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<p>With the Vikings favored on the road, the money line is -174 for them and +146 for the Seahawks. The Vikings are -3.5 point favorites, and the over/under line is 44 points. This week 16 NFC matchup is set to kick off at 4:05 ET on Sunday, December 22nd at Lumen Field in Seattle. The game will be televised on FOX.</p><h3>MINNESOTA VIKINGS VS SEATTLE SEAHAWKS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Seattle Seahawks +3.5</p><p>This game will be played at Lumen Field at 4:05 ET on Sunday, December 22nd.</p><h3>WHY BET THE SEATTLE SEAHAWKS:</h3><ul><li>We have the Seahawks winning this one by a score of 22 to 14</li><li>Not only do we have the Seahawks winning straight-up, we have them covering the spread at +3.5</li><li>We see this game finishing below the line of 44 points</li></ul><h3>Will The Vikings Win As Road Favorites?</h3><p>With a 12-2 record, the Vikings have a 100% chance of making the playoffs and are ranked 6th in our NFL power rankings. Minnesota has won 7 straight games, including a 30-12 victory over the Bears in week 15. They also have a +8.4 scoring margin and are 9-4-1 against the spread this season.</p> <p>Heading into week 16, the Vikings have a 22.2% chance of winning the NFC North. In division games, they are 3-1, and they have a 7-2 conference record. Minnesota is 7-1 at home and 5-1 on the road this season.</p><p>Heading into week 16, the Vikings rank 10th in our offensive power rankings. They are 8th in the NFL in points per game, averaging 26.4, and they also rank 8th in passing yards per game with 236.6, despite being 21st in passing attempts. On the ground, Minnesota is 14th in rushing yards per game, with 113.2, on 27.7 attempts per game. They have been strong in the first quarter, ranking 2nd in the league in points scored.</p> <p></p><p>Sam Darnold threw for 231 yards (24/40) and one touchdown in week 15 against the Bears, with one interception. Aaron Jones had 86 rushing yards on 18 carries, while Justin Jefferson led the team with 73 receiving yards on 7 catches. Minnesota scored 10 points in the first quarter and 10 more in the 4th, converting 7 of 14 third-down attempts and going 3/4 in the red zone.</p><p>Minnesota's defense was dominant on third downs in their 30-12 win over the Bears, allowing just an 8.3% conversion rate. They held Chicago to 113 yards rushing on 29 attempts and limited them to 171 yards passing. The Vikings' secondary gave up just one touchdown and held the Bears to a 59.4% completion rate.</p><p></p><p>Despite allowing two sacks, the Vikings struggled in the backfield, losing the tackles for loss battle with a -6 differential. Overall, the defense allowed only 284 total yards in the game.</p><h3>Are The Seahawks Going Win In At Upset At Lumen Field</h3><p>After three straight wins, the Seahawks couldn’t keep the momentum going in week 15, losing 30-13 at home to the Packers. This dropped Seattle to 8-6 on the season, putting them 2nd in the NFC West. They currently have a +0.1 scoring margin and rank 20th in our NFL power rankings. According to our projections, the Seahawks have a 36.7% chance of making the playoffs and a 34.8% chance of winning the division.</p> <p>Seattle is 6-7-1 against the spread this season, including a 5-5 record as underdogs. Their O/U record is 7-7, with their games averaging 44.9 points compared to an average line of 45.5.</p><p>Heading into week 16, the Seahawks rank 21st in our offensive power rankings. They are 12th in the NFL in scoring, averaging 22.5 points per game, and 15th in total offense with 334.6 yards per game. Seattle ranks 6th in passing attempts and 5th in passing yards, with 240.4 per game. On the ground, they are 26th in both rushing attempts and rushing yards, averaging 94.3 yards per game. They rank 17th in 3rd-down conversion percentage and 18th in red zone attempts, but they have been efficient in the red zone, ranking 4th with a 44.4% conversion rate.</p> <p>Geno Smith threw for 149 yards on 15/19 passing in week 15, with one interception. Before that, he had a 233-yard performance in week 14 and a 206-yard game in week 13. Zach Charbonnet led the team in rushing in week 15 with 54 yards on 8 carries, and Jaxon Smith-Njigba had 10 receptions for 83 yards. Smith-Njigba also had 82 yards in week 14 and 74 yards in week 13.</p><p>In their 30-13 loss to the Packers, the Seahawks' defense struggled to generate pressure, as they failed to record a sack and lost the QB hit differential by -6. The secondary allowed 74.1% completions and gave up 229 yards through the air, with two passing touchdowns allowed. Overall, the Seahawks gave up 369 total yards, and Green Bay converted on 41.7% of their third downs.<p></p>Seattle also struggled to stop the run, as Green Bay rushed for 140 yards on 34 attempts. The Seahawks' defense had a tough time in the trenches, losing the tackles for loss battle and failing to disrupt the Packers' offensive rhythm.</p>

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<p>Don't miss out on the NCAA showdown between the Dolphins and Fighting Irish. The game is starting at 6:00 ET on ACCN, and it's hosted by the Fighting Irish at Purcell Pavilion in South Bend, IN. Get ready to place your bets! The over/under line for this matchup is currently at 145.5 points, and Notre Dame is favored by -20.5 at home against Le Moyne.</p><h3>LE MOYNE DOLPHINS VS NOTRE DAME FIGHTING IRISH BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Le Moyne Dolphins +20.5</p><p>This game will be played at Purcell Pavilion at 6:00 ET on Sunday, December 22nd.</p><h3>WHY BET THE LE MOYNE DOLPHINS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 82-66 in favor of the Fighting Irish.</li><li>Even though we have Notre Dame winning straight-up, we like Le Moyne at +20.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 145.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 148 points.</li></ul><h3>Will Le Moyne Be The Talk of Purcell Pavilion?</h3><h3>Le Moyne Dolphins Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Le Moyne improved to 3-8 on the season with an 80-76 road win over Dartmouth on Wednesday, December 18th. The Dolphins entered the game as +6.5 point underdogs and not only pulled off the upset but also covered the spread.</p> 

<p>Le Moyne led 37-35 at halftime and added 43 points in the 2nd half while allowing 41. The total points for the game reached 156, surpassing the O/U line of 148.5.</p><p>Le Moyne's offense clicked in their last game, putting up 80 points with a field goal percentage of 50.9% and an effective field goal percentage of 59.6%. They connected on 40.9% of their threes, hitting 9 of 22 attempts, while shooting 57.1% from inside the arc. At the free-throw line, they made 72.2% of their shots, going 13 for 18.</p> <p>Ryan Cornish and AJ Dancler led the way with 20 points each, with Dancler hitting 4 of 6 from deep and shooting 66.7% overall. Cornish added 5 assists, while Zek Tekin also dished out 6 assists to go with his 12 points. Brandon Mitchell-Day contributed 16 points and grabbed 10 rebounds.</p><p>Le Moyne's defense gave up 76 points, with their opponents shooting 44% from the field, connecting on 26 of 58 attempts. Inside the arc, they allowed 15 two-point baskets on 33 attempts, a 45% shooting rate.</p> <p>From three-point range, the opposition hit 11 of 25 shots, shooting 44%. Le Moyne also sent them to the free-throw line 19 times, where they made 13, a 68% success rate. The Dolphins limited offensive rebounds, giving up just 6.</p><h3>Will the Fighting Irish Win at Home?</h3><h3>Notre Dame Fighting Irish Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Notre Dame improved to 6-5 on the season with a 77-65 home win over Dartmouth on Wednesday, December 11th. The Irish were -17.5 favorites going into the game but didn’t cover the spread.</p> 

<p>Notre Dame led 39-28 at halftime and scored 38 points in the 2nd half while allowing 37. The total points for the game pushed the O/U line of 142.</p><p>Notre Dame put up 77 points in their last game, shooting 52.5% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 57.6%. They were particularly strong inside, hitting 65.8% of their two-point attempts, while struggling from beyond the arc, making just 28.6% of their threes.</p> <p>Braeden Shrewsberry led the way with 22 points, connecting on 4 of 9 from deep. Tae Davis added 20 points and 10 rebounds, shooting 69.2% from the field. Matt Allocco contributed 16 points and 5 assists, hitting 50% of his threes.</p><p>Notre Dame's defense gave up 65 points in their last game, allowing the opponent to shoot 52% from the field. The Fighting Irish struggled to contain two-point shots, with the other team hitting 65% of their attempts inside the arc, going 25/38.</p> <p>From three-point range, Notre Dame held the opponent to 28% shooting, as they made just 6 of 21 attempts. The other team also shot 64% from the free-throw line, making 9 of 14. Notre Dame limited offensive rebounds, giving up just 6.</p>

Le Moyne Dolphins vs Notre Dame Fighting Irish NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 12/22/24

<p>Looking to win big? The Zips and Panthers face off at 1:30 ET on ESPN+. The Panthers are hosting the game at Fiserv Forum in Milwaukee, WI. The odds for this non-conference game currently have Milwaukee as the -1 favorite, with the over/under line sitting at 154.5 points.</p><h3>AKRON ZIPS VS MILWAUKEE PANTHERS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Milwaukee Panthers -1</p><p>This game will be played at Fiserv Forum at 1:30 ET on Sunday, December 15th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE MILWAUKEE PANTHERS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 78-69 in favor of the Panthers.</li><li>Not only will Milwaukee pick up the win, but look for them to cover at -1.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 154.5 points, and we like the under with a projected 147 points.</li></ul><h3>Taking a Look at the Zips Chances in Milwaukee</h3><h3>Akron Zips Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>The Zips improved to 4-2 on the season with an 86-73 win over Northern Kentucky on Tuesday. Playing at home, Akron entered the game as -6.5 favorites and covered the spread. The total points for the game reached 159, surpassing the O/U line of 144.5.</p> 

<p>Akron took control early, leading 46-36 at halftime. They maintained their lead in the second half, scoring 40 points while allowing 37.</p><p>Akron's offense was firing on all cylinders in their last game, putting up 86 points with a field goal percentage of 53.1% and an effective field goal percentage of 65.3%. They shot 62.5% from two-point range and 44% from beyond the arc, hitting 11 threes. At the free-throw line, they connected on 82.1% of their attempts, going 23-for-28.</p> <p>Trey Robinson led the way with 30 points, shooting 73.3% from the field and 75% from three-point range. Tavari Johnson added 27 points, hitting 72.7% of his shots and 66.7% from deep. James Okonkwo was perfect from the field, going 5-for-5 in just 17 minutes of action.</p><p>Despite Akron's defensive efforts, they allowed 73 points on 53% shooting from the field. The Zips couldn't contain the two-point attack, giving up 62% shooting on 15/24 attempts.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Akron's opponents hit 44%, knocking down 11 of 25 threes. The Zips also sent them to the line 28 times, where they converted 23 free throws at an 82% rate. Akron gave up 12 offensive rebounds in the game.</p><h3>Will the Panthers Win at Fiserv Forum?</h3><p>Milwaukee improved to 6-4 on the season with an 88-67 road win over Green Bay on Wednesday. The Panthers entered the game as -5.5 favorites and covered the spread, while the total points of 155 fell just under the O/U line of 159.5.</p> <p>Milwaukee led 46-38 at halftime and tightened up defensively in the 2nd half, holding Green Bay to 29 points while scoring 42 of their own.</p><p>Milwaukee's offense put up 88 points in their last game, shooting 49.3% from the field and 41.4% from three-point range. Their effective field goal percentage was 58%, with 22 offensive rebounds and 15 assists.</p> <p>Jamichael Stillwell led the way with 24 points and 19 rebounds, shooting 60% from both the field and three-point range. Anthony Roy added 20 points, while Marcus Hall and Kentrell Pullian each contributed 18 points, with Pullian hitting 4 threes.</p><p>Milwaukee's defense gave up 67 points in their last game, with opponents shooting 43% from the field on 23 of 53 attempts. Inside the arc, they allowed 16 of 29 shooting, which is 55%.</p> <p>From three-point range, Milwaukee held their opponent to 7 of 24 shooting, or 29%. They also sent them to the free-throw line 17 times, where they made 14, shooting 82%. Milwaukee allowed 6 offensive rebounds.</p>

Akron Zips vs Milwaukee Panthers NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 12/15/24

<p>Looking to win big? The Quakers and Patriots face off at 2:00 ET on ESPN+. The Patriots are hosting the game at EagleBank Arena in Fairfax, VA. The odds for this non-conference game currently have George Mason as the -16.5 favorite, with the over/under line sitting at 135.5 points.</p><h3>PENN QUAKERS VS GEORGE MASON PATRIOTS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Penn Quakers +16.5</p><p>This game will be played at EagleBank Arena at 2:00 ET on Sunday, December 22nd.</p><h3>WHY BET THE PENN QUAKERS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 78-69 in favor of the Patriots.</li><li>Even though we have George Mason winning straight-up, we like Penn at +16.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 135.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 147 points.</li></ul><h3>Can the Quakers Grab a Win in Fairfax?</h3><h3>Penn Quakers Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Penn improved to 4-7 on the season with a 79-66 win over Rider on Friday, December 20th. Playing at home, the Quakers were -4 favorites going into the game and managed to cover the spread. The total score of 145 points went over the O/U line of 136.5.</p> 

<p>Penn took control early, leading 41-29 at halftime. In the second half, they scored 38 points while allowing 37, maintaining their lead to secure the win.</p><p>Penn's offense was firing on all cylinders in their last game, putting up 79 points on 52.5% shooting from the field. Their effective field goal percentage was an impressive 62.3%, thanks in part to their 45.8% shooting from beyond the arc, hitting 11 of 24 attempts. Inside the arc, they connected on 56.8% of their two-point shots.</p> <p>Nick Spinoso led the way with 22 points, shooting 78.6% from the field, while Ethan Roberts added 20 points, hitting 3 of 5 from deep. Roberts also contributed 8 rebounds and 5 assists. The Quakers dished out 18 assists as a team and grabbed 11 offensive rebounds, though they struggled at the free-throw line, making just 4 of 8 attempts.</p><p>Despite Penn's defensive struggles, they managed to hold their opponent to 66 points. The Quakers allowed 52% shooting from the field, with their opponent hitting 32 of 61 shots.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Penn's opponent shot 45%, making 11 of 24 three-point attempts. They also went to the free-throw line 8 times, converting 4 of those opportunities.</p><h3>Will the Patriots Pull Through as the Favored Home Team?</h3><h3>George Mason Patriots Recent Game/Games</h3> <p>George Mason fell to 6-4 on the season after a 68-47 road loss to Duke on Tuesday. The Patriots entered the game as +19.5 point underdogs and didn’t cover the spread.</p> <p>After trailing 25-16 at halftime, George Mason allowed 43 points in the 2nd half while scoring 31 of their own. The game’s total points (115) came in well under the O/U line of 136.5.</p><p>George Mason's offense struggled mightily in their last game, scoring just 47 points with a field goal percentage of 29.4% (20/68). Their effective field goal percentage was 30.9%, and they hit only 2 of 17 from three-point range, shooting 11.8% from deep.</p> <p>Cooper Flagg led the way with 24 points, 9 rebounds, and 4 assists, shooting 7/20 from the field and 2/5 from three. Jalen Haynes added 18 points and 7 rebounds, hitting 9/19 shots. The Patriots grabbed 20 offensive rebounds, but managed just 5 assists as a team.</p><p>George Mason's defense held their opponent to 68 points on 37% shooting from the field, including 41% from two-point range (12/29). They also limited their opponent's three-point shooting to 33%, with 9 made threes on 27 attempts.</p> <p>Despite sending their opponent to the line 21 times, George Mason saw them convert 17 free throws for an 81% success rate. The Patriots also gave up 14 offensive rebounds in the game.</p>

Penn Quakers vs George Mason Patriots NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 12/22/24

<p>Making on a bet on this NCAA game featuring the Bears versus the Eagles? Tip off is at at 7:30 ET, and you can watch it all unfold on ESPN+. The game will be played at McDougald-McLendon Arena in Durham, NC. The over/under line for this matchup is currently at 149 points, and North Carolina Central is favored by -10 to win at home against Morgan State.</p><h3>MORGAN STATE BEARS VS NORTH CAROLINA CENTRAL EAGLES BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Morgan State Bears +10</p><p>This game will be played at McDougald-McLendon Arena at 7:30 ET on Monday, February 5th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE MORGAN STATE BEARS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 75-70 in favor of the Eagles.</li><li>Even though we have North Carolina Central winning straight-up, we like Morgan State at +10.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 149 points, and we like the under with a projected 145 points.</li></ul><h3>Can the Morgan State Offense Score Enough on the Road?</h3><p>Despite being just 7-15 overall, Morgan State has been better on the road than at home, going 1-12 on the road compared to 2-3 at home. The Bears' average scoring margin on the road is -17.6 compared to -8.4 at home.</p>

<p>As the underdog, Morgan State is 2-14 this season, and they enter this game as a 10-point underdog. They are coming off a loss to Norfolk State, 83-73, and over their last 10 games on the road, they are 2-8.</p><p>As the underdog, Morgan State has gone 7-8-1 vs. the spread this season. On the road, their ATS mark sits at 5-7-1. Over their last three road games, the Bears are 2-0 vs. the spread.</p><p>On the season, the over/under record for Morgan State games is 11-7. So far, the average over/under line in their games is 147.7 and today's line of 149 is right in line with that. Over their last three games, the average scoring total is 153 points and the over/under record for their last three games is 2-0. On the year, 10 of their games have finished with more points than today's line of 149.</p><p>The Morgan State offense is coming off a game in which they scored 73 points vs. Norfolk State. Overall their field goal percentage was 49% while connecting on 6 threes. The top scorer for the Bears was Wynston Tabbs with 21 points, while Allen Udemadu also added 15 to the scoreboard.</p><p>Looking at the Morgan State defense, they will be looking for a better performance considering they are currently conceding 78.8 points per game (297th). In terms of field goal percentage allowed, Morgan State's defense has allowed opponents to shoot 41.7% from the field, including a three-point shooting percentage allowed of 30.3% this season.</p><h3>Will the Eagles Make it Happen at Home?</h3><p>North Carolina Central has been dominant at home this season, going 3-1 and outscoring opponents by an average of 6.8 points per game. They have won three straight at home, and over their last 10 games at home, they are 8-2.</p>

<p>Overall, the Eagles are 13-8 this season, including a 4-1 record in Mid-Eastern Conference play. They have won two straight games and are 5-2 this season when favored.</p><p>North Carolina Central has an ATS record of 11-5 this season and they have gone 3-1 vs. the spread at home. Over their last 10 games as the favorite, the Eagles have an ATS mark of 6-3-1.</p><p>North Carolina Central's over/under record for the season sits at 8-8 and their games have averaged 136.7 points. Today's over/under line of 149 is higher than the average OU line in their games of 138.6. So far, 15 of their games have had lower over/under lines than today's game. Over their last three games, the average scoring total is 126 points and their OU record during that stretch is 1-1.</p><p>In contrast to their season average of 75.2 points per game, the North Carolina Central had a below average performance. They scored 69 points against Delaware State and had a field goal percentage of 44%. The team's scoring leader is Ja'darius Harris, who holds an average of 16.1 as they head into today's matchup. Additionally, Fred Cleveland Jr. is averaging 15.1 points per game this season.</p><p>At present, the Eagles' defense is nationally ranked 46th, allowing 66.1 points per game. In terms of field goal percentage allowed, North Carolina Central's defense has allowed opponents to shoot 35.3% from the field, including a three-point shooting percentage allowed of 21.9% this season.</p>

Morgan State Bears vs North Carolina Central Eagles Betting Pick & Prediction 2/5/24

<p>FOX will broadcast the week 11 NFC North matchup between the Bears and Packers from Soldier Field in Chicago. The Bears are the underdog with a point spread of +6.5, and the money line odds have the Packers as -269 favorites. The game is set to kick off at 1:00 ET, and the over/under line is at 41.5 points.</p><h3>GREEN BAY PACKERS VS CHICAGO BEARS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Chicago Bears +6.5</p><p>This game will be played at Soldier Field at 1:00 ET on Sunday, November 17th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE CHICAGO BEARS:</h3><ul><li>We have the Bears winning this one by a score of 27 to 20</li><li>Not only do we have the Bears winning straight-up, we have them covering the spread at +6.5</li><li>Look for this game to go over the line of 41.5 points</li></ul><h3>Will The Packers Win As Road Favorites?</h3><p>Heading into week 11, the Packers are 6-3, giving them a 77.5% chance of making the playoffs. They rank 5th in our NFL power rankings, but their 0-2 division record has them 3rd in the NFC North. Green Bay is 3-2 at home and 3-1 on the road, and they’ll be on the road this week against the Bears.</p> <p></p><p>Against the spread, the Packers are 4-5 and have failed to cover in three straight games. In week 9, they lost 24-14 to the Lions, and they couldn’t cover the +2.5 spread. Their O/U record is 4-4-1, with their games averaging 47.1 points per game.</p><p>Heading into week 11, the Packers rank 12th in our offensive power rankings. They are 7th in the NFL in points per game, averaging 25.6, and are 3rd in yards per game with 390. Despite ranking 17th in passing attempts, they are 7th in passing yards per game, with 235.2. On the ground, Green Bay ranks 5th in rushing attempts and 3rd in rushing yards per game, averaging 154.8.</p> <p>In week 9, Jordan Love threw for 273 yards, completing 23 of 39 passes, but did not have a touchdown and threw an interception. Josh Jacobs led the rushing attack with 95 yards on 13 carries, while Jayden Reed had 5 receptions for 113 yards. The Packers struggled on 3rd down, converting just 3 of 12 attempts, and went 1 for 4 in the red zone.</p><p>In their 24-14 loss to the Lions, the Packers' defense allowed 137 passing yards on 18 completions. The Packers gave up one passing touchdown and allowed the Lions to complete 81.8% of their passes. Despite this, the Packers did well on third downs, allowing the Lions to convert just 33.3% of their third down attempts.<p></p>On the ground, the Lions rushed for 124 yards on 32 attempts, averaging 3.9 yards per attempt. The Packers' defense managed one sack and had two more quarterback hits and tackles for loss than the Lions.</p><h3>Are The Bears Going Win In At Upset At Soldier Field</h3><p>After three straight losses, the Bears are now 4-5, including a 19-3 home loss to the Patriots in week 10. Chicago was favored by 6 points but couldn’t get the win, and they now sit 4th in the NFC North. They are 4-1 at home this season but have yet to win on the road (0-4).</p> <p>Our projections give the Bears a 4.3% chance of making the playoffs and just a 0.1% chance of winning their division. They rank 23rd in our NFL power rankings heading into week 11. Chicago is 5-4 against the spread, but they have failed to cover in three straight games. Their O/U record is 3-6, with the under hitting in three consecutive games.</p><p>Heading into week 11, the Bears rank 24th in our offensive power rankings. They are 21st in the NFL in points per game (19.4) and 30th in passing yards per game (169.6), despite ranking 13th in passing attempts. On the ground, Chicago is 15th in rushing attempts and 24th in rushing yards per game (108.1). They have struggled on 3rd down, converting just 28.7% of their attempts, which ranks 29th in the league. However, the Bears have been efficient in the red zone, ranking 3rd in the NFL with a 61.9% conversion rate.</p> <p>Caleb Williams has been sacked 18 times over the last three games, including 9 sacks in week 10 against the Patriots. He finished that game with 120 yards on 16/30 passing. Chicago’s offense failed to score in the 1st, 3rd, and 4th quarters in week 10, with Keenan Allen leading the team with 44 receiving yards on 5 catches. D’Andre Swift had 59 rushing yards on 16 carries.</p><p>In their 19-3 loss to the Patriots, the Bears' defense gave up 184 passing yards and one touchdown through the air. They did manage to intercept one pass and held New England to 35.7% on third down conversions. However, the Bears struggled to stop the run, allowing 144 rushing yards on 35 attempts, resulting in a 4.1 yards per attempt average.<p></p>Chicago's defense also struggled to generate pressure, as they finished with only one sack and lost the tackles for loss battle by a significant margin. The Patriots finished with 13 more tackles for loss than the Bears.</p>

Green Bay Packers vs Chicago Bears Betting Pick & Prediction 11/17/24

<p>Making on a bet on this NCAA game featuring the Aggies versus the Gaels? Tip off is at at 8:00 ET, and you can watch it all unfold on ESPN+. The game will be played at University Credit Union Pavilion in Moraga, CA. The over/under for this non-conference contest is set at 141.5 points, with Saint Mary's being favored by -4.5 over Utah State.</p><h3>UTAH STATE AGGIES VS SAINT MARY'S GAELS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Saint Mary's Gaels -4.5</p><p>This game will be played at University Credit Union Pavilion at 8:00 ET on Sunday, December 22nd.</p><h3>WHY BET THE SAINT MARY'S GAELS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 77-71 in favor of the Gaels.</li><li>Not only will Saint Mary's pick up the win, but look for them to cover at -4.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 141.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 148 points.</li></ul><h3>Can The Aggies Secure a Win at Moraga?</h3><h3>Utah State Aggies Recent Game/Games</h3> <p>The Aggies dropped to 9-1 on the season after a 75-73 home loss to UC San Diego on Tuesday. Utah State was a -10 favorite going into the game.</p> <p>After leading 39-32 at halftime, Utah State allowed 43 points in the 2nd half while scoring 34. The total points for the game were 148, just under the O/U line of 148.5.</p><p>In their last game, Utah State put up 73 points, shooting 40% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 46.7%. They hit 28.6% of their threes, going 8-for-28, and were 50% on two-point attempts, finishing 16-for-32. At the free-throw line, the Aggies shot 70.8%, making 17 of 24 attempts.</p> <p>Tyler McGhie led the way with 26 points, connecting on 6 of 14 from beyond the arc, shooting 50% overall. Aniwaniwa Tait-Jones added 20 points, hitting 55.6% of his shots, while Karson Templin contributed 18 points in just 20 minutes, shooting 71.4% from the field and 66.7% from three.</p><p>Utah State's defense gave up 75 points in their last game, with the opposing team shooting 40% from the field on 24 of 60 attempts. The Aggies allowed 16 two-point field goals on 32 attempts, a 50% shooting rate.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Utah State's defense held the other team to 8 made threes on 28 attempts, a 28% shooting percentage. The Aggies also sent the opposing team to the free-throw line 24 times, where they made 17 free throws, shooting 70%. Utah State allowed 12 offensive rebounds.</p><h3>Can the Gaels Pull Out the Win as Home Favorites?</h3><h3>Saint Mary's Gaels Recent Game/Games</h3> <p>Saint Mary's improved to 9-2 this season with a 73-68 win over Merrimack on Thursday. Playing at home, the Gaels were -20.5 point favorites but didn't cover the spread. The total points for the game reached 141, surpassing the O/U line of 128.5.</p> <p>Saint Mary's led 32-26 at halftime and scored 41 points in the 2nd half, but they allowed 42 points to Merrimack after the break, making the game closer than expected.</p><p>Saint Mary's put up 73 points in their last game, shooting 45.6% from the field and 41.7% from three-point range, hitting 5 of 12 attempts. Their effective field goal percentage was 49.1%, and they were strong at the free-throw line, converting 16 of 19 for 84.2%.</p> <p>Paulius Murauskas and Mitchell Saxen both scored 18 points, with Saxen grabbing 12 rebounds and Murauskas adding 11 boards and 4 assists. Augustas Marciulionis also contributed 16 points, shooting 50% from the field and 50% from beyond the arc.</p><p>Despite Saint Mary's allowing 68 points, they couldn't capitalize on the defensive end, as their opponents shot 45% from the field, hitting 26 of 57 attempts. The Gaels gave up 21 two-point baskets on 45 tries, a 46% success rate.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Saint Mary's defense allowed 5 threes on 12 attempts, with their opponents shooting 41% from deep. The Gaels also sent their opponents to the line 19 times, where they converted 16 free throws, an 84% clip. Saint Mary's gave up 16 offensive rebounds in the game.</p>

Utah State Aggies vs Saint Mary's Gaels NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 12/22/24

<p>Georgia and Alabama, both 3-0 on the season, are set to face off on Saturday, September 28th, with kickoff scheduled for 7:30 ET. The game will be broadcast on ABC, and Georgia is coming in as the slight -1.5-point favorite on the road. The over/under line is currently set at 48.5 points for this SEC matchup. The game will be played at Saban Field at Bryant-Denny Stadium in Tuscaloosa.</p><h3>GEORGIA BULLDOGS VS ALABAMA CRIMSON TIDE BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Alabama Crimson Tide +1.5</p><p>This game will be played at Saban Field at Bryant-Denny Stadium at 7:30 ET on Saturday, September 28th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE ALABAMA CRIMSON TIDE:</h3><ul><li>We have the Alabama Crimson Tide winning this one by a score of 28 to 21</li><li>Not only do we have the Alabama Crimson Tide winning straight-up, we have them covering the spread at +1.5</li><li>Look for this game to go over the line of 48.5 points</li></ul><h3>Will The Georgia Bulldogs Pick Up A Win On The Road?</h3><p>Georgia is now 3-0 for the season after narrowly defeating Kentucky on the road. The Bulldogs were -22 point favorites but won by just one point, 13-12, resulting in a failed cover. The over/under line was set at 45.5 points, but the game finished with just 25 combined points.</p><p></p><p>The Bulldogs led 3-0 after the first quarter, but Kentucky tied the game at 3-3 by halftime. Each team added a field goal in the third quarter, and Georgia outscored Kentucky 7-3 in the fourth quarter to come out on top.</p><p>Georgia's offense struggled in their 13-12 win over Kentucky, finishing with 264 total yards and 12 first downs. The Bulldogs managed just 104 rushing yards, with Trevor Etienne leading the way with 79 yards on 19 carries. The passing game, led by Carson Beck, accounted for 160 yards, with Beck completing 15 of 24 passes (62.5%) for 160 yards and a passer rating of 81.94.</p> 
<p>Dominic Lovett was Beck's top target, recording six receptions for 89 yards. Georgia's offense will need to improve in their next game to be more effective and balanced.</p><p>Georgia's defense will be looking to bounce back after giving up 488 yards to Kentucky in their last game. The Bulldogs struggled to stop the run, allowing 206 rushing yards and four touchdowns. They also had difficulty defending the pass, giving up 282 yards through the air on 19 completions. Georgia will need to tighten up their defense and limit big plays in their next outing.</p><h3>Will The Alabama Crimson Tide Win At Home Over The Georgia Bulldogs?</h3><p>Alabama is now 3-0 after a 42-10 road win over Wisconsin. The Crimson Tide, favored by -14.5 points, not only won but also covered the spread. The over/under line was set at 47.5 points, but the teams combined for 52 points, hitting the over.</p><p></p><p>Alabama led 7-3 after the first quarter and then added 14 unanswered points in the second quarter to go up 21-3 at halftime. Wisconsin narrowed the gap to 21-10, but the Crimson Tide dominated the rest of the way, scoring 21 unanswered points to end the game.</p><p>Alabama's offense was explosive in their 42-10 win over Wisconsin, racking up 407 yards of total offense. The Crimson Tide's ground game was particularly effective, with 181 yards and three touchdowns. Jalen Milroe, who also led the team in rushing with 75 yards, threw for 196 yards and three touchdowns, completing 70.6% of his passes and earning a passer rating of 148.53.</p> <p>Alabama's receiving corps was led by Ryan Williams, who caught four passes for 78 yards and one touchdown.</p><p>Alabama's defense, which allowed 290 total yards, had a strong showing against Wisconsin. They limited the Badgers to 149 rushing yards and 141 passing yards on 18 completions. Wisconsin's offense managed just one touchdown through the air on 31 passing attempts. Overall, the Crimson Tide's defense was effective in keeping Wisconsin's offense in check.</p>

Georgia Bulldogs vs Alabama Crimson Tide Betting Pick & Prediction 9/28/24

<p>Don't miss out on the NCAA showdown between the Broncs and Wolfpack. The game is starting at 4:00 ET on ACCN, and it's hosted by the Wolfpack at Lenovo Center in Raleigh, NC. Get ready to place your bets! The odds for this non-conference game currently have North Carolina State as the -20.5 favorite, with the over/under line sitting at 135.5 points.</p><h3>RIDER BRONCS VS NORTH CAROLINA STATE WOLFPACK BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Rider Broncs +20.5</p><p>This game will be played at Lenovo Center at 4:00 ET on Sunday, December 22nd.</p><h3>WHY BET THE RIDER BRONCS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 78-68 in favor of the Wolfpack.</li><li>Even though we have North Carolina State winning straight-up, we like Rider at +20.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 135.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 146 points.</li></ul><h3>Can the Broncs Offense Score Enough on the Road?</h3><p>Rider's season record fell to 4-8 after a 79-66 road loss to Penn on Friday. The Broncs entered the game as +4 underdogs but failed to cover the spread.</p> <p>Rider trailed 41-29 at halftime and couldn't make up ground in the 2nd half, scoring 37 points while allowing 38. The game’s total points of 145 went over the O/U line of 136.5.</p><p>Rider struggled offensively in their last game, shooting just 39.4% from the field and finishing with an effective field goal percentage of 45.1%. They hit 38.1% of their threes, going 8-for-21 from deep, while their two-point shooting was just 40% (20-for-50). The Broncs managed only 4 free throw attempts, hitting 2 of them.</p> <p>Nick Spinoso led Rider with 22 points, shooting 11-for-14 from the field, while Ethan Roberts added 20 points and 8 rebounds, hitting 3 of 5 threes. Zion Cruz contributed 16 points, and Niklas Polonowski knocked down 4 threes, finishing with 14 points in 15 minutes.</p><p>Rider's defense struggled in their last game, giving up 79 points on 52% shooting from the field. The Broncs allowed 32 made field goals on 61 attempts.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Rider's opponents shot 45%, making 11 of their 24 three-point attempts. The Broncs also gave up 11 offensive rebounds.</p><h3>Will the Wolfpack Win at Home?</h3><p>North Carolina State fell to 7-4 on the season after a 75-60 loss to Kansas on Saturday. The Wolfpack, who were +14.5 point underdogs, not only lost but also failed to cover the spread. The game’s total points of 135 fell short of the 142.5 O/U line.</p> <p>NC State trailed 38-30 at halftime and couldn’t close the gap, scoring 30 points in the 2nd half while allowing 37. The Wolfpack will look to bounce back after this road loss.</p><p>NC State struggled offensively in their last game, scoring just 60 points on 36.8% shooting from the field. Their effective field goal percentage was 42.1%, with two-point shooting at 35.7% (15/42) and three-point shooting at 40% (6/15). They also connected on 66.7% of their free throws, going 12/18 from the line.</p> <p>The Wolfpack managed 11 offensive rebounds and 9 assists in the game. Zeke Mayo led the way with 26 points, hitting 5 of 9 from beyond the arc and shooting 64.3% overall. Hunter Dickinson added 21 points, 14 rebounds, and 7 assists, shooting 69.2% from the field.</p><p>North Carolina State's defense struggled in their last game, giving up 75 points while allowing the opposing team to shoot 56% from the field. The Wolfpack had a tough time defending inside, as their opponents connected on 69% of their two-point attempts, going 20/29.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, NC State allowed 10 threes on 24 attempts, with the other team shooting 41% from three-point range. The Wolfpack also sent their opponents to the free-throw line 7 times, where they hit 5 free throws at a 71% clip. NC State gave up 8 offensive rebounds in the game.</p>

Rider Broncs vs North Carolina State Wolfpack NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 12/22/24

<p>The Aggies and Bulldogs are set to face off at 3:00 ET on ESPN+. The Bulldogs will host the game at Thomas Assembly Center in Ruston, LA. The odds for this Conference USA conference game currently have Louisiana Tech as the -11 point favorite with the over/under line sitting at 135.5 points.</p><h3>NEW MEXICO STATE AGGIES VS LOUISIANA TECH BULLDOGS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Louisiana Tech Bulldogs -11</p><p>This game will be played at Thomas Assembly Center at 3:00 ET on Saturday, January 27th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE LOUISIANA TECH BULLDOGS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 79-66 in favor of the Bulldogs.</li><li>Not only will Louisiana Tech pick up the win, but look for them to cover at -11.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 135.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 145 points.</li></ul><h3>Is A Road Victory Likely for Underdog New Mexico State?</h3><p>After losing their last game to Sam Houston State by a score of 79-67, New Mexico State is looking to break their nine-game losing streak on the road. So far this season, the Aggies are 0-9 on the road compared to 5-2 at home.</p>

<p>Overall, New Mexico State has a record of 9-11, including a 3-2 mark in Conference USA games. As the underdog, the Aggies are 0-11 compared to 5-0 when they are favored.</p><p>As the underdog this season, New Mexico State has an ATS record of 5-6. On the road, the Aggies have gone 4-5 vs. the spread this year and over their last 10 road games, they have an ATS mark of 4-6.</p><p>Today's over/under line of 135.5 is lower than the average over/under line in New Mexico State's games this season (141.8). Over their last three games, the over/under record is 2-1 and the average scoring total in those games is 140 points.</p><p>The Aggies' offense wrapped up their last game with 67 points, aligning closely with their current season average of 70.2 points per contest. The top scorer for the Aggies was Jordan Rawls with 18 points, while Femi Odukale also added 17 to the scoreboard.</p><p>At present, the Aggies' defense is nationally ranked 148th, allowing 71.6 points per game. In terms of field goal percentage allowed, New Mexico State's defense has allowed opponents to shoot 41.5% from the field, including a three-point shooting percentage allowed of 29.1% this season.</p><h3>Can the Bulldogs Live Up to the Hype at Home?</h3><p>Through 20 games, Louisiana Tech has been dominant at home, going 7-0 with an average scoring margin of +12.6 points per game. They have won their last seven games at home, and their last 10 games at home, and they have only been the underdog in five of their 20 games.</p>

<p>Coming into tonight's game, the Bulldogs are 14-6 overall and have won four straight games. They have gone 4-1 in Conference USA action, and they are 10-5 in non-conference games. In their most recent game, they defeated UTEP by a score of 68-54.</p><p>As the favorite, Louisiana Tech has gone 8-4 vs. the spread this season and is 3-0 in their last 3 games as the favorite. At home, the Bulldogs are 5-2 vs. the spread this year and 5-2 in their last 10 games as the favorite.</p><p>Today's over/under line of 135.5 is lower than the average over/under line in Louisiana Tech's games this season (137.6). In their last three games, the over/under record is 2-1 and the average scoring total in those games is 136 points.</p><p>The Louisiana Tech offense is coming off a game where they scored 68 points against UTEP. They posted a field goal percentage of 47.7% and connected on 6 threes. Daniel Batcho led the scoring for the Bulldogs, contributing 19 points. Additionally, Tahlik Chavez chipped in with 18 points.</p><p>Louisiana Tech's defense has been playing well, ranking 17th nationally, with 63.7 points allowed per game. In their previous game vs. UTEP, the Miners finished with a field goal percentage of 47% and a total of 54 points vs. Louisiana Tech.</p>

New Mexico State Aggies vs Louisiana Tech Bulldogs Betting Pick & Prediction 1/27/24

<p>The Billikens and Antelopes are set to face off at 4:00 ET on ESPN+. The Antelopes will host the game at GCU Arena in Phoenix, AZ. The odds for this non-conference game currently have Grand Canyon as the -9.5 favorite, with the over/under line sitting at 154.5 points.</p><h3>SAINT LOUIS BILLIKENS VS GRAND CANYON ANTELOPES BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Saint Louis Billikens +9.5</p><p>This game will be played at GCU Arena at 4:00 ET on Sunday, December 22nd.</p><h3>WHY BET THE SAINT LOUIS BILLIKENS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 74-73 in favor of the Billikens.</li><li>Not only will Saint Louis pick up the win, but look for them to cover at +9.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 154.5 points, and we like the under with a projected 147 points.</li></ul><h3>Will Saint Louis Be The Talk of GCU Arena?</h3><p>Saint Louis dropped to 5-5 on the season after a 74-71 home loss to Wofford on Wednesday. The Billikens, who were -7.5 favorites, not only lost the game but also failed to cover the spread.</p> <p>Saint Louis led 35-28 at halftime but allowed 46 points in the 2nd half while scoring 36. The game’s total points of 145 fell short of the 150.5 O/U line.</p><p>Saint Louis put up 71 points in their last game, shooting 46.7% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 57.8%. They hit 37.5% of their threes, going 9-for-24, and were 57.1% on two-point attempts, making 12 of 21. At the free-throw line, they struggled, converting just 57.1% on 20-of-35 shooting.</p> <p>Corey Tripp led the way with 24 points and 5 assists, shooting 62.5% overall, though he missed all 3 of his three-point attempts. Isaiah Swope added 19 points, hitting 3-of-7 from deep, while Robbie Avila contributed 16 points and 8 assists, despite shooting 33.3% from beyond the arc.</p><p>Saint Louis gave up 74 points in this one, with the opposing team shooting 46% from the field. They allowed 57% shooting from two-point range, with the other team hitting 12 of their 21 attempts.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, the Billikens' defense conceded 9 threes on 24 attempts, a 37% success rate. They also sent the other team to the line 35 times, where they made 20 free throws, shooting 57%. Saint Louis allowed 5 offensive rebounds.</p><h3>Can Grand Canyon Lock in a Home Win?</h3><h3>Grand Canyon Antelopes Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Grand Canyon improved to 6-4 on the season with a 74-51 win over Chicago State on Thursday. The Antelopes were -30 favorites at home but didn’t cover the spread. The total points for the game were 125, well below the O/U line of 149.5.</p> 

<p>Grand Canyon dominated the first half, leading 40-20 at the break. They scored 34 points in the 2nd half but allowed 31, a closer margin than expected.</p><p>Grand Canyon put up 74 points in their last game, shooting 50.9% from the field. Their effective field goal percentage was 54.5%, with strong two-point shooting at 63.2% (24/38), but they struggled from beyond the arc, hitting just 4 of 17 attempts for 23.5%.</p> <p>At the free-throw line, the Antelopes shot 56%, making 14 of 25 attempts. They grabbed 10 offensive rebounds and dished out 11 assists. Lök Wur led the way with 20 points, shooting 61.5% overall and 40% from three-point range.</p><p>Grand Canyon's defense gave up 51 points, despite allowing their opponent to shoot 50% from the field. They were particularly vulnerable inside, where they allowed 63% shooting on two-point attempts (24/38).</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Grand Canyon held their opponent to 23% shooting, as they went 4/17 on threes. The Antelopes also sent their opponent to the free-throw line 25 times, where they made 14 for 56%. Grand Canyon gave up 10 offensive rebounds.</p>

Saint Louis Billikens vs Grand Canyon Antelopes NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 12/22/24

<p>Planning on watching today's Beavers and Cougars game? Catch the action at Stan Sheriff Center in Honolulu, HI, as the Cougars hosts this showdown at 3:00 ET on ESPN2. Oregon State comes into this non-conference matchup as the -5.5 point favorite. The over/under line currently sits at 140.5 points.</p><h3>OREGON STATE BEAVERS VS CHARLESTON COUGARS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Charleston Cougars +5.5</p><p>This game will be played at Stan Sheriff Center at 3:00 ET on Sunday, December 22nd.</p><h3>WHY BET THE CHARLESTON COUGARS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 78-68 in favor of the Cougars.</li><li>Not only will Charleston pick up the win, but look for them to cover at +5.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 140.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 146 points.</li></ul><h3>Will Oregon State Shock Everyone at Stan Sheriff Center?</h3><p>Oregon State improved to 7-2 on the season with an 82-45 win over Sacramento State on Tuesday. The Beavers were heavy favorites at -20.5 and covered the spread, but the game’s total points of 127 fell short of the O/U line of 132.5.</p> <p>After leading 30-20 at halftime, Oregon State’s offense exploded for 52 points in the 2nd half while holding the Hornets to just 25 points.</p><p>Oregon State put up 82 points in their last game, shooting 53.7% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 63%. They connected on 67.9% of their two-point attempts (19/28) and hit 38.5% from beyond the arc (10/26). At the free-throw line, they were nearly perfect, making 14 of 16 attempts for 87.5%.</p> <p>Michael Rataj led the way with 23 points and 12 rebounds, shooting 66.7% overall (8/12), though he struggled from three, hitting just 1 of 4 attempts. Liutauras Lelevicius added 12 points, shooting 57.1% from the field and 50% from three (2/4). The Beavers also recorded 16 assists and 6 offensive rebounds in the game.</p><p>Despite Oregon State's defensive struggles, they managed to hold their opponent to 45 points. The Beavers allowed 53% shooting from the field, with their opponent hitting 29 of 54 shots.</p> <p>Oregon State's defense gave up 67% shooting from two-point range, with their opponent making 19 of 28 attempts. From beyond the arc, their opponent shot 38%, connecting on 10 of 26 three-pointers. The Beavers also sent their opponent to the free-throw line 16 times, where they made 14 free throws, shooting 87%.</p><h3>Can the Cougars Secure a Win at Home?</h3><h3>Charleston Cougars Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>The Cougars improved to 7-2 on the season with a 77-67 win over Wofford on Monday. Playing at home, Charleston entered the game as -6.5 favorites and covered the spread with the victory.</p> 

<p>After a 34-34 tie at halftime, Charleston stepped up in the second half, outscoring Wofford 43-33. The game’s total points of 144 fell just short of the 149-point O/U line.</p><p>Charleston put up 77 points in their last game, shooting 45.8% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 55.9%. They hit 50% of their threes, going 12-for-24, and were 84.6% from the free-throw line. Ante Brzovic led the way with 21 points, shooting 69.2% overall and 50% from deep.</p> <p>Deywilk Tavarez added 17 points, connecting on 4-of-6 from three. Luke Flynn also impressed from beyond the arc, hitting 3-of-4 threes. The Cougars finished with 19 assists, with Brzovic dishing out 6, and grabbed 8 offensive rebounds.</p><p>Charleston's defense gave up 67 points, with their opponent shooting 45% from the field, hitting 27 of 59 shots. Inside the arc, they allowed 15 of 35 for 42% shooting.</p> <p>From three-point range, Charleston's opponent connected on 12 of 24 attempts, shooting 50%. They also went 11 of 13 from the free-throw line, an 84% rate. Charleston gave up 8 offensive rebounds.</p>

Oregon State Beavers vs Charleston Cougars NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 12/22/24

<p>Planning on watching today's Gauchos and Bears game? Catch the action at Great Southern Bank Arena in Springfield, MO, as the Bears hosts this showdown at 2:00 ET on ESPN+. The over/under for this non-conference contest is set at 137 points, with Missouri State being favored by -2.5 over UC Santa Barbara.</p><h3>UC SANTA BARBARA GAUCHOS VS MISSOURI STATE BEARS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Missouri State Bears -2.5</p><p>This game will be played at Great Southern Bank Arena at 2:00 ET on Sunday, December 22nd.</p><h3>WHY BET THE MISSOURI STATE BEARS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 76-70 in favor of the Bears.</li><li>Not only will Missouri State pick up the win, but look for them to cover at -2.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 137 points, and we like the over with a projected 146 points.</li></ul><h3>Will the UC Santa Barbara Defense Show Up on the Road?</h3><h3>UC Santa Barbara Gauchos Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>UC Santa Barbara fell to 6-4 on the season after a narrow 60-58 road loss to Loyola Marymount on Wednesday, December 18th. The Gauchos entered the game as +2 point underdogs and the final score resulted in an ATS push. The combined points of 118 fell well short of the O/U line of 141.5.</p> 

<p>After trailing 33-30 at halftime, UCSB allowed just 27 points in the 2nd half while scoring 28 points of their own, but it wasn’t enough to secure the win.</p><p>In their last game, UC Santa Barbara's offense put up 58 points, shooting 43.9% from the field. Their effective field goal percentage was 49.1%, with a strong performance from beyond the arc, hitting 46.2% (6/13) of their threes.</p> <p>Caleb Stone-Carrawell and Stephan Swenson each contributed 15 points, with Swenson knocking down 3 of 5 from deep. The Gauchos managed just 6 offensive rebounds and 10 assists, while hitting both of their free throw attempts.</p><p>Even though UC Santa Barbara allowed 60 points, they couldn’t capitalize on the defensive end, as their opponents shot 47% from the field, connecting on 26 of 55 attempts. The Gauchos struggled to contain two-point shots, where the opposition hit 21 of 36 for 58%.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, UC Santa Barbara held their opponents to 5 of 19 shooting, or 26%. The Gauchos sent them to the free-throw line just 4 times, where they made 3 for 75%. UC Santa Barbara limited offensive rebounds, giving up just 5.</p><h3>Can the Bears Lock in a Home Win?</h3><p>Missouri State's season record dropped to 4-5 after a 91-78 road loss to Washington State on Saturday. The Bears entered the game as +11.5 point underdogs and didn't cover the spread. The total points for the game reached 169, surpassing the O/U line of 140.5.</p> <p>Missouri State trailed 34-27 at halftime but put up 51 points in the 2nd half. However, they allowed 57 points in the 2nd half, which ultimately cost them the game.</p><p>Missouri State's offense put up 78 points in their last game, shooting 48.4% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 56.2%. They hit 38.5% from beyond the arc, connecting on 10 of 26 attempts, while struggling at the free-throw line, making just 6 of 15 shots for 40%.</p> <p>The Bears grabbed 16 offensive rebounds and dished out 16 assists. Dane Erikstrup and Isaiah Watts each scored 20 points, with Erikstrup shooting 85.7% overall and Watts hitting 4 of 7 from three-point range. LeJuan Watts was perfect from the field, going 7 for 7.</p><p>Missouri State's defense struggled in their last game, allowing 91 points on 62% shooting from the field. The Bears gave up 23 two-point baskets on 30 attempts, a 76% conversion rate.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, opponents hit 9 of 21 threes, shooting 42%. Missouri State also sent them to the line 28 times, where they made 18 free throws. The Bears allowed 8 offensive rebounds.</p>

UC Santa Barbara Gauchos vs Missouri State Bears NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 12/22/24

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<p>Don't miss out on the NCAA showdown between the Lions and Ragin' Cajuns. The game is starting at 8:00 ET on ESPN+, and it's hosted by the Ragin' Cajuns at Cajundome in Lafayette, LA. Get ready to place your bets! The over/under for this non-conference contest is set at 143 points, with Louisiana-Lafayette being favored by -2 over Southeastern Louisiana.</p><h3>SOUTHEASTERN LOUISIANA LIONS VS LOUISIANA-LAFAYETTE RAGIN' CAJUNS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Louisiana-Lafayette Ragin' Cajuns -2</p><p>This game will be played at Cajundome at 8:00 ET on Wednesday, December 11th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE LOUISIANA-LAFAYETTE RAGIN' CAJUNS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 77-70 in favor of the Ragin' Cajuns.</li><li>Not only will Louisiana-Lafayette pick up the win, but look for them to cover at -2.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 143 points, and we like the over with a projected 147 points.</li></ul><h3>Can Southeastern Louisiana Secure a Road Victory?</h3><h3>Southeastern Louisiana Lions Recent Game</h3> 

<p>The Lions fell to 3-5 on the season after a 67-64 road loss to Nicholls on Thursday. Southeastern Louisiana entered the game as +3 underdogs and pushed against the spread. The total points of 131 fell short of the 139.5 O/U line.</p> 

<p>Trailing 28-27 at halftime, the Lions scored 37 points in the 2nd half but allowed 39, leading to the narrow loss.</p><p>The Lions struggled from beyond the arc, hitting just 5 of 20 threes for 25% shooting, contributing to an overall field goal percentage of 40.7% and an effective field goal percentage of 44.1%. They connected on 48.7% of their two-point attempts and made 11 of 15 free throws, good for 73.3%.</p> <p>Sam Hines Jr. and Jakevion Buckley both shot over 50% from the field, with Hines adding 11 rebounds and 4 assists. Byron Ireland led the team with 15 points, despite missing all 4 of his three-point attempts.</p><p>Southeastern Louisiana held their opponent to 67 points, with the Lions giving up 41% shooting from the field. They allowed 57% shooting on two-point attempts, as their opponent went 22/38 inside the arc.</p> <p>From three-point range, the Lions' defense was strong, limiting their opponent to just 4/24 shooting, or 16%. Southeastern Louisiana also sent their opponent to the line 18 times, where they made 11 free throws, shooting 61%.</p><h3>Can Louisiana-Lafayette Pull Out the Win as Home Favorites?</h3><h3>Louisiana-Lafayette Ragin' Cajuns Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Louisiana-Lafayette's season continued to spiral with a 69-58 home loss to Louisiana Tech on Sunday, December 8th. The Ragin' Cajuns are now 0-8 for the season. They entered the game as +7 point underdogs and failed to cover the spread.</p> 

<p>After a 34-34 tie at halftime, Louisiana-Lafayette managed just 24 points in the 2nd half while allowing 35. The game’s total points of 127 fell short of the O/U line of 146.5.</p><p>In their last game, the Ragin' Cajuns managed just 58 points, shooting 41.5% from the field and 30% from beyond the arc. Their effective field goal percentage was 47.2%, and they struggled at the free-throw line, hitting only 57.1% of their attempts.</p> <p>Offensively, they recorded just 7 assists and 5 offensive rebounds. Kentrell Garnett was a bright spot, scoring 23 points, including 5 threes on 62.5% shooting from deep. Daniel Batcho added 19 points and 11 rebounds, shooting 63.6% from the floor.</p><p>Louisiana-Lafayette held their opponent to 69 points on 41% shooting from the field. The Ragin' Cajuns gave up 16 two-point baskets on 33 attempts, a 48% conversion rate.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, their opponent shot 30%, hitting 6 of 20 three-point attempts. Louisiana-Lafayette also sent them to the line 14 times, where they made 8 free throws, shooting 57%. The Ragin' Cajuns allowed 5 offensive rebounds.</p>

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