<p>The Avalanche and Wild are set to face off at 8:00 ET on ESPN+. The Wild will host the game at Xcel Energy Center in St. Paul, MN. In this division matchup, the Avalanche are favored by -1.5 against the Wild. The over/under for the game is 6.5 goals.</p><h3>COLORADO AVALANCHE VS MINNESOTA WILD BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Minnesota Wild +1.5</p><p>This game will be played at Xcel Energy Center at 8:00 ET on Thursday, April 4th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE MINNESOTA WILD:</h3><ul><li>With the Avalanche being favored by 1.5, our NHL analytics models has this one playing out 4-3 in favor of the Avalanche.</li><li>Take the Avalanche on the moneyline</li><li>On the puck line, we like Wild (+1.5)</li></ul><h3>Can the Avalanche Grab a Win on the Road?</h3><p><p>As the third-place team in the Western Conference, the Colorado Avalanche have put together an impressive record of 47-22-6. Within the Central Division, they are in second place and have gone 14-8 against divisional opponents. Over their last ten games, the Avalanche have gone 7-3, and they have won two straight games when listed as the underdog.</p>

<p>Over the course of the season, Colorado has been favored in 64 of their 75 games, and they have gone 42-16-6 in those games. On the road, the Avalanche have gone 18-15-5, and they have gone 31-12 against Western Conference opponents.</p></p><p>On the road, the Avalanche have gone 14-24 against the puck line this season, and they have an average scoring margin of -.2 goals per game. So far this year, Colorado has 33 wins by multiple goals.</p>

<p>Overall, the Avalanche have a puck line record of 36-39, including going 5-5 vs. the puck line in their last ten games. In their last ten road games, Colorado has gone 5-5 vs. the puck line.</p> <p>Games involving Colorado have an average of 6.7 goals per game this season. Their average over/under line is 6.4. In terms of their over/under performance, the Avalanche come in with a record of 41-31-3.</p><p>In their last three games away from home, the Avalanche have a straight up record of 2-1 while going 1-2 vs the spread. The team's offense averaged 2 goals per game in these contests.</p><p>When looking at their offense, the Avalanche have an average of 3.7 goals per game this season, positioning themselves 1st in the NHL. In terms of shots on goal per game, they are ranked 4th in the league. So far this year, the Avalanche are 32-12 in games they have had more shots on goal than their opponent. They are 12-9 in games with fewer shots on goal.</p><p>Colorado's leading scorer is Nathan MacKinnon. So far, he has 47 goals which is 4th in the NHL. In addition to his goal scoring, MacKinnon has 80 assists this season.</p><p>Defensively, the Wild come into the season ranked 23rd in goals allowed. Opponents are averaging 29.7 shots per game against Minnesota. For the season, they are ranked 12th in shutouts, coming in with 5 shutouts.</p><p>Goalie Alexandar Georgiev comes into the game having made 57 starts this season. So far, his record is 37-15 and he has a save percentage of 0.96%.</p><h3>Can the Wild Grab a Win at Home?</h3><p><p>At home this season, the Wild have gone 20-12-6 and are 10th in the Western Conference standings with 82 points. In their last ten games, Minnesota has gone 6-4, and they have won two straight games as the underdog.</p>

<p>Overall, the Wild are 36-28-10 and have gone 8-14 against Central Division opponents. When they have been the underdog this season, Minnesota has gone 12-21-5.</p></p><p>On the season, Minnesota has gone 39-35 against the puck line, including 24-14 as the underdog. So far, they have 24 wins by multiple goals and have dropped 19 games by more than one goal.</p>

<p>When playing at home, the Wild have a puck line record of 19-19, and their average scoring margin at home is +.1 goals per game. In their last ten home games, Minnesota has gone 6-4 vs. the puck line.</p> <p>The average goal total for Minnesota's games is sitting at 6.2. The average over/under line for the season is 6.1. The Wild come in with an over/under record of 34-36-4.</p><p>Across their three previous road games, Colorado has an puck line mark of 1-2. Their straight up record in these matchups was 2-1 while averaging 2 goals per game.</p><p>For their offensive performance, the Wild come in averaging 3 goals per game this season, which is 22nd in the NHL. In the category of shots on goal per game, they are 21st in the league. So far this year, the Wild are 21-13 in games they have had more shots on goal than their opponent. They are 14-15 in games with fewer shots on goal.</p><p>Minnesota's current leading scorer is Kirill Kaprizov. This season, he has 37 goals, which puts him 16th in the NHL. Kaprizov also comes into the game with 46 assists.</p><p>Defensively, the Wild are currently 23rd in goals allowed. On average, opponents are taking 29.7 shots per game against Minnesota. They also are 12th in shutouts, coming in with 5 shutouts.</p><p>Entering the game, goalie Filip Gustavsson has started 40 games this season. His current record stands at 19-16, and his save percentage is 0.768%.</p>

Colorado Avalanche vs Minnesota Wild Betting Pick & Prediction 4/4/24

<p>Looking to win big? The Broncos and Huskies face off at 4:30 ET on truT. The Huskies are hosting the game at Acrisure Arena in Palm Springs, CA. The over/under for this game is set at 146.5 points, and Washington is favored by -1 against Santa Clara in a non-conference matchup.</p><h3>SANTA CLARA BRONCOS VS WASHINGTON HUSKIES BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Washington Huskies -1</p><p>This game will be played at Acrisure Arena at 4:30 ET on Friday, November 29th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE WASHINGTON HUSKIES:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 79-69 in favor of the Huskies.</li><li>Not only will Washington pick up the win, but look for them to cover at -1.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 146.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 148 points.</li></ul><h3>Will Santa Clara Find a Way to Win on the Road?</h3><h3>Santa Clara Broncos Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Santa Clara picked up a 69-52 road win over TCU on Thursday, November 28th. The Broncos entered the game as +4.5 point underdogs but not only won outright, they also covered the spread.</p> 

<p>Santa Clara led 34-27 at halftime and continued to control the game in the 2nd half, outscoring TCU 35-25. The game’s total points of 121 fell well short of the O/U line of 149.</p><p>Santa Clara put up 69 points in their last game, shooting 43.3% from the field. Their effective field goal percentage was 49.3%, with two-point shooting at 51.2% and three-point shooting at 30.8% (8/26). The Broncos struggled from the free-throw line, hitting just 3 of 7 attempts (42.9%).</p> <p>Offensively, they grabbed 15 offensive rebounds and dished out 19 assists. Carlos Stewart Jr. led the way with 18 points, shooting 88.9% overall and 66.7% from three (2/3). Frankie Collins added 15 points, shooting 50% from the field and from beyond the arc.</p><p>Santa Clara's defense was outstanding, holding their opponent to just 52 points on 34% shooting from the field. They were particularly effective at defending the three-point line, where they allowed only 1 of 17 shots to fall, a mere 5%.</p> <p>Even at the free-throw line, the opposing team struggled, hitting just 7 of 16 attempts for 43%. Santa Clara did give up 13 offensive rebounds, but their overall defensive effort was enough to secure the win.</p><h3>Is A Home Victory Likely for the Favored Huskies?</h3><p>Washington improved to 5-1 on the season with a 73-67 win over Colorado State on Thursday, November 28th. The Huskies were -1.5 favorites going into the game and covered the spread with the win. The total points for the game were 140, just under the O/U line of 142.5.</p> <p>Washington trailed 28-26 at halftime but turned things around in the 2nd half, scoring 47 points while holding Colorado State to 39. This strong 2nd half performance was key to their victory.</p><p>Washington's offense put up 73 points in their last game, shooting 44.6% from the field and 45.5% from three-point range, hitting 10 of 22 attempts. Their effective field goal percentage was 53.6%, but they struggled at the free-throw line, connecting on just 54.2% of their 24 attempts.</p> <p>Tyler Harris led the way with 24 points and 8 rebounds, hitting 5 of 8 threes and shooting 69.2% overall. Great Osobor added 16 points, 8 rebounds, and 7 assists, while Nique Clifford contributed 13 points and 9 rebounds.</p><p>Washington's defense gave up 67 points, with their opponents shooting 44% from the field, making 25 of 56 attempts. Inside the arc, the Huskies held them to 44% shooting, with 15 made shots out of 34.</p> <p>From three-point range, Washington allowed 10 threes on 22 attempts, a 45% success rate. Their opponents also went to the free-throw line 24 times, converting 13 for 54%. The Huskies gave up 8 offensive rebounds.</p>

Santa Clara Broncos vs Washington Huskies NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 11/29/24

<p>The Gaels and Stags are set to face off at 7:00 ET on ESPN+. The Stags will host the game at Leo D. Mahoney Arena in Fairfield, CT. In this Metro Atlantic Athletic matchup, Iona is favored bt -1.5 vs. Fairfield. The over/under for the game is 145.5 points.</p><h3>IONA GAELS VS FAIRFIELD STAGS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Fairfield Stags +1.5</p><p>This game will be played at Leo D. Mahoney Arena at 7:00 ET on Friday, January 10th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE FAIRFIELD STAGS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 77-69 in favor of the Stags.</li><li>Not only will Fairfield pick up the win, but look for them to cover at +1.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 145.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 146 points.</li></ul><h3>Will Iona Shock Everyone at Leo D. Mahoney Arena?</h3><p>Iona improved to 5-10 on the season with a 74-73 road win over Siena on Sunday. The Gaels entered the game as +2.5 point underdogs and covered the spread with the victory.</p> <p>After trailing 38-37 at halftime, Iona outscored Siena 37-35 in the second half to secure the win. The total points for the game reached 147, surpassing the O/U line of 134.5.</p><p>Iona's offense put up 74 points in their last game, shooting 44.3% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 49.2%. They hit 31.6% of their threes (6/19) and connected on 50% of their two-point attempts (21/42). At the free-throw line, the Gaels shot 70%, making 14 of 20 attempts.</p> <p>Brendan Coyle led the way with 20 points, hitting 4 of 6 from beyond the arc and shooting 71.4% overall. Justice Shoats added 16 points and 4 assists, while Adam Njie Jr. contributed 13 points and 5 rebounds. Clarence Rupert was efficient, going 5 for 6 from the field for 12 points, and Justin Menard knocked down 3 of 5 threes, finishing with 11 points.</p><p>Even with Iona giving up 73 points, their defense held the opposing team to 44% shooting from the field. The Gaels allowed 13 two-point baskets on 24 attempts, a 54% success rate for their opponents.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Iona's defense limited the other team to 33% shooting, with 7 made threes on 21 attempts. The Gaels also sent their opponents to the line 36 times, where they converted 26 free throws, a 72% rate. Iona gave up 9 offensive rebounds in the game.</p><h3>Will Fairfield Win at Home?</h3><h3>Fairfield Stags Recent Game/Games</h3> <p>Fairfield's season continued to struggle as they fell to 4-9 after a 67-54 road loss to Merrimack on Friday. The Stags entered the game as +7.5 point underdogs and failed to cover the spread.</p> <p>Fairfield trailed 38-24 at halftime but showed some fight in the 2nd half, outscoring Merrimack 30-29. The game’s total points of 121 fell short of the 139.5 O/U line.</p><p>Fairfield's offense struggled in their last game, scoring just 54 points with a field goal percentage of 36.8% and an effective field goal percentage of 38.6%. Their three-point shooting was particularly poor, hitting only 1 of 17 attempts (5.9%), while they were solid from the free-throw line, making 11 of 13 (84.6%).</p> <p>Devon Savage was the standout performer, hitting 7 of 8 shots overall, including 7 of 8 from three-point range, finishing with 21 points and 5 rebounds. Adam Clark added 18 points and 5 assists, though he shot just 7 of 19 from the field.</p><p>Fairfield's defense gave up 67 points, with the opposing team shooting 50% from the field. They allowed 17 two-point baskets on 37 attempts, a 45% shooting rate.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Fairfield's opponents hit 9 of 15 threes, shooting 60%. They also went 6/10 from the free-throw line. Fairfield gave up 4 offensive rebounds.</p>

Iona Gaels vs Fairfield Stags NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 1/10/25

<p>Planning on watching today's Hurricanes and Senators game? Catch the action at Canadian Tire Centre in Ottawa, ON, as the Senators hosts this showdown at 6:00 ET on ESPN+. In this Eastern matchup, the Hurricanes are favored by -1.5 goals against the Senators. The over/under for the game is 6.5 goals.</p><h3>CAROLINA HURRICANES VS OTTAWA SENATORS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Ottawa Senators +1.5</p><p>This game will be played at Canadian Tire Centre at 6:00 ET on Sunday, March 17th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE OTTAWA SENATORS:</h3><ul><li>Even though they are considered 1.5-goal underdogs, our projection points to a 4-3 win for the Senators.</li><li>We like the Senators on the moneyline (+149)</li><li>The Senators are also our pick on the spread at +1.5</li></ul><h3>Pressure Builds for Carolina as Away Favorites</h3><p><p>With their 88 points, the Hurricanes are 4th in the Eastern Conference and 2nd in the Metropolitan Division. On the road, Carolina has gone 19-11-2 this season and have won four straight games away from home. Over their last ten games, the Hurricanes have gone 7-3 and have won two straight games as the favorite.</p>

<p>Overall, Carolina has gone 41-20-6 this season and have won two straight games. When favored, the Hurricanes have gone 38-16-6 this season and have won two straight games in that situation. Against Eastern Conference opponents, Carolina has gone 26-11 this season.</p></p><p>Carolina enters the game with a puck line record of 28-39, including a road puck line mark of 13-19. So far this season, the Hurricanes have 26 wins by multiple goals and have lost by more than one goal 12 times.</p>

<p>On the year, Carolina has been favored in 60 games and has a puck line record of 24-36 in those contests. Over their last 10 games, the Hurricanes' puck line record is at 5-5.</p> <p>Games involving Carolina have an average of 6.1 goals per game this season. Their average over/under line is 6.2. In terms of their over/under performance, the Hurricanes come in with a record of 28-38-1.</p><p>In their last three road games, Carolina has averaged 4 goals per game while allowing 2. The team's record in this stretch was 3-0 while going 2-1 vs. the spread.</p><p>In terms of their offensive performance, the Hurricanes are averaging 3.3 goals per game this season, putting them in the 9th spot in the NHL. When it comes to shots on goal per game, they are ranked 5th in the league. The Carolina offense is ranked 4th in power play goals. As for shorthanded goals, they find themselves at 6th in the NHL.</p><p>Carolina's leading goal scorer is Sebastian Aho. So far this season, he has 27 goals, placing him 31st in the NHL. Along with his scoring, he has come up with 44 assists so far.</p><p>Defensively, the Senators are currently 28th in goals allowed. On average, opponents are taking 29.9 shots per game against Ottawa. They also are 28th in shutouts, coming in with 1 shutouts.</p><p>Goalie Frederik Andersen comes into the game having made nine starts this season. So far, his record is 7-1 and he has a save percentage of 0.345%.</p><h3>Does Ottawa Have What it Takes at Home?</h3><p><p>At home this season, the Senators have gone 18-14-2, and they have a record of 28-33-4 overall. In the Eastern Conference, Ottawa is in 15th place and 8th place in the Atlantic Division. Over their last ten games, the Senators have gone just 3-7, but they have won three straight games.</p>

<p>As the underdog, Ottawa has gone 13-18-4 this season and 3-0 over their last three games. In the Eastern Conference, the Senators have gone 21-17 this season.</p></p><p>On the season, Ottawa has gone 29-36 against the puck line. So far, they have lost 25 games by more than one goal, and they have 18 wins by multiple goals. In their last ten home games, the Senators have gone 5-5 vs. the puck line.</p>

<p>As the underdog this year, Ottawa's puck line record sits at 20-15, and they have gone 20-15 vs. the puck line on the road. So far, the Senators have gone 3-2 vs. the puck line in their last five games and 2-1 in their previous three.</p> <p>For the season, the average number of goals per game in matchups featuring Ottawa is 6.7. The season's average over/under line is currently at 6.6. The Senators come in with an over/under record of 33-29-3.</p><p>When looking at their past three road matchups, Carolina has an puck line record of 2-1 while averaging 4 per game. The team went 3-0 overall in these games.</p><p>When looking at their offense, the Senators have an average of 3.2 goals per game this season, positioning themselves 17th in the NHL. In terms of shots on goal per game, they are ranked 13th in the league. In terms of power play goals, the Senators offense is 21st in power play goals. As for shorthanded goals, they are 22nd in the NHL.</p><p>Ottawa's leading goal scorer is Brady Tkachuk. So far this season, he has 30 goals, placing him 20th in the NHL. Tkachuk also comes into the game with 25 assists.</p><p>In terms of defense, the Senators head into the game ranked 28th in goals allowed. On average, opponents are taking 29.9 shots per game against Ottawa. So far, they are 28th in shutouts, achieving 1 shutouts.</p><p>Goalie Anton Forsberg comes into the game having made 22 starts this season. So far, his record is 12-10 and he has a save percentage of 0.545%.</p>

Carolina Hurricanes vs Ottawa Senators Betting Pick & Prediction 3/17/24

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The NHL was founded all the way back in 1917, and the league has seen plenty of growth since that first year. There were only six teams when the league first began playing, but that number has now grown all the way up to 32.

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<p>The Bruins and Bulldogs are set to face off at 4:00 ET on FOX. The Bulldogs will host the game at Intuit Dome in Inglewood, CA. The over/under line for this matchup is currently at 148.5 points, and Gonzaga is favored by -4.5 at home against UCLA.</p><h3>UCLA BRUINS VS GONZAGA BULLDOGS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Gonzaga Bulldogs -4.5</p><p>This game will be played at Intuit Dome at 4:00 ET on Saturday, December 28th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE GONZAGA BULLDOGS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 77-71 in favor of the Bulldogs.</li><li>Not only will Gonzaga pick up the win, but look for them to cover at -4.5.</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>Can the Bruins Grab a Win on the Road?</h3><p>UCLA’s season record now stands at 10-2 after a narrow 76-74 loss to North Carolina on Saturday. The Bruins, who were favored by 1.5 points, not only lost the game but also failed to cover the spread. The total points for the game ended at 150, just over the pre-game O/U line of 149.5.</p> <p>UCLA led 40-32 at halftime but struggled defensively in the second half, allowing 44 points while scoring 34. This home loss marks a setback for the Bruins as they look to regroup moving forward.</p><p>UCLA's offense put up 74 points in their last game, shooting 49.1% from the field and 50% from beyond the arc, hitting 9 of 18 three-point attempts. Their effective field goal percentage was 56.6%, though they struggled at the free-throw line, making just 59.1% of their 22 attempts.</p> <p>Tyler Bilodeau led the way with 26 points, hitting 5 of 6 threes and shooting 64.3% overall. Ian Jackson added 24 points, shooting 61.5% from the field, while Sebastian Mack contributed 22 points, connecting on 3 of 4 from deep.</p><p>UCLA's defense struggled in their last game, giving up 76 points while allowing the opposing team to shoot 49% from the field. They allowed 17 two-point baskets on 35 attempts, a 48% shooting rate.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, UCLA's defense couldn't contain the three-point shooters, who hit 9 of 18 attempts, shooting 50%. The opposing team also went to the free-throw line 22 times, making 13 of those for a 59% success rate. UCLA gave up 7 offensive rebounds.</p><h3>Will the Bulldogs Win at Intuit Dome?</h3><p>Gonzaga improved to 9-3 on the season with an 86-65 home win over Bucknell on Saturday, December 21st. Despite being heavy -34 favorites, the Bulldogs didn’t cover the spread. The game’s total points of 151 fell short of the 154.5 O/U line.</p> <p>Leading 38-27 at halftime, Gonzaga scored 48 points in the 2nd half while allowing 38. Though they secured the win, the Bulldogs didn’t meet expectations as they allowed Bucknell to keep the game closer than anticipated.</p><p>Gonzaga put up 86 points in their last game, shooting 47.9% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 56.3%. They hit 61.1% of their two-point attempts, while connecting on 34.3% from beyond the arc, making 12 threes in the game.</p> <p>The Bulldogs dished out 21 assists and grabbed 10 offensive rebounds. Graham Ike led the way with 25 points and 10 rebounds, shooting 73.3% from the field. Nolan Hickman and Josh Bascoe each added 14 points, with Hickman hitting 4 threes at a 50% clip.</p><p>Gonzaga's defense gave up 65 points, with their opponent shooting 47% from the field. The Bulldogs allowed 34 field goals on 71 attempts.</p> <p>Inside the arc, Gonzaga's defense struggled, giving up 22 two-point field goals on 36 attempts (61%). From three-point range, their opponent hit 12 of 35 shots (34%).</p>

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<p>This game will be played at the Kia Center and can be seen on FDSF.</p><h3>MILWAUKEE BUCKS VS ORLANDO MAGIC BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Milwaukee Bucks -5.5</p><p>This game will be played at Kia Center at 7:00 ET on Friday, January 10th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE MILWAUKEE BUCKS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 141-98 in favor of the Bucks.</li><li>Our projections have Giannis Antetokounmpo finishing with 30 points, 12 rebounds and 6 assists.</li><li>From the field, we have the Bucks finishing with a field goal percentage of 47.7% and knocking down 17 threes.</li></ul><h3>Can Milwaukee Secure a Road Victory?</h3><p>The Bucks improved to 19-16 on the season with a 121-105 win over the Spurs on Wednesday. Milwaukee was favored by 4.5 points and covered the spread, while the total points of 226 fell just short of the 226.5 O/U line.</p> <p>A key moment came when Milwaukee went on a 10-0 run to break a 22-22 tie. They then dominated the 2nd quarter, outscoring San Antonio 34-19. Despite losing the 3rd quarter 32-26, the Bucks entered the 4th with a 91-78 lead and edged the Spurs 30-27 in the final period.</p><p>Damian Lillard led the Bucks with 26 points and 8 assists in their win over the Spurs, shooting 61.5% from the field and hitting 4 threes at 57.1%. Giannis Antetokounmpo added 25 points and 16 rebounds, while Brook Lopez contributed 22 points, connecting on 5 threes at 45.5%.</p> <p>Milwaukee made 19 threes, shooting 45.2% from beyond the arc and 47.8% overall. Lillard scored 10 points in both the 2nd and 3rd quarters, while Gary Trent added 12 of his 14 points in the 4th.</p><p>The Bucks held the Spurs to 105 points on Wednesday, with a strong defensive effort in the 2nd quarter, where they allowed just 19 points. Milwaukee gave up 32 points in the 3rd but limited San Antonio to 27 points in both the 1st and 4th quarters. Overall, the Bucks held the Spurs to 36% shooting from the field.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, the Spurs hit 18 threes at a 34% clip. San Antonio also went 17/20 from the free-throw line. The Bucks grabbed 47 defensive rebounds while allowing 12 offensive boards. They also recorded 7 steals and 4 blocks.</p><h3>Are the Magic Ready for a Home Win?</h3><p>The Magic fell to 22-17 on the season after a 104-89 home loss to the Timberwolves on Thursday. Orlando, who entered the game as +6 point underdogs, failed to cover the spread. The total points for the game were 193, falling short of the 199.5 O/U line.</p> <p>A 12-0 run by the Timberwolves turned the game, stretching their lead from 40-37 to 49-40. Orlando couldn’t recover, trailing 78-62 going into the 4th quarter, despite outscoring Minnesota 27-26 in the final period.</p><p>The Magic struggled offensively in their 89-point effort against the Timberwolves, shooting just 37.9% from the field and 25% from three-point range, making 10 threes in total. Goga Bitadze led the team with 15 points and 8 rebounds, shooting 58.3% from the floor.</p> <p>Caleb Houstan added 14 points, hitting 4 threes at a 66.7% rate, while Kentavious Caldwell-Pope contributed 13 points, making 3 threes at 75% efficiency. Bitadze scored 9 of his points in the 4th quarter, while Houstan added 5 in the final period.</p><p>Despite a solid defensive effort, the Magic couldn’t secure the win against the Timberwolves on Thursday, allowing 104 points. Orlando gave up 29 points in the 1st quarter but tightened up in the 2nd, allowing just 23. They conceded 26 points in both the 3rd and 4th quarters. Overall, the Magic held the Timberwolves to 40% shooting from the field.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, the Magic allowed 12 threes on 35% shooting. Minnesota also went to the line 31 times, converting 24 free throws. On the boards, Orlando gave up 14 offensive rebounds while recording 4 steals and 10 blocks.</p>

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<p>At 7:30 ET, the Sacramento Kings (18-19) will take on the Boston Celtics (27-10) at TD Garden. The Celtics are currently favored by 10.5 points and have a moneyline of -502. The Kings are on a five-game winning streak and have a moneyline of +376.</p>

<p>This non-conference matchup will be televised on NBCS.</p><h3>SACRAMENTO KINGS VS BOSTON CELTICS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Sacramento Kings +10.5</p><p>This game will be played at TD Garden at 7:30 ET on Friday, January 10th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE SACRAMENTO KINGS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 140-138 in favor of the Celtics.</li><li>Our projections have Jayson Tatum finishing with 27 points, 9 rebounds and 6 assists.</li><li>From the field, we have the Celtics finishing with a field goal percentage of 46.7% and knocking down 20 threes.</li></ul><h3>Will the Kings Make it Happen in Boston?</h3><p>With a 123-118 win over the Heat on Monday, the Kings are now 18-19 for the season. Sacramento was favored by 4 points and covered the spread, while the total score of 241 points went well over the 217.5-point line.</p> <p>Sacramento took control in the 2nd quarter, outscoring Miami 27-19, but fell behind after a 31-18 3rd quarter by the Heat. The Kings entered the 4th quarter down 78-68, and after Miami went on an 11-0 run, Sacramento responded by outscoring the Heat 34-24 in the final period to secure the win.</p><p>DeMar DeRozan led the Kings with 30 points in their win over the Heat, scoring 11 in the 4th quarter and another 9 in overtime. Malik Monk added 23 points, with 12 coming in the 2nd quarter, while Domantas Sabonis contributed 21 points and 18 rebounds, hitting both of his three-point attempts.</p> <p>Keon Ellis was key in the 4th quarter, scoring 9 of his 17 points, and Keegan Murray added 9 of his 14 points in the 3rd quarter. The Kings shot 41.7% from the field and made 13 threes at a 34.2% rate.</p><p>The Kings put together a strong defensive effort in the 2nd and 4th quarters, allowing just 19 and 24 points, respectively, to help secure the win over the Heat. Overall, Sacramento held Miami to 42% shooting from the field.</p> <p>The Kings were particularly effective at defending the three, as the Heat shot just 26% from beyond the arc, making 11 threes. Sacramento also recorded 7 steals and 8 blocks in the game.</p><h3>Are Boston Ready for a Home Win?</h3><p>Boston improved to 27-10 on the season with a 118-106 win over the Nuggets on Tuesday. The Celtics, favored by 10.5 points, covered the spread with the victory. The game’s total score of 224 points fell short of the O/U line of 231.</p> <p>Boston jumped out to a 37-25 lead after the 1st quarter, but Denver responded by outscoring them 32-20 in the 2nd. The Celtics regained control in the 3rd, taking an 88-83 lead into the 4th. A key 15-0 run helped them extend the lead from 95-93 to 108-95, sealing the win.</p><p>Jayson Tatum led the Celtics with 29 points and 6 assists in their win over the Nuggets, while Kristaps Porzingis added 25 points and 11 rebounds. Jrue Holiday contributed 19 points, hitting 3 threes at 42.9% efficiency.</p> <p>Boston shot 50% from the field, but struggled from beyond the arc, making 12 threes at 34.3%. Tatum and Porzingis combined for 26 points in the 1st quarter, while Holiday scored 10 points in the 4th.</p><p>The Celtics’ defense gave up 106 points to the Nuggets on Tuesday, allowing 25 points in the 1st quarter and 32 in the 2nd. They tightened up in the 3rd, giving up 26 points, and were at their best in the 4th, allowing just 23 points.</p> <p>Boston held Denver to 46% shooting overall, including 38% from three, where the Nuggets hit 14 threes. The Celtics sent Denver to the line 15 times, where they made 12 free throws. Defensively, Boston recorded 11 steals and 7 blocks.</p>

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<p>Making on a bet on this NHL game featuring the Flyers versus the Wild? The puck drops at 2:00 ET, and you can watch it all unfold on NBCS. The game will be played at Xcel Energy Center in St. Paul, MN. The over/under goal line for this matchup is currently at 5.5 goals, and the Wild are favored by -1.5 vs. the Flyers.</p><h3>PHILADELPHIA FLYERS VS MINNESOTA WILD BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Minnesota Wild -1.5</p><p>This game will be played at Xcel Energy Center at 2:00 ET on Saturday, December 14th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE MINNESOTA WILD:</h3><ul><li>Based on projections, we have the Wild coming out on top by a score of 4-2.</li><li>Take the Wild on the moneyline</li><li>The Wild should also cover at -1.5</li></ul><h3>Can Philadelphia Deliver Being Underdogs on the Road?</h3><p>Philadelphia dropped to 14-12-4 after a 3-0 loss to the Bruins. The Flyers, who were underdogs on the puck line, failed to cover. The total was set at 6.5 goals, but the combined score of 3 fell well short.</p> 

<p>Defensively, the Flyers gave up goals in each period, with the third goal coming at 16:21 in the final period. Offensively, they struggled, managing just 20 shots on goal.</p><p>Philadelphia's offense struggled in their 3-0 loss to Boston, managing just 20 shots on goal and failing to score. The Flyers recorded 15 giveaways and were shut out for the first time this season.</p> <p>Philadelphia was unable to find the net in any period, with none of their players scoring in the game.</p><p>Defensively, the Flyers gave up the first goal at 13:28 in the first period and another at 11:23 in the second. The final goal was an empty-netter at 16:21 in the third. Goalie Samuel Ersson made 8 saves with a 100% save percentage after coming on for Carter Hart, who left the game with an injury. The Flyers' defense also recorded 5 takeaways and 30 hits.</p><h3>Will the Wild Come Through as Home Favorites?</h3><p>With a 2-1 overtime win against the Maple Leafs, the Wild improved to 19-6-4. Minnesota entered the game as the puck line favorites, and the total was set at 6 goals, but the combined 3 goals fell short of that mark.</p> 

<p>Ryan Hartman opened the scoring for the Wild in the first period, but the Maple Leafs tied it up with just 52 seconds left in the period. Matt Boldy secured the win with a goal at 2:14 in overtime.</p><p>Ryan Hartman netted his third goal of the season, scoring 9:41 into the first period. Matt Boldy followed with his sixth goal, which came 2:14 into overtime to secure the win. Jared Spurgeon picked up assists on both goals, bringing his season total to three.</p> <p>The Wild took 33 shots on goal and recorded 15 giveaways. They were unable to convert on any power play opportunities in the game.</p><p>Filip Gustavsson made 27 saves with a 96.4% save percentage, helping the Wild secure a 2-1 victory in overtime. Defensively, Minnesota had 7 takeaways and 22 hits. The only goal they allowed was a power-play goal by Toronto at the end of the first period.</p>

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<p>Even though all 30 MLB teams will be in action on Friday, September 23, only a few games are must-watch, including this AL Central duel, and here you can get the best Tigers vs. White Sox betting pick and odds.</p>



<p>Detroit and Chicago will play the first of a three-game series at Guaranteed Rate Field, and the White Sox are -175 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 16 times this year, and the Yankees lead 12-4.</p>



<p><strong>Tigers couldn’t sweep the Orioles</strong></p>



<p>The Detroit Tigers surprisingly beat the Baltimore Orioles in two of three games of the road series and likely killed Baltimore’s dreams of playing in the postseason. Detroit didn’t manage to sweep the series as they lost 8-1 in Game 3, which was the seventh loss in the last ten games. The Tigers are two wins above the Oakland Athletics, who have the worst record in the AL.</p>



<p>Detroit scored its lone run in the 7th inning and had just three hits opposite Baltimore’s nine. It was a solo home run by Kerry Carpenter, while Matt Manning struggled in his start. Manning allowed three runs on four hits with four strikeouts and five walks in 5.1 innings.</p>



<p>Eduardo Rodriguez (3-5) is getting his 15th start of the year when he meets the White Sox on Friday. The 29-year-old left-hander has a 4.35 ERA, 1.33 WHIP, and 59/28 K/BB ratio over 72.1 innings.</p>



<p><strong>White Sox returned to losing ways against the Guardians</strong></p>



<p>The Chicago White Sox lost both of the opening two games of a three-game series against divisional rivals Cleveland Guardians, perhaps their two painful losses of the campaign. After losing in extra innings in Game 1, the White Sox were beaten 8-2 in Game 2, while the final game of the series will be played on Thursday night. Chicago still has slim chances to reach the postseason, but they must sweep this series against Detroit.</p>



<p>The White Sox committed two early errors to allow Cleveland to score some easy runs, and following a 6-1 deficit after the first four innings, Chicago couldn’t make a comeback. Lance Lynn dropped to a 7-6 record after surrendering three runs on nine hits with three strikeouts and a walk across 6.0 innings. Yoan Moncada homered for the White Sox, but that was a small consolation for him and his teammates in this heavy loss.</p>



<p>Lucas Giolito (10-9) will start for the 28th time this year when he takes on Detroit on Friday. The 28-year-old right-hander owns a bloated 5.07 ERA, 1.49 WHIP, and 158/55 K/BB ratio in 143.2 innings of work.</p>



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



<p><strong>Detroit:</strong></p>



<ul><li>8-25 in the last 33 vs. American League Central rivals</li><li>4-12 in the last 16 during game 1 of a series</li><li>14-37 in the last 51 games vs. a right-handed starter</li></ul>



<p><strong>Chicago:</strong></p>



<ul><li>8-1 in the last nine games vs. a starter with a WHIP greater than 1.30</li><li>5-2 in the last seven during game 1 of a series</li></ul>



<p><strong>Detroit Tigers vs. Chicago White Sox Pick</strong></p>



<p>Lucas Giolito is having a solid month so far after struggling in June, July, and August. He didn’t allow more than three runs in three starts in September, unlike Eduardo Rodriguez, who has a 6.04 ERA this month. The White Sox are batting .277 against southpaws with 5.13 runs per nine innings, while the Tigers are just .214 BA with 3.11 runs against right-handers. The Tigers are 0-4 in Rodriguez’s last four starts and are 0-7 in Rodriguez’s previous seven starts vs. a team with a winning record. I am going with the White Sox to get a comfortable win here.</p>



<p><strong>Pick:</strong> Take the White Sox at -1.5 Run Line (+130)</p>



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



<p>Both Rodriguez and Giolito registered over 4.00 ERA against the White Sox and Tigers, respectively, so I expect to see multiple runs scored off of them in this one. I am backing the home team to trouble Rodriguez early on and try to create a big lead, but Giolito will not pitch without issues as he struggles against the likes of Javier Baez, Jeimer Candelario, and Jonathan Schoop. Over is 5-0 in Giolito’s last five home starts vs. a team with a losing record; Over is 10-2-1 in the Tigers’ previous 13 road games, while Over is 8-1-1 in Detroit’s last ten games vs. a starter with a WHIP greater than 1.30.</p>



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

Detroit Tigers vs. Chicago White Sox Odds, Pick, Prediction 9/23/22

<p>Looking to win big? The Kings and Jets face off at 8:00 ET on ESPN+. The Jets are hosting the game at Canada Life Centre in Winnipeg, MB. The over/under for this Western conference contest is set at 5.5 goals, with the Jets being favored by -1.5 goals at home against the Kings.</p><h3>LOS ANGELES KINGS VS WINNIPEG JETS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Winnipeg Jets -1.5</p><p>This game will be played at Canada Life Centre at 8:00 ET on Friday, January 10th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE WINNIPEG JETS:</h3><ul><li>Based on our analysis, we foresee the Jets winning the game with a predicted score of 4-2.</li><li>Take the Jets on the moneyline</li><li>The Jets should also cover at -1.5</li></ul><h3>Are the Kings Ready for a Win at Winnipeg?</h3><p>Los Angeles fell to 23-10-5 after a 4-3 loss to the Blackhawks. The Kings led 3-2 in the final minute before Chicago tied it with 31 seconds left, then lost in the shootout.</p> 

<p>The Kings were favored on the puck line and the total for the game was set at 6 goals, with the 7 combined goals going over. Alex Laferriere scored twice for LA, including a goal at 16:03 in the first period to open the scoring.</p><p>Alex Laferriere led the Kings with two goals, bringing his season total to 7 and 8. Phillip Danault added his first goal of the season, finding the net on one of his five shots on goal.</p> <p>Kevin Fiala picked up two assists, giving him 4 and 5 on the year. The Kings fired 40 shots on goal and scored once on the power play. They had 13 giveaways in the game.</p><p>The Kings' defense gave up the first two goals of the 3rd period, and after they took the lead 3-2, they allowed the game-tying goal with just 31 seconds left in the 3rd period. They also gave up 3 goals in the shootout. Goalie Darcy Kuemper had a save percentage of 85.7% on 18 saves.</p><h3>Can the Jets Hold Strong at Home?</h3><p>With a 7-4 win over the Lightning, the Jets improved to 28-12-2. Winnipeg covered the puck line as -1.5 goal favorites, and the total of 11 goals went well over the pre-game line of 6.5 goals.</p> 

<p>After falling behind 2-0 in the first period, the Jets responded with seven different players finding the net. Winnipeg took the lead for good with a goal at 15:57 in the third period.</p><p>In their recent game against the Lightning, the Jets’ offense netted 7 goals on 34 shots, with two of those goals coming on empty nets. The Jets had 10 assists and recorded 7 giveaways. Each of the Jets’ goals came from a different player, with Vladislav Namestnikov scoring his 3rd goal of the season.</p> <p>After a slow start, the Jets scored their first goal in the 1st period, added two more in the 2nd, and finished with four goals in the 3rd period. Alex Iafallo’s 1st goal of the season came on a power play, while Nikolaj Ehlers picked up his 9th goal on an empty net.</p><p>Defensively, the Jets will look to improve after allowing the first two goals of the game and a 4-4 tie with 6:51 left in the 3rd period. Connor Hellebuyck made 26 saves with an 86.7% save percentage. The Jets' defense finished with 5 takeaways and 31 hits.</p>

<p>Planning on watching today's Peacocks and Purple Eagles game? Catch the action at Gallagher Center in Niagara Falls, NY, as the Purple Eagles hosts this showdown at 6:30 ET on ESPN+. Saint Peter's is favored by -1.5 in this Metro Atlantic Athletic conference contest against Niagara. The game's over/under currently sits at 126.5 points.</p><h3>SAINT PETER'S PEACOCKS VS NIAGARA PURPLE EAGLES BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Niagara Purple Eagles +1.5</p><p>This game will be played at Gallagher Center at 6:30 ET on Friday, January 10th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE NIAGARA PURPLE EAGLES:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 77-69 in favor of the Purple Eagles.</li><li>Not only will Niagara pick up the win, but look for them to cover at +1.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 126.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 146 points.</li></ul><h3>Do the Peacocks Have a Shot at a Win at Niagara Falls?</h3><p>Saint Peter's dropped to 4-6 on the season after a 59-46 home loss to Quinnipiac on Friday. The Peacocks, who were -3.5 favorites, not only lost but failed to cover the spread.</p> <p>They trailed 41-24 at halftime but held Quinnipiac to 18 points in the 2nd half while scoring 22. The game’s total points of 105 fell well short of the O/U line of 138.5.</p><p>Saint Peter's struggled offensively in their last game, scoring just 46 points on 31.5% shooting from the field. Their effective field goal percentage was 37%, and they hit only 23.8% of their three-point attempts (5/21).</p> <p>Jaden Zimmerman led the way with 16 points, shooting 50% from beyond the arc (3/6). The Peacocks grabbed 12 offensive rebounds and finished with 9 assists as a team.</p><p>Saint Peter's defense was stellar, holding their opponent to just 59 points on 31% shooting from the field. They limited two-point attempts to 12/33, a 36% success rate.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, the Peacocks' defense was equally effective, allowing just 5 made threes on 21 attempts (23%). They sent their opponent to the line 10 times, where they converted 7 free throws (70%).</p><h3>Can Niagara Pull Off a Home Win?</h3><p>Niagara dropped to 5-8 on the season after a 68-62 loss to Mount St. Mary's on Sunday. The Purple Eagles were +5 point underdogs going into the game and failed to cover the spread. The total points for the game were 130, falling short of the 136.5 O/U line.</p> <p>Despite leading 37-26 at halftime, Niagara struggled in the 2nd half, scoring just 25 points while allowing 42 points to the Mountaineers.</p><p>Niagara's offense struggled in their last game, shooting just 39.1% from the field and 29.6% from three-point range, finishing with an effective field goal percentage of 45.3%. They managed to hit all four of their free throws and grabbed 12 offensive rebounds, with 12 assists on 25 made field goals.</p> <p>Jahari Williamson led the way with 15 points, hitting 5 of 7 threes, while Carmelo Pacheco and Zion Russell each added 14 points. Arlandus Keyes was perfect from beyond the arc, going 3 for 3, and contributed 6 rebounds and 4 assists.</p><p>Niagara's defense gave up 68 points, with the opposing team shooting 47% from the field, hitting 22 of 46 shots. Inside the arc, they connected on 13 of 27 attempts, good for 48% shooting.</p> <p>From three-point range, the opposition shot 47%, making 9 of 19 attempts. They also went to the free-throw line 20 times, converting 15 for a 75% success rate. Niagara limited them to just 2 offensive rebounds.</p>

<p>The Hornets and Beavers are set to face off at 10:00 ET on ESPN+. The Beavers will host the game at Gill Coliseum in Corvallis, OR. This non-conference matchup has an over/under of 130.5 points, and Oregon State is favored by -19.5 vs. Sacramento State.</p><h3>SACRAMENTO STATE HORNETS VS OREGON STATE BEAVERS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Sacramento State Hornets +19.5</p><p>This game will be played at Gill Coliseum at 10:00 ET on Tuesday, December 17th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE SACRAMENTO STATE HORNETS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 74-73 in favor of the Beavers.</li><li>Even though we have Oregon State winning straight-up, we like Sacramento State at +19.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 130.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 147 points.</li></ul><h3>Will the Hornets Defense Show Up in Corvallis?</h3><p>Sacramento State’s season continued to be a struggle as they fell to 1-8 after a 69-62 loss to UC Davis on Saturday, December 14th. The Hornets were +6.5 point underdogs at home and failed to cover the spread. The game’s total points of 131 fell short of the 137.5 O/U line.</p> <p>Sacramento State trailed 35-32 at halftime and couldn’t close the gap in the 2nd half, scoring 30 points while allowing 34.</p><p>Sacramento State's offense managed just 62 points in their last game, shooting 41.8% from the field and 31.8% from beyond the arc. Their effective field goal percentage was 47.3%, with a 48.5% success rate on two-point attempts. The Hornets also hit 69.2% of their free throws, going 9-for-13 from the line.</p> <p>Pablo Tamba led the way with 18 points and 6 rebounds, shooting 71.4% from the floor. Jacob Holt added 17 points, though he struggled from deep, hitting just 1 of 7 three-point attempts. Julian Vaughns contributed 15 points, connecting on 3 of 4 from long range.</p><p>Sacramento State's defense gave up 69 points in their last game, with opponents shooting 41% from the field. They allowed 23 made field goals on 55 attempts.</p> <p>Inside the arc, the Hornets' defense allowed 16 two-point baskets on 33 attempts, a 48% shooting rate. From three-point range, opponents hit 7 of 22 shots, good for 31%. Sacramento State also sent their opponents to the line 13 times, where they made 9 free throws, a 69% success rate. The Hornets gave up 9 offensive rebounds.</p><h3>Can the Beavers Secure a Win at Home?</h3><p>Oregon State improved to 6-2 on the season with a 67-55 win over UC Irvine on Saturday. The Beavers, who were favored by 2.5 points, covered the spread in the victory.</p> <p>Oregon State led 34-30 at halftime and held UC Irvine to just 25 points in the second half while scoring 33 of their own. The game’s total points of 122 fell short of the 136-point over/under line.</p><p>Oregon State put up 67 points in their last game, shooting 46.2% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 51.9%. They connected on 35.3% of their three-point attempts, going 6-for-17 from deep, and hit 76.5% of their free throws, making 13 of 17.</p> <p>Damarco Minor led the Beavers with 19 points, 9 rebounds, and 5 assists, hitting 3 of 6 from beyond the arc. Parsa Fallah contributed 12 points, shooting 50% from the field, while Michael Rataj added 13 points despite missing both of his three-point attempts.</p><p>Oregon State's defense held their opponent to 55 points, even though they allowed a 46% shooting performance from the field. The Beavers gave up 18 two-point baskets on 35 attempts, a 51% success rate for their opponent.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Oregon State's defense allowed 6 threes on 17 attempts, with their opponent shooting 35% from deep. The Beavers also sent their opponent to the free-throw line 17 times, where they converted 13 attempts, shooting 76%. Oregon State gave up 9 offensive rebounds in the game.</p>

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<p>Betting on today's Wolverines and Wildcats game? Catch the action at Moody Coliseum (Abilene) in Abilene, TX, as the Wildcats hosts this showdown at 4:00 ET on ESPN+. The over/under for this Western Athletic conference contest is set at 138 points, with Abilene Christian being favored by -2.5 at home against Utah Valley.</p><h3>UTAH VALLEY WOLVERINES VS ABILENE CHRISTIAN WILDCATS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Abilene Christian Wildcats -2.5</p><p>This game will be played at Moody Coliseum (Abilene) at 4:00 ET on Saturday, March 9th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE ABILENE CHRISTIAN WILDCATS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 77-69 in favor of the Wildcats.</li><li>Not only will Abilene Christian pick up the win, but look for them to cover at -2.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 138 points, and we like the over with a projected 146 points.</li></ul><h3>Does Utah Valley Have a Shot at a Road Win?</h3><p>Utah Valley comes into this game with a 15-15 record, including a 10-9 mark in Western Athletic Conference play. On the road, they have gone 5-10 this season, but they have won three straight away from home.</p>

<p>As an underdog, the Wolverines are 6-12 this season, and they are 3-0 in their last three road games. In their last game, they defeated Tarleton State, 63-60.</p><p>Utah Valley has a solid ATS record of 16-11-1 this season and they have been even better vs the spread on the road, going 9-5-1. Over their last 10 games as the underdog, the Wolverines have gone 5-4-1 and they are 2-1 ATS in their last 3 games as the underdog. On the road, Utah Valley has gone 6-3-1 ATS over their last 10 games and they are a perfect 3-0 vs the spread in their last 3 road games.</p><p>This season, the over/under record for Utah Valley games is 11-17 and today's line of 138 is lower than the average over/under line in their games (140.2). In their last three games, the average scoring total is 132 points.</p><p>Coming off their recent game, the Utah Valley offense tallied 63 points in a matchup against Tarleton State. Their field goal percentage for the game was 39.4%, and they made 0 threes. Offensively, the Wolverines have a season long field goal percentage of 43%, which is 293rd in the nation. In terms of three-pointers, they are 398th in percentage and 360th in three-pointers made.</p><p>At this time, the Wolverines' defense is positioned 82nd in the country, permitting 68.5 points per game. On average, opposing teams are hitting 6.1 threes per game vs. Abilene Christian. This has come on three-point shooting percentage of 31.4%.</p><h3>Can the Wildcats Please their Home Crowd?</h3><p>Abilene Christian is favored by 2.5 points in tonight's game against Utah Valley. They have a record of 15-15 overall, including a 10-9 mark in Western Athletic Conference play.</p>

<p>Recently, the Wildcats have won seven straight games, and they are 8-2 in their last 10 games at home. So far this season, they have a home record of 7-5.</p><p>As the favorite this season, Abilene Christian has an ATS record of 5-5. Their overall ATS record is 16-12, including a mark of 6-6 at home. Over their last 10 games as the favorite, the Wildcats are 5-5 vs. the spread. At home, they have gone 6-3 ATS in their last 10.</p><p>Abilene Christian's over/under record this season is 15-12-1 and today's line of 138 is lower than the average over/under line in their games (145.6). Over their last three games, the average scoring total is 143 points and their over/under record during that span is 1-2.</p><p>Most recently, the Abilene Christian offense finished with just 64 points vs. Seattle. For the game, they hit 5/17 three-point attempts and a field goal percentage of 42.4%. Ali Abdou Dibba is currently the leading scorer for the team, entering today's matchup with an average of 15.4. Meanwhile, Airion Simmons also brings a PPG average of 13 into the game.</p><p>So far, the Wildcats' defense is ranked 230th in the country at 73.9 points per contest. Against Seattle in their most recent game, the Abilene Christian defense gave up a total of 59 points while allowing Seattle to hit 42% of their shots.</p>

Utah Valley Wolverines vs Abilene Christian Wildcats Betting Pick & Prediction 3/9/24

<p>Looking to win big? The Broncs and Golden Griffins face off at 7:00 ET on ESPN+. The Golden Griffins are hosting the game at Koessler Athletic Center in Buffalo, NY. Rider is favored by -3.5 in this Metro Atlantic Athletic conference contest against Canisius. The game's over/under currently sits at 138.5 points.</p><h3>RIDER BRONCS VS CANISIUS GOLDEN GRIFFINS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Canisius Golden Griffins +3.5</p><p>This game will be played at Koessler Athletic Center at 7:00 ET on Friday, January 10th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE CANISIUS GOLDEN GRIFFINS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 77-69 in favor of the Golden Griffins.</li><li>Not only will Canisius pick up the win, but look for them to cover at +3.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 138.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 146 points.</li></ul><h3>Will the Broncs Make it Happen in Buffalo?</h3><p>Rider's season continues to be a struggle, as they fell to 4-10 after a narrow 80-79 home loss to Manhattan on Sunday. The Broncs entered the game as 2-point favorites but failed to cover the spread.</p> <p>Rider led 44-37 at halftime but allowed 43 points in the 2nd half while scoring just 35. The total points for the game reached 159, going over the pre-game line of 143.5.</p><p>Rider's offense put up 79 points in their last game, shooting 41.9% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 48.4%. They connected on 8 of 24 threes (33.3%) and were nearly perfect from the line, hitting 19 of 20 free throws (95%).</p> <p>Jay Alvarez led the way with 23 points, while Masiah Gilyard and Shaquil Bender each added 18, with Bender hitting 4 threes at a 50% clip. Wesley Robinson also contributed 17 points, shooting 66.7% from deep, and Zion Cruz dished out 7 assists.</p><p>Rider's defense gave up 80 points in their last game, with opponents shooting 41% from the field, hitting 26 of 62 shots. Inside the arc, Rider allowed 47% shooting, with the other team making 18 of 38 two-point attempts.</p> <p>From three-point range, Rider's defense saw the opposition connect on 8 of 24 shots, or 33%. They also sent the other team to the free-throw line 20 times, where they converted 19 for a 95% success rate. Rider allowed 14 offensive rebounds in the game.</p><h3>Can Canisius Pull Off a Home Win?</h3><h3>Canisius Golden Griffins Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>The Golden Griffins’ season struggles continued with a 99-82 loss to Sacred Heart on Sunday, dropping their record to 0-14. Canisius entered the game as +10.5 point underdogs and failed to cover the spread.</p> 

<p>After trailing 48-43 at halftime, Canisius was outscored 51-39 in the second half. The game’s total points of 181 exceeded the O/U line of 145.5.</p><p>Canisius put up 82 points in their last game, shooting 45.2% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 54.8%. They connected on 45.8% of their threes, hitting 11 of 24 attempts, and were strong at the free-throw line, making 15 of 18 for 83.3%.</p> <p>Tanner Thomas led the way with 24 points and 11 rebounds, shooting 71.4% from the field. Paul McMillan IV added 21 points, while Griffin Barrouk contributed 19 points, hitting 5 of 10 from beyond the arc.</p><p>Canisius struggled defensively, giving up 99 points on 53% shooting. They allowed 37 field goals on 69 attempts.</p> <p>Inside the arc, the Golden Griffins allowed 65% shooting, with 27 two-point baskets. From three, they gave up 10 threes on 28 attempts, a 35% clip.</p>

Rider Broncs vs Canisius Golden Griffins NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 1/10/25

<p>Planning on watching today's Mountaineers and Jaspers game? Catch the action at Draddy Gymnasium in Riverdale, NY, as the Jaspers hosts this showdown at 7:00 ET on ESPN+. The over/under for this game is set at 151.5 points, and Manhattan is favored by -1.5 vs. Mount St. Mary's in a Metro Atlantic Athletic conference matchup.</p><h3>MOUNT ST. MARY'S MOUNTAINEERS VS MANHATTAN JASPERS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Manhattan Jaspers -1.5</p><p>This game will be played at Draddy Gymnasium at 7:00 ET on Friday, January 10th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE MANHATTAN JASPERS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 78-69 in favor of the Jaspers.</li><li>Not only will Manhattan pick up the win, but look for them to cover at -1.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 151.5 points, and we like the under with a projected 147 points.</li></ul><h3>Can the Mountaineers Pull the Upset on the Road?</h3><h3>Mount St. Mary's Mountaineers Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Mount St. Mary's improved to 8-5 on the season with a 68-62 win over Niagara on Sunday. The Mountaineers, who were -5 point favorites, covered the spread at home. The game’s total points of 130 fell short of the 136.5 O/U line.</p> 

<p>Mount St. Mary's came back strong in the 2nd half, outscoring Niagara 42-25 after trailing 37-26 at halftime.</p><p>Mount St. Mary's put up 68 points in their last game, shooting 47.8% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 56.5%. They connected on 9 of 19 three-point attempts, shooting 47.4% from deep, and hit 75% of their free throws (15/20). Offensive rebounding was minimal, with just 2 boards on that end, but they dished out 15 assists as a team.</p> <p>Jahari Williamson led the way with 15 points, hitting 5 of 7 threes for a 71.4% mark from beyond the arc. Zion Russell and Carmelo Pacheco each added 14 points, with Pacheco making 4 of 8 threes and Russell shooting 66.7% overall. Arlandus Keyes was perfect from deep, hitting all 3 of his attempts and finishing with 11 points and 6 rebounds.</p><p>Despite giving up 62 points, Mount St. Mary's defense allowed their opponent to shoot 47% from the field, with 22 made baskets on 46 attempts. The Mountaineers gave up 13 two-pointers on 27 attempts, a 48% shooting rate.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, their opponent hit 9 of 19 threes, shooting 47%. Mount St. Mary's also sent them to the free-throw line 20 times, where they converted 15 for 75%. The Mountaineers limited second-chance opportunities, allowing just 2 offensive rebounds.</p><h3>Can the Jaspers Hold Strong at Home?</h3><p>Manhattan improved to 6-6 on the season with a narrow 80-79 road win over Rider on Sunday. The Jaspers entered the game as +2 underdogs and covered the spread with the victory.</p> <p>After trailing 44-37 at halftime, Manhattan turned things around in the second half, outscoring Rider 43-35. The total points for the game reached 159, surpassing the O/U line of 143.5.</p><p>In their latest game, the Jaspers put up 80 points, shooting 50% from the field and hitting 43.5% from beyond the arc. Their effective field goal percentage was 58.6%, and they connected on 12 of 18 free throws (66.7%).</p> <p>Jay Alvarez led the way with 23 points, while Masiah Gilyard and Shaquil Bender each added 18. Bender knocked down 4 threes, shooting 50% from deep, and Zion Cruz contributed 11 points and 7 assists.</p><p>Manhattan's defense gave up 79 points in their last game, with the opposing team shooting 41% from the field on 26 of 62 attempts. Inside the arc, they allowed 18 two-point baskets on 38 attempts, a 47% shooting rate.</p> <p>From three-point range, the opposition hit 8 of 24 shots, good for 33%. The Jaspers also sent them to the free-throw line 20 times, where they converted 19, a 95% success rate. Manhattan allowed 14 offensive rebounds in the game.</p>

Mount St. Mary's Mountaineers vs Manhattan Jaspers NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 1/10/25

<p>At 8:40 PM ET, the Arizona Diamondbacks will take on the Colorado Rockies at Coors Field in Denver, Colorado. The Diamondbacks are currently favored in this NL West matchup, with a money line of -184 compared to the Rockies' +152.</p>

<p>Looking at the over/under line, the over is currently at 10.5 runs, with a payout of -120 compared to the under at -102. Zac Gallen will be on the mound for the Diamondbacks, while Kyle Freeland will be pitching for the Rockies.</p><h3>COLORADO ROCKIES VS ARIZONA DIAMONDBACKS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Colorado Rockies Moneyline +152</p><p>This game will be played at Coors Field at 8:40 ET on Monday, April 8th.</p><h3>HOW TO BET THE DIAMONDBACKS VS ROCKIES:</h3><ul><li>We have the Rockies winning by a score of 5 to 4</li><li>If you're looking for a run line pick, we also like the Rockies to cover</li><li>As for an over/under pick, we have this game finishing with 9 runs and like the under</li></ul><h3>Diamondbacks Records & Stats</h3><p>The Diamondbacks closed out their series with the Braves by picking up a run in their 5-2 loss. This game was closer than the final score indicates, as the Diamondbacks were only losing 2-1 heading into the 8th before the Braves scored twice in their half of the 8th. Arizona's offense was able to scratch across one run in the top of the 9th, but it wasn't enough to pull off the comeback.</p>

<p>Ryne Nelson went five innings for the Diamondbacks, giving up three earned runs, all of which came in the 4th inning. He struggled with his command in the outing, giving up eight hits and two walks. Christian Walker was the lone bright spot for the Diamondbacks offense, as he went 2/4 with a run scored and drove in one run.</p><p>Zac Gallen and the Diamondbacks are on the road to take on the Rockies. Gallen has been solid in his first two starts, picking up a win in each. He went 6 innings in his last outing, striking out 6 and not allowing a run.</p><p>For the Diamondbacks, we like Lourdes Gurriel Jr. to have a solid game at the plate. He has the highest hits projection on the team and his home run projection is 13th best in the league today. Christian Walker is our top choice to hit a home run for Arizona, as he has the 11th best odds in the league to hit one today. Ketel Marte has the 2nd best hits projection on the team and his home run projection is 15th best in the league today.</p><h3>Rockies Records & Stats</h3><p>The Rockies closed out their series with the Rays by picking up a 3-2 win. This game was all tied at 2-2 heading into the 9th, where the Rockies scored one run in their half of the 9th to pick up the win. Heading into the game, they were at +120 on the money line.</p>

<p>Colorado got a good start from Dakota Hudson, who went six innings and allowed three runs while striking out four. Brenton Doyle went 2/4 at the plate with a run scored and RBI, and Nolan Jones went 2/3.</p><p>Coming into today's matchup against the Diamondbacks, Kyle Freeland is looking to bounce back from a rough start to the season. He has taken the loss in each of his first two starts, and in those outings, he has given up a total of 17 hits and 12 earned runs.</p><p>For the Rockies, we have a few players with strong projections in terms of hitting. Charlie Blackmon has the 11th highest hits projection in the league today and is 4th on the team in terms of home run projections. Kris Bryant is our top pick to hit a home run for the Rockies, as his home run projection is 13th best in the league today. Elias Díaz is 2nd on the team in terms of home run projections, and Nolan Jones has the best odds to hit a home run for the Rockies.</p>

Arizona Diamondbacks vs Colorado Rockies Betting Pick & Prediction 4/8/24

<p>The Orioles are hosting the Blue Jays today at Oriole Park at Camden Yards in Baltimore, and they are looking to extend their winning streak to three games. Baltimore is 1st in the AL East with an overall record of 26-14, while the Blue Jays are 5th in the division at 19-22.</p>

<p>Chris Bassitt is starting for the Blue Jays, and he will be facing off against Kyle Bradish. Baltimore is currently favored on the money line, with the odds sitting at -162 compared to the Blue Jays at +136. The over/under line is at 8.5 runs.</p><h3>BALTIMORE ORIOLES VS TORONTO BLUE JAYS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Baltimore Orioles Moneyline -162</p><p>This game will be played at Oriole Park at Camden Yards at 6:35 ET on Tuesday, May 14th.</p><h3>HOW TO BET THE BLUE JAYS VS ORIOLES:</h3><ul><li>We have the Orioles winning by a score of 6 to 5</li><li>However, if you're looking for a run line pick, we 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 rallied for a run in the 8th inning in the most recent game of this Blue Jays vs. Orioles series. The Blue Jays scored one run in the 1st inning but didn't score another run until putting up the game-winning run in the top of the 10th, picking up a 3-2 win. Heading into the game, the Blue Jays were at +150 on the money line.</p>

<p>Jose Berrios started for the Blue Jays, going seven innings and giving up two earned runs. He finished the game with just four strikeouts but induced 14 ground balls. Jordan Romano got the win out of the bullpen, and Jacob Webb took the loss for the Orioles out of the bullpen.</p>

<p>Adley Rutschman hit the game's only home run while going 2/4 with two RBIs, but it came in a losing effort. Bo Bichette had a three-hit game for the Blue Jays, scoring one run and driving in a run.</p><h3>Blue Jays Records & Stats</h3><p>Toronto is 19-22 overall and trail the Orioles in the AL East by 7.5 games. So far, they have gone 6-5 in divisional matchups. The Blue Jays are looking to move above .500 today, and they are currently 10-13 on the road compared to a 9-9 mark at home.</p>

<p>As the favorite, the Blue Jays have gone 14-10 this year and 5-12 as the underdog. Toronto has won two straight on the road, and their overall series record is 4-7-2. This year, they are 5-9 as the road underdog.</p><p>When the Blue Jays win, they do so by an average of 2.7 runs per game. When they lose, they lose by an average of 4.5 runs per game. They have a run line record of 18-23 overall, and are 11-12 vs. the run line on the road. They are 12-12 vs. the run line as the favorite and 6-11 as the underdog.</p><p>When the Blue Jays play, the over/under line is set at 8.5 runs just 12.2% of the time. Their average over/under line this season is 8 runs per game. Their games have averaged 8.4 runs per game this season, and their over/under record is 17-23. The under has hit in their last two games, and their over/under record when the line is set at 8.5 runs is 6-9. Their game against the Orioles today has an over/under line of 8.5 runs.</p><p>Chris Bassitt gets the start for the Blue Jays today as he faces the Orioles on the road. He has made eight starts this season and has a record of 3-5 with an ERA of 5.06. Bassitt's WHIP for the season is currently 1.55. In his last outing, he pitched well, going 6 1/3 innings and giving up just two earned runs. He picked up the win in that start. Before that, he had lost three straight starts. Bassitt has allowed at least one home run in each of his last four outings.</p><p>Over his last six games, Vladimir Guerrero Jr. has gone 11/22, but he is still looking for his first home run during this stretch. Guerrero Jr. is batting .276 for the season and is 2nd on the team with 19 RBIs. Daulton Varsho and Davis Schneider are also near the top of the Blue Jays' home run leaderboard, with seven and four homers, respectively. Varsho is batting just .214 for the season and has gone just 2/20 in his last five games.</p>

<p>As a team, the Blue Jays are 28th in the league in scoring, averaging just 3.7 runs per game. They are also near the bottom of the league in home runs and have a team batting average of just .231. One thing they have done well is avoid the strikeout, as they have the 3rd fewest strikeouts in the league.</p><h3>Orioles Records & Stats</h3><p>The Orioles host the Blue Jays today with an overall record of 26-14, good for 1st place in the AL East. Currently, they are tied with the Yankees for the division lead. Baltimore has dropped two straight games, and this year, they are 6-2 in the division.</p>

<p>Baltimore has been good at home this year, going 14-9, and they have been even better on the road at 12-5. So far, they have been the favorite in 32 of their games, going 19-13 in those matchups. As for their games as the underdog, they have gone 7-1 this year. The Orioles have an overall series record of 9-3-1 this year.</p><p>Despite their recent struggles against the run line, the Orioles have been a solid play at home this season, going 12-11 against the run line. Overall, they are 22-18 against the run line this season, with an average run margin of 1.2 runs per game. They have been particularly good against the run line on the road, going 10-7 so far this season. Their average run margin in winning games is 3.7 runs per game, while their average run margin in losing games is -3.4 runs per game.</p><p>When the Orioles have played games with an over/under line of 8.5 runs this season, the over has hit in 9 of 16 games. Overall, the over has hit in 20 of their 37 games this season.</p><p>Kyle Bradish has started two games so far this season and has yet to pick up a win. In his first start, he went 4 2/3 innings, allowing just 1 earned run, and then went 5 innings in his last outing, striking out 9 Nationals hitters. He has yet to give up a home run this season.</p><p>So far this season, the Orioles have been the league's best home run-hitting team and are also 5th in runs scored, averaging 5 runs per game. They have been even better on the road, averaging 5.2 runs per contest. As a team, they are batting .243, which is 11th in the league, and have the top isolated power number in the league.</p>

<p>Adley Rutschman has been on a tear of late, going 12/39 with four homers over his last nine games. For the season, he is batting .309 with eight homers, which is 2nd on the team. Gunnar Henderson and Jordan Westburg are tied for the team lead in RBIs, with 27, and Henderson's 12 homers is 2nd in the league.</p>

Toronto Blue Jays vs Baltimore Orioles Betting Pick & Prediction 5/14/24

<p>Betting on today's Red Storm and Musketeers game? Catch the action at Cintas Center in Cincinnati, OH, as the Musketeers hosts this showdown at 6:30 ET on FS1. St. John's is favored by -1.5 in this Big East conference contest against Xavier. The game's over/under currently sits at 151.5 points.</p><h3>ST. JOHN'S RED STORM VS XAVIER MUSKETEERS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Xavier Musketeers +1.5</p><p>This game will be played at Cintas Center at 6:30 ET on Tuesday, January 7th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE XAVIER MUSKETEERS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 76-69 in favor of the Musketeers.</li><li>Not only will Xavier pick up the win, but look for them to cover at +1.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 151.5 points, and we like the under with a projected 145 points.</li></ul><h3>Will St. John's Find a Way to Win on the Road?</h3><h3>St. John's Red Storm Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>St. John's improved to 12-3 on the season with a 70-62 win over Butler on Saturday, January 4th. The Red Storm, playing at home, were -11.5 favorites going into the game, but they didn't cover the spread. The total points for the game were 132, which was under the O/U line of 148.5.</p> 

<p>St. John's trailed 29-25 at halftime but turned things around in the 2nd half, scoring 45 points while holding Butler to 33.</p><p>St. John's struggled from beyond the arc in their last game, hitting just 1 of 21 three-point attempts for a dismal 4.8% shooting percentage. Overall, they shot 36.6% from the field, with an effective field goal percentage matching that mark. Inside the arc, they were more efficient, making 50% of their two-point shots (25/50).</p> <p>RJ Luis Jr. led the team with 20 points and 11 rebounds, despite missing all 5 of his three-point attempts. Pierre Brooks II added 17 points, connecting on 3 of 6 threes, while Patrick McCaffery also hit 3 threes, finishing with 13 points and 11 rebounds. Kadary Richmond contributed 11 points and a team-high 6 assists.</p><p>St. John’s put on a defensive clinic, holding their opponent to just 62 points on 36% shooting. The Red Storm were particularly effective at defending the three, where they limited their opponent to just 1 made three-pointer on 21 attempts, a 4% success rate.</p> <p>Inside the arc, their opponent shot 50%, going 25/50 on two-point attempts. St. John’s sent their opponent to the free-throw line 23 times, where they made 17 free throws, shooting 73%. The Red Storm also gave up 13 offensive rebounds.</p><h3>Do the Musketeers Have a Shot at a Home Win?</h3><h3>Xavier Musketeers Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Xavier’s season record dropped to 9-6 after a 69-63 road loss to Georgetown on Friday. Entering the game as +1.5 point underdogs, the Musketeers not only lost but also failed to cover the spread.</p> 

<p>Trailing 30-24 at halftime, Xavier scored 39 points in the second half but couldn’t make up ground as they allowed Georgetown to match them with 39 points. The game’s total points of 132 fell short of the 146.5 O/U line.</p><p>Xavier's offense struggled in their last game, shooting just 35.1% from the field and 26.3% from three-point range. They managed only 8 assists, with an effective field goal percentage of 38.6%.</p> <p>Malik Mack led the way with 26 points, hitting 3 of 9 from deep. Zach Freemantle added 16 points, connecting on 2 of 3 from beyond the arc, while Micah Peavy contributed 15 points and 10 rebounds.</p><p>Despite giving up 69 points, Xavier's defense held their opponent to just 4 made threes on 18 attempts, a 22% shooting performance from beyond the arc. The Musketeers also sent them to the line 25 times, where they converted 15 free throws, shooting 60%.</p> <p>Inside the arc, Xavier allowed 21 two-point baskets on 38 attempts, with their opponent shooting 55% on twos. The Musketeers also gave up 11 offensive rebounds in the game.</p>

St. John's Red Storm vs Xavier Musketeers NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 1/7/25

<p>The Lakers and Red Flash are set to face off at 7:00 ET on NEC. The Red Flash will host the game at DeGol Arena in Loretto, PA. The over/under line for this matchup is currently at 137.5 points, and Saint Francis U is favored by -2.5 to win at home against Mercyhurst.</p><h3>MERCYHURST LAKERS VS SAINT FRANCIS U RED FLASH BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Saint Francis U Red Flash -2.5</p><p>This game will be played at DeGol Arena at 7:00 ET on Friday, January 10th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE SAINT FRANCIS U RED FLASH:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 90-61 in favor of the Red Flash.</li><li>Not only will Saint Francis U pick up the win, but look for them to cover at -2.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 137.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 151 points.</li></ul><h3>Will Mercyhurst Pull Through as the Underdog Road Team?</h3><p>Mercyhurst dropped to 4-10 on the season after a 62-50 loss to Central Connecticut State on Sunday. The Lakers, who were +8.5 underdogs, failed to cover the spread at home. The game’s total points of 112 fell short of the 129.5 O/U line.</p> <p>Mercyhurst led 29-28 at halftime but managed just 21 points in the second half while allowing 34. The Lakers’ inability to maintain their first-half momentum contributed to their latest loss.</p><p>Mercyhurst's offense struggled in their last game, putting up just 50 points on 34.5% shooting from the field. They hit only 26.1% of their three-point attempts, going 6-for-23 from deep, and their effective field goal percentage was 40%.</p> <p>Abdul Momoh was a bright spot, scoring 17 points on 8-of-11 shooting and grabbing 10 rebounds in 24 minutes. Aidan Reichert added 15 points, hitting 1-of-2 from three, while Jordan Jones chipped in 12 points despite missing both of his three-point attempts.</p><p>Mercyhurst's defense held their opponent to 62 points, allowing them to shoot just 34% from the field, with 19 made baskets on 55 attempts. Inside the arc, the Lakers gave up 13 two-point field goals on 32 attempts, a 40% shooting rate.</p> <p>From three-point range, Mercyhurst's defense limited their opponent to 6 made threes on 23 attempts, a 26% success rate. They also sent them to the free-throw line 10 times, where they made 6, shooting 60%. The Lakers gave up 9 offensive rebounds.</p><h3>Can the Red Flash Hold Strong at Home?</h3><h3>Saint Francis U Red Flash Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>The Red Flash fell to 2-11 on the season after a 64-60 home loss to Stonehill on Sunday. Saint Francis U entered the game as +1 underdogs and failed to cover the spread. The combined score of 124 points fell short of the 140.5 O/U line.</p> 

<p>Saint Francis U led 33-20 at halftime but struggled in the 2nd half, scoring just 27 points while allowing Stonehill to put up 44 points.</p><p>Saint Francis U struggled offensively in their last game, shooting just 36.8% from the field and 28.6% from three-point range. Their effective field goal percentage was 42.1%, and they managed 11 offensive rebounds and 10 assists as a team.</p> <p>Riley Parker and Bobby Rosenberger III each scored 19 points, with Parker hitting 3 of 6 from deep. Hermann Koffi also connected on 3 threes, shooting 50% from beyond the arc and finishing with 17 points. Louie Semona had a tough shooting night, hitting just 2 of 11 threes, while Todd Brogna contributed 13 rebounds.</p><p>Saint Francis U's defense held their opponent to 64 points on 36% shooting from the field. They limited two-point attempts to 41% with 15 made shots out of 36.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, the Red Flash allowed 6 threes on 21 attempts, a 28% shooting rate. Their opponent also went 12/14 from the free-throw line, hitting 85% of their foul shots. Saint Francis U gave up 11 offensive rebounds.</p>

<p>Making on a bet on this NBA game featuring the 76ers versus the Bulls? Tip off is at at 8:00 ET, and you can watch it all unfold on NBCS. The game will be played at United Center in Chicago, IL. The odds for this Eastern conference game currently have the Bulls as the betting favorite with the over/under line sitting at 223.5 points.</p><h3>PHILADELPHIA 76ERS VS CHICAGO BULLS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Philadelphia 76ers +1.5</p><p>This game will be played at United Center at 8:00 ET on Saturday, December 30th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE PHILADELPHIA 76ERS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 112-110 in favor of the 76ers.</li><li>Our projections have Tyrese Maxey finishing with Tyrese Maxey points, 3 rebounds and 7 assists.</li><li>From the field, we have the 76ers finishing with a field goal percentage of 48.8% and knocking down 14 threes.</li></ul><h3>Can Philadelphia Secure a Road Victory?</h3><p>As the 76ers get set to take on the Bulls, they are the slight 1.5-point underdogs. Philadelphia is currently 3rd in the Eastern Conference and 2nd in the Atlantic Division at 22-9.</p>

<p>So far, the 76ers have been slightly better on the road compared to home. Philadelphia's road record for the season is 10-5, and they have put together two straight wins on the road.</p>

<p>Against the spread, the 76ers have covered two in a row and have an overall record of 23-8. When playing on the road, they have been the betting favorite in 15 of their 19 games and have gone 11-4 against the spread in those games. Overall, they are just 2-5 ATS as the underdog this season.</p>

<p>The over/under record in Philadelphia's games is currently 20-11, and 22 of their games have had higher over/under lines than today's line of 223.5. The 76ers have gone 15-7 OU in those games, including combining for 258 points with the Rockets in their last game.</p><p>In their most recent game, the 76ers put up 131 points against the Rockets. Overall, they shot 52.3% from the field and knocked down 12 three-pointers. Joel Embiid is the team's leading scorer, averaging 35 points per game, while Tyrese Maxey is adding 26.3 PPG.</p><p>So far, the 76ers' defense is ranked 6th in the league at 111.1 points per contest. When it comes to defending inside the arc, the 76ers squad is permitting opposing teams to shoot at a clip of 53.3% inside the arc, and they're also giving up 34.5% from downtown.</p><h3>Can the Bulls Grab a Win at Home?</h3><p>In the midst of the Eastern Conference standings, the Bulls will look to pick up a win as 1.5-point favorites over the 76ers. So far, Chicago is 14-19 and in 10th place in the East.</p>

<p>When playing at home, the Bulls have put together an average scoring margin of +.6 points per contest compared to -6.9 on the road. For the season, they are just 10-9 at home.</p>

<p>Against the spread, Chicago is sitting just below .500 at 17-16. When playing at home, they have a 10-9 ATS record for the season.</p>

<p>The over/under record in Chicago's games is currently 17-15-1, and the under has been the correct bet in four straight games. Today's line of 223.5 is slightly higher than their average over/under line of 221.6. So far, 22 of their games have had lower over/under lines than 223.5.</p><p>At home this year, the Bulls are putting up 109.9 points per game, which is 27th in the NBA. Overall, they are 27th in the league with an average of 110 points per game. In their last game vs. the Pacers, Patrick Williams led the Bulls with 22 points, while DeMar DeRozan added 21 points.</p><p>On defense, the Bulls come into the game ranked 10th in the league in points allowed at 112.6 per game. Over their last three games, the team is allowing 114 points per contest (1st). Opponents are hitting 55.7% of their two-point field goal attempts this season, and they're also connecting on 36.9% of their three-point attempts.</p>

Philadelphia 76ers vs Chicago Bulls Betting Pick & Prediction 12/30/23

<p>Don't miss out on the NHL showdown between the Sharks and Hockey Club. The game is starting at 9:00 ET on NBCS, and it's hosted by the Hockey Club at Delta Center in Salt Lake City, UT. Get ready to place your bets! The over/under for this game is set at 6 goals, and the Hockey Club are the -1.5 goal favorites against the Sharks in a Western conference matchup.</p><h3>SAN JOSE SHARKS VS UTAH HOCKEY CLUB BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Utah Hockey Club -1.5</p><p>This game will be played at Delta Center at 9:00 ET on Friday, January 10th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE UTAH HOCKEY CLUB:</h3><ul><li>Even though they are considered 1.5-goal underdogs, our projection points to a 3-2 win for the Sharks.</li><li>We like the Sharks on the moneyline (+197)</li><li>The Sharks are also our pick on the spread at +1.5</li></ul><h3>Do the Sharks Have a Shot at a Road Win?</h3><p>San Jose fell to 13-24-6 after a 3-2 loss to the Canucks. The Sharks led 1-0 before Vancouver tied it up, and the Canucks scored the game-winner with just 26 seconds left in regulation.</p> 

<p>The total was set at 6.5 goals, but the combined 5 goals fell short. The Sharks, as underdogs on the puck line, failed to cover. San Jose scored their first goal at 2:37 into the second period.</p><p>In their recent matchup against Vancouver, the Sharks took 23 shots on goal but only found the net twice. Nico Sturm opened the scoring with his second goal of the season, while Mikael Granlund added his sixth goal in the third period.</p> <p>San Jose recorded 16 giveaways and failed to convert on any power play opportunities. William Eklund picked up his seventh assist of the season, and Tyler Toffoli added his fifth assist on Granlund’s goal.</p><p>Defensively, the Sharks will be looking to bounce back after giving up a late goal with just 26 seconds left in the 3rd period, leading to a 3-2 loss against the Canucks. Mackenzie Blackwood made 25 saves with a save percentage of 89.3%. San Jose's defense also tallied 6 takeaways, 21 hits, and 22 blocks.</p><h3>Can Utah Grab a Win at Home?</h3><p>Utah Hockey Club fell to 17-16-7 after a 4-3 loss to the Golden Knights. Utah led 2-0 at one point, but Vegas scored four unanswered goals to secure the win. The total for the game was set at 6.5 goals, and the combined 7 goals surpassed that mark. Utah, as the underdog on the puck line, failed to cover.</p> 

<p>Three different players scored for Utah in the game. Logan Cooley opened the scoring at 11:52 in the first period, and Ian Cole added another goal at 12:00 in the second period. However, the Golden Knights responded with four consecutive goals to take the win.</p><p>Utah Hockey Club netted 3 goals on 19 shots in their 4-3 loss to the Golden Knights. Logan Cooley scored his second goal of the season, while Ian Cole added his first. Alexander Kerfoot, with his second goal of the year, tied the game 3-3 in the third period.</p> <p>Cooley also notched his 8th assist on Cole's goal. Nick Bjugstad contributed two assists, bringing his total to 2 for the season. Utah had 13 giveaways in the game.</p><p>Utah's defense struggled late, giving up the tying goal at the end of the 2nd period and the go-ahead goal at 5:37 in the 3rd. After tying it up at 3-3, they allowed the game-winner 2:15 into overtime. Connor Ingram made 31 saves with a save percentage of 88.6%.</p>

<p>At 7:00 ET, the Pacers will host the Warriors in a non-conference matchup. Indiana is currently favored by 7.5 points and has won four straight games. The over/under line is set at 224.</p>

<p>Golden State is 19-18 on the season and sits 9th in the Western Conference. Indiana is 20-18 and 7th in the East. The game will be played at Gainbridge Fieldhouse in Indianapolis and can be seen on NBCS.</p><h3>GOLDEN STATE WARRIORS VS INDIANA PACERS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Indiana Pacers -7.5</p><p>This game will be played at Gainbridge Fieldhouse at 7:00 ET on Friday, January 10th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE INDIANA PACERS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 126-97 in favor of the Pacers.</li><li>Our projections have Pascal Siakam finishing with 20 points, 7 rebounds and 3 assists.</li><li>From the field, we have the Pacers finishing with a field goal percentage of 49.5% and knocking down 14 threes.</li></ul><h3>Can the Warriors Lock in a Win at Indianapolis?</h3><p>The Warriors improved to 19-18 this season with a 107-104 win over the Pistons on Thursday. Golden State, favored by 2.5 points, covered the spread with the win. The game’s total score of 211 points fell short of the 221.5-point over/under line.</p> <p>Golden State took control with an 11-0 run, turning a 45-35 deficit into a 46-45 lead. They outscored Detroit 32-24 in the 2nd quarter and entered the 4th quarter up 82-74. Despite being outscored 30-25 in the final period, the Warriors held on for the win.</p><p>Buddy Hield led the Warriors with 19 points and 5 threes in their win over the Pistons, shooting 45.5% from deep. Stephen Curry added 17 points despite hitting just 2 threes at 14.3% efficiency. Trayce Jackson-Davis contributed 14 points on 77.8% shooting, and Dennis Schröder and Gui Santos each chipped in 13 points.</p> <p>Golden State connected on 15 threes, shooting 32.6% from beyond the arc, and finished with a field goal percentage of 46.1%. Hield scored 8 points in the 3rd quarter, while Curry added 8 in the 4th. Trayce Jackson-Davis also had 8 points in the 1st quarter.</p><p>Defensively, the Warriors held the Pistons to 104 points on Thursday, giving up 23 points in the 1st quarter and 24 in the 2nd. Detroit scored 27 in the 3rd and 30 in the 4th, but Golden State still came away with the win.</p> <p>The Pistons shot 45% from the field, including 35% from three-point range, where they made 14 threes. Detroit also went 12/16 from the free-throw line. The Warriors finished with 34 defensive rebounds, allowing 7 offensive boards, while also recording 9 steals and 7 blocks.</p><h3>Will Indiana Secure A Victory as Home Favorites?</h3><p>The Pacers improved to 20-18 on the season with a 129-113 win over the Bulls on Wednesday. Playing at home, Indiana entered the game as 5-point favorites and covered the spread with the 16-point win. The combined score of 242 points fell just short of the 245.5-point total.</p> <p>Indiana took control early, going on a 15-0 run to extend their lead from 23-18 to 38-18. They led 100-76 going into the 4th quarter, allowing the Bulls to outscore them 37-29 in the final period.</p><p>Pascal Siakam led the Pacers with 26 points in their win over the Bulls, shooting 64.7% from the field and hitting 3 threes at 42.9%. Thomas Bryant added 22 points, and Tyrese Haliburton contributed 16 points and 13 assists, shooting 66.7% from beyond the arc.</p> <p>Indiana shot 52% from the field, with a below-average 34.5% from three, making just 10 threes. Haliburton scored 11 points in the 3rd quarter, while Andrew Nembhard added 9 of his 14 points in the 4th.</p><p>Defensively, the Pacers were strong in the 1st quarter, holding the Bulls to just 18 points, and they gave up 26 in the 2nd. However, they struggled in the 3rd and 4th quarters, allowing 32 and 37 points, respectively, but still managed to secure the win.</p> <p>Indiana allowed Chicago to shoot 51% from the field but limited their three-point damage, with the Bulls hitting 12 threes at a 34% clip. The Pacers sent Chicago to the line 19 times, where they made 13 free throws. Indiana also recorded 11 steals in the game.</p>

Golden State Warriors vs Indiana Pacers Betting Pick & Prediction 1/10/25

<p>Looking to win big? The Blackhawks and Red Wings face off at 7:00 ET on NHLN. The Red Wings are hosting the game at Little Caesars Arena in Detroit, MI. The over/under for this non-conference contest is set at 6 goals, with the Red Wings being the favored by -1.5 goals against the Blackhawks.</p><h3>CHICAGO BLACKHAWKS VS DETROIT RED WINGS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Detroit Red Wings -1.5</p><p>This game will be played at Little Caesars Arena at 7:00 ET on Friday, January 10th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE DETROIT RED WINGS:</h3><ul><li>Looking at our projections, the Red Wings are expected to take down the Blackhawks by a score of 4-2.</li><li>Take the Red Wings on the moneyline</li><li>The Red Wings should also cover at -1.5</li></ul><h3>Do the Blackhawks Stand a Chance in Detroit?</h3><p>With a 4-2 win over the Ducks, the Blackhawks improved to 14-25-2. As underdogs on the puck line, Chicago covered, and the total of 6 goals fell short of the 6.5 line.</p> 

<p>Four different Blackhawks scored in the game, and they held the Ducks scoreless until the third period. Chicago’s defense faced 39 shots, allowing goals at 10:16 and 19:56 in the final period.</p><p>Chicago’s offense found the net four times in their 4-2 win over Anaheim, with four different players scoring. Ryan Donato picked up his 7th goal of the season, while Seth Jones added his 2nd. Isaak Phillips got things started for the Blackhawks, scoring his 1st goal of the year, and Teuvo Teravainen followed with his 4th.</p> <p>The Blackhawks fired 29 shots on goal and recorded two power-play goals. Connor Bedard contributed with two assists, bringing his season total to 9. Chicago had 12 giveaways in the game.</p><p>On the defensive side, Arvid Söderblom made 38 saves with a 95% save percentage, helping the Blackhawks to a 4-2 win over the Ducks. The defense also contributed 6 takeaways and 5 hits. Both goals allowed came in the 3rd period, including one at 19:56.</p><h3>Can The Red Wings Secure a Home Victory?</h3><p>With a 2-1 victory over the Sabres, the Red Wings evened their record at 18-18-4. Detroit was favored on the puck line and the total was set at 6.5 goals, but the combined 3 goals fell short of that mark.</p> 

<p>After trailing 1-0 in the first period, the Red Wings responded with two goals in the second, both from Dylan Larkin. Detroit’s goals also came on the power play, while the Sabres’ lone goal was short-handed.</p><p>Dylan Larkin was the lone scorer for the Red Wings in their 2-1 win over Buffalo, netting both of his goals on power plays. Larkin now has six and seven goals on the season. His first goal came at the 12:11 mark in the second period, followed by his second at 5:22.</p> <p>Detroit took 23 shots on goal and recorded 15 giveaways. Patrick Kane picked up his sixth assist on Larkin's first goal, while Alex DeBrincat earned his fourth assist and Lucas Raymond notched his 10th on Larkin's second tally.</p><p>Defensively, Detroit will look to carry over their strong play from their last game, where they gave up just one goal to Buffalo. Cam Talbot finished with 31 saves and a 96.9% save percentage. The Red Wings’ defense also recorded 4 takeaways, 11 hits, and 16 blocks.</p>

<p>The Bears and Retrievers are set to face off at 12:00 ET on ESPN+. The Retrievers will host the game at Chesapeake Employers Insurance Arena in Baltimore, MD. The over/under line for this matchup is currently at 160 points, and UMBC is favored by -6 at home against Morgan State.</p><h3>MORGAN STATE BEARS VS UMBC RETRIEVERS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: UMBC Retrievers -6</p><p>This game will be played at Chesapeake Employers Insurance Arena at 12:00 ET on Wednesday, November 27th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE UMBC RETRIEVERS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 80-67 in favor of the Retrievers.</li><li>Not only will UMBC pick up the win, but look for them to cover at -6.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 160 points, and we like the under with a projected 147 points.</li></ul><h3>Does Morgan State Have What it Takes to Win as Road Underdogs?</h3><h3>Morgan State Bears Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>On Sunday, November 24th, the Bears faced off against the Towson Tigers at home. Despite entering the game as +10 point underdogs, Morgan State managed to keep things close, losing 64-60.</p> 

<p>After trailing 35-26 at halftime, the Bears outscored Towson 34-29 in the second half. The total points for the game were 124, falling short of the 143.5 O/U line.</p><p>Morgan State struggled offensively in their last game, shooting just 39.6% from the field and 16.7% from beyond the arc, hitting only 2 of 12 three-point attempts. Their effective field goal percentage was 41.5%, and they managed just 6 offensive rebounds and 9 assists as a team.</p> <p>Nendah Tarke led the Bears with 24 points and 7 rebounds, shooting 46.7% overall and 33.3% from three-point range. Wynston Tabbs added 19 points, shooting 50% from the field, while Kameron Hobbs contributed 13 points, hitting 2 of 5 from deep.</p><p>Despite a strong defensive effort, Morgan State couldn't hold their opponent under 64 points. They allowed 39% shooting from the field, with 19 of those baskets coming from two-point range, where their opponent shot 46%.</p> <p>The Bears did well in limiting three-point damage, as their opponent hit just 2 of 12 attempts, shooting 16% from beyond the arc. Morgan State also sent them to the free-throw line 23 times, where they converted 16 for 69%. The Bears gave up 6 offensive rebounds in the game.</p><h3>Will the Retrievers Find a Way to Win at Home?</h3><p>UMBC picked up a 95-77 win over Howard on Monday, November 25th. The Retrievers were +2.5 point underdogs heading into the game, but they not only won, they also covered the spread.</p> <p>UMBC led 42-39 at halftime and took control in the 2nd half, outscoring Howard 53-38. The game’s total points hit 172, surpassing the O/U line of 154.5.</p><p>UMBC's offense was firing on all cylinders, putting up 95 points with a 60.3% field goal percentage and a 70.7% effective field goal percentage. They connected on 50% of their threes, hitting 12 of 24 attempts, and shot 67.6% from inside the arc.</p> <p>Bryce Johnson led the way with 28 points, shooting 66.7% from the field and 57.1% from three. Anthony Valentine was nearly perfect, hitting 6 of 7 shots and dishing out 7 assists, while Marcus Dockery and Johnson both hit 4 threes.</p><p>UMBC’s defense struggled in their last game, giving up 77 points on 60% shooting from the field. The Retrievers allowed their opponents to hit 35 of 58 shots.</p> <p>Inside the arc, UMBC’s defense gave up 67% shooting, with their opponents making 23 of 34 two-point attempts. From three-point range, they allowed 12 threes on 24 attempts, a 50% success rate.</p>

Morgan State Bears vs UMBC Retrievers NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 11/27/24

<p>Betting on today's Canucks and Hurricanes game? Catch the action at Lenovo Center in Raleigh, NC, as the Hurricanes hosts this showdown at 7:00 ET on ESPN+. The odds for this non-conference game currently have the Hurricanes as the -1.5 favorite, with the over/under line sitting at 6 goals.</p><h3>VANCOUVER CANUCKS VS CAROLINA HURRICANES BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Carolina Hurricanes -1.5</p><p>This game will be played at Lenovo Center at 7:00 ET on Friday, January 10th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE CAROLINA HURRICANES:</h3><ul><li>With a 1.5-goal advantage on the spread, our projections favor the Hurricanes to secure a 4-3 victory.</li><li>Take the Hurricanes on the moneyline</li><li>On the spread, we like Canucks (+1.5)</li></ul><h3>Can the Canucks Pull Off a Road Win?</h3><p>Vancouver improved to 18-13-10 with a 3-2 road win over the Sharks. The Canucks were favored on the puck line, but failed to cover. The total was set at 6.5 goals, and the combined score of 5 fell short of that mark.</p> 

<p>After falling behind 1-0 in the second period, the Canucks tied it up with a goal from Pius Suter. Jake DeBrusk gave Vancouver the lead in the third, but the Sharks responded to make it 2-2. Suter scored again with just 26 seconds left to secure the win.</p><p>Pius Suter found the net twice for the Canucks in their 3-2 win over the Sharks, bringing his season total to four goals. Suter scored at 5:19 in the second period and sealed the game with a goal at 19:34 in the third. Jake DeBrusk added his first goal of the season at 4:22 in the third period.</p> <p>Vancouver took 27 shots on goal but also had 25 giveaways. The Canucks were held scoreless in the first period before Suter got them on the board in the second.</p><p>Defensively, the Canucks will look to tighten things up after allowing the first goal 2:37 into the second period and the game-tying goal with 1:17 left in the third. Kevin Lankinen made 21 saves with a 91.3% save percentage, and the Canucks' defense added 5 takeaways and 24 hits.</p><h3>Can The Hurricanes Secure a Home Victory?</h3><p>With a 4-2 win over the Capitals, the Hurricanes improved to 25-15-2. Carolina covered the puck line as -1.5 goal favorites, and the total of 6 goals matched the pre-game line.</p> 

<p>Carolina scored the first goal, but the Capitals responded with two goals in the first period. The Hurricanes then scored three unanswered goals, including an empty-netter, to secure the win.</p><p>Dmitry Orlov led the way for the Hurricanes with two goals on three shots in their 4-2 win over the Capitals. Orlov’s second goal came at 14:34 in the second period. Martin Necas added his 6th goal of the season and picked up two assists, giving him 12 on the year. Andrei Svechnikov closed out the scoring with his 6th goal on an empty net, just 9 seconds before the final horn.</p> <p>Carolina fired 45 shots on goal but went scoreless on the power play. The Hurricanes scored once in the first period, added two more in the second, and finished with an empty-netter in the third. They had 14 giveaways in the game.</p><p>After giving up two late goals in the first period, Carolina's defense tightened up, shutting out the Capitals in the second and third periods. Pyotr Kochetkov made 19 saves with a 90.5% save percentage, while the defense added 7 takeaways and 10 hits.</p>

<p>Don't miss out on the NCAA showdown between the Golden Flashes and Bulls. The game is starting at 6:00 ET on CBSS, and it's hosted by the Bulls at Alumni Arena in Buffalo, NY. Get ready to place your bets! Kent State is favored by -10.5 in this Mid-American conference contest against Buffalo. The game's over/under currently sits at 143.5 points.</p><h3>KENT STATE GOLDEN FLASHES VS BUFFALO BULLS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Buffalo Bulls +10.5</p><p>This game will be played at Alumni Arena at 6:00 ET on Friday, January 10th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE BUFFALO BULLS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 77-69 in favor of the Bulls.</li><li>Not only will Buffalo pick up the win, but look for them to cover at +10.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 143.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 146 points.</li></ul><h3>Can the Golden Flashes Lock in a Road Win?</h3><h3>Kent State Golden Flashes Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Kent State improved to 8-4 on the season with a 68-50 road win over Northern Illinois on Tuesday. The Golden Flashes, who were favored by 12.5 points, covered the spread in the victory.</p> 

<p>After taking a 35-21 lead into halftime, Kent State scored 33 points in the 2nd half while allowing 29. The game’s total points ended at 118, well under the 139.5-point O/U line.</p><p>Kent State's offense put up 68 points in their last game, shooting 46.8% from the field. Their two-point shooting was strong at 57.8%, but they struggled from beyond the arc, hitting just 3 of 17 attempts for 17.6%. At the free-throw line, they connected on only 53.8% of their shots.</p> <p>VonCameron Davis led the way with 31 points and 10 rebounds, shooting 50% from the field, though he made just 1 of 6 from three-point range. James Dent Jr. added 21 points, hitting 3 of 10 from deep and finishing with 3 rebounds and 1 assist.</p><p>Kent State's defense was stellar, holding their opponent to just 50 points on 30% shooting from the field. They were particularly effective inside, where they limited the opposition to 34% shooting on two-point attempts (11/32).</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Kent State's defense allowed only 7 threes on 27 attempts, a 25% shooting performance. They also sent their opponent to the free-throw line 15 times, where they made just 7, shooting 46%.</p><h3>Can the Bulls Hold Strong at Home?</h3><p>Buffalo dropped to 3-9 on the season after an 88-79 loss to Ohio on Tuesday. The Bulls were +11.5 point underdogs at home but managed to cover the spread.</p> <p>Buffalo trailed 37-20 at halftime but came alive in the 2nd half, scoring 59 points while allowing 51. The total points for the game reached 167, surpassing the O/U line of 153.5.</p><p>Buffalo's offense put up 79 points in their last game, shooting 42.6% from the field. They struggled from beyond the arc, hitting just 25.9% of their threes, but connected on 53.7% of their two-point attempts. Their effective field goal percentage was 47.1%, and they shot 63.6% from the free-throw line.</p> <p>AJ Clayton led the way with 27 points and 7 rebounds, hitting 4 of 8 threes. Tyson Dunn added 21 points, making 5 of 9 from deep and dishing out 8 assists. Aidan Hadaway contributed 17 points and 16 rebounds, shooting 70% from the field.</p><p>Even though the Bulls gave up 88 points, they held their opponent to just 25% from beyond the arc, with only 7 threes made on 27 attempts. However, they struggled to contain the inside game, allowing 53% shooting on two-point attempts, as their opponent hit 22 of 41 shots.</p> <p>Buffalo sent their opponent to the free-throw line 22 times, where they converted 14 attempts for 63%. The Bulls also allowed 11 offensive rebounds, giving their opponent extra chances to score.</p>

<p>At 8:00 ET, the Chicago Bulls (-637) will host the Washington Wizards (+458) in an Eastern Conference matchup. The Bulls are favored by 11.5 points and the over/under line is set at 241.5.</p>

<p>Chicago (17-20) is currently 10th in the Eastern Conference and 5th in the Central Division. Meanwhile, Washington (6-29) is 15th in the East and 5th in the Southeast Division. The Wizards have lost four straight games.</p><h3>WASHINGTON WIZARDS VS CHICAGO BULLS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Washington Wizards +11.5</p><p>This game will be played at United Center at 8:00 ET on Friday, January 10th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE WASHINGTON WIZARDS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 124-123 in favor of the Wizards.</li><li>Our projections have Jordan Poole finishing with 19 points, 3 rebounds and 5 assists.</li><li>From the field, we have the Wizards finishing with a field goal percentage of 44.8% and knocking down 14 threes.</li></ul><h3>Can Washington Lock in a Road Win?</h3><p>The Wizards fell to 6-29 on the season after a 109-103 loss to the 76ers on Wednesday. Washington, who entered the game as +10.5 point underdogs, managed to cover the spread. The total points for the game were 212, falling short of the 222-point line.</p> <p>Philadelphia went on a 10-0 run early, stretching their lead from 15-10 to 25-10. The Wizards trailed 88-74 going into the 4th quarter but fought back, outscoring the 76ers 29-21 in the final period.</p><p>Jared Butler led the Wizards with 26 points and 7 assists in their loss to the 76ers, shooting 57.9% from the field and hitting all 3 of his three-point attempts. Corey Kispert added 23 points, connecting on 4 threes at 50% efficiency, while Kyle Kuzma contributed 16 points despite shooting just 36.8% from the floor.</p> <p>As a team, the Wizards made 13 threes, shooting 43.3% from beyond the arc, though their overall field goal percentage was 44.7%. Butler scored 8 points in the 1st, 2nd, and 4th quarters, while Kispert added 10 points in the final period. Jonas Valančiūnas also chipped in 10 of his 14 points in the 3rd quarter.</p><p>Defensively, the Wizards gave up 109 points to the 76ers, including 32 in the 1st quarter. They tightened up in the 4th, allowing just 21 points. Overall, Washington held Philadelphia to 45% shooting.</p> <p>The Wizards allowed 15 threes on 34% shooting. They sent the 76ers to the line 19 times, where they hit 14 free throws. Washington had 33 defensive rebounds, gave up 10 offensive boards, and recorded 3 steals and 6 blocks.</p><h3>Can the Bulls Hold Strong at Home?</h3><p>The Bulls fell to 17-20 on the season after a 129-113 road loss to the Pacers on Wednesday. Chicago, who entered the game as +5 point underdogs, couldn’t cover the spread. The total score of 242 points came in just under the 245.5-point line.</p> <p>Indiana’s 15-0 run early on put Chicago in a deep hole, as the Pacers extended their lead from 23-18 to 38-18. The Bulls were down 100-76 going into the 4th quarter, and while they outscored Indiana 37-29 in the final period, it was too late to mount a comeback.</p><p>Zach LaVine led the Bulls with 31 points and 4 assists in their 129-113 loss to the Pacers, shooting 60% from the field. Coby White added 19 points and 5 assists, hitting 3 threes despite shooting just 30% from deep.</p> <p>The Bulls connected on 12 threes as a team, shooting 34.3% from beyond the arc, while finishing with an overall field goal percentage of 51.2%. Jalen Smith was perfect from the field, making 2 threes and scoring 8 of his 13 points in the 4th quarter.</p><p>Defensively, the Bulls struggled on Wednesday, giving up 129 points to the Pacers, who shot 52% from the field. Chicago allowed 34 points in the 2nd quarter and 37 in the 3rd, contributing to the loss.</p> <p>Chicago did well defending the three, holding Indiana to 10 made threes on 34% shooting. The Bulls also sent the Pacers to the line 24 times, where they hit 15 free throws. Chicago finished with 6 steals and 6 blocks.</p>

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<p>The 2021-22 NHL season goes on Friday, February 25, so we are taking a closer look at the Central Division showdown from Ball Arena in Denver, Colorado, to get you the best Jets vs. Avalanche betting pick and odds.&nbsp;</p>



<p>Winnipeg faces off against Colorado for the second time this term. The Avalanche trounced the Jets 7-1 as -240 home favorites on January 6. This time around, the Avs are heavy -270 moneyline favorites on <a href="https://www.bangthebook.com/sportsbooks/betonline/">BetOnline Sportsbook</a>, while the totals sit at 6.5 goals.</p>



<h2>The Jets hope to snap their three-game skid    </h2>



<p>The Winnipeg Jets (22-20-9) are coming off a tough 3-2 overtime loss at the Dallas Stars this past Wednesday. The Jets blew a one-goal lead twice and got outshot 39-22, recording their third consecutive defeat and 12<sup>th</sup> in their previous 17 outings at any location.</p>



<p>Connor Hellebuyck patrolled the crease at Dallas, and the 28-year-old goalie enjoyed a big night. Hellebuyck posted 36 stops but couldn’t stop the Jets’ slide. He’s now 17-18-8 with a 2.80 GAA and .914 save percentage on the season.</p>



<p>Winnipeg allows 2.92 goals per game (tied-16<sup>th</sup> in the NHL). The Jets own the seventh-worst penalty-killing percentage in the league (76.0%). On the other side of the ice, they score 2.86 goals per contest (21<sup>st</sup>) on an 8.8 shooting percentage (24<sup>th</sup>).</p>



<h2>The Avs eye their second straight W         </h2>



<p>The Colorado Avalanche (37-10-4) bounced back from a heavy 5-1 defeat at the Boston Bruins, hammering the Detroit Red Wings 5-2 as -250 road favorites on February 23. It was their third victory in the last four outings, and the Avs wrapped up their four-game road trip in style.</p>



<p>Pavel Francouz guarded the cage in Michigan and posted 32 saves, while winger Gabriel Landeskog scored a couple of goals. Francouz improved to 8-2-0 on the season, but we’re expecting Darcy Kuemper to return to the starting lineup Friday against the Jets. Kuemper is 25-6-2 with a 2.47 GAA and .919 save percentage in 2021-22.</p>



<p>The Avalanche surrender 2.82 goals per game (13<sup>th</sup> in the NHL), recording the tenth-worst penalty-killing percentage in the league (77.0%). They boast the second-highest scoring offense, averaging 3.94 goals per contest.</p>



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



<p><strong>Winnipeg:</strong></p>



<ul><li>5-12 in the last 17 games overall</li><li>2-8 in the last ten games on the road&nbsp;</li></ul>



<p><strong>Colorado:</strong></p>



<ul><li>15-3 in the last 18 games overall&nbsp;</li><li>5-1 in the last six games against Winnipeg&nbsp;&nbsp;</li></ul>



<h2 id="h-winnipeg-jets-vs-colorado-avalanche-pick">Winnipeg Jets vs. Colorado Avalanche Pick</h2>



<p>The Avs destroyed the Jets in their first meeting of the season. They took a whopping 42 shots, tallying seven unanswered goals. Gabriel Landeskog scored three goals, while Nathan MacKinnon had four assists.</p>



<p>The Jets will be fired up to get revenge. Connor Hellebuyck is a top-notch goalie, but slowing down the Avs’ prolific offense will be a tall task. On the other side, Darcy Kuemper is enjoying a great season, and the Jets’ offense should struggle to keep pace with Colorado.</p>



<p><strong>Pick: Take Colorado Avalanche&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;</strong></p>



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



<p>The under is 10-4-1 in the Avs’ last 15 games and 7-4 in the Jets’ previous 11. On the other hand, six of the last nine encounters between Winnipeg and Colorado have gone over the total.</p>



<p>The totals are a tricky wager in this matchup. Neither team defends well with a man down. The Avs lead the NHL in power-play opportunities (184), while the Jets rank third in the league (162). On the flip side, both Hellebuyck and Kuemper are terrific goaltenders, capable of dominating the game on a good day.</p>



<p>Kuemper has allowed eight goals in his last two outings, but seven of his previous ten starts have produced five or fewer goals in total. Hellebuyck hasn’t allowed more than three goals in six straight starts.</p>



<p><strong>Pick: Go under&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;</strong></p>

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<p>The Sharks and Skyhawks are set to face off at 7:00 ET on NEC. The Skyhawks will host the game at Merkert Gymnasium in South Easton, MA. The odds for this Northeast conference game currently have Stonehill as the -4.5 point favorite with the over/under line sitting at 134.5 points.</p><h3>LIU SHARKS VS STONEHILL SKYHAWKS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: LIU Sharks +4.5</p><p>This game will be played at Merkert Gymnasium at 7:00 ET on Friday, January 10th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE LIU SHARKS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 84-67 in favor of the Sharks.</li><li>Not only will LIU pick up the win, but look for them to cover at +4.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 134.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 151 points.</li></ul><h3>Will the Sharks Secure A Victory as Road Underdogs?</h3><p>LIU improved to 4-11 on the season with a 53-39 win over Chicago State on Sunday. The Sharks, who were -7.5 favorites, covered the spread in the victory.</p> <p>After trailing 25-22 at halftime, LIU clamped down defensively, allowing just 14 points in the second half while scoring 31. The game’s total points of 92 fell well below the O/U line of 138.5.</p><p>In their latest outing, the LIU Sharks put up just 53 points, shooting 38% from the field. Their effective field goal percentage was 40%, with a rough 18.8% from beyond the arc, hitting only 3 of 16 attempts.</p> <p>Jamal Fuller led the way with 16 points and 7 rebounds, shooting 62.5% overall and 50% from three. Malachi Davis added 12 points, despite shooting 35.3% and missing all 3 of his three-point attempts.</p><p>LIU's defense was on point, holding their opponents to just 39 points on 38% shooting from the field. They limited two-point opportunities, with the other team shooting 47% (16/34) inside the arc.</p> <p>From three-point range, LIU's defense was even more effective, allowing just 3 made threes on 16 attempts (18%). They also sent their opponents to the free-throw line 17 times, where they converted 12 (70%).</p><h3>Can the Skyhawks Grab a Win at Home?</h3><h3>Stonehill Skyhawks Recent Game/Games</h3> <p>Stonehill improved to 7-8 on the season with a 64-60 win over Saint Francis U on Sunday. The Skyhawks, who were -1 favorites, covered the spread. The game’s total points of 124 fell short of the 140.5 O/U line.</p> <p>Stonehill’s defense was key, as they held the Red Flash to just 27 points in the 2nd half while scoring 44 points themselves after trailing 33-20 at halftime.</p><p>Stonehill's offense put up 64 points in their last game, shooting 39.3% from the field and 30.6% from beyond the arc, with 11 threes on 36 attempts. Their effective field goal percentage was 49.2%, and they hit 52% of their two-point shots. At the free-throw line, they connected on 5 of 8 attempts, shooting 62.5%.</p> <p>The Skyhawks grabbed 15 offensive rebounds and dished out 14 assists. Riley Parker and Bobby Rosenberger III each scored 19 points, with Parker hitting 3 of 6 from deep and Rosenberger struggling at 1 for 5. Hermann Koffi added 17 points, shooting 4 of 8 from three-point range.</p><p>Stonehill's defense was solid, holding their opponent to just 60 points on 36% shooting from the field. They limited two-point opportunities, with the opposition making only 15 of 36 attempts, a 41% success rate.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Stonehill's defense allowed 6 threes on 21 attempts, a 28% shooting performance. They also sent their opponent to the line 14 times, where they converted 12 free throws, an 85% rate. Stonehill gave up 11 offensive rebounds.</p>

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<p>The NHL betting action continues Saturday, February 26, 2022, with the outdoor showdown from Nissan Stadium in Nashville, Tennessee, so we bring you the best Lightning vs. Predators betting pick, tips, and odds.</p>



<p>Tampa Bay faces off against Nashville for the first time this season. According to <a href="https://www.bangthebook.com/sportsbooks/betonline/">BetOnline Sportsbook</a>, the reigning champions are -178 moneyline favorites, while the Predators are +160 underdogs with a total of 6.5 goals.</p>



<h2>The Lightning scored 15 goals in their last three outings       </h2>



<p>The Tampa Bay Lightning (33-11-6) are riding a three-game winning streak following a 5-3 victory to the Edmonton Oilers this past Wednesday. After a couple of road wins at Arizona 4-3 and New Jersey 6-3, the Bolts put on another strong offensive performance, recording their tenth victory in the past 13 outings.</p>



<p>Tampa Bay needed only 23 shots to score five goals against the Oilers’ leaky defense. Five different players found the back of the net; defenseman Mikhail Sergachev had a couple of dishes, while Andrei Vasilevskiy posted 27 saves.</p>



<p>Vasilevskiy is now 27-8-4 with a 2.29 GAA and .921 save percentage in 2021-22. The Lightning surrender 2.76 goals per game (tied-9<sup>th</sup> in the NHL). They score 3.44 goals in a return (7<sup>th</sup>) on an 11.4 shooting percentage (tied-2<sup>nd</sup>).</p>



<h2>The Predators aim for their third straight win        </h2>



<p>The Nashville Predators (30-18-4) haven’t been at their best lately. They’ve lost nine of their previous 15 games overall. Still, the Predators have managed to win their previous two contests, outlasting Florida 6-4 on the road and Dallas 2-1 in a shootout at home.</p>



<p>Last Thursday, the Predators outlasted the Stars in a proper defensive battle. They combined for just 48 shots, but the Predators and Stars also had 75 hits between them. Mikael Granlund tallied a lone goal of a four-round shootout, while Juuse Saros posted 27 saves.</p>



<p>Saros is enjoying a great season. He’s 25-15-3 with a 2.45 GAA and .924 save percentage. The Predators allow 2.81 goals per contest (13<sup>th</sup> in the NHL) and score 3.06 in a return (14<sup>th</sup>) on a 10.5 shooting percentage (8<sup>th</sup>).</p>



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



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



<ul><li>10-3 in the last 13 games overall&nbsp;&nbsp;</li></ul>



<p><strong>Nashville:</strong></p>



<ul><li>2-4 in the last six games overall&nbsp;</li><li>2-7 in the last nine games against Tampa Bay&nbsp;</li></ul>



<h2 id="h-tampa-bay-lightning-vs-nashville-predators-pick">Tampa Bay Lightning vs. Nashville Predators Pick</h2>



<p>On paper, the Bolts are a better team than the Predators, but you never know what can happen in an outdoor battle. Playing at a football stadium is not a common thing for the ice guys, so the Predators certainly stand a chance of upsetting the odds.</p>



<p>Last season, the Lightning and Predators met each other in a revamped Central Division. Tampa Bay won an eight-game series 6-2. I lean the Lightning in this clash because of their prolific offense.</p>



<p><strong>Pick: Take Tampa Bay Lightning at -178&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;</strong></p>



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



<p>We are expecting to see Andrei Vasilevskiy and Juuse Saros between the pipes, so I’m backing the under on the totals. Saros has struggled a bit over the last couple of weeks, but he’s been terrific for most of the season, earning a call for the All-Star weekend. On the other side, Vasilevskiy hasn’t allowed more than three goals in seven straight outings.</p>



<p>On the other hand, the betting trends suggest the over, as 13 of Tampa Bay’s last 20 games and 12 of Nashville’s previous 18 have gone over the total. I doubt the Predators’ chances to win a high-scoring affair. They’ll have to play aggressive defense and slow down the Bolts’ front line as much as possible.</p>



<p><strong>Pick: Go under 6.5 goals at -120&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;</strong></p>

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