<p>Looking to win big? The Delta Devils and Bulldogs face off at 8:00 ET on SWAC. The Bulldogs are hosting the game at Alabama A&M Event Center in Huntsville, AL. The over/under line for this matchup is currently at 141.5 points, and Alabama A&M is favored by -17.5 to win at home against Mississippi Valley State.</p><h3>MISSISSIPPI VALLEY STATE DELTA DEVILS VS ALABAMA A&M BULLDOGS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Mississippi Valley State Delta Devils +17.5</p><p>This game will be played at Alabama A&M Event Center at 8:00 ET on Monday, January 6th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE MISSISSIPPI VALLEY STATE DELTA DEVILS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 77-71 in favor of the Bulldogs.</li><li>Even though we have Alabama A&M winning straight-up, we like Mississippi Valley State at +17.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 141.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 148 points.</li></ul><h3>Will the Delta Devils Pull Through as the Away Underdog?</h3><p>Mississippi Valley State’s struggles continued with an 84-55 loss to Alabama State on Saturday, dropping their record to 0-12. The Delta Devils entered the game as +22 point underdogs and failed to cover the spread. The total points for the game reached 139, just over the O/U line of 138.5.</p> <p>After trailing 39-29 at halftime, Mississippi Valley State managed only 26 points in the 2nd half while allowing 45 points to Alabama State.</p><p>Mississippi Valley State struggled offensively in their last game, putting up just 55 points while shooting 35.1% from the field. Their effective field goal percentage was 36.8%, and they hit only 2 of 16 from beyond the arc, finishing with a 12.5% three-point shooting percentage.</p> <p>Alvin Stredic led the way with 21 points and 9 rebounds, shooting 53.8% from the field. Micah Octave and CJ Hines each added 14 points, with Octave hitting 2 of 4 from three-point range and Hines dishing out 6 assists.</p><p>Mississippi Valley State struggled defensively, giving up 84 points on 50% shooting from the field. Their opponents hit 52% of their two-point attempts, going 20/38.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, the Delta Devils allowed 8 threes on 18 attempts, a 44% clip. They also sent the other team to the line 26 times, where they converted 20 free throws (76%).</p><h3>Can Alabama A&M Grab a Win at Home?</h3><p>Alabama A&M improved to 2-9 on the season with an 89-79 home win over UAPB on Saturday, January 4th. The Bulldogs were favored by 9.5 points and covered the spread.</p> <p>Leading 41-34 at halftime, Alabama A&M scored 48 points in the 2nd half while allowing 45. The game’s total points of 168 exceeded the O/U line of 162.5.</p><p>Alabama A&M put up 89 points in their latest game, shooting 49.2% from the field. Their effective field goal percentage was 54.2%, thanks in part to hitting 62.2% of their two-point attempts. They struggled from beyond the arc, connecting on just 27.3% of their threes.</p> <p>The Bulldogs also made 25 free throws, shooting 65.8% from the line, and grabbed 15 offensive rebounds. Doctor Bradley led the way with 30 points and 8 rebounds, while Chad Moodie added 19 points and 9 boards, shooting 80% from the field. Caleb Jones hit 4 threes, finishing with 16 points.</p><p>Alabama A&M's defense struggled in their last game, giving up 79 points on 49% shooting from the field. They allowed the opposing team to hit 23 of 37 two-point attempts, a 62% success rate.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, the opposition shot 27%, making 6 of 22 three-pointers. Alabama A&M also sent them to the free-throw line 38 times, where they converted 25 for 65%. The Bulldogs gave up 15 offensive rebounds.</p>

Mississippi Valley State Delta Devils vs Alabama A&M Bulldogs NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 1/6/25

<p>Making on a bet on this NCAA game featuring the Huskies versus the Lumberjacks? Tip off is at at 7:30 ET, and you can watch it all unfold on ESPN+. The game will be played at Johnson Coliseum in Nacogdoches, TX. The over/under for this Southland conference contest is set at 127.5 points, with Stephen F. Austin being favored by -9.5 at home against Houston Christian.</p><h3>HOUSTON CHRISTIAN HUSKIES VS STEPHEN F. AUSTIN LUMBERJACKS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Houston Christian Huskies +9.5</p><p>This game will be played at Johnson Coliseum at 7:30 ET on Monday, January 6th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE HOUSTON CHRISTIAN HUSKIES:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 77-71 in favor of the Lumberjacks.</li><li>Even though we have Stephen F. Austin winning straight-up, we like Houston Christian at +9.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 127.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 148 points.</li></ul><h3>Do the Huskies Have What it Takes on the Road?</h3><p>Houston Christian fell to 2-10 on the season after a narrow 63-61 loss to Lamar on Saturday. Despite being +9.5 point underdogs, the Huskies kept it close and covered the spread. The game’s total points of 124 fell short of the 136.5 O/U line.</p> <p>Leading 36-29 at halftime, Houston Christian struggled in the second half, scoring only 25 points while allowing 34. The Huskies will need to address their second-half performance moving forward.</p><p>In their recent game, the Huskies managed just 61 points, shooting 39.7% from the field and 33.3% from beyond the arc. Their effective field goal percentage was 46.6%, with a 44.1% success rate on two-point attempts. They hit 77.8% of their free throws, going 7-for-9 from the line.</p> <p>Alexis Marmolejos led the way with 21 points and 4 assists, shooting 61.5% overall and 57.1% from three. Bryson Dawkins and Julian Mackey each added 20 points, with Dawkins grabbing 8 rebounds. Mackey connected on 60% of his threes, while Dawkins shot 37.5% from deep.</p><p>Despite Houston Christian's defense allowing 63 points, they held their opponent to 41% shooting from the field, with 28 made baskets on 67 attempts. The Huskies gave up 23 two-pointers on 51 attempts, a 45% shooting rate.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Houston Christian's defense limited their opponent to 5 made threes on 16 attempts, a 31% success rate. They also sent their opponent to the free-throw line just 4 times, where they made 2, shooting 50%. The Huskies allowed 10 offensive rebounds.</p><h3>Can Stephen F. Austin Pull Off a Home Win?</h3><h3>Stephen F. Austin Lumberjacks Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>The Lumberjacks dropped to 4-7 on the season after a 55-49 home loss to Incarnate Word on Saturday. Entering the game as 5-point favorites, SFA not only lost but also failed to cover the spread. The game’s total points of 104 fell well short of the O/U line of 130.5.</p> 

<p>After trailing 26-18 at halftime, the Lumberjacks scored 31 points in the second half but allowed 29, unable to close the gap. The loss adds to a tough season for SFA, who will look to bounce back in their next outing.</p><p>Stephen F. Austin struggled offensively in their last game, scoring just 49 points on 31.4% shooting from the field. Their effective field goal percentage was 33.3%, and they hit only 2 of 18 three-point attempts, shooting 11.1% from deep.</p> <p>The Lumberjacks also shot 55.6% from the free-throw line, making 15 of 27 attempts. They grabbed 14 offensive rebounds and finished with 8 assists. Davion Bailey led the team with 19 points, while Keon Thompson and Jalin Anderson each added 17 points, with Thompson hitting 2 of 4 from three-point range.</p><p>Stephen F. Austin put on a defensive clinic, holding their opponent to just 55 points on 31% shooting from the field. The Lumberjacks were particularly effective at defending the three-point line, where they limited their opponent to just 2 made threes on 18 attempts, an 11% shooting performance.</p> <p>Inside the arc, Stephen F. Austin's defense allowed 14 two-point field goals on 33 attempts, a 42% shooting rate. They also sent their opponent to the free-throw line 27 times, where they converted 15 of those attempts, shooting 55%. The Lumberjacks gave up 14 offensive rebounds in the game.</p>

Houston Christian Huskies vs Stephen F. Austin Lumberjacks NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 1/6/25

<p>Betting on today's Tigers and Broncos game? Catch the action at ExtraMile Arena in Boise, ID, as the Broncos hosts this showdown at 9:00 ET on MWN. This non-conference matchup has an over/under of 148.5 points, and Boise State is favored by -22.5 vs. Texas Southern.</p><h3>TEXAS SOUTHERN TIGERS VS BOISE STATE BRONCOS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Texas Southern Tigers +22.5</p><p>This game will be played at ExtraMile Arena at 9:00 ET on Tuesday, December 17th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE TEXAS SOUTHERN TIGERS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 78-70 in favor of the Broncos.</li><li>Even though we have Boise State winning straight-up, we like Texas Southern at +22.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 148.5 points, and we like the under with a projected 148 points.</li></ul><h3>Do the Tigers Have What it Takes on the Road?</h3><h3>Texas Southern Tigers Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>The Tigers dropped to 0-8 after a 105-73 road loss to Nevada on Saturday. Entering the game as +21.5 point underdogs, Texas Southern not only lost but also failed to cover the spread.</p> 

<p>Trailing 55-31 at halftime, the Tigers scored 42 points in the 2nd half but allowed 50. The game’s combined 178 points went well over the O/U line of 141.</p><p>Xavier DuSell's 7 threes on 11 attempts, shooting 63.6% from deep, helped him score 25 points in just 25 minutes for Texas Southern. Nick Davidson contributed 21 points and 7 assists, hitting 3 of 6 from three-point range.</p> <p>As a team, the Tigers shot 40.9% from beyond the arc, making 9 of 22 attempts, and finished with an effective field goal percentage of 53.3%. They recorded 18 assists and shot 45% from the field overall, with a free-throw percentage of 71.4%.</p><p>Texas Southern's defense struggled in their previous game, giving up 105 points on 59% shooting from the field. They allowed the opposing team to hit 72% of their two-point attempts, going 18/25 inside the arc.</p> <p>From three-point range, Texas Southern's opponents shot 50%, making 18 of 36 attempts. They also sent the other team to the free-throw line 17 times, where they converted 15 free throws for 88%.</p><h3>Will Boise State Live Up to Expectations at Home?</h3><p>Boise State improved to 6-3 on the season with a narrow 67-65 win over Saint Mary’s on Saturday. The Broncos, who were +2.5 point underdogs going into the game, not only pulled off the win but also covered the spread. The combined points for the game ended at 132, falling short of the 139-point over/under line.</p> <p>Boise State led 32-26 at halftime but allowed Saint Mary’s to score 33 points in the second half while managing just 27 points themselves. Despite the second-half struggles, the Broncos held on for the win.</p><p>Boise State's offense struggled from the field in their last game, shooting just 41.2% overall and 28.6% from three-point range. Their effective field goal percentage was 45.1%, with only 4 made threes on 14 attempts.</p> <p>Despite the shooting woes, the Broncos hit 77.8% of their free throws, going 21/27 from the line. Tyson Degenhart led the team with 19 points, while Augustas Marciulionis added 17 points and 6 assists.</p><p>Boise State's defense held their opponent to 65 points, with a 41% shooting performance from the field. They allowed 17 two-point baskets on 37 attempts, a 45% success rate.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, the opposing team shot 28%, hitting 4 of 14 three-point attempts. Boise State also sent them to the line 27 times, where they made 21 free throws, shooting 77%. Defensively, Boise State gave up 11 offensive rebounds.</p>

Texas Southern Tigers vs Boise State Broncos NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 12/17/24

<p>Don't miss out on the NHL showdown between the Devils and Kraken. The game is starting at 10:00 ET on ESPN+, and it's hosted by the Kraken at Climate Pledge Arena in Seattle, WA. Get ready to place your bets! The Devils are the -1.5 goal favorites in this non-conference matchup against Kraken. The over/under for the game is set at 5.5 goals.</p><h3>NEW JERSEY DEVILS VS SEATTLE KRAKEN BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Seattle Kraken +1.5</p><p>This game will be played at Climate Pledge Arena at 10:00 ET on Monday, January 6th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE SEATTLE KRAKEN:</h3><ul><li>Even though they are considered 1.5-goal underdogs, our projection points to a 4-2 win for the Kraken.</li><li>We like the Kraken on the moneyline (+162)</li><li>The Kraken are also our pick on the spread at +1.5</li></ul><h3>Is a Road Win Possible for New Jersey?</h3><p>New Jersey fell to 24-15-3 after a 3-0 road loss to the Flames. The Devils were favored on the puck line, and the total was set at 6.5 goals, but the combined score of 3 fell short of that mark.</p> 

<p>The game was scoreless until the third period, when the Flames scored all three of their goals. New Jersey’s offense struggled, managing just 22 shots on goal and committing 19 giveaways.</p><p>The Devils were shut out in their 3-0 loss to Calgary, managing 22 shots on goal but failing to find the net. This marks the 19th time this season they’ve been held scoreless.</p> <p>New Jersey struggled with giveaways, recording 19 in the game. After a scoreless first and second period, the Flames scored three times in the third.</p><p>Defensively, the Devils held strong through the first two periods, but they gave up three goals in the third, including an empty-netter. Jacob Markstrom made 29 saves with a 93.5% save percentage. The Devils' defense also had 5 takeaways and 22 hits.</p><h3>Do the Kraken Have a Shot at a Home Win?</h3><p>Seattle's 2-0 loss to the Bruins dropped their record to 17-20-3. The Kraken entered as underdogs on the puck line, with the total set at 6 goals, but the combined score of 2 fell well short of that mark.</p> 

<p>Both of Boston’s goals came in the first period, and Seattle’s offense couldn’t respond. The Kraken managed 23 shots on goal but failed to find the net.</p><p>Seattle's offense struggled in their latest game, failing to score on 23 shots on goal. They were shut out for the first time this season and recorded 19 giveaways.</p> <p>Despite their efforts, the Kraken couldn't find the net in any period, including on their power play opportunities. The game ended in a 2-0 loss to Boston.</p><p>Defensively, the Kraken will look to bounce back after giving up two early goals in their last game against the Bruins. Joey Daccord made 31 saves with a 93.9% save percentage, and the defense added 4 takeaways and 18 hits. However, they allowed the first two goals, with the second coming on a power play at 10:03 in the first period.</p>

New Jersey Devils vs Seattle Kraken Betting Pick & Prediction 1/6/25

<p>Planning on watching today's Knights and Royals game? Catch the action at Curry Arena in Charlotte, NC, as the Royals hosts this showdown at 4:00 ET on ESPN+. The over/under for this game is set at 153.5 points, and Queens (NC) is favored by -4.5 vs. Bellarmine in a Atlantic Sun conference matchup.</p><h3>BELLARMINE KNIGHTS VS QUEENS (NC) ROYALS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Queens (NC) Royals -4.5</p><p>This game will be played at Curry Arena at 4:00 ET on Saturday, February 3rd.</p><h3>WHY BET THE QUEENS (NC) ROYALS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 80-71 in favor of the Royals.</li><li>Not only will Queens (NC) pick up the win, but look for them to cover at -4.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 153.5 points, and we like the under with a projected 151 points.</li></ul><h3>Will the Knights Exceed Expectations on the Road?</h3><p>After defeating Jacksonville 69-63, Bellarmine has a 6-17 record this season. They have gone 1-2 in their last three road games, and their average scoring margin on the road is -13.0 points per game.</p>

<p>So far, the Knights have gone 1-13 as the underdog, and they are 1-9 in their last ten games on the road. This season, they have been the underdog in 14 of their 23 games.</p><p>As the underdog, Bellarmine has struggled against the spread this season, going just 4-9-1. On the road, their ATS mark is 4-8-1. Over their last 10 games as the underdog, the Knights have gone just 2-7-1 vs. the spread. Their ATS record vs. the spread this year is 5-13-1.</p><p>This season, the over/under record for Bellarmine sits at 9-10 and their games have averaged 139.4 points. Today's over/under line of 153.5 is higher than the average over/under line in their games (140.2). So far, 16 of their games have finished with fewer points than today's line. Over their last three games, the average scoring total is 152 points and their over/under record during this stretch is 1-2.</p><p>The Bellarmine offense is coming off a game in which they scored 69 points vs. Jacksonville. Overall their field goal percentage was 47.9% while connecting on 7 threes. The team's top scorer is Garrett Tipton, who comes into today's matchup with an average of 10.7, while Peter Suder also maintains a PPG average of 10.6 leading up to the game.</p><p>On defense, Bellarmine is currently around the NCAA average in points allowed, giving up an average of 73.8 points per game. So far, the Bellarmine defense is giving up an average of 8.7 offensive rebounds per game and are turning teams over 9.5 times per game (378th).</p><h3>Will the Royals Defense Show Up at Home?</h3><p>Queens (NC) has been much better at home this season, going 7-2 compared to 0-12 on the road. Their average scoring margin at home is +3.6, and they have won two straight games.</p>

<p>So far, the Royals have been favored in five games, and they have won all five of those matchups. Overall, they are 9-14 this season, including a 3-5 mark in Atlantic Sun Conference play.</p><p>As the favorite this season, Queens (NC) has gone 4-1 vs. the spread. Their overall ATS mark is 9-12, and they are 6-3 at home. Over their last 10 games as the favorite, the Royals have an ATS record of 6-4.</p><p>So far this season, the over/under record for Queens (NC) games is 15-6 and today's line of 153.5 is lower than the average OU line in their games (155.6). The over has hit in each of their last three games and the average scoring total in those contests is 172 points. Over their last five games, the average scoring total is 168 points and their OU record in their past 10 games is 8-2.</p><p>The Queens (NC) offense is coming off a game where they scored 94 points against Eastern Kentucky. They posted a field goal percentage of 44.4% and connected on 9 threes. Currently leading the team in scoring is Deyton Albury who comes into today's matchup averaging 17.9. AJ McKee also heads into the game with a PPG average of 17.</p><p>Coming into today's game, the Queens (NC) defense is giving up an average of 82.5 points per contest. In their most recent game, the Queens (NC) defense struggled to defend the three-point line, as Eastern Kentucky knocked down 9 three-pointers on their way to 76 points.</p>

Bellarmine Knights vs Queens (NC) Royals Betting Pick & Prediction 2/3/24

<p>Making on a bet on this NCAA game featuring the Cardinals versus the Cardinals? Tip off is at at 8:00 ET, and you can watch it all unfold on ESPN+. The game will be played at Montagne Center in Beaumont, TX. The over/under for this Southland conference contest is set at 137.5 points, with Lamar being favored by -4.5 at home against Incarnate Word.</p><h3>INCARNATE WORD CARDINALS VS LAMAR CARDINALS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Incarnate Word Cardinals +4.5</p><p>This game will be played at Montagne Center at 8:00 ET on Monday, January 6th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE INCARNATE WORD CARDINALS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 78-70 in favor of the Cardinals.</li><li>Not only will Lamar pick up the win, but look for them to cover at -4.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 137.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 148 points.</li></ul><h3>Is a Win at Beaumont Possible for the Cardinals?</h3><p>Incarnate Word evened their season record at 5-5 with a 55-49 road win over Stephen F. Austin on Saturday. Entering the game as +5 underdogs, the Cardinals not only pulled off the upset but also covered the spread.</p> <p>Incarnate Word led 26-18 at halftime and added 29 points in the 2nd half while allowing 31. The game’s total points of 104 fell well short of the 130.5 O/U line.</p><p>Incarnate Word struggled offensively in their last game, scoring just 55 points on 35.7% shooting from the field. Their effective field goal percentage was 39.3%, with a rough 20% performance from beyond the arc, hitting only 5 of 25 attempts.</p> <p>Davion Bailey led the way with 19 points, connecting on 4 of 13 from three-point range. Keon Thompson added 17 points, shooting 50% from deep, while Jalin Anderson contributed 14 points. The Cardinals managed just 6 assists as a team, with Bailey failing to register one.</p><p>Incarnate Word Cardinals put on a defensive clinic, holding their opponent to just 49 points on 31% shooting from the field. They were particularly effective in defending the three-point line, where they limited their opponents to just 2 made threes on 18 attempts, an 11% success rate.</p> <p>Even when sending their opponents to the free-throw line, the Cardinals didn’t pay too much, as they allowed just 15 made free throws on 27 attempts, a 55% shooting performance. However, they did give up 14 offensive rebounds in the game.</p><h3>Will the Cardinals Win at Montagne Center?</h3><h3>Lamar Cardinals Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>The Cardinals improved to 5-6 on the season with a 63-61 win over Houston Christian on Saturday. Lamar, who were -9.5 favorites at home, didn’t cover the spread. The game’s total points (124) fell short of the O/U line of 136.5.</p> 

<p>Lamar trailed 36-29 at halftime but turned things around by holding the Huskies to 25 points in the 2nd half while scoring 34 points of their own.</p><p>In their previous game, the Lamar Cardinals put up 63 points, shooting 41.8% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 44.8%. They connected on 5 of 16 three-point attempts, shooting 31.2% from beyond the arc, and went just 2 for 4 from the free-throw line.</p> <p>Alexis Marmolejos led the way with 21 points, hitting 4 of 7 threes and shooting 61.5% overall. Bryson Dawkins and Julian Mackey each added 20 points, with Mackey shooting 60% from deep. The Cardinals recorded 19 assists and 10 offensive rebounds in the game.</p><p>Lamar's defense held their opponent to 61 points, allowing them to shoot 41% from the field on 28 of 67 attempts. Inside the arc, the Cardinals gave up 23 two-pointers on 51 attempts, a 45% shooting rate.</p> <p>From three-point range, Lamar's defense limited their opponent to 5 made threes on 16 attempts, a 31% success rate. They also sent the opponent to the free-throw line just 4 times, where they made 2 free throws. Lamar allowed 10 offensive rebounds in the game.</p>

Incarnate Word Cardinals vs Lamar Cardinals NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 1/6/25

<p>Nine NFL games are on tap for Monday, September 19, and this divisional rivalry game is one of the most interesting, so make sure you don’t miss the Twins vs. Guardians betting pick and odds.</p>



<p>Minnesota and Cleveland will play the fifth of a five-game series at Progressive Field, and the Guardians are -115 moneyline favorites on <a href="https://www.bangthebook.com/sportsbooks/bovada/">Bovada Sportsbook</a>, while the total is set at 7.5 runs. These AL Central rivals have met 14 times this year before this series, and the Guardians lead 9-5. Cleveland won three of four games of the current series.</p>



<p><strong>Twins beat the Guardians thanks to fantastic Joe Ryan</strong></p>



<p>The Minnesota Twins returned to a .500 record after defeating the Cleveland Guardians 3-0, following three defeats in the series. Minnesota is still six wins behind Cleveland in the AL Central standings and the postseason looks unlikely for the Twins, but they will surely not give up without a fight.</p>



<p>Joe Ryan was phenomenal in his start as he pitched for 7.2 shutout innings with five strikeouts and two walks. He improved to a 12-8 record, while Jhoan Duran earned his 8th save of the season. Jake Cave hit a home run, while Luis Arraez contributed with two RBIs.</p>



<p>Sonny Gray (8-4) will take the mound for the 24th time this year when he faces the Guardians on Monday. The 32-year-old right-hander owns a great 2.83 ERA, 1.10 WHIP, and 116/35 K/BB ratio across 117.2 innings of work.</p>



<p><strong>Guardians couldn’t score against Ryan and Minnesota’s bullpen</strong></p>



<p>The Cleveland Guardians are still atop of the AL Central with three wins ahead of the Chicago White Sox, but they failed to score a single run in Game 4 of the series against the Minnesota Twins. Cleveland won nine of the previous 11 games, but in this loss, they registered just three hits opposite Minnesota’s ten.</p>



<p>Myles Straw was the only one to record a multi-hit game in this defeat. It was the first time in 14 games the Guardians failed to score a single run. Cody Morris dropped to a 0-2 record after surrendering one run on six hits with six strikeouts and a walk in 6.0 innings.</p>



<p>Cal Quantrill (12-5) will start for the 29th time this year when he meets Minnesota on Monday. The 27-year-old right-hander has a 3.51 ERA, 1.22 WHIP, and 114/43 K/BB ratio over 164.0 innings.</p>



<p><strong>Trends:</strong></p>



<p><strong>Minnesota:</strong></p>



<ul><li>35-16 in the last 51 Monday games</li></ul>



<p><strong>Cleveland:</strong></p>



<p>N/A</p>



<p><strong>Minnesota Twins vs. Cleveland Guardians Pick</strong></p>



<p>The Guardians are in good form and even though they are closer to getting a victory on Monday, I am going with Minnesota, who must get a win here and then win the series against the Royals after this one. Sonny Gray was rock-solid in his three starts (1-0) against Cleveland this year as he registered a 2.93 ERA in 15.1 innings of work. The Twins are slightly better than the Guardians when it comes to batting against right-handed pitchers, so I am giving a slight advantage to the visitors.</p>



<p><strong>Pick:</strong> Take the Twins to win (-105)</p>



<p><strong>The Total</strong></p>



<p>Both Gray and Quantrill have been excellent this year, and I already mentioned Gray’s numbers against Cleveland, but it’s important to note that Quantrill has a 2.77 ERA in 13.0 innings against the Twins. Minnesota and Cleveland’s batters could struggle against Quantrill and Gray and I don’t expect to see a high-scoring affair here. Under is 4-1 in the Twins’ last five overall; Under is 4-1 in Minnesota’s previous five vs. American League Central rivals, while Under is 13-4 in the Guardians’ last 17 home games vs. a right-handed starter.</p>



<p><strong>Pick:</strong> Go Under 7.5 runs (-110)</p>

Minnesota Twins vs. Cleveland Guardians Odds, Pick, Prediction 9/19/22

<p>Planning on watching today's Badgers and Scarlet Knights game? Catch the action at Jersey Mike's Arena in Piscataway, NJ, as the Scarlet Knights hosts this showdown at 7:00 ET on FS1. Wisconsin is favored by -1.5 in this Big Ten conference contest against Rutgers. The game's over/under currently sits at 156.5 points.</p><h3>WISCONSIN BADGERS VS RUTGERS SCARLET KNIGHTS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Rutgers Scarlet Knights +1.5</p><p>This game will be played at Jersey Mike's Arena at 7:00 ET on Monday, January 6th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE RUTGERS SCARLET KNIGHTS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 76-69 in favor of the Scarlet Knights.</li><li>Not only will Rutgers pick up the win, but look for them to cover at +1.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 156.5 points, and we like the under with a projected 145 points.</li></ul><h3>Will Wisconsin Secure A Victory as Road Favorites?</h3><p>Wisconsin improved to 11-3 on the season with a dominant 116-85 win over Iowa on Friday, January 3rd. Playing at home, the Badgers were -6.5 favorites and covered the spread with ease. The game’s total points reached 201, surpassing the O/U line of 162.5.</p> <p>After leading 54-43 at halftime, Wisconsin poured in 62 points in the 2nd half while holding Iowa to 42, showcasing their offensive firepower and defensive adjustments.</p><p>Wisconsin's offense was on fire in their last game, putting up 116 points with a 64.5% shooting percentage from the field. They were especially deadly from beyond the arc, hitting 21 of 31 threes for a 67.7% rate, contributing to an effective field goal percentage of 80.6%. The Badgers also connected on 88.2% of their free throws and dished out 26 assists.</p> <p>John Blackwell led the way with 32 points and 8 rebounds, hitting 6 of 10 threes. Drew Thelwell added 25 points, shooting 64.3% from the field and 60% from deep. Nolan Winter contributed 18 points and 8 rebounds, while Josh Dix chipped in 16 points, making 70% of his shots.</p><p>Wisconsin's defense struggled in their previous game, giving up 85 points while allowing the opposing team to shoot 64% from the field. The Badgers couldn't contain the three-point line, where their opponents hit 21 of 31 attempts, a 67% success rate.</p> <p>From the free-throw line, Wisconsin's opponents were 15 of 17, shooting 88%. The Badgers also allowed 8 offensive rebounds in the game.</p><h3>Do the Scarlet Knights Stand a Chance at Home?</h3><p>Rutgers fell to 8-6 on the season after an 84-74 road loss to Indiana on Thursday. The Scarlet Knights entered the game as +7.5 point underdogs and didn’t cover the spread. The total points of 158 exceeded the O/U line of 153.5.</p> <p>Trailing 41-34 at halftime, Rutgers scored 40 points in the 2nd half but allowed 43, leading to the 10-point loss.</p><p>In their last game, Rutgers put up 74 points, shooting 44.3% from the field. Their effective field goal percentage was 49.2%, with a two-point shooting mark of 52.5% (21/40) and a three-point percentage of 28.6% (6/21). They struggled at the free-throw line, hitting just 60.9% of their attempts (14/23), and managed only 7 offensive rebounds and 7 assists as a team.</p> <p>Ace Bailey was the standout performer, scoring 39 points and grabbing 8 rebounds, shooting 55.2% overall and 50.0% from three (4/8). Myles Rice added 21 points and 3 assists, while Oumar Ballo contributed 17 points and 12 rebounds, shooting 53.8% from the field.</p><p>Even though Rutgers gave up 84 points, their defense held the opposing team to just 38% shooting from the field. The Scarlet Knights limited them to 35% on two-point attempts, with the other team making 16 of 45 shots inside the arc.</p> <p>However, Rutgers struggled to contain the three-point line, where the other team shot 44%, hitting 12 of 27 attempts. They also sent the opposition to the free-throw line 25 times, where they converted 16 for 64%. The Scarlet Knights allowed 18 offensive rebounds.</p>

Wisconsin Badgers vs Rutgers Scarlet Knights NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 1/6/25

<p>Making on a bet on this NHL game featuring the Lightning versus the Ducks? The puck drops at 8:00 ET, and you can watch it all unfold on ESPN+. The game will be played at Honda Center in Anaheim, CA. The Lightning are favored by -1.5 goals in this non-conference showdown. The game's over/under is currently at 6.5 goals.</p><h3>TAMPA BAY LIGHTNING 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, January 5th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE ANAHEIM DUCKS:</h3><ul><li>With a 1.5 goal advantage on the spread, our projections favor the Lightning to secure a 4-3 victory.</li><li>Take the Lightning on the moneyline</li><li>On the puck line, we like Ducks (+1.5)</li></ul><h3>Can the Lightning Offense Score Enough in Anaheim?</h3><p>The Lightning fell to 20-14-2 after a 7-4 loss to the Jets. Tampa Bay’s defense struggled, giving up four goals in the third period. The total for the game was set at 6.5 goals, but both teams combined for 11.</p> <p>Tampa Bay led 2-0 early, but Winnipeg responded with seven of the next nine goals. The Lightning were underdogs on the puck line and failed to cover. Four different players scored for the Lightning in the loss.</p><p>Tampa Bay's offense found the net four times in their 7-4 loss to Winnipeg. Brandon Hagel opened the scoring with his 7th goal of the season, followed by Brayden Point, who netted his 8th on a power play. Mitchell Chaffee added his 4th goal, and Nikita Kucherov scored for the 10th time this season.</p> <p>The Lightning took 30 shots on goal and recorded 8 giveaways. They scored twice in the first period, once in the second, and added their final goal in the third period.</p><p>Tampa Bay’s defense struggled late, giving up three goals in the 3rd period, including two empty-netters. They also allowed the first two goals of the 2nd period, which erased a 2-1 lead. Goalie Jonas Johansson made 27 saves with a save percentage of 84.4%.</p><h3>Will the Ducks Come Through as Home Underdogs?</h3><p>Anaheim dropped to 16-18-4 after a 4-2 loss to the Blackhawks. The Ducks were favored on the puck line, and the total was set at 6.5 goals. The combined 6 goals fell just short of the total.</p> 

<p>The Ducks fell behind 3-0 before scoring in the third period. Brock McGinn got Anaheim on the board at 10:16 in the third, and Mason McTavish added a goal with just 4 seconds left in the game.</p><p>Anaheim took 39 shots on goal but only found the net twice in their 4-2 loss to Chicago. Brock McGinn scored his second goal of the season, while Mason McTavish added his second goal on a power play, with just four seconds remaining in the game.</p> <p>Ross Johnston picked up his first assist of the season on McGinn's goal, and Troy Terry recorded his fifth assist on McTavish's power-play goal. Ryan Strome added his fourth assist of the year. The Ducks had 16 giveaways in the game.</p><p>Defensively, the Ducks struggled early, giving up two goals in the first period and another late in the second. Two of those goals were on the power play, and they allowed a final goal with just 2:17 left in the third. Lukas Dostal made 25 saves with a save percentage of 86.2%.</p>

Tampa Bay Lightning vs Anaheim Ducks Betting Pick & Prediction 1/5/25

<p>Don't miss out on the NCAA showdown between the Huskies and Buffaloes. The game is starting at 3:30 ET on ESPN2, and it's hosted by the Buffaloes at Lahaina Civic Center in Maui, HI. Get ready to place your bets! Connecticut is the -14.5 point favorites in this non-conference matchup against Colorado. The over/under for the game is set at 144 points.</p><h3>CONNECTICUT HUSKIES VS COLORADO BUFFALOES BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Colorado Buffaloes +14.5</p><p>This game will be played at Lahaina Civic Center at 3:30 ET on Tuesday, November 26th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE COLORADO BUFFALOES:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 75-74 in favor of the Buffaloes.</li><li>Not only will Colorado pick up the win, but look for them to cover at +14.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 144 points, and we like the over with a projected 149 points.</li></ul><h3>Can the Huskies Pull Out the Win as Road Favorites?</h3><h3>Connecticut Huskies Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>The Huskies dropped a 99-97 decision at home to Memphis on Monday, November 25th. Connecticut, who went into the game as -9 favorites, not only lost but also failed to cover the spread.</p> 

<p>After a 40-40 tie at halftime, both teams scored 42 points in the 2nd half. The total points for the game reached 196, well over the O/U line of 148.5.</p><p>Connecticut's offense was firing on all cylinders in their last game, putting up 97 points with a 49.2% shooting performance from the field. They were particularly effective from beyond the arc, hitting 14 of 30 threes for a 46.7% rate, contributing to an effective field goal percentage of 60%. The Huskies also connected on 79.2% of their free throws, going 19 of 24 from the line.</p> <p>Tyrese Hunter led the way with 26 points, knocking down 7 of 10 threes and shooting 61.5% overall. Tarris Reed Jr. was dominant inside, shooting 76.9% from the field and grabbing 11 rebounds. Connecticut also got strong contributions from Alex Karaban and Colby Rogers, who each added 19 points, with Karaban hitting 4 threes and dishing out 6 assists.</p><p>Connecticut’s defense struggled in their last game, giving up 99 points on 49% shooting from the field. They allowed 32 made field goals on 65 attempts.</p> <p>From three-point range, the Huskies gave up 14 threes on 30 attempts, a 46% shooting performance. They also sent the opposing team to the free-throw line 24 times, where they hit 19 free throws, good for 79%.</p><h3>Are Colorado Ready for a Home Win?</h3><p>Colorado fell to Michigan State 72-56 on Monday, failing to cover the +7.5 spread. The game’s total points of 128 were well below the O/U line of 145.5.</p> <p>After trailing 38-25 at halftime, the Buffaloes scored 31 points in the 2nd half but allowed 34, unable to close the gap.</p><p>In their last game, the Buffaloes struggled offensively, scoring just 56 points on 37% shooting from the field. Their effective field goal percentage was 40.7%, and they hit only 21.1% from beyond the arc, making 4 of 19 attempts. They also shot 60% from the free-throw line, connecting on 12 of 20 attempts.</p> <p>Julian Hammond III led the team with 15 points, knocking down 3 of 7 threes and adding 4 assists. Elijah Malone contributed 14 points on 7 of 10 shooting, while Jase Richardson added 13 points, hitting 6 of 8 shots overall.</p><p>Colorado's defense struggled inside, allowing 72 points on 49% shooting from the field. The Buffaloes gave up 28 two-point baskets on 40 attempts, a 70% success rate for their opponent.</p> <p>However, Colorado did well in limiting three-point damage, as their opponent shot just 2/21 from beyond the arc, a 9% clip. They also sent their opponent to the free-throw line 13 times, where they made 10 shots (76%).</p>

Connecticut Huskies vs Colorado Buffaloes NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 11/26/24

<p>Don't miss out on the NCAA showdown between the Horned Frogs and Cougars. The game is starting at 9:00 ET on ESPN2, and it's hosted by the Cougars at Fertitta Center in Houston, TX. Get ready to place your bets! The over/under for this game is set at 128.5 points, and Houston is favored by -18.5 vs. TCU in a Big 12 conference matchup.</p><h3>TCU HORNED FROGS VS HOUSTON COUGARS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: TCU Horned Frogs +18.5</p><p>This game will be played at Fertitta Center at 9:00 ET on Monday, January 6th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE TCU HORNED FROGS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 78-69 in favor of the Cougars.</li><li>Even though we have Houston winning straight-up, we like TCU at +18.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 128.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 147 points.</li></ul><h3>Can the Horned Frogs Pull the Upset on the Road?</h3><p>TCU improved to 8-5 on the season with a narrow 63-62 win over Kansas State on Saturday. The Horned Frogs were favored by 3 points but didn’t cover the spread. The total points for the game were 125, falling short of the 140.5 O/U line.</p> <p>TCU led 27-24 at halftime and scored 36 points in the 2nd half while allowing 38. Despite not covering the spread, the Horned Frogs got the win at home.</p><p>TCU's offense struggled in their last game, shooting just 39.3% from the field and 39.1% on two-point attempts. They hit 40% from beyond the arc, connecting on 6 of 15 three-point shots.</p> <p>Noah Reynolds led the Horned Frogs with 18 points, shooting 53.8% from the field. Trazarien White and Vasean Allette each added 14 points, with White hitting 3 of 4 from deep.</p><p>TCU's defense held their opponent to 62 points, with a field goal percentage of 39% (24/61). They limited two-point shooting to 39% (18/46).</p> <p>From beyond the arc, TCU allowed 6 threes on 15 attempts (40%). Their opponent also shot 56% from the free-throw line, making 9 of 16.</p><h3>Can Houston Lock in a Home Win?</h3><p>Houston improved to 10-3 on the season with an 86-55 win over BYU on Saturday. Playing at home, they entered the game as -9.5 favorites and covered the spread with ease. The total points for the game reached 141, surpassing the over/under line of 133.5.</p> <p>Houston took control early, leading 39-22 at halftime. They continued their strong play in the second half, scoring 47 points while allowing 33.</p><p>Houston's offense was firing on all cylinders in their last game, putting up 86 points with a field goal percentage of 49.2% (29/59). Their effective field goal percentage was an impressive 62.7%, thanks in large part to their three-point shooting, where they hit 16 of 34 attempts (47.1%).</p> <p>The Cougars also connected on 75% of their free throws (12/16) and grabbed 15 offensive rebounds, while dishing out 15 assists. Emanuel Sharp led the way with 18 points in 20 minutes, hitting 4 of 8 from beyond the arc. Terrance Arceneaux added 15 points, shooting 4 of 5 from three-point range, and Trevin Knell and Mylik Wilson each chipped in 12 points, with Wilson going 5 for 5 from the field.</p><p>Despite Houston's defensive struggles, they managed to hold the opposing team to 55 points. The Cougars allowed their opponents to shoot 49% from the field, with 29 made baskets on 59 attempts.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Houston's defense gave up 16 threes on 34 attempts, a 47% shooting performance. The opposing team also went 12/16 from the free-throw line, hitting 75% of their shots. Houston allowed 15 offensive rebounds in the game.</p>

TCU Horned Frogs vs Houston Cougars NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 1/6/25

<p>Wednesday's interleague matchup between the Reds and Blue Jays is set for 7:07 PM ET from the Rogers Centre in Toronto. The Reds are the slight money line favorite, with their line sitting at -112 compared to the Blue Jays at -106. The over/under line is currently at 8.5 runs.</p>

<p>Cincinnati comes in with a record of 61-65, while the Blue Jays are 59-67 overall. Nick Martinez will start for the Reds, and the Blue Jays are sending Yariel Rodriguez to the mound.</p><h3>TORONTO BLUE JAYS VS CINCINNATI REDS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Toronto Blue Jays Moneyline -106</p><p>This game will be played at Rogers Centre at 7:07 ET on Wednesday, August 21st.</p><h3>HOW TO BET THE REDS VS BLUE JAYS:</h3><ul><li>We have the Blue Jays winning by a score of 6 to 5</li><li>If you're looking for a run line pick, we also like the Blue Jays to cover</li><li>As for an over/under pick, we have this game finishing with 11 runs and like the over</li></ul><p>Toronto cruised to a 10-3 win over the Reds in the most recent game of this series. The Blue Jays had a huge 2nd inning, scoring three runs, and added three more in the 5th. As for the Reds, they scored their only three runs in the 6th. Heading into the game, the Blue Jays were favored at -126.</p>

<p>The Blue Jays got to Reds starter Carson Spiers, who gave up nine earned runs in just 4 1/3 innings of work and took the loss. As for the Blue Jays, they got a good outing from Jose Berrios, who gave up just two earned runs across seven innings of work and got the win.</p>

<p>At the plate, the Blue Jays were led by George Springer and Leo Jimenez, who each had two hits and combined for three RBIs. Alejandro Kirk also had a two-hit game and drove in a run. For the Reds, Noelvi Marte went 2/4 with an RBI.</p><h3>Reds Records & Stats</h3><p>Cincinnati is 61-65 overall this season, and they are 4th in the NL Central, 12.5 games behind the Brewers for the division lead. The Reds trail the Cardinals by a half-game for 3rd place in the division and are 18-17 in the division this year. The Reds will be on the road today, where they are 30-31 this year.</p>

<p>The Reds were able to snap a three-game losing streak in games where they were favored in the series opener vs. the Blue Jays. However, they dropped the most recent game, so they are 15-22-3 in series this year. Cincinnati has an overall record of 31-29 as the favorite and 30-36 as the underdog. So far, they have been good as the road favorite, going 11-5 this year.</p><p>The Reds have been a solid bet on the run line this season, going 67-59 overall. They have been even better on the run line on the road, going 38-23. Their average run margin on the road is +0.7 runs per game, and they have covered the run line in three straight games as the underdog.</p><p>The Cincinnati Reds are on the road today against the Toronto Blue Jays, with the over/under line set at 8.5 runs. The Reds have an over/under record of 58-63 on the season, and their games have averaged 8.6 runs per game. Their games have had an average over/under line of 9 runs, but when the line is set at 8.5 runs, the over has hit at a 15-11 clip. Overall, 49.2% of their games have had over/under lines set higher than 8.5 runs, and they are currently on a two-game over streak.</p><p>Right-hander Nick Martinez gets the start for the Reds today as he faces the Blue Jays on the road. He has made 34 appearances this season, including eight starts, and has a record of 6-6 with a 3.25 ERA. Martinez's WHIP for the season is currently 1.05. In his last outing, he took the loss, giving up three earned runs in six innings of work. Before that, he had a streak of three straight scoreless outings. Martinez has been much better on the road this season, coming in with a record of 3-2 and 2.31 ERA compared to 3-4 with a 3.70 ERA at home.</p><p>Elly De La Cruz comes into the game as the Reds' top home run hitter, and he is also 3rd on the team in RBIs. De La Cruz has a batting average of .258 and has gone deep 21 times this season. Spencer Steer has also been a big power threat for the Reds, as he has 18 homers but has struggled with his batting average, hitting just .234.</p>

<p>Jeimer Candelario is 2nd on the Reds in homers but has a batting average of just .225, and his on-base percentage of .279 is the worst among the team's regular starters. Over his last eight games, TJ Friedl has gone 9/28 with three homers.</p><h3>Blue Jays Records & Stats</h3><p>With a record of 59-67, the Blue Jays are 5th in the AL East, 14.5 games behind the Orioles for the division lead. So far this season, they are just 17-24 in AL East matchups. Toronto is looking to bounce back after dropping their most recent game vs. the Reds.</p>

<p>At home, the Blue Jays are 30-32 this season, compared to a mark of 29-35 on the road. As the favorite, Toronto has gone 37-27 and 22-40 as the underdog. The Blue Jays' overall series record is 14-20-6, and they are currently tied in their series vs. the Reds.</p><p>The Blue Jays have an even run line record on the season at 63-63, but they have been a much better bet on the road, where they are 41-23. Their average run margin is -0.6 runs per game, but they have been outscored by an average of -0.9 runs per game at home. They have been a run line underdog in 62 games, going 35-27 in those contests.</p><p>When the Toronto Blue Jays play at home, the over/under line is set at 8.5 runs, and their games have averaged 8.9 runs per game this season. Overall, the Blue Jays have a 68-55 over/under record, and their games have had an average over/under line of 8 runs. When the line is set at 8.5 runs, their games have gone over the total 21 times and under 19 times. This season, 22 of their games have had over/under lines set at 8.5 runs, accounting for 17.5% of their games. Their games have had over/under lines set below 8.5 runs in 64 games, or 50.8% of the time. Currently, the Blue Jays are on a two-game over streak.</p><p>Toronto is sending Yariel Rodríguez to the mound today vs. the Reds. The right-hander has made 13 starts this season and has a record of 1-5 with a 3.93 ERA. So far, he has made two quality starts and is averaging 9.33 strikeouts per nine innings. In his last outing, Rodríguez finished with a no-decision, giving up four earned runs in five innings of work vs. the Cubs. Before that, he had given up at least one homer in three straight starts. Opponents are batting .211 vs. Rodríguez this season.</p><p>Over his last eight games, Vladimir Guerrero Jr. has gone 10/33 with three home runs. For the season, he is batting .318 with 26 homers and 81 RBIs, which both lead the team and are among the best marks in the league. George Springer is also one of the league's top power hitters, but he is batting just .222 this season.</p>

<p>As a team, the Blue Jays are averaging 4.2 runs per game and are 22nd in the league in home runs. Overall, they have been a below-average offense this season, and they have been even worse at home, averaging just 4.1 runs per game. Toronto comes into the game with the 12th best on-base percentage in the league.</p>

Cincinnati Reds vs Toronto Blue Jays Betting Pick & Prediction 8/21/24

<p>Making on a bet on this NCAA game featuring the Golden Griffins versus the Pioneers? Tip off is at at 2:00 ET, and you can watch it all unfold on ESPN+. The game will be played at William H. Pitt Center in Fairfield, CT. The over/under for this Metro Atlantic Athletic conference contest is set at 145.5 points, with Sacred Heart being favored by -9.5 at home against Canisius.</p><h3>CANISIUS GOLDEN GRIFFINS VS SACRED HEART PIONEERS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Canisius Golden Griffins +9.5</p><p>This game will be played at William H. Pitt Center at 2:00 ET on Sunday, January 5th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE CANISIUS GOLDEN GRIFFINS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 76-71 in favor of the Pioneers.</li><li>Even though we have Sacred Heart winning straight-up, we like Canisius at +9.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 145.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 147 points.</li></ul><h3>Does Canisius Have What it Takes on the Road?</h3><h3>Canisius Golden Griffins Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>The Golden Griffins’ season continued to spiral with a 92-59 loss to Bradley on Saturday, dropping them to 0-13. Canisius entered the game as +24.5 point underdogs and failed to cover the spread.</p> 

<p>After trailing 48-30 at halftime, Canisius managed just 29 points in the 2nd half while allowing 44. The total points for the game hit 151, surpassing the O/U line of 141.5.</p><p>Canisius managed just 59 points in their last game, shooting 43.1% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 51%. They hit 31.8% from beyond the arc, connecting on 7 of 22 attempts, while making 8 of 9 free throws for an 88.9% success rate.</p> <p>Paul McMillan IV led the way with 26 points, shooting 53.3% overall and 50% from three. Duke Deen hit 4 of 6 from deep, finishing with 12 points and 5 assists, while Corey Thomas was perfect from the field, going 4 for 4, including 1 for 1 from three.</p><p>Canisius struggled defensively, giving up 92 points while allowing their opponent to shoot 57% from the field. Inside the arc, they allowed 69% shooting, with their opponent hitting 18 of 26 two-point attempts.</p> <p>From three-point range, Canisius gave up 12 threes on 26 attempts, a 46% success rate. They also sent their opponent to the free-throw line 24 times, where they converted 20 free throws, shooting 83%.</p><h3>Is A Home Victory Likely for Favored Sacred Heart?</h3><p>Sacred Heart dropped to 4-8 on the season after a 94-76 road loss to Miami (OH) on Sunday. The Pioneers entered the game as +7.5 point underdogs and failed to cover the spread. The total points for the game reached 170, surpassing the over/under line of 147.5.</p> <p>Sacred Heart struggled early, falling behind 50-30 at halftime. While they scored 46 points in the second half, they allowed 44, making it difficult to mount a comeback.</p><p>Sacred Heart's offense put up 76 points in their last game, shooting 39.7% from the field. They connected on 42.3% of their three-point attempts, hitting 11 of 26 from deep, while their two-point shooting was just 37.8%.</p> <p>Reece Potter was perfect from the field, going 8/8 overall and 3/3 from three, finishing with 19 points in 18 minutes. The Pioneers also hit 88.2% of their free throws, making 15 of 17 attempts.</p><p>Defensively, Sacred Heart struggled, giving up 94 points while allowing their opponent to shoot 53% from the field. They had trouble containing both inside and outside, as the opposing team connected on 58% of their two-point attempts, going 18/31.</p> <p>The Pioneers also allowed 17 threes on 35 attempts, a 48% clip. From the free-throw line, their opponent shot 87%, making 7 of 8. Sacred Heart gave up 9 offensive rebounds in the game.</p>

Canisius Golden Griffins vs Sacred Heart Pioneers NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 1/5/25

<p>Looking to win big? The Golden Lions and Hornets face off at 7:00 ET on SWAC. The Hornets are hosting the game at Dunn-Oliver Acadome in Montgomery, AL. The over/under line for this matchup is currently at 164.5 points, and Alabama State is favored by -16.5 to win at home against UAPB.</p><h3>UAPB GOLDEN LIONS VS ALABAMA STATE HORNETS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: UAPB Golden Lions +16.5</p><p>This game will be played at Dunn-Oliver Acadome at 7:00 ET on Monday, January 6th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE UAPB GOLDEN LIONS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 77-71 in favor of the Hornets.</li><li>Even though we have Alabama State winning straight-up, we like UAPB at +16.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 164.5 points, and we like the under with a projected 148 points.</li></ul><h3>Can the Golden Lions Lock in a Win at Montgomery?</h3><p>UAPB's season continued to be a struggle after their 89-79 loss to Alabama A&M on Saturday, dropping them to 1-11. The Golden Lions were +9.5 point underdogs going into the game and failed to cover the spread.</p> <p>UAPB trailed 41-34 at halftime and couldn't close the gap in the second half, despite scoring 45 points. They allowed 48 points in the second half, and the game’s total points of 168 went over the pre-game O/U line of 162.5.</p><p>Doctor Bradley led the way for UAPB with 30 points and 8 rebounds, shooting 61.1% from the field in their last game. Chad Moodie was also efficient, going 8-for-10 from the field and adding 19 points and 9 rebounds. Bilal Abdur-Rahman was perfect from the field, hitting all 3 of his shots, including 2 threes, for 18 points in just 15 minutes.</p> <p>As a team, UAPB shot 44.8% from the field and 35.3% from three, with an effective field goal percentage of 50%. They struggled at the free-throw line, hitting just 58.3% of their attempts. The Golden Lions grabbed 17 offensive rebounds and finished with 10 assists in the game.</p><p>Despite UAPB's efforts, their defense couldn't contain the opposition, allowing 89 points on 49% shooting. The Golden Lions struggled to defend inside, giving up 62% shooting on two-point attempts (23/37).</p> <p>From beyond the arc, UAPB held the other team to 27% shooting (6/22). However, they sent them to the line 38 times, where they converted 25 free throws (65%). UAPB also allowed 15 offensive rebounds.</p><h3>Will Alabama State Live Up to Expectations at Home?</h3><p>Alabama State improved to 4-9 on the season with a dominant 84-55 win over Mississippi Valley State on Saturday. Playing at home, the Hornets were -22 favorites and covered the spread. The total points for the game hit 139, just over the 138.5 O/U line.</p> <p>Leading 39-29 at halftime, Alabama State clamped down defensively in the second half, allowing just 26 points while scoring 45 of their own to seal the win.</p><p>Alabama State put up 84 points in their last game, shooting 50% from the field and 44.4% from beyond the arc. Their effective field goal percentage was 57.1%, and they hit 76.9% of their free throws, going 20-for-26 from the line.</p> <p>Alvin Stredic led the way with 21 points and 9 rebounds, while Micah Octave and CJ Hines each added 14 points. Hines also dished out 6 assists. The Hornets grabbed 12 offensive rebounds and finished with 14 assists as a team.</p><p>Despite Alabama State's defense allowing 55 points, they couldn't capitalize offensively, giving up 28 made field goals on 50% shooting. The Hornets allowed 20 two-point baskets on 38 attempts, a 52% success rate for their opponent.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Alabama State's defense allowed 8 threes on 18 attempts, with their opponent shooting 44%. They also sent the other team to the free-throw line 26 times, where they converted 20 free throws at a 76% clip. Alabama State gave up 12 offensive rebounds.</p>

UAPB Golden Lions vs Alabama State Hornets NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 1/6/25

<p>Betting on today's Colonels and Lions game? Catch the action at The Field House in Commerce, TX, as the Lions hosts this showdown at 7:30 ET on ESPN+. Nicholls is favored by -5.5 in this Southland conference showdown. The game's over/under is currently at 142.5 points.</p><h3>NICHOLLS COLONELS VS EAST TEXAS A&M LIONS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: East Texas A&M Lions +5.5</p><p>This game will be played at The Field House at 7:30 ET on Monday, January 6th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE EAST TEXAS A&M LIONS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 76-71 in favor of the Lions.</li><li>Not only will East Texas A&M pick up the win, but look for them to cover at +5.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 142.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 147 points.</li></ul><h3>Can the Colonels Pull Off a Road Win?</h3><h3>Nicholls Colonels Recent Game/Games</h3> <p>Nicholls fell to 5-6 on the season after a narrow 68-66 road loss to Northwestern State on Saturday. Entering the game as +1.5 point underdogs, the Colonels not only lost but also failed to cover the spread.</p> <p>Trailing 36-33 at halftime, Nicholls allowed 32 points in the 2nd half while scoring 33. The game’s total points of 134 fell short of the 138.5 O/U line.</p><p>In their last game, Nicholls put up 66 points, shooting 42.9% from the field and 41.2% from three-point range (7/17). Their effective field goal percentage was 50%, and they hit 68.8% of their free throws (11/16).</p> <p>Micah Thomas and Michael Gray Jr. each scored 18 points, with Gray hitting 4 threes at 44.4%, and Thomas connecting on 3 threes at 42.9%. Byron Ireland added 15 points and 6 assists, while Addison Patterson contributed 11 points and 12 rebounds, despite shooting 25% from the field.</p><p>Nicholls held their opponent to 68 points on 38% shooting from the field, including 43% from two-point range with 17 made baskets on 39 attempts.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, the opponent shot 5/18, hitting 27% of their threes. Nicholls also sent them to the line 24 times, where they converted 19 free throws for 79%.</p><h3>Will East Texas A&M Find a Way to Win at Home?</h3><p>The Lions fell to 2-12 on the season after a 75-56 home loss to McNeese State on Saturday. East Texas A&M entered the game as +16.5 point underdogs and failed to cover the spread.</p> <p>After trailing 41-23 at halftime, the Lions were outscored 34-33 in the second half. The total points for the game were 131, just under the O/U line of 136.5.</p><p>East Texas A&M struggled offensively in their last game, scoring just 56 points on 31.2% shooting from the field. They hit 27.8% from beyond the arc, connecting on 10 of 36 attempts, and posted an effective field goal percentage of 39.1%.</p> <p>Javohn Garcia led the way with 24 points, shooting 75% overall and 50% from three. Yusef Salih added 18 points, hitting 4 of 8 from deep, while Quadir Copeland contributed 6 assists.</p><p>Despite giving up 75 points, East Texas A&M's defense held their opponent to just 31% shooting from the field, with only 20 made baskets on 64 attempts. They limited two-point opportunities, allowing just 10 makes on 28 attempts for 35% shooting.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, the Lions gave up 10 threes on 36 attempts, a 27% shooting performance. They sent their opponent to the free-throw line 8 times, where they converted 6 for a 75% rate. East Texas A&M also allowed 15 offensive rebounds.</p>

Nicholls Colonels vs East Texas A&M Lions NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 1/6/25

<p>Looking to win big? The Jayhawks and Knights face off at 4:00 ET on ESPN+. The Knights are hosting the game at Addition Financial Arena in Orlando, FL. Kansas is favored by -5.5 in this Big 12 conference showdown. The game's over/under is currently at 148.5 points.</p><h3>KANSAS JAYHAWKS VS UCF KNIGHTS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: UCF Knights +5.5</p><p>This game will be played at Addition Financial Arena at 4:00 ET on Sunday, January 5th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE UCF KNIGHTS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 77-68 in favor of the Knights.</li><li>Not only will UCF pick up the win, but look for them to cover at +5.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 148.5 points, and we like the under with a projected 145 points.</li></ul><h3>Can Kansas Secure a Road Victory?</h3><p>Kansas fell to 9-3 on the season after a narrow 62-61 home loss to West Virginia on Tuesday. The Jayhawks entered the game as -13.5 favorites but failed to cover the spread, and the combined 123 points fell short of the 141.5 O/U line.</p> <p>After trailing 33-20 at halftime, Kansas mounted a comeback, outscoring West Virginia 41-29 in the second half, but it wasn’t enough to secure the win.</p><p>Kansas struggled offensively in their last game, shooting just 38.8% from the field and 25% from three-point range, hitting 4 of 16 attempts. Their effective field goal percentage was 42.9%, but they excelled at the free-throw line, making 19 of 21 shots for a 90.5% rate.</p> <p>Zeke Mayo led the team with 27 points, shooting 46.2% overall and 28.6% from beyond the arc. Eduardo Andre was efficient, hitting 7 of 9 shots for 15 points, while Javon Small contributed 13 points and 11 rebounds, despite missing all 6 of his three-point attempts.</p><p>Despite giving up 19 free throws, Kansas held their opponent to just 62 points on 38% shooting. The Jayhawks limited damage from beyond the arc, with their opponent hitting only 4 of 16 threes (25%).</p> <p>Inside, Kansas allowed 15 two-point baskets on 33 attempts (45%). They also gave up 7 offensive rebounds in the game.</p><h3>Will the Knights Win at Home?</h3><p>UCF improved to 10-2 on the season with an 87-83 win over Texas Tech on Tuesday. The Knights pulled off the upset as +13.5 point underdogs and covered the spread.</p> <p>UCF led 47-41 at halftime and scored 40 points in the 2nd half while allowing 42. The game’s total points of 170 exceeded the O/U line of 146.5.</p><p>UCF's offense was firing on all cylinders in their last game, putting up 87 points while shooting 51.8% from the field. Their effective field goal percentage was an impressive 60.7%, thanks in part to their 43.5% shooting from beyond the arc, hitting 10 of 23 attempts. At the free-throw line, the Knights were nearly automatic, converting 19 of 22 for an 86.4% rate.</p> <p>JT Toppin led the way with 26 points and 10 rebounds, shooting 57.9% from the floor. Darius Johnson added 24 points, hitting 70% of his shots, including 2 of 3 from deep. Keyshawn Hall was perfect from three, going 4 for 4, and finished with 22 points on 69.2% shooting overall.</p><p>UCF's defense struggled in their last game, giving up 83 points on 45% shooting from the field. The Knights allowed 53% shooting on two-point attempts, with their opponents hitting 30 of 56 shots inside the arc.</p> <p>From beyond the three-point line, UCF held their opponents to just 18% shooting, as they made only 3 of 16 attempts. However, UCF sent them to the free-throw line 18 times, where they converted 14 free throws at a 77% rate. The Knights also allowed 17 offensive rebounds.</p>

Kansas Jayhawks vs UCF Knights NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 1/5/25

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<p>Looking to win big? The Spartans and Hornets face off at 7:30 ET on ESPN+. The Hornets are hosting the game at Memorial Hall (DE) in Dover, DE. Norfolk State come into this Mid-Eastern conference matchup as the -6.5 favorite. The over/under line currently sits at 146.5 points.</p><h3>NORFOLK STATE SPARTANS VS DELAWARE STATE HORNETS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Delaware State Hornets +6.5</p><p>This game will be played at Memorial Hall (DE) at 7:30 ET on Monday, January 6th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE DELAWARE STATE HORNETS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 77-69 in favor of the Hornets.</li><li>Not only will Delaware State pick up the win, but look for them to cover at +6.5.</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>Will the Spartans Win in Dover?</h3><p>Norfolk State moved to 8-7 on the season with an 81-59 win over Maryland Eastern Shore on Saturday. The Spartans, who were -17 point favorites, covered the spread at home. The game’s total points of 140 fell just under the O/U line of 141.5.</p> <p>After leading 35-29 at halftime, Norfolk State took control in the second half, outscoring the Hawks 46-30 to secure the win.</p><p>Norfolk State put up 81 points in their last game, shooting 57.9% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 63.2%. They connected on 64.3% of their two-point attempts and hit 40% from beyond the arc, going 6-for-15 from three-point range.</p> <p>The Spartans dished out 23 assists, with Brian Moore Jr. contributing 4 assists to go along with his team-high 22 points and 7 rebounds. Christopher Flippin added 17 points and 9 rebounds, shooting 61.5% from the field.</p><p>Despite Norfolk State's defensive struggles, allowing 59 points on 57% shooting, they still managed to come out on top. The Spartans gave up 27 two-point baskets on 64% shooting.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Norfolk State allowed 6 threes on 15 attempts, a 40% clip. They also sent their opponents to the line 16 times, where they hit 9 free throws.</p><h3>Can The Hornets Secure a Home Victory?</h3><h3>Delaware State Hornets Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Delaware State fell to 4-8 on the season after a 100-94 road loss to Howard on Saturday. The Hornets were +7 point underdogs going into the game but managed to cover the spread.</p> 

<p>After trailing 55-47 at halftime, Delaware State scored 47 points in the 2nd half while allowing 45. The game’s total points of 194 easily surpassed the over/under line of 149.5.</p><p>Delaware State put up 94 points in their latest game, shooting 47% from the field and posting an effective field goal percentage of 51.5%. They hit 54.3% of their two-point attempts, while connecting on 30% from beyond the arc, going 6-for-20. At the free-throw line, they were nearly automatic, hitting 26 of 29 attempts for an 89.7% success rate.</p> <p>Blake Harper led the way with 34 points, shooting 83.3% overall and 75% from three-point range. Martaz Robinson added 28 points despite shooting 35.3% from the field and 16.7% from deep. Robert Smith contributed 27 points, 6 rebounds, and 6 assists, while Cameron Shockley-Okeke knocked down 6 threes at a 60% clip, finishing with 24 points.</p><p>Delaware State's defense had a tough outing, giving up 100 points on 59% shooting from the field. They allowed 31 made field goals on 52 attempts.</p> <p>The Hornets struggled to contain both inside and outside, with opponents hitting 66% of their two-point shots (20/30) and 50% from beyond the arc (11/22). They also sent the other team to the line 27 times, where they converted every free throw.</p>

Norfolk State Spartans vs Delaware State Hornets NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 1/6/25

<p>Don't miss out on the NCAA showdown between the Pirates and Phoenix. The game is starting at 7:00 ET on FloC, and it's hosted by the Phoenix at Schar Center in Elon, NC. Get ready to place your bets! The odds for this Coastal Athletic Association conference game currently have Elon as the -8.5 point favorite with the over/under line sitting at 139.5 points.</p><h3>HAMPTON PIRATES VS ELON PHOENIX BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Hampton Pirates +8.5</p><p>This game will be played at Schar Center at 7:00 ET on Saturday, January 4th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE HAMPTON PIRATES:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 77-70 in favor of the Phoenix.</li><li>Even though we have Elon winning straight-up, we like Hampton at +8.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 139.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 147 points.</li></ul><h3>Will the Pirates Pull Through as the Away Underdog?</h3><h3>Hampton Pirates Recent Game/Games</h3> <p>The Pirates dropped to 5-6 this season after a 94-67 road loss to Charleston on Thursday. Entering as +10.5 point underdogs, Hampton not only lost but also failed to cover the spread.</p> <p>Hampton trailed 42-35 at halftime but were outscored 52-32 in the 2nd half. The game’s total points reached 161, surpassing the O/U line of 146.5.</p><p>Hampton's offense struggled in their last game, shooting just 35.9% from the field and 34.9% on two-point attempts. Their effective field goal percentage was 42.2%, and they hit 38.1% of their threes, going 8-for-21 from beyond the arc.</p> <p>At the free-throw line, the Pirates connected on 59.1% of their attempts, making 13 of 22 shots. They grabbed 8 offensive rebounds and dished out 14 assists in the game.</p><p>Hampton's defense struggled, giving up 94 points on 49% shooting. Their opponents hit 50% of their two-point shots, going 14/28.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Hampton allowed 12 threes on 25 attempts, good for 48%. They also sent their opponents to the line 40 times, where they made 30 free throws.</p><h3>Will the Elon Defense Show Up at Home?</h3><h3>Elon Phoenix Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Elon improved to 8-4 on the season with a 75-67 win over North Carolina A&T on Thursday. The Phoenix were -6.5 point favorites going into the game and covered the spread with the win.</p> 

<p>Elon led 45-34 at halftime but allowed the Aggies to outscore them 33-30 in the second half. The total points for the game came in under the O/U line of 152.5, with a combined 142 points.</p><p>Elon's offense put up 75 points in their last game, shooting 39% from the field and 28% from beyond the arc. Their effective field goal percentage was 44.1%, and they hit 81.5% of their free throws, going 22-for-27 from the line.</p> <p>The Phoenix grabbed 19 offensive rebounds and dished out 12 assists. Landon Glasper led the way with 22 points, hitting 6-of-14 threes, while Nikolaos Chitikoudis contributed 12 points and 15 rebounds.</p><p>Despite a strong defensive effort, Elon Phoenix couldn’t hold off their opponent, allowing 67 points. They did manage to limit scoring by holding the other team to just 35% shooting from the field, including 31% from two-point range.</p> <p>Elon also sent their opponent to the free-throw line 16 times, where they converted 10 attempts. However, they gave up 15 offensive rebounds, which may have contributed to the scoring.</p>

Hampton Pirates vs Elon Phoenix NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 1/4/25

<p>Don't miss out on the NCAA showdown between the Paladins and Spartans. The game is starting at 4:00 ET on ESPN+, and it's hosted by the Spartans at First Horizon Coliseum in Greensboro, NC. Get ready to place your bets! The over/under line for this matchup is currently at 137.5 points, and UNCG is favored by -1 to win at home against Furman.</p><h3>FURMAN PALADINS VS UNCG SPARTANS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: UNCG Spartans -1</p><p>This game will be played at First Horizon Coliseum at 4:00 ET on Saturday, January 4th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE UNCG SPARTANS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 78-70 in favor of the Spartans.</li><li>Not only will UNCG pick up the win, but look for them to cover at -1.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 137.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 148 points.</li></ul><h3>Can Furman Deliver Being Underdogs on the Road?</h3><h3>Furman Paladins Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Furman improved to 10-1 on the season with a dominant 90-61 win over Western Carolina on Wednesday. The Paladins, who entered the game as -9.5 favorites, covered the spread with ease.</p> 

<p>Furman led 43-23 at halftime and added 47 more points in the 2nd half while allowing 38. The game’s total points of 151 went over the pre-game O/U line of 145.5.</p><p>Furman put up 90 points in their latest game, shooting 45.3% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 53.1%. They connected on 37.9% of their three-point attempts, hitting 11 of 29 from deep, while making 51.4% of their shots inside the arc. At the free-throw line, they went 21 for 29, good for 72.4%.</p> <p>Nick Anderson led the way with 20 points, shooting 63.6% overall and 80% from three-point range (4/5). Charles Johnston and Bernard Pelote each added 17 points, with Pelote also grabbing 12 rebounds. Brandon Morgan contributed 14 points and 4 assists, shooting 66.7% from the field.</p><p>Furman's defense was solid, holding their opponent to just 61 points on 33% shooting from the field. They limited two-point attempts to 13/31, a 41% success rate.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Furman allowed 6 threes on 25 attempts, a 24% shooting performance. Their opponent did manage to hit 17/21 free throws, an 81% rate, while Furman gave up 9 offensive rebounds.</p><h3>Will the Spartans Win at First Horizon Coliseum?</h3><p>UNCG improved to 5-6 on the season with a 68-66 win over Wofford on Wednesday. The Spartans were +4 underdogs going into the game and covered the spread with the victory.</p> <p>After trailing 28-21 at halftime, UNCG turned things around by scoring 47 points in the 2nd half while allowing 38. The game’s total points of 134 fell just under the O/U line of 136.5.</p><p>UNCG's offense struggled with a 38.6% field goal percentage in their last game, hitting 9 of 24 from three-point range at 37.5%. Their effective field goal percentage was 45.6%, and they connected on 75% of their free throws, going 15 for 20.</p> <p>Corey Tripp led the way with 17 points and 5 assists, shooting 4 of 6 from deep. Ronald Polite III was perfect from three, hitting all 4 attempts and finishing with 16 points on 6 of 9 shooting. Kyler Filewich added 13 points and grabbed 14 rebounds.</p><p>UNCG Spartans gave up 66 points while allowing their opponent to shoot 44% from the field, connecting on 24 of 54 attempts. Inside the arc, the Spartans' defense allowed 15 two-point baskets on 31 attempts, which is a 48% shooting rate.</p> <p>From three-point range, the Spartans' defense saw their opponent hit 9 of 23 shots, good for 39%. They also sent their opponent to the free-throw line 14 times, where they made 9, shooting 64%. UNCG allowed 8 offensive rebounds in the game.</p>

Furman Paladins vs UNCG Spartans NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 1/4/25

<p>Planning on watching today's Bulldogs and Eagles game? Catch the action at Physical Education Complex in Baltimore, MD, as the Eagles hosts this showdown at 8:00 ET on ESPN+. South Carolina State come into this Mid-Eastern conference matchup as the -10.5 favorite. The over/under line currently sits at 133.5 points.</p><h3>SOUTH CAROLINA STATE BULLDOGS VS COPPIN STATE EAGLES BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Coppin State Eagles +10.5</p><p>This game will be played at Physical Education Complex at 8:00 ET on Monday, January 6th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE COPPIN STATE EAGLES:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 77-69 in favor of the Eagles.</li><li>Not only will Coppin State pick up the win, but look for them to cover at +10.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 133.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 146 points.</li></ul><h3>Can the Bulldogs Deliver Being Favored on the Road?</h3><h3>South Carolina State Bulldogs Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>South Carolina State improved to 5-9 on the season with an 86-72 road win over Morgan State on Saturday. The Bulldogs entered the game as -5.5 favorites and covered the spread, while the game’s total points of 158 went over the pre-game line of 154.5.</p> 

<p>Leading 46-37 at halftime, South Carolina State maintained control in the 2nd half, outscoring Morgan State 40-35 to secure the win.</p><p>South Carolina State's offense was firing on all cylinders in their last game, putting up 86 points with a 55% shooting performance from the field. They connected on 45.5% of their three-point attempts, going 5-for-11, and were strong inside, hitting 57.1% of their two-point shots. Their effective field goal percentage stood at 60%.</p> <p>Kameron Hobbs led the way with 22 points, while Drayton Jones added 20 in just 20 minutes of play. Davion Everett contributed 18 points, shooting 75% from the field, and Omar Croskey chipped in 17 points, hitting 66.7% of his shots. Daniel Akitoby was nearly perfect, going 6-for-7 from the field.</p><p>South Carolina State's defense struggled in their last game, giving up 72 points on 53% shooting from the field. The Bulldogs allowed their opponent to shoot 56% on two-point attempts, with 21 made baskets out of 37 tries.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, South Carolina State's defense gave up 5 threes on 12 attempts, a 41% shooting performance. They also sent their opponent to the free-throw line 26 times, where they converted 15 free throws, shooting 57%. The Bulldogs allowed 6 offensive rebounds.</p><h3>Does Coppin State Stand a Chance at Home?</h3><h3>Coppin State Eagles Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Coppin State improved to 2-13 on the season with a 63-61 home win over North Carolina Central on Saturday, January 4th. Entering the game as +8.5 point underdogs, the Eagles not only pulled off the upset but also covered the spread.</p> 

<p>After trailing 30-23 at halftime, Coppin State turned things around in the 2nd half, outscoring North Carolina Central 40-31. The game’s total points of 124 fell under the O/U line of 139.5.</p><p>Coppin State's offense put up 63 points in their last game, shooting 42.6% from the field. They hit 50% from three-point range, connecting on 9 of 18 attempts, while struggling inside the arc, shooting just 37.9% on two-point shots.</p> <p>Camaren Sparrow was a standout from deep, hitting 4 of 5 threes and finishing with 14 points and 5 assists. Po'Boigh King led the team in scoring with 18 points, despite missing all 5 of his three-point attempts.</p><p>Despite giving up 61 points, Coppin State's defense held the opposing team to 42% shooting from the field, with 20 made baskets on 47 attempts. They were particularly effective inside the arc, limiting their opponent to just 11 two-point field goals on 29 attempts, a 37% shooting rate.</p> 

<p>From beyond the arc, Coppin State allowed 9 three-pointers on 18 attempts, with the opposing team shooting 50% from deep. At the free-throw line, their opponent went 14/21, hitting 66% of their free throws. Coppin State also gave up 7 offensive rebounds.</p>

South Carolina State Bulldogs vs Coppin State Eagles NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 1/6/25

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

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

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

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

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<p>The Bulls and Shockers are set to face off at 7:00 ET on ESPN2. The Shockers will host the game at Charles Koch Arena in Wichita, KS. The over/under for this game is set at 154.5 points, and Wichita State is favored by -8.5 vs. South Florida in a American Athletic conference matchup.</p><h3>SOUTH FLORIDA BULLS VS WICHITA STATE SHOCKERS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: South Florida Bulls +8.5</p><p>This game will be played at Charles Koch Arena at 7:00 ET on Monday, January 6th.</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 Shockers.</li><li>Even though we have Wichita State winning straight-up, we like South Florida at +8.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 154.5 points, and we like the under with a projected 146 points.</li></ul><h3>Will the Bulls Make it Happen in Wichita?</h3><h3>South Florida Bulls Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>The Bulls improved to 7-6 on the season with a 75-69 win over East Carolina on Tuesday, December 31st. Playing at home, South Florida entered the game as -1.5 favorites and covered the spread with the victory. The total points for the game hit 144, just over the O/U line of 143.5.</p> 

<p>South Florida took a 34-25 lead into halftime but allowed 44 points in the 2nd half while scoring 41 of their own. Despite the defensive lapse, they managed to hold on for the win.</p><p>South Florida put up 75 points in their last game, shooting 45.6% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 52.6%. They hit 35% from beyond the arc, connecting on 7 of 20 attempts, and were solid at the free-throw line, making 16 of 20 for 80%.</p> <p>Jordan Riley led the Bulls with 20 points and 7 rebounds, shooting 8 of 13 from the floor. Kobe Knox was nearly perfect, hitting 7 of 8 shots, including 3 of 3 from three-point range, finishing with 18 points.</p><p>South Florida's defense gave up 69 points, with the opposing team shooting 45% from the field. They allowed 19 two-point baskets on 37 attempts, a 51% success rate.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, the Bulls' defense saw the other team hit 7 of 20 threes, or 35%. They also sent them to the line 20 times, where they converted 16 free throws, an 80% rate. South Florida gave up 8 offensive rebounds.</p><h3>Will the Shockers Win at Home?</h3><p>Wichita State fell to 9-4 on the season after a 91-85 road loss to Temple on Friday. The Shockers entered the game as +1.5 point underdogs and failed to cover the spread. The total points for the game reached 176, surpassing the pre-game over/under line of 153.5.</p> <p>Wichita State led 39-37 at halftime but allowed 54 points in the second half while scoring 46 of their own. The Shockers will look to tighten up their defense moving forward.</p><p>Wichita State put up 85 points in their last game, shooting 47.7% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 52.3%. They hit 35% from three-point range, going 7-for-20, and shot 53.3% on two-point attempts. Their free-throw shooting was a weak spot, as they connected on just 57.1% of their 28 attempts.</p> <p>The Shockers grabbed 15 offensive rebounds and dished out 18 assists. Justin Hill led the way with 25 points and 5 assists, hitting 4-of-8 from beyond the arc. Jamal Mashburn Jr. contributed 24 points, while Quincy Ballard added 13 points and 13 rebounds, shooting 83.3% from the field.</p><p>Wichita State's defense struggled in their last game, giving up 91 points on 50% shooting from the field. They allowed 52% shooting on two-point attempts, with the opposing team hitting 20 of 38 shots.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, the Shockers gave up 9 threes on 20 attempts, a 45% clip. They also sent the other team to the line 31 times, where they converted 24 free throws, shooting 77%. Wichita State allowed 11 offensive rebounds.</p>

South Florida Bulls vs Wichita State Shockers NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 1/6/25

<p>Making on a bet on this NCAA game featuring the Cardinals versus the Chippewas? Tip off is at at 7:00 ET, and you can watch it all unfold on ESPN+. The game will be played at McGuirk Arena in Mount Pleasant, MI. This Mid-American conference matchup has an over/under of 134.5 points, and Central Michigan is favored to win by -4 at home vs. Ball State.</p><h3>BALL STATE CARDINALS VS CENTRAL MICHIGAN CHIPPEWAS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Central Michigan Chippewas -4</p><p>This game will be played at McGuirk Arena at 7:00 ET on Tuesday, February 27th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE CENTRAL MICHIGAN CHIPPEWAS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 76-69 in favor of the Chippewas.</li><li>Not only will Central Michigan pick up the win, but look for them to cover at -4.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 134.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 145 points.</li></ul><h3>Will the Cardinals Defense Show Up in Mount Pleasant?</h3><p>Ball State enters this game with a 13-14 record, including a 5-9 mark in Mid-American Conference play. The Cardinals are 5-8 on the road this season, and they have gone 4-6 in their last 10 games away from home.</p>

<p>As the underdog, Ball State has a record of 5-8 this season. In their last game, the Cardinals lost to Eastern Michigan by a score of 58-56. So far, Ball State has been the underdog in 13 of their 27 games.</p><p>As the underdog this season, Ball State has an ATS record of 8-5. On the road, their ATS record is 7-6. Over their last 10 games as the underdog, the Cardinals have gone 5-5 vs. the spread.</p><p>Ball State's over/under record for the season is 11-13-1, and the average over/under line in their games is 144. So far, 18 of their games have finished with more points than today's line of 134.5. However, the average scoring total in their last three games is just 128 points, and their over/under record in their last three games is 0-3.</p><p>Coming off their recent game, the Ball State offense tallied 56 points in a matchup against Eastern Michigan. Their field goal percentage for the game was 34.5%, and they made 5 threes. Leading the team in scoring was Basheer Jihad with 18 points. Mickey Pearson Jr also added 13 points for the Cardinals.</p><p>At this time, the Cardinals' defense is positioned 136th in the country, permitting 70.4 points per game. In today's game, the Ball 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 58 points.</p><h3>Do the Chippewas Stand a Chance at Home?</h3><p>Central Michigan is 7-2 at home this season and has won five straight games at home. On the year, the Chippewas are 6-2 when favored. They are 16-11 overall and 9-4 in the Mid-American Conference.</p>

<p>Central Michigan's last game was an 88-60 loss to Miami (OH). Over the last 10 games, the Chippewas have gone 9-1 at home. For the season, they are outscoring opponents by an average of 6.9 points per game at home.</p><p>As the favorite this season, Central Michigan has gone 6-2 vs. the spread. At home, they are 7-2 ATS and their last 10 games as the favorite, they have an ATS mark of 7-2-1. Overall, the Chippewas have an ATS record of 14-11 this year.</p><p>Central Michigan games have an over/under record of 9-15-1 this season and today's line of 134.5 is lower than the average over/under line in their games (141). The over/under record in their last three games is 1-2 and the average scoring total in those games is 126 points.</p><p>Compared to their season average of 66.4 points per game, Central Michigan struggled in their previous game. Against Miami (OH), the Chippewas scored 60 points while finishing with a field goal percentage of 39.6%. Offensively, the Chippewas hold a season-long field goal percentage of 42%, placing them 309th in the national rankings. When it comes to three-pointers, they are ranked 366th in terms of percentage and 306th in three-pointers made.</p><p>The Chippewas' defense is presently ranked 126th nationally, allowing an average of 70.1 points per contest. Central Michigan's three-point defense is currently 169th in the country at 7.4 made threes per game. In terms of overall field goal percentage, opponets have hit 40.2% of their shots vs. Central Michigan.</p>

Ball State Cardinals vs Central Michigan Chippewas Betting Pick & Prediction 2/27/24

<p>Don't miss out on the NCAA showdown between the Fighting Illini and Ducks. The game is starting at 10:00 ET on FS1, and it's hosted by the Ducks at Matthew Knight Arena in Eugene, OR. Get ready to place your bets! The over/under for this game is set at 156.5 points, and Oregon is favored by -4.5 vs. Illinois in a Big Ten conference matchup.</p><h3>ILLINOIS FIGHTING ILLINI VS OREGON DUCKS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Illinois Fighting Illini +4.5</p><p>This game will be played at Matthew Knight Arena at 10:00 ET on Thursday, January 2nd.</p><h3>WHY BET THE ILLINOIS FIGHTING ILLINI:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 75-72 in favor of the Ducks.</li><li>Even though we have Oregon winning straight-up, we like Illinois at +4.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 156.5 points, and we like the under with a projected 147 points.</li></ul><h3>Will Illinois Make it Happen on the Road?</h3><p>Illinois improved to 9-3 on the season with a dominant 117-64 win over Chicago State on Sunday. Playing at home, the Illini entered the game as -38.5 favorites and covered the spread. The teams combined for 181 points, surpassing the over/under line of 150.5.</p> <p>Illinois took control early, leading 60-24 at halftime. They continued to roll in the second half, scoring 57 points while allowing 40.</p><p>Illinois put up 117 points in their last game, shooting 62.1% from the field and 45.5% from three-point range. Their effective field goal percentage was an impressive 72.7%, with 26 assists and 11 offensive rebounds.</p> <p>Tomislav Ivisic led the way with 23 points and 5 assists, hitting 3 of 4 from deep. Gabe Spinelli added 20 points, connecting on 4 of 5 threes, while Kylan Boswell recorded a double-double with 18 points and 10 assists.</p><p>Despite Illinois giving up 64 points, their defense struggled, allowing the opponent to shoot 62% from the field. The Illini couldn't contain the two-point attack, with the opposition hitting 78% of their shots inside the arc.</p> <p>Illinois also allowed 15 threes on 45% shooting. The opponent went to the line 28 times, making 20 free throws. Illinois gave up 11 offensive rebounds in the game.</p><h3>Can Oregon Live Up to the Hype at Home?</h3><h3>Oregon Ducks Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Oregon improved to 12-1 on the season with an 89-49 win over Weber State on Sunday. The Ducks, who were -21 point favorites, covered the spread in this home game.</p> 

<p>Oregon led 40-23 at halftime and continued their strong play in the 2nd half, outscoring Weber State 49-26. The total points for the game were 138, just under the O/U line of 143.5.</p><p>Oregon's offense was firing on all cylinders in their latest game, putting up 89 points on 55% shooting from the field. Their effective field goal percentage was an impressive 63.3%, thanks in part to hitting 63.2% of their two-point attempts and 40.9% from beyond the arc. At the free-throw line, they connected on 82.4%, going 14-for-17.</p> <p>Brandon Angel was perfect from the field, going 5-for-5 and hitting his only three-point attempt, finishing with 14 points and 7 rebounds in 20 minutes. Jackson Shelstad led the team with 16 points, shooting 70% overall and 50% from three-point range. Jadrian Tracey also contributed 14 points, knocking down 4 of 5 threes.</p><p>Despite Oregon's defensive struggles, they managed to hold their opponent to 49 points. However, the Ducks allowed their opponent to shoot 55% from the field, including 63% on two-point attempts.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Oregon's opponent hit 9 of 22 threes, shooting 40%. The Ducks also sent them to the free-throw line 17 times, where they converted 14 attempts, shooting 82%.</p>

Illinois Fighting Illini vs Oregon Ducks NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 1/2/25

<p>The Week 2 of the NFL continues on Sunday, September 18 with this mouthwatering NFC South rivalry clash, and we’re giving you the best Buccaneers vs. Saints betting pick and odds.</p>



<p>Tampa Bay and New Orleans will enter Week 2 with 1-0 records when they face at Caesars Superdome. The Buccaneers are -2.5 favorites on <a href="https://www.bangthebook.com/sportsbooks/mybookie/">MyBookie Sportsbook</a>, while the total is set at 44 points. These NFC South foes have met twice last year, and the Saints won both duels.</p>



<p><strong>Bucs beat the Cowboys with ease</strong></p>



<p>The Tampa Bay Buccaneers had an easy job in Week 1 on the road against the Dallas Cowboys. Although the strong Dallas defense limited them to only one touchdown, the Bucs scored 19 points and played well on defense to secure a 19-3 victory and covered a -2.5 spread. Tampa Bay totaled 347 yards opposite Dallas’ 244, while the Buccaneers were also better in first downs (18-12).</p>



<p>Tom Brady, who came out of retirement to play another “last” season in the NFL, didn’t shine in Dallas. He completed 18 of 27 passes for 212 yards, one touchdown, and one interception. It was evident that a new-looking offensive line is not providing enough protection, but on the other hand, Tampa’s run offense was great. Leonard Fournette rushed for 127 yards on 21 carries. Mike Evans and Julio Jones proved to be Brady’s favorite targets in this win (12 combined). Devin White led the team in total tackles with eight, while he also added a couple of sacks.</p>



<p>Wideout Chris Godwin suffered a hamstring strain during the last game, and he could be sidelined for a few weeks. Center Ryan Jensen is out indefinitely with a knee injury; tackle Donovan Smith suffered an elbow injury and is questionable to play on Sunday, while guard Nick Leverett is questionable with an AC joint injury.</p>



<p><strong>Saints won a thriller in Atlanta</strong></p>



<p>The New Orleans Saints opened a new NFL season in a dramatic fashion against the Atlanta Falcons on the road. New Orleans trailed 26-10 early in the fourth quarter, but came from behind and snatched a 27-26 victory after Will Lutz converted a field goal attempt with 19 seconds to go. They failed to cover a -5.5 spread but took a W with a smile on their faces as Atlanta was better in total yards (416-385) and first downs (26-18).</p>



<p>Jameis Winston was solid with 23 completions on 34 passes for 269 yards and two touchdowns. Both of his TD passes went to Michael Thomas, while Jarvis Landry accumulated 114 yards on seven catches. Taysom Hill was excellent on the ground; he collected 81 yards with a score on just four carries. On defense, linebacker Pete Werner dominated with 13 total tackles (12 solos).</p>



<p>RB Alvin Kamara is dealing with a rib injury, and it is unclear if he will suit up against the Buccaneers on Sunday. WR Tre'quan Smith missed the game in Atlanta due to a groin injury, and it is uncertain if he will feature on Sunday.</p>



<p><strong>Trends:</strong></p>



<p><strong>Tampa Bay:</strong></p>



<ul><li>2-7 ATS in the last nine games following a straight-up win of more than 14 points</li><li>2-7 ATS in the last nine games after accumulating more than 150 yards rushing in their previous game</li></ul>



<p><strong>New Orleans:</strong></p>



<ul><li>8-2 ATS in the last ten games following an ATS loss</li><li>11-5 ATS in the last 16 vs. NFC South rivals</li></ul>



<p><strong>Tampa Bay Buccaneers vs. New Orleans Saints Pick&nbsp;&nbsp;</strong></p>



<p>Tom Brady is 0-4 SU in four regular-season duels against New Orleans since joining Tampa Bay. He registered six TD passes and eight interceptions in that stretch. Also, the Saints were better in seven of the previous eight H2H encounters, so it’s clear that this matchup is not Tampa’s favorite. New Orleans didn’t record a single sack against Atlanta, but I am backing Cameron Jordan and Marcus Davenport to slice Tampa’s O-Line to pieces and get to Brady at least once or twice. I am backing the hosts because of home-field advantage and a better H2H record in recent years. The underdog is 4-0 ATS in the last four H2H meetings.</p>



<p><strong>Pick:</strong> Take the Saints at +3.5 (-120)</p>



<p><strong>The Total</strong></p>



<p>Brady has fantastic players at his disposal on offense and you never know which one is going to hurt you. Still, because of a weak O-Line, he doesn’t have plenty of time to pick his receiver, so that could be a problem for Tom on Sunday. I think the Saints D is going to exploit this and force Brady to commit some turnovers. The Bucs scored 19 points in Dallas, and I don’t think they will have more than 20 here. Under is 7-2 in the Buccaneers’ last nine vs. NFC opponents; Under is 4-0 in the Saints’ previous four games following an ATS loss, while Under is 4-0 in New Orleans’ last four home games.</p>



<p><strong>Pick:</strong> Go Under 44.5 points (-120)</p>

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