<p>Making on a bet on this NHL game featuring the Penguins versus the Panthers? The puck drops at 7:00 ET, and you can watch it all unfold on NHLN. The game will be played at Amerant Bank Arena in Sunrise, FL. This Eastern conference matchup has an over/under of 6 goals, and the Panthers are favored by -1.5 goals vs. the Penguins.</p><h3>PITTSBURGH PENGUINS VS FLORIDA PANTHERS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Florida Panthers -1.5</p><p>This game will be played at Amerant Bank Arena at 7:00 ET on Friday, January 3rd.</p><h3>WHY BET THE FLORIDA PANTHERS:</h3><ul><li>Coming in as 1.5 goal favorites, our projections have the Panthers picking up a  4-3 win.</li><li>Take the Panthers on the moneyline</li><li>On the spread, we like Penguins (+1.5)</li></ul><h3>Will the Penguins Come Through as Road Underdogs?</h3><p>Pittsburgh’s 3-1 win over the Canadiens brought them to 17-17-5 for the season. The Penguins covered the puck line as -1.5 goal favorites, and the total of 4 goals fell short of the 6.5 set before the game.</p> 

<p>Sidney Crosby scored the first two goals for Pittsburgh, with Blake Lizotte adding an empty-netter to seal the win. The Canadiens scored their lone goal in the third period.</p><p>Sidney Crosby led the Penguins' offense with two goals, bringing his season total to 5. He scored Pittsburgh's first goal at 4:03 in the first period and added another on a power play at 1:20 in the second.</p> <p>Blake Lizotte netted his second goal of the season on an empty net with 45 seconds left in the game. The Penguins took 24 shots on goal and recorded 14 giveaways.</p><p>Alex Nedeljkovic made 25 saves with a 96.2% save percentage, helping the Penguins to a 3-1 victory over the Canadiens. Pittsburgh's defense also contributed 5 takeaways and 19 hits. The only goal they allowed came 5:32 into the 3rd period, cutting their lead to 2-1.</p><h3>Will the Panthers Win at Home?</h3><p>With a 4-2 win over the Stars, the Panthers improved to 23-14-2 this season. Florida covered the puck line as -1.5 goal favorites, and the total of 6 goals fell just short of the 6.5 set before the game.</p> 

<p>All four of Florida’s goals came from different players, with Sam Reinhart’s empty-netter sealing the victory. The Panthers led 2-0 before Dallas tied it up, but A.J. Greer’s goal at 17:28 in the third period put Florida back in front for good.</p><p>A.J. Greer netted his first goal of the season, scoring 2:32 into the third period. Sam Reinhart added his 10th goal on an empty net with 1:00 left in the game. The Panthers had four different players score in their 4-2 win over the Stars.</p> <p>Carolina took 25 shots on goal and recorded 16 giveaways. They scored once in the first period, added another in the second, and closed out with two more in the third.</p><p>Spencer Knight made 23 saves with a 92% save percentage, helping the Panthers to a 4-2 win over Dallas. Defensively, Florida had 8 takeaways and 22 hits. After allowing two goals in the 2nd period, the Panthers' defense shut out the Stars in the 3rd.</p>

Pittsburgh Penguins vs Florida Panthers Betting Pick & Prediction 1/3/25

<p>The Jaguars are favored on the road with a point spread of -1 as they take on the Raiders at 4:25 ET on Sunday, December 22nd at Allegiant Stadium in Las Vegas. The Jaguars' money line odds are -115, and the Raiders' odds are -107. This week 16 AFC matchup is being televised on CBS, and the over/under line is set at 39.5 points.</p><h3>JACKSONVILLE JAGUARS VS LAS VEGAS RAIDERS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Jacksonville Jaguars -1</p><p>This game will be played at Allegiant Stadium at 4:25 ET on Sunday, December 22nd.</p><h3>WHY BET THE JACKSONVILLE JAGUARS:</h3><ul><li>We have the Jaguars winning this one by a score of 26 to 20</li><li>Not only do we have the Jaguars winning straight-up, we have them covering the spread at -1</li><li>Look for this game to go over the line of 39.5 points</li></ul><h3>Will The Jaguars Pick Up A Win On The Road?</h3><p>At 3-11, the Jaguars sit 3rd in the AFC South and 27th in our power rankings, giving them a 0.0% chance of making the playoffs. Jacksonville is 2-2 in division games, with their most recent division matchup being a 10-6 win over the Titans in week 14. However, they couldn’t carry that momentum into week 15, losing 32-25 to the Jets.</p> <p>Jacksonville has a -8.1 scoring margin this season, but they are 7-6-1 against the spread. As underdogs, they are 6-3-1 ATS, but they are just 1-3 when favored. Their O/U record is 8-6, with their games averaging 45.7 points compared to an average line of 44.7.</p><p>Heading into week 16, Jacksonville ranks 22nd in our offensive power rankings, scoring 18.8 points per game (23rd in the NFL) and averaging 306 yards per game (24th). They are 16th in passing attempts and 22nd in passing yards per game, with 204.4. On the ground, the Jaguars rank 24th in rushing attempts and 23rd in rushing yards per game, averaging 101.6. Jacksonville is 25th in the league in 3rd-down conversions, with a 35.2% success rate, and they rank 14th in red zone conversion percentage.</p> <p>In week 15, Mac Jones threw for 294 yards, completing 31 of 46 passes, with 2 touchdowns and 2 interceptions. Brian Thomas Jr. led the receiving corps with 10 catches for 105 yards and 2 touchdowns, while Travis Etienne Jr. rushed for 65 yards on 14 carries. Jacksonville scored in every quarter against the Jets, totaling 25 points, and converted 8 of 15 3rd-down attempts and 2 of 4 red zone opportunities.</p><p>In their 32-25 loss to the Jets, the Jaguars' defense allowed 275 passing yards on just 16 completions, including three touchdowns. The Jaguars struggled to defend the big play, as the Jets averaged 9.2 yards per passing attempt. Despite hitting the quarterback more than the Jets and winning the tackles for loss battle, they managed just one sack.<p></p>On the ground, the Jaguars allowed 125 rushing yards on 23 attempts, giving up 5.4 yards per attempt. Opposing offenses have been able to move the ball effectively against Jacksonville, as the Jets finished with 400 total yards in the game. The Jaguars also allowed the Jets to convert on 40% of their third down attempts.</p><h3>Will The Raiders Win At Home Over The Jaguars?</h3><p>With their 15-9 loss to the Falcons in week 15, the Raiders’ losing streak now stands at 10 games, dropping them to 2-12 on the season. Las Vegas ranks 24th in our NFL power rankings and has been eliminated from playoff contention. They are 0-5 in the AFC West and 2-8 in conference play.</p> <p>Against the spread, the Raiders are 5-8-1, with a 5-7-1 record as underdogs. Their average scoring margin is -9.4 points per game. Their O/U record is 8-6, with the under hitting in three straight games.</p><p>Heading into week 16, the Raiders rank 32nd in our offensive power rankings. They are 26th in the NFL in points per game (17.5) and 27th in yards per game (299.1). Despite ranking 4th in passing attempts, they are 15th in passing yards per game, with 221.1. On the ground, they rank 30th in rushing yards per game (78.1) on 21.6 attempts per game, which ranks 28th.</p> <p>Las Vegas has struggled on 3rd down, converting just 33.9% of their attempts, which ranks 28th in the NFL. However, they have been efficient in the red zone, converting 47.2% of their opportunities, which ranks 3rd in the league.</p><p>In their 15-9 loss to the Falcons, the Raiders' defense allowed just 93 passing yards on 11 completions. However, they struggled to stop the run, giving up 168 rushing yards on 37 attempts. The Falcons took advantage of this, controlling the clock and keeping the Raiders' offense off the field for long stretches.<p></p>Despite allowing only 261 total yards, the Raiders' defense gave up one touchdown on the ground and struggled to get off the field, as the Falcons converted 69.2% of their fourth-down attempts and 50% of their red-zone trips. Las Vegas did come up with three sacks and one interception in the game.</p>

Jacksonville Jaguars vs Las Vegas Raiders Betting Pick & Prediction 12/22/24

<p>The Hockey Club and Flames are set to face off at 9:00 ET on ESPN+. The Flames will host the game at Scotiabank Saddledome in Calgary, AB. The over/under for this Western conference contest is set at 6 goals, with the Flames being favored by -1.5 goals at home against the Hockey Club.</p><h3>UTAH HOCKEY CLUB VS CALGARY FLAMES BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Calgary Flames -1.5</p><p>This game will be played at Scotiabank Saddledome at 9:00 ET on Thursday, January 2nd.</p><h3>WHY BET THE CALGARY FLAMES:</h3><ul><li>Coming in as 1.5 goal favorites, our projections have the Flames picking up a  4-3 win.</li><li>Take the Flames on the moneyline</li><li>On the spread, we like Hockey Club (+1.5)</li></ul><h3>Can Utah Stun the Crowd at Scotiabank Saddledome?</h3><p>Utah Hockey Club fell to 16-15-6 after a 4-3 loss to the Golden Knights. The game’s total of 7 goals surpassed the pre-game line of 6.5. Utah, as the underdog, failed to cover the puck line.</p> <p>Utah led 2-0 before Vegas tied it up with 0:01 left in the second period. The Golden Knights then scored the game-winner at 2:15 in overtime.</p><p>Utah Hockey Club took 19 shots on goal, finding the net three times in their 4-3 loss to the Golden Knights. Ian Cole scored his first goal of the season, while Logan Cooley added his second. Alexander Kerfoot netted his second goal of the year at 13:10 in the third period, tying the game 3-3.</p> <p>Cooley also picked up his 8th assist on Cole’s goal. Nick Bjugstad contributed with two assists, bringing his season total to two. Utah had 13 giveaways in the game.</p><p>Defensively, Utah will be looking to bounce back after allowing four goals to Vegas, including the game-winner in overtime. The Golden Knights scored three unanswered goals, with the first two coming late in the second period and the third at 5:37 in the third. Connor Ingram made 31 saves with a save percentage of 88.6%, while Utah's defense recorded 8 takeaways and 21 hits.</p><h3>Will Calgary Secure A Victory as Home Favorites?</h3><p>Calgary’s 4-2 loss to Edmonton dropped them to 18-12-7 this season. The Flames were underdogs on the puck line, and the total was set at 6.5 goals, with the combined score reaching 6.</p> 

<p>After falling behind 2-0 in the first period, Calgary tied it up in the third before the Oilers pulled away. The Flames’ goals came from Anthony Mantha and Yegor Sharangovich.</p><p>Calgary’s offense came up empty in the first period, but Anthony Mantha netted his 4th goal of the season on a power play in the second. Yegor Sharangovich followed with his first goal of the year in the third period.</p> <p>The Flames fired 31 shots on goal and recorded 22 giveaways. Tyson Barrie picked up his first assist of the season on Mantha’s goal, while Mikael Backlund added his 4th assist. Kevin Bahl also contributed with his 5th assist on Sharangovich’s goal.</p><p>Calgary's defense struggled early, giving up two goals in the first period, including one just 20 seconds in. After the Flames tied the game at 2-2, they conceded a power-play goal at the 9:50 mark of the third period and an empty-netter with three seconds left. Dan Vladar made 27 saves with a 90% save percentage.</p>

Utah Hockey Club vs Calgary Flames Betting Pick & Prediction 1/2/25

The National Basketball Association (NBA) was first founded all the way back in 1946 as that is when the first season was played. There were only a handful of teams in the NBA at that time, but it has continued to grow throughout the years.

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<p>The Cubs (50-51, 23-25 away) travel to take on the Cardinals (46-57, 22-26 home) in game one of this NL Central matchup. Justin Steele is getting the start for the Cubs while Miles Mikolas is starting for the Cardinals. See who I like to pick up the win in today's Chicago Cubs vs. St. Louis Cardinals showdown at Busch Stadium.</p><h3>CHICAGO CUBS VS ST. LOUIS CARDINALS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Chicago Cubs -1.5 Runs</p><p>This game will be played at Busch Stadium at 7:45 ET on Thursday, July 27th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE CHICAGO CUBS:</h3><ul><li>As the favorite, the Cubs have covered the runline in two straight games.</li><li>The Cardinals have struggled against the runline when favored of late, failing to cover in two straight times.</li><li>In Justin Steele's three most recent starts, the Cubs are 2-1.</li></ul><h3>CHICAGO CUBS SEEK TO IMPROVE THEIR ROAD RECORD</h3><p>On a record of 50-51, the Cubs come into today's game 3rd in the NL Central. When playing at home, they are 27-26 and 23-25 on the road. Chicago has played in 31 series thus far, and have gone 15-13-3. </p><p><p>Justin Steele has been a force to be reckoned with this season, boasting an impressive 10-3 record and 2.95 ERA across 18 appearances. He has 96 strikeouts on the year, averaging 8.33 per nine innings, and his WHIP stands at 1.11. On the road, he is 3-1 with an ERA of 2.94, while at home he is 7-2 with a 3.18 ERA.</p></p><p>Justin Steele earned the victory in his latest start, surrendering two earned runs and six hits over 6 1/3 frames against St. Louis. The Cubs emerged victorious with a 4-3 scoreline to cap off the contest.</p><p>The Cubs have been one of the top power lineups in the league of late, having hit 15 home runs over their last ten games. Compared to other clubs, this is 5th best in that span. For the season, they are ranked 16th in home runs and 14th in slugging percentage. Overall, Chicago is averaging 4.9 runs per game (9th).</p><p>Nico Hoerner has been a consistent presence for the Cubs' offense this season, boasting a .280 batting average and .397 slugging percentage. In the team's last ten games, Hoerner has been particularly impressive, leading Chicago with hits and hitting an impressive .352.</p><h3>WILL THE ST. LOUIS CARDINALS TAKE CARE OF BUSINESS AT HOME?</h3><p>St. Louis heads into today's game ranked 4th in the NL Central on an overall record of 46-57. The Cardinals have won three straight series at home and have an overall home record of 22-26. Against the runline, their overall record is 52-51, including going 21-27 vs. the runline at home. When looking at their over/under mark, the Cardinals are 53-47.</p><p><p>St. Louis Cardinals starter Miles Mikolas has a 6-5 record and an ERA of 4.33 this season. On the road, his ERA is 4.11, but it rises to 5.27 when he pitches at Busch Stadium. His WHIP is 1.31 and opposing teams are hitting .277 against him with a slugging percentage of .413.</p></p><p>Miles Mikolas was unable to secure a victory in his last start against the Cubs, ending with a no-decision. He yielded five runs on 11 hits across five innings, but the Cardinals ultimately fell 8-6.</p><p>For the season, the Cardinals' offense is averaging 4.8 runs per game. Over their last ten games they have swung the bats well, sitting 7th in the league in scoring, with a total of 57 runs. Overall, St. Louis' team batting average is .258, putting them 6th in the MLB.</p><p>Nolan Gorman has been a major contributor to the Cardinals' offensive success in 2023, leading the team with 22 home runs and 65 RBIs. His slugging percentage of .503 is also a testament to his impressive performance this season.</p>

Chicago Cubs vs St. Louis Cardinals Betting Pick & Prediction 7/27/23

Squaring off for the third and final time this season, the New York Rangers and the Montreal Canadiens take the ice at Bell Centre. The opening face-off is at 7 p.m. ET on Thursday, February 27, and you will be able to view this Original Six matchup live on The Sports Network.
<h2>New York Rangers at Montreal Canadiens Odds</h2>
Playing the role of favorite will be Montreal (-130), while New York is a dog showing moneyline odds of +110 and oddsmakers have put the Over/Under (O/U) at 7 goals. If you want to play the game's total, you'll be looking at odds of -105 money on the over and -115 on the under.

New York is 34-28 straight up (SU) and has earned moneyline bettors 13.7 units this year. Through 62 regular season contests, 31 of its games have gone under the total, while 29 have gone over and just two have pushed. This 2019-20 Rangers team is 17-13 SU on the road.

New York has converted on 22.8 percent of its power play chances this season, a mark that places them in the top-10 among NHL teams. On the other hand, its penalty kill is ranked 20th overall, and the team's successfully killed off 79.4 percent of all penalties.

For the team as a whole, New York has been whistled for penalties 4.3 times per game in the 2019-20 season, and 3.3 per game over its past ten games. The team has had to defend opponent power plays just 6.9 minutes per game over their last 10 outings.

With a .913 save percentage and 28.5 saves per game, Alexandar Georgiev (15-14-1) has been the top option in goal for New York this year. If New York decides to rest him, however, the team could turn to Henrik Lundqvist (11-17-3 record, .907 save percentage, 3.12 goals against average).

Artemi Panarin and Mika Zibanejad will both be relied on to facilitate things for the visiting Rangers. Panarin has 85 points on 32 goals and 53 assists, and has recorded two or more points in 24 different games. Zibanejad has 29 goals and 32 assists to his credit (and has logged at least one point in 32 games).

Montreal is 29-36 straight up (SU) and has lost 15.3 units for moneyline bettors this year. 33 of its outings have gone under the total, while 29 have gone over and just three have pushed. It's 13-21 SU at home this season.

Montreal has converted on 19.2 percent of its power play opportunities this season, a figure that's right around league average. Its penalty kill is also ranked 21st overall, and it's successfully killed off 78.6 percent of all penalties.

Montreal players have been called for penalties only 3.4 times per game this season, 3.0 per game over their last five match ups total, and 2.8 per game over their last five at home. The team's had to kill penalties just 7.9 minutes per game over their last 10 outings.

Carey Price has denied 27.7 shots per game as the top option in the crease for Montreal. Price has 26 wins, 28 losses, and six overtime losses to his credit and has registered a mediocre 2.74 goals against average and a .911 save percentage this year.

Tomas Tatar (21 goals, 35 assists) will lead the attack for the Canadiens.
<h3>New York Rangers at Montreal Canadiens Betting Predictions</h3>
<a href="http://bangthebook.com/nhl-betting-trends-of-the-day/">Free NHL Pick:</a> SU Winner – Canadiens, O/U – Under
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Betting Notes

Montreal is 4-1 in games decided by a shootout this season while New York is 1-2 in shootouts.

For both of these clubs, the over has hit in four of their last five matchups.

The Canadiens have averaged the league's second-most shots on goal (34.2) while the Rangers have attempted just the 20th-most (34.2).

Over New York's last ten games, six of them have been decided by two or more goals (the team is 5-1 in those games).

The Canadiens this season have tallied the fifth-most hits per game in the NHL (26.6).

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New York Rangers vs. Montreal Canadiens Game Pick 2/27/20

<p>Planning on watching today's Canadiens and Blackhawks game? Catch the action at United Center in Chicago, IL, as the Blackhawks hosts this showdown at 8:00 ET on ESPN+. In this non-conference matchup, the Canadiens are favored by -1.5 vs. the Blackhawks. The over/under for the game is 6 goals.</p><h3>MONTREAL CANADIENS VS CHICAGO BLACKHAWKS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Chicago Blackhawks +1.5</p><p>This game will be played at United Center at 8:00 ET on Friday, January 3rd.</p><h3>WHY BET THE CHICAGO BLACKHAWKS:</h3><ul><li>The Canadiens enter this game as 1.5-goal favorites and in our projections and we anticipate them winning by a score of 4-3.</li><li>Take the Canadiens on the moneyline</li><li>On the puck line, we like Blackhawks (+1.5)</li></ul><h3>Can the Canadiens Deliver Being Favored on the Road?</h3><p>Montreal fell to 17-17-3 after a 3-1 road loss to the Penguins. Entering as underdogs on the puck line, the Canadiens failed to cover, and the total of 4 goals fell short of the 6.5-goal line.</p> 

<p>The Canadiens didn’t score until the third period, trailing 2-0 before Christian Dvorak found the net at 14:28. The Penguins sealed the game with an empty-net goal at 19:15.</p><p>Montreal’s offense was held to just one goal in their recent 3-1 loss to Pittsburgh. Christian Dvorak netted his first goal of the season, while Emil Heineman picked up his first assist and Juraj Slafkovsky added his seventh. The Canadiens fired 26 shots on goal but were unable to convert on any of their 20 offensive giveaways.</p> <p>After being shut out in the first two periods, the Canadiens finally got on the board at 14:28 in the third period. They were unable to capitalize on any power play opportunities and finished with no empty net or shorthanded goals.</p><p>Montreal's defense gave up the first two goals, one at 15:57 in the first period and another at 18:40 in the second. They also allowed an empty-netter with 45 seconds left in the third. Goalie Sam Montembeault made 21 saves with a 91.3% save percentage, while the defense recorded 4 takeaways and 28 hits.</p><h3>Will the Blackhawks Exceed Expectations at Home?</h3><p>Chicago improved to 12-24-2 with a 4-2 win over the Ducks. The Blackhawks, underdogs on the puck line, covered with the victory. The total was set at 6.5 goals, but the combined score of 6 fell just short.</p> 

<p>All four of Chicago’s goals came from different players. They led 3-0 before the Ducks got on the board in the third period. Chicago’s final goal came at 17:43 in the third, and Anaheim added one more with just 4 seconds left.</p><p>Chicago’s offense netted four goals in their 4-2 win over the Ducks, with Ryan Donato scoring his 7th goal of the season. Seth Jones added his second goal, while Teuvo Teravainen found the net for the 4th time this year. Isaak Phillips also contributed with his first goal of the season.</p> <p>The Blackhawks fired 29 shots on goal and scored twice on power plays. Connor Bedard picked up assists on three of the four goals, bringing his season total to 9 assists.</p><p>On defense, Arvid Söderblom made 38 saves with a 95% save percentage, helping the Blackhawks to a 4-2 win over the Ducks. Chicago's defense also recorded 6 takeaways and 5 hits. Both goals they allowed came in the 3rd period, including one at 19:56.</p>

Montreal Canadiens vs Chicago Blackhawks Betting Pick & Prediction 1/3/25

<p>At 9:45 PM ET, the Cubs and Giants will square off in an NL matchup. This one is being played at Oracle Park in San Francisco, and the Giants are favored on the money line, with the odds sitting at -130. The money line odds for a Cubs win are at +109, and the over/under line is at 7.5 runs.</p>

<p>Chicago comes into the game on a three-game losing streak, and they are 37-43 overall. The Giants are 38-42 and have won two straight heading into Wednesday's matchup. Hayden Wesneski is starting for the Cubs, and the Giants are going with Hayden Birdsong. MARQ is carrying this one on TV.</p><h3>SAN FRANCISCO GIANTS VS CHICAGO CUBS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: San Francisco Giants Moneyline -130</p><p>This game will be played at Oracle Park at 9:45 ET on Wednesday, June 26th.</p><h3>HOW TO BET THE CUBS VS GIANTS:</h3><ul><li>We have the Giants winning by a score of 6 to 5</li><li>However, if you're looking for a run line pick, we like the Cubs 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>San Francisco cruised to a 5-1 win over the Cubs in the most recent game of this series. The Giants had a huge 2nd inning, scoring all five of their runs. As for the Cubs, they scored their only run in the 3rd. Heading into the game, the Giants were favored at -128 on the money line.</p>

<p>Randy Rodriguez only went 2 2/3 innings for the Giants but gave up just one run and one hit. Tyler Rogers got the win out of the bullpen. Kyle Hendricks had a rough outing for the Cubs, giving up two earned runs in seven innings of work.</p>

<p>At the plate, Brett Wisely and Luis Matos each had two hits and an RBI for the Giants. Matt Chapman also drove in two runs while going 1/3. Chicago's only run came on a Patrick Wisdom home run.</p><h3>Cubs Records & Stats</h3><p>With an overall record of 37-43, the Cubs are 5th in the NL Central, 10 games behind the Brewers for the division lead. The Cubs have dropped three straight games, and they are losing the series vs. the Giants with an 0-2 mark. So far, they have gone just 9-17 against other NL Central teams.</p>

<p>At home, the Cubs have gone 22-18 compared to 15-25 on the road. As the road underdog, the Cubs are 10-19 this season, and they are just below .500 at 19-20 as the favorite. Chicago's overall series record is 9-14-2, and they are 4-6 over their last 10 games.</p><p>The Cubs are 37-43 against the run line this season, including a 22-18 mark on the road. They have covered the run line in three straight road games, but are just 15-25 vs. the run line at home. Chicago is 27-14 against the run line as an underdog, but just 10-29 as a favorite.</p><p>The Chicago Cubs are on the road against the San Francisco Giants today. The O/U line for the game is set at 7.5 runs. The Cubs have a combined run average of 8.6 runs per game this season. Their O/U record for the season is 34-43, and the average O/U line for their games is 8 runs. When the O/U line is set at 7.5 runs, their record is 8-10. In 65.0% of their games this season, the O/U line has been set higher than 7.5 runs.</p><p>Right-hander Hayden Wesneski gets the start for the Cubs today as he faces the Giants on the road. He has made 20 appearances this season and finished with a no-decision in each of his last three outings. Most recently, he pitched out of the bullpen vs. the Mets on June 21st, giving up one earned run in two innings of work. Looking back at his last three outings, Wesneski has given up one earned run in each appearance. His ERA for the season is 3.29, along with a record of 2-4. Opponents are batting .214 off Wesneski this season.</p><p>Chicago comes into the game with a team batting average of just .229, which is 20th in the league. However, they do have a few guys who have been swinging the bat well of late. Cody Bellinger has gone 10/24 in his last seven games, and Christopher Morel has two homers in this stretch while batting .261. Morel leads the Cubs with 15 homers and 45 RBIs, but he is hitting just .201 this season.</p>

<p>As a team, the Cubs are averaging 4.1 runs per game, and they have been slightly better at home, averaging 4.3 runs per contest. So far, they are 16th in the league in home runs and have the 5th fewest strikeouts in the league. Currently, Bellinger, Ian Happ, and Michael Busch are all tied for 2nd on the team with nine homers.</p><h3>Giants Records & Stats</h3><p>San Francisco is 38-42 overall and trail the Dodgers by 11.5 games in the NL West. The Giants have gone 13-13 in divisional games this year. San Francisco has won two straight games, and they have taken a 2-0 series lead over the Cubs. In their last 10 games, the Giants are 4-6.</p>

<p>At home, the Giants are 22-17 this year, and they are 16-25 on the road. As the favorite, the Giants are 22-18 and 16-24 as the underdog. San Francisco has won three straight games at home, and their overall series record is 12-11-2. Currently, they are on a three-series losing streak.</p><p>San Francisco has been a solid run line bet at home this season, going 18-21. They have covered the run line in three straight games at home, and their average run margin in those games is +3.3. The Giants have been a better run line bet on the road this season, going 21-20. Their average run margin in those games is -0.8.</p><p>Today, the San Francisco Giants will host the Chicago Cubs, and the over/under line for the game is set at 7.5 runs. The Giants have played in 44 games with over/under lines higher than 7.5 runs, and their games have averaged a combined 9.1 runs per game this season. Overall, the Giants have a 44-34 over/under record this season, and when the line is set at 7.5 runs, their over/under record is 18-12.</p><p>Today, Hayden Birdsong gets the nod for the Giants as they face the Cubs. It's his chance to make a strong opening statement, as this will be his first time on the mound this year.</p><p>Heliot Ramos has been the Giants' best power hitter this season, as his 10 home runs are the most on the team and 15th in the league. However, he has struggled of late, going just 4/29 in his last seven games. Overall, he is batting .295. San Francisco's top three home run hitters are all batting below .240, with Matt Chapman and Thairo Estrada each having nine homers and Jorge Soler also having nine.</p>

<p>Chapman comes into the game with a batting average of just .234, but he has gone 7/25 in his last seven games. Soler has also struggled of late, batting only .200 in his last seven games. The Giants have gotten some good recent production from Patrick Bailey, who has gone 7/22 in his last six games. He also has one home run in that stretch.</p>

Chicago Cubs vs San Francisco Giants Betting Pick & Prediction 6/26/24

<p>Planning on watching today's Sharks and Lakers game? Catch the action at Mercyhurst Athletic Center in Erie, PA, as the Lakers hosts this showdown at 1:00 ET on NEC. LIU is favored by -2.5 in this Northeast conference matchup the against Mercyhurst. The over/under for the game is set at 126.5 points.</p><h3>LIU SHARKS VS MERCYHURST LAKERS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: LIU Sharks -2.5</p><p>This game will be played at Mercyhurst Athletic Center at 1:00 ET on Sunday, January 26th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE LIU SHARKS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 82-68 in favor of the Sharks.</li><li>Not only will LIU pick up the win, but look for them to cover at -2.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 126.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 150 points.</li></ul><h3>Are the Sharks Ready for a Win at Erie?</h3><h3>LIU Sharks Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>LIU fell to 8-12 on the season after a 74-64 road loss to Saint Francis U on Friday, January 24th. The Sharks entered the game as +1 point underdogs and failed to cover the spread.</p> 

<p>Trailing 38-35 at halftime, LIU scored 29 points in the 2nd half while allowing 36. The game’s total points of 138 went over the pre-game line of 127.5.</p><p>In their last game, the LIU Sharks struggled offensively, shooting just 37.1% from the field and 19% from three-point range, finishing with 64 points. Their effective field goal percentage was 40%, and they hit 61.5% of their free throws.</p> <p>Riley Parker led the way with 29 points, shooting 64.3% overall and 50% from beyond the arc. Jamal Fuller added 25 points and 9 rebounds, shooting 56.2% from the field.</p><p>LIU's defense gave up 74 points in their last game, allowing the opposing team to shoot 48% from the field, with 25 made baskets on 52 attempts. Inside the arc, they connected on 17 of 31 shots, good for 54% shooting.</p> <p>From three-point range, LIU allowed 8 made threes on 21 attempts, a 38% shooting rate. They also sent the other team to the free-throw line 20 times, where they made 16 free throws, shooting 80%. LIU gave up 6 offensive rebounds.</p><h3>Will the Lakers Win at Home?</h3><h3>Mercyhurst Lakers Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Mercyhurst improved to 6-13 on the season with a 71-66 win over Wagner on Friday. Playing at home, the Lakers were slight favorites at -1 and covered the spread with the victory.</p> 

<p>Mercyhurst led 37-31 at halftime and scored 34 points in the 2nd half while allowing 35. The total points for the game were 137, surpassing the O/U line of 119.5.</p><p>Mercyhurst put up 71 points in their last game, shooting 50% from the field and 36% from three-point range, with an effective field goal percentage of 58.3%. They were efficient from the free-throw line, hitting 87.5% of their attempts, and assisted on 18 of their 24 made field goals.</p> <p>Aidan Reichert led the way, shooting 75% from the field and hitting all 3 of his three-point attempts, finishing with 23 points and 3 rebounds. Zae Blake added 18 points, connecting on 4 of 7 threes, while Jeff Planutis contributed 15 points and 4 rebounds.</p><p>Even with Mercyhurst's defense allowing 66 points, they struggled to contain their opponent, who shot 50% from the field. The Lakers gave up 15 two-point baskets on 23 attempts, resulting in a 65% shooting performance inside the arc.</p> <p>From three-point range, Mercyhurst allowed 9 made threes on 25 attempts, a 36% shooting rate. They also sent their opponent to the free-throw line 16 times, where they converted 14 shots, an 87% success rate. The Lakers limited offensive rebounds, giving up just 3.</p>

LIU Sharks vs Mercyhurst Lakers NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 1/26/25

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<p>Heading into game three of this NL Central matchup, the Brewers (91-70, 48-32 home) will send Adrian Houser to the mound against the Cubs (83-78, 38-42 away) and Justin Steele. Check out my pick for today's Chicago Cubs vs. Milwaukee Brewers game in Milwaukee.</p><h3>CHICAGO CUBS VS MILWAUKEE BREWERS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Chicago Cubs -112</p><p>This game will be played at American Family Field at 3:10 ET on Sunday, October 1st.</p><h3>WHY BET THE CHICAGO CUBS:</h3><ul><li>The Cubs have put together a 4-1 record in their last five games as the favorite.</li><li>In their four most recent games as the favorite, the Cubs are 4-0.</li><li>Adrian Houser has struggled of late, coming in with an ERA of 6.67 over his last four starts.</li></ul><h3>CHICAGO CUBS SEEK TO IMPROVE THEIR ROAD RECORD</h3><p>Through 161 games, the Cubs have a record of 83-78. This mark includes going 26-19-5 across their 50 series. Currently, Chicago is 2nd in the NL Central and have a 45-36 record at home while going 38-42 on the road. So far, the Cubs have gone 38-50 against teams with above .500 records.</p><p><p>Justin Steele has had a successful season thus far, boasting an impressive 16-5 record and 3.06 ERA. He has been especially dominant at home, where he is 12-3 with a 3.30 ERA. On the road, his record is 4-2 with an ERA of 3.71. His WHIP stands at 1.17 and opposing batters have managed to hit just .245 against him, with a slugging percentage of .362.</p></p><p>Justin Steele's most recent outing for the Cubs saw him pitch 5 1/3 innings, yielding three runs on six hits. Unfortunately, his team was unable to secure the victory, falling to the Braves 7-6. As a result of the loss, Steele was credited with a no-decision.</p><p>Having gone deep 7 times in their last five games, the Cubs are 6th in that span. At 5.1 runs per game, Chicago is 5th in the league. This figure has come on a team batting average of .255 while hitting a total of 196 home runs (14th).</p><p>Nico Hoerner's availability for the upcoming game is uncertain, as he appears on the injury report. Nevertheless, the shortstop has been a major contributor to the team's offense this season. He currently leads the squad in hits and boasts an impressive .283 batting average and .383 slugging percentage.</p><h3>WILL THE MILWAUKEE BREWERS TAKE CARE OF BUSINESS AT HOME?</h3><p>Milwaukee's record of 91-70 has them sitting 1st in the NL Central. At home, the Brewers have won seven straight series. Their overall home record is 48-32. Against the runline, the Brewers are 78-83 along with an over/under record of 72-84.</p><p><p>Adrian Houser will take the mound for the Brewers with a 7-5 record in 22 appearances this season. His ERA is 4.32 and he has allowed opponents to hit .276 against him. Houser has struck out 91 batters and walked 32, giving him a WHIP of 1.41 and a SLG allowed of .415.</p></p><p>Adrian Houser was dealt the loss in the Brewers' 4-1 defeat to the Cardinals after surrendering four runs on three hits over five innings of work.</p><p>The Brewers have been one of the top power lineups in the league of late, having hit 11 home runs over their last ten games. Compared to other clubs, this is 9th best in that span. For the season, they are ranked 22nd in home runs and 23rd in slugging percentage. Overall, Milwaukee is averaging 4.5 runs per game (16th).</p><p>Willy Adames has been the Brewers' go-to power hitter in 2023, leading the team with 24 home runs and 80 RBIs. His slugging percentage of .407 is a testament to his offensive prowess this season.</p>

Chicago Cubs vs Milwaukee Brewers Betting Pick & Prediction 10/1/23

<p>Planning on watching today's Shockers and Golden Hurricane game? Catch the action at Reynolds Center in Tulsa, OK, as the Golden Hurricane hosts this showdown at 3:00 ET on ESPN+. Wichita State is favored by -4.5 in this American Athletic conference matchup the against Tulsa. The over/under for the game is set at 145 points.</p><h3>WICHITA STATE SHOCKERS VS TULSA GOLDEN HURRICANE BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Tulsa Golden Hurricane +4.5</p><p>This game will be played at Reynolds Center at 3:00 ET on Sunday, January 26th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE TULSA GOLDEN HURRICANE:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 79-67 in favor of the Golden Hurricane.</li><li>Not only will Tulsa pick up the win, but look for them to cover at +4.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 145 points, and we like the over with a projected 146 points.</li></ul><h3>Will the Shockers Win in Tulsa?</h3><h3>Wichita State Shockers Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Wichita State fell to 10-8 on the season after a 61-53 road loss to Memphis on Thursday. Despite being +12 point underdogs, the Shockers kept it closer than expected, covering the spread.</p> 

<p>Wichita State led 27-23 at halftime but struggled in the second half, scoring just 26 points while allowing 38. The game’s total points (114) came in well below the O/U line of 156.5.</p><p>Wichita State managed just 53 points in their last game, shooting 40.4% from the field and 18.8% from beyond the arc, hitting only 3 of 16 three-point attempts. Their effective field goal percentage was 42.3%, and they connected on 50% of their two-point shots.</p> <p>At the free-throw line, the Shockers shot 61.5%, making 8 of 13 attempts. They grabbed 12 offensive rebounds and dished out 10 assists. PJ Haggerty led the way with 22 points, shooting 72.7% from the field and 50% from three-point range.</p><p>Wichita State's defense held their opponent to 61 points, despite allowing them to shoot 44% from the field. The Shockers gave up 17 two-point baskets on 33 attempts, a 51% shooting rate.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Wichita State limited their opponent to 6 made threes on 19 attempts, a 31% success rate. The Shockers also sent them to the free-throw line 15 times, where they converted 9 shots, shooting 60%.</p><h3>Can the Golden Hurricane Pull Out the Win as Home Underdogs?</h3><h3>Tulsa Golden Hurricane Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Tulsa’s season record dropped to 6-11 after an 85-76 home loss to East Carolina on Tuesday. Entering the game as +5 point underdogs, the Golden Hurricane not only lost but also failed to cover the spread.</p> 

<p>Tulsa led 40-33 at halftime but managed only 29 points in the second half while allowing 36. The game’s total points reached 161, surpassing the O/U line of 141.5.</p><p>In their latest game, Tulsa put up 76 points, shooting 42.9% from the field and 29.2% from beyond the arc, hitting 7 of 24 attempts. Their effective field goal percentage was 47.6%, and they connected on 75% of their free throws, going 15 for 20.</p> <p>Jordan Riley led the way with 27 points, shooting 64.3% overall and 66.7% from deep. RJ Felton added 24 points, hitting 4 of 9 from three-point range, while Dwon Odom contributed 19 points and 11 rebounds. Tulsa also grabbed 12 offensive boards and dished out 14 assists in the win.</p><p>Despite Tulsa's defensive efforts, they allowed 85 points in their last game, with the opposing team shooting 42% from the field. Tulsa gave up 51% shooting on two-point attempts, as the other team made 20 of their 39 shots inside the arc.</p> <p>From three-point range, Tulsa's defense held the other team to 29% shooting, with 7 made threes on 24 attempts. The opposing team also went to the free-throw line 20 times, converting 15 of those for 75%. Tulsa allowed 12 offensive rebounds in the game.</p>

Wichita State Shockers vs Tulsa Golden Hurricane NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 1/26/25

<p>Don't miss out on the NCAA showdown between the Bobcats and Zips. The game is starting at 7:30 ET on CBSS, and it's hosted by the Zips at Rocket Mortgage FieldHouse in Cleveland, OH. Get ready to place your bets! The over/under for this Mid-American conference contest is set at 141.5 points, with Akron being favored by -2.5 at home against Ohio.</p><h3>OHIO BOBCATS VS AKRON ZIPS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Akron Zips -2.5</p><p>This game will be played at Rocket Mortgage FieldHouse at 7:30 ET on Friday, March 15th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE AKRON ZIPS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 76-69 in favor of the Zips.</li><li>Not only will Akron pick up the win, but look for them to cover at -2.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 141.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 145 points.</li></ul><h3>Can the Bobcats Pull Off a Road Win?</h3><p>Ohio heads into this one with a 19-12 record, including a 14-5 mark in Mid-American Conference play. They have won seven straight games, with their latest being an 82-55 victory over Western Michigan. On the road, the Bobcats are 5-7 this season, and they are 3-0 in their last three games away from home.</p>

<p>For the year, Ohio has been the underdog in five games, going 1-4 in those contests. As the underdog, they are 1.6 points better than their opponents on average. So far, the Bobcats have been the underdog in just 5 of their 31 games.</p><p>As the underdog this season, Ohio has an ATS mark of just 2-3. However, over their last three games as the underdog, the Bobcats have gone 2-1 ATS. On the road, Ohio is 6-6 vs. the spread this year, but they have a perfect 3-0 ATS mark in their last three road games and a 6-4 record ATS in their last 10 road contests.</p><p>Ohio's over/under record for the season sits at 13-18 and today's line of 141.5 is lower than the average over/under line in their games (149.6). On the year, 19 of their games have finished with more points than today's line. Over their last three games, the average scoring total is 137 points and their OU record during this stretch is 0-3.</p><p>In their most recent game, the Bobcats' offense tallied 82 points, consistent with their ongoing season average of 77.8 points per game. The top scorer for the Bobcats was Shereef Mitchell with 15 points, while Miles Brown also added 13 to the scoreboard.</p><p>At present, the Bobcats' defense is nationally ranked 117th, allowing 70.1 points per game. Against Western Michigan in their most recent game, the Ohio defense gave up a total of 55 points while allowing Western Michigan to hit 41% of their shots.</p><h3>Will the Zips Defense Show Up at Home?</h3><p>Heading into today's game against Ohio, Akron is 21-10 overall, including a 14-5 record in Mid-American Conference play. At home, the Zips are 12-2, and they are 18-3 this season when favored.</p>

<p>In their last game, the Zips defeated Miami (OH), 75-63. Over their last ten games at home, Akron has gone 9-1, and they are 4-1 over their last five.</p><p>As the favorite this season, Akron is 11-10 vs. the spread. In their last 10 games as the favorite, the Zips have gone 5-5 vs. the spread. At home, Akron's ATS record is 9-5 this year.</p><p>This season, the over/under record for Akron games is 12-18. On average, their games have finished with 140.1 points per game, compared to an average over/under line of 141.2. Over their last three games, the average scoring total is 144 points.</p><p>The Akron offense is coming off a game where they scored 75 points against Miami (OH). They posted a field goal percentage of 47% and connected on 3 threes. Enrique Freeman led the scoring for the Zips, contributing 30 points. Additionally, Ali Ali chipped in with 14 points.</p><p>So far, the Zips' defense is ranked 33rd in the country at 66.1 points per contest. Akron's three-point defense is currently 51st in the country at 6.1 made threes per game. In terms of overall field goal percentage, opponets have hit 41.7% of their shots vs. Akron.</p>

Ohio Bobcats vs Akron Zips Betting Pick & Prediction 3/15/24

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<p>The <a href="https://www.bangthebook.com/suns-vs-bucks-game-6-free-pick-prediction-07-18-21/">NBA Finals</a> will overshadow all of the MLB games tonight, but there are still some good betting opportunities out there if you look hard enough. Take, for instance, the game between the Philadelphia Phillies and the New York Yankees. Interleague action in the Bronx means that the Phils will add another hitter for this matchup, as we have the National League team as a road favorite in the -130 range at <a href="https://www.bangthebook.com/sportsbooks/betonline/">BetOnline Sportsbook</a> with a total of 9.</p>



<p>It will be Aaron Nola in his return from COVID-19 against Domingo German. Let’s see what tonight’s game has in store.</p>



<h2 id="h-philadelphia-phillies"><strong><u>Philadelphia Phillies</u></strong></h2>



<p>The Phillies are having an excellent month of July and could very well be the team to knock off the Mets in the NL East Division. Philadelphia was one of a handful of teams to have Monday off on the heels of taking three out of four from Miami to start the second half. That series win pushed the Phillies out to 10-4 in July.</p>



<p>The Phils were rooting for the Reds in last night’s crazy back-and-forth game between the Mets and Cincinnati, but the New York side was the winning side and now Philadelphia sits 2.5 games back. The Phillies are 47-45 with a negative run differential, so we’ll have to watch for some signs of regression out of them.</p>



<p>After all, this is a Phillies offense that ranks 14th in wOBA and only has a 94 wRC+, one of two teams in the top 16 in wOBA that have a wRC+ below league average. The other is the Reds, oddly enough. Philadelphia’s offensive production has come from a variety of sources, as nobody stands out in a huge way except for Bryce Harper, but guys like J.T. Realmuto, Rhys Hoskins, and Andrew McCutchen have all chipped in.</p>



<p>The strength of the Phillies roster is the rotation. Aaron Nola has actually not been as good as expected this season with a 4.53 ERA, but you can see a lot of bad luck in his profile based on a 3.86 xERA, a 3.47 FIP, and a 3.37 xFIP. Nola has a .331 BABIP against and just a 71.3% LOB%, even though his Hard Hit% is much better than league average at 36.8% and he’s struck out just under 30% of opposing batters.</p>



<p>Nola has not pitched since July 6 and was not pitching well when he hit the COVID-19 IL. Nola had allowed 17 runs on 23 hits in his last four starts before battling the illness. He was rocked by San Francisco, Miami, and Chicago, so one good offense and two bad ones. It is definitely fair to wonder how he’ll end up tonight.</p>



<h2 id="h-new-york-yankees"><strong><u>New York Yankees</u></strong></h2>



<p>Speaking of COVID issues, the Yankees have some of their own, as their offense will take the field tonight without Aaron Judge and Gio Urshela once again. The Yankees are also missing Kyle Higashioka, Nestor Cortes, Jonathan Loaisiga, and Wandy Peralta due to contact tracing. The shorthanded Yankees are also missing Luke Voit, Miguel Andujar, Clint Frazier, Aaron Hicks, and several other pitchers due to injury.</p>



<p>Fortunately, Brian Cashman has put together some pretty good depth with this organization, so the Yankees can survive those kind of hits. Certainly the lineup could look a lot stronger, but there are enough pieces to get by. The Yankees offense ranks 13th in wOBA and has been on the rise of late, as some of the hard contact is finally starting to pay off.</p>



<p>The Yankees have spent most of the year in the top five in Hard Hit%, meaning that they’ve had a lot of batted balls with exit velocities of 95+ mph. They just haven’t had much to show for it, especially with runners in scoring position, where they rank 26th in wOBA. If they can start to capitalize on more of their run-scoring chances, then we could see a boost in their record.</p>



<p>Domingo German gets the call tonight with a 4.72 ERA and a 4.65 FIP. He’s pitched 82 innings over 15 starts and three relief appearances this season after missing all of last year with a domestic violence suspension. He’s given up 16 home runs, which has been the root cause of his issues. Otherwise, he’s only allowed a hit per inning with a BABIP against of .282. His K and BB numbers are decent and so are his other peripherals. The home run has just been the problem.</p>



<p>The Yankees bullpen has been a problem recently as well. Aroldis Chapman’s stuff quality has gone down. Loaisiga was pitching in high-leverage and he is in the protocols. Darren O’Day is also hurt. At least Zach Britton recently returned, but Aaron Boone has had to do some shuffling down there.</p>



<h2 id="h-phillies-vs-yankees-free-pick"><strong><u>Phillies vs. Yankees Free Pick</u></strong></h2>



<p>Tough game here on a Tuesday because Nola hasn’t pitched in two weeks and German has only thrown six relief innings since June 30 after losing his rotation spot. The two offenses have largely been hit or miss, though we have seen a lot of offense lately as pitchers try to get back into rhythm. With Nola struggling before contracting COVID and German’s home run problem, the over is the look in this one.</p>





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Philadelphia Phillies vs. NY Yankees Free Pick & Prediction 07/20/21

<p>Looking to win big? The Buccaneers and Paladins face off at 7:00 ET on ESPN+. The Paladins are hosting the game at Bon Secours Wellness Arena in Greenville, SC. The over/under line for this matchup is currently at 142.5 points, and Furman is favored by -3 to win at home against East Tennessee State.</p><h3>EAST TENNESSEE STATE BUCCANEERS VS FURMAN PALADINS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Furman Paladins -3</p><p>This game will be played at Bon Secours Wellness Arena at 7:00 ET on Wednesday, January 15th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE FURMAN PALADINS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 78-70 in favor of the Paladins.</li><li>Not only will Furman pick up the win, but look for them to cover at -3.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 142.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 148 points.</li></ul><h3>Will East Tennessee State Make it Happen on the Road?</h3><p>East Tennessee State improved to 8-7 on the season with a 70-52 win over The Citadel on Saturday. The Buccaneers, who were -16 point favorites, covered the spread with the victory.</p> <p>ETSU led 36-22 at halftime and scored 34 points in the 2nd half while allowing 30. The total points for the game were 122, falling short of the O/U line of 136.5.</p><p>East Tennessee State put up 70 points in their last game, shooting 41.8% from the field and 27.3% from beyond the arc, hitting 6 of 22 three-point attempts. Their effective field goal percentage was 47.3%, with a 51.5% success rate on two-point shots (17/33).</p> <p>The Buccaneers grabbed 21 offensive rebounds and dished out 13 assists. At the free-throw line, they connected on 18 of 27 attempts, shooting 66.7%. Jaden Seymour led the team with 15 points, while Cam Glover added 13, and John Buggs III contributed 12 points, hitting 2 of 3 from deep.</p><p>East Tennessee State's defense held their opponent to just 52 points, despite allowing them to shoot 41% from the field. The Buccaneers gave up 17 two-point baskets on 33 attempts, a 51% shooting rate.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, East Tennessee State limited their opponent to 6 made threes on 22 attempts, a 27% success rate. They also sent them to the free-throw line 27 times, where they converted 18 for 66%. The Buccaneers allowed 21 offensive rebounds.</p><h3>Will the Paladins Pull Through as the Favored Home Team?</h3><h3>Furman Paladins Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Furman dropped to 11-3 on the season after an 81-62 home loss to Wofford on Monday. The Paladins, who were -7 favorites, not only lost but failed to cover the spread.</p> 

<p>Furman trailed 40-20 at halftime but showed some fight in the second half, scoring 42 points while allowing 41. The total points for the game reached 143, going over the 139.5 O/U line.</p><p>Furman's offense struggled in their last game, shooting just 33.3% from the field and 23.5% from beyond the arc, finishing with 62 points. Their effective field goal percentage was 39.1%, and they hit only 61.5% of their free throws.</p> <p>Dillon Bailey was a standout, hitting 5 of 7 threes and finishing with 19 points and 6 rebounds. Corey Tripp added 16 points and 6 boards, while Charles Johnston contributed 14 points and 7 rebounds, connecting on 4 of 8 from deep.</p><p>Furman gave up 81 points in this one, despite holding the opposing team to just 33% shooting from the field. They allowed 23 field goals on 69 attempts.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Furman’s defense limited their opponents to 8 made threes on 34 attempts, a 23% shooting rate. They also sent the opposing team to the free-throw line 13 times, where they hit 8 free throws.</p>

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<p>The Cubs (82-74, 37-38 away) travel to take on the Braves (100-56, 48-27 home) in game one of this National League matchup. Justin Steele is getting the start for the Cubs while Bryce Elder is starting for the Braves. See who I like to pick up the win in today's Chicago Cubs vs. Atlanta Braves showdown at Truist Park.</p><h3>CHICAGO CUBS VS ATLANTA BRAVES BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Chicago Cubs +119</p><p>This game will be played at Truist Park at 7:20 ET on Tuesday, September 26th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE CHICAGO CUBS:</h3><ul><li>In their last five games, the Cubs have a record of 3-2.</li><li>The Cubs will be taking on a Braves club that is just 4-6 over their last ten games.</li><li>Opponents are hitting a healthy .311 against Bryce Elder in his last two starts.</li></ul><h3>CHICAGO CUBS SEEK TO IMPROVE THEIR ROAD RECORD</h3><p>On an overall record of 82-74, the Cubs are 2nd in the NL Central. In their 49 series, Chicago has gone 25-18-6 which includes losing each of their last three sets. On the road, the Cubs are 37-38 and are 45-36 at home.</p><p><p>Justin Steele has had a stellar season thus far, boasting a 16-5 record and 3.00 ERA. His 11 road appearances have seen him post an ERA of 3.59 and 4-2 record, while his home stats are even more impressive with 12 wins and 3 losses, as well as an ERA of 3.30. His WHIP stands at 1.17, with opponents batting .244 against him and slugging at .356.</p></p><p>The Cubs were unable to come away with a victory in Justin Steele's last start, as they fell to the Pirates 13-7. The right-hander was unable to make it through the outing, surrendering six earned runs on eight hits in a shortened appearance.</p><p>Offensively, Chicago is ranked 7th in the league with an average of 5.1 runs per game. When looking over their last five matchups, the Cubs averaged 5.8 runs per contest, which is 6th best in that span. In terms of their power numbers, Chicago is 13th in all of baseball, with a total of 189 home runs.</p><p>For the past ten games, Seiya Suzuki has been at the top of the Cubs' home run leaderboard with two long balls, bringing his season total to 20. He has also maintained an impressive .283 batting average throughout the year.</p><h3>WILL THE ATLANTA BRAVES TAKE CARE OF BUSINESS AT HOME?</h3><p>Leading up to today's game, the Braves are 1st in the NL East on a record of 100-56. Overall, they have played in 50 different series, going 34-12-4. When playing above .500 teams, the Braves are 100-56, and currently hold win percentages of 64.0% at home and 64.2% on the road.</p><p><p>The Braves will turn to starter Bryce Elder, who has been a reliable presence in the rotation this season. With an overall record of 12-4 after 30 appearances, Elder has posted an ERA of 3.63 and a K/9 figure of 6.63. Additionally, his FIP stands at 4.40 and his OBP is .303.</p></p><p>Bryce Elder's most recent outing with the Braves saw him toss 3 2/3 frames, although he was unable to secure a victory. The right-hander yielded four runs on three hits, and the team ultimately fell to the Phillies by a score of 6-5.</p><p>Having gone deep 8 times in their last five games, the Braves are 4th in that span. At 5.8 runs per game, Atlanta is 1st in the league. This figure has come on a team batting average of .275 while hitting a total of 299 home runs (1st).</p><p>Ozzie Albies has been a key contributor to the Braves' offensive success this season, boasting a .273 batting average and slugging .504. Over the team's last ten games, Albies has been on fire, leading Atlanta in hits with a .346 average.</p>

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<p>The Lightning and Sharks are set to face off at 10:30 ET on NBCS. The Sharks will host the game at SAP Center in San Jose, CA. The Lightning are favored by -1.5 goals in this non-conference showdown. The game's over/under is currently at 6.5 goals.</p><h3>TAMPA BAY LIGHTNING VS SAN JOSE SHARKS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: San Jose Sharks +1.5</p><p>This game will be played at SAP Center at 10:30 ET on Thursday, January 2nd.</p><h3>WHY BET THE SAN JOSE SHARKS:</h3><ul><li>With the Lightning being favored by 1.5, our NHL analytics models has this one playing out 4-3 in favor of the Lightning.</li><li>Take the Lightning on the moneyline</li><li>On the puck line, we like Sharks (+1.5)</li></ul><h3>Can the Lightning Pull Out the Win as Road Favorites?</h3><p>The Lightning fell to 20-12-2 after a 7-4 loss to the Jets. Tampa Bay held a 2-0 lead early, but the defense couldn't hold up, allowing seven unanswered goals. The total for the game was set at 6.5 goals, but the teams combined for 11, easily surpassing that mark. Tampa Bay was the underdog on the puck line, and the loss kept them from covering.</p> 

<p>Tampa Bay scored first, with Brandon Hagel finding the net at 13:11 in the first period. They added another goal at 11:58 in the first, but the Jets responded with seven straight goals. The Lightning managed to tie the game at 4-4 in the third period, but the Jets pulled away with three more goals, including two empty-netters.</p><p>Brandon Hagel opened the scoring for Tampa Bay, netting his 7th goal of the season. Brayden Point followed with his 8th goal, which came on a power play. Mitchell Chaffee added his 4th goal, while Nikita Kucherov rounded out the scoring with his 10th goal, unassisted in the third period.</p> <p>The Lightning fired 30 shots on goal and recorded 8 giveaways. They scored twice in the first period, added a third goal in the second, and their final goal came with 13:09 left in the game, tying the score at 4-4.</p><p>Defensively, the Lightning struggled late, allowing four goals in the third period, including two empty-netters. Goalie Jonas Johansson finished with a save percentage of 84.4% on 32 shots from the Jets.</p><h3>Can the Sharks Secure a Win at Home?</h3><p>San Jose’s 3-2 loss to the Canucks dropped them to 11-23-6 this season. The Sharks were underdogs on the puck line, and the total for the game was set at 6.5 goals, but the combined 5 goals fell short of that mark.</p> 

<p>The Sharks took the lead early in the second period with a goal from Nico Sturm, but the Canucks tied it up later in the period and went ahead in the third. Mikael Granlund scored for San Jose to even things up, but Vancouver responded with a goal at 19:34 in the third to secure the win.</p><p>The Sharks took 23 shots on goal in their 3-2 loss to the Canucks. Mikael Granlund netted his 6th goal of the season, while Nico Sturm opened the scoring with his 2nd goal, 2:37 into the second period.</p> <p>San Jose had 16 giveaways and failed to capitalize on any power play opportunities. Tyler Toffoli picked up his 5th assist, and William Eklund added his 7th assist on Granlund’s third-period goal.</p><p>Defensively, the Sharks will be looking to bounce back after surrendering a late goal with just 26 seconds left in the 3rd period, leading to a 3-2 loss against the Canucks. Mackenzie Blackwood finished with 25 saves and a save percentage of 89.3%. The Sharks' defense also recorded 6 takeaways and 21 hits.</p>

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