<p>At 8:30 ET, the Golden State Warriors (-167) will take on the San Antonio Spurs (+142) at the Frost Bank Center in San Antonio. The Warriors are favored by 3.5 points, and the over/under line is set at 225.5.</p>

<p>Golden State is currently on a two-game win streak and sits at 12-3 on the season. They are 1st in the Western Conference and 1st in the Pacific Division. The Spurs are also on a two-game win streak, and they are 8-8 overall. San Antonio is 11th in the Western Conference and 4th in the Southwest Division.</p><h3>GOLDEN STATE WARRIORS VS SAN ANTONIO SPURS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: San Antonio Spurs +3.5</p><p>This game will be played at Frost Bank Center at 8:30 ET on Saturday, November 23rd.</p><h3>WHY BET THE SAN ANTONIO SPURS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 142-119 in favor of the Spurs.</li><li>Our projections have Victor Wembanyama finishing with 23 points, 11 rebounds and 4 assists.</li><li>From the field, we have the Spurs finishing with a field goal percentage of 46.0% and knocking down 16 threes.</li></ul><h3>Will Golden State Make it Happen on the Road?</h3><p>The Warriors improved to 12-3 on the season with a 112-108 win over the Pelicans on Friday. Golden State, favored by 10.5 points, didn’t cover the spread, but they still managed to pick up the win on the road. The total points for the game were set at 221.5, and the final score came in just under that, with 220 combined points.</p> <p>Golden State found themselves in a tough spot after the Pelicans went on a 13-0 run, taking the score from 38-33 to 46-38. However, the Warriors battled back, winning the 3rd quarter 25-21 and heading into the 4th with an 87-84 lead. They edged out the Pelicans 25-24 in the final quarter to secure the win.</p><p>Andrew Wiggins led the Warriors to a win over the Pelicans with 30 points, shooting 64.3% from the field and hitting 3 threes at 60%. Stephen Curry added 19 points, connecting on 4 threes at 57.1%.</p> <p>Golden State shot 32.4% from deep, making 12 threes, and finished with a 44.8% overall field goal percentage. Wiggins scored 13 points in the 1st quarter and added 7 more in the 4th.</p><p>Despite a tough 2nd quarter where they gave up 33 points, the Warriors tightened up their defense in the 3rd, allowing just 21 points to help secure the win over the Pelicans. Overall, they held New Orleans to 108 points on 44% shooting.</p> <p>Golden State did an excellent job defending the three, as the Pelicans shot just 30% from deep, making 12 threes. The Warriors also sent New Orleans to the line 22 times, where they hit 14 free throws. Defensively, the Warriors finished with 5 steals and 5 blocks.</p><h3>Will San Antonio Secure A Victory as Home Underdogs?</h3><p>The Spurs evened their record at 8-8 with a 126-118 win over the Jazz on Thursday. San Antonio, favored by 3 points, covered the spread at home. The game’s total of 244 points exceeded the over/under line of 224 by 20 points.</p> <p>Utah went on an 11-0 run early, but the Spurs rallied, outscoring the Jazz 34-22 in the 3rd quarter and 41-29 in the 4th to secure the win.</p><p>Harrison Barnes led the Spurs to a win over the Jazz, scoring 25 points and grabbing 10 rebounds, hitting 4 threes at an 80% clip. Zach Collins and Stephon Castle each added 18 points, with Castle also dishing out 6 assists.</p> <p>San Antonio shot 46.6% from the field, but struggled from beyond the arc, making just 9 threes at 28.1%. Chris Paul scored 11 of his 13 points in the 4th quarter, while Barnes poured in 14 points in the 2nd quarter.</p><p>Even with a tough 2nd quarter, the Spurs' defense held strong, giving up 118 points but still securing the win over the Jazz. Their best defensive effort came in the 3rd quarter, where they allowed just 22 points. Overall, they held Utah to 41% shooting from the field.</p> <p>San Antonio did a solid job defending the three, as the Jazz hit only 13 threes at a 28% clip. The Spurs also recorded 8 steals and 9 blocks in the game.</p>

Golden State Warriors vs San Antonio Spurs Betting Pick & Prediction 11/23/24

<p>Don't miss out on the NHL showdown between the Wild and Flames. The game is starting at 4:00 ET on ESPN+, and it's hosted by the Flames at Scotiabank Saddledome in Calgary, AB. Get ready to place your bets! In this Western matchup, the Wild are favored by -1.5 goals against the Flames. The over/under for the game is 5.5 goals.</p><h3>MINNESOTA WILD VS CALGARY FLAMES BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Calgary Flames +1.5</p><p>This game will be played at Scotiabank Saddledome at 4:00 ET on Saturday, November 23rd.</p><h3>WHY BET THE CALGARY FLAMES:</h3><ul><li>Despite being 1.5 goal underdogs, we predict the Flames to come out on top with a final score of 4-3.</li><li>We like the Flames on the moneyline (+122)</li><li>The Flames are also our pick on the spread at +1.5</li></ul><h3>Do the Wild Have What it Takes in Calgary?</h3><p>With a 2-1 overtime win against the Maple Leafs, the Wild improved to 13-3-3 this season. Minnesota was favored on the puck line, but didn’t cover. The total was set at 6 goals, and the combined 3 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 secured the win with a goal at 2:14 in overtime.</p><p>Ryan Hartman netted his third goal of the season for the Wild, with Matt Boldy adding his sixth in overtime to secure a 2-1 victory over Toronto. Jared Spurgeon contributed two assists, bringing his season total to three, while Marco Rossi picked up his seventh assist on Boldy's overtime goal.</p> <p>Minnesota fired 33 shots on goal but also had 15 giveaways. The Wild were held scoreless in the second and third periods before Boldy ended the game 2:14 into overtime.</p><p>Defensively, the Wild will look to carry over their performance from their last game, where they allowed just 1 goal to Toronto. Filip Gustavsson made 27 saves, finishing with a 96.4% save percentage. The defense also recorded 7 takeaways and 22 hits. The only goal they allowed came with 52 seconds left in the 1st period.</p><h3>Can Calgary Lock in a Home Win?</h3><p>Calgary fell to 11-6-3 after a 4-2 loss to the Oilers. The Flames were underdogs on the puck line, and the total was set at 6.5 goals, with the game’s 6 total goals falling just short of that mark.</p> 
<p>After trailing 2-0, Calgary tied the game in the third period, but Edmonton responded with two more goals to seal the win. Anthony Mantha and Yegor Sharangovich each scored for the Flames.</p><p>Calgary’s offense managed just two goals in their 4-2 loss to Edmonton. Anthony Mantha netted his fourth goal of the season on a power play, while Yegor Sharangovich followed with his first goal of the year.</p> <p>The Flames fired 31 shots on goal but struggled with giveaways, tallying 22 in the game. Calgary’s first goal came in the second period, with their second following in the third.</p><p>The Flames' defense will be looking to bounce back after allowing four goals to the Oilers in their last game. Dan Vladar made 27 saves with a 90% save percentage, but the defense gave up a goal just 20 seconds into the first period and another late in the third. They also allowed a power-play goal and an empty-netter. Defensively, the Flames finished with 4 takeaways and 13 hits.</p>

Minnesota Wild vs Calgary Flames Betting Pick & Prediction 11/23/24

<p>Betting on today's Sabres and Sharks game? Catch the action at SAP Center in San Jose, CA, as the Sharks hosts this showdown at 8:00 ET on NBCS. The Sabres come into this non-conference matchup favored by -1.5 goals. The over/under line currently sits at 6 goals.</p><h3>BUFFALO SABRES VS SAN JOSE SHARKS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: San Jose Sharks +1.5</p><p>This game will be played at SAP Center at 8:00 ET on Saturday, November 23rd.</p><h3>WHY BET THE SAN JOSE SHARKS:</h3><ul><li>The Sabres enter this game as 1.5-goal favorites and in our projections and we anticipate them winning by a score of 4-3.</li><li>Take the Sabres on the moneyline</li><li>On the puck line, we like Sharks (+1.5)</li></ul><h3>Taking a Look at the Sabres Chances on the Road</h3><p>After a 2-1 loss to the Red Wings, the Sabres’ record stands at 10-9-1. Buffalo’s defense held Detroit scoreless in the first period, but the Red Wings responded with two power-play goals in the second to secure the win.</p> 

<p>The total for the game was set at 6.5 goals, but the teams combined for just 3. As underdogs on the puck line, the Sabres failed to cover. Buffalo’s only goal came from Alex Tuch, who scored short-handed in the first period.</p><p>Buffalo's offense struggled in their 2-1 loss to Detroit, with Alex Tuch scoring the only goal, his 5th of the season. Tuch's goal came shorthanded at 8:21 in the first period.</p> <p>The Sabres fired 32 shots on goal but were held scoreless after the first period. They recorded 13 giveaways in the game.</p><p>Buffalo's defense will look to bounce back after giving up two power-play goals in their last game against the Red Wings. Both goals came in the second period, with the first at the 7:49 mark and the second at 14:38. Despite those setbacks, the Sabres' defense held strong in the third period, not allowing a goal. Goalie Ukko-Pekka Luukkonen made 21 saves with a 91.3% save percentage, while the defense recorded 5 takeaways and 17 hits.</p><h3>Will the Sharks Come Through as Home Underdogs?</h3><p>The Sharks fell to 6-12-5 after a 3-2 loss to the Canucks. San Jose, as underdogs on the puck line, kept the game under the total of 6.5 goals. The Sharks held a lead twice in the game, but Vancouver scored the winning goal with just 26 seconds left in regulation.</p> 

<p>Nico Sturm opened the scoring at 2:37 in the second period, but the Canucks responded with a goal at 5:19 in the same period. San Jose took the lead again in the third period with a goal from Mikael Granlund at 18:43, but Vancouver tied it up and then scored the game-winner at 19:34.</p><p>San Jose's offense was held to just two goals in their 3-2 loss to Vancouver. Mikael Granlund netted his 6th goal of the season, while Nico Sturm opened the scoring for the Sharks with his 2nd goal, 2:37 into the second period.</p> <p>San Jose recorded 23 shots on goal but struggled with giveaways, committing 16. William Eklund earned his 7th assist on Granlund’s goal, and Tyler Toffoli picked up his 5th assist.</p><p>Defensively, the Sharks will be looking to bounce back after giving up a late goal with just 26 seconds left in the 3rd period, leading to a 3-2 loss against the Canucks. Mackenzie Blackwood made 25 saves, posting a save percentage of 89.3%. The Sharks' defense also recorded 6 takeaways and 21 hits.</p>

Buffalo Sabres vs San Jose Sharks Betting Pick & Prediction 11/23/24

<p>Betting on today's Avalanche and Panthers game? Catch the action at Amerant Bank Arena in Sunrise, FL, as the Panthers hosts this showdown at 6:00 ET on ESPN+. The odds for this non-conference game currently have the Panthers as the -1.5 favorite, with the over/under line sitting at 6.5 goals.</p><h3>COLORADO AVALANCHE VS FLORIDA PANTHERS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Florida Panthers -1.5</p><p>This game will be played at Amerant Bank Arena at 6:00 ET on Saturday, November 23rd.</p><h3>WHY BET THE FLORIDA PANTHERS:</h3><ul><li>Our projections indicate that the Panthers should come out top with a projected score of 4-2.</li><li>Take the Panthers on the moneyline</li><li>The Panthers should also cover at -1.5</li></ul><h3>Do the Avalanche Have What it Takes to Win as Road Underdogs?</h3><p>With a 5-2 loss to the Predators, the Avalanche now sit at 11-9-0. Colorado was favored on the puck line, and the total for the game was set at 6.5 goals. The combined 7 goals pushed the total over.</p> 

<p>Colorado took the lead early in the second period, but Nashville responded with five unanswered goals. The Avalanche’s defense struggled, allowing two empty-net goals in the third period.</p><p>In their 5-2 loss to Nashville, Colorado took 30 shots on goal but only converted twice. Cale Makar netted his 5th goal of the season on a power play, while Nathan MacKinnon added his 6th goal, coming with just 2:17 left in the game.</p> <p>Makar also picked up his 16th assist on MacKinnon's goal. MacKinnon, who took 6 shots on goal, earned his 14th assist on Makar's earlier tally. The Avalanche recorded 23 giveaways in the game.</p><p>Colorado's defense gave up the tying goal at 11:29 in the 2nd period and allowed four more after that, including two empty-netters. Justus Annunen made 21 saves with an 87.5% save percentage, and the Avalanche's defense recorded 11 takeaways and 26 hits.</p><h3>Can the Panthers Pull Off a Home Win?</h3><p>Florida improved to 12-7-1 with a 4-2 road win over the Stars. The Panthers covered the puck line as -1.5 goal favorites, and the total of 6.5 goals fell short, with the teams combining for 6 goals.</p> 

<p>All four of Florida's goals came from different players. They held a 2-0 lead before the Stars tied it up, but the Panthers scored twice in the third period to secure the win.</p><p>Carolina’s offense took 25 shots on goal, with A.J. Greer netting his first goal of the season at 17:28 in the third period. Sam Reinhart added an empty-netter, marking his 10th goal of the year.</p> <p>Earlier in the game, Evan Rodrigues opened the scoring in the first period with his third goal of the season. Matthew Tkachuk followed with his third goal as well, this one coming on a power play at 11:13 in the second period. The Panthers registered 16 giveaways and finished with 6 assists.</p><p>Defensively, the Panthers will look to carry their momentum from the third period of their last game, where they didn’t allow a goal. Overall, they gave up 2 goals to the Stars, both of which came in the second period. Spencer Knight made 23 saves with a 92% save percentage, and the Panthers’ defense added 8 takeaways and 22 hits.</p>

Colorado Avalanche vs Florida Panthers Betting Pick & Prediction 11/23/24

Dates are set, but plans have not yet been finalized for the NBA “playoffs”. Like the NHL, an expanded playoff format will come as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic. The NBA will roll with 22 of the 30 teams and will put together an eight-game “regular season” for seeding purposes.

This is all supposed to begin on July 30, but Kyrie Irving and several other players voiced their <strong><a href="https://www.cbssports.com/nba/news/kyrie-irving-led-call-appears-to-put-nba-return-plan-in-further-jeopardy-amid-covid-19-and-social/">concerns about the plan</a></strong> and about playing basketball with everything happening on in the world, including the ongoing coronavirus battle. Some players have already announced that they will opt out of playing.

If it does happen, eight games is not a lot of time to get ramped up for the intensity of the playoffs. Also, the players are going to be tested every other day in all likelihood, which means that there is a good chance of some additional cases, much like the ones that shut the NBA down in the first place.

The NBPA and the league seem to have come to an agreement that they won’t shut down the entire thing for one or two positive tests, but if multiple players on a team, or a superstar that carries enough weight, do end up with a case of the virus, the NBA will have a lot of decisions to make in a short amount of time.

In any event, all of that is well beyond our control and we’ll have to hope for the best. Our focus here is to look at the NBA Futures Odds and break down how those look for the 22 teams involved. The Cleveland Cavaliers, Atlanta Hawks, Detroit Pistons, New York Knicks, Chicago Bulls, Charlotte Hornets, Golden State Warriors, and Minnesota Timberwolves are the unlucky eight teams that have been removed from the equation.

There will be a play-in tournament if the race for the eighth seed is within four games. The regular season will be eight games over 16 days with one back-to-back per team. The Finals will be played with an every other day format and the entire thing is expected to be done by October 12.

At <a href="http://bangthebook.com/sportsbooks/betdsi"><strong>DSI Sportsbook</strong></a>, odds are posted on all 22 teams that are eligible for the playoffs. Keep in mind that the eight games that make up the end of the regular season will determine the last seeds in each conference. Only 16 teams will actually make the playoffs, with eight from each conference.

Here are the odds for the 22 teams in the NBA playoff plan as of July 5:

Los Angeles Lakers +215

Milwaukee Bucks +225

Los Angeles Clippers +250

Houston Rockets +1200

Boston Celtics +1250

Toronto Raptors +1800

Philadelphia 76ers +2000

Denver Nuggets +3100

Miami Heat +3500

Dallas Mavericks +4200

Utah Jazz +5500

Indiana Pacers +11000

New Orleans Pelicans +11000

Oklahoma City Thunder +12000

Portland Trail Blazers +12000

Brooklyn Nets +16000

Memphis Grizzlies +20000

San Antonio Spurs +25000

Orlando Magic +25000

Sacramento Kings +25000

Washington Wizards +25000

Phoenix Suns +25000

The games will be played at the ESPN Wide World of Sports Complex at Disney World in Orlando, FL, but that doesn’t mean that a team like the Magic will have a home-court edge. Fans will obviously not be in attendance and the players will be put into a protective “bubble” of sorts, so it’s not like the Magic players will be sleeping in their own beds.

As we look around at potential teams to bet, there are a lot of factors to keep in mind. With the eight-game regular season, how do teams like the Lakers and Clippers handle their star players? Same thing with the Bucks. Getting back into rhythm with guys like LeBron, Kawhi, and Giannis could be secondary to keeping those guys healthy and protected. Will every player want to be involved? Somebody like Donovan Mitchell for Utah is an impending free agent sitting on a big contract. With the NBA’s contract structure, and his body of work to date, there isn’t a ton of incentive for him to put himself at risk.

It makes sense that the Bucks, Lakers, and Clippers would have the shortest prices by far, but there is a good chance that this unique format and setting creates a little bit of chaos and allows a team to make a run.

A team like the Denver Nuggets at +3100. The Nuggets don’t really have any superstars, per se, not relative to the teams around them, but they are solid from top to bottom. Depth will be a huge factor, as the players will have to ramp up to game shape and there are bound to be soft tissue injuries. There are also lots of chances for positive cases of coronavirus. A team like Denver doesn’t rely as much on one or two guys as other teams do. That could give them an advantage.

Similarly, a team like Boston could make a big push in the East at +1250. The odds are not great, given that they are viewed as the biggest threat to the Bucks, but it would not be the least bit surprising to see a defense-first team like the Celtics or even the Raptors at +1800 have success in this modified postseason format.

The Dallas Mavericks had the second-best road record in the West at 21-12 before everything got shut down. Is that beneficial for them at +4200? The NBA is a pretty home-dominant league, especially among the top teams. They don’t run nearly as deep as some of the other teams, but Luka Doncic could very well be the third-best player in the conference behind LeBron and Kawhi in some people’s minds.

With the July 30 date, it will be a while before we see much movement in these odds. Bettors won’t be willing to tie up a lot of money for a long period of time with so much unknown and the return of football hopefully a month later. Nevertheless, if you find what you perceive to be some value, don’t hesitate to try and take advantage, whether that is with the futures odds at <a href="http://bangthebook.com/s/betdsi"><strong>DSI Sportsbook</strong></a> or <a href="http://bangthebook.com/sportsbooks/"><strong>anywhere else in the sports betting world</strong></a>.

A Look at the NBA Championship Odds for the 22-Team Return Plan

<p>At 8:00 ET, the Bulls (7-10) will host the Grizzlies (9-7) in a non-conference matchup. Memphis is favored by 5.5 points, and the over/under line is set at 243.</p>

<p>This game will be played at the United Center in Chicago. The Bulls are 7th in the Eastern Conference, while the Grizzlies are 9th in the Western Conference.</p><h3>MEMPHIS GRIZZLIES VS CHICAGO BULLS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Memphis Grizzlies -5.5</p><p>This game will be played at United Center at 8:00 ET on Saturday, November 23rd.</p><h3>WHY BET THE MEMPHIS GRIZZLIES:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 154-118 in favor of the Grizzlies.</li><li>Our projections have Jaren Jackson Jr. finishing with 24 points, 5 rebounds and 2 assists.</li><li>From the field, we have the Grizzlies finishing with a field goal percentage of 45.1% and knocking down 18 threes.</li></ul><h3>Will the Grizzlies Find a Way to Win in Chicago?</h3><p>With a 117-111 win over the 76ers on Wednesday, the Grizzlies improved to 9-7 on the season. Memphis, who were +4.5 point underdogs, not only pulled off the upset but also covered the spread. The total points for the game ended at 228, just over the pre-game line of 226.5.</p> <p>Memphis took control in the 2nd quarter, outscoring the 76ers 32-22. They entered the 4th quarter with a 90-81 lead, but the 76ers went on an 11-0 run, stretching the score from 115-101 to 126-101.</p><p>The Grizzlies shot 48.2% from the field and knocked down 19 threes at a 44.2% clip in their win over the 76ers. Jaren Jackson Jr. led the way with 25 points, while Desmond Bane added 21 points and 10 rebounds, hitting 5 threes at 45.5%.</p> <p>Jaylen Wells contributed 14 points, with 8 coming in the opening quarter. Bane had a big 2nd quarter, scoring 11 points, and Jake LaRavia added 7 of his 11 points in the 4th.</p><p>Defensively, the Grizzlies had a strong 2nd quarter, holding the 76ers to 22 points, which helped them secure a 117-111 win. Overall, Memphis allowed 111 points on 44% shooting from the field.</p> <p>The Grizzlies limited the 76ers to 11 made threes on 33% shooting from beyond the arc. Memphis also recorded 5 steals and 6 blocks in the game.</p><h3>Can the Chicago Offense Score Enough at Home?</h3><p>Chicago improved to 7-10 this season after a 136-122 win over the Hawks on Friday, November 22nd. The Bulls, who were +2.5 point underdogs at home, not only won but covered the spread.</p> <p>Chicago took control early, leading 28-25 after the 1st quarter and 58-51 at halftime. A big 3rd quarter, where they outscored Atlanta 41-33, put them ahead 99-84 going into the 4th. Although the Hawks edged the Bulls 38-37 in the final period, Chicago held on for the win. The game’s total of 258 points went over the O/U line of 246.5 by 11.5 points.</p><p>The Bulls shot 57% from the field and knocked down 19 threes at a 44.2% clip in their 136-122 win over the Hawks. Zach LaVine led the way with 26 points, hitting 4 threes at 50% efficiency.</p> <p>Ayo Dosunmu and Coby White each added 20 points, with White dishing out 9 assists. Dosunmu shot 80% from the field, while White contributed 10 points in the 3rd quarter.</p><p>Defensively, the Bulls were solid in the 1st and 2nd quarters, allowing just 25 and 26 points, respectively. However, they struggled in the 4th, giving up 38 points. Despite that, they limited the Hawks' three-point shooting, holding them to 10 made threes on 29% shooting.</p> <p>Chicago sent Atlanta to the line 19 times, where the Hawks made 14 free throws. The Bulls grabbed 36 defensive rebounds but allowed 14 offensive boards. They also contributed with 8 steals and 10 blocked shots.</p>

Memphis Grizzlies vs Chicago Bulls Betting Pick & Prediction 11/23/24

Heartfelt thanks go out to the Belmont Bruins for indeed picking up the pace to win 92-74 against Eastern Kentucky in a game played to 79 possessions. It was a rout, so EKU emptied the bench and let some different guys play, but it still went over the total to bring us to 3-1 on the week in the spotlight games.

Let’s keep the mojo rolling into the freakin’ weekend and check out the game between UAB and Louisiana Tech down in Ruston. This Conference USA clash is one of the best games of the night and features Louisiana Tech and UAB in a pick ‘em spot with a total of 132 at <a href="http://bangthebook.com/sportsbooks/bovada"><strong>Bovada Sportsbook</strong></a>.
<h3><strong><u>UAB Blazers</u></strong></h3>
First-year head coach Andy Kennedy is putting in work in Birmingham. The former Ole Miss bench boss is in his first season with the Blazers and this team has a very impressive statistical profile, particularly on the defensive side. It is worth pointing out that UAB has played the 309th-ranked schedule in the country, but all you can do is play the teams in front of you and UAB has done that well.

The Blazers go into this game with an 11-5 record against the number and they’ve taken the early money here to bump this line down from +2 to PK. UAB is sixth in the country in TO% on offense and fifth in TO% on defense. Those two numbers have been a major key to the team’s success thus far. Opponents are also only shooting 29.9% on threes and just 43.8% on twos, as UAB ranks 33rd in the nation in Block% on defense.

It is a bit surprising that with such good defense and so many swats that the Blazers aren’t a bit better in the rebounding department, especially with the schedule. They are below average on the offensive glass and 83rd in ORB% against. At least they are doing well rebounding opposition misses because there certainly have been a lot of them. The Blazers come into this game ranked 10th in eFG% defense.

However, as KenPom notes, the Blazers have faced the 336th-ranked slate of offenses and there are only 347 teams playing this season. Conference USA is not a great league this season, so UAB has taken advantage of that, plus a weak non-conference slate, though they have beaten Rice and UTEP twice, with all of the wins coming by double digits.
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<h3><strong><u>Louisiana</u></strong><strong><u> Tech Bulldogs</u></strong></h3>
The Bulldogs represent the highest-ranked opponent of the season for UAB per Bart Torvik and also Ken Pomeroy. Louisiana Tech is a fringe top-100 team and a win here would likely elevate their profile a little bit more. After splitting last weekend with North Texas in Denton, the Bulldogs would love to defend the home floor a couple of times here in this back-to-back with the Blazers.

Louisiana Tech’s profile doesn’t fully align with UAB’s, but the Bulldogs have played the 173rd schedule per Torvik and 185th per KenPom. The Bulldogs have played a far tougher conference schedule. They have already played Marshall, Western Kentucky, and North Texas. UAB will only play North Texas to finish the regular season. That is a big reason why LA Tech has four conference losses to just one for the Blazers. Louisiana Tech split with Marshall, WKU, UTEP, and also North Texas, to go along with losses to LSU and Louisiana in non-conference action.

Overall, Louisiana Tech is 55th in adjusted defensive efficiency and 31st in eFG%. Opponents are only shooting 30% from deep and 46.4% on two-point attempts. In conference play, though, the Bulldogs, who, again, have played the tougher conference schedule, are first in adjusted defensive efficiency, eFG%, and 3P% defense. UAB is actually 11th in 3P% defense in conference action, which speaks to just how weak that non-conference schedule was.

The turnovers are likely to be the primary deciding point here. While UAB is tops in the conference in takeaways, Louisiana Tech is 11th. The Bulldogs defend exceedingly well in the halfcourt, but also rank ninth in 3P% on offense and eighth in 2P%. They get to the line a good bit and then only make 68.4% of their free throws when they get there. Louisiana Tech’s inefficiency on offense has been a contributing factor in both close wins and outright losses.
<h3><strong><u>Pick &amp; Analysis</u></strong></h3>
There are a lot of similarities between these two teams. Both are defense-first squads that have not played well offensively in conference action. The major difference is that UAB takes great care of the basketball and also does well to take it away. Because of that, we have our play for this game and it is the under 132.

UAB plays at a much slower tempo than LA Tech. If the Blazers are maintaining control of the ball and also taking it away, the game will be played much closer to the tempo that they want. Neither one of these teams bombs away from three. Neither team sets the world on fire at the free throw line. A foul fest at the end is a concern, but I like this handicap and the under is the play.
<h4><strong>Pick: Under 132</strong></h4>
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<p>Today at 5:00 ET, the 3rd place Knicks (-408) will travel to Salt Lake City to take on the 15th place Jazz (+317). The Knicks are currently favored by 9 points, and the over/under line is sitting at 229.5.</p>

<p>This non-conference matchup will be played at the Delta Center in Salt Lake City, and can be seen on NBA TV.</p><h3>NEW YORK KNICKS VS UTAH JAZZ BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Utah Jazz +9</p><p>This game will be played at Delta Center at 5:00 ET on Saturday, November 23rd.</p><h3>WHY BET THE UTAH JAZZ:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 131-124 in favor of the Jazz.</li><li>Our projections have Lauri Markkanen finishing with 22 points, 7 rebounds and 2 assists.</li><li>From the field, we have the Jazz finishing with a field goal percentage of 47.0% and knocking down 15 threes.</li></ul><h3>Can New York Pull Off A Win at Delta Center?</h3><p>The Knicks improved to 9-6 on the season with a 138-122 road win over the Suns on Wednesday. New York, favored by 4.5 points, covered the spread, while the game’s total of 260 points easily surpassed the O/U line of 226.5.</p> <p>New York set the tone early with an 11-0 run, taking the lead from 6-3 to 14-6. They dominated the 1st quarter, outscoring Phoenix 44-28. Although the Suns kept things closer in the following quarters, the Knicks’ 110-93 lead heading into the 4th was enough to secure the win.</p><p>The Knicks' offense was firing on all cylinders in their 138-122 win over the Suns, shooting 58.1% from the field and hitting 19 threes at a 48.7% clip. Jalen Brunson led the way with 36 points and 10 assists, connecting on 7 threes at 63.6% efficiency.</p> <p>Karl-Anthony Towns added 34 points and 10 rebounds, while Josh Hart contributed 19 points and 11 boards, shooting 72.7% from the field. Brunson scored 12 points in the 2nd quarter, while Towns added 12 in the 3rd and 11 in the 4th.</p><p>The Knicks gave up 122 points to the Suns, who shot 48% from the field. New York allowed 28 points in the 1st quarter, 30 in the 2nd, 35 in the 3rd, and 29 in the 4th.</p> <p>Defensively, the Knicks allowed 19 threes on 38% shooting. They sent the Suns to the line 17 times, where Phoenix hit 13 free throws. New York finished with 10 steals but didn’t record a block.</p><h3>Can Utah Pull Out the Win as Home Underdogs?</h3><p>Utah’s season continued to be a struggle as they fell to 3-12 after a 126-118 loss to the Spurs on Thursday. The Jazz, who were +3 point underdogs, not only lost but also failed to cover the spread. The total score of 244 points exceeded the pre-game O/U line of 224 by 20 points.</p> <p>Utah started strong, going on an 11-0 run and leading 32-17 after the 1st quarter. They edged out the 2nd quarter 35-34, but things fell apart in the 2nd half. The Spurs outscored them 34-22 in the 3rd, and despite trailing just 89-85 heading into the 4th, Utah was outscored 41-29 in the final quarter.</p><p>The Jazz shot just 41.8% from the field and 28.9% from three-point range in their 126-118 loss to the Spurs, connecting on 13 threes overall. Lauri Markkanen led the way with 27 points, hitting 3 threes at a 30% clip.</p> <p>Keyonte George also made 3 threes, finishing with 19 points despite shooting 25% from deep. John Collins, Collin Sexton, and Brice Sensabaugh each added 18 points, with Sensabaugh scoring 13 of his points in the 2nd quarter.</p><p>Despite a strong defensive start, the Jazz struggled in the 2nd and 3rd quarters, giving up 34 points in each, and allowed 41 points in the 4th, leading to a 126-118 loss to the Spurs. Utah did well in limiting San Antonio's three-point shooting, holding them to 9 made threes on 28% shooting.</p> <p>Utah sent the Spurs to the line 46 times, where they made 35 free throws. The Jazz collected 37 defensive rebounds but allowed 11 offensive boards. They also recorded 4 steals and 7 blocks in the game.</p>

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<p>Betting on today's Oilers and Coyotes game? Catch the action at Mullett Arena in Tempe, AZ, as the Coyotes hosts this showdown at 10:00 ET on ESPN+. The Oilers are favored by -1.5 in this Western conference contest against the Coyotes. The game's over/under currently sits at 6.5 goals.</p><h3>EDMONTON OILERS VS ARIZONA COYOTES BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Arizona Coyotes +1.5</p><p>This game will be played at Mullett Arena at 10:00 ET on Wednesday, April 17th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE ARIZONA COYOTES:</h3><ul><li>Even though they are 1.5 goal underdogs, we see the Coyotes winning this game by a score of 4-3.</li><li>We like the Coyotes on the moneyline (+161)</li><li>The Coyotes are also our pick on the spread at +1.5</li></ul><h3>Taking a Look at the Oilers Chances on the Road</h3><p><p>As the season winds down, the Oilers have a record of 49-25-6 and are in 5th place in the Western Conference. They have gone 30-18 against other Western Conference teams and have a record of 18-8 against their Pacific Division rivals.</p>

<p>On the road this season, Edmonton has gone 21-16-2 and have been favored in 70 of their 80 games. Over their last ten games, they have gone 6-4, and in their last five games, they have gone 3-2.</p></p><p>On the season, the Oilers have an average scoring margin of +.8 goals per game. So far, they have 35 wins by multiple goals and have gone 38-42 against the puck line. In their last ten games, the Oilers have gone 6-4 vs. the puck line.</p>

<p>As the favorite, Edmonton has gone 34-36 vs. the puck line and 70 of their games have had a puck line of -1.5 goals. In their 24 road games this year, the Oilers have gone 15-24 vs. the puck line.</p> <p>For the season, Edmonton's games have finished with an average of 6.5 goals per game. Their average over/under line for the season is 6.6. Overall, the Oilers have an over/under record of 34-43-3.</p><p>Across the Oilers last three road games, the team averaged 2 goals per game while allowing 3. Their record vs the puck line in these contests was 1-2, while going 1-2 straight-up.</p><p>In terms of their offensive performance, the Oilers are averaging 3.6 goals per game this season, putting them in the 4th spot in the NHL. When it comes to shots on goal per game, they are ranked 3rd in the league. In terms of power play goals, the Oilers offense is 4th in power play goals. As for shorthanded goals, they are 17th in the NHL.</p><p>Edmonton will be looking for a good game from Zach Hyman who leads the team in scoring with 54 goals, ranking 3rd in the NHL. Along with his scoring, he has come up with 23 assists so far.</p><p>Defensively, the Coyotes are currently 9th in goals allowed. On average, opponents are taking 31.4 shots per game against Arizona. They also are 7th in shutouts, coming in with 7 shutouts.</p><p>Goalie Calvin Pickard comes into the game having made 19 starts this season. So far, his record is 12-6 and he has a save percentage of 0.452%.</p><h3>Can the Coyotes Pull the Upset at Home?</h3><p><p>With a record of 35-41-5, the Coyotes come into this game 13th in the Western Conference and 7th in the Central Division. In the Western Conference, Arizona has gone 20-29, while in the Central Division, they have gone 9-17. At home this year, the Coyotes have gone 21-19-0.</p>

<p>Over their last ten games, Arizona has gone 6-4, and they have won three straight games as the favorite. As the underdog, the Coyotes have gone 22-37-4 this season.</p></p><p>On the season, the Coyotes have gone 42-39 against the puck line, including going 8-2 against the puck line in their last ten games. Arizona has been the underdog in 63 of their games this season, going 35-28 against the puck line in those games. In their 63 games as the underdog, the Coyotes have been outscored by an average of .7 goals per game.</p>

<p>So far this season, Arizona has 21 wins by multiple goals and has lost 31 games by more than one goal. In their last ten games at home, the Coyotes have gone 6-4 against the puck line, and they are 19-21 against the puck line at home for the season. Overall, the team's average scoring margin is -.3 goals per game.</p> <p>For the season, Arizona's games have finished with an average of 6.5 goals per game. Their average over/under line for the season is 6.2. Overall, the Coyotes have an over/under record of 44-33-4.</p><p>Across their three previous road games, Edmonton has an puck line mark of 1-2. Their straight up record in these matchups was 1-2 while averaging 2 goals per game.</p><p>The Coyotes come into the game scoring an average of 3.1 goals per game, putting them 19th in the NHL. Regarding shots targeted at the goal per game, they are 28th in the league. Coming into the game, the Coyotes have a 14-10 record when they have more shots on goal than their opponent. When they have fewer shots on goal, they are 21-28.</p><p>Arizona's leading scorer is Clayton Keller. So far, he has 33 goals which is 33rd in the NHL. Keller also comes into the game with 42 assists.</p><p>Defensively, the Coyotes come into the season ranked 9th in goals allowed. Opponents are averaging 31.4 shots per game against Arizona. For the season, they are ranked 7th in shutouts, coming in with 7 shutouts.</p><p>Goalie Karel Vejmelka comes into the game having made 33 starts this season. So far, his record is 13-19 and he has a save percentage of 0.722%.</p>

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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.

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<p>Betting on today's Canucks and Senators game? Catch the action at Canadian Tire Centre in Ottawa, ON, as the Senators hosts this showdown at 7:00 ET on ESPN+. The odds for this non-conference game currently have the Senators as the -1.5 favorite, with the over/under line sitting at 6 goals.</p><h3>VANCOUVER CANUCKS VS OTTAWA SENATORS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Ottawa Senators -1.5</p><p>This game will be played at Canadian Tire Centre at 7:00 ET on Saturday, November 23rd.</p><h3>WHY BET THE OTTAWA SENATORS:</h3><ul><li>The Senators enter this game as 1.5-goal favorites and in our projections and we anticipate them winning by a score of 4-3.</li><li>Take the Senators on the moneyline</li><li>On the spread, we like Canucks (+1.5)</li></ul><h3>Does Vancouver Stand a Chance on the Road?</h3><p>With a 3-2 win over the Sharks, the Canucks moved to 9-6-3 this season. Vancouver was favored on the puck line, but didn’t cover. The pre-game total was set at 6.5 goals, and the teams combined for 5.</p> 

<p>San Jose scored first, but the Canucks responded with three goals, including the game-winner from Pius Suter with just 26 seconds left. Suter had two goals in the game.</p><p>Pius Suter led the way for the Canucks with two goals, bringing his season total to four. He found the net for the first time at 14:41 in the second period and again with just 26 seconds left in the game. Jake DeBrusk added his first goal of the season at 15:38 in the third period.</p> <p>Vancouver took 27 shots on goal and recorded 25 giveaways. The Canucks were held scoreless in the first period before Suter’s initial goal tied the game at 1-1.</p><p>Vancouver's defense gave up the first goal at 2:37 into the 2nd period and another at 18:43 in the 3rd, but they held on for a 3-2 win over San Jose. Kevin Lankinen made 21 saves with a 91.3% save percentage, while the Canucks' defense added 5 takeaways and 24 hits.</p><h3>Will Ottawa Win at Home?</h3><p>With a 3-0 win over the Kraken, the Senators improved to 8-10-1. Ottawa covered the puck line as -1.5 goal favorites, and the total was set at 6.5 goals, but the combined score of 3 fell short of that mark.</p> 

<p>All three of Ottawa’s goals came from different players. Adam Gaudette opened the scoring in the first period, followed by a goal from Brady Tkachuk in the second. Tim Stützle added an empty-netter in the third to seal the victory.</p><p>Ottawa’s offense netted three goals in their latest game, with Tim Stützle scoring his 6th of the season on an empty net. Adam Gaudette and Brady Tkachuk each added their 7th goals, with Gaudette opening the scoring at 14:32 in the first period.</p> <p>The Senators took 23 shots on goal and recorded 11 giveaways. None of their goals came on the power play, and they finished with a total of 5 assists.</p><p>On the defensive side, the Senators will look to build on their previous performance, where they shut out the Kraken 3-0. Anton Forsberg made 22 saves with a perfect 100% save percentage. The defense also contributed 2 takeaways and 25 hits.</p>

<p>Planning on watching today's Mustangs and Gaels game? Catch the action at University Credit Union Pavilion in Moraga, CA, as the Gaels hosts this showdown at 8:00 ET on ESPN+. The over/under line for this matchup is currently at 148.5 points, and Saint Mary's is favored by -19.5 at home against Cal Poly.</p><h3>CAL POLY MUSTANGS VS SAINT MARY'S GAELS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Cal Poly Mustangs +19.5</p><p>This game will be played at University Credit Union Pavilion at 8:00 ET on Saturday, November 23rd.</p><h3>WHY BET THE CAL POLY MUSTANGS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 74-73 in favor of the Gaels.</li><li>Even though we have Saint Mary's winning straight-up, we like Cal Poly at +19.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 148.5 points, and we like the under with a projected 147 points.</li></ul><h3>Do the Mustangs Stand a Chance in Moraga?</h3><h3>Cal Poly Mustangs Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>The Mustangs put up a strong fight against Arizona State on Wednesday, losing 93-89 on the road. Despite being +16.5 point underdogs, Cal Poly kept the game much closer than expected.</p> 

<p>Cal Poly trailed 46-38 at halftime but came out strong in the 2nd half, scoring 51 points while allowing 47. The total points for the game hit 182, going over the 154.5 O/U line.</p><p>Cal Poly's offense was firing on all cylinders in their last game, putting up 89 points with a field goal percentage of 51.6%. Their effective field goal percentage was an impressive 62.5%, thanks in part to their 74.1% shooting on two-point attempts. From beyond the arc, they hit 13 of 37 threes, good for 35.1%.</p> <p>Jarred Hyder led the way with 27 points, connecting on 7 of 14 threes, while Joson Sanon added 22 points. Isaac Jessup contributed 17 points, hitting 4 of 7 from deep, and Adam Miller knocked down 4 of 5 threes, finishing with 16 points. The Mustangs dished out 18 assists, with Alston Mason and BJ Freeman each recording 5.</p><p>Cal Poly's defense struggled in their last game, giving up 93 points while allowing the opponent to shoot 48% from the field. The Mustangs allowed 18 two-point field goals on 34 attempts, a 52% conversion rate.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Cal Poly's opponents hit 10 threes on 24 attempts, shooting 41%. The Mustangs also sent them to the free-throw line 41 times, where they made 27 free throws, a 65% success rate. Cal Poly gave up 13 offensive rebounds.</p><h3>Are the Gaels Ready for a Home Win?</h3><h3>Saint Mary's Gaels Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Saint Mary's picked up a 77-74 win over Nebraska on Sunday, November 17th. The Gaels were -4 favorites going into the game, but they didn’t cover the spread. The total points for the game were 151, surpassing the O/U line of 139.5.</p> 

<p>Saint Mary's led 46-43 at halftime and both teams scored 31 points in the 2nd half, resulting in a tight finish.</p><p>Saint Mary's put up 77 points in their latest game, shooting 42.6% from the field. Their effective field goal percentage was 52.5%, thanks in part to hitting 47.8% from beyond the arc, connecting on 11 of 23 attempts. They struggled inside, making just 39.5% of their two-point shots, and shot 56% from the free-throw line.</p> <p>Brice Williams led the Gaels with 28 points, shooting 66.7% from the field. Mikey Lewis added 23 points, hitting 5 of 7 from three-point range. Saint Mary's grabbed 17 offensive rebounds and dished out 14 assists in the win.</p><p>Saint Mary's Gaels gave up 74 points in their last game, with the opposing team shooting 44% from the field, hitting 22 of their 49 attempts. Inside the arc, the Gaels allowed 53% shooting, as the other team went 17/32 on two-point shots.</p> <p>From three-point range, Saint Mary's held their opponent to 29% shooting, with just 5 made threes on 17 attempts. However, they sent the other team to the free-throw line 29 times, where they converted 25 for 86%. The Gaels also gave up 13 offensive rebounds.</p>

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<p>Planning on watching today's Bearcats and Yellow Jackets game? Catch the action at McCamish Pavilion in Atlanta, GA, as the Yellow Jackets hosts this showdown at 2:00 ET on ACC. Cincinnati is favored by -8 in this non-conference showdown. The game's over/under is currently at 150 points.</p><h3>CINCINNATI BEARCATS VS GEORGIA TECH YELLOW JACKETS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Georgia Tech Yellow Jackets +8</p><p>This game will be played at McCamish Pavilion at 2:00 ET on Saturday, November 23rd.</p><h3>WHY BET THE GEORGIA TECH YELLOW JACKETS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 75-69 in favor of the Yellow Jackets.</li><li>Not only will Georgia Tech pick up the win, but look for them to cover at +8.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 150 points, and we like the under with a projected 144 points.</li></ul><h3>Is a Road Win Possible for the Bearcats?</h3><p>Cincinnati improved to 4-0 on the season with a 76-60 road win over Northern Kentucky on Tuesday. The Bearcats, who were -14 favorites, covered the spread with the victory.</p> <p>Leading 32-28 at halftime, Cincinnati pulled away in the 2nd half, outscoring the Norse 44-32. The game’s total points of 136 fell just under the O/U line of 138.</p><p>Cincinnati's offense was clicking in their last game, shooting 53.4% from the field and hitting 50% of their threes (11/22). Their effective field goal percentage was an impressive 62.1%, and they finished with 19 assists.</p> <p>Simas Lukosius led the way, hitting 6 of 9 shots from deep, while Sam Vinson added 16 points. Dillon Mitchell also shot 6 of 9, contributing 12 points and 6 rebounds.</p><p>Despite giving up 15 offensive rebounds, Cincinnati's defense held their opponent to 60 points on 42% shooting from the field. They allowed 22 made two-point shots on 47 attempts, a 46% conversion rate.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Cincinnati limited their opponent to just 4 made threes on 14 attempts, holding them to 28% shooting. They also sent them to the free-throw line 8 times, where they made 4, shooting 50%.</p><h3>Do the Yellow Jackets Have What it Takes at Home?</h3><h3>Georgia Tech Yellow Jackets Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Georgia Tech dropped their recent game against Georgia, falling 77-69 at home on Friday. Entering as +2 point underdogs, the Yellow Jackets not only lost but also failed to cover the spread. The total points for the game were 146, which was under the 155.5-point O/U line.</p> 

<p>After trailing 27-19 at halftime, Georgia Tech's offense came alive in the 2nd half, scoring 50 points. However, they also allowed 50 points in the 2nd half, preventing a comeback.</p><p>Georgia Tech's offense struggled in their last game, shooting just 36.5% from the field and 26.1% from beyond the arc, finishing with an effective field goal percentage of 41.3%. They managed to score 69 points, with Lance Terry leading the way, shooting 63.6% from the field and hitting 2 of 5 from deep.</p> <p>Silas Demary Jr. also had a strong performance, shooting 60% overall and grabbing 7 rebounds. The Yellow Jackets connected on 77.3% of their free throws, while recording 10 offensive rebounds and 11 assists as a team.</p><p>Georgia Tech's defense held their opponent to 77 points, despite giving up 17 free throws. They allowed 23 field goals on 63 attempts, for a 36% shooting percentage.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Georgia Tech limited their opponent to 6 threes on 23 attempts, a 26% shooting rate. They also gave up 10 offensive rebounds.</p>

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<h3><strong>KANSAS CITY CHIEFS at LAS VEGAS RAIDERS, 8:20 PM ET</strong></h3>
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One of the reasons the Chiefs are favored by so much in this matchup is that the Raiders got hit pretty hard this past week by COVID-19, or to put it more specifically, they were hit by positive tests and / or contact with people who had been tested positive. As a result, ten members of the defensive rotation had to go into self-isolation, and we're not sure how effective Zoom meetings are in combating a quarterback who may just be on his way to setting the one-season record for best touchdown-interception ratio.

Right now Patrick Mahomes, coming off an MVP season, followed by a world championship season, has thrown 25 TD passes with just ONE interception. So it is safe to say that when you're facing a possible rookie of the year at running back (Clyde Edwards-Helaire, at 4.7 ypc), along with possibly the best group of receivers in all of football (with apologies to the Buccaneers), you might want to have all hands on deck.

One of the operative factors in this game involves how the Chiefs are going to deal with Derek Carr, or more specifically, how they are going to deal with Carr differently. When a guy like Carr lines up, you know you're not going to get a lot of attack down the field. That's okay with Jon Gruden, as long as he can get some support from the running game. The Raiders had 144 rushing yards on the way to their highest yardage total of the season in the first meeting, when they scored 40 points.

And then they made a mistake...... maybe.

The way the story goes, the Raiders got into their team bus after that game and took what was referred to as a "victory lap" around Arrowhead Stadium. Andy Reid wasn't happy about it; we're sure the KC players have been talking about it.

That is something that might have a bearing on the pointspread outcome, even if it doesn't fit into your analytics.

But hey - let's talk about some trends. Anyone who follows the NFL to any degree is well-acquainted with the fact that Andy Reid is always incredibly tough when he comes back after a bye week. This was a topic of conversation before the Super Bowl. Reid's teams have gone 18-3 in those situations.

What might be even more significant is that the Chiefs have won their last eight games when taking their act on the road, covering seven of those games.

Is this number out of line? Yeah, it might be. It might not line up with your power ratings. But remember that if a "home field advantage" exists at all here, it is negligible. The Raiders hardly even know their new home. And there is no "Raider Nation" to cheer them on. So should you even figure that into the formula?

And how do you factor in the notion that the Chiefs - a team that is perfectly capable of doing it - might run it up if they get the chance? At Allegiant Stadium, this Las Vegas team lost by a touchdown to Buffalo and was blown away by Tampa Bay.

Needless to say, the Chiefs won't have to take a bus ride around the new ballpark. But they could go play a few slot games, or get their own victory lapdance, wherever they're letting people in on the Strip these days. Lay it with KANSAS CITY.

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