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<p>Making on a bet on this NCAA game featuring the Ragin' Cajuns versus the Red Wolves? Tip off is at at 8:00 ET, and you can watch it all unfold on ESPN+. The game will be played at First National Bank Arena in Jonesboro, AR. This Sun Belt conference matchup has an over/under of 147.5 points, and Arkansas State is favored to win by -16.5 at home vs. Louisiana-Lafayette.</p><h3>LOUISIANA-LAFAYETTE RAGIN' CAJUNS VS ARKANSAS STATE RED WOLVES BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Louisiana-Lafayette Ragin' Cajuns +16.5</p><p>This game will be played at First National Bank Arena at 8:00 ET on Thursday, January 16th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE LOUISIANA-LAFAYETTE RAGIN' CAJUNS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 77-71 in favor of the Red Wolves.</li><li>Even though we have Arkansas State winning straight-up, we like Louisiana-Lafayette at +16.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 147.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 148 points.</li></ul><h3>Will Louisiana-Lafayette Find a Way to Win on the Road?</h3><p>The Ragin' Cajuns improved to 4-12 on the season with a 71-68 home win over the Warhawks on Saturday. Despite being -6.5 favorites, they didn't cover the spread, and the total points of 139 fell short of the 142.5 O/U line.</p> <p>Louisiana-Lafayette rallied in the second half, outscoring Louisiana-Monroe 41-33 after trailing 35-30 at halftime.</p><p>In their recent game, Louisiana-Lafayette put up 71 points, shooting just 35.9% from the field. They connected on 39.3% of their three-point attempts, hitting 11 of 28 from deep, while their two-point shooting lagged at 33.3% (12/36). The Ragin' Cajuns were efficient from the free-throw line, making 14 of 16 attempts for an 87.5% success rate.</p> <p>Makai Willis led the way with 17 points and 8 rebounds, shooting 50% from the field. Kentrell Garnett and Tyreese Watson each added 15 points, with Watson hitting 80% of his shots and going 2-for-2 from beyond the arc. Garnett also contributed 5 assists in the game.</p><p>Louisiana-Lafayette's defense held their opponent to 68 points, with a strong showing from the field, allowing just 35% shooting on 23 of 64 attempts. They were particularly effective inside, where they limited the opposition to 33% shooting on two-pointers, with only 12 makes out of 36 attempts.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, the Ragin' Cajuns gave up 11 threes on 28 attempts, a 39% shooting clip. They also sent their opponent to the free-throw line 16 times, where they converted 14, shooting 87%. Louisiana-Lafayette allowed 13 offensive rebounds in the game.</p><h3>Will the Arkansas State Defense Show Up at Home?</h3><h3>Arkansas State Red Wolves Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Arkansas State improved to 11-5 on the season with an 84-78 road win over Troy on Saturday. The Red Wolves entered the game as +2.5 point underdogs and covered the spread with the victory.</p> 

<p>After trailing 43-34 at halftime, Arkansas State turned things around in the second half, outscoring Troy 50-35. The game’s total points of 162 exceeded the over/under line of 144.5.</p><p>Arkansas State put up 84 points in their last game, shooting 50% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 57.7%. They hit 58.6% of their two-pointers and 39.1% from beyond the arc, connecting on 9 of 23 threes. At the free-throw line, they were 23 of 27, good for 85.2%.</p> <p>Tayton Conerway led the way with 32 points and 7 assists, shooting 66.7% overall and 57.1% from three. Theo Seng was nearly perfect, hitting 6 of 7 shots and 3 of 4 from deep, while Joseph Pinion knocked down 5 threes, shooting 55.6% from long range.</p><p>Arkansas State gave up 78 points in their last game, with the opposing team shooting 46% from the field. They allowed 14 two-point baskets on 27 attempts, a 51% success rate.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, the Red Wolves' defense conceded 10 threes on 25 attempts, a 40% shooting performance. They also sent the other team to the free-throw line 28 times, where they made 20 free throws, shooting 71%. Arkansas State allowed 11 offensive rebounds.</p>

Louisiana-Lafayette Ragin' Cajuns vs Arkansas State Red Wolves NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 1/16/25

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<p>Betting on today's Golden Griffins and Gaels game? Catch the action at Hynes Athletics Center in New Rochelle, NY, as the Gaels hosts this showdown at 7:00 ET on ESPN+. The over/under line for this matchup is currently at 142 points, and Iona is favored by -10.5 to win at home against Canisius.</p><h3>CANISIUS GOLDEN GRIFFINS VS IONA GAELS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Canisius Golden Griffins +10.5</p><p>This game will be played at Hynes Athletics Center at 7:00 ET on Thursday, January 16th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE CANISIUS GOLDEN GRIFFINS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 77-70 in favor of the Gaels.</li><li>Even though we have Iona winning straight-up, we like Canisius at +10.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 142 points, and we like the over with a projected 147 points.</li></ul><h3>Will Canisius Secure A Victory as Road Underdogs?</h3><h3>Canisius Golden Griffins Recent Game/Games</h3> <p>Canisius fell to 1-15 on the season after a 62-49 home loss to Saint Peter's on Sunday. The Golden Griffins entered the game as +5.5 underdogs but failed to cover the spread.</p> <p>Trailing 34-22 at halftime, Canisius scored 27 points in the 2nd half while allowing 28. The game’s total points were 111, falling short of the O/U line of 132.</p><p>Canisius struggled offensively in their last game, scoring just 49 points with a field goal percentage of 34% (17/50). Their effective field goal percentage was 40%, and they shot 27.8% from three-point range, hitting 5 of 18 attempts. They also managed only 5 offensive rebounds and recorded 9 assists as a team.</p> <p>Marcus Randolph led the way with 19 points, shooting 4/10 from beyond the arc. Tana Kopa contributed 12 points, hitting 4/6 from three-point range, while Paul McMillan IV and Bryce Eaton each added 11 points, with Eaton connecting on 3/6 from deep.</p><p>Canisius put on a defensive clinic, holding their opponent to just 62 points on 34% shooting from the field. They were particularly effective inside the arc, limiting two-point attempts to 12/32, or 37%.</p> <p>The Golden Griffins also did well defending the three, with their opponent hitting only 5 of 18 attempts, good for 27%. Canisius sent them to the line 15 times, where they made 10 free throws, and gave up just 5 offensive rebounds.</p><h3>Can the Gaels Pull Out the Win as Home Favorites?</h3><p>Iona’s season continued to be a struggle, as their record fell to 5-12 after a 63-62 loss to Quinnipiac on Sunday. The Gaels were +1.5 point underdogs going into the game and managed to cover the spread, but it was another close loss for the team.</p> <p>At home, Iona led 37-33 at halftime but scored just 25 points in the second half while allowing 30. The game’s total points of 125 fell well below the O/U line of 145.5.</p><p>Iona struggled offensively in their last game, shooting just 35.7% from the field and 25% from beyond the arc, finishing with 62 points. Their effective field goal percentage was 40%, and they hit only 6 of 15 free throws (40%).</p> <p>Dejour Reaves led the Gaels with 16 points and 10 rebounds, despite going 0-3 from three-point range. Paul Otieno added 12 points and 13 rebounds, shooting 55.6% from the field. Iona grabbed 17 offensive rebounds and dished out 19 assists as a team.</p><p>Despite giving up 17 offensive rebounds, Iona's defense held strong, allowing just 63 points on 35% shooting. The Gaels limited their opponent to 41% from two-point range, with 19 makes on 46 attempts.</p> <p>Iona's perimeter defense was effective, as they held their opponent to 25% shooting from beyond the arc, with just 6 made threes on 24 attempts. The Gaels also benefited from poor free-throw shooting, with their opponent hitting only 6 of 15 attempts.</p>

Canisius Golden Griffins vs Iona Gaels NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 1/16/25

<p>At 9:40 PM ET, the Giants and Diamondbacks face off in an NL West matchup. This one is being played at Chase Field in Phoenix, and the Diamondbacks are favored on the money line (-135). The Giants have a money line payout of +116, and they are +189 on the run line.</p>

<p>Logan Webb is starting for the Giants, and he will be facing off against Brandon Pfaadt. San Francisco is 78-79 this season, and they are currently on a four-game winning streak. The Diamondbacks are 87-70 overall and have lost two straight.</p><h3>ARIZONA DIAMONDBACKS VS SAN FRANCISCO GIANTS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Arizona Diamondbacks Moneyline -135</p><p>This game will be played at Chase Field at 9:40 ET on Tuesday, September 24th.</p><h3>HOW TO BET THE GIANTS VS DIAMONDBACKS:</h3><ul><li>We have the Diamondbacks winning by a score of 6 to 5</li><li>However, if you're looking for a run line pick, we like the Giants to cover</li><li>As for an over/under pick, we have this game finishing with 11 runs and like the over</li></ul><p>San Francisco picked up a 6-3 road win over the Diamondbacks in the most recent game of this series. The Giants offense got off to a fast start, scoring three runs in the first and adding two more in the 2nd. On the other side, the Diamondbacks got on the board with one run in the 3rd and added their final two runs in the 7th.</p>

<p>Matt Chapman and Michael Conforto each homered for the Giants, while Casey Schmitt scored three times and drove in a run while going 1/3. Mark Canha also had a two-hit game and scored a run for San Francisco's offense.</p>

<p>Hayden Birdsong only went five innings for the Giants but gave up just two hits and two earned runs while striking out six. He picked up a win in the game, while Ryan Walker got the save. Eduardo Rodriguez had a rough outing for the Diamondbacks, taking the loss.</p><h3>Giants Records & Stats</h3><p>San Francisco is 78-79 overall, and they have won four straight games. The Giants are 4th in the NL West, and they trail the Dodgers by 15.5 games heading into today's action. This season, they are 25-25 in divisional games.</p>

<p>At home, the Giants are 41-37 and 37-42 on the road. San Francisco has won four straight games as the underdog, and they are 32-47 as the underdog overall. The Giants have an overall series record of 24-21-4, and they have won two straight series overall. Their road series winning streak is at three games.</p><p>San Francisco has been a solid run line bet on the road this season, going 46-33. They have covered the run line in four straight road games and are 4-0 as an underdog in that span. Their overall run line record is 80-77, with a scoring margin of -0.0 runs per game.</p><p>The San Francisco Giants are on the road today against the Arizona Diamondbacks. The O/U line for the game is set at 8 runs. The Giants have an over/under record of 79-71 this season, and their games have averaged 8.6 runs per game. When the O/U line is set at 8 runs, the Giants have a record of 13-17-4. So far this season, 44 of their games have had O/U lines set higher than 8 runs, accounting for 28.0% of their games.</p><p>Right-hander Logan Webb is starting for the Giants today as he faces the Diamondbacks on the road. This year, he has made 32 starts and has a record of 12-10 with a 3.58 ERA. Webb's WHIP for the season is currently 1.24. In his 32 starts, he has one complete game shutout and 19 quality starts. Looking back at his last outing, Webb finished with a no-decision against the Orioles, giving up three earned runs in five innings of work. Before that, he had won two straight starts. So far, he has been much better at home, coming in with a 7-5 record and 3.28 ERA compared to 5-5 with a 4.94 ERA on the road.</p><p>San Francisco's offense has been pretty average this season, averaging 4.3 runs per game, which is 17th in the league. They are also just 15th in the league in batting average and have an on-base percentage of just .305. However, the Giants do have the league's 12th best home run total and have been pretty good at avoiding strikeouts this season.</p>

<p>Over the past four games, Matt Chapman has gone 5/15 with three homers and five RBIs. For the season, he is batting .249 with a team-high 78 RBIs. Heliot Ramos has gone deep 21 times this season, which is 2nd on the team, and is batting .264.</p><h3>Diamondbacks Records & Stats</h3><p>Arizona is 87-70 overall this season, and they are 6.5 games behind the Dodgers for the NL West lead. The Diamondbacks have gone 26-21 in divisional games this year. They are also 42-34 at home compared to a 45-36 mark on the road.</p>

<p>The Diamondbacks have dropped two straight games, with the loss coming in the first game of this series vs. the Giants. So far, their overall series record is 26-19-4. As the favorite, Arizona is 51-31 and 35-20 as the favorite at home. Their overall record as the underdog is 36-39.</p><p>The Diamondbacks are a team that has been profitable on the run line this season, with an overall record of 82-75. They have been especially good on the run line on the road, going 48-33. They have an average run margin of 0.6 runs per game, and they have been a good bet on the run line as an underdog, going 47-28.</p><p>The Arizona Diamondbacks have the highest combined run average in the league at 10.4 runs per game, and their games have gone over the line in 89 of 149 games this season. The average over/under line in their games this season has been 9 runs, but when the line has been set at 8 runs, the over has hit in 12 of 21 games. Overall, 70.7% of their games have had a higher line than 8 runs.</p><p>Right-hander Brandon Pfaadt is getting the start for the Diamondbacks today and comes in with a record of 10-9 and an ERA of 4.66. Looking at his overall numbers, Pfaadt has made 30 starts, and opponents are batting .257 this season. In his 30 appearances, he has turned in 13 quality starts and is averaging 8.91 strikeouts per nine innings. Pfaadt's last outing came on September 19th, where he picked up the win, going seven innings and giving up just one earned run. Before that, he had lost two straight starts.</p>
<p>Arizona's offense has been the best in the league this season, averaging 5.5 runs per game. They have been even better at home, averaging 5.7 runs per contest. The Diamondbacks have also been the league's top home run hitting team, and they have the league's top on-base percentage and OPS.</p>

<p>Ketel Marte has been swinging a hot bat of late, going 8/24 with four homers over his last eight games. For the season, he is batting .295 with a team-high 93 RBIs and 35 homers. Eugenio Suarez is also a big power threat in the lineup, as he has 29 homers and 98 RBIs this season.</p>

San Francisco Giants vs Arizona Diamondbacks Betting Pick & Prediction 9/24/24

<p>Making on a bet on this NCAA game featuring the Tigers versus the Pilots? Tip off is at at 10:00 ET, and you can watch it all unfold on ESPN+. The game will be played at Chiles Center in Portland, OR. The odds for this West Coast conference game currently have Portland as the -1.5 point favorite with the over/under line sitting at 146.5 points.</p><h3>PACIFIC TIGERS VS PORTLAND PILOTS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Portland Pilots -1.5</p><p>This game will be played at Chiles Center at 10:00 ET on Thursday, January 16th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE PORTLAND PILOTS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 78-70 in favor of the Pilots.</li><li>Not only will Portland pick up the win, but look for them to cover at -1.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 146.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 148 points.</li></ul><h3>Will the Tigers Secure A Victory as Road Underdogs?</h3><h3>Pacific Tigers Recent Game/Games</h3> <p>The Tigers fell to 4-14 on the season after a 91-55 loss to Oregon State on Saturday. Pacific, who were +9 point underdogs, failed to cover the spread in the home game.</p> <p>After trailing 45-30 at halftime, the Tigers managed just 25 points in the 2nd half while allowing 46. The total points for the game went over the 142.5-point line, with a combined 146 points.</p><p>Pacific struggled offensively in their last game, scoring just 55 points with a field goal percentage of 37% and an effective field goal percentage of 40.7%. They hit only 5 of 21 three-point attempts, shooting 23.8% from deep, but were efficient from the free-throw line, making 10 of 11 attempts (90.9%).</p> <p>Parsa Fallah led the way with 25 points on 6 of 7 shooting, while Nate Kingz added 20 points, hitting 4 of 6 from three-point range. The Tigers managed just 5 offensive rebounds and finished with 9 assists as a team.</p><p>Despite giving up 91 points, the Pacific Tigers held their opponents to just 37% shooting from the field, including 23% from beyond the arc, where they hit 5 of 21 attempts. Inside the arc, the Tigers allowed 15 two-point baskets on 33 tries, a 45% conversion rate.</p> <p>Pacific sent their opponents to the free-throw line 11 times, where they converted 10 of those attempts, shooting 90%. The Tigers limited second-chance opportunities, giving up only 5 offensive rebounds.</p><h3>Can the Pilots Offense Score Enough at Home?</h3><p>Portland’s season continues to be a struggle, as their 81-72 loss to San Francisco on Thursday dropped them to 3-13. The Pilots were +20 underdogs going into the game, but they managed to keep it closer than expected.</p> <p>Portland trailed 37-31 at halftime and scored 41 points in the 2nd half, but they allowed 44 points to the Dons after the break. The game’s total points of 153 went over the 146.5 O/U line.</p><p>Portland's offense put up 72 points in their last game, shooting 43.3% from the field and 22.7% from three-point range, hitting just 5 of 22 attempts. Their effective field goal percentage was 46.7%, with a strong 55.3% shooting inside the arc.</p> <p>Max Mackinnon led the way with 28 points, shooting 73.3% overall and 50% from three. Malik Thomas and Austin Rapp each added 19 points, with Rapp struggling from deep, hitting just 2 of 10 threes.</p><p>Portland's defense struggled in their last game, giving up 81 points on 50% shooting from the field. They allowed 22 two-point baskets on 39 attempts, with the opposing team converting at a 56% rate.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Portland's opponents hit 9 of 23 threes, shooting 39%. The Pilots also sent them to the free-throw line 12 times, where they made 10 free throws, an 83% success rate. Portland gave up 14 offensive rebounds as well.</p>

Pacific Tigers vs Portland Pilots NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 1/16/25

<p>Looking to win big? The Black Bears and Highlanders face off at 11:00 ET on ESPN+. The Highlanders are hosting the game at NJIT Wellness and Events Center in Newark, NJ. Maine is favored by -9 in this America East conference contest against NJIT. The game's over/under currently sits at 129.5 points.</p><h3>MAINE BLACK BEARS VS NJIT HIGHLANDERS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: NJIT Highlanders +9</p><p>This game will be played at NJIT Wellness and Events Center at 11:00 ET on Thursday, January 16th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE NJIT HIGHLANDERS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 76-69 in favor of the Highlanders.</li><li>Not only will NJIT pick up the win, but look for them to cover at +9.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 129.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 145 points.</li></ul><h3>Will Maine Shock Everyone at NJIT Wellness and Events Center?</h3><p>Maine evened their season record at 8-8 with an 87-66 win over Albany on Saturday. Playing at home, the Black Bears entered the game as -4.5 favorites and covered the spread with ease.</p> <p>Maine led 43-31 at halftime and continued their strong play in the second half, outscoring Albany 44-35. The game’s total points of 153 went over the pre-game line of 143.</p><p>Maine's offense was firing on all cylinders in their last game, putting up 87 points with a 56.4% shooting performance from the field. They connected on 47.8% of their three-point attempts, hitting 11 of 23, and were strong from the free-throw line, making 77.8% of their shots. Their effective field goal percentage was an impressive 65.5%.</p> <p>Jaden Clayton and AJ Lopez each contributed 16 points, with Clayton adding 7 assists. Christopher Mantis hit 5 threes, finishing with 17 points in just 20 minutes. The Black Bears had 24 assists as a team, but managed only 2 offensive rebounds in the game.</p><p>Even with Maine's defense allowing 66 points, they couldn't capitalize on the offensive end. The Black Bears shot 56% from the field, going 31/55 overall. Inside the arc, they were 20/32, hitting 62% of their two-point attempts.</p> <p>From three-point range, Maine connected on 11/23 shots, shooting 47%. They also went 14/18 from the free-throw line, making 77% of their attempts. The Black Bears gave up just 2 offensive rebounds.</p><h3>Can NJIT Deliver Being Underdogs at Home?</h3><p>NJIT fell to 2-14 on the season after a 70-62 loss to Massachusetts-Lowell on Saturday. Despite being +20 point underdogs, the Highlanders kept things closer than expected. The total points for the game were 132, which was under the 143.5 O/U line.</p> <p>NJIT trailed 39-26 at halftime but outscored the River Hawks 36-31 in the 2nd half. While they couldn’t complete the comeback, they showed some fight in the latter stages of the game.</p><p>In their last game, NJIT's offense struggled, shooting just 37.9% from the field and finishing with 62 points. Their effective field goal percentage was 42.4%, and they hit 35% from beyond the arc, making 7 of 20 attempts. Free-throw shooting was also an issue, as they connected on just 5 of 9 attempts for 55.6%.</p> <p>Martin Somerville led the way with 26 points, hitting 5 of 9 from three-point range and adding 6 assists. Sebastian Robinson contributed 21 points and 6 assists, despite shooting 38.5% overall. Max Brooks was efficient, making 7 of 10 shots and grabbing 14 rebounds.</p><p>Even with NJIT holding their opponents to 70 points, the Highlanders couldn’t come away with the win. They limited the damage by allowing just 37% shooting from the field, including 39% on two-point attempts.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, NJIT gave up 7 threes on 20 attempts, a 35% clip. They also sent their opponents to the line 9 times, where they hit 5 free throws. NJIT allowed 13 offensive rebounds.</p>

Maine Black Bears vs NJIT Highlanders NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 1/16/25

<p>The Eagles and Chanticleers are set to face off at 7:00 ET on ESPN+. The Chanticleers will host the game at The HTC Center in Conway, SC. The over/under line for this matchup is currently at 140.5 points, and Coastal Carolina is favored by -2.5 to win at home against Georgia Southern.</p><h3>GEORGIA SOUTHERN EAGLES VS COASTAL CAROLINA CHANTICLEERS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Coastal Carolina Chanticleers -2.5</p><p>This game will be played at The HTC Center at 7:00 ET on Thursday, January 16th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE COASTAL CAROLINA CHANTICLEERS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 81-66 in favor of the Chanticleers.</li><li>Not only will Coastal Carolina pick up the win, but look for them to cover at -2.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 140.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 147 points.</li></ul><h3>Taking a Look at the Eagles Chances in Conway</h3><h3>Georgia Southern Eagles Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>The Eagles fell to 7-9 on the season after an 81-69 road loss to Marshall on Saturday, January 11th. Georgia Southern entered the game as +8.5 point underdogs and did not cover the spread. The total points for the game were 150, just under the O/U line of 152.5.</p> 

<p>Georgia Southern trailed 45-35 at halftime and couldn’t close the gap in the 2nd half, scoring 34 points while allowing 36.</p><p>In their recent game, Georgia Southern put up 69 points, shooting 45.5% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 50.9%. They connected on 51.3% of their two-point attempts, while hitting just 31.2% from beyond the arc, going 5-for-16 from three-point range.</p> <p>The Eagles made 14 of 19 free throws, good for 73.7%, and grabbed 8 offensive rebounds. They finished with 8 assists as a team, with Nakavieon White and Mikal Dawson each hitting 50% of their three-point attempts, while Nate Martin went 6-for-7 from the field, adding 13 rebounds and 4 assists.</p><p>Georgia Southern's defense struggled in their last game, giving up 81 points on 50% shooting from the field. They allowed their opponent to hit 60% of their two-point attempts, with 17 made shots inside the arc.</p> <p>From three-point range, Georgia Southern's opponents shot 38%, connecting on 10 of 26 attempts. They also sent their opponent to the free-throw line 27 times, where they made 17 free throws. Georgia Southern gave up 17 offensive rebounds in the game.</p><h3>Will Coastal Carolina Secure A Victory as Home Favorites?</h3><p>Coastal Carolina fell to 6-9 on the season after a 79-74 road loss to Georgia State on Saturday. The Chanticleers entered the game as +3.5 point underdogs and failed to cover the spread. The total points for the game were 153, exceeding the O/U line of 136.5.</p> <p>Coastal Carolina led 44-31 at halftime but struggled defensively in the 2nd half, allowing 48 points while scoring just 30.</p><p>Coastal Carolina put up 74 points in their last game, shooting 47.6% from the field and 41.7% from beyond the arc, hitting 10 of 24 threes. Their effective field goal percentage stood at 55.6%, with a 51.3% success rate on two-point attempts.</p> <p>Zarique Nutter led the team with 23 points, shooting 66.7% overall. Toneari Lane and Rasheed Jones each hit 50% of their threes, with Jones connecting on 5 of 10 attempts. The Chanticleers finished with 19 assists and 9 offensive rebounds, though they struggled at the free-throw line, making just 4 of 8 attempts.</p><p>Coastal Carolina's defense struggled in their last game, giving up 79 points on 48% shooting. The Chanticleers allowed 29 made field goals on 60 attempts.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Coastal Carolina's opponents shot 46%, hitting 6 of 13 three-point attempts. They also sent them to the line 17 times, where they converted 15 free throws for 88%.</p>

Georgia Southern Eagles vs Coastal Carolina Chanticleers NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 1/16/25

<p>At 10:00 ET, the Sacramento Kings (-216) will host the Detroit Pistons (+181) in a non-conference matchup. The Kings are favored by 5.5 points and have dropped four straight games. The Pistons (+5.5) have won two in a row and are 10th in the Eastern Conference.</p>

<p>This game will be played at the Golden 1 Center and can be seen on NBCS. The over/under line is set at 227 points.</p><h3>DETROIT PISTONS VS SACRAMENTO KINGS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Sacramento Kings -5.5</p><p>This game will be played at Golden 1 Center at 10:00 ET on Thursday, December 26th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE SACRAMENTO KINGS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 136-128 in favor of the Kings.</li><li>Our projections have De'Aaron Fox finishing with 26 points, 5 rebounds and 6 assists.</li><li>From the field, we have the Kings finishing with a field goal percentage of 46.7% and knocking down 14 threes.</li></ul><h3>Can Detroit Grab a Win on the Road?</h3><p>Detroit improved to 13-17 this season with a 117-114 win over the Lakers on Monday. The Pistons, who were +6.5 point underdogs, not only pulled off the upset but also covered the spread. The game’s total points of 231 exceeded the over/under line of 222.</p> <p>Detroit went on a key 14-0 run, extending their lead from 32-27 to 46-27. Though the Lakers fought back, the Pistons edged them out in the 4th quarter, winning the final period 24-22.</p><p>Malik Beasley hit 5 threes at a 50% clip, finishing with 21 points to lead the Pistons to a 117-114 win over the Lakers. Cade Cunningham added 20 points and 10 assists, while Jaden Ivey contributed 18 points, shooting 53.3% from the field.</p> <p>As a team, the Pistons shot 51.1% from the field and 36.7% from beyond the arc, making 11 threes. Beasley scored 9 points in the 1st quarter, and Cade added 8 points in both the 1st and 3rd quarters.</p><p>Despite a rough start, the Pistons tightened up defensively in the 4th quarter, allowing just 22 points to help secure a 117-114 win over the Lakers. Overall, Detroit gave up 114 points, with 32 points allowed in both the 1st and 2nd quarters.</p> <p>The Pistons struggled to contain the Lakers’ shooting, as Los Angeles hit 54% of their shots, including 14 threes at a 46% clip. Detroit also sent the Lakers to the line 25 times, where they made 20 free throws. The Pistons finished with 12 steals and 5 blocks.</p><h3>Can Sacramento Grab a Win at Home?</h3><p>The Kings fell to 13-17 on the season after a 122-95 loss to the Pacers on Sunday. Sacramento, favored by 3 points at home, not only lost but also failed to cover the spread. The total score of 217 points fell short of the 235.5-point line.</p> <p>After a close first half, the Pacers pulled away by outscoring the Kings 35-26 in the 3rd quarter. Sacramento managed just 17 points in the 4th while allowing 35, leading to the lopsided final score.</p><p>In Sunday's 122-95 loss to the Pacers, the Kings struggled offensively, shooting just 36.5% from the field. Their three-point shooting was also below average, hitting 31.6% with 12 made threes.</p> <p>De'Aaron Fox led the Kings with 23 points and 7 assists, though he shot 36.8% from the field and made 2 threes at 33.3%. Domantas Sabonis contributed 17 points and 21 rebounds, shooting 36.4%, while Malik Monk added 14 points, hitting 2 threes at 22.2%.</p><p>The Kings held the Pacers to 21 points in the 1st quarter but struggled defensively the rest of the way, giving up 31 points in the 2nd and 35 points in both the 3rd and 4th quarters, leading to a 122-95 loss. Sacramento allowed Indiana to shoot 58% from the field.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, the Pacers hit 17 threes at a 43% clip. The Kings sent Indiana to the line just 8 times, where they made 5 free throws. Sacramento finished with 32 defensive rebounds, allowing 6 offensive boards, while recording 3 steals and 3 blocks.</p>

Detroit Pistons vs Sacramento Kings Betting Pick & Prediction 12/26/24

<p>Looking to win big? The Wildcats and Retrievers face off at 6:00 ET on ESPN+. The Retrievers are hosting the game at Chesapeake Employers Insurance Arena in Baltimore, MD. The odds for this America East conference game currently have UMBC as the -14.5 point favorite with the over/under line sitting at 150.5 points.</p><h3>NEW HAMPSHIRE WILDCATS VS UMBC RETRIEVERS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: New Hampshire Wildcats +14.5</p><p>This game will be played at Chesapeake Employers Insurance Arena at 6:00 ET on Thursday, January 16th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE NEW HAMPSHIRE WILDCATS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 76-70 in favor of the Retrievers.</li><li>Even though we have UMBC winning straight-up, we like New Hampshire at +14.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 150.5 points, and we like the under with a projected 146 points.</li></ul><h3>Will the Wildcats Win in Baltimore?</h3><h3>New Hampshire Wildcats Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>The Wildcats picked up a rare win on Saturday, January 11th, defeating Binghamton 79-72 at home. New Hampshire, now 1-15 on the season, entered the game as +6.5 point underdogs.</p> 

<p>New Hampshire trailed 42-37 at halftime but turned things around in the 2nd half, outscoring Binghamton 42-30. The game’s total points of 151 exceeded the O/U line of 134.5.</p><p>Sami Pissis led the way for New Hampshire with 30 points and 5 assists, hitting 4 of 9 from beyond the arc. Tymu Chenery contributed 18 points, 6 assists, and shot 66.7% from deep, while Gavin Walsh added 17 points and 14 rebounds.</p> <p>As a team, the Wildcats shot 47.3% from the field, with an effective field goal percentage of 54.5%. They connected on 44.4% of their 3-point attempts, going 8 for 18, and grabbed 14 offensive rebounds in the game.</p><p>New Hampshire's defense gave up 72 points in their previous game, with their opponents shooting 47% from the field, including 48% on two-point attempts (18/37). From beyond the arc, the opposing team hit 8 of their 18 three-point shots, good for 44%.</p> <p>At the free-throw line, New Hampshire's opponents went 19/28, shooting 67%. The Wildcats also allowed 14 offensive rebounds in the game.</p><h3>Can the Retrievers Hold Strong at Home?</h3><h3>UMBC Retrievers Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>UMBC improved to 7-8 on the season with an 87-64 road win over NJIT on Thursday. The Retrievers, who were favored by eight points, covered the spread, and the game’s total of 151 points went over the pre-game line of 146.5.</p> 

<p>After trailing 37-30 at halftime, UMBC turned things around in the second half, outscoring NJIT 57-27 to secure the win.</p><p>UMBC's offense was firing on all cylinders in their latest game, putting up 87 points with a field goal percentage of 53.4%. They connected on 59.5% of their two-point attempts and 37.5% from beyond the arc, while hitting 86.4% of their free throws. Their effective field goal percentage stood at 58.6%.</p> <p>Bryce Johnson led the way with 28 points and 5 assists, shooting 64.3% from the field and 66.7% from three. Sebastian Robinson added 22 points and 3 assists, shooting 58.8% overall. Regimantas Ciunys was a key contributor, hitting 80% of his shots and grabbing 8 rebounds in just 18 minutes.</p><p>UMBC gave up 64 points while allowing the opponent to shoot 47% from the field, including 54% on two-point attempts (23/42). They managed to limit the damage from beyond the arc, holding the other team to just 3 made threes on 13 attempts, a 23% shooting performance.</p> <p>From the free-throw line, UMBC's opponent went 9/13, hitting 69% of their shots. The Retrievers also allowed 7 offensive rebounds in this game.</p>

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<p>Looking to win big? The Eagles and Bears face off at 4:00 ET on ESPN+. The Bears are hosting the game at Hill Field House in Baltimore, MD. North Carolina Central is favored by -3.5 in this Mid-Eastern conference showdown. The game's over/under is currently at 154.5 points.</p><h3>NORTH CAROLINA CENTRAL EAGLES VS MORGAN STATE BEARS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Morgan State Bears +3.5</p><p>This game will be played at Hill Field House at 4:00 ET on Tuesday, January 7th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE MORGAN STATE BEARS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 77-70 in favor of the Bears.</li><li>Not only will Morgan State pick up the win, but look for them to cover at +3.5.</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>Does North Carolina Central Stand a Chance on the Road?</h3><p>North Carolina Central's season continued to be a struggle, as they fell to 3-11 after a 63-61 road loss to Coppin State on Saturday. Entering the game as -8.5 favorites, the Eagles not only lost but also failed to cover the spread.</p> <p>Despite leading 30-23 at halftime, NC Central allowed 40 points in the second half while scoring 31. The game’s total points of 124 fell short of the 139.5 O/U line.</p><p>North Carolina Central struggled from beyond the arc in their last game, hitting just 1 of 15 three-point attempts for a 6.7% shooting percentage. Despite their perimeter struggles, they shot 57.9% on two-point attempts, finishing with an overall field goal percentage of 43.4% and an effective field goal percentage of 45.3%.</p> <p>The Eagles scored 61 points, with Po'Boigh King leading the way with 18 points, though he missed all 5 of his three-point attempts. Camaren Sparrow was the lone bright spot from deep, hitting 4 of 5 threes and dishing out 5 assists, while Toby Nnadozie also contributed 5 assists and 11 points.</p><p>North Carolina Central's defense held their opponent to 63 points on 42% shooting from the field. They were particularly effective inside, limiting two-point attempts to 11/29, or 37%.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, their opponent shot 50%, hitting 9 of 18 threes. At the free-throw line, they went 14/21, or 66%. North Carolina Central also gave up 7 offensive rebounds.</p><h3>Can the Bears Grab a Win at Home?</h3><p>Morgan State’s season continued to be a struggle as they fell to 2-11 after an 86-72 loss to South Carolina State on Saturday. The Bears were +5.5 point underdogs at home and didn’t cover the spread. The game’s total points of 158 exceeded the O/U line of 154.5.</p> <p>Trailing 46-37 at halftime, Morgan State couldn’t close the gap in the second half, scoring 35 points while allowing 40.</p><p>In their last game, Morgan State's offense was led by Kameron Hobbs, who scored 22 points, and Drayton Jones, who added 20. Davion Everett contributed 18 points, shooting 75% from the field, while Omar Croskey chipped in 17 points, hitting 2 of 4 from beyond the arc.</p> <p>The Bears shot 53.1% from the field, with an effective field goal percentage of 57.1%. They connected on 41.7% of their three-point attempts, going 5 for 12, and struggled at the free-throw line, hitting just 57.7% of their 26 attempts. Morgan State finished with 14 assists and 6 offensive rebounds in the game.</p><p>Even with Morgan State giving up 86 points, the Bears couldn’t capitalize defensively, allowing their opponent to shoot 53% from the field. The Bears struggled to contain two-point attempts, with their opponent hitting 56% of their shots inside the arc.</p> <p>From three-point range, Morgan State’s defense allowed 5 threes on 12 attempts, a 41% shooting performance. The Bears also sent their opponent to the free-throw line 26 times, where they converted 15 for 57%.</p>

North Carolina Central Eagles vs Morgan State Bears NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 1/7/25

<p>Planning on watching today's Jaguars and Tigers game? Catch the action at H&PE Arena in Houston, TX, as the Tigers hosts this showdown at 6:00 ET on SWAC. The odds for this Southwestern Athletic conference game currently have Texas Southern as the -1.5 point favorite with the over/under line sitting at 142.5 points.</p><h3>SOUTHERN JAGUARS VS TEXAS SOUTHERN TIGERS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Texas Southern Tigers -1.5</p><p>This game will be played at H&PE Arena at 6:00 ET on Saturday, January 4th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE TEXAS SOUTHERN TIGERS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 78-70 in favor of the Tigers.</li><li>Not only will Texas Southern pick up the win, but look for them to cover at -1.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 142.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 148 points.</li></ul><h3>Will Southern Shock Everyone at H&PE Arena?</h3><h3>Southern Jaguars Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Southern fell to 2-8 on the season after a 77-43 road loss to Nebraska on Monday. Entering the game as +22 point underdogs, the Jaguars not only lost but also failed to cover the spread.</p> 

<p>Southern trailed 39-15 at halftime and managed 28 points in the 2nd half while allowing 38. The game’s total points (120) were under the O/U line of 141.5.</p><p>Southern struggled offensively in their last game, scoring just 43 points while shooting 25.4% from the field. Their effective field goal percentage was 26.9%, and they hit only 12.5% of their three-point attempts, going 3-for-24 from deep.</p> <p>Free-throw shooting was also a problem, as they connected on just 37.5% of their attempts. They did manage to grab 17 offensive rebounds and dish out 10 assists. Connor Essegian led the way with 20 points, hitting 6 threes at a 50% clip.</p><p>Southern's defense gave up 77 points in their last game, with their opponents shooting 49% from the field on 26 of 53 attempts. Inside the arc, they allowed 13 of 23 shooting, which is 56%.</p> <p>From three-point range, Southern's opponents hit 13 of 30 shots, good for 43%. They also sent them to the free-throw line 18 times, where they made 12, or 66%. Southern gave up 8 offensive rebounds.</p><h3>Can The Tigers Secure a Home Victory?</h3><h3>Texas Southern Tigers Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Texas Southern fell to 0-10 on the season after a 69-65 loss to Abilene Christian on Saturday. The Tigers, who were +9.5 point underdogs, kept it closer than expected.</p> 

<p>After trailing 42-35 at halftime, Texas Southern tightened up defensively, holding Abilene Christian to 27 points in the second half while scoring 30 themselves. The total points for the game came in under the 143.5 O/U line.</p><p>In their last game, Texas Southern put up 65 points, shooting 41.8% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 47.3%. They connected on 35.7% of their three-point attempts, going 5-for-14 from deep, and hit 73.7% of their free throws, making 14 of 19.</p> <p>Leonardo Bettiol led the way with 22 points and 6 rebounds, shooting 56.2% from the field. Quion Williams added 21 points and 11 rebounds, hitting 53.3% of his shots. Kavion McClain contributed 19 points, knocking down 3 threes at a 42.9% rate.</p><p>Texas Southern's defense gave up 69 points, allowing the opposing team to shoot 42% from the field. They struggled to contain two-point shots, with the other team hitting 55% of their attempts (25/45).</p> <p>However, Texas Southern did well in defending the three-point line, where the other team shot just 14% (3/21). The opposing team also went 10/15 from the free-throw line, and Texas Southern gave up 15 offensive rebounds.</p>

Southern Jaguars vs Texas Southern Tigers NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 1/4/25

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<p>Making on a bet on this NCAA game featuring the Raiders versus the Golden Grizzlies? Tip off is at at 7:00 ET, and you can watch it all unfold on ESPN+. The game will be played at Athletics Center O'rena in Rochester, MI. The over/under line for this matchup is currently at 137.5 points, and Oakland is favored by -1 to win at home against Wright State.</p><h3>WRIGHT STATE RAIDERS VS OAKLAND GOLDEN GRIZZLIES BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Oakland Golden Grizzlies -1</p><p>This game will be played at Athletics Center O'rena at 7:00 ET on Thursday, December 5th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE OAKLAND GOLDEN GRIZZLIES:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 77-69 in favor of the Golden Grizzlies.</li><li>Not only will Oakland pick up the win, but look for them to cover at -1.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 137.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 146 points.</li></ul><h3>Can the Raiders Pull the Upset on the Road?</h3><p>Wright State improved to 3-4 on the season with a 70-57 win over Air Force on Saturday. Playing at home, the Raiders were -8.5 favorites going into the game and managed to cover the spread. The total points for the game ended at 127, falling short of the O/U line of 136.5.</p> <p>Wright State took control early, leading 36-23 at halftime. In the second half, they scored 34 points while allowing 34 points, maintaining their lead to secure the win.</p><p>Wright State's offense was efficient in their last game, shooting 51.9% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 61.5%. They connected on 45% of their three-point attempts, going 9-for-20 from deep.</p> <p>Brandon Noel led the way with 23 points, while Alex Huibregtse added 20 points, hitting 6-of-7 threes. The Raiders finished with 17 assists and just 2 offensive rebounds.</p><p>Wright State's defense gave up 57 points, allowing the opposing team to shoot 51% from the field, with 27 made baskets on 52 attempts. Inside the arc, they connected on 18 of 32 shots, good for 56% shooting.</p> <p>From three-point range, the opposition hit 9 of 20 attempts, shooting 45%. At the free-throw line, they made 7 of 12, shooting 58%. Wright State limited them to just 2 offensive rebounds.</p><h3>Can the Golden Grizzlies Hold Strong at Home?</h3><h3>Oakland Golden Grizzlies Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Oakland picked up their first win of the season with an 85-52 victory over Toledo on Saturday. The Golden Grizzlies, who were +8.5 point underdogs, not only won but covered the spread in convincing fashion.</p> 

<p>After leading 34-23 at halftime, Oakland poured in 51 points in the 2nd half while holding Toledo to 29. The total points for the game were 137, falling short of the 146.5 O/U line.</p><p>Oakland's offense was firing on all cylinders in their last game, putting up 85 points on 54.8% shooting from the field. They were particularly effective from beyond the arc, hitting 50% of their threes (11/22), and their effective field goal percentage was an impressive 64.5%.</p> <p>DQ Cole led the way with 22 points, knocking down 6 of 11 threes, while Buru Naivalurua added 16 points and 13 rebounds, shooting 70% from the field. Allen Mukeba contributed 17 points and 6 rebounds in the win.</p><p>Oakland's defense was strong, holding their opponent to just 52 points on 38% shooting from the field. They allowed 18 two-point baskets on 39 attempts, a 46% shooting rate.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Oakland limited their opponent to 3 three-pointers on 16 attempts, an 18% success rate. They also sent them to the free-throw line 17 times, where they made 7, shooting 41%. Oakland gave up 7 offensive rebounds.</p>

Wright State Raiders vs Oakland Golden Grizzlies NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 12/5/24

<p>Don't miss out on the NCAA showdown between the Aggies and Aztecs. The game is starting at 6:00 ET on FOX, and it's hosted by the Aztecs at Viejas Arena in San Diego, CA. Get ready to place your bets! The over/under line for this matchup is currently at 143.5 points, and San Diego State is favored by -4.5 to win at home against Utah State.</p><h3>UTAH STATE AGGIES VS SAN DIEGO STATE AZTECS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: San Diego State Aztecs -4.5</p><p>This game will be played at Viejas Arena at 6:00 ET on Saturday, December 28th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE SAN DIEGO STATE AZTECS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 78-69 in favor of the Aztecs.</li><li>Not only will San Diego State pick up the win, but look for them to cover at -4.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 143.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 147 points.</li></ul><h3>Will the Aggies Make it Happen in San Diego?</h3><h3>Utah State Aggies Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Utah State improved to 10-1 on the season with a 75-68 road win over Saint Mary's on Sunday. The Aggies entered the game as +5.5 point underdogs but not only pulled off the upset, they also covered the spread.</p> 

<p>Utah State led 39-27 at halftime and added 36 points in the 2nd half, while allowing 41. The game's total points of 143 narrowly missed the O/U line of 143.5.</p><p>Utah State's offense was firing on all cylinders in their last game, shooting 58.8% from the field and posting an effective field goal percentage of 64.7%. They were particularly strong inside, hitting 70.6% of their two-point attempts, while connecting on 35.3% from beyond the arc. At the free-throw line, they were efficient as well, making 9 of 11 attempts for an 81.8% success rate.</p> <p>The Aggies dished out 23 assists, with Augustas Marciulionis leading the way with 8. Mitchell Saxen and Mason Falslev both contributed 18 points, with Falslev shooting 72.7% from the field. Mikey Lewis hit 3 of 5 from deep, while Ian Martinez added 11 points and 6 rebounds, despite struggling from three-point range.</p><p>Utah State's defense gave up 68 points, allowing the opposition to shoot 44% from the field. The Aggies couldn't contain the two-point attempts, with the other team hitting 48% of their shots inside the arc, going 14/29.</p> <p>From three-point range, Utah State allowed 10 threes on 25 attempts, a 40% shooting rate. The Aggies also sent the other team to the line 19 times, where they made 10 free throws, shooting 52%. Utah State gave up 9 offensive rebounds.</p><h3>Does San Diego State Have What it Takes at Home?</h3><p>San Diego State improved to 7-2 on the season with a 71-50 road win over California on Saturday, December 21st. The Aztecs entered the game as -5.5 favorites and covered the spread with the victory. The total points for the game were 121, well under the O/U line of 144.5.</p> <p>San Diego State led 25-16 at halftime and put up 46 points in the 2nd half while allowing 34. Their strong 2nd half performance helped them pull away for the win.</p><p>San Diego State's offense struggled from the field in their last game, shooting just 37.3% overall and 39% on two-point attempts. They connected on 34.6% of their threes, with Nick Boyd hitting 5 of 8 from deep, finishing with 17 points. Boyd's overall shooting was 46.2%, while Jeremiah Wilkinson went 0 for 7 from three and 3 for 11 overall.</p> <p>The Aztecs grabbed 21 offensive rebounds and hit 12 of 15 free throws for 80%. They finished with just 6 assists as a team. Miles Byrd and BJ Davis each added 12 points, with Davis hitting 2 of 4 from three and Byrd going 2 for 6.</p><p>San Diego State's defense was dominant, holding their opponent to just 50 points on 25% shooting from the field. They limited two-point attempts to 9/31 (29%) and three-point shots to 5/24 (20%).</p> <p>Even with 16 offensive rebounds allowed, the Aztecs' defense kept the pressure on. Their opponent did manage to shoot 81% from the free-throw line, going 17/21.</p>

Utah State Aggies vs San Diego State Aztecs NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 12/28/24

<p>The Bobcats and Bengals are set to face off at 9:00 ET on ESPN+. The Bengals will host the game at Reed Gym in Pocatello, ID. The over/under for this game is set at 136.5 points, and Idaho State is favored by -1.5 vs. Montana State in a Big Sky conference matchup.</p><h3>MONTANA STATE BOBCATS VS IDAHO STATE BENGALS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Idaho State Bengals -1.5</p><p>This game will be played at Reed Gym at 9:00 ET on Thursday, January 16th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE IDAHO STATE BENGALS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 77-69 in favor of the Bengals.</li><li>Not only will Idaho State pick up the win, but look for them to cover at -1.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 136.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 146 points.</li></ul><h3>Will Montana State Come Through as Road Underdogs?</h3><p>Montana State improved to 5-11 on the season with a 58-53 win over Northern Arizona on Saturday, January 11th. The Bobcats were -6.5 favorites at home but didn’t cover the spread. The game’s total points (111) fell well short of the O/U line of 148.5.</p> <p>After trailing 25-17 at halftime, Montana State turned things around by scoring 41 points in the 2nd half while holding Northern Arizona to 28 points.</p><p>Montana State struggled offensively in their last game, scoring just 58 points with a field goal percentage of 39% and an effective field goal percentage of 44.1%. They shot 26.1% from beyond the arc, hitting 6 of 23 attempts, and were 50% from the free-throw line, making 6 of 12 shots.</p> <p>Trent McLaughlin led the team with 24 points, but shot just 37.5% from the field and 16.7% from three-point range. Brandon Walker added 17 points, shooting 50% overall, while Carson Towt contributed 12 points and 17 rebounds, also shooting 50% from the field.</p><p>Montana State's defense was strong, holding their opponent to just 53 points on 39% shooting from the field. They allowed 17 two-point baskets on 36 attempts, a 47% shooting rate.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Montana State's defense limited their opponent to 6 made threes on 23 attempts, a 26% success rate. They also sent them to the free-throw line 12 times, where they made 6. Montana State gave up just 3 offensive rebounds.</p><h3>Will the Bengals Live Up to Expectations at Home?</h3><p>Idaho State fell to 3-8 on the season following a 77-69 home loss to Weber State on Saturday. The Bengals, who were -4 favorites going into the game, not only lost but also failed to cover the spread. The total points for the game reached 146, surpassing the O/U line of 137.5.</p> <p>Idaho State was down 36-30 at halftime and couldn’t close the gap in the second half, scoring 39 points while allowing 41.</p><p>Idaho State put up 69 points in their last game, shooting 40% from the field and 22.2% from three-point range, hitting just 6 of 27 attempts. Their effective field goal percentage was 45.5%, but they were more efficient inside, connecting on 57.1% of their two-point shots.</p> <p>The Bengals grabbed 18 offensive rebounds and made 19 of 27 free throws, shooting 70.4% from the line. Dylan Darling led the way with 28 points, while Dyson Koehler hit 6 threes at a 75% clip, finishing with 21 points and 5 rebounds.</p><p>Idaho State's defense gave up 77 points, with their opponents shooting 40% from the field on 22 of 55 attempts. They allowed 16 two-point baskets on 28 attempts, a 57% shooting rate.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Idaho State held their opponents to 6 of 27 shooting, or 22%. They also sent them to the free-throw line 27 times, where they made 19, shooting 70%. Idaho State gave up 18 offensive rebounds.</p>

Montana State Bobcats vs Idaho State Bengals NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 1/16/25

<p>Looking to win big? The Wolverines and Golden Gophers face off at 7:00 ET on FS1. The Golden Gophers are hosting the game at Williams Arena in Minneapolis, MN. Michigan is favored by -9.5 in this Big Ten conference showdown. The game's over/under is currently at 144.5 points.</p><h3>MICHIGAN WOLVERINES VS MINNESOTA GOLDEN GOPHERS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Minnesota Golden Gophers +9.5</p><p>This game will be played at Williams Arena at 7:00 ET on Thursday, January 16th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE MINNESOTA GOLDEN GOPHERS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 76-69 in favor of the Golden Gophers.</li><li>Not only will Minnesota pick up the win, but look for them to cover at +9.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 144.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 145 points.</li></ul><h3>Will Michigan Come Through as Road Favorites?</h3><h3>Michigan Wolverines Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Michigan improved to 13-3 on the season with a 91-75 home win over Washington on Sunday. The Wolverines, who entered the game as 14-point favorites, covered the spread, while the total points of 166 exceeded the O/U line of 154.5.</p> 

<p>Michigan led 48-38 at halftime and continued their strong play in the 2nd half, outscoring Washington 43-37 to secure the win.</p><p>Michigan's offense was firing on all cylinders in their latest game, putting up 91 points with a field goal percentage of 52.7%. Their effective field goal percentage was an impressive 61.8%, thanks in part to their 69.2% shooting inside the arc. From three-point range, they connected on 11 of 29 attempts, shooting 37.9%.</p> <p>Great Osobor led the way with 23 points and 11 rebounds, hitting 2 of 3 from deep. Vladislav Goldin was nearly perfect, shooting 6 of 7 from the field and adding 19 points. Nimari Burnett was a perfect 4 for 4 from three-point range, finishing with 16 points on 6 of 6 shooting overall.</p><p>Despite Michigan's defensive efforts, they gave up 75 points, allowing their opponent to shoot 52% from the field. Inside the arc, the Wolverines struggled, with their opponent hitting 69% of their two-point attempts, going 18/26.</p> <p>From three-point range, Michigan's defense allowed 11 made threes on 29 attempts, a 37% shooting rate. They also sent their opponent to the free-throw line 32 times, where they converted 22 free throws for 68%. Michigan gave up 8 offensive rebounds in the game.</p><h3>Will Minnesota Find a Way to Win at Home?</h3><h3>Minnesota Golden Gophers Recent Game/Games</h3>

<p>The Gophers dropped to 8-9 on the season after a 77-71 loss to Maryland on Monday. Despite being +15 underdogs, Minnesota kept it close on the road, covering the spread.</p> 

<p>After leading 35-32 at halftime, the Gophers allowed 45 points in the 2nd half while scoring 36. The total points of 148 went over the pre-game line of 138.5.</p><p>Derik Queen was the standout performer for Minnesota, scoring 27 points on 10-of-15 shooting and grabbing 7 rebounds. Rodney Rice and Dawson Garcia each contributed 21 points, with Garcia hitting 2-of-3 from beyond the arc.</p> <p>The Golden Gophers shot 41.5% from the field, with an effective field goal percentage of 49.1%. They were 8-of-17 from three-point range (47.1%) and 19-of-23 from the free-throw line (82.6%).</p><p>Despite Minnesota's defensive efforts, they allowed 77 points on 47% shooting from the field. The opposing team found success inside, hitting 55% of their two-point attempts (20/36).</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Minnesota held their opponent to 31% shooting, with 6 made threes on 19 attempts. They also sent the other team to the line 24 times, where they converted 19 free throws (79%).</p>

Michigan Wolverines vs Minnesota Golden Gophers NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 1/16/25

<p>Betting on today's Scarlet Knights and Cornhuskers game? Catch the action at Pinnacle Bank Arena in Lincoln, NE, as the Cornhuskers hosts this showdown at 9:00 ET on FS1. This Big Ten conference matchup has an over/under of 145.5 points, and Nebraska is favored to win by -8.5 at home vs. Rutgers.</p><h3>RUTGERS SCARLET KNIGHTS VS NEBRASKA CORNHUSKERS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Rutgers Scarlet Knights +8.5</p><p>This game will be played at Pinnacle Bank Arena at 9:00 ET on Thursday, January 16th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE RUTGERS SCARLET KNIGHTS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 76-70 in favor of the Cornhuskers.</li><li>Even though we have Nebraska winning straight-up, we like Rutgers at +8.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 145.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 146 points.</li></ul><h3>Will Rutgers Shock Everyone at Pinnacle Bank Arena?</h3><h3>Rutgers Scarlet Knights Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Rutgers improved to 9-8 on the season with a 75-68 win over UCLA on Monday, January 13th. The Scarlet Knights were +4 underdogs heading into the game but not only pulled off the upset at home, they also covered the spread.</p> 

<p>Trailing 33-30 at halftime, Rutgers turned things around in the 2nd half, outscoring UCLA 45-35. The total points for the game ended at 143, going over the pre-game line of 137.5.</p><p>Rutgers put up 75 points in their latest game, shooting 46.2% from the field and 30% from beyond the arc. Their effective field goal percentage was 51.9%, with strong two-point shooting at 56.2% (18/32). The Scarlet Knights also hit 67.7% of their free throws, going 21-for-31 from the line.</p> <p>Ace Bailey led the way with 20 points and 10 rebounds, shooting 53.8% overall. Dylan Harper added 18 points, though he shot just 38.5% from the field. Eric Dailey Jr. and Sebastian Mack each contributed 16 points, with Dailey shooting 53.3% and Mack hitting 50% of his shots. Kobe Johnson was efficient, shooting 62.5% from the field and 50% from three-point range.</p><p>Rutgers gave up 68 points in their last game, with the opposing team shooting 46% from the field. They allowed 56% shooting on two-point attempts, as the other team went 18/32.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Rutgers held the opposing team to 30% shooting, with 6 made threes on 20 attempts. They also sent the other team to the line 31 times, where they hit 21 free throws for 67%. Rutgers allowed 11 offensive rebounds.</p><h3>Can the Cornhuskers Please their Home Crowd?</h3><h3>Nebraska Cornhuskers Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Nebraska’s season record dropped to 12-4 after a tough 104-68 road loss to Purdue on Sunday. Entering the game as +8 point underdogs, the Cornhuskers not only lost but failed to cover the spread. The game’s total points soared past the 140.5 O/U line, finishing at 172.</p> 

<p>Nebraska trailed 45-28 at halftime and couldn’t turn things around in the 2nd half, scoring 40 points but allowing 59. The Cornhuskers will need to regroup after this lopsided loss.</p><p>Nebraska's offense put up 68 points in their last game, shooting 48.1% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 53.7%. They were dominant inside, hitting 74.1% of their two-point attempts, but struggled from beyond the arc, making just 22.2% of their threes (6/27). At the free-throw line, they were nearly perfect, converting 10 of 11 attempts (90.9%).</p> <p>C.J. Cox led the way, scoring 23 points in 22 minutes, shooting 81.8% overall and 71.4% from three (5/7). Fletcher Loyer also hit 5 threes, shooting 83.3% from deep and finishing with 19 points. Trey Kaufman-Renn contributed 15 points and a team-high 7 assists, shooting 77.8% from the field.</p><p>Despite Nebraska's defensive efforts, they allowed 104 points in their last game, with the opposing team shooting 63% from the field. This included a 68% success rate from two-point range, where they hit 22 of 32 shots.</p> <p>The Cornhuskers also struggled to contain the three-point line, giving up 19 threes on 33 attempts, a 57% shooting clip. From the free-throw line, the opposing team went 3/6.</p>

Rutgers Scarlet Knights vs Nebraska Cornhuskers NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 1/16/25

<p>The Sycamores and Aces are set to face off at 2:00 ET on ESPN+. The Aces will host the game at Ford Center in Evansville, IN. In this Missouri Valley matchup, Indiana State is favored bt -2.5 vs. Evansville. The over/under for the game is 151.5 points.</p><h3>INDIANA STATE SYCAMORES VS EVANSVILLE ACES BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Evansville Aces +2.5</p><p>This game will be played at Ford Center at 2:00 ET on Saturday, January 4th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE EVANSVILLE ACES:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 77-69 in favor of the Aces.</li><li>Not only will Evansville pick up the win, but look for them to cover at +2.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 151.5 points, and we like the under with a projected 146 points.</li></ul><h3>Will the Sycamores Live Up to Expectations on the Road?</h3><p>Indiana State fell to 6-6 on the season after a narrow 90-89 loss to Bradley on Wednesday. The Sycamores were +3.5 point underdogs but managed to cover the spread. The game’s total points of 179 exceeded the O/U line of 156.5.</p> <p>Indiana State led 34-30 at halftime but allowed 52 points in the 2nd half while scoring 48 of their own.</p><p>Indiana State put up 89 points in their last game, shooting 41.4% from the field. Their effective field goal percentage was 51.7%, thanks in part to hitting 65% of their two-point attempts (13/20). From beyond the arc, they struggled, connecting on just 28.9% of their threes (11/38).</p> <p>At the free-throw line, the Sycamores were solid, making 30 of 36 attempts for an 83.3% success rate. Zek Montgomery led the way with 26 points and 3 assists, while Duke Deen added 24 points and 7 rebounds. Camp Wagner also contributed 20 points, hitting 5 threes at a 50% clip.</p><p>Despite giving up 90 points, Indiana State's defense held their opponent to 41% shooting from the field, including 28% from three-point range, where they allowed 11 threes on 38 attempts.</p> <p>The Sycamores sent their opponent to the free-throw line 36 times, where they converted 30 free throws for 83%. Indiana State also gave up 8 offensive rebounds.</p><h3>Is a Home Win Possible for the Aces?</h3><p>Evansville improved to 4-9 on the season with a 68-53 road win over Southern Illinois on Wednesday. The Aces were +7.5 underdogs heading into the game but not only pulled off the upset, they covered the spread as well.</p> <p>Evansville jumped out to a 42-31 lead at halftime and held Southern Illinois to just 22 points in the 2nd half while scoring 26 of their own. The total points for the game ended at 121, well under the O/U line of 138.5.</p><p>Evansville put up 68 points in their last game, shooting 48% from the field and 33.3% from beyond the arc. Their effective field goal percentage was 52%, and they hit 78.9% of their free throws, going 15-for-19 at the line.</p> <p>Tayshawn Comer led the way with 26 points, shooting 61.5% overall and 66.7% from three. Cam Haffner added 20 points and 9 rebounds, while Kennard Davis Jr. contributed 19 points and 10 boards.</p><p>Evansville's defense was impressive, holding their opponent to just 53 points on 31% shooting from the field. The Aces limited scoring opportunities, allowing only 19 made field goals out of 61 attempts.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Evansville's defense was particularly effective, as they held their opponent to 6/31 shooting, just 19% from three-point range. They also sent the other team to the free-throw line 13 times, where they made 9 shots for 69%.</p>

Indiana State Sycamores vs Evansville Aces NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 1/4/25

<p>Planning on watching today's Tigers and Owls game? Catch the action at Liacouras Center in Philadelphia, PA, as the Owls hosts this showdown at 7:00 ET on ESPN2. Memphis is favored by -7.5 in this American Athletic conference showdown. The game's over/under is currently at 153.5 points.</p><h3>MEMPHIS TIGERS VS TEMPLE OWLS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Temple Owls +7.5</p><p>This game will be played at Liacouras Center at 7:00 ET on Thursday, January 16th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE TEMPLE OWLS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 76-69 in favor of the Owls.</li><li>Not only will Temple pick up the win, but look for them to cover at +7.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 153.5 points, and we like the under with a projected 145 points.</li></ul><h3>Does Memphis Stand a Chance on the Road?</h3><p>Memphis improved to 13-3 on the season with a 74-70 win over East Carolina on Saturday. Despite being -12.5 favorites, the Tigers didn’t cover the spread, and the total points fell short of the 148.5 O/U line.</p> <p>Memphis led 38-24 at halftime, but their defense allowed 46 points in the 2nd half, making the game closer than expected.</p><p>Memphis put up 74 points in their last game, shooting 41% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 45.9%. They struggled from beyond the arc, hitting just 26.1% of their threes (6/23), but connected on 50% of their two-point attempts (19/38) and 78.3% from the free-throw line (18/23).</p> <p>PJ Haggerty led the way with 25 points, despite shooting 20% from three (1/5). C.J. Walker added 23 points, hitting 66.7% from deep (2/3), while RJ Felton contributed 20 points and 13 rebounds. Memphis also grabbed 13 offensive boards and dished out 17 assists in the win.</p><p>Memphis gave up 70 points in their last game, with the opponent shooting 41% from the field. Inside the arc, the Tigers allowed 19 two-point field goals on 38 attempts, a 50% shooting rate.</p> <p>From three-point range, Memphis held their opponent to 6 made threes on 23 attempts, or 26% shooting. The opponent also went 18/23 from the free-throw line, hitting 78% of their free throws. Memphis allowed 13 offensive rebounds.</p><h3>No Pressure for Temple as Home Dogs</h3><p>Temple improved to 9-6 on the season with a 73-70 win over Rice on Saturday. The Owls were +1 underdogs going into the game but managed to cover the spread with the victory.</p> <p>Temple led 35-31 at halftime and scored 38 points in the 2nd half, while allowing 39. The game’s total points of 143 narrowly went over the pre-game O/U line of 141.5.</p><p>Temple's offense put up 73 points in their last game, shooting 39.3% from the field. Their effective field goal percentage was 44.6%, with a strong 50% from beyond the arc, hitting 6 of 12 threes. They struggled inside, shooting just 36.4% on two-point attempts (16/44), but made 23 of 32 free throws, good for 71.9%.</p> <p>Jamal Mashburn Jr. led the way with 24 points, despite shooting 34.8% overall, though he hit 50% from three (2/4). Andrew Akuchie added 18 points and 11 rebounds, shooting 70% from the field. Temple managed just 4 assists as a team, with Trae Broadnax contributing 5 assists and 7 rebounds, though he shot only 27.8% overall.</p><p>Temple's defense held their opponent to 70 points, with a field goal percentage of 40% on 29 of 72 shooting. Inside the arc, they gave up 23 two-point baskets on 51 attempts, a 45% success rate.</p> <p>From three-point range, Temple's defense limited their opponent to 6 made threes on 21 attempts, a 28% shooting performance. They also sent the other team to the free-throw line 12 times, where they converted 6 attempts, shooting 50%.</p>

Memphis Tigers vs Temple Owls NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 1/16/25

<p>At 8:00 ET, the Bulls (-223) will host the Hornets (+186) in an Eastern Conference matchup. Chicago (10-15) is favored by 5.5 points over Charlotte (7-17).</p>

<p>This game will be played at the United Center in Chicago and can be seen on CHSN. The over/under line for this game is 231 points.</p><h3>CHARLOTTE HORNETS VS CHICAGO BULLS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Chicago Bulls -5.5</p><p>This game will be played at United Center at 8:00 ET on Friday, December 13th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE CHICAGO BULLS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 141-110 in favor of the Bulls.</li><li>Our projections have Zach LaVine finishing with 21 points, 5 rebounds and 4 assists.</li><li>From the field, we have the Bulls finishing with a field goal percentage of 46.1% and knocking down 20 threes.</li></ul><h3>Is a Win at Chicago Possible for the Hornets?</h3><p>The Hornets improved to 7-17 on the season with a 113-109 win over the Pacers on Sunday. Charlotte, who were +11.5 point underdogs, not only pulled off the upset but also covered the spread. The game’s total of 222 points just missed the O/U line of 222.5.</p> <p>Charlotte led 28-24 after the 1st quarter, but the Pacers edged them 38-35 in the 2nd. Both teams scored 20 points in the 3rd, leaving the Hornets with a narrow 83-82 lead heading into the final quarter. Charlotte outscored Indiana 30-27 in the 4th to seal the win.</p><p>Brandon Miller's 26 points and 6 rebounds helped the Hornets to a win over the Pacers, with Miller hitting 4 threes. Vasilije Micic also made 4 threes, shooting 66.7% from deep and finishing with 18 points and 9 assists. Cody Martin added 14 points, shooting 60% from the field.</p> <p>As a team, the Hornets made 14 threes, shooting 48.3% from beyond the arc and 51.3% overall. Miller scored 11 points in the 4th quarter, while Micic added 13 of his points in the 2nd quarter.</p><p>Despite a rough 2nd quarter where they allowed 38 points, the Hornets tightened up their defense in the 3rd, giving up just 20 points to help secure the win. Overall, they allowed 109 points on 51% shooting from the field.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, the Hornets held the Pacers to 12 threes on 33% shooting. They also sent Indiana to the line 15 times, where they hit 13 free throws. Charlotte finished with 11 steals and 3 blocks.</p><h3>Will the Bulls Live Up to Expectations at Home?</h3><p>Chicago's season record dropped to 10-15 after a 108-100 loss to the 76ers on Sunday. The Bulls, who were +3 point underdogs, failed to cover the spread at home. The game’s total of 208 points was well below the O/U line of 236.5.</p> <p>Chicago started strong, going on a 10-0 run to take a 14-4 lead and ended the 1st quarter up 33-23. However, they struggled in the 2nd quarter, getting outscored 39-17. The Bulls tried to rally, winning the 3rd quarter 29-26 and the 4th 21-20, but couldn’t overcome the deficit.</p><p>In the Bulls' 108-100 loss to the 76ers, Zach LaVine led the way with 30 points, including 11 in the 4th quarter. He connected on 6 threes, shooting 42.9% from deep and 47.6% overall. Nikola Vucevic and Coby White each added 13 points, with White hitting 3 threes despite shooting just 29.4% from the field.</p> <p>Chicago made 19 threes as a team, shooting 35.2% from beyond the arc. Their overall field goal percentage was just 40.7%. LaVine scored 10 points in the 1st quarter and added another 11 in the final period.</p><p>The Bulls' defense struggled in the 2nd quarter, giving up 39 points, which proved costly in their 108-100 loss to the 76ers. However, they tightened up in the 4th, allowing just 20 points. Overall, Chicago held Philadelphia to 46% shooting.</p> <p>Chicago did well defending the three, limiting the 76ers to 9 made threes on 25% shooting. The Bulls sent Philadelphia to the line 14 times, with the 76ers converting 13. Defensively, the Bulls recorded 9 steals and 3 blocks.</p>

Charlotte Hornets vs Chicago Bulls Betting Pick & Prediction 12/13/24

<p>There appears to be a chance of rain in Chicago on Sunday, where the Cubs and Diamondbacks will face off at Wrigley Field. The money line odds have the Cubs as the favorite (-129), while the Diamondbacks are at +111. First pitch is set for 2:20 PM ET, and MARQ will be televising this NL matchup.</p>

<p>Arizona will be looking to extend their two-game winning streak with Brandon Pfaadt on the mound, while the Cubs are starting Shota Imanaga. The Diamondbacks are 2nd in the NL West, while the Cubs are 5th in the NL Central. The over/under line is currently 7.5 runs.</p><h3>ARIZONA DIAMONDBACKS VS CHICAGO CUBS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Arizona Diamondbacks Moneyline +111</p><p>This game will be played at Wrigley Field at 2:20 ET on Sunday, July 21st.</p><h3>HOW TO BET THE DIAMONDBACKS VS CUBS:</h3><ul><li>We have the Diamondbacks winning by a score of 5 to 4</li><li>If you're looking for a run line pick, we also like the Diamondbacks to cover</li><li>As for an over/under pick, we have this game finishing with 9 runs and like the over</li></ul><p>Arizona cruised to a 3-0 win over the Cubs in the most recent game of this series. The Diamondbacks had a huge 5th inning, scoring all three of their runs. As for the Cubs, they had just four hits and were shut out.</p>

<p>Zac Gallen started for the Diamondbacks and picked up the win, going five innings and not giving up a run. He finished the game with four strikeouts but issued six walks. Kyle Hendricks got the start for the Cubs and took the loss, giving up three earned runs in five innings of work.</p>

<p>Alek Thomas and Corbin Carroll were the only two Diamondbacks hitters to have more than one hit. Thomas and Thomas both scored a run and drove in a run. As for the Cubs, Miguel Amaya went 2/3.</p><h3>Diamondbacks Records & Stats</h3><p>Arizona is currently seven games behind the Dodgers in the NL West, and they lead the Cubs 2-0 in their series heading into today's game. The Diamondbacks are 51-48 overall, putting them seven games above .500. They have gone 7-3 across their last ten games and have an NL West division record of 19-14.</p>

<p>So far, the Diamondbacks have been pretty even at home and on the road, as they are both one game above .500. Arizona has won four straight games on the road, and they are 20-18 as road underdogs this year. As for how they have fared as the favorite, the Diamondbacks are 26-19.</p><p>Arizona has been a solid bet on the run line this season, going 51-48 overall. They've been especially good on the road, where they are 28-21 on the run line. Their average run margin is +0.2 runs per game, and they've been a good bet as the underdog, going 32-22 on the run line.</p><p>The Diamondbacks are on the road today to face the Cubs. The over/under line for the game is set at 7.5 runs. Arizona's games have averaged 9.7 runs per game this season, and their over/under record is 52-44. When the over/under line has been set at 7.5 runs this season, their over/under record is 6-4. The over/under line for their games has been set at 7.5 runs in 84.8% of their games this season.</p><p>Through 19 starts, Brandon Pfaadt has a record of 4-6 and an ERA of 3.97. He has made 10 quality starts this season and is coming off a game in which he didn't allow a run. In that outing vs. the Braves, he went six innings and gave up just four hits. Looking at his overall numbers, Pfaadt has a WHIP of 1.16 and is averaging 8.26 strikeouts per nine innings. Pfaadt has been much better at home, with an ERA of 3.09 compared to 4.77 on the road. His record away from home is 1-4.</p><p>Arizona comes into the game as one of the league's top offenses, averaging 4.9 runs per game, which is 3rd in the MLB. They have been even better on the road, averaging 5 runs per contest. As a team, they are batting .254, which is the 5th best mark in the league, and have the 5th best on-base percentage in the league. The Diamondbacks have also been one of the league's best home run hitting teams, as they are 15th in the league in home runs.</p>

<p>Ketel Marte has been swinging a hot bat of late, going 12/28 in his last eight games, including two homers. For the season, he is batting .292 with 19 homers and 57 RBIs. Christian Walker is also among the league leaders in homers, as he is 6th in the league with 22 homers and is batting .261.</p><h3>Cubs Records & Stats</h3><p>Chicago is 47-53 overall and trails the Brewers by 10 games in the NL Central. The Cubs are also 5th in the division, a half-game behind the Reds for 4th place. The Cubs have dropped two straight games, and they are 12-21 against other teams in the NL Central.</p>

<p>At home, the Cubs are 25-23 this year and 22-30 on the road. As the favorite, Chicago has gone 22-23 and 25-30 as the underdog. So far, the Cubs have an overall series record of 11-17-3.</p><p>Chicago has been a solid run line bet on the road this season, going 31-21. However, they have been a poor run line bet at home, going 18-30. They have been a better run line bet as the underdog, going 36-19, compared to 13-32 as the favorite.</p><p>Chicago Cubs games have gone over the total in 43 of 96 games this season, including 12 of 22 when the O/U line is set at 7.5. The Cubs' games have averaged 8.4 runs per game this season, and their games have had an average O/U line of 8 runs. The Cubs have gone under the total in two straight games.</p><p>Shota Imanaga gets the start for the Cubs today and will be looking to build off his last outing, where he didn't give up a run. In that July 10th start vs. the Orioles, he went six innings, picking up the win in the outing. Looking back further, Imanaga has finished with a no-decision in three straight starts. He has made 17 appearances this season, and his ERA is 2.97. Imanaga's record for the season is 8-2. Out of his 17 appearances, he has turned in 11 quality starts. Per nine innings, Imanaga is averaging 9.09 strikeouts and just 1.48 walks.</p><p>For the season, the Cubs are averaging just 4.2 runs per game, which is 23rd in the league. This is also the 22nd and 21st ranked home and road scoring offense in the league. As a team, they are batting just .234, which is 16th in the league, and their slugging percentage of .379 is 18th in the league.</p>

<p>Christopher Morel and Ian Happ have been the Cubs' top power threats this season, with Morel's 18 homers leading the team and Happ's 15 homers being the 2nd most on the team. However, Morel is batting just .202 for the season, and Happ is only hitting .239. Nico Hoerner has been swinging a hot bat of late, going 14/40 in his last nine games.</p>

Arizona Diamondbacks vs Chicago Cubs Betting Pick & Prediction 7/21/24

<p>At 8:00 ET, this week 12 college football matchup between the Cincinnati Bearcats and Iowa State Cyclones will be played at Jack Trice Stadium in Ames. Iowa State comes in with a 7-2 record, and they are favored at -8.5 points over Cincinnati, who is 5-4 this season. The over/under line is currently set at 53.5 points. You can catch this game on FOX.</p><h3>CINCINNATI BEARCATS VS IOWA STATE CYCLONES BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Iowa State Cyclones -8.5</p><p>This game will be played at Jack Trice Stadium at 8:00 ET on Saturday, November 16th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE IOWA STATE CYCLONES:</h3><ul><li>We have the Iowa State Cyclones winning this one by a score of 31 to 22</li><li>Not only do we have the Iowa State Cyclones winning straight-up, we have them covering the spread at -8.5</li><li>We see this game finishing below the line of 53.5 points</li></ul><h3>Will The Cincinnati Bearcats Pull Off An Upset As Road Underdogs</h3><p>Cincinnati enters Week 12 with a 5-4 record, ranked 43rd in our power rankings. They have a 77.8% chance of becoming bowl-eligible but only a 0.3% shot at winning the Big 12. The Bearcats are 2-2 on the road and 2-2 at home this season.</p><p></p><p>Against the spread, Cincinnati is 4-3-1, with a +6.3 average scoring margin. They are 2-1-1 ATS on the road and 2-2 at home. As the favorite, they’ve gone 3-2 ATS.</p><p></p><p>Their over/under record is 2-5-1, with an average total of 50.8 points per game. The average over/under line for their games is 54.7 points, and this week’s line is set at 53.5 points.</p><p>Cincinnati’s offense ranks 21st in our offensive power rankings heading into week 12. They are averaging 28.6 points per game, placing them 49th nationally. Brendan Sorsby has thrown for 2,387 yards with a passer rating of 101. He has 16 touchdowns and five interceptions, completing 66.1% of his passes.</p> <p>Cincinnati ranks 27th in completions and 34th in passing yards, averaging 268 yards per game. They convert 44.4% of their third downs. Corey Kiner leads the rushing attack with 783 yards, averaging 5 yards per carry. Xzavier Henderson has 617 receiving yards and four touchdowns on 50 catches.</p><p>Despite allowing 31 points in their recent 31-24 loss to West Virginia, Cincinnati's defense gave up just 249 total yards, including 93 rushing yards on 27 attempts and 156 passing yards. They also forced an interception in the game.</p> 
<p>On the season, Cincinnati’s defense ranks 36th nationally, allowing 22.2 points per game. Opponents have averaged 155.1 rushing yards per game and 231.1 passing yards, with a 62.1% completion rate and a 95.7 passer rating.</p><h3>Are The Iowa State Cyclones Going To Defend Home Field Advantage?</h3><p>Iowa State enters Week 12 with a 7-2 record, ranked 24th in our power rankings. They are guaranteed bowl eligibility and have a 7.6% chance of winning the Big 12. At home, the Cyclones are 3-1, and they’ve been favored in seven of their nine games this season.</p> <p></p><p>Their average scoring margin is +12.3 points, and they’ve gone 5-3 against the spread. On the road, Iowa State is 3-1 ATS, while at home, they are 2-2. As the favorite, their ATS record stands at 4-3.</p> <p></p><p>This week’s over/under line is 53.5 points. Iowa State’s games have averaged 49.9 points, with an average line of 48.3 points. Their over/under record for the season is 5-3.</p><p>Heading into week 12, Iowa State’s offense ranks 37th in scoring, averaging 31.1 points per game, and they are 41st in our offensive power rankings. Their passing game is their strength, with 271.4 yards per game, ranking 30th nationally.</p> <p>Rocco Becht leads the Cyclones with 2,394 passing yards and 16 touchdowns, though he has thrown seven interceptions. He has a passer rating of 97. Jaylin Noel has 892 receiving yards and five touchdowns. Iowa State averages 168.2 rushing yards per game.</p><p>Despite allowing 45 points in their recent 45-36 loss to Kansas, Iowa State's defense ranks 15th nationally, giving up just 18.8 points per game. In that matchup, they surrendered 535 total yards, including 240 rushing yards and three rushing touchdowns, along with 295 passing yards.</p><p></p><p>Opponents have averaged 163.1 passing yards per game against Iowa State, the 15th-lowest mark in the country, completing just 50.3% of their passes, which ranks 6th-lowest nationally. However, the Cyclones have struggled against the run, allowing 177.7 rushing yards per game, ranking 131st in the nation.</p>

Cincinnati Bearcats vs Iowa State Cyclones Betting Pick & Prediction 11/16/24

<p>Betting on today's Lions and Bears game? Catch the action at Farris Center in Conway, AR, as the Bears hosts this showdown at 7:30 ET on ESPN+. North Alabama is favored by -4.5 in this Atlantic Sun conference showdown. The game's over/under is currently at 152.5 points.</p><h3>NORTH ALABAMA LIONS VS CENTRAL ARKANSAS BEARS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Central Arkansas Bears +4.5</p><p>This game will be played at Farris Center at 7:30 ET on Friday, March 1st.</p><h3>WHY BET THE CENTRAL ARKANSAS BEARS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 77-68 in favor of the Bears.</li><li>Not only will Central Arkansas pick up the win, but look for them to cover at +4.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 152.5 points, and we like the under with a projected 145 points.</li></ul><h3>Can the Lions Deliver Being Favored on the Road?</h3><p>North Alabama heads into this game as the 4.5-point favorite on the road. So far this season, they have gone 8-6 when favored, and their record in Atlantic Sun games is 7-8.</p>

<p>Over their last three games, the Lions have gone 0-3 on the road. On the season, they have gone 3-12 on the road, and their average scoring margin in these games is -6.9.</p><p>North Alabama has gone 13-14 against the spread this season. On the road, they are 7-8 vs. the spread, and their last 3 road ATS record is 1-2. As the favorite, the Lions are 6-8 vs. the spread this year and 0-3 ATS in their last 3 games as the favorite.</p><p>This season, the over/under record for North Alabama is 14-12-1. The average scoring total in their games this season is 151.7 points, which is 3.3 points lower than the average over/under line of 148.4. Today's over/under line of 152.5 is higher than the average scoring total in their games this season. In their last three games, the over/under record is 2-1 with an average scoring total of 154 points.</p><p>In contrast to their season average of 76.4 points per game, the North Alabama had a below average performance. They scored 70 points against Bellarmine and had a field goal percentage of 35%. One area that the North Alabama offense has been good this season is getting to the line. Currently, they are 161st in free-throw attempts per contest. Overall, they have a field goal percentage of 44%.</p><p>Coming into the game, North Alabama will be looking to improve their defense, as they are currently giving up 76.0 points per game (268th). North Alabama's three-point defense is currently 108th in the country at 6.7 made threes per game. In terms of overall field goal percentage, opponets have hit 42.0% of their shots vs. North Alabama.</p><h3>Will the Bears Defense Show Up at Home?</h3><p>Central Arkansas will be looking to snap a four-game losing streak when they take on North Alabama. The Bears are 9-22 overall, including a 5-10 mark in Atlantic Sun play. At home, Central Arkansas is just 3-9 this season.</p>

<p>Over the last 10 games, the Bears have gone 4-6 at home. In their most recent game, Central Arkansas lost to Eastern Kentucky by a score of 95-82. This season, the Bears have been the underdog in 28 of their 31 games, going 7-21 in those contests.</p><p>Against the spread, Central Arkansas has a record of 15-13-1 this season. At home, their ATS mark is just 4-7-1. Over their last 3 home games, the Bears are 0-3 vs. the spread and they have gone 1-4 ATS over their last 5 home contests. As the underdog this year, Central Arkansas is 15-12-1 vs. the spread.</p><p>Central Arkansas' over/under record for the season sits at 13-15-1, and the average scoring total in their games is 150.2 points. Today's over/under line of 152.5 is higher than the average OU line in their games (151.5). So far, 15 of their games have finished with more points than today's OU line. Over their last three games, the average scoring total is 153 points, and their OU record during this span is 1-2.</p><p>Coming off a good offensive performance, Central Arkansas' offense scored 82 points against Eastern Kentucky. Their field goal percentage for the game was 43.1%, and they went 15/16 from the free-throw line. The team's top scorer is Tucker Anderson, who comes into today's matchup with an average of 14.3, while Elias Cato also maintains a PPG average of 11.5 leading up to the game.</p><p>The Bears' defense is presently ranked 293rd nationally, allowing an average of 78.1 points per contest. So far, the Central Arkansas defense is giving up an average of 8.5 offensive rebounds per game and are turning teams over 12.3 times per game (635th).</p>

North Alabama Lions vs Central Arkansas Bears Betting Pick & Prediction 3/1/24

<p>Don't miss out on the NCAA showdown between the Screaming Eagles and Trojans. The game is starting at 4:00 ET on ESPN+, and it's hosted by the Trojans at Jack Stephens Center in Little Rock, AR. Get ready to place your bets! The odds for this Ohio Valley conference game currently have Little Rock as the -5.5 point favorite with the over/under line sitting at 133.5 points.</p><h3>SOUTHERN INDIANA SCREAMING EAGLES VS LITTLE ROCK TROJANS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Little Rock Trojans -5.5</p><p>This game will be played at Jack Stephens Center at 4:00 ET on Sunday, January 12th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE LITTLE ROCK TROJANS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 90-61 in favor of the Trojans.</li><li>Not only will Little Rock pick up the win, but look for them to cover at -5.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 133.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 151 points.</li></ul><h3>Will Southern Indiana Shock Everyone at Jack Stephens Center?</h3><h3>Southern Indiana Screaming Eagles Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Southern Indiana fell to 4-10 on the season after a 77-66 road loss to Southeast Missouri State on Thursday. Entering the game as +7.5 underdogs, the Screaming Eagles not only lost but also failed to cover the spread.</p> 

<p>Trailing 37-31 at halftime, Southern Indiana allowed 40 points in the 2nd half while scoring 35. The total points for the game reached 143, slightly exceeding the over/under line of 141.5.</p><p>Southern Indiana struggled from beyond the arc in their last game, shooting just 21.4% (3/14) from three-point range. Their overall field goal percentage was 43.4% (23/53), with an effective field goal percentage of 45.3%. They connected on 51.3% of their two-point attempts (20/39) and hit 70.8% of their free throws (17/24).</p> <p>The Screaming Eagles managed just 7 assists and 6 offensive rebounds in the game. Rob Martin and Sam Kodi each scored 15 points, with Martin adding 6 assists. BJ Ward contributed 14 points and 8 rebounds, while Stephen Olowoniyi grabbed 10 boards to go along with his 12 points.</p><p>Southern Indiana's defense gave up 77 points in their latest game, with opponents shooting 40% from the field on 22 of 55 attempts. Inside the arc, they allowed 14 of 33 shooting for 42%.</p> <p>From three-point range, Southern Indiana's opponents hit 8 of 22 shots, good for 36%. The Screaming Eagles also sent the other team to the line 32 times, where they converted 25 free throws for 78%. Southern Indiana allowed 9 offensive rebounds.</p><h3>Will the Trojans Live Up to Expectations at Home?</h3><h3>Little Rock Trojans Recent Game/Games</h3> 
<p>Little Rock dropped to 7-8 on the season after a 59-53 home loss to Morehead State on Thursday, January 9th. The Trojans were -4 favorites going into the game but failed to cover the spread.</p> 
<p>Little Rock trailed 26-20 at halftime and couldn’t make up ground in the 2nd half, as both teams scored 33 points after the break. The game’s total points of 112 fell well short of the 135 O/U line.</p><p>Little Rock's offense struggled in their last game, putting up just 53 points on 36.5% shooting from the field. Their effective field goal percentage was 38.1%, and they hit only 2 of 12 from beyond the arc, shooting 16.7% from three-point range.</p> <p>Jerone Morton led the way with 17 points, while Isaiah Lewis and Anouar Mellouk each added 14, with Mellouk shooting 70% from the field. The Trojans finished with just 5 assists as a team, and Mwani Wilkinson grabbed 9 rebounds despite shooting 27.8%.</p><p>The Little Rock Trojans put on a strong defensive performance, holding their opponent to just 59 points on 36% shooting from the field. They were particularly effective at defending the three-point line, where they allowed only 2 made threes on 12 attempts, a 16% shooting rate.</p> <p>Inside the arc, the Trojans gave up 21 two-point baskets on 51 attempts, a 41% shooting percentage. They also sent their opponent to the free-throw line just 5 times, where they were a perfect 5/5. Little Rock allowed 13 offensive rebounds in the game.</p>

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