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<p>Don't miss out on the NCAA showdown between the Trailblazers and Golden Panthers. The game is starting at 12:00 ET on ESPN+, and it's hosted by the Golden Panthers at Ocean Bank Convocation Center in Miami, FL. Get ready to place your bets! The over/under line for this matchup is currently at 147.5 points, and FIU is favored by -5.5 at home against Utah Tech.</p><h3>UTAH TECH TRAILBLAZERS VS FIU GOLDEN PANTHERS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: FIU Golden Panthers -5.5</p><p>This game will be played at Ocean Bank Convocation Center at 12:00 ET on Monday, December 30th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE FIU GOLDEN PANTHERS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 86-63 in favor of the Golden Panthers.</li><li>Not only will FIU pick up the win, but look for them to cover at -5.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 147.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 149 points.</li></ul><h3>No Pressure for Utah Tech as Away Dogs</h3><p>Utah Tech picked up a 92-87 home win over South Dakota on Thursday, improving to 2-10 for the season. The Trailblazers entered the game as +2.5 point underdogs and covered the spread with the win.</p> <p>Trailing 42-39 at halftime, Utah Tech turned things around in the 2nd half, scoring 53 points while allowing 45. The game’s total points reached 179, going over the pre-game O/U line of 163.5.</p><p>Utah Tech put up 92 points in their last game, shooting 49.2% from the field and 44.8% from three-point range. Their effective field goal percentage was 58.5%, and they added 13 offensive rebounds and 21 assists.</p> <p>Kaleb Stewart led the way with 26 points, shooting 68.8% overall and 60% from deep. Noa Gonsalves hit 6 threes at 54.5%, finishing with 22 points, while Beon Riley contributed 21 points and 14 rebounds.</p><p>Utah Tech's defense struggled in their last game, giving up 87 points on 49% shooting from the field. They allowed their opponent to hit 52% of their two-point attempts, with 19 makes on 36 tries.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Utah Tech's opponent connected on 13 of 29 three-point attempts, shooting 44%. They also sent their opponent to the line 23 times, where they made 15 free throws, shooting 65%. Utah Tech gave up 13 offensive rebounds.</p><h3>Can FIU Grab a Win at Home?</h3><p>FIU improved to 3-7 on the season with a 75-69 road win over the Jaguars on Saturday. Despite being favored by 7.5 points, the Golden Panthers didn’t cover the spread. The total points for the game were 144, just over the 143.5 O/U line.</p> <p>FIU’s defense stepped up in the second half, allowing just 26 points after giving up 43 in the first half. The Golden Panthers scored 47 points after halftime to complete the comeback.</p><p>FIU's offense put up 75 points in their last game, shooting 43.4% from the field. Their effective field goal percentage was 50.9%, thanks in large part to hitting 53.3% from three-point range, connecting on 8 of 15 attempts. They also shot 77.8% from the free-throw line, making 21 of 27 shots.</p> <p>Jarvis Walker led the way with 24 points, hitting 5 of 9 threes and adding 6 assists. Dashon Gittens, Paul Zilinskas, and Asim Jones each contributed 15 points, with Gittens shooting 75% from deep. FIU grabbed 10 offensive rebounds and finished with 13 assists as a team.</p><p>Despite FIU's defensive efforts, they allowed 69 points in their last game, with the opposing team shooting 39% from the field. FIU held them to 38% shooting on two-point attempts, as they made just 10 of 26 shots.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, the opposing team hit 13 of 32 threes, shooting 40%. FIU sent them to the line 15 times, where they converted 10 free throws, shooting 66%. FIU also gave up 15 offensive rebounds.</p>

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<p>Planning on watching today's Wolfpack and Jayhawks game? Catch the action at Allen Fieldhouse in Lawrence, KS, as the Jayhawks hosts this showdown at 3:15 ET on ESPN. The over/under for this game is set at 145.5 points, and Kansas is favored by -14 against North Carolina State in a non-conference matchup.</p><h3>NORTH CAROLINA STATE WOLFPACK VS KANSAS JAYHAWKS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: North Carolina State Wolfpack +14</p><p>This game will be played at Allen Fieldhouse at 3:15 ET on Saturday, December 14th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE NORTH CAROLINA STATE WOLFPACK:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 75-71 in favor of the Jayhawks.</li><li>Even though we have Kansas winning straight-up, we like North Carolina State at +14.</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>Is A Road Victory Likely for Underdog North Carolina State?</h3><p>North Carolina State improved to 7-3 on the season with a 66-56 win over Coppin State on Tuesday. The Wolfpack were heavy favorites at -32.5 but didn’t cover the spread. The game’s total points of 122 fell short of the 136.5 O/U line.</p> <p>NC State led 35-28 at halftime and maintained control in the second half, outscoring Coppin State 31-28.</p><p>NC State struggled offensively in their last game, shooting just 36.7% from the field and 33.3% from beyond the arc. Their effective field goal percentage was 41.7%, and they managed only 8 assists as a team.</p> <p>Dontrez Styles hit 3 of 5 threes, finishing with 15 points and 7 rebounds. Marcus Hill led the Wolfpack with 16 points, while Peter Oduro was efficient, shooting 71.4% and adding 11 points.</p><p>North Carolina State's defense was strong, holding their opponent to just 56 points on 36% shooting from the field. They limited two-point opportunities, with the other team making only 16 of 42 attempts for 38%.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, NC State's defense allowed 6 threes on 18 attempts, a 33% shooting rate. They also sent the opponent to the free-throw line 24 times, where they converted 16 for 66%. NC State gave up 16 offensive rebounds.</p><h3>Is A Home Victory Likely for the Favored Jayhawks?</h3><p>Kansas fell to 7-2 on the season after a 76-67 loss to Missouri on Sunday. The Jayhawks, who were -6.5 favorites, not only lost the game but also failed to cover the spread. The total points for the game were 143, which was under the O/U line of 153.5.</p> <p>Kansas found themselves in a 39-25 hole at halftime but showed some fight in the second half, outscoring Missouri 42-37. However, the early deficit proved too much to overcome.</p><p>Kansas struggled offensively in their last game, shooting just 39.7% from the field and 34.8% from beyond the arc. Their effective field goal percentage was 46%, but they did hit 81.8% of their free throws, going 9-for-11 from the line.</p> <p>Tamar Bates led the way with 29 points, shooting 60% overall. Hunter Dickinson added 19 points and 14 rebounds, hitting 53.3% of his shots and 50% from three-point range. The Jayhawks also grabbed 16 offensive rebounds and dished out 13 assists.</p><p>Kansas gave up 76 points in their last game, with the opposing team shooting 44% from the field. They hit 19 of their 39 two-point attempts, good for 48%.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, the opponent went 4/13, shooting 30%. Kansas also sent them to the line 31 times, where they converted 26 free throws, shooting 83%. Kansas allowed 6 offensive rebounds.</p>

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The National Hockey League (NHL) is one of the four biggest professional sports in the United States, and it’s usually fourth in terms of popularity. That doesn’t mean that this sport doesn’t have a massive following though, and it’s a sport that leads to some great betting options.

The NHL was founded all the way back in 1917, and the league has seen plenty of growth since that first year. There were only six teams when the league first began playing, but that number has now grown all the way up to 32.

25 of the teams are from the United States while there are also seven teams from Canada. The NHL season typically runs from October through April, with the NHL Stanley Cup Finals taking place during the month of June.

NHL teams play 82 regular season games, and that leads to plenty of NHL betting opportunities. Here is a look at some of the best NHL sportsbooks as well as how to bet on NHL.
<h2 id="h-where-to-bet-on-the-nhl" class="wp-block-heading">WHERE TO BET ON THE NHL</h2>
Knowing where to bet on the NHL is going to be extremely important if you are planning on betting on this league. With that in mind, here are six of the best NHL sportsbooks that you can find.

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<p>Making on a bet on this NCAA game featuring the Privateers versus the Commodores? Tip off is at at 8:00 ET, and you can watch it all unfold on SEC. The game will be played at Memorial Gymnasium (TN) in Nashville, TN. The odds for this non-conference game currently have Vanderbilt as the -31.5 favorite, with the over/under line sitting at 157.5 points.</p><h3>NEW ORLEANS PRIVATEERS VS VANDERBILT COMMODORES BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: New Orleans Privateers +31.5</p><p>This game will be played at Memorial Gymnasium (TN) at 8:00 ET on Monday, December 30th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE NEW ORLEANS PRIVATEERS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 77-70 in favor of the Commodores.</li><li>Even though we have Vanderbilt winning straight-up, we like New Orleans at +31.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 157.5 points, and we like the under with a projected 147 points.</li></ul><h3>Will the Privateers Find a Way to Win on the Road?</h3><h3>New Orleans Privateers Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>The Privateers fell to 2-10 on the season after an 86-61 road loss to McNeese State on Saturday. New Orleans entered the game as +24 underdogs and failed to cover the spread.</p> 

<p>New Orleans trailed 46-23 at halftime but showed some fight in the second half, scoring 38 points while allowing 40. The game’s total points of 147 went over the O/U line of 144.5.</p><p>In their last game, the Privateers managed just 61 points, shooting 41.4% from the field. Their effective field goal percentage was 46.6%, and they struggled from beyond the arc, hitting only 25% of their threes (6/24). At the free-throw line, they connected on just 7 of 15 attempts, a 46.7% mark.</p> <p>DJ Richards Jr. led the way with 21 points, shooting 46.7% overall. James White added 20 points and 10 rebounds, though he shot just 42.1% from the field and 25% from three. Quadir Copeland contributed 11 points and dished out 10 assists.</p><p>New Orleans struggled defensively, giving up 86 points on 48% shooting from the field. They allowed their opponent to hit 21 of 35 two-point attempts, a 60% success rate.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, New Orleans gave up 11 threes on 31 attempts, a 35% clip. They also sent their opponent to the line 13 times, where they converted 11 free throws for 84%.</p><h3>Can the Vanderbilt Offense Score Enough at Home?</h3><p>Vanderbilt improved to 11-1 on the season with an 85-55 win over Austin Peay on Saturday. The Commodores were heavy favorites at -25.5 and covered the spread, while the game’s total points of 140 fell just under the O/U line of 142.5.</p> <p>Vanderbilt dominated early, leading 47-20 at halftime, but the second half was more balanced, with the Commodores outscoring Austin Peay 38-35.</p><p>Vanderbilt's offense was firing on all cylinders in their last game, putting up 85 points while shooting 60.4% from the field. Their effective field goal percentage was an impressive 68.8%, thanks in part to their 70% shooting on two-pointers (21/30) and 44.4% from beyond the arc (8/18).</p> <p>The Commodores also connected on 19 of 27 free throws, hitting 70.4% from the line. They dished out 18 assists, with LJ Thomas leading the way with 20 points, despite shooting just 35.3% overall and missing all 4 of his three-point attempts.</p><p>Despite Vanderbilt's defensive struggles, allowing 55 points on 60% shooting, they managed to limit their opponent's scoring. The Commodores gave up 21/30 from two-point range, a 70% conversion rate.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Vanderbilt's defense allowed 8/18 threes, with their opponent shooting 44%. They also sent the other team to the line 27 times, where they hit 19 free throws at a 70% clip.</p>

<p>Planning on watching today's Broncos and Spartans game? Catch the action at Breslin Center in East Lansing, MI, as the Spartans hosts this showdown at 3:00 ET on BTN. The over/under for this game is set at 146.5 points, and Michigan State is favored by -27.5 against Western Michigan in a non-conference matchup.</p><h3>WESTERN MICHIGAN BRONCOS VS MICHIGAN STATE SPARTANS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Western Michigan Broncos +27.5</p><p>This game will be played at Breslin Center at 3:00 ET on Monday, December 30th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE WESTERN MICHIGAN BRONCOS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 78-69 in favor of the Spartans.</li><li>Even though we have Michigan State winning straight-up, we like Western Michigan at +27.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 146.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 147 points.</li></ul><h3>Will Western Michigan Shock Everyone at Breslin Center?</h3><h3>Western Michigan Broncos Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Western Michigan fell to 2-8 on the season after a 76-73 home loss to Valparaiso on Friday, December 20th. The Broncos, who were -1.5 favorites, not only lost but also failed to cover the spread. The total points in the game were 149, just under the O/U line of 153.5.</p> 

<p>Western Michigan led 42-26 at halftime but allowed 50 points in the 2nd half while scoring only 31. This collapse in the 2nd half was a major factor in their loss.</p><p>Western Michigan put up 73 points in their last game, shooting 45.6% from the field. Their effective field goal percentage was 48.5%, with a strong 54% shooting from two-point range. However, they struggled from beyond the arc, hitting just 4 of 18 attempts for a 22.2% three-point shooting percentage.</p> <p>Cooper Schwieger led the way with 19 points, shooting 77.8% overall. Chansey Willis Jr. contributed 16 points and 7 assists, while Owen Lobsinger added 14 points, hitting both of his three-point attempts. The Broncos also grabbed 15 offensive rebounds and dished out 18 assists as a team.</p><p>Western Michigan's defense gave up 76 points in their last game, with the opposing team shooting 45% from the field. They allowed 54% shooting on two-point attempts, as the other team went 27/50 inside the arc.</p> <p>From three-point range, Western Michigan held their opponent to 22% shooting, with just 4 made threes on 18 attempts. The other team also struggled from the free-throw line, hitting only 7 of 14 attempts.</p><h3>Can Michigan State Grab a Win at Home?</h3><p>Michigan State improved to 10-2 on the season with an 86-69 win over Florida Atlantic on Saturday. The Spartans, who were -13.5 favorites, covered the spread in the victory.</p> <p>After leading 42-29 at halftime, Michigan State scored 44 points in the 2nd half while allowing 40. The game’s total points of 155 fell just under the O/U line of 156.5.</p><p>Michigan State put up 86 points in their last game, shooting 44.9% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 50.7%. They hit 38.1% from beyond the arc, connecting on 8 of 21 attempts, and were solid at the free-throw line, making 16 of 20 for 80%.</p> <p>Tre Carroll led the way with 24 points and 8 rebounds, shooting 66.7% from the field and 2 of 3 from deep. Coen Carr added 17 points and 8 boards, hitting 7 of 9 shots, including his only three-point attempt. Jeremy Fears Jr. dished out 8 assists to go with 13 points.</p><p>Michigan State's defense gave up 69 points in their last game, with the opposing team shooting 44% from the field. Inside the arc, they allowed 23 two-point baskets on 48 attempts, a 47% shooting rate.</p> <p>From three-point range, the Spartans' defense saw the other team hit 8 of 21 shots, a 38% success rate. They also sent them to the free-throw line 20 times, where they converted 16 attempts, shooting 80%. Michigan State gave up 14 offensive rebounds in the game.</p>

<p>From Fenway Park in Boston, we have an interleague matchup between the Diamondbacks and Red Sox. The forecast for Friday calls for clear skies and temperatures in the low 80s. Arizona is 72-56, and they have won three straight. Boston is 67-59 and they are favored on the money line (-132). The Diamondbacks are +113, and the over/under line is at 9.5 runs.</p>

<p>MLBN will be televising Friday's Diamondbacks vs. Red Sox game, and the first pitch from Fenway is set for 7:10 PM ET. Brayan Bello is starting for the Red Sox, while the Diamondbacks are going with Ryne Nelson. Nelson is starting, and the Diamondbacks are going with Ryne Nelson. </p><h3>BOSTON RED SOX VS ARIZONA DIAMONDBACKS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Boston Red Sox Moneyline -132</p><p>This game will be played at Fenway Park at 7:10 ET on Friday, August 23rd.</p><h3>HOW TO BET THE DIAMONDBACKS VS RED SOX:</h3><ul><li>We have the Red Sox winning by a score of 6 to 5</li><li>However, if you're looking for a run line pick, we like the Diamondbacks to cover</li><li>As for an over/under pick, we have this game finishing with 11 runs and like the over</li></ul><h3>Diamondbacks Records & Stats</h3><p>The Diamondbacks's offense was hot right out of the gates in their most recent game vs. the Marlins, closing out their series with a 10-8 win. After allowing two runs to the Marlins in the top of the first, the Diamondbacks responded with a run of their own and added another two runs in the 3rd.</p>

<p>Arizona really broke things open with a four-run 7th inning, and the Marlins could only score one run in the top of the 9th to make things close. Geraldo Perdomo went 2/5 with a homer and three RBIs, and Jake McCarthy was only 1/5, but his one hit was a home run.</p><p>Arizona is on the road today, taking on the Red Sox with an overall record of 72-56. They come into today's game having won three straight games, and they are 4-0 in their last four games vs. the Marlins. In the NL West, they are four games behind the Dodgers.</p>

<p>At home, the Diamondbacks are 37-26 this year, and they have gone 35-30 on the road. As the underdog, the Diamondbacks are 31-32 this year, and they have won four straight as the underdog overall. Arizona has an overall series record of 23-14-4 this year.</p><p>Arizona has been a strong run line bet on the road this season, going 37-28 on the run line away from home. The Diamondbacks have covered the run line in three straight road games and have been particularly profitable as an underdog, going 39-24 on the run line in those games. Their overall run line record is 66-62, with an average run margin of +0.6 runs per game.</p><p>Arizona is on the road against Boston today, with the O/U line set at 9.5 runs. The Diamondbacks have played 114 games this season, and their combined run average is 10.0 runs per game. Their O/U record for the season is 70-51, and their average O/U line is 9 runs. When the line is set at 9.5 runs, their O/U record is 3-7. So far this season, only 5.5% of their games have had O/U lines set at 9.5 runs or higher.</p><p>Ryne Nelson is looking to build off his last outing, where he didn't give up an earned run and picked up the win. In that July 30th start vs. the Nationals, he went seven innings and didn't give up a run. Overall, he has made 21 starts and has a record of 8-6 with an ERA of 4.36. Nelson has made nine quality starts this year and is averaging 7.33 strikeouts per nine innings. For the season, he has given up 12 homers and is allowing opponents to bat .271.</p>
<p>Arizona's offense has been the best in the league this season, averaging 5.3 runs per game. They have been even better at home, putting up 5.5 runs per contest. The Diamondbacks have been a good power-hitting team, ranking 7th in home runs, and are also near the top of the league in batting average, on-base percentage, and slugging.</p>

<p>Over his last three games, Adrian Del Castillo has gone 5/12 with two homers and nine RBIs. He is also on a three-game hitting streak. For the season, Ketel Marte is batting .298 and leads the team with 81 RBIs. He also has 30 homers, which is 7th in the league. Christian Walker is 2nd on the team with 23 homers and has driven in 71 runs.</p><h3>Red Sox Records & Stats</h3><p>Heading into their last game vs. the Astros, the Red Sox closed out the series with a 4-1 win. Leading up to the game, they were the +117 underdog on the money line. It was a big first inning for the Red Sox, as they got on the board with a run and added another run in the 2nd inning.</p>

<p>Cooper Criswell got the start for the Red Sox, going 4 2/3 innings, and picked up the win. He only gave up one run on four hits and issued just one walk. David Hamilton had only one hit, but it was a home run, and Ceddanne Rafaela had a good day at the plate, going 2/4 with two doubles and a run scored.</p><p>Boston will open their series vs. the Diamondbacks seven games behind the Yankees in the AL East. Overall, the Red Sox are 67-59 and are 3rd in the division. They have gone 16-15 in divisional games this year and have an overall record of 21-14-6 in series this year.</p>

<p>The Red Sox have won two straight games, taking the final two games of their series vs. the Astros. So far this year, the Red Sox are 29-32 at home compared to 38-27 on the road. As the favorite, Boston is 34-25 and 33-34 as the underdog.</p><p>The Red Sox have been a tough team to bet on this season, as their run line record is just 60-66. However, they have been a better bet on the road, where their run line record is 38-27. They have an average run margin of +0.2 runs per game, but that number is slightly better on the road, where it is +0.9 runs per game.</p><p>The Boston Red Sox are at home today against the Arizona Diamondbacks, and the over/under line for the game is set at 9.5 runs. The Red Sox have been involved in games with an average of 9.7 runs per game this season, and their over/under record is 66-53. When the over/under line is set at 9.5 runs, their record is 9-10. This season, only 11.9% of their games have had over/under lines set at 9.5 runs or higher.</p><p>Right-hander Brayan Bello is getting the start for the Red Sox today as he faces the Diamondbacks at home. Bello has made 23 starts this season and has a record of 11-5 with a 4.80 ERA. Looking at his overall numbers, Bello has a WHIP of 1.41 and has issued 3.42 walks per nine innings compared to 8.73 strikeouts. Bello has turned in nine quality starts this year and is coming off an outing in which he allowed just one earned run in six innings of work. In that outing, he gave up just two hits and three walks. Bello has not allowed more than one homer in any of his last four outings.</p>
<p>One of the best offenses in the MLB this season, the Red Sox are averaging 5 runs per game and have been even better on the road, averaging 5.2 runs per contest. As a team, they are batting .261, which is 2nd in the league, and are also near the top of the league in slugging percentage and OPS. Boston has been very good at making contact this season, as they have the fewest strikeouts in the league.</p>

<p>Rafael Devers and Tyler O'Neill have been two of the league's top power hitters this season, with Devers leading the Red Sox with 27 homers and O'Neill right behind him at 22. Devers is also 15th in the league with 77 RBIs. Jarren Duran has been red hot of late, going 11/34 in his last eight games, including three homers. He comes into the game on a three-game hitting streak.</p>

Arizona Diamondbacks vs Boston Red Sox Betting Pick & Prediction 8/23/24

<p>ESPN is covering this week seven California Golden Bears vs. Pittsburgh Panthers matchup, set to kick off at 3:30 ET from Acrisure Stadium in Pittsburgh. The Panthers are the -3 point favorites at home, with the over/under line sitting at 59.5 points. The Panthers enter the game with a perfect 5-0 record, while the Golden Bears are 3-2 on the season.</p><h3>CALIFORNIA GOLDEN BEARS VS PITTSBURGH PANTHERS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: California Golden Bears +3</p><p>This game will be played at Acrisure Stadium at 3:30 ET on Saturday, October 12th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE CALIFORNIA GOLDEN BEARS:</h3><ul><li>We have the California Golden Bears winning this one by a score of 27 to 25</li><li>Not only do we have the California Golden Bears winning straight-up, we have them covering the spread at +3</li><li>We see this game finishing below the line of 59.5 points</li></ul><h3>Will The California Golden Bears Pick Up A Win On The Road?</h3><p>California enters Week 7 against Pittsburgh with a 3-2 record, ranked 45th in our power rankings. They have a 91.3% chance of being bowl-eligible but only a 0.1% chance of winning the Atlantic Coast. The Golden Bears are 1-1 at home and 1-1 on the road this season.</p> <p></p><p>Cal has gone 3-1 against the spread, with an average scoring margin of +8 points per game. They are 2-0 ATS at home and have been favored in just one game this season.</p> <p></p><p>This week’s over/under line is 59.5 points, higher than any of Cal’s previous games. Their over/under record is 1-3, with an average line of 49.9 points and an average total of 44 points per game.</p><p>California’s offense has been centered around their passing game, ranking 46th in passing attempts per game. They are 63rd in points per game, averaging 26, and we have them 74th in our offensive power rankings heading into week 7. Their third-down conversion rate is just 36.1%, which ranks 85th nationally. They are also averaging 132.2 rushing yards per game.</p><p></p><p>Fernando Mendoza leads the Golden Bears with 1,177 passing yards and a passer rating of 97. He has completed 64.8% of his passes, throwing seven touchdowns and three interceptions. Nyziah Hunter has 185 receiving yards and four touchdowns. Jaivian Thomas leads the rushing attack with 287 yards and is averaging 6 yards per carry.</p><p>California's defense, ranked 20th nationally, has allowed an average of 18 points per game this season. In their recent 39-38 loss to Miami, they gave up 39 points and 576 total yards, including 437 passing yards.</p> <p>Opponents have averaged 233.2 passing yards per game against California, completing 54.8% of their throws. On the ground, the Golden Bears have allowed 117.2 rushing yards per game, ranking 43rd nationally.</p><h3>Will The Pittsburgh Panthers Win At Home Over The California Golden Bears?</h3><p>At 5-0, Pittsburgh is set to host California in Week 7. They are ranked 32nd in our power rankings and have a 99.3% chance of being bowl-eligible. However, their odds of winning the Atlantic Coast stand at 2.8%, while they have a 17.0% chance of making the playoff.</p> <p></p><p>Pittsburgh has a +20.4 average scoring margin this season and is 4-0 against the spread. They’ve been favored in two games and have gone 2-0 as the favorite, covering the spread in both matchups.</p> <p></p><p>Their over/under record is 2-2, with an average line of 60.6 points. This week’s line is set at 59.5 points, and their games have averaged 70.8 points per contest.</p><p>Pittsburgh’s offense is averaging 45.6 points per game, ranking 5th in the nation heading into week 7. They are also 24th in our offensive power rankings. Quarterback Eli Holstein has thrown for 1,567 yards with a passer rating of 116, leading the team to the 11th spot in passing yards per game nationally. Holstein has 15 touchdown passes and three interceptions this season.</p> <p>On average, Pittsburgh attempts 38 passes per game, ranking 20th, and completes 24.8 passes, ranking 17th. Their third-down conversion rate is 47.5%. Leading receiver Konata Mumpfield has 426 yards and three touchdowns. Pittsburgh is 54th in rushing, averaging 182.8 yards per game.</p><p>Pittsburgh's defense has allowed an average of 25.2 points per game this season, ranking 46th nationally. In their recent game against North Carolina, they gave up 24 points but still secured a 34-24 win. The defense allowed 416 total yards, including 269 passing yards and 147 rushing yards.</p><p></p><p>Opponents have averaged 239.2 passing yards per game against Pittsburgh, completing 55.8% of their throws. On the ground, the Panthers have allowed 121.6 rushing yards per game, ranking 49th in the country.</p>

California Golden Bears vs Pittsburgh Panthers Betting Pick & Prediction 10/12/24

<p>Betting on today's Saints and Big Red game? Catch the action at Newman Arena in Ithaca, NY, as the Big Red hosts this showdown at 4:00 ET on ESPN+. The odds for this non-conference game currently have Cornell as the -12.5 favorite, with the over/under line sitting at 147.5 points.</p><h3>SIENA SAINTS VS CORNELL BIG RED BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Siena Saints +12.5</p><p>This game will be played at Newman Arena at 4:00 ET on Monday, December 30th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE SIENA SAINTS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 77-70 in favor of the Big Red.</li><li>Even though we have Cornell winning straight-up, we like Siena at +12.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 147.5 points, and we like the under with a projected 147 points.</li></ul><h3>Will the Saints Find a Way to Win on the Road?</h3><h3>Siena Saints Recent Game</h3> 

<p>Siena dropped to 5-7 on the season after a 78-70 home loss to Holy Cross on Friday, December 20th. The Saints, who were -5.5 favorites, not only lost but also failed to cover the spread.</p> 

<p>After trailing 27-23 at halftime, Siena scored 47 points in the 2nd half but allowed 51 points. The total points for the game reached 148, surpassing the over/under line of 131.5.</p><p>Siena's offense put up 70 points in their last game, shooting 49.1% from the field. They were particularly effective inside, hitting 57.5% of their two-point attempts, while struggling from beyond the arc, connecting on just 26.7% of their threes (4/15).</p> <p>Joe Nugent led the way with 20 points, shooting 60% overall and 66.7% from three. Marcus Jackson and Justice Shoats each added 17 points, with Shoats hitting 66.7% from deep and Jackson shooting 75% overall.</p><p>Siena's defense struggled in their last game, giving up 78 points while allowing the opposing team to shoot 49% from the field. They were particularly vulnerable inside, where they allowed 57% shooting on two-point attempts.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Siena's defense held their opponent to 26% shooting, as they made just 4 of 15 three-point attempts. However, they sent the other team to the free-throw line 18 times, where they converted 12 free throws.</p><h3>Does Cornell Have What it Takes at Home?</h3><h3>Cornell Big Red Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Cornell dropped to 6-4 on the season after a narrow 80-77 home loss to Illinois State on Sunday. The Big Red, favored by six points, failed to cover the spread. The total points for the game ended just under the 157.5-point over/under line.</p> 

<p>Cornell led 45-43 at halftime but managed only 32 points in the second half while allowing 37. This second-half performance was a key factor in the loss.</p><p>Cornell's offense put up 77 points in their last game, shooting 52.8% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 58.5%. They were dominant inside, hitting 78.6% of their two-point attempts, but struggled from beyond the arc, connecting on just 24% of their threes (6/25). At the free-throw line, they were efficient, making 15 of 17 attempts (88.2%).</p> <p>Nazir Williams and AK Okereke both scored 19 points, with Williams adding 7 rebounds and 3 assists. Jack Daugherty contributed 16 points, hitting 4 of 7 threes, while Landon Wolf and Guy Ragland Jr. were perfect from deep, with Wolf going 3 for 3 and Ragland 2 for 2.</p><p>Despite Cornell's defensive struggles, they still managed to put up 80 points in their latest game. The Big Red shot 52% from the field, connecting on 28 of their 53 attempts.</p> <p>Most of their damage came inside, where they hit 22 of 28 two-point shots, a 78% success rate. From beyond the arc, they went 6/25 for 24%. At the free-throw line, Cornell shot 88%, making 15 of 17 attempts.</p>

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<p>Planning on watching today's Blue Hose and Gamecocks game? Catch the action at Colonial Life Arena in Columbia, SC, as the Gamecocks hosts this showdown at 7:00 ET on SECN. This non-conference matchup has an over/under of 138.5 points, and South Carolina is favored by -18.5 vs. Presbyterian.</p><h3>PRESBYTERIAN BLUE HOSE VS SOUTH CAROLINA GAMECOCKS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Presbyterian Blue Hose +18.5</p><p>This game will be played at Colonial Life Arena at 7:00 ET on Monday, December 30th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE PRESBYTERIAN BLUE HOSE:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 74-72 in favor of the Gamecocks.</li><li>Even though we have South Carolina winning straight-up, we like Presbyterian at +18.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 138.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 146 points.</li></ul><h3>Can Presbyterian Lock in a Road Win?</h3><h3>Presbyterian Blue Hose Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>The Blue Hose fell to 4-7 on the season after an 86-81 home loss to Manhattan on Saturday, December 21st. Presbyterian, who were -4.5 favorites, not only lost but also failed to cover the spread.</p> 

<p>Presbyterian led 43-30 at halftime but were outscored 43-30 in the 2nd half. The game’s total points reached 167, surpassing the O/U line of 145.5.</p><p>Presbyterian put up 81 points in their last game, shooting 39.7% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 47.6%. They hit 11 threes at a 35.5% clip and went 20-for-29 from the free-throw line, good for 69%. The Blue Hose grabbed 16 offensive rebounds and dished out 17 assists.</p> <p>Carl Parrish led the way with 23 points, hitting 6 of 9 from deep and adding 9 rebounds. Kory Mincy, Will Sydnor, Jaden Winston, and Devin Dinkins each contributed 18 points, with Mincy also handing out 7 assists.</p><p>Presbyterian's defense gave up 86 points in their last game, with opponents shooting 39% from the field. They allowed 25 made field goals on 63 attempts.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, opponents hit 11 of 31 threes, shooting 35%. Presbyterian also sent them to the line 29 times, where they made 20 free throws.</p><h3>Will South Carolina Win at Home?</h3><p>South Carolina improved to 9-3 this season with a 74-48 win over Radford on Sunday. The Gamecocks were -13.5 favorites at home and covered the spread, while the total points of 122 fell short of the 136.5 O/U line.</p> <p>After trailing 36-30 at halftime, South Carolina dominated the 2nd half, outscoring Radford 44-12 to secure the win.</p><p>South Carolina put up 74 points in their latest game, shooting 39.2% from the field. They connected on 9 of 30 three-point attempts, hitting 30% from deep, and their effective field goal percentage was 47.1%. Inside the arc, they shot 52.4%, going 11 for 21 on two-point attempts.</p> <p>The Gamecocks were nearly perfect from the free-throw line, hitting 25 of 27 attempts for a 92.6% mark. They grabbed 11 offensive rebounds and dished out 12 assists. Jamarii Thomas led the way with 18 points, hitting 4 of 6 threes, while Collin Murray-Boyles added 15 points and 7 rebounds.</p><p>South Carolina's defense was strong, holding their opponent to just 48 points on 39% shooting from the field. They allowed 11 two-point baskets on 21 attempts, a 52% success rate.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, their opponent shot 30%, making 9 of 30 three-point attempts. South Carolina also sent them to the line 27 times, where they converted 25 free throws, a 92% rate. The Gamecocks gave up 11 offensive rebounds.</p>

<p>At 3:37 from Oakland Coliseum in Oakland, we have an interleague matchup between the Cardinals and Athletics. Heading into Wednesday's game, the Cardinals are 9-9 compared to the Athletics at 7-11. St. Louis is the favorite on the money line at -151, and the over/under line is at 8 runs.</p>

<p>Wednesday's starting pitching matchup features Steven Matz for the Cardinals and Paul Blackburn for the Athletics. You can catch this one on TV on NSPCA.</p><h3>OAKLAND ATHLETICS VS ST. LOUIS CARDINALS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Oakland Athletics Moneyline +126</p><p>This game will be played at Oakland Coliseum at 3:37 ET on Wednesday, April 17th.</p><h3>HOW TO BET THE CARDINALS VS ATHLETICS:</h3><ul><li>We have the Athletics winning by a score of 5 to 4</li><li>If you're looking for a run line pick, we also like the Athletics 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>It was a low-scoring game in the most recent game of this Cardinals vs. Athletics series. St. Louis went into the matchup as -143 favorites and squeaked out a 3-2 win. Heading into the game, the Cardinals had won the first two games of the series.</p>

<p>Oakland wasted a good outing from J.P. Sears, as he gave up just one run in five innings of work for the A's. Dany Jimenez took the loss. Lance Lynn got the win for the Cardinals, going seven innings and giving up one earned run.</p>

<p>Nolan Arenado was the only Cardinals hitter to have more than one hit, as he went 2/4 with an RBI. Kyle McCann hit the game's only home run while going 2/3 with two RBIs.</p><h3>Cardinals Records & Stats</h3><p>Heading into today's game vs. the Athletics, the Cardinals are in 5th place in the NL Central. They are two games behind the Reds for 4th place and two games behind the Brewers for the division lead. The Cardinals come into today's game, having won two straight games, closing out their series with the Diamondbacks with a win and sweeping the two-game series with the Athletics so far.</p>

<p>When playing on the road this season, the Cardinals are 6-6 compared to 3-3 at home. St. Louis has won two straight games as the favorite and is 4-2 when favored this season. As the underdog, which they are today, the Cardinals are 5-7 this season.</p><p>St. Louis has been a solid run line bet this season, going 11-7 overall. They've been even better on the road, going 7-5 against the run line. They've been a good bet as an underdog, going 8-4 against the run line, compared to just 3-3 as a favorite. Their average run differential is -0.3 runs per game, but that number jumps to 2.4 in their wins and -3.1 in their losses.</p><p>St. Louis has seen the under hit in four straight games, and the under has hit in six of their last seven games. The Cardinals have played in 11 games this season with an over/under line set at 8 runs, and the under has hit in seven of those games. Overall, the under has hit in 11 of the Cardinals' 17 games this season.</p><p>Steven Matz and the Cardinals are on the road to take on the Athletics. Matz has been solid in his first two outings, picking up a win in his first start and then going 4 2/3 innings and striking out 8 in his last start. He has yet to give up a home run this season.</p><p>When looking at the Cardinals' top hitting projections today, Brendan Donovan has the best chance to have a big game at the plate. His total hits projection is the best on the team and 15th best in the league today. If you're looking for a Cardinals player to hit a home run, Nolan Gorman has the best odds on the team and the 9th best odds in the league. Willson Contreras is also a good bet to go deep, as his home run projection is 10th best in today's slate of games.</p><h3>Athletics Records & Stats</h3><p>The Athletics are currently on a two-game losing streak, as they dropped the final two games of their series with the Cardinals. In the AL West, they are two games behind the Mariners for 3rd place and two games behind the Rangers for the division lead.</p>

<p>So far, the Athletics have been the underdog in 16 of their games, and they are 5-11 in those contests. At home, they are 3-9 compared to 4-2 on the road.</p><p>When the Oakland Athletics are underdogs, they have been a solid bet against the run line, going 9-7. Their average run margin in those games is -1.4, but they have been able to cover the run line in nine of those games. They have been especially good on the road, going 5-1 against the run line, with an average run margin of 1.2.</p><p>Despite the fact that the Oakland Athletics have an over/under record of 7-10, the over/under line for their games has been set at 8 runs on average. In games with an over/under line of 8 runs, the record is 2-3-1. The over/under line for today's game against the St. Louis Cardinals is 8 runs. The combined run average for Athletics games this season is 6.9 runs. The under has hit in two straight games for Oakland.</p><p>Paul Blackburn is getting the start for the Athletics today, and he's been solid in his first two starts of the season. He got a win in his first outing, going 6 innings and giving up just 3 hits. Then, in his last start, he went 6 1/3 innings and struck out 4, but he took a no-decision.</p><p>When it comes to the Athletics' offensive projections today, Zack Gelof is a player to keep an eye on. He has the highest hits projection on the team and the 2nd highest home run projection. Shea Langeliers has the top home run projection on the team and is 5th in the league in terms of home run projections. Esteury Ruiz has the 2nd highest hits projection on the team and is 20th in the league in terms of total hits projections.</p>

St. Louis Cardinals vs Oakland Athletics Betting Pick & Prediction 4/17/24

<p>Planning on watching today's Zips and Tigers game? Catch the action at Jadwin Gymnasium in Princeton, NJ, as the Tigers hosts this showdown at 1:00 ET on ESPN+. This non-conference matchup has an over/under of 154.5 points, and Princeton is favored by -5.5 vs. Akron.</p><h3>AKRON ZIPS VS PRINCETON TIGERS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Princeton Tigers -5.5</p><p>This game will be played at Jadwin Gymnasium at 1:00 ET on Monday, December 30th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE PRINCETON TIGERS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 78-69 in favor of the Tigers.</li><li>Not only will Princeton pick up the win, but look for them to cover at -5.5.</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>Are the Zips Ready for a Win at Princeton?</h3><p>Akron improved to 5-4 on the season with a 68-50 road win over Jackson State on Saturday, December 21st. The Zips entered the game as -8.5 favorites and covered the spread, while the combined points of 118 fell well short of the 150.5 O/U line.</p> <p>After leading just 30-29 at halftime, Akron clamped down defensively, allowing only 21 points in the 2nd half while scoring 38 of their own to pull away for the win.</p><p>Akron struggled offensively in their last game, shooting just 34.8% from the field and 23.1% from three-point range, hitting only 9 of 39 attempts. Their effective field goal percentage was 42.4%, and they managed to score 68 points.</p> <p>On the bright side, the Zips grabbed 24 offensive rebounds and dished out 15 assists. Shammah Scott and Isaiah Gray both shot 57.1% from the field and 66.7% from beyond the arc, contributing 12 and 11 points, respectively.</p><p>Akron's defense was on point, holding their opponent to just 50 points on 28% shooting from the field. The Zips were particularly effective inside, limiting the other team to 11/38 on two-point attempts, also at 28%.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Akron's defense allowed 6 threes on 21 attempts, with the opponent shooting 28% from deep. The Zips also sent them to the line 17 times, where they made 10 free throws, shooting 58%.</p><h3>Will Princeton Find a Way to Win at Home?</h3><h3>Princeton Tigers Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>The Tigers improved to 8-4 on the season with an 83-82 road win over Rutgers on Saturday, December 21st. Princeton entered the game as +7 point underdogs but pulled off the upset and covered the spread.</p> 

<p>Princeton trailed 46-44 at halftime but outscored Rutgers 39-36 in the second half to secure the win. The game’s total points of 165 exceeded the O/U line of 151.5.</p><p>Princeton's offense put up 83 points in their last game, shooting 47.1% from the field and posting an effective field goal percentage of 54.3%. They connected on 55.8% of their two-point attempts, while hitting 33.3% from beyond the arc, making 9 threes on 27 attempts. Their free-throw shooting was a struggle, as they hit just 44.4% from the line, going 8 for 18.</p> <p>The Tigers dominated the offensive glass, grabbing 19 offensive rebounds and dishing out 17 assists. Dylan Harper led the way with 22 points, shooting 50% overall, though he was just 1 of 6 from three. Caden Pierce and Xaivian Lee each added 21 points, with Pierce pulling down 14 rebounds and Lee contributing 11 assists.</p><p>Princeton's defense gave up 82 points in their last game, with the opposing team shooting 46% from the field, hitting 29 of 63 attempts. Inside the arc, the Tigers allowed 23 two-point baskets on 44 tries, a 52% success rate.</p> <p>From three-point range, the opposition connected on 6 of 19 shots, shooting 31%. Princeton also sent them to the free-throw line 23 times, where they made 18, or 78%. The Tigers allowed 12 offensive rebounds.</p>

<p>At 8:00 ET, the Houston Rockets (-310) will take on the New Orleans Pelicans (+251) in a Western Southwest Division matchup. The Rockets are currently favored by 7.5 points, and the over/under line is set at 220.5.</p>

<p>This game will be played at the Smoothie King Center in New Orleans. The Rockets are currently on a three-game win streak and have a record of 20-9, which is good for second place in the Western Conference. On the other hand, the Pelicans have lost seven straight and have a record of 5-25, which is the worst in the West.</p><h3>HOUSTON ROCKETS VS NEW ORLEANS PELICANS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Houston Rockets -7.5</p><p>This game will be played at Smoothie King Center at 8:00 ET on Thursday, December 26th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE HOUSTON ROCKETS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 121-113 in favor of the Rockets.</li><li>Our projections have Jalen Green finishing with 21 points, 5 rebounds and 3 assists.</li><li>From the field, we have the Rockets finishing with a field goal percentage of 45.9% and knocking down 11 threes.</li></ul><h3>Can the Rockets Pull Off a Road Win?</h3><p>With a 114-101 win over the Hornets on Monday, the Rockets improved to 20-9 this season. Houston, favored by 6 points, covered the spread, while the game’s total of 215 points fell short of the 221-point over/under line.</p> <p>A 14-0 run helped the Rockets take control early, as they held Charlotte to just 31 points in the first half. Though the Hornets outscored Houston 70-52 in the second half, the Rockets’ big lead allowed them to coast to victory.</p><p>Jabari Smith Jr. led the Rockets with 21 points and 11 rebounds in their win over the Hornets, shooting 50% from the field and hitting 2 threes at 40% efficiency. Fred VanVleet added 20 points, 6 assists, and 3 made threes, also shooting 50% overall. Amen Thompson contributed 19 points and 11 rebounds, connecting on 50% of his shots.</p> <p>As a team, the Rockets shot 43.4% from the field and made 13 threes at a 31% clip. VanVleet scored 12 of his 20 points in the opening quarter, while Smith and Thompson each added 8 points in the 3rd. Cam Whitmore also scored 8 points in the 4th quarter, finishing with 17 points in the game.</p><p>The Rockets’ defense was dominant in the 1st half, giving up just 15 points in the 1st quarter and 16 in the 2nd, helping them to a win despite a rough 2nd half. Overall, they held the Hornets to 101 points on 41% shooting.</p> <p>Houston did a great job defending the three, allowing just 10 made threes on 27% shooting. They also sent the Hornets to the line 24 times, where they made 17 free throws. The Rockets finished with 39 defensive rebounds, gave up 11 offensive boards, and added 8 blocks.</p><h3>Can The Pelicans Secure a Home Victory?</h3><p>New Orleans dropped to 5-25 on the season after a 132-129 loss to the Nuggets on Sunday. The Pelicans were +8.5 point underdogs but managed to cover the spread at home. The game’s total points of 261 exceeded the O/U line of 231.5 by 29.5 points.</p> <p>New Orleans led 93-81 going into the 4th quarter after winning each of the first three quarters (29-28, 38-31, 26-22), but the Nuggets outscored them 38-26 in the final period to complete the comeback.</p><p>In their 132-129 loss to the Nuggets, the Pelicans shot 46.3% from the field and made 12 threes at a 30% clip. Jordan Hawkins led the way with 25 points, hitting 5 threes at 38.5%, while CJ McCollum added 24 points and 9 assists, connecting on 4 threes at 40%.</p> <p>Yves Missi contributed 21 points and 9 rebounds, shooting 75% from the field. Hawkins scored 8 points in both the 2nd and 4th quarters, while McCollum added 9 in the 2nd and 6 more in the 4th, plus 2 in overtime.</p><p>Despite a strong defensive showing in the 3rd quarter, the Pelicans couldn’t contain the Nuggets in the 4th, giving up 38 points in a 132-129 loss. Overall, New Orleans allowed Denver to shoot 50% from the field.</p> <p>The Pelicans did well in limiting the Nuggets’ three-point shooting, holding them to 30% from beyond the arc with just 10 made threes. New Orleans also came up with 16 steals and 9 blocks in the game.</p>

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<p>Looking to win big? The Screaming Eagles and Golden Eagles face off at 8:30 ET on ESPN+. The Golden Eagles are hosting the game at Hooper Eblen Center in Cookeville, TN. The over/under for this Ohio Valley conference contest is set at 138 points, with Tennessee Tech being favored by -2.5 at home against Southern Indiana.</p><h3>SOUTHERN INDIANA SCREAMING EAGLES VS TENNESSEE TECH GOLDEN EAGLES BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Tennessee Tech Golden Eagles -2.5</p><p>This game will be played at Hooper Eblen Center at 8:30 ET on Thursday, February 1st.</p><h3>WHY BET THE TENNESSEE TECH GOLDEN EAGLES:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 90-59 in favor of the Golden Eagles.</li><li>Not only will Tennessee Tech pick up the win, but look for them to cover at -2.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 138 points, and we like the over with a projected 149 points.</li></ul><h3>Is a Road Win Possible for Southern Indiana?</h3><p>Despite being the underdog, Southern Indiana has a chance to snap their five-game losing streak, as they are 2-14 as the underdog this season. On the road, the Screaming Eagles have gone just 1-9, and their average margin of defeat is -13.4 points per game.</p>

<p>Most recently, Southern Indiana fell to Western Illinois, 73-68. Over their last ten games away from home, the Screaming Eagles have gone 1-9, and they are 1-4 in their last five.</p><p>As the underdog, Southern Indiana has gone 9-7 vs. the spread this season. On the road, they have an ATS mark of 6-4 and have gone 2-1 vs. the spread in their last three road games. Overall, the Screaming Eagles have an ATS record of 9-9 this year.</p><p>So far this season, the over/under record in Southern Indiana games is 7-11. The average scoring total in their games this year is 139.3 points, which is lower than the average over/under line of 141.8. Over their last three games, the over/under record is 3-0 and the average scoring total is 148 points.</p><p>In their most recent game, the Screaming Eagles' offense tallied 68 points, consistent with their ongoing season average of 67.3 points per game. One area that the Southern Indiana offense has been good this season is getting to the line. Currently, they are 148th in free-throw attempts per contest. Overall, they have a field goal percentage of 40%.</p><p>So far, the Screaming Eagles' defense is ranked 165th in the country at 71.9 points per contest. Southern Indiana's three-point defense is currently 66th in the country at 6.1 made threes per game. In terms of overall field goal percentage, opponets have hit 37.7% of their shots vs. Southern Indiana.</p><h3>Will the Golden Eagles Win at Home?</h3><p>After a 74-57 loss to SIUE, Tennessee Tech has lost three straight games and now has a record of 7-14. For the season, they have gone 2-4 at home, compared to 2-10 on the road. So far, they have been the underdog in 16 of their 21 games, going 3-13 in those matchups.</p>

<p>Through 21 games, Tennessee Tech has an average scoring margin of -5.8 at home and -13.4 on the road. For the season, they have gone 5-8 in non-conference games and 2-6 in Ohio Valley play. As the favorite, they are 1-1, and they have gone 5-5 in their last 10 games at home.</p><p>When looking at Tennessee Tech's ATS record this season, they are currently 8-10. At home, they have gone 3-3 vs. the spread. Over their last 10 games as the favorite, the Golden Eagles have gone 5-5.</p><p>Today's over/under line of 138 is lower than the average over/under line in Tennessee Tech's games this season (142.3). So far, the over/under record for the Golden Eagles this season is 7-11. Over their last three games, the average scoring total is 131 points, and their OU record over their last 10 games is 2-8.</p><p>In their most recent game, the Tennessee Tech offense concluded with only 57 points against SIUE. Throughout the game, they made 7/22 three-point attempts and had a field goal percentage of 39.3%. Leading the team in scoring is Jayvis Harvey, who is averaging 15.7 heading into today's matchup. Additionally, David Early also maintains a PPG average of 14.3 heading into game.</p><p>Coming into today's game, the Tennessee Tech defense is giving up an average of 75.7 points per contest. Tennessee Tech's three-point defense is currently 128th in the country at 7.1 made threes per game. In terms of overall field goal percentage, opponets have hit 41.6% of their shots vs. Tennessee Tech.</p>

Southern Indiana Screaming Eagles vs Tennessee Tech Golden Eagles Betting Pick & Prediction 2/1/24