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<p>Planning on watching today's Knights and Cowboys game? Catch the action at Gallagher-Iba Arena in Stillwater, OK, as the Cowboys hosts this showdown at 8:00 ET on ESPN+. The over/under for this Big 12 conference contest is set at 139.5 points, with Oklahoma State being favored by -2.5 at home against UCF.</p><h3>UCF KNIGHTS VS OKLAHOMA STATE COWBOYS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Oklahoma State Cowboys -2.5</p><p>This game will be played at Gallagher-Iba Arena at 8:00 ET on Wednesday, February 28th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE OKLAHOMA STATE COWBOYS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 74-69 in favor of the Cowboys.</li><li>Not only will Oklahoma State pick up the win, but look for them to cover at -2.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 139.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 143 points.</li></ul><h3>Will UCF Win on the Road?</h3><p>UCF will be looking to snap a five-game road losing streak when they take on Oklahoma State. So far this season, the Knights have gone just 2-7 on the road, compared to 12-5 at home.</p>

<p>For the season, UCF has an overall record of 14-12, including a 5-9 mark in Big 12 play. Their average scoring margin on the road is -8.6 points per game.</p><p>As the underdog, UCF has gone 6-4-1 vs. the spread this season and they are 14-11-1 overall. On the road, the Knights are 4-5 ATS and they have gone 2-1 ATS in their last 3 road games.</p><p>So far this season, the over/under record for UCF games sits at 13-12-1. Today's over/under line of 139.5 is similar to the average over/under line in their games this season (139). Currently, 14 of their games have finished with more points than today's line. Over their last three games, their over/under record is 1-1-1 and the average scoring total in those games is 143 points.</p><p>In their recent matchup, the UCF offense ended with 75 points against Texas Tech. They finished with an overall field goal percentage of 46.6% and made 6 threes. Coming into the game, the Knights offense has strugled with their outside shot this season, hitting threes at a rate of just 31%. On average, they get up 22.1 three-point attempts per game and are averaging 15.1 made free-throws.</p><p>So far this season, the UCF defense has been performing well, ranking 51st in the country at 66.7 points allowed per contest. The UCF defense is coming off a game in which they gave up a total of 61 points and allowed Texas Tech to connect on 6 threes.</p><h3>Can Oklahoma State Live Up to the Hype at Home?</h3><p>With a record of 10-6 at home this season, Oklahoma State will look to improve upon their recent success at Gallagher-Iba Arena, where they have gone 6-4 over their last 10 games. As 2.5-point favorites, the Cowboys have gone 8-4 this season when favored.</p>

<p>Coming off an 80-76 win over Cincinnati, Oklahoma State has now won two straight games. Through 27 games, the Cowboys have gone 12-15, including a 4-9 record in Big 12 play.</p><p>As the favorite this season, Oklahoma State has gone 5-7 vs. the spread. Over their last 10 games as the favorite, the Cowboys have gone 4-6 ATS. In their last 3 home games, they have gone 2-1 ATS and their home ATS record this year is 7-9. Overall, their ATS record this year is 11-14.</p><p>This season, the over/under record in Oklahoma State games is 14-11 and today's line of 139.5 is similar to the average over/under line of 140.4 in their games. So far, 15 of their games have finished with more points than today's line. In their last three games, the over/under record is 3-0 and the average scoring total in those games is 166 points.</p><p>In their latest game, Oklahoma State offense put up 80 points against Cincinnati. They recorded an overall field goal percentage of 55.6% and made 7 threes. Leading the team in scoring is Javon Small, who is averaging 14.6 heading into today's matchup. Additionally, Eric Dailey Jr. also maintains a PPG average of 9.1 heading into game.</p><p>Currently, the Cowboys' defense holds the 160th rank in the nation, allowing 71.6 points per game. In today's game, the Oklahoma State defense will be looking to once again do a good job defending the three-point line, as they gave up just 5 three-pointers while giving up 76 points.</p>

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<p>Looking to win big? The Bobcats and Blue Raiders face off at 12:00 ET on ESPNU. The Blue Raiders are hosting the game at The HTC Center in Conway, SC. Ohio is the -1.5 point favorites in this non-conference matchup against Middle Tennessee. The over/under for the game is set at 147.5 points.</p><h3>OHIO BOBCATS VS MIDDLE TENNESSEE BLUE RAIDERS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Middle Tennessee Blue Raiders +1.5</p><p>This game will be played at The HTC Center at 12:00 ET on Thursday, November 21st.</p><h3>WHY BET THE MIDDLE TENNESSEE BLUE RAIDERS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 77-69 in favor of the Blue Raiders.</li><li>Not only will Middle Tennessee pick up the win, but look for them to cover at +1.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 147.5 points, and we like the under with a projected 146 points.</li></ul><h3>Are the Bobcats Ready for a Win at Conway?</h3><p>Ohio's season hit a bump with a 94-70 loss to Memphis on Friday. The Bobcats were +12.5 point underdogs going into the game and didn’t cover the spread. The total points for the game reached 164, surpassing the O/U line of 161.</p> <p>Ohio trailed 43-38 at halftime but struggled in the 2nd half, scoring just 32 points while allowing 51. The Bobcats will need to tighten up defensively and find more consistency on offense moving forward.</p><p>Ohio's offense managed 70 points in their last game, shooting just 36.9% from the field. They connected on 12 of 31 three-point attempts, hitting 38.7% from deep, and were nearly perfect from the free-throw line, going 10 of 11 for 90.9%.</p> <p>PJ Haggerty led the way with 23 points, shooting 7 of 10 overall and 4 of 5 from three. Tyrese Hunter added 21 points and 6 assists, also hitting 4 of 5 from beyond the arc.</p><p>Ohio's defense struggled in this one, giving up 94 points on 56% shooting. They allowed 19 two-pointers on 39 attempts, a 48% success rate for the opposing team.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Ohio's defense was even worse, as they gave up 13 threes on 18 attempts, a 72% shooting performance. They also sent the other team to the line 22 times, where they hit 17 free throws (77%).</p><h3>Can Middle Tennessee Lock in a Home Win?</h3><h3>Middle Tennessee Blue Raiders Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Middle Tennessee fell to Murray State 88-67 on Saturday, November 16th. The Blue Raiders were -3 favorites at home but didn’t cover the spread. The total points of 155 exceeded the O/U line of 145.</p> 

<p>Middle Tennessee trailed 44-30 at halftime and couldn’t close the gap in the 2nd half, scoring 37 points while allowing 44.</p><p>Middle Tennessee struggled from beyond the arc in their last game, hitting just 4 of 23 threes for 17.4%, contributing to an overall field goal percentage of 39.1% and an effective field goal percentage of 42.2%. They managed 67 points, with 9 assists and 12 offensive rebounds, while shooting 68.4% from the free-throw line.</p> <p>KyeRon Lindsay was a standout, scoring 27 points on 12 of 16 shooting, adding 8 rebounds and 4 assists. AJ Ferguson was perfect from three, hitting all 4 attempts, while Kamari Lands contributed 19 points despite shooting just 1 of 6 from deep.</p><p>Middle Tennessee's defense gave up 88 points in their last game, with the opposing team shooting 39% from the field. They allowed 21 two-point baskets on 41 attempts, a 51% success rate.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, the opposition shot 17%, hitting 4 of their 23 three-point attempts. Middle Tennessee also sent them to the free-throw line 19 times, where they converted 13 free throws, shooting 68%.</p>

Ohio Bobcats vs Middle Tennessee Blue Raiders NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 11/21/24

We’ve got a true spotlight game tonight in the NBA with the Los Angeles Clippers against the Phoenix Suns. ESPN will carry this one as the second game of its doubleheader with the host Suns favored by four points and a total of 223 at <a href="http://bangthebook.com/sportsbooks/bovada/">Bovada Sportsbook</a>.

If nothing else, this should be a better and more exciting game than the first part of the ESPN doubleheader between the Lakers and Wizards. The Suns, who own the second-best record in the NBA, can clinch a playoff spot with a win. The Clippers, who own the third-best record in the NBA, can tie the Suns for the #2 seed in the Western Conference with a win.

This should have a playoff-like feel in Phoenix and is easily the best game of the night for Wednesday. Let’s break it down, shall we?

<strong><u>Los Angeles Clippers</u></strong>

The Clippers have won eight of their last 10 and 11 of their last 13, but did just suffer a setback against the Pelicans a couple nights ago. Would it be fair to call that game a look-ahead spot to this matchup with the Suns? Kawhi Leonard missed the game, but is also expected to miss tonight’s game with the foot injury that has caused him to miss the last four. Paul George also admitted to tweaking an ankle injury while playing 25 minutes against New Orleans.

That is something that we have to consider here. While the Clippers are playing very well and are looking to end the season on a high note, they are less interested in the remainder of the regular season and more invested in the playoffs. That seems like the opposite of how the upstart Suns will approach a game like this.

The Clippers are winning games, but still going through the motions to some degree. They only beat the lowly Rockets by five to start this road trip. They beat Portland by just one point on the road. They beat the Pistons by two on a recent road trip. Good teams have an innate ability to do just enough to win, but then struggle to flip the switch against more talented teams.

Missing the nearly 26 points per game from Leonard doesn’t make it any easier. George has averaged nearly 24, but who knows if he gets a rest night tonight with that ankle concern. Even if he plays, the Clippers only have three other players on the active roster averaging double digits. It has been a balanced scoring approach from a lot of guys, like how Terance Mann led the team with 17 points against New Orleans. He’s only averaged 6.8 points per game this season.

Through all their injuries, though, the Clippers are second in the NBA in NetRtg and will be a legitimate contender when the playoffs begin. They are the best three-point shooting team in the NBA.

<strong><u>Phoenix Suns</u></strong>

The Suns are the fifth-best three-point team on the defensive end, holding opponents to 35.2% on those triple tries. The game within the game would seem to focus on that key element with what the Clippers are trying to do on offense, especially with Leonard on the shelf.

The Suns are 0-for-2 against the Clippers this season with losses by five and 10 points, so there should be a little extra incentive tonight from Phoenix. That incentive could be enough to get them over a bad situational spot. Phoenix is home tonight off of a five-game road trip. They just scored a very impressive win over the Knicks at Madison Square Garden to end the trip on a high note at 3-2.

Teams coming off of exactly five games on the road to play a home game are 21-21 ATS on the season and 20-22 straight up. The under is 21-18-3 in those spots. Usually the first game back from a long trip is tricky because you get back to your family and your obligations as a husband, boyfriend, father, etc., plus have the chance to shake off some jetlag. I would think a matchup with the Clippers on ESPN neutralizes some of those concerns.

The Suns continue to shoot well from the midrange. They are the only team in the NBA north of 50% from 10-16 feet, an area of the court that leads to low-percentage shots more often than not. They’re also fourth from 16 feet to the three-point line. A lot of teams are focused on the Rim and 3 Rate. The Suns are fine with shooting these midrange jumpers because they make them. It is something I may look to fade in the playoffs, though.

The inclusion of Chris Paul as the primary facilitator of the basketball to Devin Booker, Deandre Ayton, and Mikal Bridges has provided such a huge lift for the Suns. Veteran stability at the point guard position is important and Paul’s 4/1 turnover-to-assist ratio is a big part of the equation.

<strong><u>Clippers vs. Suns <a href="http://bangthebook.com/nba/">NBA Pick</a></u></strong>

With a hobbled Clippers bunch in town against a Suns team that is winless against the Clippers on the season, I have to like the Suns here. The -4 looks like a bit of a steep number, but Los Angeles has been skating by for the most part and won’t have George at 100% tonight.

<strong>Pick: Phoenix Suns</strong>

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<p>The Salukis and Aggies are set to face off at 6:00 ET on CBSS. The Aggies will host the game at Hard Rock Hotel Riviera Maya in Cancun, Mexico. The Salukis are the favored team in this non-conference contest against the Aggies. The game's over/under currently sits at 138.5 points.</p><h3>SOUTHERN ILLINOIS SALUKIS VS NEW MEXICO STATE AGGIES BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: New Mexico State Aggies +4.5</p><p>This game will be played at Hard Rock Hotel Riviera Maya at 6:00 ET on Wednesday, November 22nd.</p><h3>WHY BET THE NEW MEXICO STATE AGGIES:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 73-70 in favor of the Aggies.</li><li>Not only will New Mexico State pick up the win, but look for them to cover at +4.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 138.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 143 points.</li></ul><h3>Can the Salukis Pull Off a Road Win?</h3><p>The Salukis come into today's game with a 2-1 record, having lost their previous game to James Madison (82-76). Over their last ten road games, which includes last year, Southern Illinois has gone 5-5. As of today's game, Southern Illinois has a 2-1 record against the spread this season. Taking into account the previous season, Southern Illinois has gone 4-4-1 vs. the spread in their last ten games.</p><p>Southern Illinois' games have, on average, featured 147.7 points per game leading to an over/under record of 2-1-0. Their average over/under line is currently 139.2 points so far. The Salukis have seen their last five games conclude with a collective average of 75 points per game and an over/under record of 2-2.</p><p>In their latest game, Southern Illinois offense put up 76 points against James Madison. They recorded an overall field goal percentage of 44.9% and made 9 threes. The team's top scorer is Xavier Johnson, who comes into today's matchup with an average of 19.7, while AJ Ferguson also maintains a PPG average of 13 leading up to the game.</p><p>In the current season, the Southern Illinois defense has excelled, sitting 59th in the nation by allowing 65.5 points per game. In their previous game vs. James Madison, the Dukes finished with a field goal percentage of 44% and a total of 82 points vs. Southern Illinois.</p><h3>Will the New Mexico State Defense Show Up at Home?</h3><p>The Aggies come into today's game against Southern Illinois with a 1-2 record on the season. They have lost both of their road games and won their only home game. Prior to today's game, New Mexico State has a 0-3 ATS record. In their previous ten games, including those from the previous season, New Mexico State is 2-6 vs. the spread.</p><p>New Mexico State's games have, on average, featured 148 points per game leading to an over/under record of 2-1-0. Their average over/under line is currently 140.8 points so far. The Aggies' last five games have culminated with an average of 78 points per game and an over/under record of 2-1.</p><p>The Aggies' offense wrapped up their last game with 76 points, aligning closely with their current season average of 71.6 points per contest. The team's top scorer is Christian Cook, who comes into today's matchup with an average of 12.2, while Robert Carpenter also maintains a PPG average of 11 leading up to the game.</p><p>Coming into today's game, the New Mexico State defense is giving up an average of 70.2 points per contest. On average, opposing teams are hitting 6.7 threes per game vs. Southern Illinois. This has come on three-point shooting percentage of 28.6%.</p>

Southern Illinois Salukis vs New Mexico State Aggies Betting Pick & Prediction 11/22/23