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<p>Don't miss out on the NBA showdown between the Bucks and Knicks. The game is starting at 12:00 ET on ESPN, and it's hosted by the Knicks at Madison Square Garden in New York, NY. Get ready to place your bets! The Bucks are favored in this Eastern conference showdown. The game's over/under is currently at 241.5 points.</p><h3>MILWAUKEE BUCKS VS NEW YORK KNICKS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: New York Knicks +4</p><p>This game will be played at Madison Square Garden at 12:00 ET on Monday, December 25th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE NEW YORK KNICKS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 115-114 in favor of the Bucks.</li><li>Our projections have Giannis Antetokounmpo finishing with Giannis Antetokounmpo points, 8 rebounds and 5 assists.</li><li>From the field, we have the Bucks finishing with a field goal percentage of 50.6% and knocking down 14 threes.</li></ul><h3>Can the Bucks Grab a Win on the Road?</h3><p>With a 22-7 overall record, the Bucks are looking to extend their seven game winning streak in today's game. In non-conference games, the Bucks are 4-0 compared to an 18-7 record against Eastern Conference teams.</p><p>Milwaukee arrives with an ATS record of 13-16 for the season up to this point. The Bucks maintain an ATS record of 6-5 on the road, while they have a 7-11 record vs. the spread when playing at home.</p><p>Milwaukee is fresh off a strong offensive showing, putting up 130 points versus the Knicks. This output is higher than their season-average of 124.6 points per game. Giannis Antetokounmpo is leading the team in scoring at 30.8 points per contest. Damian Lillard has also been a key contributor with a PPG average of 26 going into the game.</p><p><p>At present, the Bucks' defense is ranked 23, allowing 118.8 points per game.</p><p>In their previous matchup vs. the Knicks, the Bucks' defense struggled, giving up a field goal percentage of 52% leading to 111 points.</p></p><h3>Can New York Pull Out the Win as Home Underdogs?</h3><p>With an overall record of 16-12, the Knicks are 6th in the Eastern Conference and are 3rd in the Atlantic division. Over their last three games, they have gone 2-1.</p><p>New York comes in with an overall ATS record of 16-12 so far this season. New York has covered the spread in two consecutive road games, while maintaining an ATS record of 10-7 on the road as opposed to 6-5 at home.</p><p>The Knicks' offense finished with 111 points in their previous game, mirroring their current average of 114.6 points per contest. Leading the team in scoring was Jalen Brunson with 36 points. Julius Randle also added 26 points for the Knicks.</p><p><p>Coming into the game, the Knicks defense has held opposing team's to fewer points than the league average in 35.7% of their games. Currently, they are 9 in the NBA at 112.0 points per game allowed.</p><p>When it comes to forced turnovers, the Knicks are forcing 12.1 per game, which is 5th in the league. They also come into the game sitting 28th in blocked shots at 3.4 per game.</p></p>

Milwaukee Bucks vs New York Knicks Betting Pick & Prediction 12/25/23

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<p>Making on a bet on this NHL game featuring the Kings versus the Ducks? The puck drops at 8:00 ET, and you can watch it all unfold on NHLN. The game will be played at Honda Center in Anaheim, CA. The Kings are the -1.5 goal favorites in this Pacific division matchup against the Ducks. The over/under for the game is set at 6 goals.</p><h3>LOS ANGELES KINGS VS ANAHEIM DUCKS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Anaheim Ducks +1.5</p><p>This game will be played at Honda Center at 8:00 ET on Sunday, October 20th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE ANAHEIM DUCKS:</h3><ul><li>Despite being 1.5 goal underdogs, we predict the Ducks to come out on top with a final score of 4-2.</li><li>We like the Ducks on the moneyline (+150)</li><li>The Ducks are also our pick on the spread at +1.5</li></ul><h3>Can the Kings Grab a Win in Anaheim?</h3><p>The Kings improved to 2-1-2 with a 4-1 win over the Canadiens. Los Angeles covered the puck line as -1.5 goal favorites, and the total for the game was set at 6 goals, with the combined score of 5 falling short of that mark.</p> 

<p>Montreal scored first, but the Kings responded with four unanswered goals, each from different players. Mikey Anderson tied the game at 1-1, scoring at 18:20 in the first period.</p><p>The Kings fired 32 shots on goal and scored four times in their 4-1 win over the Canadiens. Mikey Anderson opened the scoring for the Kings, followed by Alex Laferriere, who netted his fourth goal of the season. Andreas Englund added his first goal of the year, and Adrian Kempe capped the scoring with his second goal, coming on an empty net while shorthanded.</p> <p>Vladislav Gavrikov picked up two assists, bringing his season total to two. Anze Kopitar also added an assist, giving him four on the year. The Kings had 12 giveaways in the game.</p><p>Defensively, the Kings will look to carry momentum from their previous game, where they allowed just 1 goal to the Canadiens. David Rittich made 26 saves, finishing with a 96.3% save percentage. The Kings' defense also recorded 6 takeaways, 25 hits, and 12 blocks.</p><h3>Do the Ducks Have What it Takes at Home?</h3><p>The Ducks fell to 2-2-1 after a 4-3 loss to the Avalanche. Anaheim jumped out to a 2-0 lead in the first period, but the Avalanche tied it up in the third and eventually won in overtime.</p> <p>As underdogs on the puck line, the Ducks failed to cover. The total for the game was set at 6.5 goals, and the combined 7 goals pushed the game over the line.</p><p>In their 4-3 loss to Colorado, the Ducks scored three times, with Leo Carlsson netting his third goal of the season. Ryan Strome added his first goal, and Troy Terry scored his fourth, tying the game at 3-3 with just 13 seconds left in the third period.</p> <p>Anaheim took 20 shots on goal and recorded 10 giveaways. Two of their goals came in the first period, with Carlsson scoring 6:05 into the game and Strome following at the 19:36 mark.</p><p>Defensively, the Ducks will be looking to bounce back after allowing four goals to the Avalanche, including three after the first period. Lukas Dostal made 45 saves with a 91.8% save percentage, but Anaheim's defense will aim to improve after giving up the game-winner 4:19 into overtime.</p>

Los Angeles Kings vs Anaheim Ducks Betting Pick & Prediction 10/20/24

<p>At 7:30 ET, the Dallas Mavericks (-158) will host the Phoenix Suns (+133) in a Western Conference matchup. The Mavericks are favored by 3 points and the over/under is set at 230.5.</p>

<p>This game will be played at the American Airlines Center in Dallas and will be televised on ESPN. The Suns come into this game with a record of 7-1, while the Mavericks are 5-3.</p><h3>PHOENIX SUNS VS DALLAS MAVERICKS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Dallas Mavericks -3</p><p>This game will be played at American Airlines Center at 7:30 ET on Friday, November 8th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE DALLAS MAVERICKS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 123-118 in favor of the Mavericks.</li><li>Our projections have Luka Doncic finishing with Luka Doncic points, 9 rebounds and 9 assists.</li><li>From the field, we have the Mavericks finishing with a field goal percentage of 47.4% and knocking down 15 threes.</li></ul><h3>Is a Road Win Possible for the Suns?</h3><p>The Suns improved to 7-1 on the season with a 115-112 win over the Heat on Wednesday. Playing at home, Phoenix came into the game as -5.5 favorites but didn’t cover the spread. The total score of 227 points went over the pre-game line of 222.5.</p> <p>After trailing 87-84 going into the 4th quarter, the Suns outscored Miami 31-25 in the final period to secure the win.</p><p>Kevin Durant's 32 points and 8 rebounds led the Suns to a win over the Heat, with 12 of his points coming in the 3rd quarter and another 11 in the 4th. Devin Booker added 22 points and 9 assists, while Jusuf Nurkic contributed 20 points and 18 rebounds, going 3-for-3 from beyond the arc.</p> <p>Phoenix hit 18 threes at a 41.9% clip, with a 50% overall shooting percentage. Durant connected on 4 threes, despite shooting just 36.4% from deep, while Booker made 2 threes at 28.6%.</p><p>Defensively, the Suns gave up 112 points to the Heat but held them to 25 points in both the 1st and 4th quarters. Phoenix allowed 33 points in the 2nd and 29 in the 3rd. Overall, the Heat shot 43% from the field.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, the Suns allowed 13 threes on 38% shooting. Miami also went 19/20 from the free-throw line. The Suns finished with 36 defensive rebounds, gave up 13 offensive boards, and recorded 5 steals and 6 blocks.</p><h3>Will Dallas Secure A Victory as Home Favorites?</h3><p>The Mavericks improved to 5-3 on the season with a 119-99 win over the Bulls on Wednesday. Dallas, playing at home, covered the -10.5 point spread, while the game’s total of 218 points fell short of the 236.5 O/U line.</p> <p>A 17-0 run early in the game helped the Mavericks take control, turning a 9-6 deficit into a 23-9 lead. They led 88-68 going into the 4th quarter, and both teams scored 31 points in the final period.</p><p>Luka Doncic led the Mavericks with 27 points and 13 assists in their win over the Bulls, shooting 42.1% from the field and hitting 3 threes at 37.5%. Daniel Gafford and Kyrie Irving both added 17 points, with Gafford shooting 77.8% and Irving hitting 63.6% of his shots.</p> <p>Dallas made 12 threes at 31.6%, shooting 48.4% overall. Irving scored 15 of his 17 points in the 1st quarter, while Jaden Hardy added all 11 of his points in the 4th.</p><p>The Mavericks put together a strong defensive performance on Wednesday, holding the Bulls to 99 points. Dallas was particularly effective in the 2nd quarter, allowing just 21 points. Overall, they limited Chicago to 41% shooting from the field.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, the Mavericks held the Bulls to 28% shooting, with Chicago making just 12 threes. Dallas also recorded 11 steals and 4 blocks in the game.</p>

Phoenix Suns vs Dallas Mavericks Betting Pick & Prediction 11/8/24

<p>Making on a bet on this NHL game featuring the Lightning versus the Rangers? The puck drops at 7:00 ET, and you can watch it all unfold on TNT. The game will be played at Madison Square Garden in New York, NY. The odds for this Eastern conference game currently have the Rangers as the -1.5 goal favorite with the over/under line sitting at 6.5 goals.</p><h3>TAMPA BAY LIGHTNING VS NEW YORK RANGERS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: New York Rangers -1.5</p><p>This game will be played at Madison Square Garden at 7:00 ET on Wednesday, February 7th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE NEW YORK RANGERS:</h3><ul><li>In spite of being 1.5 goal underdogs, we anticipate the Lightning winning this one 4-3.</li><li>We like the Lightning on the moneyline (+112)</li><li>The Lightning are also our pick on the spread at +1.5</li></ul><h3>Can The Lightning Secure a Road Victory?</h3><p><p>On the season, the Lightning have gone 27-18-5, which has them in 3rd place in the Atlantic Division and 5th in the Eastern Conference. Over their last ten games, Tampa Bay has gone 8-2 and they have won three straight games. So far this year, the Lightning have been the favorite in 29 of their 50 games and they have gone 19-9-1 in those games.</p>

<p>When playing on the road, Tampa Bay has gone 10-13-2 and they have won three straight games as the favorite. Against teams from the Eastern Conference, the Lightning have gone 12-12.</p></p><p>On the road, Tampa Bay has a puck line record of 10-15 this season. Overall, their puck line record is 26-24, and they have 19 wins by multiple goals. In their last 10 games, the Lightning have gone 7-3 against the puck line.</p>

<p>So far this season, Tampa Bay has been the underdog in 21 games, going 13-8 against the puck line in those games. Their average scoring margin on the road is -.7 goals per game, and their average scoring margin for the season is +.2 goals per game.</p> <p>For the season, the average number of goals per game in matchups featuring Tampa Bay is 6.8. The season's average over/under line is currently at 6.5. The Lightning come in with an over/under record of 23-23-4.</p><p>When looking at their past three road matchups, Tampa Bay has an puck line record of 2-1 while averaging 3 per game. The team went 2-1 overall in these games.</p><p>For their offensive performance, the Lightning come in averaging 3.5 goals per game this season, which is 4th in the NHL. In the category of shots on goal per game, they are 17th in the league. Tampa Bay's offense is currently ranked 1st in power play goals. When it comes to shorthanded goals, they are 26th in the league.</p><p>The leading scorer for Tampa Bay's offense is Nikita Kucherov. Coming into the game he has 32 goals, ranking 4th in the NHL. Along with his scoring, he has come up with 53 assists so far.</p><p>New York defense takes on the Lightning ranked 25th in goals allowed. On average, opponents are averaging 28.3 shots per game against New York. They also are 24th in shutouts, with 2 shutouts.</p><p>Goalie Andrei Vasilevskiy gets the start and has made 26 starts this season. His record at this point is 16-10, and his save percentage is 0.718%.</p><h3>Do the Rangers Have What it Takes at Home?</h3><p><p>At home this season, the Rangers have been strong, going 16-7-0 and are currently in first place in the Metropolitan Division. In the Eastern Conference, New York is in third place, with 65 points and a record of 31-16-3. Over their last ten games, the Rangers are 5-5 and have won two straight games.</p>

<p>When favored this season, New York has gone 24-13-2 and have been favored in 39 of their 50 games. In the Eastern Conference, the Rangers are in third place and have gone 16-9 against the conference. Against the Metropolitan Division, New York has gone 7-4 this season.</p></p><p>When favored, the Rangers have gone 14-25 vs. the puck line this season, and they have an average scoring margin of +.4 goals per game. So far, New York has 18 wins by multiple goals and has gone 24-26 vs. the puck line overall.</p>

<p>At home, the Rangers have gone 9-14 vs. the puck line this year and have an average scoring margin of +.4 goals per contest. Over their last ten home games, New York has gone 4-6 vs. the puck line.</p> <p>For the season, the average number of goals per game in matchups featuring New York is 6.1. The season's average over/under line is currently at 6.1. The Rangers come in with an over/under record of 26-21-3.</p><p>The Lightning are 2-1 puck line in their three last road games and 2-1 straight-up.</p><p>For their offensive performance, the Rangers come in averaging 3.2 goals per game this season, which is 11th in the NHL. In the category of shots on goal per game, they are 11th in the league. Looking at how the Rangers' offense is performing during power plays, they are 6th in power play goals and 23rd in shorthanded goals.</p><p>New York's current leading scorer is Artemi Panarin. This season, he has 31 goals, which puts him 6th in the NHL. In addition to his goal scoring, Panarin has 36 assists this season.</p><p>New York defense takes on the Lightning ranked 25th in goals allowed. On average, opponents are averaging 28.3 shots per game against New York. They also are 24th in shutouts, with 2 shutouts.</p><p>Entering the game, goalie Igor Shesterkin has started 32 games this season. His current record stands at 19-12, and his save percentage is 0.825%.</p>

Tampa Bay Lightning vs New York Rangers Betting Pick & Prediction 2/7/24

<p>Making on a bet on this NCAA game featuring the Purple Eagles versus the Peacocks? Tip off is at at 7:00 ET, and you can watch it all unfold on ESPN+. The game will be played at Yanitelli Center in Jersey City, NJ. The over/under for this game is set at 133 points, and Saint Peter's is favored by -4 vs. Niagara in a Metro Atlantic Athletic conference matchup.</p><h3>NIAGARA PURPLE EAGLES VS SAINT PETER'S PEACOCKS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Saint Peter's Peacocks -4</p><p>This game will be played at Yanitelli Center at 7:00 ET on Friday, February 2nd.</p><h3>WHY BET THE SAINT PETER'S PEACOCKS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 76-68 in favor of the Peacocks.</li><li>Not only will Saint Peter's pick up the win, but look for them to cover at -4.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 133 points, and we like the over with a projected 144 points.</li></ul><h3>Is a Road Win Possible for Niagara?</h3><p>After a 67-62 victory over Marist, Niagara will look to extend its win streak to four games when they take on Saint Peter's. So far this season, the Purple Eagles have gone 10-10, including a 6-3 mark in Metro Atlantic Athletic Conference action.</p>

<p>On the road, Niagara has been slightly better than their overall record, going 6-4 compared to their 3-5 mark at home. Over their last 10 games on the road, the Purple Eagles have gone 6-4, and they have won their last five games away from home.</p><p>As the underdog, Niagara has been an impressive 8-2 vs. the spread this season. Their ATS record on the road is even more impressive at 9-1 and they have gone 3-0 vs. the spread in their last 3 road games. Overall, the Purple Eagles are 12-6 vs. the spread this season.</p><p>Today's over/under line of 133 is lower than the average over/under line in Niagara's games this season (137.6). Over their last three games, the over/under record is 2-1 and the average scoring total in those games is 147 points. On the season, their over/under record is 13-4-1.</p><p>Against Marist, the Niagara had a tough time putting up points compared to their season average of 76 points per game. They scored 67 points and posted a field goal percentage of 47.9% in the game. Harlan Obioha led the scoring for the Purple Eagles, contributing 16 points. Additionally, Braxton Bayless chipped in with 12 points.</p><p>At this time, the Purple Eagles' defense is positioned 234th in the country, permitting 74.9 points per game. Against Marist in their most recent game, the Niagara defense gave up a total of 62 points while allowing Marist to hit 47% of their shots.</p><h3>Are Saint Peter's Ready for a Home Win?</h3><p>As the Peacocks prepare to take on the Purple Eagles, they come in as the favorites, with a point spread of -4. So far this season, Saint Peter's has been the favorite in nine of their 18 games, going 7-2 in those matchups. At home, they have a record of 4-2, and they have gone 6-4 in their last 10 games at home.</p>

<p>Overall, the Peacocks have gone 11-7 this season, and they are 7-2 in conference play. Their average scoring margin at home is +3.7, and they have gone 4-1 in their last five games at home. In their most recent game, they defeated Siena by a score of 63-52.</p><p>As the favorite, Saint Peter's has an ATS record of 6-3 this season and an overall ATS mark of 11-6. At home, the Peacocks are 3-3 vs. the spread and have gone 2-1 ATS in their last three home games. Over their last 10 games as the favorite, Saint Peter's is 7-3.</p><p>Today's over/under line of 133 is higher than the average over/under line in Saint Peter's games this season (130.4). So far, 12 of their games have finished with fewer points than today's line. Over their last three games, their games have averaged 120 points compared to their season average of 127.8 points per game.</p><p>In their latest game, Saint Peter's offense put up 63 points against Siena. They recorded an overall field goal percentage of 36.4% and made 3 threes. On offense, Saint Peter's has been struggling with their efficiency, coming into today's game with a field goal percentgage of 39%. So far, they are 49th in free-throws made on a free throw shooting percentage of 73%.</p><p>At present, the Peacocks' defense is nationally ranked 14th, allowing 63.4 points per game. So far, the Saint Peter's defense is giving up an average of 7.7 offensive rebounds per game and are turning teams over 11.2 times per game (495th).</p>

Niagara Purple Eagles vs Saint Peter's Peacocks Betting Pick & Prediction 2/2/24

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<p>Looking to win big? The Hawks and Owls face off at 6:00 ET on ESPN+. The Owls are hosting the game at CURE Insurance Arena in Trenton, NJ. The over/under for this game is set at 148.5 points, and Temple is favored by -3 against Monmouth in a non-conference matchup.</p><h3>MONMOUTH HAWKS VS TEMPLE OWLS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Temple Owls -3</p><p>This game will be played at CURE Insurance Arena at 6:00 ET on Friday, November 8th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE TEMPLE OWLS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 79-67 in favor of the Owls.</li><li>Not only will Temple pick up the win, but look for them to cover at -3.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 148.5 points, and we like the under with a projected 146 points.</li></ul><h3>Can the Hawks Offense Score Enough on the Road?</h3><h3>Monmouth Hawks Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>The Hawks faced a tough challenge on Monday, November 4th, as they went on the road to take on Michigan State. Monmouth, who entered the game as +19.5 point underdogs, fell 81-57 to the Spartans.</p> 

<p>Monmouth trailed 38-27 at halftime and struggled to keep pace in the second half, scoring 30 points while allowing 43. The game’s total points ended at 138, just under the 142.5 O/U line.</p><p>Monmouth's offense struggled in their last game, shooting just 27.9% from the field and 26.5% on two-point attempts. They connected on 29.6% from beyond the arc, hitting 8 of 27 threes, and finished with an effective field goal percentage of 34.4%.</p> <p>Jaden Akins led the way with 23 points and 9 rebounds, shooting 66.7% from the field. Abdi Bashir Jr. added 20 points, despite shooting 31.8% overall and 27.3% from three.</p><p>Monmouth's defense struggled, giving up 81 points on 49% shooting. They allowed 62% on two-pointers, with the opponent hitting 27 of 43 attempts.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Monmouth held the opponent to 16% shooting, as they made just 3 of 18 threes. The opponent also went 18/27 from the free-throw line.</p><h3>Are Temple Ready for a Home Win?</h3><h3>Temple Owls Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Temple opened their season with an 81-70 win over Sacred Heart on Monday. Despite being -13.5 favorites, the Owls didn’t cover the spread. The game’s total points reached 151, surpassing the O/U line of 144.5.</p> 

<p>Leading 37-36 at halftime, Temple pulled away in the 2nd half, outscoring Sacred Heart 44-34.</p><p>Temple's offense put up 81 points in their last game, shooting 49.1% from the field and hitting 47.8% from three-point range, making 11 of 23 attempts. Their effective field goal percentage was 58.2%, and they connected on 16 of 23 free throws, good for 69.6%.</p> <p>Jamal Mashburn Jr. led the way with 26 points, shooting 62.5% overall and 71.4% from deep, hitting 5 of 7 threes. Tanner Thomas added 22 points, while Steve Settle III contributed 16 points and 6 assists, also grabbing 7 rebounds.</p><p>Temple's defense struggled in this one, giving up 70 points on 49% shooting from the field. The Owls allowed 27 made baskets on 55 attempts.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Temple gave up 11 threes on 23 attempts, a 47% clip. They also sent the opposing team to the line 23 times, where they converted 16 free throws.</p>

Monmouth Hawks vs Temple Owls NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 11/8/24

<p>Making on a bet on this NCAA game featuring the Minutemen versus the Mountaineers? Tip off is at at 7:00 ET, and you can watch it all unfold on ESPN+. The game will be played at WVU Coliseum in Morgantown, WV. The over/under for this game is set at 153.5 points, and West Virginia is favored by -9 against Massachusetts in a non-conference matchup.</p><h3>MASSACHUSETTS MINUTEMEN VS WEST VIRGINIA MOUNTAINEERS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Massachusetts Minutemen +9</p><p>This game will be played at WVU Coliseum at 7:00 ET on Friday, November 8th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE MASSACHUSETTS MINUTEMEN:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 75-71 in favor of the Mountaineers.</li><li>Even though we have West Virginia winning straight-up, we like Massachusetts at +9.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 153.5 points, and we like the under with a projected 146 points.</li></ul><h3>Can Massachusetts Pull Off A Win at WVU Coliseum?</h3><h3>Massachusetts Minutemen Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Massachusetts opened their season with a dominant 103-74 win over New Hampshire on Monday. Playing at home, the Minutemen were -17.5 point favorites and covered the spread.</p> 

<p>UMass led 49-31 at halftime and kept up the pressure in the 2nd half, outscoring the Wildcats 54-43. The game’s total points of 177 went over the pre-game line of 147.5.</p><p>Massachusetts put up 103 points in their last game, shooting 53.7% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 61%. They hit 68.1% of their two-point attempts, while connecting on 34.3% from beyond the arc.</p> <p>The Minutemen dished out 25 assists and grabbed 12 offensive rebounds. Rahsool Diggins led the way with 26 points, hitting 8 threes at a 50% clip, while Sami Pissis added 20 points, shooting 50% from downtown as well.</p><p>Massachusetts struggled defensively, giving up 74 points on 53% shooting from the field. Their interior defense was particularly vulnerable, allowing opponents to hit 68% of their two-point attempts (32/47).</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Massachusetts allowed 12 threes on 35 attempts, a 34% success rate. They also sent the opposing team to the line 11 times, where they converted 7 free throws (63%).</p><h3>Will the Mountaineers Pull Through as the Favored Home Team?</h3><p>West Virginia opened their season with a decisive 87-59 win over Robert Morris on Monday. Playing at home, the Mountaineers came in as -18.5 favorites and covered the spread, while the game’s total points of 146 narrowly exceeded the 145-point over/under line.</p> <p>West Virginia took control early, leading 46-26 at halftime. They maintained their dominance in the second half, outscoring Robert Morris 41-33 to secure the win.</p><p>West Virginia put up 87 points in their last game, shooting 55.7% from the field and hitting 42.9% from beyond the arc, making 15 threes. Their effective field goal percentage was an impressive 68.9%, with a 73.1% success rate on two-point attempts.</p> <p>Tucker DeVries led the way with 18 points, connecting on 4 of 9 from deep. Javon Small added 15 points and 5 assists, hitting 50% of his threes. The Mountaineers finished with 16 assists and just 6 offensive rebounds, while shooting 58.3% from the free-throw line.</p><p>West Virginia's defense gave up 59 points while allowing the opposition to shoot 55% from the field, including 73% on two-point attempts (19/26). From beyond the arc, the opposing team hit 15 of 35 threes, shooting 42%.</p> <p>At the free-throw line, the opposition went 7/12, shooting 58%. West Virginia limited them to 6 offensive rebounds.</p>

Massachusetts Minutemen vs West Virginia Mountaineers NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 11/8/24

<p>Looking to win big? The Bison and Tigers face off at 8:00 ET on None. The Tigers are hosting the game at Mizzou Arena in Columbia, MO. The over/under for this non-conference contest is set at 150.5 points, with Missouri being favored by -19 over Howard.</p><h3>HOWARD BISON VS MISSOURI TIGERS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Howard Bison +19</p><p>This game will be played at Mizzou Arena at 8:00 ET on Friday, November 8th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE HOWARD BISON:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 75-72 in favor of the Tigers.</li><li>Even though we have Missouri winning straight-up, we like Howard at +19.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 150.5 points, and we like the under with a projected 147 points.</li></ul><h3>Can the Bison Offense Score Enough on the Road?</h3><h3>Howard Bison Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Howard faced a tough challenge on Monday, November 4th, as they took on the Jayhawks in an away game. The Bison entered the game as +27.5 point underdogs and ended up losing 87-57, failing to cover the spread.</p> 

<p>After a rough first half where they trailed 46-19, Howard managed to score 38 points in the second half while allowing 41. The total points for the game were 144, which was under the 155.5-point line.</p><p>Howard's offense struggled in their last game, putting up just 57 points on 37.9% shooting from the field. Their effective field goal percentage was 44.8%, and they hit 36.4% of their threes, going 8-for-22 from beyond the arc. At the free-throw line, they connected on just 5 of 12 attempts, shooting 41.7%.</p> <p>Zeke Mayo led the way with 19 points, hitting 5 of 8 threes, while Blake Harper and Hunter Dickinson each added 16 points. Flory Bidunga was perfect from the field, going 6-for-6 and grabbing 8 rebounds. Howard finished with 8 offensive rebounds and 12 assists as a team.</p><p>Howard's defense struggled in their last game, giving up 87 points on 60% shooting from the field. They allowed their opponent to hit 67% of their two-point attempts, with 21 makes on 31 tries.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Howard's opponent shot 50%, connecting on 11 of 22 three-pointers. They also sent them to the line 16 times, where they made 12 free throws (75%). Howard limited them to 5 offensive rebounds.</p><h3>Do the Tigers Stand a Chance at Home?</h3><h3>Missouri Tigers Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Missouri dropped their season opener on Monday, falling 83-75 to Memphis on the road. Entering the game as +3.5 point underdogs, the Tigers not only lost but also failed to cover the spread.</p> 

<p>Missouri led 42-32 at halftime but allowed 51 points in the 2nd half while scoring just 33. The game’s total points of 158 exceeded the pre-game O/U line of 154.5.</p><p>In their latest game, Missouri's offense put up 75 points, shooting 45.6% from the field. They connected on 57.6% of their two-point attempts, but struggled from beyond the arc, hitting just 29.2% of their threes. Their effective field goal percentage came in at 52.6%.</p> <p>PJ Haggerty led the way with 25 points and 5 assists, while Anthony Robinson II added 16 points and 7 assists, shooting 80% from the field. Missouri finished with 16 assists and 7 offensive rebounds, shooting 64% from the free-throw line.</p><p>Missouri's defense gave up 83 points in their last game, with the opposing team shooting 44% from the field. They allowed 47% shooting on two-point attempts, with the other team going 18/38.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, the Tigers' defense conceded 8 threes on 20 attempts, a 40% shooting rate. They also sent the other team to the line 29 times, where they hit 23 free throws, a 79% success rate. Missouri gave up 13 offensive rebounds.</p>

Howard Bison vs Missouri Tigers NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 11/8/24

<p>At 7:00 ET, the Detroit Pistons (-114) will host the Atlanta Hawks (-106) in an Eastern Conference matchup. The Pistons are favored by 1 point and have a record of 3-6, while the Hawks are 4-5. The over/under line for this game is 226.5.</p>

<p>This game will be played at Little Caesars Arena in Detroit and can be seen on FDSD.</p><h3>ATLANTA HAWKS VS DETROIT PISTONS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Detroit Pistons -1</p><p>This game will be played at Little Caesars Arena at 7:00 ET on Friday, November 8th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE DETROIT PISTONS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 111-106 in favor of the Pistons.</li><li>Our projections have Cade Cunningham finishing with Cade Cunningham points, 5 rebounds and 8 assists.</li><li>From the field, we have the Pistons finishing with a field goal percentage of 44.6% and knocking down 14 threes.</li></ul><h3>Do the Hawks Have What it Takes in Detroit?</h3><p>The Hawks improved to 4-5 on the season with a 121-116 win over the Knicks on Wednesday. Atlanta, who entered the game as +7 point underdogs, not only secured the win but also covered the spread. The total score of 237 points exceeded the O/U line of 226.5 by 10.5 points.</p> <p>Atlanta took an early lead, finishing the 1st quarter up 26-22. The 2nd quarter saw both teams score 39 points, and the Knicks edged the Hawks 28-24 in the 3rd. The game was tied at 89 going into the 4th, where the Hawks outscored the Knicks 32-27 to seal the win.</p><p>Zaccharie Risacher's 33 points and 6 threes at 60% shooting led the Hawks to a win over the Knicks, with Atlanta hitting 15 threes at 39.5% overall. Jalen Johnson and Trae Young each added 23 points, with Johnson also grabbing 15 rebounds.</p> <p>Risacher scored 16 points in the 2nd quarter, while Clint Capela added 8 of his 18 points in the 4th. Young also contributed 6 points in the final period.</p><p>Despite a rough 2nd quarter where they allowed 39 points, the Hawks' defense held the Knicks to 27 points in the 4th, helping them secure a win. Overall, they gave up 116 points on 48% shooting.</p> <p>Atlanta struggled to defend the three, allowing New York to hit 22 threes at a 46% clip. The Hawks sent the Knicks to the line 15 times, where they made 12 free throws. Defensively, the Hawks recorded 12 steals and 4 blocks.</p><h3>Can the Pistons Please their Home Crowd?</h3><p>The Pistons fell to 3-6 on the season after a narrow 108-107 loss to the Hornets on Wednesday. Detroit, who entered the game as 1-point favorites, failed to cover the spread. The total points for the game were 215, falling short of the 223.5 O/U line.</p> <p>A 10-0 run by the Hornets early on shifted momentum, but the Pistons kept it close, trailing 77-76 going into the 4th quarter. Both teams scored 31 points in the final period, but Detroit couldn’t close the gap.</p><p>Jaden Ivey led the Pistons with 21 points and 5 assists in their 108-107 loss to the Hornets, shooting 50% from the field and hitting 3 threes at a 60% clip. Cade Cunningham recorded a triple-double with 20 points, 10 rebounds, and 10 assists, despite shooting just 39.1%.</p> <p>Detroit shot 48.9% from the field, but struggled from beyond the arc, making 10 threes at 31.2%. Cunningham scored 12 of his 20 points in the 1st quarter, while Paul Reed added 8 of his 13 points in the 4th.</p><p>Defensively, the Pistons held the Hornets to 108 points on 43% shooting, but it wasn’t enough to secure the win. Detroit gave up 31 points in both the 3rd and 4th quarters, which proved costly.</p> <p>The Pistons allowed 14 made threes on 31% shooting from deep and sent the Hornets to the line 16 times, where they hit all their free throws. Detroit finished with 40 defensive rebounds, 5 steals, and 4 blocks.</p>

Atlanta Hawks vs Detroit Pistons Betting Pick & Prediction 11/8/24

<p>Planning on watching today's Wolf Pack and Bulldogs game? Catch the action at Save Mart Center in Fresno, CA, as the Bulldogs hosts this showdown at 7:00 ET on MWN. The Wolf Pack are the favorites in this Mountain West conference matchup the against the Bulldogs. The over/under for the game is set at 138.5 points.</p><h3>NEVADA WOLF PACK VS FRESNO STATE BULLDOGS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Fresno State Bulldogs +6.5</p><p>This game will be played at Save Mart Center at 7:00 ET on Saturday, January 6th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE FRESNO STATE BULLDOGS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 75-68 in favor of the Bulldogs.</li><li>Not only will Fresno State pick up the win, but look for them to cover at +6.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 138.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 143 points.</li></ul><h3>Is a Road Win Possible for the Wolf Pack?</h3><p>The Nevada Wolf Pack come into today's game as the favorites, favored by 6.5 points and boasting a 13-1 overall record. They have won their last six games and are 5-1 on the road this season.</p>

<p>In their last game, the Wolf Pack took on Fresno Pacific and came away with a dominant 92-59 victory. Over their last ten road games, Nevada is 6-4, and they are 4-1 in their last five road contests.</p><p>As the favorite this season, Nevada has gone 8-4 against the spread. Over their last 10 games as the favorite, the Wolf Pack have a 6-4 ATS mark. On the road, Nevada has an ATS record of 5-1 this season and is 10-4 overall. In their last 3 road games, the Wolf Pack are 3-0 vs. the spread.</p><p>This season, the over/under record for Nevada is 7-7. So far, their games have averaged 144 points per game. Today's over/under line of 138.5 is lower than the average OU line in their games (145). Over their last three games, their over/under record is 2-1 and the average scoring total in those games is 150 points.</p><p>The Nevada offense is coming off a game in which they scored 92 points vs. Fresno Pacific. Overall their field goal percentage was 56.1% while connecting on 7 threes. The top scorer for the Wolf Pack was Jarod Lucas with 22 points, while Hunter McIntosh also chipped in with 18 points.</p><p>This season, the Nevada defense has been impressive, holding the 37th position in the country while permitting an average of 64.4 points per contest. Nevada's defense is coming off a game in which they allowed the Fresno Pacific offense to knock down 55% of their shots on their way to putting up 59 points.</p><h3>Can Fresno State Deliver Being Underdogs at Home?</h3><p>After a tough loss to San Diego State, the Fresno State Bulldogs will look to bounce back as they host the Nevada Wolf Pack. So far this season, Fresno State has an overall record of 7-7 and are 5-4 at home.</p>

<p>As the underdog, Fresno State will be getting 6.5 points in this matchup. So far this season, the Bulldogs have been the underdog in five games and have yet to win.</p><p>As the underdog this season, Fresno State has yet to cover the spread in any of their five games. At home, their ATS record is 3-6 this year and 0-5 as the underdog. Over their last 10 games as the underdog, the Bulldogs have gone 3-7 vs. the spread.</p><p>Today's over/under line of 138.5 is lower than the average over/under line in Fresno State's games this year (138.9). Currently, their over/under record is 8-5. Over their last three games, their games have averaged 130 points compared to their season average of 141.8 points per game.</p><p>In contrast to their season average of 69.6 points per game, the Fresno State had a below average performance. They scored 47 points against San Diego State and had a field goal percentage of 34.5%. The team's top scorer is Isaiah Hill, who enters today's matchup with an average of 12.8, while Xavier Dusell also carries a PPG average of 10.2 into the game.</p><p>Coming into today's game, the Fresno State defense is giving up an average of 72.3 points per contest. In today's game, the Fresno State defense will be looking to once again do a good job defending the three-point line, as they gave up just 5 three-pointers while giving up 74 points.</p>

Nevada Wolf Pack vs Fresno State Bulldogs Betting Pick & Prediction 1/6/24

<p>The 49ers are favored by -4.5 as they host the Cowboys at Levi's Stadium in Santa Clara, CA. This week eight NFC matchup is set for 8:20 ET on Sunday, October 27th and will be televised on NBC. The 49ers' money line odds are -221, while the Cowboys' odds are +180. The over/under line is set at 47 points.</p><h3>DALLAS COWBOYS VS SAN FRANCISCO 49ERS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: San Francisco 49ers -4.5</p><p>This game will be played at Levi's Stadium at 8:20 ET on Sunday, October 27th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE SAN FRANCISCO 49ERS:</h3><ul><li>We have the 49ers winning this one by a score of 32 to 23</li><li>Not only do we have the 49ers winning straight-up, we have them covering the spread at -4.5</li><li>Look for this game to go over the line of 47 points</li></ul><h3>Will The Cowboys Pull Off An Upset As Road Underdogs</h3><p>Heading into week 8, the Cowboys have a 3-3 record, putting them 3rd in the NFC East. Dallas has been much better on the road this season, with all three of their wins coming away from home. This includes victories over the Giants and Steelers in weeks 4 and 5. However, they couldn’t keep the streak going in week 6, suffering a 47-9 home loss to the Lions.</p> <p>According to our power rankings, the Cowboys sit 23rd in the NFL, and they have a 17.3% chance of making the playoffs. Against the spread, Dallas is 2-4, with both of their ATS wins coming as underdogs. Their O/U record is 4-2, with their games averaging 49 points per contest.</p><p>Heading into week 8, the Cowboys rank 21st in our offensive power rankings. They are 18th in the NFL in scoring, averaging 21 points per game, and 12th in yards per game with 336.5. Dallas has leaned heavily on the passing game, ranking 2nd in both passing attempts (39.7) and passing yards per game (259.3). However, they rank 28th in rushing attempts and 30th in rushing yards per game, averaging just 77.2 yards on the ground.</p> <p>After throwing for 352 yards and 2 touchdowns in week 5, Dak Prescott struggled in week 6, finishing with 178 yards and 2 interceptions on 17/33 passing. The Cowboys also struggled on 3rd down, converting just 3 of 13 attempts, and failed to score on 3 red zone trips. CeeDee Lamb led the team with 7 catches for 89 yards, while Rico Dowdle had 25 rushing yards on 5 carries.</p><p>In their 47-9 loss to the Lions, the Cowboys' defense gave up 492 yards and allowed Detroit to convert on 40% of their third down attempts. Dallas struggled to defend the run, giving up 184 yards on 36 attempts (5.1 per attempt) and allowed three passing touchdowns. They did manage to record three sacks, but Detroit still had a big day offensively, averaging 11.4 yards per passing attempt.<p></p>Despite the high number of sacks, the Cowboys lost the QB hit differential and tackles for loss differentials in their most recent game.</p><h3>Are The 49ers Going To Defend Home Field Advantage?</h3><p>Heading into week 8, the 49ers are 6th in our NFL power rankings despite their 3-4 record. Our projections give them a 44.5% chance of making the playoffs and a 39.2% chance of winning the NFC West. San Francisco is 1-2 in division games and 1-3 in conference play, putting them 3rd in the NFC West. They are 2-2 at home and 1-2 on the road.</p> <p>The 49ers couldn’t build on their week 6 win over the Seahawks, losing 28-18 at home to the Chiefs in week 7. They were favored by 2.5 points but couldn’t get the win, dropping their ATS record to 3-4. San Francisco has been favored in all of their games this season. Their O/U record is 4-3, with their games averaging 48.3 points compared to an average line of 46.</p><p>Heading into week 8, the 49ers are 9th in our offensive power rankings. They rank 7th in the NFL in points per game (25.7) and 3rd in yards per game (404.3). San Francisco is 15th in passing attempts but 4th in passing yards, averaging 254.4 per game. They are 9th in rushing attempts and 7th in rushing yards, with 149.9 per game. On 3rd down, they rank 8th with a 42% conversion rate, but they are 21st in red zone conversion percentage, despite being 2nd in attempts.</p> <p>Brock Purdy struggled in week 7, throwing for 212 yards and 3 interceptions against the Chiefs, finishing with a passer rating of 36. Before that, he had a 129 passer rating in week 6, with 255 yards and 3 touchdowns against Seattle. George Kittle led the team in week 7 with 6 catches for 92 yards, but he is questionable for week 8 with a foot injury.</p><p>In their 28-18 loss to the Chiefs, the 49ers' defense allowed just 145 passing yards on 16 completions. However, they struggled to stop the run, giving up 184 yards on 39 attempts, averaging 4.7 yards per attempt. Despite this, the defense managed to come away with two interceptions and two sacks. <p></p>On third downs, the 49ers allowed the Chiefs to convert 57.1% of their chances. Even though they gave up 184 rushing yards, the 49ers did a good job limiting the Chiefs' big plays in the running game.</p>

Dallas Cowboys vs San Francisco 49ers Betting Pick & Prediction 10/27/24

<p>Don't miss out on the NCAA showdown between the Blue Devils and Hawks. The game is starting at 7:00 ET on ESPN+, and it's hosted by the Hawks at Hagan Arena in Philadelphia, PA. Get ready to place your bets! The over/under for this non-conference contest is set at 142.5 points, with Saint Joseph's being favored by -15.5 over Central Connecticut State.</p><h3>CENTRAL CONNECTICUT STATE BLUE DEVILS VS SAINT JOSEPH'S HAWKS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Central Connecticut State Blue Devils +15.5</p><p>This game will be played at Hagan Arena at 7:00 ET on Friday, November 8th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE CENTRAL CONNECTICUT STATE BLUE DEVILS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 78-68 in favor of the Hawks.</li><li>Even though we have Saint Joseph's winning straight-up, we like Central Connecticut State at +15.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 142.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 146 points.</li></ul><h3>Will the Blue Devils Pull Through as the Away Underdog?</h3><p>Central Connecticut State put up a strong fight in their season opener against Providence on Monday. Despite being +18.5 point underdogs, the Blue Devils kept it close, losing 59-55 on the road. They not only covered the spread but also kept the game’s total points (114) well under the O/U line of 135.5.</p> <p>CCSU led 26-24 at halftime but couldn’t hold on as Providence outscored them 35-29 in the 2nd half. While they didn’t come away with the win, the Blue Devils showed they can compete against tougher opponents.</p><p>Central Connecticut State struggled offensively in their last game, shooting just 31.5% from the field and failing to hit a three-pointer, going 0-for-8 from beyond the arc. Their effective field goal percentage matched their overall shooting percentage at 31.5%, and they managed only 3 assists as a team.</p> <p>At the free-throw line, the Blue Devils connected on 80.8%, hitting 21 of 26 attempts. They also grabbed 10 offensive rebounds. Bensley Joseph and Jordan Jones each scored 21 points, with Joseph hitting 5 threes at a 50% clip.</p><p>Central Connecticut State put up a strong defensive performance, holding their opponent to just 59 points on 37% shooting from the field. They were particularly effective at defending the three-point line, where they allowed only 8 made threes on 32 attempts, a 25% shooting rate.</p> <p>Inside the arc, the Blue Devils gave up 12 two-point field goals on 21 attempts, a 57% success rate. They also sent their opponent to the free-throw line 15 times, where they converted 11 free throws, shooting 73%. Central Connecticut State allowed 13 offensive rebounds in the game.</p><h3>Can Saint Joseph's Live Up to the Hype at Home?</h3><h3>Saint Joseph's Hawks Recent Game/Games</h3> <p>Saint Joseph's opened their season with a 70-63 win over Navy on Monday, November 4th. Despite being -16.5 favorites, the Hawks didn't cover the spread, and the total points of 133 fell short of the 140.5 O/U line.</p> <p>After trailing 33-28 at halftime, Saint Joseph's turned things around by outscoring Navy 42-30 in the 2nd half.</p><p>Saint Joseph's put up 70 points in their last game, shooting 43.5% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 52.2%. They connected on 36.4% of their three-point attempts, hitting 8 of 22 from deep, while shooting 50% on two-pointers (12/24). At the free-throw line, the Hawks made 22 of 29 attempts, good for 75.9%.</p> <p>Erik Reynolds II led the way with 29 points, shooting 6 of 13 from beyond the arc (46.2%) and 9 of 17 overall. Austin Benigni also went 9 of 17 from the field, adding 23 points and 3 assists. Xzayvier Brown contributed 22 points and 5 rebounds, while Aidan Kehoe grabbed 9 boards to go along with his 12 points.</p><p>Saint Joseph's Hawks held their opponent to 63 points, with a shooting percentage of 43% from the field. The opposing team made 20 of their 46 field goal attempts.</p> <p>Defensively, the Hawks allowed 12 two-point field goals on 24 attempts (50%) and 8 three-pointers on 22 attempts (36%). The opponent also went to the free-throw line 29 times, making 22 free throws (75%).</p>

Central Connecticut State Blue Devils vs Saint Joseph's Hawks NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 11/8/24

<p>Looking to win big? The Red Wolves and Crimson Tide face off at 8:00 ET on None. The Crimson Tide are hosting the game at Coleman Coliseum in Tuscaloosa, AL. The over/under for this non-conference contest is set at 167.5 points, with Alabama being favored by -22.5 over Arkansas State.</p><h3>ARKANSAS STATE RED WOLVES VS ALABAMA CRIMSON TIDE BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Arkansas State Red Wolves +22.5</p><p>This game will be played at Coleman Coliseum at 8:00 ET on Friday, November 8th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE ARKANSAS STATE RED WOLVES:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 77-70 in favor of the Crimson Tide.</li><li>Even though we have Alabama winning straight-up, we like Arkansas State at +22.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 167.5 points, and we like the under with a projected 147 points.</li></ul><h3>Will Arkansas State Make it Happen on the Road?</h3><p>Arkansas State opened their season with an 80-75 win over Akron on Monday. The Red Wolves were -5.5 favorites at home but didn’t cover the spread. The game’s total points of 155 exceeded the O/U line of 149.5.</p> <p>Arkansas State led 40-30 at halftime but allowed 42 points in the 2nd half while scoring 32. They’ll need to tighten up defensively moving forward.</p><p>Arkansas State put up 80 points in their last game, shooting 46.4% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 52.2%. They connected on 57.5% of their two-point attempts, while hitting just 31% from beyond the arc, going 9-for-29 from three-point range.</p> <p>Joseph Pinion led the way, hitting 4-of-5 threes and shooting 83.3% overall in 22 minutes. Sharron Young also made a big impact in limited time, scoring 15 points on 6-of-8 shooting, including 3-of-5 from deep.</p><p>Defensively, Arkansas State gave up 75 points, with their opponents shooting 46% from the field. The Red Wolves allowed 34 made field goals on 73 attempts.</p> <p>Inside the arc, Arkansas State's defense allowed 58% shooting, with 25 two-pointers made on 43 attempts. From three-point range, their opponents shot 30%, hitting 9 of 30 attempts. The Red Wolves sent their opponents to the free-throw line 6 times, where they made 3 free throws.</p><h3>Can the Crimson Tide Hold Strong at Home?</h3><p>Alabama opened their season with a dominant 110-54 win over UNC Asheville on Monday. Playing at home, the Crimson Tide entered the game as -28.5 favorites and covered the spread with ease.</p> <p>After leading 50-29 at halftime, Alabama turned up the heat, scoring 60 points in the 2nd half while holding the Bulldogs to just 25. The total points for the game were 164, just under the O/U line of 164.5.</p><p>Alabama's offense was firing on all cylinders in their last game, putting up 110 points while shooting 63.3% from the field. Their effective field goal percentage was an impressive 70%, with a 71.4% success rate on two-pointers and 44.4% from beyond the arc.</p> <p>Mark Sears led the way with 20 points, hitting 3 of 4 from deep and shooting 75% overall. Clifford Omoruyi was perfect from the field, going 6 for 6 and adding 8 rebounds. Alabama also connected on 26 free throws and dished out 21 assists.</p><p>Alabama's defense struggled in their last game, giving up 54 points while allowing the opposition to shoot 63% from the field. The Crimson Tide had a tough time defending inside, as the other team connected on 71% of their two-point attempts, going 30/42.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Alabama allowed 8 threes on 18 attempts, a 44% shooting clip. The opposition also got to the free-throw line 37 times, making 26 for 70%. Alabama gave up 14 offensive rebounds in the game.</p>

Arkansas State Red Wolves vs Alabama Crimson Tide NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 11/8/24

<p>Don't miss out on the NHL showdown between the Wild and Ducks. The game is starting at 10:00 ET on ESPN+, and it's hosted by the Ducks at Honda Center in Anaheim, CA. Get ready to place your bets! In this Western matchup, the Wild are favored by -1.5 goals against the Ducks. The over/under for the game is 6 goals.</p><h3>MINNESOTA WILD VS ANAHEIM DUCKS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Anaheim Ducks +1.5</p><p>This game will be played at Honda Center at 10:00 ET on Friday, November 8th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE ANAHEIM DUCKS:</h3><ul><li>Even though they are considered 1.5-goal underdogs, our projection points to a 4-3 win for the Ducks.</li><li>We like the Ducks on the moneyline (+154)</li><li>The Ducks are also our pick on the spread at +1.5</li></ul><h3>Can Minnesota Pull Off A Win at Honda Center?</h3><p>The Wild improved to 9-2-2 with a 2-1 overtime win against the Maple Leafs. Minnesota was favored on the puck line but failed to cover. The total was set at 6 goals, and the game’s 3 combined goals fell short of that mark.</p> <p>Ryan Hartman scored first for the Wild at 9:41 in the first period, but the Maple Leafs tied it up with just 52 seconds left in the period. Matt Boldy scored the game-winner at 2:14 into overtime.</p><p>Ryan Hartman opened the scoring for the Wild, netting his third goal of the season at 9:41 in the first period. Matt Boldy followed with his sixth goal, which came 2:14 into overtime to secure the win.</p> <p>Jared Spurgeon picked up two assists, bringing his season total to three. The Wild fired 33 shots on goal but struggled with giveaways, tallying 15 in the game.</p><p>Defensively, the Wild gave up a late first-period goal to the Maple Leafs but held them scoreless the rest of the way, leading to a 2-1 overtime win. Filip Gustavsson made 27 saves with a 96.4% save percentage, while the defense contributed 7 takeaways and 22 hits.</p><h3>No Pressure for Anaheim as Home Dogs</h3><p>With a 4-2 loss to the Blackhawks, the Ducks now sit at 4-6-2 for the season. Anaheim entered the game as -1.5 goal favorites, failing to cover the puck line. The total was set at 6.5 goals, and the combined 6 goals fell just short of that mark.</p> 

<p>Anaheim’s defense struggled early, allowing two goals in the first period. They didn’t score until the 10:16 mark of the third period, when Brock McGinn found the net. Mason McTavish added another goal for the Ducks with just 4 seconds left in the game.</p><p>Anaheim took 39 shots on goal in their 4-2 loss to Chicago, but only found the net twice. Brock McGinn scored his second goal of the season at 9:44 in the third period, while Mason McTavish added his second goal on a power play with just four seconds left in the game.</p> <p>Ryan Strome picked up his fourth assist of the season, and Troy Terry added his fifth. The Ducks had 16 giveaways in the game.</p><p>Defensively, the Ducks struggled early, conceding the first three goals of the game. Two of those came in the first period, including one at 16:44, and another was scored at 18:05 in the second. Lukas Dostal finished with 25 saves and a save percentage of 86.2%. The Ducks' defense also recorded 6 takeaways and 15 hits.</p>

Minnesota Wild vs Anaheim Ducks Betting Pick & Prediction 11/8/24

<p>Betting on today's Tigers and Dukes game? Catch the action at CURE Insurance Arena in Trenton, NJ, as the Dukes hosts this showdown at 8:30 ET on None. Princeton is favored by -5.5 in this non-conference showdown. The game's over/under is currently at 146.5 points.</p><h3>PRINCETON TIGERS VS DUQUESNE DUKES BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Duquesne Dukes +5.5</p><p>This game will be played at CURE Insurance Arena at 8:30 ET on Friday, November 8th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE DUQUESNE DUKES:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 77-68 in favor of the Dukes.</li><li>Not only will Duquesne pick up the win, but look for them to cover at +5.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 146.5 points, and we like the under with a projected 145 points.</li></ul><h3>Can the Tigers Pull Out the Win as Road Favorites?</h3><h3>Princeton Tigers Recent Game/Games</h3> <p>Princeton narrowly edged out Iona 81-80 on Monday, November 4th, in a home game. The Tigers were -12 favorites going into the game but didn’t cover the spread. The total points for the game were 161, surpassing the O/U line of 144.5.</p> <p>After trailing 49-37 at halftime, Princeton turned things around in the 2nd half, outscoring Iona 44-31 to secure the win.</p><p>Princeton's offense was firing on all cylinders in their last game, scoring 81 points with a field goal percentage of 55.4%. Their effective field goal percentage was 62.5%, thanks in large part to their dominant two-point shooting, where they hit 76.7% (23/30) of their attempts. From beyond the arc, they connected on 8 of 26 threes, shooting 30.8%.</p> <p>Free-throw shooting was a struggle, as they hit just 50% (11/22) from the line. Xaivian Lee led the way with 27 points and 6 assists, shooting 64.3% overall and 42.9% from three. Adam Njie added 19 points, hitting 3 of 4 threes, while Caden Pierce contributed 18 points and 9 rebounds, shooting 70% from the field.</p><p>Princeton's defense struggled in their last game, giving up 80 points on 55% shooting from the field. They had particular trouble inside, where they allowed 76% shooting on two-point attempts, with the opposing team hitting 23 of 30 shots.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Princeton's defense held their opponent to 30% shooting, as they made 8 of 26 three-point attempts. The opposing team also shot 50% from the free-throw line, converting 11 of 22 attempts. Princeton gave up 9 offensive rebounds.</p><h3>Will Duquesne Win at Home?</h3><h3>Duquesne Dukes Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Duquesne dropped their season opener at home, losing 77-72 to Lipscomb on Monday. The Dukes were -3.5 point favorites but failed to cover the spread. The total points for the game hit 149, just over the pre-game O/U line of 148.5.</p> 

<p>After trailing 41-34 at halftime, Duquesne outscored Lipscomb 38-36 in the second half but couldn’t complete the comeback.</p><p>Jacob Ognacevic led Duquesne with 30 points and 10 rebounds, shooting 55.6% from the field and 33.3% from three in their last game. Tre Dinkins added 16 points, hitting 3 of 6 from beyond the arc, while Will Pruitt contributed 15 points and 6 rebounds.</p> <p>As a team, the Dukes shot 45.9% from the field, with an effective field goal percentage of 50.8%. They connected on 30% of their threes (6/20) and struggled at the free-throw line, hitting just 52.6% (10/19). Duquesne recorded 10 assists and 8 offensive rebounds in the game.</p><p>Defensively, Duquesne allowed 77 points while their opponent shot 45% from the field, connecting on 28 of 62 attempts. Inside the arc, the Dukes gave up 22 two-point baskets on 42 attempts, a 52% shooting rate.</p> <p>From three-point range, Duquesne's defense held their opponent to 6 made threes on 20 attempts, a 30% shooting performance. The Dukes also sent their opponent to the free-throw line 19 times, where they hit 10 free throws, shooting 52%. Duquesne allowed 9 offensive rebounds in the game.</p>

Princeton Tigers vs Duquesne Dukes NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 11/8/24

<p>Don't miss out on the NCAA showdown between the Eagles and Horned Frogs. The game is starting at 8:00 ET on None, and it's hosted by the Horned Frogs at Ed and Rae Schollmaier Arena in Fort Worth, TX. Get ready to place your bets! The odds for this non-conference game currently have TCU as the -17.5 favorite, with the over/under line sitting at 146.5 points.</p><h3>FLORIDA GULF COAST EAGLES VS TCU HORNED FROGS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Florida Gulf Coast Eagles +17.5</p><p>This game will be played at Ed and Rae Schollmaier Arena at 8:00 ET on Friday, November 8th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE FLORIDA GULF COAST EAGLES:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 75-71 in favor of the Horned Frogs.</li><li>Even though we have TCU winning straight-up, we like Florida Gulf Coast at +17.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 146.5 points, and we like the under with a projected 146 points.</li></ul><h3>Is a Win at Fort Worth Possible for the Eagles?</h3><h3>Florida Gulf Coast Eagles Recent Game/Games</h3>

<p>Florida Gulf Coast dropped their season opener on Monday, falling 73-64 to UNCG on the road. The Eagles entered the game as +5.5 point underdogs and failed to cover the spread. The total points for the game ended at 137, just over the pre-game O/U line of 135.</p> 

<p>FGCU found themselves in a 44-30 hole at halftime but showed resilience in the second half, outscoring UNCG 34-29. While they tightened up defensively, the Eagles couldn’t overcome the early deficit.</p><p>Florida Gulf Coast managed just 64 points in their latest game, shooting 39.7% from the field and 30% from beyond the arc, hitting 9 of 30 threes. Their effective field goal percentage was 48.3%, with a 50% success rate on two-point attempts.</p> <p>Donovan Atwell and Kenyon Giles each contributed 17 points, with Atwell hitting 4 of 8 threes and Giles connecting on 5 of 11. Keeshawn Kellman added 15 points, shooting 75% from the field and making his only three-point attempt.</p><p>Florida Gulf Coast's defense held their opponent to 73 points on 36% shooting from the field, including 33% from two-point range (10/30). However, they allowed 12 three-pointers on 31 attempts, with the opposition shooting 38% from beyond the arc.</p> <p>At the free-throw line, Florida Gulf Coast's opponent shot 85%, making 17 of 20 attempts. The Eagles also gave up 12 offensive rebounds in the game.</p><h3>Can the Horned Frogs Pull Off a Home Win?</h3><p>TCU opened their season with a dominant 105-59 win over Florida A&M on Monday. Playing at home, the Horned Frogs were heavy favorites at -27.5 and covered the spread comfortably. The game’s total points of 164 exceeded the over/under line of 146.</p> <p>TCU took control early, leading 59-22 at halftime. They added another 46 points in the second half while allowing 37 points to the Rattlers.</p><p>TCU's offense was firing on all cylinders in their last game, putting up 105 points while shooting 54.7% from the field. Their effective field goal percentage was an impressive 64%, thanks in part to hitting 14 of 30 from beyond the arc (46.7%) and shooting 60% on two-point attempts.</p> <p>The Horned Frogs dished out 29 assists and grabbed 15 offensive rebounds. Vasean Allette led the way with 20 points on 9-of-13 shooting, while Frankie Collins contributed 14 points, 7 rebounds, and 5 assists. Jace Posey knocked down 3 of 4 threes, finishing with 11 points.</p><p>Despite TCU's defensive struggles, they managed to hold their opponent to 59 points. The Horned Frogs allowed a 54% shooting performance, with the other team hitting 41 of their 75 shots.</p> <p>TCU gave up 27 two-pointers on 45 attempts (60%) and 14 threes on 30 attempts (46%). They also sent their opponent to the line 16 times, where they made 9 free throws (56%).</p>

Florida Gulf Coast Eagles vs TCU Horned Frogs NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 11/8/24

<p>PEAC will be handling the TV broadcast as the Penn State Nittany Lions host the Washington Huskies in a week 11 matchup. The game is set for 8:00 ET at Beaver Stadium in University Park. Penn State comes in with a 7-1 record, and the over/under line is currently at 45.5 points. The Nittany Lions are favored by -13.5 points over the Huskies, who are 5-4 on the season.</p><h3>WASHINGTON HUSKIES VS PENN STATE NITTANY LIONS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Washington Huskies +13.5</p><p>This game will be played at Beaver Stadium at 8:00 ET on Saturday, November 9th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE WASHINGTON HUSKIES:</h3><ul><li>We have the Penn State Nittany Lions winning this one by a score of 28 to 17</li><li>Even though we like the Penn State Nittany Lions to win, our ATS pick is to take the Washington Huskies at +13.5</li><li>We see this game finishing below the line of 45.5 points</li></ul><h3>Will The Washington Huskies Pull Off An Upset As Road Underdogs</h3><p>Washington heads into Week 11 against Penn State with a 5-4 record, ranked 41st in our power rankings. They have a 77.5% chance of becoming bowl-eligible. The Huskies are 4-1 at home but have struggled on the road, going 0-3 this season.</p> <p></p><p>Washington’s ATS record is 3-5, with a 3-2 mark at home and 0-3 on the road. They’ve been favored in four games, going 2-2 against the spread as the favorite. Their average scoring margin is +4.6 points per game.</p> <p></p><p>The Huskies’ over/under record stands at 2-6, with their games averaging 42.6 points. Their average O/U line is 47.7 points, and this week’s line is set at 45.5 points.</p><p>Washington’s offense ranks 77th in points per game, scoring 23.6, and they are 85th in third-down conversions, with a 37.4% success rate. However, they are 45th in our offensive power rankings heading into week 11. They have been effective in the passing game, ranking 8th in completions and 16th in passing yards, averaging 280.7 yards per game. They are 4th in completion percentage, completing 71.5% of their passes, and 22nd in passing attempts.</p> <p></p><p>Will Rogers has thrown for 2,284 yards and has a passer rating of 105. He has 13 touchdowns and 4 interceptions this season. Jonah Coleman leads the rushing attack with 889 yards and 7 touchdowns, averaging 6 yards per carry. Denzel Boston has 682 receiving yards and 9 touchdowns on 53 catches.</p><p>Washington's defense has been strong this season, ranking 23rd nationally by allowing just 19 points per game. They’ve been particularly effective against the pass, giving up only 142 yards per game, the 5th-lowest in the country, and holding opposing quarterbacks to a 66.6 passer rating, with a completion rate of just 51%.</p> <p></p><p>In their recent game against USC, Washington’s defense forced three interceptions but also allowed 459 total yards, including 293 passing yards and two passing touchdowns. USC also ran the ball 29 times for 166 yards.</p><h3>Are The Penn State Nittany Lions Going To Defend Home Field Advantage?</h3><p>Penn State enters Week 11 with a 7-1 record, ranked 11th in our power rankings. They are a lock for bowl eligibility and have a 5.2% chance of winning the Big Ten. However, they hold the 6th best odds to make the playoff at 74.5%.</p> <p></p><p>The Nittany Lions have gone 4-1 at home and 2-0 on the road this season. They’ve been favored in six of their eight games, going 6-0 as the favorite. Their average scoring margin is +15.8, and they are 3-4 against the spread.</p> <p></p><p>Penn State’s over/under record is 1-6, with an average line of 50.1 points. This week’s line is 45.5 points, and their games have averaged 45.8 points per contest.</p><p>Heading into week 11, Penn State’s offense is averaging 30.8 points per game, placing them 38th in the nation. However, they are ranked 16th in our offensive power rankings. Their third-down conversion rate is 47.3%, and they are 9th in passer rating at 115. They also rank 5th in completion percentage, completing 71.4% of their passes.</p> <p></p><p>Quarterback Drew Allar has thrown for 1,786 yards with a passer rating of 111, completing 70.1% of his passes. He has 12 touchdowns and five interceptions. On the ground, Penn State averages 189.2 rushing yards per game. Kaytron Allen leads the team with 536 rushing yards, averaging 4 yards per carry and scoring four touchdowns.</p><p>Even in their recent 20-13 loss to Ohio State, Penn State's defense played well, allowing just 20 points. They gave up 361 total yards, including 179 rushing yards on 38 attempts and 182 passing yards, while also recording an interception.</p> <p></p><p>On the season, Penn State ranks 7th nationally, allowing just 15 points per game. They’ve given up 107 rushing yards per game (21st) and 175.5 passing yards per game, with opposing quarterbacks completing 55.6% of their passes and posting a passer rating of 74.1.</p>

Washington Huskies vs Penn State Nittany Lions Betting Pick & Prediction 11/9/24

<p>Making on a bet on this NCAA game featuring the Bulls versus the Cougars? Tip off is at at 7:00 ET, and you can watch it all unfold on FloH. The game will be played at TD Arena in Charleston, SC. The over/under for this game is set at 155 points, and Charleston is favored by -3.5 against South Florida in a non-conference matchup.</p><h3>SOUTH FLORIDA BULLS VS CHARLESTON COUGARS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: South Florida Bulls +3.5</p><p>This game will be played at TD Arena at 7:00 ET on Friday, November 8th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE SOUTH FLORIDA BULLS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 74-72 in favor of the Cougars.</li><li>Even though we have Charleston winning straight-up, we like South Florida at +3.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 155 points, and we like the under with a projected 146 points.</li></ul><h3>Can South Florida Deliver Being Underdogs on the Road?</h3><h3>South Florida Bulls Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>South Florida dropped their season opener to the Gators on Monday, falling 98-83 on the road. Entering the game as +10.5 point underdogs, the Bulls not only lost but also failed to cover the spread.</p> 

<p>Despite leading 40-39 at halftime, South Florida couldn’t keep pace in the 2nd half, allowing 59 points while scoring 43. The game’s total points of 181 exceeded the O/U line of 152.5.</p><p>South Florida put up 83 points in their last game, shooting 44.4% from the field. Their effective field goal percentage was 54%, thanks in part to hitting 50% from three-point range, connecting on 13 of 26 attempts. They also made 82.4% of their free throws, going 14 for 17 from the line.</p> <p>Walter Clayton Jr. led the way with 29 points, shooting 66.7% overall. Will Richard added 25 points, while Jamille Reynolds contributed 17 points, hitting 7 of 13 shots. Kasen Jennings knocked down 3 of 6 threes, finishing with 15 points.</p><p>South Florida's defense struggled in their last game, giving up 98 points on 52% shooting from the field. They allowed 73% shooting on two-point attempts, with the opposing team hitting 28 of 38 shots inside the arc.</p> <p>From three-point range, South Florida held the other team to 20% shooting, as they made just 5 of 25 attempts. However, they sent them to the free-throw line 33 times, where they converted 27 free throws (81%).</p><h3>Is A Home Victory Likely for the Favored Cougars?</h3><h3>Charleston Cougars Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>The Cougars opened their season with a 90-80 win over Southern Illinois on Monday. Charleston, who were -5.5 favorites, covered the spread in the road victory.</p> 

<p>Charleston led 45-42 at halftime and maintained their pace in the 2nd half, scoring another 45 points while holding the Salukis to 38. The game’s total points of 170 exceeded the O/U line of 144.5.</p><p>Charleston's offense was firing on all cylinders, putting up 90 points with a field goal percentage of 56.4% and an effective field goal percentage of 65.5%. They hit 45% from beyond the arc, connecting on 9 of 20 attempts, while shooting 62.9% on two-pointers. Their free-throw shooting was less impressive, hitting just 63.3% from the line.</p> <p>Ante Brzovic led the way with 27 points and 9 rebounds, shooting 68.8% from the field. Elijah Elliott added 23 points, hitting 3 of 7 from deep, and CJ Fulton contributed 17 points and 7 assists, knocking down 3 of 6 from three-point range. Deywilk Tavarez was perfect from beyond the arc, hitting all 3 of his attempts.</p><p>Charleston's defense gave up 80 points in their last game, with the opposing team shooting 40% from the field. They allowed 20 two-point baskets on 41 attempts, a 48% shooting rate.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, the Cougars held their opponent to 5 made threes on 21 attempts, a 23% shooting performance. However, they sent the other team to the free-throw line 33 times, where they converted 25 free throws, a 75% rate.</p>

South Florida Bulls vs Charleston Cougars NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 11/8/24

<p>Looking to win big? The Highlanders and Wildcats face off at 8:30 ET on None. The Wildcats are hosting the game at Finneran Pavilion in Villanova, PA. The over/under for this non-conference contest is set at 138.5 points, with Villanova being favored by -21.5 over NJIT.</p><h3>NJIT HIGHLANDERS VS VILLANOVA WILDCATS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: NJIT Highlanders +21.5</p><p>This game will be played at Finneran Pavilion at 8:30 ET on Friday, November 8th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE NJIT HIGHLANDERS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 75-70 in favor of the Wildcats.</li><li>Even though we have Villanova winning straight-up, we like NJIT at +21.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 138.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 145 points.</li></ul><h3>Can the Highlanders Pull Off a Road Win?</h3><p>On Monday, November 4th, the NJIT Highlanders narrowly lost to the Penn Quakers, 58-57, in their season opener. Despite being +8.5 point underdogs, NJIT kept the game closer than expected, covering the spread. The total points for the game were 115, falling well short of the 144-point over/under line.</p> <p>NJIT looked strong early on, leading 34-22 at halftime. However, they struggled in the second half, scoring just 23 points while allowing Penn to put up 36 points, leading to the narrow loss.</p><p>NJIT's offense struggled in their last game, scoring just 57 points on 37% shooting from the field. They hit 29.2% from three-point range, connecting on 7 of 24 attempts, and finished with an effective field goal percentage of 44.4%.</p> <p>Tariq Francis and Sebastian Robinson each scored 20 points, with Robinson adding 9 rebounds. Dylan Williams contributed 17 points, hitting 3 of 4 from beyond the arc, while Ethan Roberts chipped in 15 points despite shooting 1 of 5 from three.</p><p>Even with NJIT's strong defensive effort, holding their opponent to 58 points on 37% shooting, the Highlanders couldn't come away with the win. They limited the damage inside, allowing just 13 two-point field goals on 30 attempts (43%).</p> <p>From beyond the arc, NJIT's defense held their opponent to 7 made threes on 24 attempts (29%). The Highlanders also sent them to the line 13 times, where they converted 10 free throws (76%). NJIT gave up 8 offensive rebounds in the game.</p><h3>Will Villanova Live Up to Expectations at Home?</h3><p>Villanova's season got off to a rocky start with a 90-80 loss to Columbia on Wednesday. The Wildcats were heavy favorites, entering the game as -16.5 point favorites, but failed to cover the spread.</p> <p>Villanova trailed 39-37 at halftime and struggled defensively in the second half, allowing 51 points while scoring 43. The total points for the game reached 170, surpassing the O/U line of 147.5.</p><p>Villanova put up 80 points in their last game, shooting 45% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 53.3%. They hit 11 threes at a 34.4% clip, while connecting on 57.1% of their two-point attempts. At the free-throw line, they were nearly automatic, going 15-for-17 for an 88.2% rate.</p> <p>Eric Dixon led the way with 33 points, shooting 11-for-16 overall and 5-for-7 from beyond the arc. Avery Brown also had an efficient night, hitting 5 of 7 shots and making his only three-point attempt. Villanova recorded 16 assists and grabbed 13 offensive rebounds in the win.</p><p>Villanova's defense struggled in their last game, giving up 90 points while allowing the opposition to shoot 45% from the field. Inside the arc, they allowed 57% shooting, with the other team hitting 16 of 28 two-point attempts.</p> <p>From three-point range, Villanova's opponents made 11 of 32 shots, good for 34%. The Wildcats also sent them to the line 17 times, where they converted 15 free throws at an 88% clip. Villanova allowed 13 offensive rebounds in the game.</p>

NJIT Highlanders vs Villanova Wildcats NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 11/8/24

<p>Betting on today's Cardinal and Bruins game? Catch the action at Pauley Pavilion in Los Angeles, CA, as the Bruins hosts this showdown at 9:00 ET on ESPN2. This Pac-12 conference matchup has an over/under of 139 points, and the Bruins are favored to win at home vs. the Cardinal.</p><h3>STANFORD CARDINAL VS UCLA BRUINS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: UCLA Bruins -4.5</p><p>This game will be played at Pauley Pavilion at 9:00 ET on Wednesday, January 3rd.</p><h3>WHY BET THE UCLA BRUINS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 77-68 in favor of the Bruins.</li><li>Not only will UCLA pick up the win, but look for them to cover at -4.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 139 points, and we like the over with a projected 145 points.</li></ul><h3>Can the Cardinal Pull Off a Win at Los Angeles?</h3><p>Stanford enters their 13th game of the season with a 6-6 overall record. They have a 0-2 record on the road and a 6-3 record at home. As Stanford enters today's game, their ATS record stands at 6-5. Looking at their last five games, the team has gone 3-2 vs. the spread.</p><p>Up to this point, games involving Stanford have had an average of 154.5 points per game, with the average over/under line set at 149.8 points. Their over/under record is 8-3-0. When analyzing the Cardinal's last five games, they have produced a combined average of 152 points per game and an over/under record of 4-1.</p><p>Stanford's offense had a good outing, putting up 100 points against Arizona. They achieved a 58.1% field goal percentage and went 12/14 from the free-throw line. For the season, the Stanford offense has been one of the more efficient shooting teams in the NCAA with a field goal percentage of 48%. So far, they have hit 56% of their looks from inside the arc, and are averaging 9.4 made three's per contest.</p><p>At this time, the Cardinal's defense is positioned 214th in the country, permitting 75.3 points per game. In their most recent game, the Stanford defense struggled to defend the three-point line, as Arizona knocked down 16 three-pointers on their way to 82 points.</p><h3>Is a Home Win Possible for UCLA?</h3><p>So far this season, UCLA has played 13 games, with a 6-7 record. When playing on the road, the Bruins have a 2-3 record, while they have a 4-4 record at home. UCLA's ATS record is currently sitting below .500 at 5-7-1. Over their last five games, the team has gone 2-3 vs. the spread.</p><p>Looking at their over/under performance through 13 games, UCLA has an over/under record of 3-10-0, with their games averaging 129.3 points per game on average. In their most recent three games, the Bruins' over/under record is 1-2, with their games averaging 127 points per game.</p><p>Most recently, the UCLA offense finished with just 59 points vs. Oregon. For the game, they hit 3/19 three-point attempts and a field goal percentage of 42.9%. Sebastian Mack is leading the team in scoring at 13.8 points per contest. Adem Bona has also been a key contributor with a PPG average of 12.4 going into the game.</p><p>At present, the Bruins' defense is nationally ranked 17th, allowing 62.2 points per game. In their most recent game, the UCLA defense struggled to defend the three-point line, as Oregon knocked down 10 three-pointers on their way to 64 points.</p>

Stanford Cardinal vs UCLA Bruins Betting Pick & Prediction 1/3/24

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