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<p>The Eagles and Chanticleers are set to face off at 7:00 ET on ESPN+. The Chanticleers will host the game at The HTC Center in Conway, SC. The over/under line for this matchup is currently at 140.5 points, and Coastal Carolina is favored by -2.5 to win at home against Georgia Southern.</p><h3>GEORGIA SOUTHERN EAGLES VS COASTAL CAROLINA CHANTICLEERS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Coastal Carolina Chanticleers -2.5</p><p>This game will be played at The HTC Center at 7:00 ET on Thursday, January 16th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE COASTAL CAROLINA CHANTICLEERS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 81-66 in favor of the Chanticleers.</li><li>Not only will Coastal Carolina pick up the win, but look for them to cover at -2.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 140.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 147 points.</li></ul><h3>Taking a Look at the Eagles Chances in Conway</h3><h3>Georgia Southern Eagles Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>The Eagles fell to 7-9 on the season after an 81-69 road loss to Marshall on Saturday, January 11th. Georgia Southern entered the game as +8.5 point underdogs and did not cover the spread. The total points for the game were 150, just under the O/U line of 152.5.</p> 

<p>Georgia Southern trailed 45-35 at halftime and couldn’t close the gap in the 2nd half, scoring 34 points while allowing 36.</p><p>In their recent game, Georgia Southern put up 69 points, shooting 45.5% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 50.9%. They connected on 51.3% of their two-point attempts, while hitting just 31.2% from beyond the arc, going 5-for-16 from three-point range.</p> <p>The Eagles made 14 of 19 free throws, good for 73.7%, and grabbed 8 offensive rebounds. They finished with 8 assists as a team, with Nakavieon White and Mikal Dawson each hitting 50% of their three-point attempts, while Nate Martin went 6-for-7 from the field, adding 13 rebounds and 4 assists.</p><p>Georgia Southern's defense struggled in their last game, giving up 81 points on 50% shooting from the field. They allowed their opponent to hit 60% of their two-point attempts, with 17 made shots inside the arc.</p> <p>From three-point range, Georgia Southern's opponents shot 38%, connecting on 10 of 26 attempts. They also sent their opponent to the free-throw line 27 times, where they made 17 free throws. Georgia Southern gave up 17 offensive rebounds in the game.</p><h3>Will Coastal Carolina Secure A Victory as Home Favorites?</h3><p>Coastal Carolina fell to 6-9 on the season after a 79-74 road loss to Georgia State on Saturday. The Chanticleers entered the game as +3.5 point underdogs and failed to cover the spread. The total points for the game were 153, exceeding the O/U line of 136.5.</p> <p>Coastal Carolina led 44-31 at halftime but struggled defensively in the 2nd half, allowing 48 points while scoring just 30.</p><p>Coastal Carolina put up 74 points in their last game, shooting 47.6% from the field and 41.7% from beyond the arc, hitting 10 of 24 threes. Their effective field goal percentage stood at 55.6%, with a 51.3% success rate on two-point attempts.</p> <p>Zarique Nutter led the team with 23 points, shooting 66.7% overall. Toneari Lane and Rasheed Jones each hit 50% of their threes, with Jones connecting on 5 of 10 attempts. The Chanticleers finished with 19 assists and 9 offensive rebounds, though they struggled at the free-throw line, making just 4 of 8 attempts.</p><p>Coastal Carolina's defense struggled in their last game, giving up 79 points on 48% shooting. The Chanticleers allowed 29 made field goals on 60 attempts.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Coastal Carolina's opponents shot 46%, hitting 6 of 13 three-point attempts. They also sent them to the line 17 times, where they converted 15 free throws for 88%.</p>

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<p>At 10:30 ET, the Atlanta Hawks (18-17) will travel to take on the Los Angeles Clippers (19-15) in a non-conference matchup. The Clippers are currently favored by 5.5 points and have a moneyline of -217. The over/under line is set at 228.5.</p>

<p>Both teams enter this game on two-game losing streaks. The Hawks are 7th in the Eastern Conference, while the Clippers are 7th in the Western Conference. The game will be played at the Intuit Dome in Inglewood and can be seen on NBA TV.</p><h3>ATLANTA HAWKS VS LOS ANGELES CLIPPERS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Atlanta Hawks +5.5</p><p>This game will be played at Intuit Dome at 10:30 ET on Saturday, January 4th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE ATLANTA HAWKS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 134-112 in favor of the Hawks.</li><li>Our projections have Trae Young finishing with 21 points, 3 rebounds and 11 assists.</li><li>From the field, we have the Hawks finishing with a field goal percentage of 45.8% and knocking down 16 threes.</li></ul><h3>Is an Upset Waiting to Happen on the Road?</h3><p>The Hawks dropped to 18-17 on the season after a 119-102 road loss to the Lakers on Friday. Atlanta entered the game as +2.5 point underdogs but failed to cover the spread. The combined score of 221 points fell short of the 234.5-point O/U line.</p> <p>Atlanta trailed 31-28 after the 1st quarter and 65-57 at halftime. The Hawks were down 96-86 going into the 4th quarter, where they were outscored 23-16.</p><p>In their 119-102 loss to the Lakers, the Hawks struggled offensively, shooting just 41% from the field and connecting on only 6 threes at a 17.6% clip. Trae Young led the way with 33 points and 9 assists, hitting 3 threes at 33.3% efficiency.</p> <p>Jalen Johnson added 19 points and 8 rebounds, shooting 61.5%, while Onyeka Okongwu contributed 14 points and 11 boards, hitting 58.3% of his shots. Young scored 14 points in the 3rd quarter and added 10 more in the 4th.</p><p>The Hawks struggled defensively against the Lakers, giving up 119 points on 48% shooting. They allowed 31 points in both the 1st and 3rd quarters and 34 in the 2nd. Their best defensive effort came in the 4th, where they gave up 23 points.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, the Lakers hit 13 threes on 43% shooting. The Hawks sent them to the line 25 times, where they made 20 free throws. Atlanta recorded 10 steals and 3 blocks but allowed 17 offensive rebounds.</p><h3>Can the Clippers Pull Out the Win as Home Favorites?</h3><p>The Clippers fell to 19-15 on the season after a 116-98 road loss to the Thunder on Thursday. L.A. entered the game as +12 point underdogs and failed to cover the spread. The total points for the game ended at 214, just half a point under the line of 214.5.</p> <p>After leading 30-22 at the end of the 1st quarter, the Clippers were outscored 26-22 in the 2nd quarter. The Thunder took control in the 3rd, outscoring L.A. 42-20, and both teams scored 26 points in the 4th quarter.</p><p>Amir Coffey's 26 points, including 6 made threes at a 75% rate, led the Clippers in their 116-98 loss to the Thunder. Mo Bamba added 12 points, hitting 2 threes at 66.7%, while Ivica Zubac and Kevin Porter each contributed 11 points.</p> <p>The Clippers shot 46.9% from the field, but struggled from beyond the arc, making 11 threes at 34.4%. Coffey scored 10 points in the 3rd quarter, and added 7 more in the 4th.</p><p>Defensively, the Clippers held the Thunder to 116 points, giving up 22 in the 1st quarter and 26 in both the 2nd and 4th. However, a tough 3rd quarter saw them allow 42 points. Overall, the Thunder shot 50% from the field.</p> <p>From three-point range, the Thunder made 14 threes, shooting 36%. The Clippers sent them to the line 20 times, where they hit 16 free throws. The Clippers grabbed 35 defensive rebounds and allowed 4 offensive boards, while also recording 6 steals.</p>

Atlanta Hawks vs Los Angeles Clippers Betting Pick & Prediction 1/4/25

Major League Baseball (MLB) might not be the most popular sport in the world to wager on, but it still presents a really good betting option. MLB betting comes in many different forms, and this is a season that presents plenty of betting opportunities as well.

Major League Baseball was founded all the way back in 1876, but the league has obviously gone through some major changes since that time. Most of the major rules are still in place, but the way that the game is played is now much different.

There are currently 30 teams in MLB, and every team plays 162 games during the regular season. MLB games typically start at the end of March, or early April, and the World Series wraps up during the first week of November.

MLB teams are split up into leagues and divisions, but there is now more crossover games than ever before. The American League and National League now operate under the same basic rules, and that keeps things similar regardless of what league you are looking at.

Knowing the best MLB betting sites &amp; sportsbooks is also important if you plan to bet on MLB, and this article will explore that as well. By the time you are done reading this article, you should be ready to bet on baseball.
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Here is a look at some of the best MLB sportsbooks that are out there in the industry:

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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.
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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.

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College Basketball

Louisiana Tech Bulldogs vs Jacksonville State Gamecocks NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 1/16/25

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<p>Betting on today's Bulldogs and Gamecocks game? Catch the action at Pete Mathews Coliseum in Jacksonville, AL, as the Gamecocks hosts this showdown at 7:00 ET on ESPN+. Louisiana Tech is favored by -1 in this Conference USA conference contest against Jacksonville State. The game's over/under currently sits at 140.5 points.</p><h3>LOUISIANA TECH BULLDOGS VS JACKSONVILLE STATE GAMECOCKS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Jacksonville State Gamecocks +1</p><p>This game will be played at Pete Mathews Coliseum at 7:00 ET on Thursday, January 16th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE JACKSONVILLE STATE GAMECOCKS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 75-71 in favor of the Gamecocks.</li><li>Not only will Jacksonville State pick up the win, but look for them to cover at +1.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 140.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 146 points.</li></ul><h3>Do the Bulldogs Have What it Takes to Win as Road Favorites?</h3><p>Louisiana Tech improved to 10-4 on the season with a 79-74 win over Liberty on Saturday. The Bulldogs were +1.5 point underdogs but pulled off the win at home, covering the spread in the process.</p> <p>After trailing 34-27 at halftime, Louisiana Tech exploded for 52 points in the 2nd half while allowing 40. The game’s total points reached 153, surpassing the O/U line of 133.5.</p><p>In their last game, Louisiana Tech put up 79 points, shooting 45.5% from the field and 33.3% from beyond the arc. Their effective field goal percentage was 50.9%, and they were strong at the free-throw line, hitting 88% of their attempts.</p> <p>Taelon Peter led the way with 33 points, shooting 69.2% overall and 55.6% from three. Sean Newman Jr. added 27 points and 8 assists, shooting 68.8% from the floor.</p><p>Louisiana Tech's defense gave up 74 points in their last game, with opponents shooting 45% from the field on 25 of 55 attempts. Inside the arc, they allowed 52% shooting, as the other team went 18 for 34 on two-point shots.</p> <p>From three-point range, Louisiana Tech's defense held their opponents to 33% shooting, with 7 made threes on 21 attempts. They also sent the other team to the free-throw line 25 times, where they converted 22 free throws for 88%. Louisiana Tech allowed 10 offensive rebounds in the game.</p><h3>Can Jacksonville State Grab a Win at Home?</h3><h3>Jacksonville State Gamecocks Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Jacksonville State fell to 6-7 on the season after an 81-64 road loss to Middle Tennessee on Saturday. Entering the game as +5.5 underdogs, the Gamecocks not only lost but also failed to cover the spread.</p> 

<p>After trailing 37-27 at halftime, Jacksonville State scored 37 points in the 2nd half but allowed 44. The total points for the game ended at 145, just under the O/U line of 145.5.</p><p>Jacksonville State struggled offensively in their last game, shooting just 38.6% from the field and 26.7% from beyond the arc, finishing with 64 points. Their effective field goal percentage was 42.1%, and they managed 10 assists as a team.</p> <p>Essam Mostafa was a bright spot, hitting 10 of 12 shots and grabbing 9 rebounds. Jaron Pierre Jr. also contributed 22 points, despite shooting 36.4% from the field and 30% from three-point range.</p><p>Jacksonville State's defense struggled in their last game, giving up 81 points on 46% shooting from the field. They allowed their opponent to hit 58% of their two-point attempts, with 21 makes on 36 tries.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Jacksonville State's defense held their opponent to 30% shooting, as they went 8/26 from three-point range. The Gamecocks also sent their opponent to the free-throw line 23 times, where they converted 17 attempts for 73%.</p>

<p>Betting on today's Ducks and Lightning game? Catch the action at Amalie Arena in Tampa, FL, as the Lightning hosts this showdown at 7:00 ET on ESPN+. The over/under goal line for this matchup is currently at 6 goals, and the Lightning are favored by -1.5 vs. the Ducks.</p><h3>ANAHEIM DUCKS VS TAMPA BAY LIGHTNING BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Tampa Bay Lightning -1.5</p><p>This game will be played at Amalie Arena at 7:00 ET on Thursday, January 16th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE TAMPA BAY LIGHTNING:</h3><ul><li>With the Lightning being favored by 1.5, our NHL analytics models has this one playing out 4-3 in favor of the Lightning.</li><li>Take the Lightning on the moneyline</li><li>On the spread, we like Ducks (+1.5)</li></ul><h3>Are Anaheim Ready for a Road Win?</h3><p>Anaheim’s 4-2 loss to the Blackhawks dropped them to 18-21-5 on the season. The Ducks were favored on the puck line, and the total was set at 6.5 goals, but the game’s 6 combined goals fell just short.</p> <p>Chicago built a 3-0 lead before Anaheim got on the board. Brock McGinn scored for the Ducks at 10:16 in the third period, and Mason McTavish added another goal with just 4 seconds left in the game.</p><p>The Ducks fired 39 shots on goal but only managed to score twice in their 4-2 loss to Chicago. Brock McGinn netted his second goal of the season, while Mason McTavish followed with his own second goal, which came on a power play with just 4 seconds left in the game.</p> <p>Anaheim had 16 giveaways and didn’t score until 9:44 into the third period. Troy Terry picked up his 5th assist on McTavish’s late goal, and Ryan Strome added his 4th assist of the season.</p><p>Defensively, the Ducks gave up the first three goals of the game, including two on the power play. Lukas Dostal made 25 saves with a save percentage of 86.2%. Anaheim’s defense also recorded 6 takeaways and 15 hits.</p><h3>Pressure Builds for Tampa Bay as Home Favorites</h3><p>The Lightning fell to 23-16-3 after a 7-4 loss to the Jets. Tampa Bay led 2-0 early, but Winnipeg responded with seven of the next nine goals. The total for the game was set at 6.5 goals, and the combined 11 goals easily surpassed that mark. Tampa Bay was the underdog on the puck line.</p> 

<p>Four different Lightning players scored in the game, with their last goal tying it at 4-4 in the third period. However, the Jets pulled away with three unanswered goals, including two empty-netters.</p><p>Tampa Bay’s offense netted four goals on 30 shots in their 7-4 loss to Winnipeg. Brandon Hagel opened the scoring with his 7th goal of the season, followed by Brayden Point’s 8th, which came on a power play. Mitchell Chaffee added his 4th goal, and Nikita Kucherov scored his 10th.</p> <p>The Lightning scored twice in the first period, added a third goal in the second, and tied the game 4-4 in the third period. They recorded 8 giveaways in the game.</p><p>Tampa Bay's defense struggled late, allowing the final three goals in a 7-4 loss to the Jets, including two empty-netters. They also gave up the go-ahead goal at 12:22 in the 3rd period. Goalie Jonas Johansson made 27 saves with an 84.4% save percentage.</p>

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One important part of handicapping involves whether one team or the other really wants to be in a bowl game. Several factors come in play, including the idea that wherever they might be could be a "comedown" from what they are used to experiencing.

Such might be the case for the Pinstripe Bowl, which is scheduled to kick off at 3:20 PM ET at Yankee Stadium in the Bronx. Yeah, I guess you never thought that someone would say it's a downer to play in the "House That Ruth Built," but the Michigan State Spartans were probably thinking about a New Year's Six game at the outset of the season. Well, here they are at 6-6 (3-9 vs. the spread) and lucky to go bowling at all.

And they'll oppose the Wake Forest Demon Deacons, who have won their lower-tier bowl games three seasons in a row. They have spent time in the nation's top 20 and perhaps have the better quarterback.

That's would make them an easy choice, right? Well, let's see.

In the college football betting odds on this Pinstripe Bowl, complete with reduced juice, from our friends at <a href="http://betanysports.eu/btb50/"><strong>BetAnySports</strong></a>, Michigan State is the favorite:

<strong>Michigan State Spartans -4.5 (-105)</strong>
<strong>Wake Forest Demon Deacons +4.5 (-105)</strong>

<strong>Over 49 points -110 (-102)</strong>
<strong>Under 49 points -110 (-108)</strong>

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Michigan State found itself in the precarious position of having to beat Maryland in the final regular season game just to qualify for a bowl. But they barely got by the pathetic Terps 19-16, and let's not forget, that was a team that had just been beaten by a combined 165-28 by Nebraska, Ohio State and Michigan.

Brian Lewerke was merely adequate in a conference where it takes more than that, completing 58.6% for 6.9 yards an attempt and a 16-12 touchdown-INT ratio. But the rushing game averaged only 123 yards, and the offense ranked outside the nation's top 100. There's nothing exciting here, and the frustrating part is Dantonio's inability (unwillingness?) to bring a more dynamic offensive coordinator into the fold.

The defense gives Michigan State a shot to stay in most games, however. Overall, they rank 15th in the nation. They are experienced (seven seniors) and with the likes of Kenny Willekes, Joe Bachie and Anjuan Simmons in the front seven, enemy ground games averaged just 3.3 yards a carry.

Wake Forest got off to a 5-0 start, and that might have been able to expand to 8-0 if not for a thrilling 62-59 loss to Louisville, in which the teams combined for 45 points in the fourth quarter. They had made their presence known in the national rankings. But then they were beaten three of four coming into the clubhouse, including a strange nine-point overtime loss to Syracuse, in which the Orange kicked an OT field goal and then returned a fumble for a TD.

The Deacons come into the game with the nation's 12th-ranked offense, and a lot of that depended on the Jamie Newman-Sage Surratt combination. Newman, a junior, threw for 2693 yards and 23 TD's, rushing for 487 yards and six scores. He is more dynamic than his Michigan State counterpart. Surratt emerged as one of the top receivers in the ACC and perhaps the country, with 66 catches for 1001 yards and eleven TD's. But he went down for the season in the Virginia Tech game with a shoulder injury. Scotty Washington, the second-leading receiver, is down with an ankle injury and is questionable.

Including the game where Wake lost Surratt, Newman's numbers have dropped. He's gone 42 of 87 with one touchdown and three INT's.

This is not a terrifically balanced offense; they throw the ball almost 55% of the time, and in this RPO-based attack, Newman has more rushing attempts than anyone else. That's why the leg injury that makes Newman officially "questionable" for this one is also a big concern.

Michigan State found a way to score points against some bowl teams, like Illinois (34 points), Indiana (40) and Western Michigan (51). But they were handled rather easily against the upper-tier squads in the Big Ten, like Ohio State, Penn State, Wisconsin and Michigan, who beat them by a combined 144-27 margin. But this Wake Forest team, minus receivers, with a limited running game and a defense that ranks in the lower half of the country (79th) isn't on that level.

Also, for what it's worth, their only two games on natural turf resulted in losses - 36-17 to Virginia Tech and 52-3 to Clemson.

Yes, it would be worrisome to us that Dave Clawson has won his three bowl games at Wake Forest, while Michigan State may or may not want to be in this bowl. But it's hard for us to make a fundamental case for taking the points at this time (although that may change, depending on the status of Newman and Washington).

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<p>The Thundering Herd and Dukes are set to face off at 7:00 ET on ESPN+. The Dukes will host the game at Atlantic Union Bank Center in Harrisonburg, VA. The over/under line for this matchup is currently at 143 points, and James Madison is favored by -6 to win at home against Marshall.</p><h3>MARSHALL THUNDERING HERD VS JAMES MADISON DUKES BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: James Madison Dukes -6</p><p>This game will be played at Atlantic Union Bank Center at 7:00 ET on Thursday, January 16th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE JAMES MADISON DUKES:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 78-69 in favor of the Dukes.</li><li>Not only will James Madison pick up the win, but look for them to cover at -6.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 143 points, and we like the over with a projected 147 points.</li></ul><h3>Will the Thundering Herd Defense Show Up on the Road?</h3><p>Marshall moved to 8-8 on the season with an 81-69 home win over Georgia Southern on Saturday. The Thundering Herd were -8.5 favorites going into the game and covered the spread with the 12-point victory.</p> <p>Marshall led 45-35 at halftime and outscored the Eagles 36-34 in the second half. The game’s total points of 150 fell just under the O/U line of 152.5.</p><p>Marshall's offense was clicking in their last game, putting up 81 points with a 50% field goal percentage. They hit 38.5% from beyond the arc, connecting on 10 of 26 attempts, and their effective field goal percentage was 59.3%. The Thundering Herd also pulled down 17 offensive rebounds and dished out 19 assists.</p> <p>Nakavieon White led the way with 22 points, shooting 70% from the field, while Mikal Dawson added 21 points, hitting 5 threes at a 50% clip. Nate Martin was nearly perfect, shooting 6 of 7 and grabbing 13 rebounds, and Dezayne Mingo contributed 17 points and 7 assists.</p><p>Marshall's defense struggled, giving up 69 points while allowing the opposition to shoot 50% from the field. They were particularly vulnerable inside, where they conceded 60% shooting on two-point attempts.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Marshall's defense allowed 10 threes on 26 attempts, a 38% shooting rate. They also sent the other team to the line 27 times, where they hit 17 free throws.</p><h3>Will the Dukes Make it Happen at Home?</h3><h3>James Madison Dukes Recent Game/Games</h3> <p>The Dukes fell to 7-8 on the season after an 86-66 road loss to Appalachian State on Saturday. Entering the game as +1 underdogs, they not only lost but also failed to cover the spread. The total points for the game reached 152, exceeding the over/under line of 133.5.</p> <p>James Madison found themselves in a deep hole early, trailing 49-30 at halftime. Although they scored 36 points in the second half, they couldn’t close the gap, as Appalachian State added 37 points after the break.</p><p>James Madison struggled offensively in their last game, shooting just 34.8% from the field and 25% from beyond the arc. Their effective field goal percentage was 39.4%, and they managed only 8 assists as a team.</p> <p>CJ Huntley and Myles Tate each scored 21 points, with Huntley hitting 4 of 6 threes and shooting 66.7% overall. The Dukes grabbed 15 offensive rebounds and shot 77.8% from the free-throw line.</p><p>James Madison's defense struggled in their last game, giving up 86 points while allowing the opposing team to shoot 53% from the field. The Dukes allowed 18 two-point baskets on 35 attempts, a 51% shooting rate.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, James Madison's defense gave up 10 threes on 17 attempts, with the opposing team shooting 58%. They also sent the other team to the free-throw line 28 times, where they made 20 free throws, shooting 71%.</p>

<p>Looking to win big? The Purple Eagles and Stags face off at 7:00 ET on ESPN+. The Stags are hosting the game at Leo D. Mahoney Arena in Fairfield, CT. Niagara is favored by -1.5 in this Metro Atlantic Athletic conference contest against Fairfield. The game's over/under currently sits at 135.5 points.</p><h3>NIAGARA PURPLE EAGLES VS FAIRFIELD STAGS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Fairfield Stags +1.5</p><p>This game will be played at Leo D. Mahoney Arena at 7:00 ET on Thursday, January 16th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE FAIRFIELD STAGS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 77-69 in favor of the Stags.</li><li>Not only will Fairfield pick up the win, but look for them to cover at +1.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 135.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 146 points.</li></ul><h3>Is a Road Win Possible for the Purple Eagles?</h3><p>Niagara dropped to 6-9 on the season after a 68-65 home loss to Rider on Sunday. The Purple Eagles were -5.5 favorites but failed to cover the spread. The total points for the game were 133, just under the O/U line of 134.5.</p> <p>After trailing 33-26 at halftime, Niagara put up 39 points in the 2nd half while allowing 35, but it wasn’t enough to secure the win.</p><p>Niagara's offense put up 65 points in their last game, shooting 52% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 60%. They connected on 61.3% of their two-point attempts (19/31) and hit 36.8% from beyond the arc (7/19). The Purple Eagles struggled at the free-throw line, making just 6 of 10 attempts.</p> <p>T.J. Weeks Jr. led the way with 18 points, hitting 4 of 7 from three-point range. Justice Smith added 17 points, shooting 70% overall. Zion Russell chipped in 11 points and 6 assists, going 5 for 6 from the field and perfect from three.</p><p>Niagara's defense struggled in their last game, allowing 68 points on 52% shooting from the field. The Purple Eagles gave up 19 two-point baskets on 31 attempts, with their opponents hitting 61% of their shots inside the arc.</p> <p>From three-point range, Niagara's opponents shot 36%, making 7 of 19 attempts. The Purple Eagles sent them to the free-throw line 10 times, where they converted 6 shots for 60%. Niagara limited offensive rebounds, giving up just 4 in the game.</p><h3>Will Fairfield Find a Way to Win at Home?</h3><h3>Fairfield Stags Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Fairfield’s season record fell to 5-10 after a 61-51 loss to Marist on Sunday. The Stags, who were +7.5 point underdogs going into the game, didn’t cover the spread. The total points for the game were 112, well under the O/U line of 135.5.</p> 

<p>After a 25-25 tie at halftime, Fairfield struggled in the second half, scoring 26 points while allowing 36.</p><p>Fairfield's offense struggled in their last game, putting up just 51 points and shooting 36.5% from the field. They hit only 28.1% of their two-point attempts, but found success from beyond the arc, connecting on 50% of their threes (10/20).</p> <p>Jamie Bergens led the way with 16 points, hitting 3 of 4 from deep. Jackson Price contributed 12 points and 6 rebounds, despite missing all 4 of his three-point attempts.</p><p>Fairfield's defense gave up 61 points, even though they allowed the opposing team to shoot 50% from the field. The Stags struggled to contain two-point shots, with their opponents hitting 64% (22/34) from inside the arc.</p> <p>From three-point range, Fairfield held their opponents to just 22% shooting, as they went 4/18. The Stags also limited free-throw opportunities, with the other team making 5/6 (83%). Fairfield allowed 5 offensive rebounds in the game.</p>

<p>Don't miss out on the NCAA showdown between the Red Foxes and Peacocks. The game is starting at 7:00 ET on ESPN+, and it's hosted by the Peacocks at Yanitelli Center in Jersey City, NJ. Get ready to place your bets! Marist come into this Metro Atlantic Athletic conference matchup as the -1.5 favorite. The over/under line currently sits at 121.5 points.</p><h3>MARIST RED FOXES VS SAINT PETER'S PEACOCKS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Saint Peter's Peacocks +1.5</p><p>This game will be played at Yanitelli Center at 7:00 ET on Thursday, January 16th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE SAINT PETER'S PEACOCKS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 77-69 in favor of the Peacocks.</li><li>Not only will Saint Peter's pick up the win, but look for them to cover at +1.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 121.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 146 points.</li></ul><h3>Do the Red Foxes Stand a Chance on the Road?</h3><h3>Marist Red Foxes Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Marist improved to 12-2 on the season with a 61-51 home win over Fairfield on Sunday. The Red Foxes, who were -7.5 favorites, covered the spread with the victory.</p> 

<p>After a 25-25 tie at halftime, Marist pulled away in the second half, outscoring Fairfield 36-26. The game’s total points of 112 fell well short of the 135.5 O/U line.</p><p>Marist's offense put up 61 points in their last game, shooting 50% from the field. They were particularly effective inside, hitting 64.7% of their two-point attempts, though they struggled from beyond the arc, connecting on just 4 of 18 threes (22.2%).</p> <p>Jamie Bergens led the way with 16 points, hitting 3 of 4 from deep. Jackson Price added 12 points and 6 rebounds, despite missing all 4 of his three-point attempts.</p><p>Marist's defense allowed 51 points in their last game, with the opposing team shooting 50% from the field, hitting 26 of 52 shots. Inside the arc, they were 22 of 34, shooting 64% on two-point attempts.</p> <p>From three-point range, Marist's opponents shot 4 of 18, making just 22% of their threes. They also went to the free-throw line 6 times, converting 5 of those attempts for 83%. Marist gave up 5 offensive rebounds.</p><h3>Are Saint Peter's Ready for a Home Win?</h3><h3>Saint Peter's Peacocks Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Saint Peter's improved to 5-7 on the season with a 62-49 road win over Canisius on Sunday. The Peacocks were favored by 5.5 points and covered the spread. The total points for the game were 111, under the 132-point O/U line.</p> 

<p>Saint Peter's led 34-22 at halftime and maintained their lead by scoring 28 points in the 2nd half while allowing 27 points.</p><p>Saint Peter's offense put up 62 points in their last game, shooting 42% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 52%. They connected on 45.5% of their threes, hitting 10 of 22 attempts, while struggling inside the arc, making just 39.3% of their two-point shots (11/28).</p> <p>Marcus Randolph led the Peacocks with 19 points, hitting 4 of 10 from three-point range. Tana Kopa added 12 points, shooting 4 of 6 from deep. Paul McMillan and Bryce Eaton each contributed 11 points, with Eaton hitting 3 of 6 from beyond the arc and dishing out 5 assists.</p><p>Saint Peter's defense was stellar, holding their opponent to just 49 points on 34% shooting from the field. They limited two-point opportunities, with the opposition hitting only 12 of 32 attempts for 37%.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, the Peacocks gave up just 5 threes on 18 attempts, a 27% success rate. They also kept the opponent off the offensive glass, allowing only 5 offensive rebounds.</p>

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.
<h3>Where to bet on NFL</h3>
Knowing where to find the best NFL sportsbooks is a big key if you want to have some success when wagering on this sport. Here are six of the best NFL sportsbooks to use, and all of them are going to be a little bit different.

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Best NFL Betting Sites & Sportsbooks

<p>An interleague series begins Friday night when the Los Angeles Angels (14-12, 6-7 away) visit the Milwaukee Brewers (16-9, 7-5 home). It’s early, but the Angels are third in the AL West, half a game back of first, and Milwaukee is second in the NL Central, 1.5 games back of first. Below is my MLB pick for the Angels vs Brewers.</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="h-los-angeles-angels-vs-milwaukee-brewers-betting-pick"><a></a><a></a>Los Angeles Angels vs Milwaukee Brewers Betting Pick</h2>



<p>The Pick: Los Angeles Angels +118 at <a href="https://www.bangthebook.com/sportsbooks/betanysports/">BetAnySports</a></p>



<p>This game will be played at American Family Field at 8:10 p.m. on Friday, April 28, 2023.</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="h-why-bet-the-los-angeles-angels"><a></a>Why Bet the Los Angeles Angels:</h2>



<p>✅ Los Angeles has been playing well and have won four of their last five games.</p>



<p>✅ Against Milwaukee, the Angels have won eight of their last 10 meetings.</p>



<p>✅ The Brewers have lost four of their last six games played.</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="h-los-angeles-angels-sticking-around-500">Los Angeles Angels Sticking Around .500</h2>



<p>Los Angeles took advantage of a favorable early week schedule and won three of four games against the Oakland Athletics. The series started off with a tough 11-10 extra inning loss, but that was the Angles only blemish of the week. Los Angeles evened the series up with a 5-3 win on Tuesday and won 11-3 on Wednesday. The series ended with a near Shohei Ohtani cycle, and an 8-7 win for the Angels.</p>



<p>Tyler Anderson will make his fifth start of the season and he will look to improve on his 7.20 ERA and 1.70 WHIP.</p>



<p>Hunter Renfroe is off to a great start, and he leads the Angels with seven home runs and 20 RBIs. Mike Trout is leading the way with a .305 batting average.</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="h-the-milwaukee-brewers-look-elite">The Milwaukee Brewers Look Elite</h2>



<p>Milwaukee has had a great start to the season, but they had a tough early week where they lost two of three games to the very bad Detroit Tigers. The Brewers lost the first game 4-2 and dropped the second 4-3. Milwaukee avoided the sweep with a 6-2 victory in the series finale.</p>



<p>Wade Miley is heading to the mound for the fifth time this season and he will look to build off his strong start that has him with a 1.96 ERA and 0.96 WHIP.</p>



<p>Brian Anderson has had a nice start to the year, and he leads the Brewers with a .276 batting average and 20 RBIs. Rowdy Tellez has mashed a team high eight home runs.</p>

Los Angeles Angels vs Milwaukee Brewers Prediction & Pick - 04/28/23

The National Basketball Association (NBA) was first founded all the way back in 1946 as that is when the first season was played. There were only a handful of teams in the NBA at that time, but it has continued to grow throughout the years.

The NBA is no longer just a league that is made up of the best basketball players in the United States as it is a league that has grown internationally as well. This league is now full of players from other countries as it is the best professional basketball league in the world.

Every NBA team plays 82 games during the regular season and the top 16 teams make up the NBA Playoffs. The league is split up into conferences and divisions, and there are eight teams from each conference in the postseason.

NBA basketball begins in October, and the NBA Finals take place every single June. This is a league that attracts plenty of attention, and NBA betting is extremely popular as well.

This article will not only introduce you to the best NBA betting sites &amp; sportsbooks, but it will also give you some NBA betting tips.
<h2 id="h-where-to-bet-on-the-nba" class="wp-block-heading">WHERE TO BET ON THE NBA</h2>
If you are wanting to do some NBA betting then you need to know where the best NBA sportsbooks are located. The sports betting industry just continues to get bigger and bigger, especially when it comes to online wagering.

It used to be that betting on the NBA was done either in-person or through a local bookie, but that is no longer the case. You are going to find some great options online, and here is a look at four of the best NBA sportsbooks that you are going to find online.

Best NBA Betting Sites & Sportsbooks

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<p>Betting on today's Golden Griffins and Gaels game? Catch the action at Hynes Athletics Center in New Rochelle, NY, as the Gaels hosts this showdown at 7:00 ET on ESPN+. The over/under line for this matchup is currently at 142 points, and Iona is favored by -10.5 to win at home against Canisius.</p><h3>CANISIUS GOLDEN GRIFFINS VS IONA GAELS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Canisius Golden Griffins +10.5</p><p>This game will be played at Hynes Athletics Center at 7:00 ET on Thursday, January 16th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE CANISIUS GOLDEN GRIFFINS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 77-70 in favor of the Gaels.</li><li>Even though we have Iona winning straight-up, we like Canisius at +10.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 142 points, and we like the over with a projected 147 points.</li></ul><h3>Will Canisius Secure A Victory as Road Underdogs?</h3><h3>Canisius Golden Griffins Recent Game/Games</h3> <p>Canisius fell to 1-15 on the season after a 62-49 home loss to Saint Peter's on Sunday. The Golden Griffins entered the game as +5.5 underdogs but failed to cover the spread.</p> <p>Trailing 34-22 at halftime, Canisius scored 27 points in the 2nd half while allowing 28. The game’s total points were 111, falling short of the O/U line of 132.</p><p>Canisius struggled offensively in their last game, scoring just 49 points with a field goal percentage of 34% (17/50). Their effective field goal percentage was 40%, and they shot 27.8% from three-point range, hitting 5 of 18 attempts. They also managed only 5 offensive rebounds and recorded 9 assists as a team.</p> <p>Marcus Randolph led the way with 19 points, shooting 4/10 from beyond the arc. Tana Kopa contributed 12 points, hitting 4/6 from three-point range, while Paul McMillan IV and Bryce Eaton each added 11 points, with Eaton connecting on 3/6 from deep.</p><p>Canisius put on a defensive clinic, holding their opponent to just 62 points on 34% shooting from the field. They were particularly effective inside the arc, limiting two-point attempts to 12/32, or 37%.</p> <p>The Golden Griffins also did well defending the three, with their opponent hitting only 5 of 18 attempts, good for 27%. Canisius sent them to the line 15 times, where they made 10 free throws, and gave up just 5 offensive rebounds.</p><h3>Can the Gaels Pull Out the Win as Home Favorites?</h3><p>Iona’s season continued to be a struggle, as their record fell to 5-12 after a 63-62 loss to Quinnipiac on Sunday. The Gaels were +1.5 point underdogs going into the game and managed to cover the spread, but it was another close loss for the team.</p> <p>At home, Iona led 37-33 at halftime but scored just 25 points in the second half while allowing 30. The game’s total points of 125 fell well below the O/U line of 145.5.</p><p>Iona struggled offensively in their last game, shooting just 35.7% from the field and 25% from beyond the arc, finishing with 62 points. Their effective field goal percentage was 40%, and they hit only 6 of 15 free throws (40%).</p> <p>Dejour Reaves led the Gaels with 16 points and 10 rebounds, despite going 0-3 from three-point range. Paul Otieno added 12 points and 13 rebounds, shooting 55.6% from the field. Iona grabbed 17 offensive rebounds and dished out 19 assists as a team.</p><p>Despite giving up 17 offensive rebounds, Iona's defense held strong, allowing just 63 points on 35% shooting. The Gaels limited their opponent to 41% from two-point range, with 19 makes on 46 attempts.</p> <p>Iona's perimeter defense was effective, as they held their opponent to 25% shooting from beyond the arc, with just 6 made threes on 24 attempts. The Gaels also benefited from poor free-throw shooting, with their opponent hitting only 6 of 15 attempts.</p>

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<p>Making on a bet on this NHL game featuring the Canadiens versus the Stars? The puck drops at 8:00 ET, and you can watch it all unfold on ESPN+. The game will be played at American Airlines Center in Dallas, TX. The over/under for this non-conference contest is set at 5.5 goals, with the Stars being the favored by -1.5 goals against the Canadiens.</p><h3>MONTREAL CANADIENS VS DALLAS STARS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Dallas Stars -1.5</p><p>This game will be played at American Airlines Center at 8:00 ET on Thursday, January 16th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE DALLAS STARS:</h3><ul><li>Even though they are 1.5 goal underdogs, we see the Canadiens winning this game by a score of 4-3.</li><li>We like the Canadiens on the moneyline (+196)</li><li>The Canadiens are also our pick on the spread at +1.5</li></ul><h3>Are the Canadiens Ready for a Road Win?</h3><p>Montreal’s 3-1 loss to the Penguins dropped their record to 21-18-4. The Canadiens entered the game as underdogs on the puck line, and the total was set at 6.5 goals. The combined 4 goals fell short of that mark.</p> 

<p>After falling behind 2-0, Montreal got on the board with a goal from Christian Dvorak at 14:28 in the third period. However, the Penguins sealed the game with an empty-net goal at 19:15.</p><p>Montreal’s offense was held in check in their 3-1 loss to Pittsburgh, with Christian Dvorak scoring his first goal of the season at the 14:28 mark of the third period. Emil Heineman picked up his first assist, while Juraj Slafkovsky added his seventh.</p> <p>The Canadiens managed 26 shots on goal but were hampered by 20 giveaways. They were shut out through the first two periods before finally getting on the board in the third.</p><p>Montreal's defense gave up the first two goals, with the first coming 15:57 into the first period and the second at 18:40 in the second. The Canadiens pulled within one in the third, but an empty-netter sealed the game for Pittsburgh. Goalie Sam Montembeault made 21 saves with a 91.3% save percentage, while the defense added 4 takeaways and 28 hits.</p><h3>Will the Stars Secure A Victory as Home Favorites?</h3><p>Dallas dropped to 28-14-1 with a 4-2 loss to the Panthers. The Stars trailed 2-0 before tying it up in the second period, but Florida scored twice in the third to seal the win.</p> 

<p>The total was set at 6.5 goals, but the combined score reached only 6. Dallas, as the underdog on the puck line, failed to cover.</p><p>Dallas took 25 shots on goal but only found the net twice in their 4-2 loss to Florida. Evgenii Dadonov scored his second goal of the season on a power play, while Matt Duchene added his seventh. Duchene also picked up his eighth assist on Dadonov's goal.</p> <p>The Stars were held scoreless in the first period before scoring twice in the second. Miro Heiskanen earned his fourth assist of the season, and Thomas Harley recorded his fifth. Dallas had 32 giveaways in the game.</p><p>Defensively, the Stars gave up the first two goals of the game, including one at 5:15 in the first period and another at 8:47 in the second. After tying it at 2-2, they allowed two more, one at 2:32 in the third and an empty-netter at the 19:00 mark. Goalie Casey DeSmith made 21 saves with a save percentage of 87.5%.</p>

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<span style="font-weight: 400;">Every year, as NFL fans turn their attention to the postseason, non-playoff teams begin building for the future by hiring new head coaches.</span>

<span style="font-weight: 400;">After Sunday's regular-season finale, a total of six NFL head coaching positions came open. We take a closer look at each position's positives and negatives.</span>
<h2><span style="font-weight: 400;"><a href="http://bangthebook.com/s/betus/"><img class="alignright size-full wp-image-699013" src="http://bangthebook.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/10/betus.gif" alt="betus" width="300" height="250" /></a>Jacksonville Jaguars</span></h2>
<span style="font-weight: 400;">There is very little history, no culture of winning, and you have an owner that continues to flirt with London as a possible relocation spot. But the Jaguars head coaching position does have some very attractive qualities.</span>

<span style="font-weight: 400;">This team is projected to have the largest amount of salary cap space, the AFC South is a winnable division, and they will go into April's draft with several high-round picks, including the No. 1 overall pick, presumably Clemson quarterback Trevor Lawrence.</span>
<h2><span style="font-weight: 400;">Los Angeles Chargers</span></h2>
<span style="font-weight: 400;">The Chargers don't need a top five pick because they already have their young franchise quarterback in Justin Herbert. There is also Joey Bosa on the defensive side of the ball.</span>

<span style="font-weight: 400;">But the Chargers are a tenant in their new stadium, owner Dean Spanos doesn't have a good track record, and you have to compete against Patrick Mahomes twice a year for the next decade. </span>

<span style="font-weight: 400;">One possible way to counter that is to hire Chiefs offensive coordinator Eric Bieniemy, who is currently third in </span><a href="http://bangthebook.com/nfl-odds/673135/"><span style="font-weight: 400;">online betting odds</span></a><span style="font-weight: 400;"> to get the job at +600.</span>
<h2><span style="font-weight: 400;">Atlanta Falcons</span></h2>
<span style="font-weight: 400;">Matt Ryan is a great quarterback, but he's aging. The Falcons also rank in the bottom five in terms of available salary cap space, and you can't make any space because of Ryan's dead cap hit.</span>

<span style="font-weight: 400;">The Falcons do have the fourth pick in the draft, and they did finish this season playing strong football, but this looks like a major rebuild, and that may keep the very best coaching candidates away.</span>
<h2><span style="font-weight: 400;">Houston Texans</span></h2>
<span style="font-weight: 400;">Good fans, a division there for the taking, and a superstar quarterback in Deshaun Watson make the Texans job very attractive.</span>

<span style="font-weight: 400;">On the downside, their 2021 first- and second-round draft picks belong to the Miami Dolphins, they have very little cap space, and the defense is absolutely terrible.</span>

<span style="font-weight: 400;">Still, players like Watson don't come along very often, and he makes a rebuild much easier.</span>
<h2><span style="font-weight: 400;">Detroit Lions</span></h2>
<span style="font-weight: 400;">Matthew Stafford continues to play at an elite level, even when he has nothing around him, which has been for most of his career. But his future with the franchise is in doubt, which may make the difference in a top candidate taking the job or the Lions once again taking the leftovers.</span>

<span style="font-weight: 400;">The Lions will pick seventh in April's draft, and rookie running back D'Andre Swift did show promise at the end of the season. But turning the Lions into a winner feels like a Herculean task.</span>
<h2><span style="font-weight: 400;">New York Jets</span></h2>
<span style="font-weight: 400;">Despite the history with the Jets, this is actually a desirable job. They have the No. 2 overall pick and the Seahawks' first- and third-round picks because of the Jamal Adams trade. </span>

<span style="font-weight: 400;">There is tons of cap space in New York, and the Patriots are no longer the immovable force in the AFC East. The only thing left to be sorted out is the future of Sam Darnold now that Lawrence is an unlikely replacement.</span>

<a href="http://bangthebook.com/sportsbooks/"><span style="font-weight: 400;">Sportsbook</span></a><span style="font-weight: 400;"> odds have Bills offensive coordinator Brian Daboll (+450) as the most likely new Jets coach.</span>

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<p>Looking to win big? The Cardinals and Zips face off at 6:00 ET on ESPN+. The Zips are hosting the game at James A. Rhodes Arena in Akron, OH. The over/under for this game is set at 144.5 points, and Akron is favored by -10.5 against Lamar in a non-conference matchup.</p><h3>LAMAR CARDINALS VS AKRON ZIPS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Lamar Cardinals +10.5</p><p>This game will be played at James A. Rhodes Arena at 6:00 ET on Friday, November 22nd.</p><h3>WHY BET THE LAMAR CARDINALS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 78-69 in favor of the Zips.</li><li>Even though we have Akron winning straight-up, we like Lamar at +10.5.</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>Can the Cardinals Lock in a Road Win?</h3><p>The Cardinals fell to Sam Houston 85-72 on Sunday, November 17th. Lamar, playing at home, entered the game as +6.5 point underdogs and didn’t cover the spread. The total points for the game hit 157, surpassing the pre-game over/under line of 149.</p> <p>After trailing 41-37 at halftime, Lamar couldn’t close the gap in the 2nd half, scoring 35 points while allowing 44.</p><p>Lamar's offense struggled from the field, shooting just 35.9% overall and 27.3% from three-point range in their last game. Despite their shooting woes, they managed to score 72 points, thanks in part to 20 made free throws at an 80% clip and 22 offensive rebounds.</p> <p>Lamar Wilkerson led the way, hitting 6 threes at 60% efficiency and finishing with 28 points. Kalifa Sakho was also efficient, shooting 75% from the field and adding 22 points and 6 rebounds.</p><p>Despite giving up 85 points, the Lamar Cardinals held their opponents to just 35% shooting from the field. They limited damage from beyond the arc, where their opponents shot 27% on 6/22 attempts.</p> <p>However, Lamar sent their opponents to the free-throw line 25 times, where they converted 20 free throws for 80%. The Cardinals also allowed 22 offensive rebounds.</p><h3>Does Akron Stand a Chance at Home?</h3><p>Akron's season opener didn’t go as planned, as they fell 87-68 to Saint Mary’s on Tuesday. The Zips were +14.5 point underdogs heading into the game and failed to cover the spread. The total points for the game reached 155, surpassing the over/under line of 136.5.</p> <p>After trailing 38-30 at halftime, Akron couldn’t keep pace with the Gaels in the second half, where they allowed 49 points while scoring 38 of their own.</p><p>Akron's offense struggled inside in their last game, shooting just 28.9% on two-point attempts. Overall, they hit 35.8% from the field, with an effective field goal percentage of 44.8%. The Zips connected on 44.8% of their threes, making 13 of 29 attempts.</p> <p>Mikey Lewis led the team with 18 points, hitting 4 of 6 from deep. Amani Lyles also impressed from beyond the arc, making 5 of 6 threes and finishing with 15 points. Paulius Murauskas contributed 17 points and 15 rebounds, while Augustas Marciulionis dished out 11 assists.</p><p>Akron's defense struggled in their last game, giving up 87 points on 50% shooting. The Zips allowed 30 two-point field goals on 51 attempts, a 58% success rate for their opponent.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Akron held their opponent to 26% shooting, with just 5 made threes on 19 attempts. However, they sent them to the line 18 times, where they converted 12 free throws. Akron also allowed 20 offensive rebounds.</p>

Lamar Cardinals vs Akron Zips NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 11/22/24

<p>Making on a bet on this NCAA game featuring the Aggies versus the Golden Panthers? Tip off is at at 7:00 ET, and you can watch it all unfold on ESPN+. The game will be played at Ocean Bank Convocation Center in Miami, FL. New Mexico State is favored by -2.5 in this Conference USA conference matchup the against FIU. The over/under for the game is set at 143.5 points.</p><h3>NEW MEXICO STATE AGGIES VS FIU GOLDEN PANTHERS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: FIU Golden Panthers +2.5</p><p>This game will be played at Ocean Bank Convocation Center at 7:00 ET on Thursday, January 16th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE FIU GOLDEN PANTHERS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 79-67 in favor of the Golden Panthers.</li><li>Not only will FIU pick up the win, but look for them to cover at +2.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 143.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 146 points.</li></ul><h3>Can the Aggies Pull Off a Win at Miami?</h3><h3>New Mexico State Aggies Recent Game/Games</h3> 
<p>The Aggies improved to 7-6 on the season after a dominant 85-57 win over UTEP on Saturday. New Mexico State entered the game as +7.5 point underdogs but not only pulled off the upset, they also covered the spread. The total points for the game ended at 142, surpassing the O/U line of 138.5.</p> 
<p>New Mexico State took control early, leading 38-25 at halftime. They kept up the pressure in the second half, scoring 47 points while allowing 32.</p><p>New Mexico State's offense was firing on all cylinders in their last game, putting up 85 points with a 56.7% field goal percentage. Their effective field goal percentage was even more impressive at 61.7%, thanks to their 68.3% shooting from two-point range. They also hit 84.6% of their free throws, going 11-for-13 from the line.</p> <p>Zawdie Jackson was perfect from the field, hitting all 7 of his shots and finishing with 18 points and 5 assists in just 23 minutes. David Terrell Jr. and Robert Carpenter each added 17 points, with Carpenter shooting 66.7% from the field. Otis Frazier III knocked down 3 of his 5 three-point attempts, finishing with 13 points and 5 rebounds.</p><p>New Mexico State's defense was strong, holding their opponent to just 57 points on 36% shooting from the field. They limited two-point opportunities, with the other team making only 11 of 29 shots, a 37% success rate.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, New Mexico State allowed 7 three-pointers on 21 attempts, a 33% shooting performance. They also sent their opponent to the free-throw line 19 times, where they converted 14 for a 73% rate. The Aggies gave up 8 offensive rebounds.</p><h3>Can FIU Pull Off a Home Win?</h3><p>FIU dropped to 5-10 on the season after an 81-74 road loss to Sam Houston on Saturday. The Golden Panthers were +8.5 point underdogs but managed to cover the spread. The total points for the game hit 155, going over the pre-game O/U line of 152.5.</p> <p>FIU fell behind 36-27 at halftime but put up a fight in the second half, scoring 47 points while allowing 45. Despite the loss, the Golden Panthers showed some resilience in the latter part of the game.</p><p>FIU's offense put up 74 points in their last game, shooting 43.3% from the field. Their effective field goal percentage was 46.3%, with a strong 53.2% shooting inside the arc, but they struggled from three, hitting just 4 of 20 attempts (20%). At the free-throw line, they connected on 66.7%, making 12 of 18 shots.</p> <p>Lamar Wilkerson led the way with 29 points, shooting 66.7% overall and 5 of 7 from deep (71.4%). Jayden Brewer added 20 points, while Marcus Boykin contributed 17 points, hitting 3 of 4 from three. FIU grabbed 18 offensive rebounds and dished out 11 assists in the game.</p><p>Despite FIU's efforts, they allowed 81 points on 41% shooting from the field. The Golden Panthers' defense held their opponent to 37% shooting inside the arc, with just 11 made two-point field goals.</p> <p>However, FIU struggled to contain the three-point line, where their opponent shot 45%, hitting 10 threes. The Golden Panthers also sent their opponent to the free-throw line 34 times, where they converted 29 attempts, an 85% success rate.</p>

New Mexico State Aggies vs FIU Golden Panthers NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 1/16/25

<p>Don't miss out on the NCAA showdown between the Pride and Tigers. The game is starting at 7:00 ET on CBSS, and it's hosted by the Tigers at TU Arena in Towson, MD. Get ready to place your bets! The over/under for this Coastal Athletic Association conference contest is set at 123.5 points, with Towson being favored by -4 at home against Hofstra.</p><h3>HOFSTRA PRIDE VS TOWSON TIGERS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Towson Tigers -4</p><p>This game will be played at TU Arena at 7:00 ET on Thursday, January 16th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE TOWSON TIGERS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 77-69 in favor of the Tigers.</li><li>Not only will Towson pick up the win, but look for them to cover at -4.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 123.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 146 points.</li></ul><h3>Can the Pride Pull Off a Road Win?</h3><h3>Hofstra Pride Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>The Pride improved to 8-7 on the season with a 66-63 win over UNCW on Saturday, January 11th. Hofstra, playing at home, entered the game as -2.5 point favorites and covered the spread with the win.</p> 

<p>Hofstra led 29-24 at halftime, and while they allowed 39 points in the 2nd half, they scored 37 of their own to secure the win. The total points for the game were 129, just under the O/U line of 132.5.</p><p>Hofstra's offense put up 66 points in their last game, shooting 45.1% from the field. They connected on 42.9% of their threes, hitting 12 of 28 attempts, and had an effective field goal percentage of 56.9%.</p> <p>Donovan Newby led the way with 30 points, knocking down 8 of 14 threes at 57.1%. Jean Aranguren added 20 points, shooting 5 of 9 from deep. Michael Graham was perfect from the field, hitting all 5 of his shots and grabbing 11 rebounds.</p><p>Hofstra's defense gave up 63 points, with the opposing team shooting 45% from the field on 23 of 51 attempts. Inside the arc, they allowed 11 of 23 shooting for 47%.</p> <p>From three-point range, Hofstra's opponents hit 12 of 28 shots, good for 42%. They also sent the other team to the free-throw line 14 times, where they made 8 for 57%. Hofstra gave up 10 offensive rebounds.</p><h3>Will the Tigers Live Up to Expectations at Home?</h3><h3>Towson Tigers Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>The Tigers improved to 7-9 on the season with a 93-82 road win over Drexel on Saturday. Towson entered the game as +1.5 point underdogs and covered the spread with the victory.</p> 

<p>After a 32-32 tie at halftime, Towson scored 44 points in the 2nd half while allowing 44 points. The game’s total points of 175 went well over the O/U line of 126.5.</p><p>The Tigers put up 93 points in their last game, shooting 54.7% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 62.5%. They connected on 45% of their threes (9/20) and hit 59.1% of their two-point attempts (26/44).</p> <p>Nendah Tarke and Dylan Williamson led the way, with Tarke scoring 27 points on 9/14 shooting, including 4/6 from three. Williamson added 26 points, hitting 10/15 from the field and 3/4 from deep, while also dishing out 7 assists.</p><p>Towson's defense struggled, giving up 82 points on 47% shooting from the field. They allowed 26 two-point baskets on 53 attempts, a 49% success rate for their opponent.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Towson's defense gave up 5 threes on 12 attempts, with their opponent shooting 41%. They also sent them to the line 27 times, where they hit 15 free throws, shooting 55%.</p>

Hofstra Pride vs Towson Tigers NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 1/16/25

<p>At 7:05 PM from Yankee Stadium in New York, we have an American League matchup between the Rays and Yankees. Heading into Friday's game, the Rays are 11-9 compared to the Yankees at 13-6. The money line odds have the Yankees as the favorite at -158, while the odds for a Tampa Bay win are sitting at +132.</p>

<p>Clarke Schmidt is starting for the Yankees, and he is up against Tyler Alexander for the Rays. The over/under line is at 9 runs, and you can catch this one on BSSUN.</p><h3>NEW YORK YANKEES VS TAMPA BAY RAYS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: New York Yankees Moneyline -158</p><p>This game will be played at Yankee Stadium at 7:05 ET on Friday, April 19th.</p><h3>HOW TO BET THE RAYS VS YANKEES:</h3><ul><li>We have the Yankees winning by a score of 6 to 5</li><li>However, if you're looking for a run line pick, we like the Rays to cover</li><li>As for an over/under pick, we have this game finishing with 11 runs and like the over</li></ul><h3>Rays Records & Stats</h3><p>A pair of good starts by Ryan Pepiot has helped the Rays pick up a couple of wins in their last two games. He went six innings, giving up just one run on three hits, and picked up the win. The Rays' offense scored their only two runs in the 1st inning of their 2-1 win over the Angels. Tampa Bay was the -149 favorite at home going into the game.</p>

<p>Amed Rosario and Yandy Diaz each had two hits for the Rays. Rosario scored the team's first run and also drove in a run. The Rays really need their offense to pick things up, as they're only averaging 3.6 runs per game. Tampa Bay's bullpen closed things out, and Colin Poche picked up the save.</p><p>The Rays are currently on the road and will be taking on the Yankees today. The Rays come into the game with a record of 11-9, which has them 2.5 games behind the Yankees in the AL East. So far, they have yet to win a series, with a series record of 3-1-2.</p>

<p>Tampa Bay is coming off a series win over the Angels. This came after dropping their series with the Giants. At home, the Rays are 7-7 this season, and they have gone 4-2 on the road. As the favorite, Tampa Bay has a record of 10-8 this season, and they are 1-1 as the underdog.</p><p>The Rays have been a tough team to bet on this season, as they have a run line record of 7-13. They have been slightly better against the run line on the road, going 3-3, but overall they are just 4-10 at home. They have been a slight underdog in most games, going 1-1 against the run line, and they are just 6-12 as the favorite. Their average run margin is -0.8 runs per game, but in their losses, that number jumps to -5.0 runs per game.</p><p>The Tampa Bay Rays have had a combined run average of 9.2 runs per game this season, and their over/under record is 12-8. The over/under line for today's game against the New York Yankees is set at 9 runs. So far this season, 80% of their games have had lower over/under lines than 9 runs.</p><p>Tyler Alexander is getting the start for the Rays today on the road against the Yankees. This is his first start of the season, as he has previously come out of the bullpen in his first two appearances. He went 6 innings in his last outing, picking up the win vs. the Giants.</p><p>Looking at the Rays' player prop projections for today, we see Yandy Díaz has the highest total hits projection on the team and the 11th best in the league. Isaac Paredes is not far behind, as he has the top home run projection on the team and the 8th best in today's slate of games. Harold Ramírez has the 2nd best total hits projection on the Rays and the 17th best in the league.</p><h3>Yankees Records & Stats</h3><p>The Yankees's offense was hot right out of the gates in their most recent game vs. the Blue Jays, closing out their series with a 6-4 win. After allowing two runs to the Blue Jays in the 2nd inning, the Yankees responded with a run of their own and added another in the 5th. New York went on to score four more runs in the 9th inning, putting things out of reach. Heading into the game, the Yankees were the slight underdog at -103.</p>

<p>Marcus Stroman got the start for the Yankees, going 5 1/3 innings, and picked up the win. He only gave up two runs on six hits and issued just two walks. The Yankees's offense was carried by Juan Soto, who went json 3/3 with a homer and two RBIs.</p><p>With a record of 13-6, the Yankees lead the AL East heading into today's game vs. the Rays. The Yankees hold a half-game lead over the Orioles. So far, the Yankees have yet to lose a series, going 5-1.</p>

<p>At home, the Yankees are 4-2 this season and have been even better on the road at 9-4. New York got back on track with a win in their most recent game, which came vs. the Blue Jays. This season, they are 7-4 as the favorite and 6-2 as the underdog.</p><p>When the Yankees win, they win big, with an average run margin of 2.8 runs per game. But when they lose, they lose big, with an average run margin of -2.8 runs per game. They are 10-9 against the run line this season, with an overall run differential of +1.1 runs per game. They are 2-4 against the run line at home, where they have a run differential of +1.3 runs per game. On the road, they are 8-5 against the run line, with a run differential of +0.9 runs per game. As the favorite, they are just 3-8 against the run line, while as the underdog, they are 7-1.</p><p>The New York Yankees have had a combined run average of 8.4 runs per game this season, and their over/under record is 7-11. The over/under line for today's game against the Tampa Bay Rays is set at 9 runs. The over/under line for their games has been set at 9 runs in 4 of their 19 games this season, and their over/under record in those games is 0-3-1. Their over streak is at 2 games, and their games have gone over the over/under line in 2 of the last 3 games.</p><p>Clarke Schmidt is getting the start for the Yankees at home against the Rays. So far this season, he has gone 5 innings in each of his first two starts, picking up a win in his last outing. Schmidt has 16 strikeouts over his first 14 2/3 innings of work.</p><p>For the Yankees, we have Aaron Judge with the highest home run projection on the team and the 5th highest in the league today. Giancarlo Stanton is 2nd on the team in terms of home run projections and 6th in the league. Juan Soto is our top projected hitter in terms of total hits, and his home run projection is 8th in today's slate. Anthony Volpe is 2nd in terms of total hits projections for the Yankees and 13th in terms of home run projections.</p>

Tampa Bay Rays vs New York Yankees Betting Pick & Prediction 4/19/24

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