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<p>Don't miss out on the NHL showdown between the Blackhawks and Flames. The game is starting at 4:00 ET on ESPN+, and it's hosted by the Flames at Scotiabank Saddledome in Calgary, AB. Get ready to place your bets! The over/under goal line for this matchup is currently at 5.5 goals, and the Flames are -1.5 goal favorite to win at home against the Blackhawks.</p><h3>CHICAGO BLACKHAWKS VS CALGARY FLAMES BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Calgary Flames -1.5</p><p>This game will be played at Scotiabank Saddledome at 4:00 ET on Saturday, December 21st.</p><h3>WHY BET THE CALGARY FLAMES:</h3><ul><li>With a 1.5-goal advantage on the spread, our projections favor the Flames to secure a 4-3 victory.</li><li>Take the Flames on the moneyline</li><li>On the spread, we like Blackhawks (+1.5)</li></ul><h3>Will the Blackhawks Defense Show Up in Calgary?</h3><p>With a 4-2 win over the Ducks, the Blackhawks improved to 12-19-2 this season. Chicago covered the puck line as underdogs, and the total was set at 6.5 goals, but the combined score of 6 fell just short.</p>

<p>Chicago built a 4-0 lead before the Ducks scored twice in the third period. Four different Blackhawks players found the net, with Isaak Phillips opening the scoring at 7:03 in the first period.</p><p>Chicago’s offense found the net four times in their 4-2 victory over Anaheim, with Ryan Donato scoring his 7th goal of the season. Seth Jones added his 2nd goal, while Teuvo Teravainen netted his 4th on a power play. Isaak Phillips opened the scoring with his 1st goal of the year.</p> <p>Connor Bedard contributed with three assists, bringing his total to 9 for the season. The Blackhawks took 29 shots on goal and scored twice on power plays. They also recorded 12 giveaways in the game.</p><p>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 contributed 6 takeaways and 5 hits. Both goals allowed came in the 3rd period, including one with just 4 seconds left.</p><h3>Can Calgary Live Up to the Hype at Home?</h3><p>Calgary dropped to 15-12-7 with a 4-2 loss to the Oilers. The Flames fell behind early, allowing a goal just 20 seconds into the game. Calgary was the underdog on the puck line, and the total for the game was set at 6.5 goals, but the combined 6 goals fell short of that mark.</p>

<p>After trailing 2-0, the Flames tied it up with goals in the second and third periods. However, the Oilers responded with two more goals to secure the win. Anthony Mantha and Yegor Sharangovich each scored for Calgary in the loss.</p><p>Calgary took 31 shots on goal in their 4-2 loss to Edmonton, but only managed to score twice. Anthony Mantha netted his 4th goal of the season on a power play in the second period, and Yegor Sharangovich followed with his first goal of the year in the third.</p> <p>The Flames had 22 giveaways and earned three assists, with Tyson Barrie picking up his first of the season on Mantha's goal. Calgary was held scoreless in the first period before getting on the board 4:33 into the second.</p><p>Defensively, the Flames gave up an early goal just 20 seconds into the game and another at 11:48 in the first period. After tying the game at 2-2 in the third, they allowed two more goals, including one at 9:50 and an empty-netter with 3 seconds left. Dan Vladar made 27 saves with a 90% save percentage. The Flames' defense also had 15 blocks and 4 takeaways.</p>

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<p>The Friars and Golden Eagles are set to face off at 8:00 ET on FS1. The Golden Eagles will host the game at Madison Square Garden in New York, NY. This Big East conference matchup has an over/under of 136.5 points, and Marquette is favored to win by -4.5 at home vs. Providence.</p><h3>PROVIDENCE FRIARS VS MARQUETTE GOLDEN EAGLES BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Marquette Golden Eagles -4.5</p><p>This game will be played at Madison Square Garden at 8:00 ET on Friday, March 15th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE MARQUETTE GOLDEN EAGLES:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 76-69 in favor of the Golden Eagles.</li><li>Not only will Marquette pick up the win, but look for them to cover at -4.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 136.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 145 points.</li></ul><h3>Will the Friars Exceed Expectations on the Road?</h3><p>Providence enters this game as a 4.5-point underdog, and they are 6-8 this season when tabbed as the underdog. So far, the Friars are 19-12 overall, and they have won two straight games.</p>

<p>Playing on the road, Providence has gone 6-7 this season, and their average scoring margin is -1.0 points per game. Over their last 10 road games, the Friars are 5-5.</p><p>As the underdog this season, Providence has gone 10-4 vs. the spread. On the road, the Friars have an ATS mark of 10-3 this year and are 8-2 in their last 10 road games vs. the spread. Overall, Providence is 20-13 vs. the spread this season.</p><p>Providence's over/under record for the season is 14-19 and today's over/under line of 136.5 is lower than the average over/under line in their games this year (141.8). In their last three games, the average scoring total is 137 points compared to their season average of 141.7 points per game.</p><p>In their most recent game, the Friars' offense tallied 78 points, consistent with their ongoing season average of 73 points per game. Leading the team in scoring is Devin Carter, who is averaging 19.5 heading into today's matchup. Additionally, Josh Oduro also maintains a PPG average of 16.3 heading into game.</p><p>So far, the Friars' defense is ranked 82nd in the country at 68.7 points per contest. Providence's three-point defense is currently 118th in the country at 7.0 made threes per game. In terms of overall field goal percentage, opponets have hit 41.8% of their shots vs. Providence.</p><h3>Will Marquette Live Up to Expectations at Home?</h3><p>Marquette has been fantastic at home this season, going 16-3 with an average scoring margin of +15.3. Over their last 10 games at home, they have gone 8-2. They are favored by 4.5 points today, and they have gone 19-4 when favored this season.</p>

<p>The Golden Eagles are 23-8 overall and 14-6 in Big East play. In their last game, they beat Xavier 86-80. Over their last five games, they have gone 4-1.</p><p>Marquette has been a solid team against the spread this season, going 18-12-1. At home, the Golden Eagles have an ATS mark of 12-6-1. Over their last 10 games as the favorite, Marquette has gone 9-1 vs. the spread.</p><p>Marquette's over/under record this season sits at 13-18 and today's line of 136.5 is lower than the average over/under line in its games (149.8). Over their last three games, the over/under record is 1-2 and their matchups have averaged 147 points compared to their season average of 149 points per game.</p><p>The Marquette offense is coming off a game where they scored 86 points against Xavier. They posted a field goal percentage of 56.9% and connected on 8 threes. The team's scoring leader is Kam Jones, who holds an average of 16.7 as they head into today's matchup. Additionally, Oso Ighodaro is averaging 14 points per game this season.</p><p>Currently, the Golden Eagles' defense holds the 102nd rank in the nation, allowing 69.7 points per game. Marquette's three-point defense is currently 212nd in the country at 8.4 made threes per game. In terms of overall field goal percentage, opponets have hit 42.7% of their shots vs. Marquette.</p>

Providence Friars vs Marquette Golden Eagles Betting Pick & Prediction 3/15/24

<p>At 7:30 ET, the Memphis Grizzlies (-127) will take on the Atlanta Hawks (+107) in a non-conference matchup. The Grizzlies are favored by 1.5 points and have a record of 19-9. On the other hand, the Hawks have lost two straight and are 14-14 on the season.</p>

<p>This game will be played at State Farm Arena in Atlanta and can be seen on FDSS. The over/under line for this game is 241.5 points.</p><h3>MEMPHIS GRIZZLIES VS ATLANTA HAWKS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Memphis Grizzlies -1.5</p><p>This game will be played at State Farm Arena at 7:30 ET on Saturday, December 21st.</p><h3>WHY BET THE MEMPHIS GRIZZLIES:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 153-122 in favor of the Grizzlies.</li><li>Our projections have Ja Morant finishing with 23 points, 5 rebounds and 8 assists.</li><li>From the field, we have the Grizzlies finishing with a field goal percentage of 45.8% and knocking down 17 threes.</li></ul><h3>Can the Grizzlies Lock in a Win at Atlanta?</h3><p>The Grizzlies improved to 19-9 this season after a dominant 144-93 win over the Warriors on Thursday. Memphis, favored by 2.5 points, easily covered the spread at home. The game’s total of 237 points narrowly missed the O/U line of 238.5.</p> <p>Memphis set the tone early, jumping out to a 37-15 lead in the 1st quarter and extending it with an 11-0 run. They continued to control the game, outscoring the Warriors 32-23 in the 2nd quarter and 40-21 in the 3rd. By the start of the 4th, the Grizzlies were up 109-59, and they edged the Warriors 35-34 in the final period.</p><p>The Grizzlies put on an offensive clinic in their win over the Warriors, shooting 54.1% from the field and hitting 27 threes at a 56.2% clip. Santi Aldama led the way with 21 points and 14 rebounds, connecting on 5 threes, while Jake LaRavia added 19 points, hitting 4 threes at 80% efficiency.</p> <p>Jaren Jackson Jr. contributed 17 points, with 11 coming in the 3rd quarter. Luke Kennard scored 12 of his 15 points in the 4th, and Desmond Bane also finished with 15 points, adding 7 in the 3rd quarter.</p><p>The Grizzlies put on a defensive clinic against the Warriors, holding them to just 93 points on 35% shooting. Memphis set the tone early, giving up only 15 points in the 1st quarter and 23 in the 2nd. They continued their strong play in the 3rd, allowing 21 points before a 34-point 4th quarter.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, the Grizzlies limited the Warriors to 12 threes on 33% shooting. They also sent Golden State to the line 24 times, where they hit 17 free throws. Memphis controlled the boards with 45 defensive rebounds while allowing 10 offensive boards. They also added 11 steals and 8 blocks.</p><h3>Will the Hawks Secure A Victory as Home Underdogs?</h3><p>The Hawks fell to 14-14 on the season after a 133-126 road loss to the Spurs on Thursday. Atlanta entered the game as +1 point underdogs and failed to cover the spread. The total points of 259 exceeded the O/U line of 233.5 by 25.5 points.</p> <p>Atlanta went on a 13-0 run early, extending their lead from 36-28 to 49-28. However, they couldn’t maintain the momentum, as the Spurs outscored them 30-21 in the 3rd quarter. Despite entering the 4th quarter down just 90-87, the Hawks couldn’t complete the comeback, losing the final quarter 33-30.</p><p>De'Andre Hunter led the Hawks with 27 points and 6 rebounds, shooting 60% from the field and hitting 4 threes at 50% efficiency. Trae Young added 23 points and 16 assists, connecting on 3 threes at 50% from deep, while Jalen Johnson contributed 22 points and 9 rebounds, shooting 57.1% from the floor.</p> <p>As a team, the Hawks made 16 threes, shooting 42.1% from beyond the arc and 47.4% overall. Hunter scored 12 points in the 4th quarter, while Young added 8 in the final period.</p><p>The Hawks gave up 133 points to the Spurs on Thursday, including 36 in the 1st quarter. They tightened up in the 2nd, allowing just 24 points, but still allowed 30 points in both the 3rd and 4th quarters.</p> <p>Atlanta struggled to defend the three, as the Spurs hit 19 threes at a 45% clip. The Hawks sent San Antonio to the line 23 times, where they made 16 free throws. Defensively, the Hawks grabbed 41 rebounds, allowed 8 offensive boards, and recorded 14 steals and 6 blocks.</p>

Memphis Grizzlies vs Atlanta Hawks Betting Pick & Prediction 12/21/24

<p>Don't miss out on the NHL showdown between the Sharks and Oilers. The game is starting at 4:00 ET on NBCS, and it's hosted by the Oilers at Rogers Place in Edmonton, AB. Get ready to place your bets! The over/under goal line for this matchup is currently at 6.5 goals, and the Oilers are favored by -1.5 vs. the Sharks.</p><h3>SAN JOSE SHARKS VS EDMONTON OILERS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Edmonton Oilers -1.5</p><p>This game will be played at Rogers Place at 4:00 ET on Saturday, December 21st.</p><h3>WHY BET THE EDMONTON OILERS:</h3><ul><li>With a 1.5-goal advantage on the spread, our projections favor the Oilers to secure a 4-3 victory.</li><li>Take the Oilers on the moneyline</li><li>On the spread, we like Sharks (+1.5)</li></ul><h3>Can the Sharks Grab a Win in Edmonton?</h3><p>San Jose fell to 11-19-5 after a 3-2 loss to the Canucks. The Sharks were underdogs on the puck line, and the total for the game was set at 6.5 goals, but the teams combined for only 5.</p>

<p>The Sharks took the lead at 2:37 in the second period, but the Canucks tied it up later in the same period. Both teams scored in the third, with Vancouver netting the game-winner with just 26 seconds left.</p><p>Nico Sturm netted his second goal of the season, while Mikael Granlund added his sixth in the Sharks' 3-2 loss to Vancouver. Granlund took 3 shots on goal, with Sturm scoring on his only attempt.</p> <p>San Jose fired 23 shots on goal but were held scoreless in the first period. They recorded 16 giveaways in the game.</p><p>San Jose's defense allowed the first goal at 5:19 in the second period and two more in the third, including the game-winner with just 26 seconds left. Mackenzie Blackwood made 25 saves with a save percentage of 89.3%. The Sharks' defense also recorded 6 takeaways and 21 hits.</p><h3>Do the Oilers Stand a Chance at Home?</h3><p>With a 4-2 win over the Flames, Edmonton improved to 19-11-2 this season. The Oilers covered the puck line as -1.5 goal favorites, and the total of 6 goals fell just short of the pre-game line of 6.5.</p> 

<p>Four different Oilers found the net in this one, with Zach Hyman breaking a 2-2 tie at 9:50 in the third period. Edmonton added an empty-net goal with just 3 seconds left to seal the victory.</p><p>Leon Draisaitl opened the scoring for the Oilers, netting his 9th goal of the season just 20 seconds into the game. Zach Hyman followed with his 3rd goal, which came on a power play in the 3rd period. Hyman also added his 2nd assist of the season on Jeff Skinner's 3rd goal. Mattias Janmark closed out the scoring with an empty-netter, his 2nd goal of the year.</p> <p>The Oilers took 31 shots on goal and recorded 10 giveaways. Draisaitl, who now has 8 assists on the season, picked up two more in this game.</p><p>Defensively, the Oilers will want to avoid another lapse like the one they had in their last game against the Flames, where they gave up goals at 4:33 in the 2nd period and 4:28 in the 3rd. However, they did hold the Flames scoreless after that, leading to a 4-2 win. Stuart Skinner made 29 saves with a 93.5% save percentage, while the defense added 25 blocks and 2 takeaways.</p>

San Jose Sharks vs Edmonton Oilers Betting Pick & Prediction 12/21/24

<p>Betting on today's Buckeyes and Mountaineers game? Catch the action at Rocket Mortgage FieldHouse in Cleveland, OH, as the Mountaineers hosts this showdown at 7:00 ET on FOX. The Buckeyes come into this non-conference matchup as the betting favorite. The over/under line currently sits at 146.5 points.</p><h3>OHIO STATE BUCKEYES VS WEST VIRGINIA MOUNTAINEERS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: West Virginia Mountaineers +9.5</p><p>This game will be played at Rocket Mortgage FieldHouse at 7:00 ET on Saturday, December 30th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE WEST VIRGINIA MOUNTAINEERS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 75-68 in favor of the Mountaineers.</li><li>Not only will West Virginia pick up the win, but look for them to cover at +9.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 146.5 points, and we like the under with a projected 143 points.</li></ul><h3>Will the Ohio State Defense Show Up on the Road?</h3><p>Heading into their 13th game of the year, Ohio State has a 10-2 record. In away games, the Buckeyes have gone 2-1 this season, while they are 8-1 at home. As of today's game, Ohio State has a current against the spread record of 5-7 for the season. In their last five games, the team has gone 2-3 vs. the spread.</p><p>Up to this point, games involving Ohio State have had an average of 143.5 points per game, with the average over/under line set at 143.2 points. Their over/under record is 7-5-0. The Buckeyes' last five games have finished with a combined 141 points per game and an over/under record of 3-2.</p><p>Coming off their recent game, the Ohio State offense tallied 78 points in a matchup against New Orleans. Their field goal percentage for the game was 44.1%, and they made 8 threes. In terms of three-point shooting, the Buckeyes offense has been good from outside, hitting 37% of their three-pointers on an average of 21.4 attempts per game. Their overall field goal percentage is currently 46%.</p><p>So far, the Buckeyes' defense is ranked 36th in the country at 64.1 points per contest. The Ohio State defense is coming off a game in which they gave up a total of 36 points and allowed New Orleans to connect on 8 threes.</p><h3>Will the Mountaineers Make it Happen at Home?</h3><p>After 12 games, West Virginia has a 5-7 overall record. In their one road game this season, West Virginia is 0-1, while they are 5-6 at home. West Virginia's ATS record stands at 5-7, putting them below .500. In their last ten games, West Virginia has gone 2-3 vs. the spread.</p><p>After 12 games, West Virginia has an over/under record of 5-7-0, with their games averaging a combined 136.6 points per game so far. When assessing the Mountaineers' performance in their last three games, their over/under record stands at 2-1, with their games averaging 156 points per game.</p><p>West Virginia is coming off a good offensive performance, putting up 91 points vs. Toledo. This figure is more than their season average of 67.8 points per game. One area that the West Virginia offense has been good this season is getting to the line. Currently, they are 144th in free-throw attempts per contest. Overall, they have a field goal percentage of 41%.</p><p>At this time, the Mountaineers' defense is positioned 107th in the country, permitting 68.8 points per game. So far, the West Virginia defense is giving up an average of 9.8 offensive rebounds per game and are turning teams over 10.5 times per game (402nd).</p>

Ohio State Buckeyes vs West Virginia Mountaineers Betting Pick & Prediction 12/30/23

The National Football League (NFL) is easily the most popular sport in the United States, especially when it comes to betting. NFL betting puts up the biggest numbers every single year, and bettors are always looking for new betting options.

The NFL was founded all the way back in 1920 in Canton, Ohio, and that is where the Hall of Fame is located to this day. There were only a handful of teams in the league when it first started, but it didn’t take long for the league to grow.

There are now 32 teams in the NFL, and the league is broken up into two conferences and eight total divisions. Since the league just continues to be more and more popular, the league has added an extra regular season game for each team to play in.

NFL teams now play 17 total regular season games, and then the top seven teams in each conference advance to the postseason. The NFL regular season begins in September, and the Super Bowl is now played during the month of February.

When it comes to the NFL, the Super Bowl is the event that draws the most betting attention. This league isn’t going away anytime soon, and it’s actually started to become more of an international competition.

This article will not only cover the best NFL betting sites &amp; sportsbooks, but will also provide some tips on how to bet on the NFL.
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<p>From Nationals Park in Washington, DC, the Angels and Nationals face off in an interleague matchup. First pitch for Sunday's matchup is set for 11:35 AM ET. MacKenzie Gore is starting for the Nationals, and the Angels are starting Jack Kochanowicz.</p>

<p>Washington is favored on the money line, as their odds are sitting at -150 compared to the Angels at +127. The over/under line is currently 8.5 runs, and the Nationals will look to keep their two-game winning streak alive. The Angels are 51-66 overall, while the Nationals are 54-64. In the AL West, the Angels are 4th, and the Nationals are 4th in the NL East.</p><h3>LOS ANGELES ANGELS VS WASHINGTON NATIONALS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Los Angeles Angels Moneyline +127</p><p>This game will be played at Nationals Park at 11:35 ET on Sunday, August 11th.</p><h3>HOW TO BET THE ANGELS VS NATIONALS:</h3><ul><li>We have the Angels winning by a score of 6 to 5</li><li>If you're looking for a run line pick, we also like the Angels 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>Washington picked up a 5-4 win over the Angels in the most recent game of this series. The Nationals had a late rally, scoring two runs in the 7th and another run in the 10th. As for the Angels, they scored one run in the 1st, added two more in the 2nd, and scored their final run in the 5th.</p>

<p>Patrick Corbin got the start for the Nationals, going just four innings while giving up four runs and striking out two. Derek Law got the win out of the bullpen. Griffin Canning went seven innings for the Angels, giving up four runs on eight hits.</p>

<p>At the plate, the Nationals were led by James Wood, Jose Tena, and Alex Call, as they were the only three Nationals hitters to have more than one hit. Wood and Tena each homered in the game. For the Angels, Zach Neto went 3/5 with a home run.</p><h3>Angels Records & Stats</h3><p>With a record of 51-66, the Angels are 4th in the AL West, 10.5 games behind the Astros for the division lead. Los Angeles has lost two straight games, and they trail the Nationals 2-0 in their current series. So far, they are just below .500 in the AL West, going 17-18.</p>

<p>At home, the Angels are 26-35 this year, and they are just above .500 at 25-31 on the road. As the underdog, the Angels are 45-52 this season, and they have won two straight games as the underdog overall. Los Angeles' overall series record is 12-23-2, and they have won two straight series on the road.</p><p>When betting the run line on the Los Angeles Angels, it has been profitable to take them as the underdog, as they are 59-38 against the run line in those games. They have covered the run line in two straight games as the underdog, but are just 5-15 when favored. Their average run margin in winning games is +3.1, while it is -3.7 in losses.</p><p>Today's over/under line of 8.5 runs for the Los Angeles Angels' game against the Washington Nationals is slightly below their season average combined run average of 8.9. The Angels have a 57-55 over/under record on the season, and their average over/under line is 8 runs per game. When the line has been set at 8.5 runs, the Angels have gone over the total in 25 of 47 games, and 31.6% of their games have had over/under lines set at 8.5 runs or higher.</p><p>Jack Kochanowicz and the Angels are on the road to take on the Nationals. Kochanowicz has started two games this season, and he has taken the loss in both outings. In his most recent start, he went 4 innings, giving up 7 runs on 7 hits, with 4 of those runs being earned.</p><p>Los Angeles comes into today's game with the league's 25th ranked scoring offense, averaging just 4.1 runs per game. Their team OPS of .684 is also just 20th in the league. However, the Angels do have a few hitters who have been swinging the bat well of late, including Zach Neto, who is 13/29 in his last seven games with four homers.</p>

<p>Neto's four homers in his last seven games has moved him into the team lead in home runs, and he is also batting .267 for the season. Jo Adell and Logan O'Hoppe are also tied for 2nd on the team with 16 homers. Adell is batting just .206 for the season, but he is currently on a nine-game hitting streak.</p><h3>Nationals Records & Stats</h3><p>Washington is 54-64 overall and trail the Phillies by 15.5 games in the NL East. Currently, they are 4th in the division and have gone 16-15 in divisional matchups. The Nationals have won two straight games, and these two wins have come in the first two games of their series vs. the Angels.</p>

<p>At home, the Nationals are 28-31 this season, and they are 26-33 on the road. So far, they have been the favorite in 19 games, going 10-9 in those matchups. As for their games as the underdog, the Nationals are 44-55 this year. Washington's overall series record is 15-20-2, and they are 5-5 in their last 10 games.</p><p>The Nationals have been a solid bet on the run line this season, going 67-51 overall. They are 32-27 against the run line at home and 35-24 on the road. As the underdog, they are 58-41 against the run line, while they are just 9-10 when favored. Their average run differential on the season is -0.5 runs per game.</p><p>The Washington Nationals are playing the Los Angeles Angels at home today. The over/under line for today's game is set at 8.5 runs, which is below the Nationals' season average of 9.0 runs per game. This season, the Nationals have played 46 games with over/under lines set higher than 8.5 runs, which accounts for 39.0% of their games. Their over/under record for the season is 59-54, and when the line is set at 8.5 runs, their record is 17-17.</p><p>MacKenzie Gore will be looking to build off his last outing, where he picked up the win vs. the Giants. In that start, he went five innings and gave up four earned runs. Looking at his overall numbers, Gore has made 23 starts and has a record of 7-9. His ERA for the season is 4.66, along with a WHIP of 1.53. Opposing batters are hitting .267 off the left-hander this season. Gore has made five quality starts this year and is averaging 9.93 strikeouts per nine innings. For the season, he has allowed 11 home runs and is averaging 3.57 walks per nine innings.</p><p>Washington's offense has been pretty average this season, averaging 4.3 runs per game, which is 16th in the league. They have been even worse in terms of home runs, as their 96 homers is the worst mark in the MLB. However, they do have two of the league's top home run hitters in CJ Abrams and Luis Garcia Jr. Abrams has 17 homers this season, while Garcia Jr. has 14.</p>

<p>Garcia Jr. and Abrams have been swinging hot bats of late, with Garcia Jr. hitting .417 over his last 10 games and Abrams at .444. Garcia Jr. has three homers in that stretch, and Abrams has driven in six runs. Alex Call is also on a five-game hitting streak for the Nationals.</p>

Los Angeles Angels vs Washington Nationals Betting Pick & Prediction 8/11/24

<p>Making on a bet on this NHL game featuring the Penguins versus the Devils? The puck drops at 7:00 ET, and you can watch it all unfold on ESPN+. The game will be played at Prudential Center in Newark, NJ. The over/under for this matchup is currently set at 6.5 goals and the Devils are the -1.5 favorite to win at home vs. the Penguins.</p><h3>PITTSBURGH PENGUINS VS NEW JERSEY DEVILS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: New Jersey Devils -1.5</p><p>This game will be played at Prudential Center at 7:00 ET on Saturday, December 21st.</p><h3>WHY BET THE NEW JERSEY DEVILS:</h3><ul><li>Even though they are 1.5 goal underdogs, we see the Penguins winning this game by a score of 4-3.</li><li>We like the Penguins on the moneyline (+187)</li><li>The Penguins are also our pick on the spread at +1.5</li></ul><h3>Taking a Look at the Penguins Chances on the Road</h3><p>With a 3-1 road win over the Canadiens, the Penguins moved above .500 to 15-14-5. Pittsburgh, favored by -1.5 goals, covered the puck line. The total was set at 6.5 goals, but the game’s 4 combined goals fell short of that mark.</p> 

<p>Sidney Crosby led the way for the Penguins, scoring their first two goals. Blake Lizotte added an empty-netter to seal the win. Montreal’s only goal came in the third period, cutting the Penguins’ lead to 2-1 before Lizotte’s late tally.</p><p>Sidney Crosby led the way for the Penguins with two goals, including his fourth of the season just 4:03 into the first period. He added his fifth on a power play at 1:20 of the second period. Blake Lizotte chipped in with his second goal of the season, an empty-netter with 45 seconds left in the game.</p> <p>Pittsburgh fired 24 shots on goal and recorded 14 giveaways. The Penguins scored once in each of the first two periods before Lizotte’s late goal sealed the 3-1 win.</p><p>Defensively, the Penguins allowed just one goal, which came at 5:32 into the 3rd period. Alex Nedeljkovic made 25 saves, posting a 96.2% save percentage. Pittsburgh's defense also recorded 5 takeaways and 19 hits.</p><h3>Can New Jersey Deliver Being Favored at Home?</h3><p>The Devils fell to 21-11-3 after a 3-0 loss to the Flames. New Jersey was favored on the puck line, but failed to cover. The total was set at 6.5 goals, but the combined score of 3 fell short.</p> 

<p>Both teams were scoreless until the third period, when the Flames found the net three times. New Jersey’s offense struggled, managing only 22 shots on goal.</p><p>The Devils were shut out in their 3-0 loss to Calgary, managing 22 shots on goal but coming up empty. They had 19 giveaways and were unable to find the net in any of the three periods.</p> <p>New Jersey failed to score on the power play and didn’t record any shorthanded or empty-net goals. The team’s record now stands at 21-11-3 after the loss.</p><p>Defensively, the Devils held the Flames scoreless through the first two periods, but they gave up three goals in the third, including an empty netter. New Jersey's defense finished with 5 takeaways and 22 hits, while goaltender Jacob Markstrom made 29 saves with a 93.5% save percentage.</p>

Pittsburgh Penguins vs New Jersey Devils Betting Pick & Prediction 12/21/24

<p>Making on a bet on this NCAA game featuring the Mocs versus the Hoosiers? Tip off is at at 12:00 ET, and you can watch it all unfold on BTN. The game will be played at Simon Skjodt Assembly Hall in Bloomington, IN. The odds for this non-conference game currently have Indiana as the -14.5 favorite, with the over/under line sitting at 154.5 points.</p><h3>CHATTANOOGA MOCS VS INDIANA HOOSIERS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Chattanooga Mocs +14.5</p><p>This game will be played at Simon Skjodt Assembly Hall at 12:00 ET on Saturday, December 21st.</p><h3>WHY BET THE CHATTANOOGA MOCS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 79-68 in favor of the Hoosiers.</li><li>Even though we have Indiana winning straight-up, we like Chattanooga at +14.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 154.5 points, and we like the under with a projected 147 points.</li></ul><h3>Does Chattanooga Have a Shot at a Road Win?</h3><p>Chattanooga improved to 6-4 on the season with an 85-63 home win over Alabama A&M on Sunday. The Mocs entered the game as -16.5 point favorites and covered the spread, while the total points of 148 fell just under the 151 O/U line.</p> <p>Chattanooga took control early, leading 40-26 at halftime, and continued their strong play in the second half, outscoring the Bulldogs 45-37.</p><p>Chattanooga's offense was firing on all cylinders in their last game, putting up 85 points with a field goal percentage of 51%. Their effective field goal percentage was an impressive 65.3%, thanks in part to hitting 14 of 32 from beyond the arc, shooting 43.8% from three-point range. They also excelled at the free-throw line, making 21 of 24 attempts for an 87.5% success rate.</p> <p>Honor Huff led the way with 24 points, knocking down 6 threes at a 54.5% clip. Trey Bonham added 21 points, shooting 66.7% overall and 50% from deep. AC Bryant contributed 19 points, hitting 4 of 6 from three-point range, while Darius Ford connected on 3 of 4 threes, finishing with 11 points.</p><p>Chattanooga's defense gave up 63 points, allowing their opponent to shoot 51% from the field. They struggled to contain the two-point shots, with the opposing team hitting 64% on 11/17 shooting.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Chattanooga's defense allowed 14 threes on 32 attempts, a 43% success rate. They also sent their opponent to the free-throw line 24 times, where they converted 21 free throws at an 87% clip. Chattanooga gave up 9 offensive rebounds.</p><h3>Will the Hoosiers Pull Through as the Favored Home Team?</h3><p>Indiana's season record dropped to 8-3 after an 85-68 loss to Nebraska on Friday. The Hoosiers went into the game as +4.5 point underdogs and failed to cover the spread. The total points for the game ended at 153, just under the O/U line of 156.5.</p> <p>Indiana trailed 44-41 at halftime but struggled in the 2nd half, scoring only 27 points while allowing 41.</p><p>In their last game, the Hoosiers managed just 68 points, shooting 35.4% from the field. They hit only 22.9% of their threes, going 8-for-35, while their effective field goal percentage was 41.5%.</p> <p>Brice Williams led the way with 30 points, shooting 66.7% overall and from three-point range. Myles Rice added 20 points, hitting 61.5% of his shots, though he struggled from deep, making just 1 of 4 attempts.</p><p>Indiana's defense struggled, giving up 85 points on 61% shooting from the field. They allowed 22 two-point baskets on 35 attempts, a 62% success rate for their opponent.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Indiana's opponent shot 57%, hitting 8 of 14 threes. They also sent them to the line 26 times, where they made 17 free throws.</p>

Chattanooga Mocs vs Indiana Hoosiers NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 12/21/24

<p>At 7:00 ET, the 36-30 Philadelphia 76ers (-543) will host the 17-50 Charlotte Hornets (+400) in an Eastern Conference matchup. The 76ers are favored by 10.5 points and have lost their last two games.</p>

<p>This game will be played at the Wells Fargo Center in Philadelphia and can be seen on NBCS. The over/under line for the game is 207.5 points.</p><h3>CHARLOTTE HORNETS VS PHILADELPHIA 76ERS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Charlotte Hornets +10.5</p><p>This game will be played at Wells Fargo Center at 7:00 ET on Saturday, March 16th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE CHARLOTTE HORNETS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 108-105 in favor of the 76ers.</li><li>Our projections have Tyrese Maxey finishing with Tyrese Maxey points, 4 rebounds and 6 assists.</li><li>From the field, we have the 76ers finishing with a field goal percentage of 45.5% and knocking down 13 threes.</li></ul><h3>Can the Hornets Lock in a Road Win?</h3><p>As the underdog, the Hornets have gone 14-48 this season. Their average scoring margin as the underdog is -10.5 points per game. Coming into today's game, they have lost two straight games as the underdog.</p>

<p>On the road, Charlotte is 13-21 ATS, and their straight-up record on the road is 8-26. In terms of scoring differential, they are being outscored by an average of -11.6 PPG on the road.</p>

<p>This season, Charlotte has played in games with higher O/U lines than 207.5 in 65 of their 67 games. The average O/U line in their games is 226.3, and their games have averaged 223.8 points per game.</p>

<p>In their last game, the Hornets lost to the Suns by a score of 107-96. The O/U line for that game was 220 points, and Charlotte was a 10.5-point underdog. The loss dropped their record to 17-50 on the season, which is 13th in the Eastern Conference.</p>

<p>Overall, the Hornets are 26-39 ATS this season, and their O/U record is 31-36. Today, they are 10.5-point underdogs against the 76ers.</p><p>Heading into their game against the 76ers, the Hornets are one of the lowest-scoring teams in the league, averaging just 106.9 points per game (29th). On the road, they are averaging just 105.9 points per game (30th).</p>

<p>When it comes to three-point shooting, the Hornets are 27th in the league at 35%. Overall, they are shooting 45% from the field (28th).</p>

<p>One area where the Hornets have struggled this season is getting to the free-throw line. They are last in the league in free throw attempts per game (18.7) and have made an average of 14.6 per game (30th).</p><p>On defense, the Hornets are ranked 19th in the NBA this season. So far, they have given up more points than the NBA scoring average in 55.2% of their games. Charlotte's defense is currently forcing 13 turnovers per game, which is 19th in the league. Additionally, they enter the game ranked 23rd in blocked shots, with an average of 4.6 rejections per game.</p><h3>Does Philadelphia Have What it Takes to Win as Home Favorites?</h3><p>Despite being favored in their last two games, the 76ers have failed to cover the spread in both contests. As the favorite, they are 25-17 against the spread this season, and they are favored by 10.5 points today. As the favorite, they have gone 29-13 this season.</p>

<p>Philadelphia's O/U record for the season is 34-32, and the under has hit in their last four games. On average, their games have finished with 228 points, which is higher than today's line of 207.5.</p>

<p>In their most recent game, the 76ers lost to the Bucks by a score of 114-105. They were 7-point underdogs going into the game. This loss dropped their overall record to 36-30, which is currently 8th in the Eastern Conference.</p>

<p>Against Eastern Conference opponents, the 76ers are 24-20 compared to 12-10 against the West. In the Atlantic Division, they are in 3rd place.</p><p>The 76ers are one of the top teams in the league at getting to the free-throw line, leading the NBA in free throws made per game. At home, they are averaging 116.4 points per game, which is 14th in the league.</p>

<p>Philadelphia is 20th in the NBA in field goal percentage, shooting 46% from the field. They are also 23rd in three-point shooting percentage at 35%.</p>

<p>So far this season, the 76ers have outscored the NBA scoring average in 50% of their games. In terms of pace, they are 21st in the league.</p><p>At present, the 76ers' defense is ranked 12th, allowing 112.9 points per game. The Philadelphia defense has allowed opponents to shoot 35.1% from beyond the arc this season. Opposing teams are also hitting 47.4% of their field goal attempts vs. Philadelphia.</p>

Charlotte Hornets vs Philadelphia 76ers Betting Pick & Prediction 3/16/24

<p>Looking to win big? The Cardinals and Red Raiders face off at 1:00 ET on ESPN+. The Red Raiders are hosting the game at United Supermarkets Arena in Lubbock, TX. The over/under line for this matchup is currently at 141.5 points, and Texas Tech is favored by -23.5 at home against Lamar.</p><h3>LAMAR CARDINALS VS TEXAS TECH RED RAIDERS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Lamar Cardinals +23.5</p><p>This game will be played at United Supermarkets Arena at 1:00 ET on Saturday, December 21st.</p><h3>WHY BET THE LAMAR CARDINALS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 79-68 in favor of the Red Raiders.</li><li>Even though we have Texas Tech winning straight-up, we like Lamar at +23.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 141.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 147 points.</li></ul><h3>Does Lamar Have What it Takes to Win as Road Underdogs?</h3><h3>Lamar Cardinals Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>The Cardinals improved to 4-5 on the season with a 69-65 road win over Southern Miss on Tuesday. Lamar entered the game as 2-point favorites and covered the spread, while the total points of 134 fell just short of the 137.5 O/U line.</p> 

<p>Lamar led 36-31 at halftime and scored 33 points in the 2nd half, allowing 34 points to Southern Miss.</p><p>Lamar's offense put up 69 points in their last game, shooting 39.4% from the field and 31.8% from beyond the arc. Their effective field goal percentage was 45.5%, and they hit 66.7% of their free throws, going 10 for 15 from the line.</p> <p>Neftali Alvarez led the way with 21 points and 7 assists, shooting 50% overall despite hitting just 1 of 6 from three. Alexis Marmolejos added 20 points, connecting on 3 of 7 from deep, while Cody Pennebaker hit 3 of 5 from three, finishing with 16 points on 60% shooting.</p><p>Despite giving up 15 offensive rebounds, Lamar held their opponent to 65 points on 42% shooting from the field. The Cardinals were particularly effective in defending the three-point line, where they limited their opponent to just 2 made threes on 13 attempts, a 15% success rate.</p> <p>Inside the arc, Lamar's opponent shot 50%, converting 22 of 44 two-point attempts. The Cardinals also sent their opponent to the free-throw line 25 times, where they made 15, shooting 60%.</p><h3>Will Texas Tech Make it Happen at Home?</h3><p>Texas Tech improved to 8-2 on the season with an 86-50 win over Oral Roberts on Monday. The Red Raiders, who were -27.5 point favorites, covered the spread in the victory.</p> <p>Tech led 41-19 at halftime and added 45 points in the 2nd half while allowing 31. The total points for the game were 136, which was under the O/U line of 148.5.</p><p>Texas Tech put up 86 points in their last game, shooting 53.1% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 60.9%. They were dominant inside, hitting 68.6% of their two-point attempts, while connecting on 34.5% from beyond the arc.</p> <p>The Red Raiders dished out 26 assists, with Federiko Federiko and Chance McMillian each contributing 5. Federiko also grabbed 12 rebounds and scored 23 points, shooting 11/13 from the field. McMillian added 20 points, hitting 3 of 4 from deep and shooting 88.9% overall.</p><p>Despite giving up 50 points, Texas Tech's defense struggled, allowing the opponent to shoot 53% from the field. The Red Raiders couldn't contain the two-point attack, with the other team hitting 68% of their shots inside the arc.</p> <p>From three-point range, Texas Tech's defense allowed 10 threes on 29 attempts, a 34% shooting rate. They also sent the opponent to the free-throw line 13 times, where they made 8, shooting 61%. The Red Raiders gave up 13 offensive rebounds.</p>

Lamar Cardinals vs Texas Tech Red Raiders NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 12/21/24

College Basketball

Villanova Wildcats vs Creighton Bluejays NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 12/21/24

UNC Asheville Bulldogs vs UNCW Seahawks NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 12/21/24

Mercer Bears vs Winthrop Eagles NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 12/21/24

Youngstown State Penguins vs USC Upstate Spartans NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 12/21/24

Portland State Vikings vs Bakersfield Roadrunners NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 12/21/24

Albany Great Danes vs Fordham Rams NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 12/21/24

Washington State Cougars vs Northern Iowa Panthers NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 12/21/24

Utah Runnin' Utes vs Iowa Hawkeyes NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 12/21/24

Fairleigh Dickinson Knights vs Minnesota Golden Gophers NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 12/21/24

<p>Making on a bet on this NCAA game featuring the Bulldogs versus the Tigers? Tip off is at at 12:30 ET, and you can watch it all unfold on CBS. The game will be played at FedExForum in Memphis, TN. The odds for this non-conference game currently have Memphis as the -1 favorite, with the over/under line sitting at 152.5 points.</p><h3>MISSISSIPPI STATE BULLDOGS VS MEMPHIS TIGERS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Memphis Tigers -1</p><p>This game will be played at FedExForum at 12:30 ET on Saturday, December 21st.</p><h3>WHY BET THE MEMPHIS TIGERS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 81-66 in favor of the Tigers.</li><li>Not only will Memphis pick up the win, but look for them to cover at -1.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 152.5 points, and we like the under with a projected 147 points.</li></ul><h3>Does Mississippi State Stand a Chance on the Road?</h3><p>Mississippi State improved to 10-1 on the season with an 83-59 win over Central Michigan on Tuesday. The Bulldogs, playing at home, were -20.5 point favorites and covered the spread. The game’s total points reached 142, falling short of the 148.5 O/U line.</p> <p>After leading 32-25 at halftime, Mississippi State’s offense exploded in the 2nd half, scoring 51 points while holding Central Michigan to 34 points.</p><p>Mississippi State put up 83 points in their last game, shooting 49.3% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 56.3%. They connected on 57.1% of their two-point attempts and 37.9% from beyond the arc, hitting 11 threes. However, their free-throw shooting was a struggle, as they went just 2-for-7 (28.6%).</p> <p>The Bulldogs dished out 24 assists and grabbed 15 offensive rebounds. Claudell Harris Jr. hit 5 threes, shooting 62.5% from deep and finishing with 19 points. Michael Nwoko also added 18 points, shooting 66.7% from the field in just 18 minutes of play.</p><p>Even though Mississippi State gave up 59 points, they allowed their opponent to shoot 49% from the field, with 35 made baskets on 71 attempts. Inside the arc, the Bulldogs' defense struggled, as they allowed 57% shooting on 24/42 from two-point range.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Mississippi State's opponent hit 11 threes on 29 attempts, good for 37%. The Bulldogs did catch a break at the free-throw line, where their opponent shot just 28%, making only 2 of 7 attempts. However, Mississippi State gave up 15 offensive rebounds.</p><h3>Can the Tigers Please their Home Crowd?</h3><p>Memphis moved to 9-2 on the season with a 64-62 win over Virginia on Wednesday. The Tigers were -3.5 favorites going into the game but didn’t cover the spread. The total points for the game were 126, falling short of the O/U line of 130.5.</p> <p>Memphis trailed 30-21 at halftime but turned things around in the second half, outscoring Virginia 43-32 to secure the win.</p><p>Memphis struggled offensively in their last game, scoring just 64 points while shooting 37.5% from the field. They hit only 21.7% from beyond the arc, making 5 of 23 attempts, though they were solid at the free-throw line, converting 81% of their shots.</p> <p>PJ Haggerty led the way with 27 points and 5 assists, shooting 53.3% overall. Elijah Saunders added 15 points, hitting 3 of 4 from deep, while Dain Dainja contributed 11 rebounds.</p><p>Memphis held their opponent to 62 points, with a defensive effort that limited them to 39% shooting from the field. The Tigers gave up 21 field goals on 53 attempts.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Memphis allowed 6 threes on 19 attempts, a 31% shooting rate. They also sent their opponent to the line 18 times, where they made 14 free throws.</p>

Mississippi State Bulldogs vs Memphis Tigers NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 12/21/24

<p>One of the most interesting horse races in the U.S. this weekend will take place at Keeneland, as a star-studded field of runners will line up in the Makers’ Mark Mile Stakes. This race will cover a distance of a mile, and it is one of the standout races to be staged across the opening weeks of the Spring Meeting at Keeneland.</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="h-race-information-amp-records">Race Information &amp; Records</h2>



<p>The <a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Maker%27s_Mark_Mile_Stakes" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Maker’s Mark Mile Stakes</a> has been staged annually since 1989, with the race previously known as the Fort Harrod Stakes. It is run on the turf, with a purse of $600,000 available to winning connections. It has been a Grade One affair since 2008, with a number of winners throughout history later landing massive prizes. Opening Verse won the 1991 edition of the race, before later claiming the Breeders’ Cup Mile.</p>



<p>Meanwhile, Artie Schiller and Miesque’s Approval also achieved the feat. Miss Temple City is the only mare to have won the race. Chez Pierre showcased the international prestige of this race 12 months ago when winning in a speed record time for trainer Arnaud Delacour.</p>



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<h3 class="wp-block-heading" id="h-master-of-the-seas">Master Of The Seas</h3>



<p>There could be further international success in the race this year, with Charlie Appleby’s Master of the Seas likely to be a very short price favorite. William Buick travels over to take the ride on the Godolphin runner.</p>



<p>He was sensational at the end of last season to land the G1 Breeders’ Cup Mile, and he has plenty of international experience already in the book, which includes a second in the G1 Turf Mile Stakes at Keeneland last year. Has the right profile to dominate this field, and connections will be hopeful of a very bold showing.</p>



<h3 class="wp-block-heading" id="h-du-jour">Du Jour</h3>



<p>Du Jour is a runner from the Bob Baffert yard that will line up in the Maker’s Mark Mile this weekend. This five-year-old returned to action with a very impressive display last month, landing the G1 Frank E. Kilroe Mile Stakes with a speed rating of 115.</p>



<p>That performance certainly puts him in the frame in this company. However, he does have form to find on Master of the Seas after finishing well behind his reappearing rival when tenth in the G1 Breeders’ Cup Mile last November. But, he could have a fitness edge this weekend.</p>



<h3 class="wp-block-heading" id="h-emmanuel">Emmanuel</h3>



<p>Emmanuel is another hope for the home team this weekend, with Irad Ortiz taking the ride on the Todd Pletcher-trained runner.</p>



<p>It was hard not to have been impressed by his return to the track last month, as he breezed clear of the field to land the G3 Canadian Turf Stakes with a speed figure of 115 at Gulfstream Park. That was a fourth victory in Grade Three company, but he is yet to make a breakthrough at the top level.</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="h-maker-s-mark-mile-stakes-prediction">Maker’s Mark Mile Stakes Prediction</h2>



<p>If returning at the same level as last season, Master of the Seas is very much the runner to beat this weekend. However, a chance could be taken on Appleby’s Naval Power, who could be the team’s Breeders’ Cup contender this year.</p>



<p>The four-year-old has already won this season after scoring in Meydan, while he has suffered just one defeat in seven career starts, and there was no shame in that loss in the G1 Dewhurst at the start of October 2022.</p>

Keeneland- Maker’s Mark Mile Stakes Preview &amp; Prediction

College football is one of the most popular betting options in the United States, and it’s also a sport that is enjoyed by many as well. College football begins in the early part of September, and a national champion is crowned in January every single year.

When it comes to college football, there are three different divisions that are played. It’s the teams that play at the highest level that attracts the most attention, and that’s also where you see most of the betting options.

There are just four teams that make it to the College Football Playoff each year, but that number is going to be expanding soon. There are other major bowl games that take place throughout the year, and those teams are chosen based on how they perform during the regular season.

This article will not only give you the best college football betting sites &amp; sportsbooks, but it will also give you tips so you know how to bet on college football.
<h2 id="h-where-to-bet-college-football" class="wp-block-heading">WHERE TO BET COLLEGE FOOTBALL</h2>
Knowing how to bet on college football is going to be an important step, but you also need to know where you should be wagering. Choosing the right sportsbook is going to be a huge part in sports betting, especially during the college football season.

Here are six of the best college football sportsbooks to use the next time that you are wanting to wager on the sport.

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Buffalo Bulls vs Liberty Flames Betting Pick & Prediction Bahamas Bowl

Louisville Cardinals vs Washington Huskies Betting Pick & Prediction Tony the Tiger Sun Bowl

Baylor Bears vs LSU Tigers Betting Pick & Prediction Kinder's Texas Bowl

Alabama Crimson Tide vs Michigan Wolverines Betting Pick & Prediction ReliaQuest Bowl

South Carolina Gamecocks vs Illinois Fighting Illini Betting Pick & Prediction Cheez-It Citrus Bowl

Iowa Hawkeyes vs Missouri Tigers Betting Pick & Prediction TransPerfect Music City Bowl

Louisiana Ragin Cajuns vs TCU Horned Frogs Betting Pick & Prediction Isleta New Mexico Bowl

UConn Huskies vs North Carolina Tar Heels Betting Pick & Prediction Wasabi Fenway Bowl

Iowa State Cyclones vs Miami Hurricanes Betting Pick & Prediction Pop-Tarts Bowl

BYU Cougars vs Colorado Buffaloes Betting Pick & Prediction Valero Alamo Bowl

<p>Looking to win big? The Jayhawks and Shockers face off at 4:00 ET on ESPN2. The Shockers are hosting the game at T-Mobile Center in Kansas City, MO. In this non-conference matchup, the Jayhawks are the betting favorite against the Shockers. The over/under for the game is 147 points.</p><h3>KANSAS JAYHAWKS VS WICHITA STATE SHOCKERS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Wichita State Shockers +13</p><p>This game will be played at T-Mobile Center at 4:00 ET on Saturday, December 30th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE WICHITA STATE SHOCKERS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 74-69 in favor of the Shockers.</li><li>Not only will Wichita State pick up the win, but look for them to cover at +13.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 147 points, and we like the under with a projected 143 points.</li></ul><h3>Will Kansas Make it Happen on the Road?</h3><p>So far this season, Kansas has played 12 games and has a record of 11-1. In their four road games, they are 3-1, and at home, they are undefeated at 8-0. As of now, Kansas holds a 4-8 record against the spread for the season leading up to today's game. In away games, Kansas is 0-4 vs. the spread this season and has a 4-6 ATS record in their previous ten road games.</p><p>Kansas' games have, on average, featured 144.2 points per game leading to an over/under record of 4-8-0. Their average over/under line is currently 145.7 points so far. Over the course of the last five games, the Jayhawks' games have averaged 141 points per game, along with an over/under record of 1-4.</p><p>In their recent game, the Jayhawks' offense concluded with 75 points, consistent with their ongoing season average of 79.1 points per contest. The top scorer for the Jayhawks was Kevin McCullar Jr. with 34 points, while Nicolas Timberlake also chipped in with 13 points.</p><p>So far this season, the Kansas defense has been performing well, ranking 50th in the country at 65.2 points allowed per contest. In terms of field goal percentage allowed, Kansas' defense has allowed opponents to shoot 38.7% from the field, including a three-point shooting percentage allowed of 32.6% this season.</p><h3>Can the Shockers Offense Score Enough at Home?</h3><p>As of now, Wichita State has a record of 8-4. The Shockers have played four games on the road this season and have a record of 2-2. At home, they have a record of 5-2. As Wichita State faces Kansas, their against-the-spread (ATS) record stands at 4-7. When playing away, the Shockers are 1-3 vs. the spread, while at home they are 3-4 ATS.</p><p>Looking at their over/under performance through 12 games, Wichita State has an over/under record of 6-5-0, with their games averaging 145.4 points per game on average. In their most recent three games, the Shockers' over/under record is 0-3, with their games averaging 138 points per game.</p><p>The Wichita State offense is coming off a game where they scored 60 points against Kansas State. They posted a field goal percentage of 41.3% and connected on 3 threes. Coming into the game, the Shockers offense has strugled with their outside shot this season, hitting threes at a rate of just 31%. On average, they get up 20.5 three-point attempts per game and are averaging 12.7 made free-throws.</p><p>Currently, the Shockers' defense holds the 132nd rank in the nation, allowing 70.6 points per game. Against Kansas State, the Shockers' defense gave up 69 points and did a good job not fouling. For the game, Kansas State only made 5 free-throws.</p>

Kansas Jayhawks vs Wichita State Shockers Betting Pick & Prediction 12/30/23

<p>At 1:10 PM ET, the Dodgers and Tigers face off in an interleague matchup. This one is being played at Comerica Park in Detroit, and the Tigers are the slight money line underdog (+114). The Dodgers are 1st in the NL West with a record of 56-39, while the Tigers are 4th in the AL Central at 45-50.</p>

<p>SNLA will be televising Saturday's Dodgers-Tigers matchup, and the over/under line is at 9 runs. Justin Wrobleski is starting for the Dodgers, while the Tigers are going with Keider Montero.</p><h3>LOS ANGELES DODGERS VS DETROIT TIGERS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Los Angeles Dodgers Moneyline -135</p><p>This game will be played at Comerica Park at 1:10 ET on Saturday, July 13th.</p><h3>HOW TO BET THE DODGERS VS TIGERS:</h3><ul><li>We have the Dodgers winning by a score of 6 to 4</li><li>If you're looking for a run line pick, we also like the Dodgers to cover</li><li>As for an over/under pick, we have this game finishing with 10 runs and like the over</li></ul><p>It was a low-scoring game in the most recent game of this Dodgers vs Tigers series. Los Angeles went into the matchup as +130 underdogs and squeaked out a 4-3 win. The Dodgers had a two-run 4th inning and then scored the game's go-ahead run in the 9th. As for the Tigers, they scored their final run in the 5th.</p>

<p>James Paxton got the start for the Dodgers, going just 3 2/3 innings while giving up three runs and striking out four. Michael Petersen got the win out of the bullpen, and Daniel Hudson got the save. Tarik Skubal put together a good outing for the Tigers, giving up two earned runs across six innings of work.</p>

<p>Freddie Freeman was the only Dodgers hitter to have more than one hit, as he went 2/5 with a home run. Justyn-Henry Malloy also had a two-hit game for Los Angeles. As for the Tigers, Mark Canha went 2/2 with an RBI.</p><h3>Dodgers Records & Stats</h3><p>Los Angeles is 56-39 overall this season, and they lead the NL West by eight games over the Diamondbacks. The Dodgers have gone 18-15 against other teams in the NL West. They have won four straight games, and their winning streak started with the final game before the All-Star break.</p>

<p>At home, the Dodgers are 28-19 this season, and they have gone 28-20 on the road. So far, they have been much better as the favorite, putting up a record of 53-32. Los Angeles is just 3-7 as the underdog this year, and their overall series record is 18-13-1.</p><p>When betting the run line on the Dodgers this season, it's been a coin flip. They are 47-48 overall, but have been better on the road, going 26-22. They have been favored in most games, going 43-42, and their average run margin in winning games is 3.9 runs, compared to -3.3 in losses.</p><p>The Dodgers are on the road in Detroit today, and the over/under line for the game is set at 9 runs. The combined run average for Dodgers games this season is 8.9 runs, and their over/under record is 49-46. The average over/under line for their games is also 9 runs. When the line is set at 9 runs, their over/under record is 6-5. The under has hit in their last three games.</p><p>Justin Wrobleski and the Dodgers are on the road to take on the Tigers. Wrobleski is coming off of a start where he took the loss against the Brewers, giving up 4 earned runs over 5 innings of work.</p><p>Shohei Ohtani has been the Dodgers' top hitter this season, batting .312 with 28 home runs and 67 RBIs. His 28 homers are the 2nd most in the league and is also the top mark on the team. Teoscar Hernandez is also having a strong season, as his 19 homers and 61 RBIs are both 2nd on the team. Hernandez has been even better of late, going 13/38 in his last 10 games.</p>

<p>As a team, the Dodgers are 4th in the league in scoring at 4.9 runs per game. They have been especially good at home, where they are also averaging 4.9 runs per game. Overall, they are the league's top on-base percentage team and have the best OPS in the league.</p><h3>Tigers Records & Stats</h3><p>Detroit is 45-50 overall and trails the Guardians by 13 games in the AL Central. So far, they have gone 16-13 in divisional games. The Tigers are looking to bounce back after dropping the first game of their series with the Dodgers. Overall, they have won seven of their last ten games.</p>

<p>As the home underdog, the Tigers are 7-9 this year, and they are 24-30 as the underdog overall. Detroit has been slightly better than .500 at home, going 22-24 compared to 23-26 on the road. So far, they have been right around .500 both as the favorite and as the underdog, coming in at 21-20 as the favorite.</p><p>When the Tigers win, they do so by an average of 3.7 runs per game. When they lose, they do so by an average of 3.5 runs per game. Their run line record is 44-51, and they are 26-23 on the run line on the road. They have covered the run line in five straight games as the underdog.</p><p>Today's over/under line of 9 runs is higher than the average line for Detroit Tigers games this season, which has been set at 8 runs. The Tigers have played 81 games with lower lines than 9 runs, and their games have averaged 8.5 runs per game this season. Their over/under record for the season is 50-42, and when the line has been set at 9 runs, they have gone 5-4-1.</p><p>Keider Montero will be taking the mound for the Tigers in their matchup against the Dodgers. Montero has started 2 games so far this season and has a win and a no-decision. In his last start, he went 6 1/3 innings and picked up the win, but he did allow 2 earned runs. In his first start of the season, he went 6 1/3 innings, giving up 3 runs on 4 hits.</p><p>Heading into today's game, the Tigers are 19th in the league in scoring at 4.2 runs per game. This is the same average they have put up at home and just a tick below their average on the road. As a team, they are batting .232, which is 15th in the league, and their team on-base percentage of .298 is 16th in the league. Detroit's team OPS of .681 is 23rd in the MLB.</p>

<p>Riley Greene has been the Tigers' top run producer this season, as he has gone deep 17 times and has a team-high 50 RBIs. Greene is also batting .266 for the season. Matt Vierling is 2nd on the team with 12 homers and 39 RBIs, but he is batting just .246 for the year. Over his last six games, Gio Urshela is batting .360, and Colt Keith has gone 6/18 in his last six games.</p>

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<p>Planning on watching today's Tigers and Scarlet Knights game? Catch the action at Prudential Center in Newark, NJ, as the Scarlet Knights hosts this showdown at 12:00 ET on FS1. The over/under for this game is set at 152.5 points, and Rutgers is favored by -5.5 against Princeton in a non-conference matchup.</p><h3>PRINCETON TIGERS VS RUTGERS SCARLET KNIGHTS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Rutgers Scarlet Knights -5.5</p><p>This game will be played at Prudential Center at 12:00 ET on Saturday, December 21st.</p><h3>WHY BET THE RUTGERS SCARLET KNIGHTS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 78-69 in favor of the Scarlet Knights.</li><li>Not only will Rutgers pick up the win, but look for them to cover at -5.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 152.5 points, and we like the under with a projected 147 points.</li></ul><h3>Can the Tigers Offense Score Enough on the Road?</h3><h3>Princeton Tigers Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Princeton improved to 7-4 on the season with a 71-67 win over Monmouth on Tuesday. The Tigers were -14 favorites going into the game but didn’t cover the spread. The combined points of 138 fell short of the O/U line of 146.</p> 

<p>Princeton led 30-29 at halftime and scored 41 points in the 2nd half while allowing 38. They’ll look to build on this win as they move forward in the season.</p><p>Princeton's offense put up 71 points in their last game, shooting 46.9% from the field and 33.3% from beyond the arc, hitting 10 of 30 three-point attempts. Their effective field goal percentage was 57.1%, thanks in part to their 68.4% shooting on two-point attempts (13/19).</p> <p>Abdi Bashir Jr. led the way with 26 points, hitting 5 of 10 from three-point range, while Xaivian Lee added 23 points and 6 assists. Blake Peters also contributed, going 4 of 8 from deep and finishing with 14 points.</p><p>Princeton's defense gave up 67 points, with their opponents shooting 46% from the field. Inside the arc, they allowed 13/19 shooting, which is 68%.</p> <p>From three-point range, Princeton's opponents went 10/30, hitting 33%. They also sent them to the line 23 times, where they made 15 free throws, shooting 65%. Princeton allowed 7 offensive rebounds.</p><h3>Can the Rutgers Offense Score Enough at Home?</h3><h3>Rutgers Scarlet Knights Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>The Scarlet Knights improved to 7-4 on the season with a 66-63 win over Seton Hall on Saturday. Despite being favored by 10.5 points, Rutgers didn’t cover the spread. The game’s total points of 129 fell short of the 134.5 O/U line.</p> 

<p>Rutgers trailed 33-27 at halftime but turned things around in the second half, outscoring Seton Hall 39-30 to secure the win.</p><p>Rutgers put up 66 points in their last game, shooting 53.5% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 60.5%. They were particularly strong from beyond the arc, hitting 53.8% of their threes (7/13), while their free-throw shooting left much to be desired at 46.4% (13/28).</p> <p>Dylan Harper led the way with 24 points, connecting on 4 of 7 from deep and shooting 61.5% overall. Ace Bailey added 21 points, hitting 2 of 3 from three-point range and shooting 60% from the field. Rutgers managed just 5 offensive rebounds and finished with 7 assists as a team.</p><p>Despite giving up 63 points, Rutgers' defense struggled to contain their opponents, who shot 53% from the field. They allowed 23 made field goals on 43 attempts.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Rutgers gave up 7 three-pointers on 13 attempts, with their opponents shooting 53% from three-point range. The Scarlet Knights also sent their opponents to the free-throw line 28 times, where they made 13 free throws.</p>

Princeton Tigers vs Rutgers Scarlet Knights NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 12/21/24

<p>Betting on today's Great Danes and Rams game? Catch the action at Rose Hill Gymnasium in Bronx, NY, as the Rams hosts this showdown at 2:00 ET on ESPN+. The over/under line for this matchup is currently at 153.5 points, and Fordham is favored by -7.5 at home against Albany.</p><h3>ALBANY GREAT DANES VS FORDHAM RAMS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Albany Great Danes +7.5</p><p>This game will be played at Rose Hill Gymnasium at 2:00 ET on Saturday, December 21st.</p><h3>WHY BET THE ALBANY GREAT DANES:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 76-70 in favor of the Rams.</li><li>Even though we have Fordham winning straight-up, we like Albany at +7.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 153.5 points, and we like the under with a projected 146 points.</li></ul><h3>Will Albany Shock Everyone at Rose Hill Gymnasium?</h3><h3>Albany Great Danes Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>The Great Danes improved to 5-6 on the season with a 74-66 win over Sacred Heart on Wednesday. Albany, who entered the game as +3.5 underdogs, not only pulled off the upset but also covered the spread.</p> 

<p>Albany trailed 34-30 at halftime but turned things around in the 2nd half, outscoring Sacred Heart 44-32. The game’s total points of 140 fell short of the 155.5 O/U line.</p><p>In their latest game, Albany's offense put up 74 points, shooting 39% from the field and 24% from beyond the arc, hitting just 6 of 25 three-point attempts. Their effective field goal percentage was 42.9%, while they connected on 72.7% of their free throws, going 8 for 11 from the line.</p> <p>The Great Danes grabbed 19 offensive rebounds, with Tanner Thomas and Amar'e Marshall each scoring 16 points. Thomas shot 50% overall, while Marshall hit 3 of 8 from deep. Nyle Ralph-Beyer was efficient, shooting 62.5% from the field and 50% from three, contributing 13 points in 21 minutes.</p><p>Albany's defense held their opponent to 66 points on 40% shooting from the field, with 26 made baskets on 65 attempts. Inside the arc, the Great Danes allowed 21 two-point field goals on 42 attempts, a 50% shooting rate.</p> <p>From three-point range, Albany's defense limited their opponent to just 5 made threes on 23 attempts, a 21% success rate. The Great Danes also sent their opponent to the free-throw line 10 times, where they converted 9 of those attempts, shooting 90%.</p><h3>Will the Fordham Defense Show Up at Home?</h3><h3>Fordham Rams Recent Game/Games</h3> <p>Fordham improved to 6-5 on the season with an 86-84 win over Bryant on Saturday. The Rams entered the game as -1.5 favorites and covered the spread with the victory.</p> <p>Fordham led 42-36 at halftime but allowed 48 points in the second half while scoring 44 of their own. The game’s total points of 170 exceeded the O/U line of 159.5.</p><p>Fordham put up 86 points in their last game, shooting 43.5% from the field and 30.4% from beyond the arc. Their effective field goal percentage was 49.3%, and they hit 86.4% of their free throws, going 19-for-22 from the line.</p> <p>Jackie Johnson III led the way with 29 points, hitting 4-of-11 from three. Kvonn Cramer added 23 points, making both of his three-point attempts and shooting 66.7% overall. Earl Timberlake contributed 21 points and 10 rebounds, along with 8 assists.</p><p>Fordham's defense gave up 84 points in their last game, allowing their opponent to shoot 44% from the field on 27 of 61 attempts. Inside the arc, they allowed 48% shooting, with the opposing team hitting 21 of 43 two-point shots.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Fordham's defense held their opponent to 33% shooting, as they made 6 of 18 three-point attempts. However, Fordham sent them to the free-throw line 31 times, where they converted 24 for 77%. Fordham also gave up 12 offensive rebounds.</p>

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<p>The Mountaineers and Hurricanes are set to face off at 2:00 ET on ACC. The Hurricanes will host the game at Watsco Center in Coral Gables, FL. This non-conference matchup has an over/under of 150.5 points, and Miami is favored by -17.5 vs. Mount St. Mary's.</p><h3>MOUNT ST. MARY'S MOUNTAINEERS VS MIAMI HURRICANES BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Mount St. Mary's Mountaineers +17.5</p><p>This game will be played at Watsco Center at 2:00 ET on Saturday, December 21st.</p><h3>WHY BET THE MOUNT ST. MARY'S MOUNTAINEERS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 79-68 in favor of the Hurricanes.</li><li>Even though we have Miami winning straight-up, we like Mount St. Mary's at +17.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 150.5 points, and we like the under with a projected 147 points.</li></ul><h3>Do the Mountaineers Stand a Chance in Coral Gables?</h3><h3>Mount St. Mary's Mountaineers Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Mount St. Mary's improved to 6-4 on the season with an 80-72 road win over LIU on Wednesday. The Mountaineers entered the game as +2.5 point underdogs but not only pulled off the win, they also covered the spread.</p> 

<p>Leading 34-29 at halftime, Mount St. Mary's put up 46 points in the 2nd half while allowing 43. The game’s total points of 152 exceeded the O/U line of 140.5.</p><p>Mount St. Mary's managed to put up 80 points in their last game, despite shooting just 32.3% from the field. Their effective field goal percentage was 38.7%, with two-point shooting at 33.3% and three-point shooting at 31% (9/29). The Mountaineers were able to make up for their shooting struggles by hitting 31 free throws on 41 attempts, good for 75.6% from the line.</p> <p>Malachi Davis led the way with 23 points, though he shot 6/18 from the field and missed all 4 of his three-point attempts. Dola Adebayo added 16 points, hitting 2 of 3 from beyond the arc, while Blake Lander and Abdou Khadre Kebe each contributed 12 points, with Kebe going 2/7 from three-point range. The Mountaineers also grabbed 21 offensive rebounds and dished out 16 assists in the win.</p><p>Mount St. Mary's defense gave up 72 points in their last game, with their opponents shooting 42% from the field. That included 48% shooting on two-point attempts, where they went 15/31.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, the opposing team hit 6 of 18 threes, good for 33%. They also got to the free-throw line 32 times, making 24 of those attempts, or 75%. Mount St. Mary's allowed 11 offensive rebounds.</p><h3>Can the Miami Offense Score Enough at Home?</h3><p>Miami improved to 4-7 on the season with a 94-75 win over Presbyterian on Sunday. Playing at home, the Hurricanes were -18 favorites and covered the spread. The game’s total points reached 169, surpassing the O/U line of 143.5.</p> <p>Miami took control early, leading 49-33 at halftime. They added 45 points in the 2nd half while allowing 42, maintaining their lead throughout the game.</p><p>Miami's offense was firing on all cylinders in their last game, putting up 94 points with a field goal percentage of 67.3% (35/52) and an effective field goal percentage of 73.1%. They shot 73.7% on two-point attempts (28/38) and 50% from beyond the arc (7/14), while also hitting 77.3% of their free throws (17/22).</p> <p>Matthew Cleveland led the way with 24 points on 9/12 shooting, including 2/3 from three-point range. Brandon Johnson added 22 points, hitting 9/11 shots, while Lynn Kidd contributed 20 points and 11 rebounds, shooting 8/9 from the field.</p><p>Despite Miami's defensive struggles, they managed to score 75 points in their last game. The Hurricanes shot 67% from the field, making 35 of their 52 attempts.</p> <p>Inside the arc, Miami was 28/38, shooting 73%. From three-point range, they hit 7 of 14 shots, good for 50%. They also went 17/22 from the free-throw line, shooting 77%. Miami gave up 6 offensive rebounds.</p>

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<p>Making on a bet on this NCAA game featuring the Owls versus the Spartans? Tip off is at at 10:30 ET, and you can watch it all unfold on MWN. The game will be played at Provident Credit Union Event Center in San Jose, CA. The over/under for this non-conference contest is set at 152.5 points, with San Jose State being favored by -3.5 over Kennesaw State.</p><h3>KENNESAW STATE OWLS VS SAN JOSE STATE SPARTANS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Kennesaw State Owls +3.5</p><p>This game will be played at Provident Credit Union Event Center at 10:30 ET on Saturday, December 21st.</p><h3>WHY BET THE KENNESAW STATE OWLS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 74-72 in favor of the Spartans.</li><li>Even though we have San Jose State winning straight-up, we like Kennesaw State at +3.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 152.5 points, and we like the under with a projected 146 points.</li></ul><h3>Can Kennesaw State Stun the Crowd at Provident Credit Union Event Center?</h3><p>Kennesaw State fell to 5-4 on the season after a 94-74 road loss to Santa Clara on Wednesday. Entering the game as +15 point underdogs, the Owls not only lost but also failed to cover the spread. The total points for the game reached 168, surpassing the over/under line of 157.5.</p> <p>The Owls trailed 42-29 at halftime and were unable to mount a comeback, allowing 52 points in the second half while scoring 45 of their own.</p><p>Adama-Alpha Bal and Adrian Wooley led the way for Kennesaw State, each scoring 27 and 25 points respectively in their last game. Bal hit 6 of 11 from beyond the arc, while Wooley connected on 3 of 5 threes, shooting 60% overall.</p> <p>The Owls shot 46.9% from the field, with an effective field goal percentage of 55.1%. They hit 36.4% of their threes, going 8 for 22, and made 20 of 29 free throws (69%).</p><p>Despite Kennesaw State's defensive efforts, they allowed 94 points on 50% shooting from the field. The Owls gave up 17 baskets on 25 attempts from two-point range, a 68% success rate for their opponent.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Kennesaw State's defense saw 11 threes go down on 31 attempts, a 35% clip. They also sent the opposing team to the line 34 times, where they converted 27 free throws at a 79% rate.</p><h3>Is It the Spartans Game to Lose at Home?</h3><h3>San Jose State Spartans Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>San Jose State improved to 4-6 on the season with a 107-100 win over Cal Poly on Saturday, December 14th. The Spartans, who were favored by 6 points, covered the spread in the victory.</p> 

<p>San Jose State led 45-40 at halftime and scored 46 points in the 2nd half, while allowing 51 points. The total points for the game were 207, well over the O/U line of 154.5.</p><p>San Jose State's offense was firing on all cylinders, putting up 107 points while shooting 52.7% from the field. Their effective field goal percentage was 59.5%, with a strong 63.8% shooting inside the arc and 33.3% from three-point range. They also hit 20 of 29 free throws, good for 69%.</p> <p>Sadaidriene Hall led the way with 33 points and 11 rebounds, shooting 66.7% overall and 40% from deep. Owen Koonce added 32 points, hitting 4 of 6 threes for 66.7% from beyond the arc. Mac Riniker was perfect from the field, going 5 for 5.</p><p>San Jose State's defense struggled in their last game, giving up 100 points on 52% shooting. They allowed 63% shooting from inside the arc, with their opponents hitting 30 of 47 two-point attempts.</p> <p>From three-point range, San Jose State's opponents shot 33%, making 9 of 27 attempts. They also sent their opponents to the free-throw line 29 times, where they converted 20 free throws.</p>

Kennesaw State Owls vs San Jose State Spartans NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 12/21/24

<p>Don't miss out on the NHL showdown between the Avalanche and Ducks. The game is starting at 10:00 ET on ESPN+, and it's hosted by the Ducks at Honda Center in Anaheim, CA. Get ready to place your bets! The Avalanche are favored by -1.5 in this Western conference contest against the Ducks. The game's over/under currently sits at 6.5 goals.</p><h3>COLORADO AVALANCHE VS ANAHEIM DUCKS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Anaheim Ducks +1.5</p><p>This game will be played at Honda Center at 10:00 ET on Friday, December 20th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE ANAHEIM DUCKS:</h3><ul><li>Even though they are considered 1.5-goal underdogs, our projection points to a 4-2 win for the Ducks.</li><li>We like the Ducks on the moneyline (+189)</li><li>The Ducks are also our pick on the spread at +1.5</li></ul><h3>Is A Road Victory Likely for the Favored Avalanche?</h3><p>With a 5-2 loss to the Predators, the Avalanche now sit at 19-15-0. Colorado held a 1-0 lead early in the second period, but Nashville responded with five unanswered goals.</p> 

<p>The total for the game was set at 6.5 goals, and the combined 7 goals went over that mark. The Avalanche were underdogs on the puck line, and their two goals weren’t enough to cover.</p><p>In their 5-2 loss to the Predators, the Avalanche took 30 shots on goal but only found the net twice. Cale Makar opened the scoring with his 5th goal of the season on a power play, while Nathan MacKinnon added his 6th goal late in the third period.</p> <p>MacKinnon also recorded his 14th assist on Makar's goal, and Makar picked up his 16th assist on MacKinnon's goal. The Avalanche had 23 giveaways in the game.</p><p>Defensively, the Avalanche gave up the tying goal at 11:29 in the second period and allowed four more after that, including two empty-netters late in the third. Justus Annunen made 21 saves with a save percentage of 87.5%.</p><h3>Will Anaheim Find a Way to Win at Home?</h3><p>Anaheim fell to 12-14-4 after a 4-2 road loss to the Blackhawks. The Ducks were favored on the puck line, but failed to cover. The total was set at 6.5 goals, and the combined 6 goals fell just short of that mark.</p> 

<p>The Ducks’ defense struggled early, allowing two goals in the first period and another in the second before finally scoring in the third. Brock McGinn put Anaheim on the board at 9:44 in the third, and Mason McTavish added another with just 4 seconds left in the game.</p><p>Anaheim’s offense managed 39 shots on goal, but only found the net twice in their 4-2 loss to Chicago. Brock McGinn scored his second goal of the season, while Mason McTavish added another, also his second, on a power play with just four seconds left in the game.</p> <p>The Ducks were held scoreless until the 9:44 mark of the third period. Ryan Strome picked up his fourth assist of the season on McTavish’s late goal, and Troy Terry added his fifth assist.</p><p>Anaheim's defense struggled early, giving up the first three goals to Chicago, including two on the power play. Lukas Dostal made 25 saves with a save percentage of 86.2%. The Ducks' defense recorded 6 takeaways and 15 hits.</p>

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<p>Planning on watching today's Blue Demons and Wildcats game? Catch the action at Welsh-Ryan Arena in Evanston, IL, as the Wildcats hosts this showdown at 4:00 ET on BTN. The odds for this non-conference game currently have Northwestern as the -7 favorite, with the over/under line sitting at 136.5 points.</p><h3>DEPAUL BLUE DEMONS VS NORTHWESTERN WILDCATS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: DePaul Blue Demons +7</p><p>This game will be played at Welsh-Ryan Arena at 4:00 ET on Saturday, December 21st.</p><h3>WHY BET THE DEPAUL BLUE DEMONS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 76-71 in favor of the Wildcats.</li><li>Even though we have Northwestern winning straight-up, we like DePaul at +7.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 136.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 147 points.</li></ul><h3>Can DePaul Stun the Crowd at Welsh-Ryan Arena?</h3><p>DePaul’s season record dropped to 8-3 after an 89-61 road loss to St. John’s on Tuesday. The Blue Demons entered the game as +12 point underdogs and failed to cover the spread.</p> <p>DePaul trailed 40-29 at halftime and struggled defensively in the second half, allowing 49 points while scoring just 32. The game’s total points reached 150, just under the 150.5 O/U line.</p><p>DePaul's offense struggled in their last game, managing just 61 points on 39.2% shooting from the field. They hit 30% from beyond the arc, connecting on 6 of 20 attempts, while their effective field goal percentage stood at 45.1%.</p> <p>RJ Luis Jr. led the way with 19 points, shooting 63.6% from the field. Kadary Richmond added 18 points and 7 rebounds, and Layden Blocker contributed 17 points. Simeon Wilcher was efficient, hitting 7 of 9 shots, including 2 of 3 from deep.</p><p>DePaul's defense struggled in their last game, giving up 89 points while allowing their opponent to shoot 55% from the field. Inside the arc, the Blue Demons allowed 34 two-point baskets on 57 attempts, a 59% shooting percentage.</p> <p>From three-point range, DePaul's defense held their opponent to 30% shooting, with just 3 made threes on 10 attempts. However, they sent their opponent to the free-throw line 21 times, where they made 12 free throws. DePaul also gave up 17 offensive rebounds.</p><h3>Can Northwestern Pull Off a Home Win?</h3><p>Northwestern improved to 8-3 on the season with a 71-60 win over Georgia Tech on Sunday, December 15th. Playing at home, the Wildcats entered the game as -6.5 favorites and covered the spread with the victory.</p> <p>Northwestern led 31-26 at halftime and scored 40 points in the 2nd half while allowing 34. The game’s total points of 131 fell short of the 138.5 O/U line.</p><p>Northwestern put up 71 points in their last game, shooting 40% from the field and 40.9% from beyond the arc, hitting 9 of 22 threes. Their effective field goal percentage was 46.2%, and they connected on 62.5% of their free throws, going 10 for 16.</p> <p>Brooks Barnhizer led the way with 20 points and 10 rebounds, though he shot just 33.3% from the field. Lance Terry added 17 points, and Nick Martinelli contributed 16 points on 58.3% shooting. Jalen Leach also chipped in 16 points despite shooting 31.2%.</p><p>Northwestern's defense held their opponent to 60 points, with a field goal percentage of 40% (26/65). They limited two-point shooting to 39%, as the opposing team went 17/43 from inside the arc.</p> <p>From three-point range, Northwestern allowed 9 made threes on 22 attempts, a 40% shooting rate. They also sent their opponent to the free-throw line 16 times, where they made 10, shooting 62%. Northwestern gave up 9 offensive rebounds.</p>

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<p>The Sun Devils and Minutemen are set to face off at 4:00 ET on CBSS. The Minutemen will host the game at MassMutual Center in Springfield, MA. Arizona State comes into this non-conference matchup as the -9.5 point favorite. The over/under line currently sits at 151 points.</p><h3>ARIZONA STATE SUN DEVILS VS MASSACHUSETTS MINUTEMEN BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Massachusetts Minutemen +9.5</p><p>This game will be played at MassMutual Center at 4:00 ET on Saturday, December 21st.</p><h3>WHY BET THE MASSACHUSETTS MINUTEMEN:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 79-67 in favor of the Minutemen.</li><li>Not only will Massachusetts pick up the win, but look for them to cover at +9.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 151 points, and we like the under with a projected 146 points.</li></ul><h3>Will the Sun Devils Make it Happen on the Road?</h3><p>Arizona State dropped to 8-2 on the season following an 83-66 road loss to Florida on Saturday. The Sun Devils, who entered the game as +7 point underdogs, failed to cover the spread.</p> <p>Arizona State trailed 41-32 at halftime and couldn’t close the gap in the second half, scoring 34 points while allowing 42. The total points for the game were 149, falling short of the 156-point over/under line.</p><p>Arizona State struggled offensively in their last game, shooting just 37.1% from the field and 28% from three-point range, finishing with an effective field goal percentage of 41.9%. They managed only 9 assists and 6 offensive rebounds, while hitting 13 of 19 free throws (68.4%).</p> <p>Walter Clayton Jr. led the Sun Devils with 25 points, hitting 5 of 13 threes, while Adam Miller added 18 points, shooting 60% from beyond the arc. Alijah Martin contributed 15 points and 11 rebounds, connecting on 3 of 6 threes.</p><p>Arizona State struggled defensively, giving up 83 points on 47% shooting from the field. They allowed their opponent to connect on 22 of 37 two-point attempts, a 59% success rate.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Arizona State's defense conceded 10 threes on 30 attempts, a 33% shooting performance. They also sent their opponent to the line 10 times, where they hit 9 free throws.</p><h3>Will Massachusetts Secure A Victory as Home Underdogs?</h3><p>Massachusetts improved to 4-7 on the season with a 77-72 win over Northeastern on Wednesday, December 18th. Playing at home, the Minutemen were -3.5 favorites and covered the spread. The game’s total points of 149 went over the pre-game line of 146.5.</p> <p>UMass led 35-30 at halftime and both teams scored 42 points in the 2nd half.</p><p>Massachusetts put up 77 points in their last game, shooting 41.3% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 46%. They hit 6 of 18 from beyond the arc, shooting 33.3%, and connected on 61.3% of their free throws, going 19 for 31 from the line.</p> <p>Jaylen Curry led the way with 24 points, hitting 4 of 7 from three-point range. Rashad King added 19 points and 11 rebounds, despite shooting just 39.1% overall and 16.7% from deep. LA Pratt and Masai Troutman each contributed 18 points, with Pratt adding 8 rebounds and 4 assists.</p><p>Even with Massachusetts giving up 72 points, their defense held the opponent to 41% shooting from the field, including 44% on two-point attempts (20/45). From beyond the arc, the Minutemen limited the damage, allowing just 6 threes on 18 attempts for 33% shooting.</p> <p>Massachusetts sent the other team to the free-throw line 31 times, where they converted 19 free throws, shooting 61%. The Minutemen also gave up 11 offensive rebounds in the game.</p>

<p>Looking to win big? The Wildcats and Revolutionaries face off at 2:00 ET on ESPN+. The Revolutionaries are hosting the game at Charles E. Smith Center in Washington, DC. The odds for this Atlantic 10 conference game currently have the Revolutionaries as the betting favorite with the over/under line sitting at 149 points.</p><h3>DAVIDSON WILDCATS VS GEORGE WASHINGTON REVOLUTIONARIES BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: George Washington Revolutionaries -1.5</p><p>This game will be played at Charles E. Smith Center at 2:00 ET on Saturday, January 13th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE GEORGE WASHINGTON REVOLUTIONARIES:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 76-68 in favor of the Revolutionaries.</li><li>Not only will George Washington pick up the win, but look for them to cover at -1.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 149 points, and we like the under with a projected 144 points.</li></ul><h3>No Pressure for Davidson as Away Dogs</h3><p>Davidson comes into this game as a slight underdog, as they are getting 1.5 points on the road. They have gone 2-3 as the underdog this season, and they are 10-5 overall. They have lost two straight games, and their record in Atlantic 10 play is 0-2.</p>

<p>On the road this season, Davidson has gone 3-3, and their average scoring margin is -4.8 points per game. They have won two straight games on the road, and their record in their last 10 road games is 5-5. In their last game, they lost to Rhode Island by a score of 79-74.</p><p>Davidson has an overall ATS record of 7-6 this season. On the road, the Wildcats have gone 4-2 vs. the spread. In their last 3 road games, they are 2-1 ATS and over their last 10 games on the road, they have a mark of 6-4 vs. the spread. As the underdog, Davidson has a 3-2 ATS record this year and over their last 10 games as the underdog, they are 5-5 vs. the spread.</p><p>So far this season, the over/under record in Davidson games is 6-7 and today's line of 149 is higher than the average over/under line in their games (136.9). Over their last three games, the average scoring total is 141 points and their over/under record during that span is 1-2.</p><p>In their most recent game, the Wildcats' offense tallied 74 points, consistent with their ongoing season average of 72 points per game. Leading the team in scoring is David Skogman, who is averaging 13.5 heading into today's matchup. Additionally, Grant Huffman also maintains a PPG average of 11.5 heading into game.</p><p>In the current season, the Davidson defense has excelled, sitting 80th in the nation by allowing 66.9 points per game. In their most recent game, the Davidson defense struggled to defend the three-point line, as Rhode Island knocked down 9 three-pointers on their way to 79 points.</p><h3>Taking a Look at the Revolutionaries Chances at Home</h3><p>George Washington is 8-2 at home this season, and they are favored by 1.5 points against Davidson. Their average scoring margin at home this season is +10.1.</p>

<p>Over their last ten games at home, the Revolutionaries have gone 8-2. Their overall record this season is 12-3, and they are 1-1 in Atlantic 10 Conference play.</p><p>George Washington's ATS record this season is 7-7, and they are 4-6 vs. the spread when favored. Over their last 10 games as the favorite, the Revolutionaries have gone 4-6 ATS.</p><p>So far this season, games involving the George Washington Revolutionaries have an over/under record of 9-5. The average over/under line in their games is 148.4 and the average scoring total is 158.9. Today's over/under line of 149 is similar to the average line in their games. Over their last three games, the OU record is 2-1 and the average scoring total is 176 points.</p><p>Coming off their recent game, the George Washington offense tallied 84 points in a matchup against VCU. Their field goal percentage for the game was 55.1%, and they made 9 threes. James Bishop was the leading scorer for the Revolutionaries, putting up 28 points. In addition, Maximus Edwards contributed 20 points.</p><p>At this time, the Revolutionaries' defense is positioned 257th in the country, permitting 75.8 points per game. Against VCU in their most recent game, the George Washington defense gave up a total of 82 points while allowing VCU to hit 41% of their shots.</p>

Davidson Wildcats vs George Washington Revolutionaries Betting Pick & Prediction 1/13/24

<p>The Spurs (10-40) travel to Miami to take on the Heat (27-24) in a non-conference matchup. The Heat are favored by 8 points and the over/under line is set at 223.5. San Antonio has lost four straight and is 15th in the Western Conference, while Miami is 7th in the East.</p>

<p>This game is scheduled to tip off at 7:30 ET and will be televised on BSSU. The Spurs are +272 on the moneyline, while the Heat are -346. The Kaseya Center is the site of this game.</p><h3>SAN ANTONIO SPURS VS MIAMI HEAT BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: San Antonio Spurs +8</p><p>This game will be played at Kaseya Center at 7:30 ET on Wednesday, February 7th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE SAN ANTONIO SPURS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 113-106 in favor of the Heat.</li><li>Our projections have Jimmy Butler finishing with Jimmy Butler points, 5 rebounds and 4 assists.</li><li>From the field, we have the Heat finishing with a field goal percentage of 46.2% and knocking down 16 threes.</li></ul><h3>Can the San Antonio Offense Score Enough on the Road?</h3><p>This season, the Spurs have an average over/under line of 233.7, which is higher than today's line of 223.5. In their last six games, the team has gone under the O/U line, and they are 27-22-1 on the season.</p>

<p>In the Western Conference, the Spurs are in 15th place with a record of 10-40. Against other Western Conference teams, they are 7-21 compared to 3-19 against the East.</p>

<p>San Antonio is looking to snap a four-game losing streak after falling to the Cavaliers by a score of 117-101. The Spurs were 10-point underdogs in that game and are 6-39 as underdogs this season.</p>

<p>On the road, the Spurs are 12-12 ATS this season, and their average scoring margin on the road is -10.6 points per game. As underdogs, they have covered the spread in three straight games.</p>

<p>The Spurs' O/U record for the season is 27-22-1, and their games have averaged 233.2 points per game. In their last six games, the team has gone under the O/U line.</p><p>On the season, the Spurs are averaging 112.3 points per game, which is 24th in the NBA. However, when playing on the road, they are averaging 110.0 points per game (25th).</p>

<p>In terms of their shooting, the Spurs are 27th in field goal percentage at 46%. They are also 30th in three-point shooting at 34%. So far, they have made an average of 12.5 threes per game (15th).</p>

<p>When it comes to getting to the free-throw line, the Spurs are 29th in attempts at 20.3 per game. In terms of pace, they are 5th in the league at 101.4 possessions per game.</p><p>The Spurs' defense is presently ranked 26th in the league, allowing an average of 120.9 points per contest. In terms of two point field goal attempts, the Spurs defense has allowed a shooting percentage of 55.7% while allowing 38.2% from downtown.</p><h3>Taking a Look at the Heat Chances at Home</h3><p>Miami is favored by 8 points today and has gone 3-0 as the favorite. As the favorite, they have a scoring margin of +1.8 points per game.</p>

<p>The Heat have an O/U record of 21-30 this season, and their games have averaged 221.3 points per game. Today's O/U line is set at 223.5.</p>

<p>Miami's ATS record for the season is 21-27, and they have covered the spread in three straight games. At home, they are 10-16 ATS, compared to 11-11 on the road.</p>

<p>In their most recent game, the Heat defeated the Magic by a score of 121-95. The O/U line for that game was 213.5, and Miami was favored by 3 points.</p>

<p>With a record of 27-24, the Heat are currently 7th in the Eastern Conference. Against other Eastern Conference teams, they are 20-15 and 11-2 against division opponents.</p><p>At home, the Heat are averaging 113.2 points per game, which is 23rd in the NBA. Overall, they are 27th in the league at 110.4 points per game. In terms of field goal percentage, Miami is 25th in the NBA at 46%. In terms of pace, the Heat are 28th in the league at 96.2 possessions per game.</p>

<p>So far this season, the Heat have outscored the NBA scoring average in 33.3% of their games. When it comes to two-point shooting, Miami is 27th in the league at 51%. In terms of three-point shooting, the Heat are 9th in the NBA at 37%.</p>

<p>When it comes to free throws, the Heat are 7th in the league at 19.1 made per game. In terms of assists, Miami is 21st in the NBA at 25.8 per game. In terms of offensive rebounds, the Heat are 25th in the league at 9.7 per game.</p><p>So far, the Heat's defense is ranked 7th in the league at 110.9 points per contest. The Miami defense has allowed opponents to shoot 36.9% from beyond the arc this season. Opposing teams are also hitting 47.5% of their field goal attempts vs. Miami.</p>

San Antonio Spurs vs Miami Heat Betting Pick & Prediction 2/7/24

<p>Betting on today's Knights and Golden Gophers game? Catch the action at Williams Arena in Minneapolis, MN, as the Golden Gophers hosts this showdown at 2:00 ET on BTN. The over/under for this non-conference contest is set at 145.5 points, with Minnesota being favored by -16.5 over Fairleigh Dickinson.</p><h3>FAIRLEIGH DICKINSON KNIGHTS VS MINNESOTA GOLDEN GOPHERS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Fairleigh Dickinson Knights +16.5</p><p>This game will be played at Williams Arena at 2:00 ET on Saturday, December 21st.</p><h3>WHY BET THE FAIRLEIGH DICKINSON KNIGHTS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 78-69 in favor of the Golden Gophers.</li><li>Even though we have Minnesota winning straight-up, we like Fairleigh Dickinson at +16.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 145.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 147 points.</li></ul><h3>Does Fairleigh Dickinson Have a Shot at a Road Win?</h3><h3>Fairleigh Dickinson Knights Recent Game/Games</h3> <p>Fairleigh Dickinson fell to 1-9 on the season after a 77-72 road loss to La Salle on Wednesday. The Knights, who entered the game as +13.5 point underdogs, kept it closer than expected.</p> <p>Trailing 36-34 at halftime, FDU scored 38 points in the 2nd half but allowed 41. The game’s total points of 149 fell short of the 160.5 O/U line.</p><p>Fairleigh Dickinson's offense put up 72 points in their last game, shooting 48.3% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 55.2%. They hit 55.6% of their two-point attempts and 36.4% from beyond the arc, connecting on 8 threes in 22 tries. At the free-throw line, the Knights shot 66.7%, making 8 of 12 attempts.</p> <p>The Knights dished out 18 assists, with 7 offensive rebounds. Daeshon Shepherd and Deuce Jones led the way, scoring 24 and 23 points, respectively. Jones shot 72.7% from the field, while Jameel Morris was perfect from deep, hitting 3 threes on 3 attempts and shooting 80% overall.</p><p>Fairleigh Dickinson's defense gave up 77 points while allowing the opposing team to shoot 42% from the field, as they hit 26 of their 61 shot attempts.</p> <p>From two-point range, the Knights allowed 23 makes on 43 attempts, a 53% shooting rate. They held the other team to just 3 made threes on 18 attempts, a 16% shooting percentage. At the free-throw line, the opposition shot 73%, converting 22 of 30 attempts. Fairleigh Dickinson also gave up 17 offensive rebounds.</p><h3>Does Minnesota Have a Shot at a Home Win?</h3><p>Minnesota’s season record dropped to 6-5 after an 82-67 loss to Indiana on Monday. The Gophers were +9.5 point underdogs going into the game and failed to cover the spread. The total points for the game reached 149, surpassing the O/U line of 140.5.</p> <p>After trailing 44-31 at halftime, Minnesota couldn’t close the gap in the second half, scoring 36 points while allowing 38. The Gophers will need to regroup after this road loss.</p><p>In their last game, Minnesota's offense put up 67 points, shooting 47.3% from the field. Their two-point shooting was solid at 54.5% (24/44), but they struggled from beyond the arc, hitting just 18.2% (2/11) of their threes. At the free-throw line, they were efficient, making 86.7% of their attempts (13/15).</p> <p>Dawson Garcia led the way with 22 points, shooting 60% from the field. Oumar Ballo was perfect from the floor, going 5/5 and adding 18 points and 7 rebounds. Malik Reneau also contributed 16 points and 7 boards, while Kanaan Carlyle knocked down 3 threes, finishing with 14 points and 5 assists.</p><p>Despite Minnesota's defensive struggles, they allowed 82 points on 56% shooting from the field. The Golden Gophers gave up 66% shooting on two-point attempts, with the opposing team hitting 26 of 39 shots.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Minnesota's defense held the opposition to 28% shooting, with just 4 made threes on 14 attempts. However, they sent the other team to the free-throw line 29 times, where they converted 18 of those attempts.</p>

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<p>At 7:30 ET, the Atlanta Hawks (-131) will host the Dallas Mavericks (+111) in a non-conference matchup. The Hawks are currently favored by 2 points and have dropped their last two games. The over/under line for this game is 238.5.</p>

<p>This game will take place at State Farm Arena in Atlanta and can be seen on NBA TV. The Mavericks are 9th in the Western Conference with a record of 9-8, while the Hawks are 7th in the East at 7-10.</p><h3>DALLAS MAVERICKS VS ATLANTA HAWKS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Atlanta Hawks -2</p><p>This game will be played at State Farm Arena at 7:30 ET on Monday, November 25th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE ATLANTA HAWKS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 140-108 in favor of the Hawks.</li><li>Our projections have Trae Young finishing with 22 points, 3 rebounds and 11 assists.</li><li>From the field, we have the Hawks finishing with a field goal percentage of 45.9% and knocking down 16 threes.</li></ul><h3>Will the Mavericks Find a Way to Win in Atlanta?</h3><p>The Mavericks dropped to 9-8 on the season after a 123-118 road loss to the Heat on Sunday. Dallas entered the game as +2.5 point underdogs but failed to cover the spread. The total points for the game reached 241, surpassing the O/U line of 220.5 by 20.5 points.</p> <p>A key moment in the game was Miami’s 14-0 run, which stretched the score from 28-27 to 41-28. Dallas managed to keep things even in the 2nd and 3rd quarters, both ending 23-23 and 33-33, respectively. The Mavericks outscored the Heat 30-25 in the 4th but couldn’t complete the comeback.</p><p>In their 123-118 loss to the Heat, the Mavericks struggled from the field, shooting just 41.9% overall and hitting only 10 three-pointers at a 25% clip. Kyrie Irving led the way with 27 points, including 14 in the 4th quarter, while also adding 6 assists.</p> <p>P.J. Washington contributed 21 points and 10 rebounds, and Naji Marshall added 20 points, with 10 coming in the 3rd quarter. Marshall also made 3 threes, shooting 60% from beyond the arc.</p><p>Despite a strong defensive effort in the 2nd and 4th quarters, the Mavericks couldn’t hold off the Heat, allowing 123 points in the loss. Dallas gave up 33 points in both the 1st and 3rd quarters but limited Miami to 33% shooting from beyond the arc, where the Heat hit 14 threes.</p> <p>The Mavericks sent the Heat to the line 27 times, where they converted 17 free throws. Dallas finished with 44 defensive rebounds, allowing 12 offensive boards, and added 6 steals and 9 blocks.</p><h3>Is a Home Win Possible for Atlanta?</h3><p>The Hawks fell to 7-10 on the season after a 136-122 road loss to the Bulls on Friday. Atlanta, who were favored by 2.5 points, not only lost but also failed to cover the spread. The game’s total points of 258.5 exceeded the O/U line of 246.5 by 11.5 points.</p> <p>Atlanta trailed 28-25 after the 1st quarter and 58-51 at halftime. The Bulls extended their lead to 99-84 by the end of the 3rd quarter, and although the Hawks outscored Chicago 38-37 in the 4th, it wasn’t enough to close the gap.</p><p>Jalen Johnson and Trae Young each scored 25 points in the Hawks' loss to the Bulls, with Johnson adding 13 rebounds and 5 assists. Clint Capela contributed 21 points and 11 rebounds, shooting 71.4% from the field.</p> <p>Atlanta struggled from beyond the arc, hitting just 10 threes at a 29.4% clip. Young scored 13 points in the 4th quarter, while Johnson added 6 in the final period.</p><p>The Hawks struggled defensively on Friday, giving up 136 points to the Bulls. Atlanta allowed 28 points in the 1st quarter and 30 in the 2nd, but things got worse in the 2nd half, with the Bulls scoring 41 in the 3rd and 37 in the 4th.</p> <p>Chicago shot 57% from the field, including 44% from three-point range, where they hit 19 threes. The Bulls also went 19/21 from the free-throw line. The Hawks finished with 28 defensive rebounds, 11 steals, and 4 blocks.</p>

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<p>Planning on watching today's Devils and Hurricanes game? Catch the action at PNC Arena in Raleigh, NC, as the Hurricanes hosts this showdown at 7:00 ET on ESPN+. The over/under for this matchup is currently set at 6.5 goals and the Hurricanes are the -1.5 favorite to win at home vs. the Devils.</p><h3>NEW JERSEY DEVILS VS CAROLINA HURRICANES BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Carolina Hurricanes -1.5</p><p>This game will be played at PNC Arena at 7:00 ET on Saturday, February 10th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE CAROLINA HURRICANES:</h3><ul><li>Even though they are 1.5 goal underdogs, we see the Devils winning this game by a score of 4-3.</li><li>We like the Devils on the moneyline (+132)</li><li>The Devils are also our pick on the spread at +1.5</li></ul><h3>Do the Devils Have a Shot at a Road Win?</h3><p><p>Heading into today's game, the Devils are 11th in the Eastern Conference with 53 points and an overall record of 25-21-3. In the Metropolitan Division, New Jersey is in 6th place with a record of 8-6.</p>

<p>On the road this season, the Devils have gone 14-9-1, and they have dropped their last two games away from home. When playing against other Eastern Conference teams, New Jersey has a record of 16-13.</p></p><p>On the road this season, the Devils have gone 13-11 vs. the puck line, and their average scoring margin is +.2 goals per game. So far, New Jersey has been the underdog in 14 games and their puck line record as the underdog is 6-8.</p>

<p>Overall, the team's puck line record is 16-33, and their average scoring differential is -.1 goals per game. In their last ten games, the Devils have gone 4-6 vs. the puck line, and their puck line record as the underdog is 6-8.</p> <p>The average goal total for New Jersey's games is sitting at 7. The average over/under line for the season is 6.5. The Devils come in with an over/under record of 30-18-1.</p><p>New Jersey has a 1-2 record in their last three road games. In this stretch, they averaged 3 goals per game while allowing 3. The team also performed well vs the puck line at 2-1.</p><p>When looking at their offense, the Devils have an average of 3.4 goals per game this season, positioning themselves 9th in the NHL. In terms of shots on goal per game, they are ranked 18th in the league. The Devils went 18-10 in games where they had more shots than their opponents. However, in games with fewer shots on goal, their record was 7-10.</p><p>New Jersey's leading goal scorer is Tyler Toffoli. So far this season, he has 21 goals, placing him 30th in the NHL. In addition to his goal scoring, Toffoli has 13 assists this season.</p><p>Carolina defense takes on the Devils ranked 32nd in goals allowed. On average, opponents are averaging 24.8 shots per game against Carolina. They also are 19th in shutouts, with 2 shutouts.</p><p>Goalie Nico Daws gets the start and has made eight starts this season. His record at this point is 3-5, and his save percentage is 0.34%.</p><h3>Can Carolina Lock in a Home Win?</h3><p><p>Carolina comes into this game with a record of 29-16-5, which has them in 4th place in the Eastern Conference and 2nd place in the Metropolitan Division. At home, the Hurricanes have gone 16-6-4 this season, and they have been favored in 45 of their 50 games.</p>

<p>Over their last ten games, Carolina has gone 7-3, and they have won four of their last five games. In games against other Eastern Conference teams, the Hurricanes have gone 19-9 this season.</p></p><p>At home, Carolina has gone 11-15 vs. the puck line and 4-6 in their last ten games. Overall, the Hurricanes are 20-30 vs. the puck line this year, and they have 18 wins by multiple goals.</p>

<p>So far, Carolina has been favored in 45 games and has a puck line mark of 17-28 in those contests. Their average scoring margin at home this year is +.5 goals per game.</p> <p>On average, Carolina's games have finished with 6.4 goals per game. The season's average over/under line stands at 6.3. In total, the Hurricanes come in with an over/under record of 24-25-1.</p><p>When looking at their past three road matchups, New Jersey has an puck line record of 2-1 while averaging 3 per game. The team went 1-2 overall in these games.</p><p>When looking at their offense, the Hurricanes have an average of 3.4 goals per game this season, positioning themselves 8th in the NHL. In terms of shots on goal per game, they are ranked 4th in the league. The Hurricanes went 22-13 in games where they had more shots than their opponents. However, in games with fewer shots on goal, their record was 6-1.</p><p>Carolina will be looking for a good game from Sebastian Aho who leads the team in scoring with 18 goals, ranking 51st in the NHL. Aho also comes into the game with 38 assists.</p><p>In terms of defense, the Hurricanes head into the game ranked 32nd in goals allowed. On average, opponents are taking 24.8 shots per game against Carolina. So far, they are 19th in shutouts, achieving 2 shutouts.</p><p>Goalie Pyotr Kochetkov gets the start and has made 23 starts this season. His record at this point is 12-8, and his save percentage is 0.621%.</p>

New Jersey Devils vs Carolina Hurricanes Betting Pick & Prediction 2/10/24

<p>At 7:30 ET, the Brooklyn Nets (-141) will host the Utah Jazz (+119) in a non-conference matchup. The over/under line for this game is 221.5 points.</p>

<p>Utah enters this game with a record of 6-20, which is good for 14th in the Western Conference. Brooklyn is 11-16 and sits 10th in the Eastern Conference.</p><h3>UTAH JAZZ VS BROOKLYN NETS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Utah Jazz +2.5</p><p>This game will be played at Barclays Center at 7:30 ET on Saturday, December 21st.</p><h3>WHY BET THE UTAH JAZZ:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 137-71 in favor of the Jazz.</li><li>Our projections have Lauri Markkanen finishing with 21 points, 7 rebounds and 2 assists.</li><li>From the field, we have the Jazz finishing with a field goal percentage of 47.1% and knocking down 15 threes.</li></ul><h3>Can Utah Pull Off a Road Win?</h3><p>After a 126-119 win over the Pistons on Thursday, the Jazz improved to 6-20 this season. Utah, who entered the game as +4.5 point underdogs, not only won but covered the spread. The total points for the game hit 245, surpassing the O/U line of 227.5.</p> <p>The Jazz started strong, leading 48-19 after the 1st quarter, thanks to a 10-0 run. However, the Pistons fought back, winning the 2nd quarter 35-19 and the 3rd quarter 32-30. Utah entered the 4th quarter with a 97-86 lead and held on, despite being outscored 33-29 in the final period.</p><p>Collin Sexton led the Jazz to a win over the Pistons with 30 points and 7 assists, hitting 5 threes at a 71.4% rate. Keyonte George added 28 points, knocking down 7 threes at 53.8%, while Lauri Markkanen contributed 27 points and 14 rebounds.</p> <p>Utah connected on 20 threes, shooting 50% from deep and 47% overall. Sexton scored 13 points in the 1st quarter, while Markkanen added 13 in the 3rd.</p><p>The Jazz defense shined in the 1st quarter, allowing just 19 points, but they struggled in the 2nd, giving up 35. The Pistons scored 32 and 33 points in the 3rd and 4th quarters, respectively, but Utah still managed to secure the win.</p> <p>Overall, the Jazz held Detroit to 43% shooting and just 27% from three-point range, with the Pistons making 13 threes. The Pistons also went 14/18 from the free-throw line. Utah grabbed 47 defensive rebounds, gave up 13 offensive boards, and recorded 5 steals and 8 blocks.</p><h3>Pressure Builds for Brooklyn as Home Favorites</h3><p>The Nets improved to 11-16 this season with a 101-94 road win over the Raptors on Thursday. Brooklyn, who entered the game as +2.5 point underdogs, not only picked up the win but also covered the spread. The total points for the game were 195, falling well short of the 219-point O/U line.</p> <p>Brooklyn took control in the 4th quarter, holding Toronto to 18 points while scoring 31. An 11-0 run broke a 90-90 tie, giving the Nets a 101-90 lead before the Raptors added a few late points.</p><p>In their win over the Raptors, the Nets shot just 40.2% from the field and struggled from three-point range, hitting only 9 threes at a 23.1% clip. Cameron Johnson led the way with 33 points, 10 rebounds, and 6 assists, shooting 60% from the floor and making 4 threes at 40% efficiency.</p> <p>Johnson scored 15 points in the 4th quarter, while Shake Milton and Noah Clowney each added 6 of their 12 and 11 points, respectively, in the final period. Ben Simmons also contributed 12 points, with 5 coming in the 2nd quarter.</p><p>The Nets put together a strong defensive performance on Thursday, holding the Raptors to just 94 points. Brooklyn was especially effective in the 4th quarter, where they allowed only 18 points. Overall, the Nets limited Toronto to 39% shooting from the field.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, the Raptors hit 15 threes on 34% shooting. Brooklyn sent Toronto to the line 14 times, where they made 11 free throws. The Nets also recorded 38 defensive rebounds, gave up 10 offensive boards, and added 6 blocks.</p>

Utah Jazz vs Brooklyn Nets Betting Pick & Prediction 12/21/24

<p>Don't miss out on the NCAA showdown between the Vikings and Roadrunners. The game is starting at 9:30 ET on ESPN+, and it's hosted by the Roadrunners at Icardo Center in Bakersfield, CA. Get ready to place your bets! The over/under for this game is set at 144.5 points, and Bakersfield is favored by -3.5 against Portland State in a non-conference matchup.</p><h3>PORTLAND STATE VIKINGS VS BAKERSFIELD ROADRUNNERS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Portland State Vikings +3.5</p><p>This game will be played at Icardo Center at 9:30 ET on Saturday, December 21st.</p><h3>WHY BET THE PORTLAND STATE VIKINGS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 74-73 in favor of the Vikings.</li><li>Not only will Portland State pick up the win, but look for them to cover at +3.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 144.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 147 points.</li></ul><h3>Do the Vikings Stand a Chance on the Road?</h3><h3>Portland State Vikings Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Portland State improved to 4-5 on the season after an 81-75 road win over Pacific on Wednesday. The Vikings entered the game as +4.5 point underdogs and not only pulled off the upset but also covered the spread.</p> 

<p>Portland State led 43-29 at halftime, but Pacific made a push in the 2nd half, outscoring the Vikings 46-38. The game’s total points of 156 went over the pre-game line of 148.5.</p><p>Portland State put up 81 points in their last game, shooting 46.9% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 50%. They hit 38.5% from beyond the arc, connecting on 5 of 13 attempts, and went 16 for 24 from the free-throw line, shooting 66.7%.</p> <p>The Vikings grabbed 12 offensive rebounds and dished out 17 assists. Cole Farrell led the way with 18 points on 6 of 10 shooting, including 2 of 3 from three-point range. Four other players scored 15 points, including Jefferson Koulibaly, who hit 3 of 8 from deep.</p><p>Portland State's defense gave up 75 points in their last game, despite holding their opponent to just 34% shooting from the field. The Vikings allowed 13 two-point field goals on 30 attempts, a 43% conversion rate.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Portland State's defense limited their opponent to 6 threes on 25 attempts, just 24% shooting. However, they sent their opponent to the free-throw line 36 times, where they converted 31 free throws, an 86% rate. The Vikings also gave up 9 offensive rebounds.</p><h3>Is a Home Win Possible for Bakersfield?</h3><p>The Roadrunners improved to 4-6 on the season with an 81-64 win over Portland on Wednesday. Bakersfield entered the game as +1 underdogs but covered the spread with the win.</p> <p>Bakersfield led 46-35 at halftime and continued to control the game in the 2nd half, outscoring Portland 35-29. The total points for the game were 145, surpassing the O/U line of 140.5.</p><p>Bakersfield's offense was firing on all cylinders in their last game, putting up 81 points with a 50.8% shooting performance from the field. Their effective field goal percentage was an impressive 60.7%, thanks in large part to their 63.2% shooting from beyond the arc, hitting 12 of 19 attempts.</p> <p>CJ Hardy led the way with 22 points, knocking down 4 of 6 threes, while Austin Rapp added 21 points, connecting on 6 of 10 from deep. Jemel Jones and Max Mackinnon each contributed 17 points, with Jones hitting all 3 of his three-point attempts.</p><p>Even though Bakersfield gave up 64 points, they allowed their opponent to shoot 44% from the field, with 23 made baskets on 52 attempts. Inside the arc, the Roadrunners' defense allowed 14 of 28 shots to fall, a 50% success rate for their opponents.</p> <p>From three-point range, Bakersfield's defense saw 9 of 24 attempts go in, with their opponent shooting 37% from deep. The Roadrunners also sent their opponent to the free-throw line 13 times, where they connected on 11 free throws, an 84% clip.</p>

The National Hockey League (NHL) is one of the four biggest professional sports in the United States, and it’s usually fourth in terms of popularity. That doesn’t mean that this sport doesn’t have a massive following though, and it’s a sport that leads to some great betting options.

The NHL was founded all the way back in 1917, and the league has seen plenty of growth since that first year. There were only six teams when the league first began playing, but that number has now grown all the way up to 32.

25 of the teams are from the United States while there are also seven teams from Canada. The NHL season typically runs from October through April, with the NHL Stanley Cup Finals taking place during the month of June.

NHL teams play 82 regular season games, and that leads to plenty of NHL betting opportunities. Here is a look at some of the best NHL sportsbooks as well as how to bet on NHL.
<h2 id="h-where-to-bet-on-the-nhl" class="wp-block-heading">WHERE TO BET ON THE NHL</h2>
Knowing where to bet on the NHL is going to be extremely important if you are planning on betting on this league. With that in mind, here are six of the best NHL sportsbooks that you can find.

Best NHL Betting Sites & Sportsbooks

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<p>Betting on today's Penguins and Spartans game? Catch the action at Hodge Center in Spartanburg, SC, as the Spartans hosts this showdown at 1:00 ET on ESPN+. Youngstown State comes into this non-conference matchup as the -8.5 point favorite. The over/under line currently sits at 150.5 points.</p><h3>YOUNGSTOWN STATE PENGUINS VS USC UPSTATE SPARTANS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: USC Upstate Spartans +8.5</p><p>This game will be played at Hodge Center at 1:00 ET on Saturday, December 21st.</p><h3>WHY BET THE USC UPSTATE SPARTANS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 78-68 in favor of the Spartans.</li><li>Not only will USC Upstate pick up the win, but look for them to cover at +8.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 150.5 points, and we like the under with a projected 146 points.</li></ul><h3>Do the Penguins Stand a Chance on the Road?</h3><h3>Youngstown State Penguins Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Youngstown State improved to 6-5 on the season with an 80-70 road win over Wright State on Wednesday. The Penguins entered the game as +7 underdogs and not only pulled off the upset but also covered the spread.</p> 

<p>After trailing 40-35 at halftime, Youngstown State turned things around by outscoring Wright State 45-30 in the second half. The game’s total points of 150 went over the pre-game O/U line of 143.5.</p><p>Youngstown State put up 80 points in their latest game, shooting 44.4% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 52.4%. They hit 33.3% from beyond the arc, connecting on 10 of 30 attempts, while shooting 54.5% on two-pointers.</p> <p>Jack Doumbia led the Penguins with 17 points and 10 rebounds, while Ty Harper added 16 points, hitting 3 of 6 from deep. Alex Huibregtse and Jason Nelson each contributed 15 points, with Nelson also dishing out 4 assists.</p><p>Youngstown State's defense gave up 70 points, allowing their opponent to shoot 47% from the field on 26 of 55 attempts. Inside the arc, they conceded 16 of 31 shots, with a 51% success rate.</p> <p>From three-point range, the Penguins allowed 10 made threes on 24 attempts, a 41% shooting performance. Their opponent also went 8 for 15 from the free-throw line, hitting 53% of their foul shots. Youngstown State gave up 7 offensive rebounds.</p><h3>Are USC Upstate Ready for a Home Win?</h3><p>USC Upstate's season struggles continued with an 85-70 loss to South Carolina State on Wednesday, dropping their record to 1-10. The Spartans were +2.5 point underdogs going into the game and failed to cover the spread. The total points for the game were 155, just over the 153.5 O/U line.</p> <p>After trailing 40-34 at halftime, USC Upstate allowed 45 points in the second half while scoring 36. Their defense continues to be a concern as they look to turn things around this season.</p><p>USC Upstate's offense put up 70 points in their last game, shooting 43.8% from the field. Their effective field goal percentage was 45.8%, with a two-point shooting mark of 51.4% (18/35). From beyond the arc, they struggled, hitting just 3 of 13 attempts for 23.1%.</p> <p>At the free-throw line, the Spartans connected on 25 of 41 attempts, shooting 61%. Carmelo Adkins led the team with 21 points, while Mister Dean added 17. Drayton Jones contributed 14 points, and Davion Everett, Omar Croskey, Mitchell Taylor, and Wilson Dubinsky each chipped in 12 points.</p><p>USC Upstate's defense struggled, giving up 85 points despite holding the opponent to 43% shooting from the field. They allowed 51% shooting on two-pointers, with the other team hitting 18 of 35 shots.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, USC Upstate limited the damage, as the opponent shot just 23%, making 3 of 13 attempts. However, they sent the other team to the line 41 times, where they converted 25 free throws (61%). USC Upstate also gave up 9 offensive rebounds.</p>

<p>Looking to win big? The Sabres and Bruins face off at 7:00 ET on ESPN+. The Bruins are hosting the game at TD Garden in Boston, MA. The over/under for this matchup is currently set at 5.5 goals and the Bruins are the -1.5 favorite to win at home vs. the Sabres.</p><h3>BUFFALO SABRES VS BOSTON BRUINS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Boston Bruins -1.5</p><p>This game will be played at TD Garden at 7:00 ET on Saturday, December 21st.</p><h3>WHY BET THE BOSTON BRUINS:</h3><ul><li>Coming in as 1.5 goal favorites, our projections have the Bruins picking up a  4-3 win.</li><li>Take the Bruins on the moneyline</li><li>On the spread, we like Sabres (+1.5)</li></ul><h3>Does Buffalo Have a Shot at a Road Win?</h3><p>Buffalo dropped to 11-18-4 after a 2-1 loss to the Red Wings. The Sabres took the lead with a short-handed goal in the first period, but Detroit responded with two power-play goals in the second. Buffalo entered as the underdog on the puck line, and the total of 3 goals fell short of the pre-game line of 6.5.</p> 

<p>Alex Tuch scored the Sabres' only goal, which came at 11:39 in the first period. Buffalo’s defense held the Red Wings scoreless until the 7:49 mark of the second period, when Dylan Larkin tied the game. Larkin then added another goal for Detroit at 14:38 in the second period.</p><p>Buffalo's offense struggled in their recent 2-1 loss to Detroit, with Alex Tuch scoring the team's only goal. Tuch's 5th goal of the season came shorthanded, 8:21 into the first period.</p> <p>The Sabres took 32 shots on goal but were unable to find the net again. They recorded 13 giveaways in the game.</p><p>Buffalo's defense had a strong first period, allowing no goals, but they gave up two in the second, both on power plays. Goalie Ukko-Pekka Luukkonen made 21 saves with a 91.3% save percentage. The Sabres' defense also recorded 5 takeaways and 17 hits.</p><h3>Can the Bruins Hold Strong at Home?</h3><p>Boston moved above .500 with a 2-0 win over the Kraken, bringing their record to 17-14-4. The Bruins, favored by -1.5 goals, covered the puck line. The total was set at 6 goals, but the game’s 2 total goals fell well short of that mark.</p> <p>Both of Boston’s goals came in the first period. Justin Brazeau scored at 16:37, and Charlie Coyle added another at 10:03. The Bruins’ defense held the Kraken scoreless, with Jeremy Swayman stopping all 23 shots he faced.</p><p>Boston's offense was limited to two goals in their 2-0 victory over the Kraken. Justin Brazeau opened the scoring with his 5th goal of the season, while Charlie Coyle added his 2nd on a power play. The Bruins fired 33 shots on goal but also had 16 giveaways.</p> <p>Both of Boston's goals came in the first period, with Brazeau scoring 3:23 into the game and Coyle following at the 10:03 mark. Charlie McAvoy picked up his 3rd assist of the season, while Brad Marchand earned his 7th assist on Coyle's power-play goal.</p><p>Boston's defense was rock solid in their last game, leading to a 2-0 win over Seattle. Jeremy Swayman made 23 saves with a 100% save percentage, and the Bruins’ defense added 5 takeaways and 15 hits. They also blocked 27 shots from the Kraken.</p>

<p>Planning on watching today's Tar Heels and Bruins game? Catch the action at Madison Square Garden in New York, NY, as the Bruins hosts this showdown at 3:00 ET on CBS. The odds for this non-conference game currently have UCLA as the -1.5 favorite, with the over/under line sitting at 150.5 points.</p><h3>NORTH CAROLINA TAR HEELS VS UCLA BRUINS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: UCLA Bruins -1.5</p><p>This game will be played at Madison Square Garden at 3:00 ET on Saturday, December 21st.</p><h3>WHY BET THE UCLA BRUINS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 75-72 in favor of the Bruins.</li><li>Not only will UCLA pick up the win, but look for them to cover at -1.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 150.5 points, and we like the under with a projected 147 points.</li></ul><h3>Will the North Carolina Defense Show Up on the Road?</h3><p>North Carolina fell to 6-5 on the season after a 90-84 home loss to Florida on Tuesday. The Tar Heels were +3.5 point underdogs and failed to cover the spread. The game’s total points of 174 exceeded the O/U line of 167.5.</p> <p>UNC trailed 46-34 at halftime but made a push in the 2nd half, scoring 50 points while allowing 44. Despite the strong offensive effort after the break, the Tar Heels couldn’t close the gap.</p><p>North Carolina put up 84 points in their latest game, shooting 45.8% from the field. Their effective field goal percentage was 50%, thanks largely to their 63.6% shooting on two-pointers. However, they struggled from beyond the arc, hitting just 5 of 28 attempts for a 17.9% success rate.</p> <p>RJ Davis led the way with 29 points and 8 rebounds, shooting 52.6% overall and 27.3% from three. Will Richard added 22 points, making 8 of 10 shots, including 3 of 5 from deep. The Tar Heels had 13 offensive rebounds and 10 assists in the game.</p><p>North Carolina's defense struggled, giving up 90 points on 45% shooting from the field. They allowed the opponent to connect on 63% of their two-point attempts, with 28 made shots inside the arc.</p> <p>The Tar Heels did better defending the three, holding the other team to 17% shooting, with just 5 threes made. They also sent them to the line 19 times, where they hit 13 free throws.</p><h3>Is a Home Win Possible for the Bruins?</h3><p>UCLA improved to 10-1 on the season with a dominant 111-75 win over Prairie View A&M on Tuesday. The Bruins, heavy favorites at -34, covered the spread in this one.</p> <p>UCLA led 53-36 at halftime and continued to pour it on in the 2nd half, outscoring the Panthers 58-39. The game’s total points of 186 went well over the pre-game O/U line of 146.5.</p><p>UCLA's offense was firing on all cylinders in their latest game, scoring 111 points with a 59% shooting rate from the field. Their effective field goal percentage was an impressive 67.2%, as they connected on 65% of their two-point attempts (26/40) and 47.6% from beyond the arc (10/21). They also excelled at the free-throw line, hitting 78.4% (29/37) of their attempts.</p> <p>Jordan Tillmon led the way with 24 points, hitting 6 of 7 threes (85.7%), while Dylan Andrews added 21 points and 6 assists, shooting 75% from deep (3/4). The Bruins dished out 26 assists as a team, with Kobe Johnson contributing 7 assists to go along with his 12 points.</p><p>UCLA's defense struggled in their previous game, giving up 75 points on 59% shooting from the field. The Bruins allowed their opponents to connect on 36 of 61 attempts.</p> <p>Inside the arc, UCLA's defense gave up 26 two-point baskets on 40 attempts, a 65% success rate. From three-point range, their opponents hit 10 of 21 shots, shooting 47%. UCLA also sent their opponents to the free-throw line 37 times, where they made 29 free throws, shooting 78%. The Bruins allowed 12 offensive rebounds.</p>

<p>Planning on watching today's Huskies and Warhawks game? Catch the action at Fant-Ewing Coliseum in Monroe, LA, as the Warhawks hosts this showdown at 8:30 ET on ESPN+. The over/under line for this matchup is currently at 140 points, and Louisiana-Monroe is favored by -6 at home against Houston Christian.</p><h3>HOUSTON CHRISTIAN HUSKIES VS LOUISIANA-MONROE WARHAWKS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Louisiana-Monroe Warhawks -6</p><p>This game will be played at Fant-Ewing Coliseum at 8:30 ET on Tuesday, December 17th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE LOUISIANA-MONROE WARHAWKS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 78-70 in favor of the Warhawks.</li><li>Not only will Louisiana-Monroe pick up the win, but look for them to cover at -6.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 140 points, and we like the over with a projected 148 points.</li></ul><h3>Will Houston Christian Find a Way to Win on the Road?</h3><h3>Houston Christian Huskies Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Houston Christian dropped to 1-7 on the season after a 64-57 loss to Northwestern State on Saturday, December 7th. The Huskies, who were +3.5 underdogs, not only lost but also failed to cover the spread. This was a home game for Houston Christian.</p> 

<p>After trailing 33-26 at halftime, the Huskies matched the Demons with 31 points in the 2nd half but couldn’t close the gap. The game’s total points of 121 fell short of the 134.5 O/U line.</p><p>In their last game, Houston Christian struggled offensively, scoring just 57 points with a field goal percentage of 42.3% and an effective field goal percentage of 46.2%. They hit only 5 of 21 from beyond the arc, shooting 23.8% from three-point range, and were 8 of 13 from the free-throw line, connecting at 61.5%.</p> <p>Addison Patterson led the way with 25 points, shooting 62.5% from the field and 50% from three. Jon Sanders II added 17 points, hitting 55.6% overall and 50% from deep, while Bryson Dawkins contributed 13 points, shooting 50% from the floor.</p><p>Houston Christian's defense held their opponent to 64 points on 42% shooting from the field, as they went 22/52 overall. The Huskies allowed 17 two-point baskets on 31 attempts, a 54% success rate for the opposing team.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Houston Christian limited their opponent to just 5 made threes on 21 attempts, a 23% shooting performance. The Huskies also sent their opponent to the free-throw line 13 times, where they made 8, shooting 61%. Houston Christian gave up 9 offensive rebounds in the game.</p><h3>Will Louisiana-Monroe Live Up to Expectations at Home?</h3><p>The Warhawks fell to 2-8 on the season after a 77-68 road loss to UT Arlington on Saturday. Despite being +13 point underdogs, they managed to keep the game closer than expected.</p> <p>ULM trailed 45-30 at halftime but outscored the Mavericks 38-32 in the 2nd half. The total points for the game were 145, just under the O/U line of 149.5.</p><p>In their latest game, Louisiana-Monroe's offense put up 68 points, shooting 39.1% from the field and 26.3% from beyond the arc, with an effective field goal percentage of 43.5%. They were perfect from the free-throw line, hitting all 9 attempts, and grabbed 17 offensive rebounds, dishing out 15 assists as a team.</p> <p>Makai Willis led the way with 18 points and 13 rebounds, while Lance Ware added 17 points, shooting 72.7% from the floor. Diante Smith contributed 16 points, and Tyreese Watson and Coltie Young both shot 55.6%, with Young knocking down 3 of 6 from deep.</p><p>Louisiana-Monroe's defense gave up 77 points in their last game, with the opposing team shooting 46% from the field. They allowed 62% shooting on two-point attempts, as the other team went 18/29 inside the arc.</p> <p>From three-point range, the Warhawks' defense held the other team to 32% shooting, with 10 made threes on 31 attempts. They also sent the opposition to the free-throw line 19 times, where they hit 11 free throws, shooting 57%. Louisiana-Monroe gave up 7 offensive rebounds.</p>

Houston Christian Huskies vs Louisiana-Monroe Warhawks NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 12/17/24

<p>Don't miss out on the NCAA showdown between the Hornets and Tigers. The game is starting at 5:00 ET on SEC, and it's hosted by the Tigers at Pete Maravich Assembly Center in Baton Rouge, LA. Get ready to place your bets! The over/under for this game is set at 151.5 points, and LSU is favored by -20.5 against Alabama State in a non-conference matchup.</p><h3>ALABAMA STATE HORNETS VS LSU TIGERS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Alabama State Hornets +20.5</p><p>This game will be played at Pete Maravich Assembly Center at 5:00 ET on Sunday, November 10th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE ALABAMA STATE HORNETS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 77-70 in favor of the Tigers.</li><li>Even though we have LSU winning straight-up, we like Alabama State at +20.5.</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>Will Alabama State Secure A Victory as Road Underdogs?</h3><h3>Alabama State Hornets Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Alabama State fell to UNLV 93-79 in their season opener on Monday. The Hornets, who were +13.5 point underdogs, didn’t cover the spread. The game’s total points of 172 exceeded the O/U line of 136.5.</p> 

<p>After trailing 46-41 at halftime, Alabama State scored 38 points in the 2nd half but allowed 47 points, leading to the loss.</p><p>Alabama State put up 79 points in their latest game, shooting 44.3% from the field and 40.9% from three-point range. They connected on 16 of 20 free throws, good for 80%, and grabbed 12 offensive rebounds, finishing with 15 assists as a team.</p> <p>Jeremiah Cherry led the way with 24 points and 11 rebounds, hitting 10 of 11 shots. Amarr Knox added 19 points and 5 assists, while Dedan Thomas Jr. contributed 17 points and 7 assists.</p><p>Alabama State's defense struggled, giving up 93 points on 56% shooting from the field. They allowed the opposing team to hit 63% of their two-point attempts, going 24/38.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Alabama State gave up 9 threes on 20 attempts, a 45% shooting rate. They also sent the other team to the line 28 times, where they made 18 free throws.</p><h3>Will the Tigers Win at Home?</h3><h3>LSU Tigers Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>LSU opened their season with a dominant 95-60 win over Louisiana-Monroe on Wednesday, November 6th. Playing at home, the Tigers were -23 point favorites and covered the spread comfortably. The game’s total points reached 155, surpassing the O/U line of 147.5.</p> 

<p>LSU took control early, leading 50-27 at halftime. They continued to outpace the Warhawks in the second half, scoring 45 points while allowing 33.</p><p>LSU's offense was firing on all cylinders in their last game, putting up 95 points and shooting 50.7% from the field. Their effective field goal percentage was 58.2%, thanks in large part to their 72.7% shooting on two-pointers. They struggled from beyond the arc, hitting just 29.4% of their threes, but made up for it at the free-throw line, where they connected on 89.5% of their attempts.</p> <p>Jalen Bolden led the way with 25 points, while Jalen Reed added 24 points and 8 rebounds, shooting 88.9% from the field. Cam Carter chipped in 21 points, hitting 4 of 8 from three-point range. Curtis Givens III also knocked down 4 threes, finishing with 15 points and 6 rebounds.</p><p>Despite LSU's defensive struggles, they managed to hold their opponent to 60 points. The Tigers allowed a 50% shooting performance, with 34 made field goals on 67 attempts.</p> <p>LSU's defense particularly struggled inside, where they gave up 24 two-point baskets on 33 attempts, a 72% success rate for the opposing team.</p>

Alabama State Hornets vs LSU Tigers NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 11/10/24

<p>The Wild and Jets are set to face off at 7:00 ET on ESPN+. The Jets will host the game at Canada Life Centre in Winnipeg, MB. The over/under for this game is set at 5.5 goals, and the Jets are favored by -1.5 against the Wild in a Central division matchup.</p><h3>MINNESOTA WILD 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 7:00 ET on Saturday, December 21st.</p><h3>WHY BET THE WINNIPEG JETS:</h3><ul><li>The Jets 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 Jets on the moneyline</li><li>On the spread, we like Wild (+1.5)</li></ul><h3>Will the Wild Secure A Victory as Road Underdogs?</h3><p>With a 2-1 overtime win against the Maple Leafs, the Wild improved to 20-9-4. Minnesota was favored on the puck line, but didn’t cover. The total was set at 6 goals, and the combined score of 3 fell well short of that mark.</p> 

<p>Ryan Hartman opened the scoring for the Wild at 9:41 in the first period, but the Maple Leafs tied it up with just 52 seconds left in the period. Matt Boldy netted the game-winner 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 contributed with two assists, bringing his season total to three.</p> <p>The Wild fired 33 shots on goal but were held scoreless in the second and third periods. They finished with 15 giveaways and were unable to convert on any power play opportunities.</p><p>Defensively, the Wild will look to build off their last performance, where they gave up just one goal to Toronto. Filip Gustavsson recorded 27 saves with a 96.4% save percentage, and the defense added 7 takeaways and 22 hits. The only goal they allowed came on a Maple Leafs power play late in the first period.</p><h3>Can the Jets Deliver Being Favored at Home?</h3><p>With a 7-4 win over the Lightning, the Jets improved to 23-10-1. Winnipeg covered the puck line as -1.5 goal favorites, and the total of 11 goals easily surpassed the pre-game line of 6.5.</p> 

<p>Winnipeg fell behind 2-0 in the first period, but seven different players scored to help the Jets come back. The Jets took the lead for good with 12:22 left in the third period.</p><p>Winnipeg's offense was firing on all cylinders in their 7-4 win over Tampa Bay, with each of their seven goals coming from a different player. Vladislav Namestnikov got things started with his 3rd goal of the season, while Alex Iafallo added his 1st on a power play. Nikolaj Ehlers netted his 9th, including an empty-netter, and Cole Perfetti closed out the scoring with his 4th, also on an empty net.</p> <p>The Jets took 34 shots on goal and recorded 10 assists. Josh Morrissey picked up his 13th assist on Perfetti’s empty-netter, while Mark Scheifele earned his 10th assist on Ehlers’ goal. Dylan Samberg scored his 3rd goal of the season, and Logan Stanley found the net for the first time this year.</p><p>Winnipeg's defense got off to a rough start, allowing two goals in the first period and another in the third, which tied the game at 4-4. However, they held firm after that, helping the Jets to a 7-4 win. Connor Hellebuyck made 26 saves with an 86.7% save percentage, while the defense recorded 5 takeaways and 31 hits.</p>

<p>Don't miss out on the NCAA showdown between the Great Danes and Pioneers. The game is starting at 11:00 ET on ESPN+, and it's hosted by the Pioneers at William H. Pitt Center in Fairfield, CT. Get ready to place your bets! The over/under for this game is set at 155.5 points, and Sacred Heart is favored by -3.5 against Albany in a non-conference matchup.</p><h3>ALBANY GREAT DANES VS SACRED HEART PIONEERS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Albany Great Danes +3.5</p><p>This game will be played at William H. Pitt Center at 11:00 ET on Wednesday, December 18th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE ALBANY GREAT DANES:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 74-73 in favor of the Pioneers.</li><li>Even though we have Sacred Heart winning straight-up, we like Albany at +3.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 155.5 points, and we like the under with a projected 147 points.</li></ul><h3>Will the Great Danes Find a Way to Win on the Road?</h3><h3>Albany Great Danes Recent Game/Games</h3> <p>Albany fell to 4-6 on the season after a 77-70 loss to Drexel on Saturday. The Great Danes, who were -2.5 favorites at home, not only lost but also failed to cover the spread. The game’s total points of 147 went over the pre-game line of 144.5.</p> <p>Albany trailed 37-23 at halftime but made a strong push in the 2nd half, scoring 47 points while allowing 40. Despite the comeback effort, they couldn’t overcome the early deficit.</p><p>Albany's offense put up 70 points in their last game, shooting 47.4% from the field. They struggled from beyond the arc, hitting just 2 of 19 attempts for a 10.5% rate, but excelled inside, connecting on 65.8% of their two-point shots.</p> <p>At the free-throw line, the Great Danes were nearly perfect, making 14 of 15 attempts for 93.3%. Amar'e Marshall led the team with 19 points, while Kobe MaGee added 17, hitting 50% from three-point range.</p><p>Albany gave up 77 points in their last game, with their opponents shooting 47% from the field, including 65% on two-point attempts (25/38). However, Albany managed to limit their opponents' success from beyond the arc, holding them to just 2/19 shooting (10%).</p> <p>At the free-throw line, Albany's opponents were efficient, hitting 14/15 attempts (93%). Albany also allowed 8 offensive rebounds in the game.</p><h3>Can The Pioneers Secure a Home Victory?</h3><p>Sacred Heart dropped to 4-6 on the season after an 83-73 loss to Quinnipiac on Sunday. The Pioneers went into the game as +5.5 point underdogs and failed to cover the spread. The total points for the game ended at 156, surpassing the over/under line of 151.5.</p> <p>After trailing 42-39 at halftime, Sacred Heart was unable to close the gap, scoring 34 points in the second half while allowing 41.</p><p>In their latest game, Sacred Heart put up 73 points, shooting 45.5% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 54.5%. They connected on 40.9% of their threes, hitting 9 of 22 attempts, and were solid from the free-throw line, making 14 of 18 for 77.8%.</p> <p>Khaden Bennett led the way with 23 points, shooting 58.3% overall and 37.5% from deep. Amarri Monroe added 19 points, though he struggled from three, hitting just 2 of 11 attempts. Amiri Stewart contributed 18 points, knocking down 2 of 3 from beyond the arc.</p><p>Despite Sacred Heart's defensive efforts, they allowed 83 points on 47% shooting from the field. The Pioneers struggled to contain their opponent inside, giving up 66% on two-point attempts (18/27).</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Sacred Heart's defense allowed 11 threes on 34 attempts, a 32% success rate. They also sent their opponent to the free-throw line 19 times, where they hit 14 free throws (73%).</p>

Albany Great Danes vs Sacred Heart Pioneers NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 12/18/24

<p>At 8:00 ET, the New York Knicks (-332) will travel to take on the New Orleans Pelicans (+266) in a non-conference matchup. The Knicks are currently favored by 8.5 points, and the over/under line is set at 226.</p>

<p>TV: NBA</p><h3>NEW YORK KNICKS VS NEW ORLEANS PELICANS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: New York Knicks -8.5</p><p>This game will be played at Smoothie King Center at 8:00 ET on Saturday, December 21st.</p><h3>WHY BET THE NEW YORK KNICKS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 132-113 in favor of the Knicks.</li><li>Our projections have Jalen Brunson finishing with 29 points, 3 rebounds and 7 assists.</li><li>From the field, we have the Knicks finishing with a field goal percentage of 48.0% and knocking down 16 threes.</li></ul><h3>Is a Win at New Orleans Possible for the Knicks?</h3><p>The Knicks improved to 17-10 on the season with a dominant 133-107 road win over the Timberwolves on Thursday. New York, who entered the game as +3.5 point underdogs, not only won but covered the spread with ease. The total points for the game reached 240, surpassing the over/under line of 214 by 26 points.</p> <p>After trailing 33-32 at the end of the 1st quarter, the Knicks took control with an 11-0 run, extending the score from 33-30 to 44-30. They outscored Minnesota 41-18 in the 2nd quarter and went into the 4th with a 104-74 lead. The Timberwolves edged the Knicks 33-29 in the final period, but the game was already out of reach.</p><p>The Knicks put up 133 points in their win over the Timberwolves, shooting 51.5% from the field and hitting 20 threes at a 44.4% clip. Karl-Anthony Towns was perfect from deep, making 5 threes and finishing with 32 points, 20 rebounds, and 6 assists.</p> <p>Mikal Bridges added 29 points, hitting 4 threes, while Miles McBride also connected on 4 triples. Towns scored 19 of his points in the 2nd quarter, and Bridges added 11 in the 3rd.</p><p>Despite giving up 33 points in both the 1st and 4th quarters, the Knicks' defense tightened up in the 2nd and 3rd, allowing just 18 and 23 points, respectively, in their win over the Timberwolves. New York sent Minnesota to the free-throw line only 13 times, where they converted 8 attempts.</p> <p>The Knicks allowed Minnesota to hit 17 threes at a 40% clip, but they controlled the boards, giving up just 6 offensive rebounds. Defensively, New York also recorded 10 steals and 2 blocks.</p><h3>Will the Pelicans Win at Home?</h3><p>The Pelicans dropped to 5-23 on the season following a 133-113 road loss to the Rockets on Thursday. New Orleans entered the game as +9.5 point underdogs and failed to cover the spread. The total score of 246 points exceeded the over/under line of 218.5 by 27.5 points.</p> <p>Houston took control early with a 13-0 run, extending the score from 7-5 to 18-7. The Pelicans couldn’t recover, as they were outscored 39-25 in the 1st quarter. Although the 2nd and 4th quarters were even, New Orleans couldn’t make up ground after trailing 99-79 heading into the final period.</p><p>In their 133-113 loss to the Rockets, the Pelicans shot 44.6% from the field, but connected on 46.4% of their threes, hitting 13 from deep. Trey Murphy III led the way with 28 points, making 4 threes at a 66.7% clip, while Herbert Jones also hit 4 threes, finishing with 20 points.</p> <p>Murphy scored 9 points in both the 1st and 4th quarters, while Jones added 13 of his 20 points in the 3rd. CJ McCollum contributed 18 points, with 7 coming in the 3rd quarter.</p><p>The Pelicans struggled defensively against the Rockets, giving up 133 points on 57% shooting. Houston scored 39 points in the 1st quarter and added 34 more in the 4th to secure the win. New Orleans allowed 33 points in the 3rd quarter and 27 in the 2nd.</p> <p>The Rockets hit 17 threes at a 43% clip. The Pelicans sent Houston to the line 19 times, where they made 16 free throws. New Orleans finished with 26 defensive rebounds, 6 steals, and 2 blocks.</p>

New York Knicks vs New Orleans Pelicans Betting Pick & Prediction 12/21/24

<p>The forecast for Wednesday's matchup between the Rays and Royals calls for overcast skies and temperatures in the mid-70s. First pitch from Kauffman Stadium is set for 8:10 PM ET. BSKC is carrying the game on TV.</p>

<p>The Royals are slight favorites on the money line, with the odds sitting at -107 compared to the Rays at -111. This game features Ryan Pepiot for the Rays and Michael Wacha for the Royals. Tampa Bay is currently on a two-game winning streak, and they are 4th in the AL East, while the Royals are 3rd in the AL Central. The over/under line is at 8.5 runs.</p><h3>KANSAS CITY ROYALS VS TAMPA BAY RAYS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Kansas City Royals Moneyline -107</p><p>This game will be played at Kauffman Stadium at 8:10 ET on Wednesday, July 3rd.</p><h3>HOW TO BET THE RAYS VS ROYALS:</h3><ul><li>We have the Royals winning by a score of 6 to 5</li><li>If you're looking for a run line pick, we also like the Royals 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>Tampa Bay cruised to a 5-1 win over the Royals in the most recent game of this series. The Rays had a huge 7th inning, scoring two of their five runs and picking up three of their five hits. As for the Royals, they scored their only run in the 4th and finished with six hits.</p>

<p>Zack Littell got the win for the Rays out of the bullpen, going five innings and not giving up a run. He finished the game with four strikeouts but didn't issue a walk. Brady Singer had a rough outing for the Royals, taking the loss after going five innings and giving up one run.</p>

<p>At the plate, Brandon Lowe and Richie Palacios each homered for the Rays. Lowe, Isaac Paredes, and Austin Meadows each had two RBIs. As for the Royals, Bobby Witt Jr. hit a home run, and MJ Melendez went 3/3.</p><h3>Rays Records & Stats</h3><p>The Rays are 43-42 overall and trail the Orioles by 11 games in the AL East. Tampa Bay has gone just 10-17 in divisional games this year. The Rays have won two straight games, and they are 7-3 over their last 10 games overall.</p>

<p>At home, the Rays are 23-25 and have gone 20-17 on the road. So far, they have been the favorite in 47 of their games, going 25-22 in those contests. Tampa Bay's series record is 14-11-2 this year, and they have won four straight series overall.</p><p>The Rays have been a profitable team to bet on the run line this season, as they are 39-46 overall. They have been especially good on the road, going 23-14 on the run line. They have covered the run line in eight straight road games and have an average run margin of -0.4 runs per game away from home.</p>The Tampa Bay Rays are on the road today against the Kansas City Royals, and the over/under line for the game is set at 8.5 runs. The Rays' games have averaged 8.7 runs per game this season, and their over/under record is 42-39. When the over/under line has been set at 8.5 runs, their record is 12-13. Overall, 58.8% of their games have had lower over/under lines than 8.5 runs, and their current under streak is at 2 games.<p>Ryan Pepiot is looking to bounce back from a short outing vs. the Mariners, as he got the start and went 5 1/3 innings. He finished with a no-decision in the outing, giving up one earned run, eight hits, and two walks. Looking back over his last three outings, Pepiot has finished with a no-decision in each one. He has made 14 starts this season and has a record of 4-4, along with an ERA of 4.39. Opposing batters are hitting .200 off Pepiot this season. The right-hander has a BB/9 figure of 3.14 compared to 10.42 strikeouts per nine innings.</p><p>Isaac Paredes has been a bright spot for the Rays this season, as he is batting .276 with a team-high 13 home runs and 45 RBIs. However, he has gone just 6/29 over his last eight games. Yandy Diaz has also been a solid run producer for the Rays, as he is 2nd on the team with 40 RBIs and is batting .270 for the season. He has also gone 11/35 in his last eight games.</p>

<p>As a team, the Rays are 24th in scoring at 4 runs per game and have been even worse at home, averaging just 3.8 runs per contest. Overall, they are batting .236 and have the league's 20th ranked slugging percentage. Tampa Bay does have a few hitters on some short hitting streaks, as Randy Arozarena comes in with a four-game streak and Jose Caballero has a three-game streak.</p><h3>Royals Records & Stats</h3><p>Kansas City comes into today's game vs. the Rays with an overall record of 47-40, which has them 3rd in the AL Central. Currently, they trail the Guardians by eight games in the division. The Royals are 16-10 against other teams in the AL Central this year.</p>

<p>At home, the Royals have gone 30-17 this year compared to 17-23 on the road. So far, they have been good as the favorite, putting up a mark of 24-13. As the underdog overall, the Royals are 23-27 this season, and they are 13-10 as the underdog at home.</p><p>When the Royals win, they win by an average of 3.7 runs per game, which is why they have been a good team to bet on the run line this season. They are 49-38 overall on the run line and 28-19 at home. As the underdog, they are 30-20 on the run line. They have a run differential of +0.6 runs per game on the season.</p><p>The Kansas City Royals are playing host to the Tampa Bay Rays today, and the over/under line for the game is set at 8.5 runs. The combined run average for Royals games this season is 8.4 runs, and their over/under record is 36-48. When the over/under line is set at 8.5 runs, the Royals' record is 8-17. Overall, 25.3% of their games have had higher over/under lines than 8.5 runs, and their current under streak is at 2 games.</p><p>Michael Wacha gets the start for the Royals today and will be looking to build off his last outing, where he gave up just one earned run in 5 1/3 innings of work. In that outing vs. the Guardians, he finished with a no-decision. Looking back over his last three outings, Wacha has finished with a no-decision in all three. He has made 14 starts this year and has a record of 4-6 with a 3.91 ERA. Opponents are batting .250 off Wacha this season, and his WHIP is 1.25. Wacha has a total of six quality starts this year.</p><p>Salvador Perez and Bobby Witt Jr. have been two of the Royals' most consistent hitters this season, with Perez batting .278 and Witt Jr. hitting .311. Witt Jr. has been the team's top power threat, as he is 2nd on the team with 13 homers, and Perez is right behind him with 14 long balls. Witt Jr. also leads the team with 55 RBIs, which is 9th in the league.</p>

<p>As a team, the Royals are averaging 4.5 runs per game, which is 13th in the league. However, they have been a better offensive team at home, where they are averaging 5.1 runs per contest. Overall, they are batting .244 and are near the top of the league in terms of avoiding strikeouts.</p>

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