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<p>Making on a bet on this NCAA game featuring the Panthers versus the Trojans? Tip off is at at 4:00 ET, and you can watch it all unfold on ESPN+. The game will be played at Jack Stephens Center in Little Rock, AR. The odds for this Ohio Valley conference game currently have Little Rock as the -6 point favorite with the over/under line sitting at 134.5 points.</p><h3>EASTERN ILLINOIS PANTHERS VS LITTLE ROCK TROJANS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Eastern Illinois Panthers +6</p><p>This game will be played at Jack Stephens Center at 4:00 ET on Saturday, December 21st.</p><h3>WHY BET THE EASTERN ILLINOIS PANTHERS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 76-72 in favor of the Trojans.</li><li>Even though we have Little Rock winning straight-up, we like Eastern Illinois at +6.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 134.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 148 points.</li></ul><h3>Will Eastern Illinois Find a Way to Win on the Road?</h3><p>Eastern Illinois dropped to 1-8 this season after a 79-72 road loss to Southeast Missouri State on Thursday. The Panthers entered the game as +4.5 point underdogs and failed to cover the spread.</p> <p>EIU trailed 38-35 at halftime and were outscored 41-37 in the 2nd half. The game’s total points of 151 exceeded the O/U line of 139.5.</p><p>In their latest game, Eastern Illinois put up 72 points, shooting 41.1% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 46.4%. They hit 35.7% from beyond the arc, making 5 of 14 attempts, and connected on 72.4% of their free throws, going 21 for 29. The Panthers were strong on the offensive glass, grabbing 17 rebounds, but managed just 6 assists as a team.</p> <p>Teddy Washington Jr. led the way with 28 points and 10 rebounds, hitting 5 of 10 from three-point range. Zion Fruster also contributed from deep, making 3 of 5 threes and finishing with 15 points. Nakyel Shelton added 17 points despite shooting 30.8% from the field, while Kooper Jacobi chipped in 15 points and 12 rebounds.</p><p>Eastern Illinois struggled defensively, giving up 79 points while allowing the opposition to shoot 56% from the field. They had a tough time inside, where they allowed 65% shooting on two-point attempts.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Eastern Illinois gave up 10 threes on 45% shooting. They also sent the other team to the line 20 times, where they hit 75% of their free throws. The Panthers did limit offensive rebounds, giving up just 5.</p><h3>Will the Trojans Secure A Victory as Home Favorites?</h3><h3>Little Rock Trojans Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Little Rock moved to 5-5 on the season with a 60-56 home win over SIUE on Thursday, December 19th. The Trojans, who were -3.5 favorites, covered the spread with the victory.</p> 

<p>Little Rock led 30-22 at halftime, but allowed 34 points in the 2nd half while scoring 30 of their own. The game’s total points of 116 fell well short of the 137 O/U line.</p><p>In their last game, Little Rock struggled offensively, shooting just 39% from the field and 37.5% on two-point attempts. They hit 42.1% from beyond the arc, connecting on 8 of 19 threes, and finished with an effective field goal percentage of 45.8%.</p> <p>Ray'Sean Taylor led the Trojans with 18 points, despite shooting 3 of 10 from the field. Mwani Wilkinson added 16 points, hitting 4 of 6 threes, while Johnathan Lawson contributed 12 points and 10 rebounds, along with 7 assists.</p><p>Little Rock's defense held their opponent to just 56 points, allowing them to shoot 39% from the field. The Trojans limited their opponent to 37% shooting on two-point attempts, with 15 makes on 40 tries.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Little Rock's opponent shot 42%, hitting 8 of 19 threes. The Trojans also sent them to the free-throw line 11 times, where they made 6, shooting 54%. Little Rock gave up 12 offensive rebounds.</p>

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<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>At 4:07 PM ET, the Astros and Athletics face off in an AL West matchup. This one is being played at Oakland Coliseum in Oakland, and the Athletics are the slight underdog on the money line (+144). The Astros are favored, with their money line odds sitting at -171. The over/under line is currently at 9 runs.</p>

<p>Houston will be looking for a win and move above .500, as they are 23-29, while the Athletics are 22-32 overall. Ronel Blanco is starting for the Astros, while the Athletics are going with Aaron Brooks.</p><h3>OAKLAND ATHLETICS VS HOUSTON ASTROS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Oakland Athletics Moneyline +144</p><p>This game will be played at Oakland Coliseum at 4:07 ET on Sunday, May 26th.</p><h3>HOW TO BET THE ASTROS VS ATHLETICS:</h3><ul><li>We have the Athletics winning by a score of 6 to 5</li><li>If you're looking for a run line pick, we also like the Athletics 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>It was a low-scoring game in the most recent game of this A's vs Astros series. Oakland went into the matchup as +131 underdogs and squeaked out a 3-1 win. The A's scored two runs in the first inning and added their final run in the 6th. As for the Astros, they scored their only run in the 6th.</p>

<p>Spencer Arrighetti got the start for the Astros and went just five innings while giving up three runs and took the loss. JP Sears put together a good outing for the A's, getting the win after going six innings and not giving up a run.</p>

<p>Mauricio Dubon was the only Astros hitter to have more than one hit, as he went 2/3 with an RBI. Seth Brown did the most damage for the A's, going 2/4 with an RBI.</p><h3>Astros Records & Stats</h3><p>Houston is 3rd in the AL West, trailing the Mariners by 3.5 games. Overall, the Astros are 23-29 as they play on the road today vs. the Athletics. So far, they have gone 11-8 in divisional matchups.</p>

<p>The Astros have an overall series record of 7-8-1 this season, and they are 5-11 as the road favorite. At home, the Astros are 14-15 compared to 9-14 on the road. This year, Houston is 18-23 as the favorite, and they are 5-6 as the underdog.</p><p>When the Astros win, they win big, with an average run margin of +4.3 runs per game. But when they lose, they lose big, with an average run margin of -3.6 runs per game. Their overall run line record is 21-31, and they have been a better bet at home, going 12-17 vs. the run line. As the favorite, they are just 15-26 vs. the run line.</p><p>The Houston Astros have an over/under record of 21-28 this season, and their games have averaged 9.2 runs per game. When the over/under line is set at 9 runs, they have a record of 8-5-2. In 37 games this season, 44.2% have had over/under lines set below 9 runs, while 26.9% have had lines set above 9 runs.</p><p>Ronel Blanco gets the start for the Astros today as he faces the Athletics on the road. So far this season, Blanco has made eight starts and has a record of 4-0 with an ERA of 2.09. He has made one complete game shutout this year and has turned in five quality starts. Blanco's last outing came on May 14th, where he finished with a no-decision, going three innings and not giving up a run. Before that, he had won three straight starts. Blanco's ERA on the road is 2.34 compared to 1.88 at home.</p><p>Currently, the Astros are the top hitting team in the league, batting a collective .263. They also have the best slugging percentage in the league and are the top home run hitting team in the league. Kyle Tucker has been a big reason for their power numbers, as his 17 home runs are the most in the league. He is also batting .281 for the season and has driven in 37 runs, which is 9th best in the league.</p>

<p>Jose Altuve has struggled at the plate for the Astros of late, hitting just .185 over his last six games. This comes after a strong start to the season that has seen him hit .294 with nine homers. Yordan Alvarez has been hot of late, going 9/22 in his last six games. This has helped him move into the 2nd spot on the team in RBIs (22) while also being tied for 2nd on the team in homers (9).</p><h3>Athletics Records & Stats</h3><p>Oakland will host the Astros today with an overall record of 22-32, which has them 4th in the AL West. Currently, they trail the Mariners by 5.5 games in the division. So far, they have really struggled against other AL West teams, going 5-11 this year.</p>

<p>The Athletics have dropped seven of their last ten games and are 9-21 in night games this year. As the underdog, Oakland is 16-30 this year compared to 6-2 as the favorite. At home, the Athletics have gone 7-13 as the underdog. Their overall series record is 7-8-1.</p><p>The A's have been a good bet on the run line this season, going 25-29 overall. They have been especially good on the run line as the underdog, going 23-23. Their average run margin in winning games is +3.1, while it is -4.0 in losing games. </p><p>The Oakland Athletics are playing at home against the Houston Astros today. The over/under line for the game is set at 9 runs, which is slightly higher than their combined run average of 8.7. The A's have a record of 26-26 on over/under lines this season, and their average line is set at 8 runs. When the line is set at 9 runs, their record is 2-1-1. Only 3.7% of their games have had over/under lines set at 9 runs or higher, with just two games having higher lines. The vast majority of their games have had lower lines, with 88.9% of their games having lines set at under 9 runs.</p><p>Starting for the Oakland Athletics is Aaron Brooks, who will be making his second start of the season. His first start came on the road against the Astros, where he took the loss, going 7 innings and giving up 3 runs. In his most recent start, he went 6 innings and gave up 3 runs in a no-decision against the Rockies.</p><p>So far this season, the Athletics offense is averaging just 3.8 runs per game, which is 27th in the league. However, they have been a much better offensive team at home, averaging 4.6 runs per game. As a team, they are batting just .224, which is 22nd in the league and have the 26th most strikeouts in the league. Oakland's team on-base percentage of .297 is also near the bottom of the league.</p>

<p>As a team, the Athletics are 4th in the league in home runs, and they have a few players who have hit the ball well this season. Brent Rooker is batting .286 for the season and has gone 10/29 in his last seven games, including a home run and six RBIs. Rooker's 11 homers is 6th in the league, and he is also 11th in the league with 34 RBIs. Catcher Shea Langeliers has 10 homers this season but is batting just .212.</p>

Houston Astros vs Oakland Athletics Betting Pick & Prediction 5/26/24

<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>Don't miss out on the NCAA showdown between the Beacons and Broncos. The game is starting at 1:00 ET on ESPN+, and it's hosted by the Broncos at University Arena (MI) in Kalamazoo, MI. Get ready to place your bets! This non-conference matchup has an over/under of 151.5 points, and Western Michigan is favored by -1.5 vs. Valparaiso.</p><h3>VALPARAISO BEACONS VS WESTERN MICHIGAN BRONCOS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Western Michigan Broncos -1.5</p><p>This game will be played at University Arena (MI) at 1:00 ET on Friday, December 20th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE WESTERN MICHIGAN BRONCOS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 77-70 in favor of the Broncos.</li><li>Not only will Western Michigan pick up the win, but look for them to cover at -1.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 151.5 points, and we like the under with a projected 147 points.</li></ul><h3>Are the Beacons Ready for a Road Win?</h3><h3>Valparaiso Beacons Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>The Beacons dropped to 4-5 on the season after a 95-73 loss to Ohio State on Tuesday. Valparaiso entered the game as +21 point underdogs and failed to cover the spread.</p> 

<p>Valpo trailed 41-30 at halftime and allowed 54 points in the 2nd half while scoring 43 of their own. The total points for the game reached 168, surpassing the O/U line of 149.5.</p><p>Valparaiso's offense struggled from the field in their last game, shooting just 35.8% overall and 20.8% from three-point range. Their effective field goal percentage was 38.8%, but they did excel at the free-throw line, hitting 87% of their attempts.</p> <p>Devin Royal led the way with 31 points and 15 rebounds, shooting 68.8% from the field. All Wright added 22 points, while Bruce Thornton contributed 14 points and a team-high 6 assists.</p><p>Valparaiso’s defense struggled in their last game, giving up 95 points on 54% shooting. They allowed 33 field goals on 61 attempts.</p> <p>Inside the arc, the Beacons gave up 27 two-pointers on 42 attempts, a 64% shooting rate. From three-point range, they allowed 6 of 19 shots to fall, a 31% success rate. Valparaiso also sent their opponents to the line 27 times, where they hit 23 free throws, an 85% rate.</p><h3>Will the Broncos Find a Way to Win at Home?</h3><p>The Broncos' season continued to struggle as they fell to 2-7 after a 98-62 loss to North Dakota State on Sunday. Playing on the road, Western Michigan entered the game as +8.5 point underdogs but failed to cover the spread.</p> <p>Trailing 49-28 at halftime, the Broncos couldn't mount a comeback, allowing another 49 points in the 2nd half while scoring 34. The game’s total points reached 160, exceeding the pre-game O/U line of 144.</p><p>Western Michigan struggled offensively in their last game, shooting just 38.7% from the field and finishing with an effective field goal percentage of 41.9%. They connected on 38.5% of their three-point attempts, going 5-for-13 from deep, while hitting 69.2% of their free throws.</p> <p>Chansey Willis Jr. led the Broncos with 22 points and 5 assists, shooting 50% from both the field and beyond the arc. Jacari White added 19 points, hitting 4 of 6 threes, and Jacksen Moni contributed 16 points and 7 assists, shooting 70% from the floor.</p><p>Western Michigan's defense struggled, giving up 98 points while allowing their opponent to shoot 69% from the field. The Broncos couldn't contain the two-point game, with the other team hitting 83% of their shots inside the arc.</p> <p>From three-point range, Western Michigan allowed 18 threes on 58% shooting. They did limit free-throw damage, with the opponent going 4/9. The Broncos gave up just 3 offensive rebounds.</p>

Valparaiso Beacons vs Western Michigan Broncos NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 12/20/24

<p>At 8:00 ET, the Golden State Warriors (14-12) will travel to take on the Minnesota Timberwolves (14-12) in a Western Conference matchup. The Timberwolves are currently favored by 3.5 points.</p>

<p>Golden State is currently on a three-game losing streak and is 10th in the Western Conference. Minnesota is 8th in the West and 3rd in the Northwest Division.</p><h3>GOLDEN STATE WARRIORS VS MINNESOTA TIMBERWOLVES BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Golden State Warriors +3.5</p><p>This game will be played at Target Center at 8:00 ET on Saturday, December 21st.</p><h3>WHY BET THE GOLDEN STATE WARRIORS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 134-130 in favor of the Warriors.</li><li>Our projections have Stephen Curry finishing with 23 points, 4 rebounds and 5 assists.</li><li>From the field, we have the Warriors finishing with a field goal percentage of 47.2% and knocking down 17 threes.</li></ul><h3>Can the Warriors Pull Off a Win at Minneapolis?</h3><p>The Warriors fell to 14-12 on the season after a crushing 144-93 road loss to the Grizzlies on Thursday. Entering the game as +2.5 point underdogs, Golden State failed to cover the spread, and the combined score of 237 points narrowly missed the O/U line of 238.5.</p> <p>Memphis set the tone early, going on an 11-0 run to extend their lead from 31-15 to 42-15. The Grizzlies continued to dominate, outscoring the Warriors 32-23 in the 2nd quarter and 40-21 in the 3rd. Golden State managed 34 points in the 4th, but Memphis still edged them 35-34 in the final period.</p><p>In their 144-93 loss to the Grizzlies, the Warriors shot just 35.6% from the field, with a 33.3% mark from beyond the arc, hitting 12 threes. Brandin Podziemski led the way with 21 points, 16 of which came in the 4th quarter, while Andrew Wiggins added 19 points, including 9 in the opening period.</p> <p>Kyle Anderson contributed 11 points, knocking down 3 threes at a 75% clip, and Jonathan Kuminga also finished with 11 points, 7 of which came in the final quarter. Wiggins connected on 4 threes, shooting 80% from deep.</p><p>The Warriors struggled defensively on Thursday, giving up 144 points to the Grizzlies. Memphis scored at least 32 points in every quarter, including 40 in the 3rd. The Grizzlies shot 54% from the field.</p> <p>Golden State also had trouble defending the three, allowing 27 made threes on 56% shooting. The Warriors sent Memphis to the line 15 times, where they made 11 free throws. Golden State finished with 11 steals and 5 blocks.</p><h3>Can Minnesota Secure a Home Victory?</h3><p>The Timberwolves fell to 14-12 on the season after a 133-107 home loss to the Knicks on Thursday. Minnesota, favored by 3.5 points, not only lost but also failed to cover the spread. The game’s total of 240 points went well over the pre-game line of 214.</p> <p>After a close 1st quarter (33-32), the Knicks went on an 11-0 run and dominated the 2nd quarter, outscoring the Timberwolves 41-18. New York extended their lead to 104-74 by the end of the 3rd quarter. Minnesota outscored the Knicks 33-29 in the 4th, but it was too late to mount a comeback.</p><p>In their loss to the Knicks, the Timberwolves shot 46.1% from the field, but their three-point shooting stood out, as they hit 17 threes at a 40.5% rate. Julius Randle led the way with 24 points, including 4 threes at 50% efficiency, while Anthony Edwards added 17 points and 7 assists, connecting on 3 threes.</p> <p>Randle did most of his damage early, scoring 15 points in the 1st quarter. Donte DiVincenzo contributed 15 points, with 11 coming in the 4th, and Josh Minott also scored all 11 of his points in the final period.</p><p>The Timberwolves struggled defensively on Thursday, giving up 133 points to the Knicks, including a 41-point 2nd quarter. Minnesota allowed New York to shoot 51% from the field.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, the Knicks hit 20 threes at a 44% clip. The Timberwolves also gave up 16 offensive rebounds but managed 10 steals and 5 blocks.</p>

Golden State Warriors vs Minnesota Timberwolves Betting Pick & Prediction 12/21/24

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<p>Betting on today's Owls and Rams game? Catch the action at MassMutual Center in Springfield, MA, as the Rams hosts this showdown at 6:30 ET on CBSS. The over/under for this game is set at 150.5 points, and Rhode Island is favored by -3 against Temple in a non-conference matchup.</p><h3>TEMPLE OWLS VS RHODE ISLAND RAMS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Rhode Island Rams -3</p><p>This game will be played at MassMutual Center at 6:30 ET on Saturday, December 21st.</p><h3>WHY BET THE RHODE ISLAND RAMS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 77-69 in favor of the Rams.</li><li>Not only will Rhode Island pick up the win, but look for them to cover at -3.</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>Does Temple Have What it Takes to Win as Road Underdogs?</h3><h3>Temple Owls Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Temple improved to 6-4 on the season with a narrow 62-61 win over Davidson on Wednesday. The Owls were favored by 1.5 points but didn’t cover the spread. The game’s total points of 123 fell well short of the 148.5 O/U line.</p> 

<p>After trailing 31-24 at halftime, Temple turned things around by scoring 38 points in the second half while holding Davidson to 30. The Owls’ strong second-half performance was key to their victory.</p><p>In their last game, Temple's offense struggled from beyond the arc, hitting just 3 of 19 threes for a 15.8% shooting percentage. Overall, they shot 42.6% from the field, with an effective field goal percentage of 44.4%. Inside the arc, they were much more efficient, making 57.1% of their two-point attempts.</p> <p>Reed Bailey led the way with 26 points and 6 rebounds, shooting 47.4% from the field. Jamal Mashburn Jr. added 19 points, while Bobby Durkin contributed 14 points and hit 50% of his threes. Quante Berry was efficient, shooting 83.3% overall and 50% from deep.</p><p>Temple's defense held their opponent to 61 points, with a field goal percentage of 42% (23/54). They allowed 57% shooting inside the arc, with the opposing team making 20 of 35 two-point attempts.</p> <p>From three-point range, Temple's defense was strong, limiting their opponent to 3/19 shooting (15%). They also sent the other team to the free-throw line 16 times, where they made 13 (81%). Temple gave up 10 offensive rebounds.</p><h3>Do the Rams Have What it Takes at Home?</h3><p>Rhode Island improved to 9-1 on the season with a 77-69 win over Central Connecticut State on Sunday. The Rams, who were favored by 9.5 points, didn’t cover the spread but got the win at home.</p> <p>Rhode Island led 35-32 at halftime and pulled away by scoring 42 points in the 2nd half while allowing 37. The total points for the game ended at 146, going over the pre-game O/U line of 142.</p><p>Rhode Island put up 77 points in their latest game, shooting 43.3% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 50%. They connected on 8 of 26 three-point attempts, hitting 30.8% from deep, while making 52.9% of their two-point shots. At the free-throw line, the Rams shot 60.7%, converting 17 of 28 attempts.</p> <p>Devin Haid led the way with 24 points and 12 rebounds, shooting 52.9% overall and 37.5% from three. Jamarques Lawrence added 16 points, hitting 4 of 7 from beyond the arc and dishing out 7 assists. Rhode Island finished with 20 assists as a team, with Joe Ostrowsky contributing 5 assists and 7 rebounds, while knocking down 3 of 4 threes.</p><p>Rhode Island's defense gave up 69 points, with the opposing team shooting 43% from the field on 26 of 60 attempts. From inside the arc, they allowed 18 of 34 shooting, which is 52%.</p> <p>From three-point range, Rhode Island's defense held the other team to 8 of 26 shooting, or 30%. They also sent the opposing team to the free-throw line 28 times, where they converted 17 free throws for 60%.</p>

Temple Owls vs Rhode Island Rams NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 12/21/24

<p>Betting on today's Nittany Lions and Dragons game? Catch the action at Wells Fargo Center in Philadelphia, PA, as the Dragons hosts this showdown at 12:00 ET on ESPN+. Penn State is favored by -16.5 in this non-conference showdown. The game's over/under is currently at 147.5 points.</p><h3>PENN STATE NITTANY LIONS VS DREXEL DRAGONS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Drexel Dragons +16.5</p><p>This game will be played at Wells Fargo Center at 12:00 ET on Saturday, December 21st.</p><h3>WHY BET THE DREXEL DRAGONS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 76-70 in favor of the Dragons.</li><li>Not only will Drexel pick up the win, but look for them to cover at +16.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 147.5 points, and we like the under with a projected 146 points.</li></ul><h3>Are Penn State Ready for a Road Win?</h3><p>Penn State improved to 9-2 on the season with a dominant 99-51 win over Coppin State on Saturday. The Nittany Lions were heavy favorites at -36.5 and covered the spread, while the combined points of 150 went over the pre-game line of 145.</p> <p>Penn State took control early, leading 52-21 at halftime. They kept up the pressure in the second half, scoring 47 points and allowing just 30.</p><p>Penn State's offense was firing on all cylinders in their last game, putting up 99 points with a field goal percentage of 56.7%. Their effective field goal percentage was even more impressive at 65.7%, thanks in large part to their 81.8% shooting from two-point range, hitting 27 of 33 attempts.</p> <p>The Nittany Lions also connected on 11 threes, shooting 32.4% from beyond the arc, and went 12 for 16 from the free-throw line. Ace Baldwin Jr. dished out 16 assists, contributing to the team's total of 31, while Nick Kern Jr. was perfect from the field, hitting all 4 of his shots.</p><p>Despite giving up 51 points, Penn State's defense struggled, allowing the opposing team to shoot 56% from the field, including 81% on two-point attempts (27/33). They also sent the other team to the free-throw line 16 times, where they converted 12 free throws.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, the opposing team shot 32%, making 11 of their 34 three-point attempts. Penn State also gave up 10 offensive rebounds in the game.</p><h3>Can The Dragons Secure a Home Victory?</h3><p>The Dragons improved to 7-4 on the season with a 68-65 win over Howard on Tuesday. Drexel entered the game as slight favorites and covered the spread with the win.</p> <p>Drexel led 36-34 at halftime and edged out Howard by a point in the second half, scoring 32 points while allowing 31. The total points for the game were 133, falling short of the 143.5 O/U line.</p><p>Drexel's offense put up 68 points in their last game, shooting 40.3% from the field. They struggled from beyond the arc, hitting just 25% of their threes (7/28), but were more efficient inside, connecting on 52.9% of their two-point attempts (18/34).</p> <p>At the free-throw line, the Dragons were nearly perfect, making 11 of 12 attempts (91.7%). Jason Drake led the team with 21 points, while Yame Butler added 16, hitting 3 of 7 from deep. Marcus Dockery contributed 14 points, and Blake Harper chipped in 11, despite shooting just 23.5% overall.</p><p>Drexel's defense held their opponent to 65 points on 39% shooting from the field, including 43% from two-point range with 19 made baskets out of 44 attempts.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Drexel limited their opponent to 6 threes on 20 attempts, a 30% shooting rate. They also sent them to the free-throw line 10 times, where they converted 9 free throws, shooting 90%.</p>

Penn State Nittany Lions vs Drexel Dragons NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 12/21/24

<p>Making on a bet on this NCAA game featuring the Aggies versus the Antelopes? Tip off is at at 9:00 ET, and you can watch it all unfold on ESPN+. The game will be played at GCU Arena in Phoenix, AZ. The odds for this non-conference game currently have Grand Canyon as the -16 favorite, with the over/under line sitting at 153 points.</p><h3>UC DAVIS AGGIES VS GRAND CANYON ANTELOPES BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: UC Davis Aggies +16</p><p>This game will be played at GCU Arena at 9:00 ET on Wednesday, November 20th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE UC DAVIS AGGIES:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 75-74 in favor of the Antelopes.</li><li>Even though we have Grand Canyon winning straight-up, we like UC Davis at +16.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 153 points, and we like the under with a projected 149 points.</li></ul><h3>Will the Aggies Find a Way to Win in Phoenix?</h3><p>UC Davis fell to Stanford 79-65 on Sunday, November 17th. The Aggies were +13 point underdogs going into the game and didn’t cover the spread. The total points for the game were 144, just under the O/U line of 147.5.</p> <p>UC Davis found themselves down 41-23 at halftime but showed some fight in the 2nd half, outscoring Stanford 42-38. Despite the improved performance after the break, they couldn’t close the gap enough to threaten Stanford’s lead.</p><p>In their last game, the UC Davis Aggies put up 65 points, shooting 45.3% from the field. Their effective field goal percentage was 49.1%, with a 51.4% success rate on two-point attempts (19/37) and 31.2% from beyond the arc (5/16). At the free-throw line, they connected on 70.6% of their attempts, going 12/17.</p> <p>The Aggies managed just 3 offensive rebounds and recorded 8 assists. Maxime Raynaud was a standout performer, contributing 33 points and 14 rebounds, shooting 50% overall and 5/10 from three-point range. Ty Johnson added 26 points, while Jaylen Blakes chipped in 17 points and 4 assists.</p><p>Despite UC Davis holding their opponent to 37% shooting from the field, they still gave up 79 points. The Aggies allowed 17 two-point baskets on 39 attempts, a 43% conversion rate.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, UC Davis limited their opponent to 8 threes on 28 attempts, a 28% success rate. However, they sent their opponent to the free-throw line 25 times, where they converted 21 free throws, shooting 84%.</p><h3>Pressure Builds for Grand Canyon as Home Favorites</h3><h3>Grand Canyon Antelopes Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Grand Canyon dropped to 1-1 on the season after an 87-76 road loss to Arizona State on Thursday, November 14th. The Antelopes, who were -5.5 favorites, not only lost but also failed to cover the spread.</p> 

<p>After trailing 41-40 at halftime, Grand Canyon was outscored 46-36 in the 2nd half. The game’s total points reached 163, surpassing the O/U line of 147.5.</p><p>Grand Canyon put up 76 points in their last game, shooting 44.1% from the field and 41.2% from three-point range, hitting 7 of 17 attempts. Their effective field goal percentage was 50.8%, and they connected on 68% of their free throws, going 17 for 25.</p> <p>Joson Sanon led the way with 21 points, hitting 5 of 7 threes and shooting 66.7% overall. JaKobe Coles was perfect from the field, going 6 for 6, including 3 for 3 from beyond the arc, finishing with 17 points in just 19 minutes.</p><p>Grand Canyon's defense struggled in their previous game, giving up 87 points on 53% shooting from the field. They allowed their opponent to hit 62% of their two-point attempts, with 18 makes on 29 tries.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Grand Canyon's defense conceded 11 threes on 25 attempts, a 44% shooting rate. They also sent their opponent to the free-throw line 21 times, where they converted 18 free throws, or 85%.</p>

UC Davis Aggies vs Grand Canyon Antelopes NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 11/20/24

<p>The Ravens are heavily favored in their week 16 matchup against the Steelers, with the money line sitting at -279 for the Ravens and +230 for the Steelers. The game, set for Saturday, December 21st at 4:30 ET at M&T Bank Stadium in Baltimore, is crucial for both teams. The Ravens are 9-5 and the Steelers are 8-6, and the Ravens are -6 point favorites on the point spread. FOX is handling the television coverage, and the over/under line is 44.5 points.</p><h3>PITTSBURGH STEELERS VS BALTIMORE RAVENS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Pittsburgh Steelers +6</p><p>This game will be played at M&T Bank Stadium at 4:30 ET on Saturday, December 21st.</p><h3>WHY BET THE PITTSBURGH STEELERS:</h3><ul><li>We have the Steelers winning this one by a score of 24 to 21</li><li>Not only do we have the Steelers winning straight-up, we have them covering the spread at +6</li><li>Look for this game to go over the line of 44.5 points</li></ul><h3>Will The Steelers Pull Off An Upset As Road Underdogs</h3><p>At 10-4, the Steelers hold a 70.1% chance of winning the AFC North and have already locked up a playoff spot. They rank 9th in our NFL power rankings and sit 3rd in the AFC standings. Pittsburgh is 5-1 at home and 5-3 on the road, including a 3-1 record in division games. Against the spread, they are 10-4, with a +5.1 scoring margin. They are 5-3 as favorites and 5-1 as underdogs.</p> <p>After winning three straight, the Steelers fell to the Eagles in week 15, leaving them at 10-4. They were 5.5-point underdogs but couldn’t cover, losing by 14. The O/U line was 43, and the teams combined for 40 points, marking the second straight under in Pittsburgh’s games.</p><p>Heading into week 16, the Steelers are 17th in our offensive power rankings. They rank 9th in the NFL in points per game (24) and are 17th in yards per game, averaging 325.6. Pittsburgh relies on the run game, ranking 2nd in rushing attempts and 9th in rushing yards per game. On the other hand, they are 28th in passing attempts and 24th in passing yards, with an average of 198.9 per game. The Steelers are 13th in the NFL in 3rd-down conversions, with a rate of 38.9%.</p> <p>Russell Wilson threw for 128 yards (14/22) and a touchdown in week 15 against the Eagles. Najee Harris had just 14 rushing yards on 6 carries, while Calvin Austin III led the team with 65 receiving yards on 5 catches. Pittsburgh scored 13 points in the loss, with all of them coming in the first half.</p><p>In their 27-13 loss to the Eagles, the Steelers' defense allowed Philadelphia to convert on 58.8% of their third down attempts. The Eagles finished with 401 yards of total offense, with Pittsburgh giving up 270 passing yards and 131 rushing yards on 42 attempts. Philadelphia found success through the air, completing 78.1% of their passes and averaging 8.4 yards per attempt.<p></p>Despite the tough game, the Steelers' defense did manage to record three sacks and had more quarterback hits and tackles for loss than the Eagles.</p><h3>Are The Ravens Going To Defend Home Field Advantage?</h3><p>With a 9-5 record, the Ravens have a 99.5% chance of making the playoffs and a 29.9% chance of winning the AFC North. They are 4th in our NFL power rankings heading into week 16. Baltimore is 7-6-1 against the spread, including a 7-5-1 mark as the favorite. Their O/U record is 11-3, with their games averaging 53.6 points per game.</p> <p>In week 15, the Ravens bounced back from their week 13 loss to the Eagles with a 35-14 win over the Giants. Baltimore covered the 16.5-point spread, improving to 9-5. The combined 49 points in the game went over the 43.5-point line.</p><p>Heading into week 16, the Ravens are 2nd in our offensive power rankings, leading the NFL with 424.1 yards per game and ranking 3rd in points per game with 29.9. They are 3rd in passing yards per game (245.6) despite ranking 26th in pass attempts. Baltimore also ranks 2nd in rushing, with 178.4 yards per game on 31.3 attempts per contest.</p> <p>Lamar Jackson is coming off a 5-touchdown performance in week 15, going 21/25 for 290 yards against the Giants. Derrick Henry rushed for 67 yards on 14 carries, while Rashod Bateman led the receivers with 80 yards and 2 touchdowns on 3 catches. Baltimore converted 9 of 11 third downs in the win.</p><p>The Ravens' defense was dominant in their 35-14 win over the Giants, allowing just 55 rushing yards on 20 attempts. They held the Giants to 181 passing yards and a completion percentage of 59.5%. Baltimore's defense gave up just one touchdown and limited the Giants to a 16.7% conversion rate on third down.</p><p></p><p>They also came away with three sacks, one interception, and held the Giants to 236 total yards. The Ravens' defense was effective in generating pressure, as they had a positive differential in QB hits and tackles for loss.</p>

Pittsburgh Steelers vs Baltimore Ravens Betting Pick & Prediction 12/21/24

<p>Betting on today's Blackhawks and Capitals game? Catch the action at Capital One Arena in Washington, DC, as the Capitals hosts this showdown at 7:00 ET on NBCS. This non-conference matchup has an over/under of 6 goals, and the Capitals are favored by -1.5 against the Blackhawks.</p><h3>CHICAGO BLACKHAWKS VS WASHINGTON CAPITALS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Washington Capitals -1.5</p><p>This game will be played at Capital One Arena at 7:00 ET on Saturday, March 9th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE WASHINGTON CAPITALS:</h3><ul><li>Coming in as 1.5 goal favorites, our projections have the Capitals picking up a  4-3 win.</li><li>Take the Capitals on the moneyline</li><li>On the spread, we like Blackhawks (+1.5)</li></ul><h3>Will the Blackhawks Secure A Victory as Road Underdogs?</h3><p><p>On the season, Chicago has struggled mightily, posting a record of 16-42-5, which places them 16th in the Western Conference and 8th in the Central Division. The Blackhawks have been underdogs in 61 of their 63 games and have gone 15-41-5 in those contests. Over their last ten games, Chicago has gone just 2-8.</p>

<p>On the road, the Blackhawks have been even worse, going just 5-25-1 this season. In games away from home, Chicago has been outscored by an average of 1.72 goals per game. Over their last five games, the Blackhawks have gone 1-4.</p></p><p>Chicago enters the game with a puck line record of 28-35 and an average scoring margin of -1.5 goals per game. Their puck line record as the underdog is 28-33, and they have lost 34 games by multiple goals.</p>

<p>So far this season, the Blackhawks have been the underdog in all 61 games, and their average scoring margin on the road is -2.2 goals per contest. Overall, their puck line record on the road is just 10-21.</p> <p>This season, Chicago's games are averaging 5.6 goals per game. Their average over/under line is 6.1. The Blackhawks currently have an over/under record of 24-37-2.</p><p>Through their last three road contests, the Blackhawks offense has averaged 2 goals per game while allowing an average of 4. Chicago posted an overall record of 1-2 while going 1-2 ATS.</p><p>For their offensive performance, the Blackhawks come in averaging 2 goals per game this season, which is 32nd in the NHL. In the category of shots on goal per game, they are 30th in the league. In terms of power play goals, the Blackhawks offense is 29th in power play goals. As for shorthanded goals, they are 27th in the NHL.</p><p>Chicago's current leading scorer is Jason Dickinson. This season, he has 18 goals, which puts him 98th in the NHL. Along with his scoring, he has come up with 12 assists so far.</p><p>Defensively, the Capitals are currently 19th in goals allowed. On average, opponents are taking 30.4 shots per game against Washington. They also are 5th in shutouts, coming in with 5 shutouts.</p><p>Goalie Petr Mrazek comes into the game having made 41 starts this season. So far, his record is 13-24 and he has a save percentage of 0.944%.</p><h3>Will the Capitals Win at Home?</h3><p><p>At 67 points, the Capitals are in 10th place in the Eastern Conference and 5th in the Metropolitan Division. Their record of 29-23-9 includes a mark of 19-17 against other Eastern Conference teams and a record of 14-8 against divisional opponents. Over their last ten games, Washington has gone 6-4.</p>

<p>Playing at home this season, the Capitals have gone 16-10-5. As the favorite, Washington has gone 12-3-2 this season and has been favored in 17 of their 61 games. Against teams from the Western Conference, the Capitals have gone 7-5 this season.</p></p><p>Washington comes into this one with a puck line record of 29-32 and their average scoring margin sits at -0.4 goals per game. So far, they have had 15 wins by multiple goals and have lost 21 games by more than one goal.</p>

<p>When playing at home, the Capitals have gone 15-16 against the puck line, and their average scoring differential is at -0.2 goals per game. In their last ten games at home, the team has gone 7-3 vs. the puck line.</p> <p>The average goal total for Washington's games is sitting at 5.9. The average over/under line for the season is 6.1. The Capitals come in with an over/under record of 28-30-3.</p><p>In their last three games away from home, the Blackhawks have a straight up record of 1-2 while going 1-2 vs. the spread. The team averaged 2 goals per game in this stretch.</p><p>When looking at their offense, the Capitals have an average of 2.7 goals per game this season, positioning themselves 30th in the NHL. In terms of shots on goal per game, they are ranked 31st in the league. This season, the Capitals have a 9-6 record in games where they outshoot their opponent. In games with fewer shots on goal, they hold a 20-17 record.</p><p>Washington will be looking for a good game from Dylan Strome who leads the team in scoring with 22 goals, ranking 54th in the NHL. In addition to his goal scoring, Strome has 28 assists this season.</p><p>The Capitals defense is currently 19th in goals allowed. Opponents are averaging 30.4 shots per game against Washington. In terms of shutouts, they come into the game ranked 5th with 5 shutouts.</p><p>Goalie Darcy Kuemper gets the start and has made 27 starts this season. His record at this point is 13-12, and his save percentage is 0.685%.</p>

Chicago Blackhawks vs Washington Capitals Betting Pick & Prediction 3/9/24

<p>At 7:00 ET, the 3rd ranked Rockets (-206) will take on the 76ers (+174) in a non-conference matchup. The over/under line for this game is currently sitting at 215.5.</p>

<p>This game will be played at the Wells Fargo Center in Philadelphia and can be seen on NBCS.</p><h3>HOUSTON ROCKETS VS PHILADELPHIA 76ERS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Houston Rockets -5</p><p>This game will be played at Wells Fargo Center at 7:00 ET on Wednesday, November 27th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE HOUSTON ROCKETS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 136-101 in favor of the Rockets.</li><li>Our projections have Jalen Green finishing with 21 points, 5 rebounds and 3 assists.</li><li>From the field, we have the Rockets finishing with a field goal percentage of 45.5% and knocking down 14 threes.</li></ul><h3>Can the Rockets Pull Off a Road Win?</h3><p>The Rockets improved to 13-6 this season with a 117-111 road win over the Timberwolves on Tuesday. Houston entered the game as +3 point underdogs and covered the spread with the win. The combined score of 228 points went over the pre-game total of 219.5.</p> <p>After falling behind 36-32 following an 11-0 run by the Timberwolves, Houston responded by winning the 2nd quarter 25-21. They entered the 4th quarter with an 84-78 lead, but the Timberwolves outscored them 24-18 in the final period.</p><p>Fred VanVleet knocked down 6 threes at a 50% clip and finished with 27 points and 11 assists in the Rockets' win over the Timberwolves. Dillon Brooks and Alperen Sengün each added 22 points, with Brooks hitting 4 threes at 57.1% shooting from deep.</p> <p>Houston connected on 15 threes as a team, shooting 40.5% from beyond the arc and 45.5% overall. Sengün also contributed 11 assists and 10 rebounds, while VanVleet added 8 boards.</p><p>Defensively, the Rockets held the Timberwolves to 111 points on 42% shooting in their win on Tuesday. Houston was particularly strong in the 2nd quarter, giving up just 21 points, and they kept Minnesota to 24 points in the 4th to secure the victory.</p> <p>The Rockets excelled in defending the three, allowing just 9 made threes on 23% shooting. They also recorded 12 steals and 9 blocks in the game.</p><h3>Can The 76ers Secure a Home Victory?</h3><p>The 76ers dropped to 3-13 on the season after a 125-99 loss to the Clippers on Sunday. Philadelphia, who were +1.5 point underdogs, failed to cover the spread at home. The game’s total of 224 points went over the pre-game line of 210.5.</p> <p>Philadelphia fell behind early after an 11-0 Clippers run and couldn’t recover. The 76ers managed to keep the 2nd quarter even at 23-23, but the Clippers pulled away by outscoring them 35-22 in the 3rd. Philadelphia entered the 4th quarter trailing 97-72 and couldn’t mount a comeback.</p><p>In their 125-99 loss to the Clippers, the 76ers struggled offensively, shooting just 39.5% from the field and making only 9 threes at a 23.1% clip. Jared McCain led the team with 18 points, despite hitting just 20% of his shots and going 2-for-11 from deep.</p> <p>Tyrese Maxey added 17 points, connecting on 3 threes at 50% efficiency, while Kelly Oubre contributed 12 points on 54.5% shooting. McCain scored 7 points in the 3rd quarter, and added 6 more in the 4th.</p><p>Defensively, the 76ers struggled, giving up 125 points to the Clippers, who shot 58% from the field. Philadelphia allowed 39 points in the 1st quarter and 35 in the 3rd, despite a stronger 2nd quarter where they held the Clippers to 23 points.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, the Clippers hit 12 threes at a 40% rate. The 76ers also sent the Clippers to the line 25 times, where they made 19 free throws. Philadelphia recorded 8 steals and 5 blocks in the game.</p>

Houston Rockets vs Philadelphia 76ers Betting Pick & Prediction 11/27/24

<p>Betting on today's Purple Eagles and Bonnies game? Catch the action at Reilly Center in Saint Bonaventure, NY, as the Bonnies hosts this showdown at 1:00 ET on ESPN+. This non-conference matchup has an over/under of 130.5 points, and St. Bonaventure is favored by -16.5 vs. Niagara.</p><h3>NIAGARA PURPLE EAGLES VS ST. BONAVENTURE BONNIES BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Niagara Purple Eagles +16.5</p><p>This game will be played at Reilly Center at 1:00 ET on Saturday, December 21st.</p><h3>WHY BET THE NIAGARA PURPLE EAGLES:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 78-69 in favor of the Bonnies.</li><li>Even though we have St. Bonaventure winning straight-up, we like Niagara at +16.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 130.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 147 points.</li></ul><h3>Do the Purple Eagles Have What it Takes to Win as Road Underdogs?</h3><p>Niagara improved to 4-6 on the season with a 69-66 win over Saint Francis U on Saturday, December 14th. The Purple Eagles were favored by 4 points but didn’t cover the spread. The total points for the game ended at 135, just under the 136.5 O/U line.</p> <p>After trailing 34-33 at halftime, Niagara turned things around in the 2nd half, outscoring the Red Flash 36-32 to secure the win at home.</p><p>Niagara's offense put up 69 points in their last game, shooting 43.9% from the field. They were especially effective from beyond the arc, hitting 13 of 30 threes at a 43.3% clip, contributing to an effective field goal percentage of 56.1%.</p> <p>Miles Webb and Justice Smith each scored 17 points, with Smith going 3-for-3 from deep. Jahari Williamson and Juan Cranford Jr. both hit 3 threes, with Cranford shooting 50% from long range. Niagara finished with 17 assists and 7 offensive rebounds, while also hitting 85.7% of their free throws.</p><p>Niagara's defense gave up 66 points, with the opposing team shooting 43% from the field on 25 of 57 attempts. They allowed 12 made two-point shots on 27 attempts, a 44% shooting percentage.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, the Purple Eagles allowed 13 threes on 30 attempts, a 43% success rate. They also sent the other team to the free-throw line 7 times, where they made 6, shooting 85%. Niagara gave up 7 offensive rebounds.</p><h3>Do the Bonnies Have What it Takes at Home?</h3><p>St. Bonaventure improved to 10-1 on the season with a 65-48 road win over Siena on Tuesday. The Bonnies entered the game as -6.5 favorites and covered the spread, while the total points of 113 fell short of the 127.5 O/U line.</p> <p>St. Bonaventure took control early, leading 34-17 at halftime. They scored 31 points in the 2nd half but also allowed 31 points, showing some defensive lapses after the break.</p><p>St. Bonaventure managed just 65 points in their last game, shooting 44.1% from the field. Their effective field goal percentage was 47.5%, with a strong 56.4% on two-point attempts, but they struggled from beyond the arc, hitting only 4 of 20 threes (20%). At the free-throw line, they were nearly perfect, making 9 of 10 attempts.</p> <p>Chance Moore led the way with 23 points and 10 rebounds, shooting 9 of 15 from the field. Melvin Council Jr. added 14 points and 4 assists, hitting 2 of 4 from three-point range. As a team, the Bonnies recorded just 7 assists and 8 offensive rebounds.</p><p>St. Bonaventure put on a defensive clinic, holding their opponent to just 48 points on 32% shooting from the field. The Bonnies were particularly effective in defending the three-point line, where they limited their opponent to 6/26 shooting, or 23%.</p> <p>Inside the arc, St. Bonaventure allowed 12 two-point field goals on 30 attempts, a 40% conversion rate. They also sent their opponent to the free-throw line only 8 times, where they made 6 free throws. The Bonnies gave up 9 offensive rebounds.</p>

Niagara Purple Eagles vs St. Bonaventure Bonnies NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 12/21/24

<p>Betting on today's Buccaneers and Roos game? Catch the action at Swinney Recreation Center in Kansas City, MO, as the Roos hosts this showdown at 2:00 ET on Summ. East Tennessee State is favored by -2.5 in this non-conference showdown. The game's over/under is currently at 141.5 points.</p><h3>EAST TENNESSEE STATE BUCCANEERS VS KANSAS CITY ROOS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Kansas City Roos +2.5</p><p>This game will be played at Swinney Recreation Center at 2:00 ET on Saturday, December 21st.</p><h3>WHY BET THE KANSAS CITY ROOS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 76-71 in favor of the Roos.</li><li>Not only will Kansas City pick up the win, but look for them to cover at +2.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 141.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 147 points.</li></ul><h3>Will the Buccaneers Make it Happen on the Road?</h3><p>East Tennessee State evened their season record at 5-5 with an 84-58 win over Elon on Wednesday. The Buccaneers, who were favored by three points, covered the spread in this home game. The total points for the game were 142, just under the 144.5 O/U line.</p> <p>ETSU took control early, leading 44-26 at halftime, and continued their strong play in the second half, outscoring Elon 40-32.</p><p>East Tennessee State put up 84 points in their latest game, shooting 53.4% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 58.6%. They were particularly strong inside, hitting 66.7% of their two-point attempts, while connecting on 31.8% from beyond the arc.</p> <p>The Buccaneers dished out 18 assists, with Quimari Peterson leading the way with 6. Peterson also contributed 19 points on 7-of-10 shooting. TJ Simpkins led all scorers with 27 points, shooting 60% from the field and 66.7% from three-point range.</p><p>East Tennessee State's defense struggled, giving up 58 points while allowing the opponent to shoot 53% from the field. The Buccaneers had a tough time defending inside, as the other team hit 66% of their two-point attempts, going 24/36.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, East Tennessee State held their opponent to 31% shooting, with 7 made threes on 22 attempts. The Buccaneers also sent the other team to the line 21 times, where they converted 15 free throws at a 71% rate. East Tennessee State gave up 9 offensive rebounds.</p><h3>Will Kansas City Secure A Victory as Home Underdogs?</h3><p>Kansas City improved to 3-7 on the season with a 74-64 win over Wichita State on Tuesday. The Roos were +13.5 point underdogs going into the game and not only pulled off the upset but also covered the spread.</p> <p>Kansas City led 38-24 at halftime and scored 36 points in the 2nd half while allowing 40. The combined points of 138 fell under the O/U line of 146.5.</p><p>The Roos put up 74 points in their last game, shooting 52.8% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 60.4%. They hit 64.5% of their two-point attempts and 36.4% from beyond the arc, connecting on 8 of 22 three-point shots.</p> <p>Xavier Bell led the way with 21 points, shooting 60% from the field. Babacar Diallo and Jamar Brown each added 18 points, with Brown hitting 3 of 4 from three-point range. Ring Nyeri was also effective from deep, making 4 of 5 threes.</p><p>Despite giving up 64 points, Kansas City’s defense held their opponent to 38% shooting from the field, with a 48% success rate on two-point attempts (21/43). The Roos were particularly effective in defending the three-point line, where they limited their opponent to just 3 made threes on 19 attempts, a 15% shooting performance.</p> <p>At the free-throw line, Kansas City sent their opponent to the stripe 24 times, where they converted 13 attempts, shooting 54%. The Roos also gave up 13 offensive rebounds in the game.</p>

East Tennessee State Buccaneers vs Kansas City Roos NCAA Basketball 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 8:30 ET, the 1st place Boston Celtics (-268) will travel to Madison Square Garden to take on the 4th place New York Knicks (+216). The Celtics are currently on a 7 game winning streak and have a record of 44-12. The Knicks are 34-22 and are 2nd in the Atlantic Division.</p>

<p>This Eastern Atlantic Division matchup can be seen on ABC and the over/under line is currently sitting at 224 points.</p><h3>BOSTON CELTICS VS NEW YORK KNICKS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Boston Celtics -7</p><p>This game will be played at Madison Square Garden at 8:30 ET on Saturday, February 24th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE BOSTON CELTICS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 152-107 in favor of the Celtics.</li><li>Our projections have Jayson Tatum finishing with Jayson Tatum points, 9 rebounds and 5 assists.</li><li>From the field, we have the Celtics finishing with a field goal percentage of 48.3% and knocking down 19 threes.</li></ul><h3>Will the Celtics Live Up to Expectations on the Road?</h3><p>The Celtics come into today's game against the Knicks as the favorites (-7). This season, Boston has been favored in 53 of their 56 games and has a record of 42-11 as the favorite.</p>

<p>Boston has won seven straight games and is in 1st place in the Eastern Conference with a record of 44-12. In non-conference games, they are 13-6 compared to 31-6 against the East.</p>

<p>On the road, the Celtics are 18-9 this season and have won seven straight games away from home. Their average scoring differential on the road is +6.6 points per game.</p>

<p>In their last game, the Celtics defeated the Bulls by a score of 129-112. The O/U line for that game was 223.5, and Boston covered the spread (-8.5).</p>

<p>This season, the Celtics have an O/U record of 28-28, and their games have averaged 231.4 points per game. Today's O/U line is set at 224.</p>

<p>Boston's ATS record for the season is 25-28, and they have covered the spread in their last two games. On the road, they are 11-14 ATS, while their overall road record is 18-9.</p><p>Heading into their matchup with the Knicks, the Celtics are 5th in the NBA in scoring at 120.8 points per game. In terms of three-point shooting, Boston leads the league with 16.4 made threes per game. However, they are just 18th in assists at 26.2 per contest.</p>

<p>On the road this season, the Celtics are averaging 119 points per game, which is 4th in the NBA. Overall, Boston's field goal percentage is 12th in the league at 48%. In terms of pace, the Celtics are 16th in the NBA at 98.4 possessions per game.</p>

<p>So far this season, the Celtics have outscored the NBA scoring average in 71.4% of their games. In terms of free throws, Boston is 17th in made free throws at 17.5 per game.</p><p>Boston's defense has been playing well, ranking 5th in the NBA with 110.6 points allowed per game. The Boston defense has allowed opponents to shoot 34.8% from beyond the arc this season. Opposing teams are also hitting 44.9% of their field goal attempts vs. Boston.</p><h3>Will the Knicks Win at Madison Square Garden?</h3><p>Today, the Knicks are 9-15 as the underdog this season and have gone 11-13 against the spread in those games. As the underdog, they have an average scoring differential of -2.5 points per game.</p>

<p>Looking at their ATS record for the season, the Knicks are 32-24 overall and have failed to cover the spread in their last four home games. At home, they are 16-11 ATS.</p>

<p>New York's O/U record for the season is 22-33-1, and 29 of their 56 games have had lower over/under lines than today's line of 224. On average, their games have scored 224.1 points.</p>

<p>In their last game, the Knicks defeated the 76ers by a score of 110-96. They were 1-point underdogs going into the game and easily covered the spread. The O/U line for that game was 228.5.</p>

<p>With a record of 34-22, the Knicks are currently 4th in the Eastern Conference. Against other Eastern Conference teams, they are 23-12 and 7-3 against division opponents.</p><p>At home this season, the Knicks are averaging 114.2 points per game, which is 21st in the NBA. Overall, New York is 18th in the league in scoring at 114.4 points per game. In terms of pace, the Knicks are the slowest team in the NBA, averaging just 95.9 possessions per game.</p>

<p>When it comes to three-point shooting, the Knicks are 13th in the league in both three-point attempts and makes. On the season, New York is shooting 37% from beyond the arc. In terms of two-point shooting, the Knicks are 24th in the NBA at 53%.</p>

<p>So far this season, the Knicks have outscored the NBA scoring average in 46.4% of their games. In terms of free throw shooting, New York is 14th in both free throw attempts and makes. When it comes to offensive rebounds, the Knicks are 3rd in the NBA.</p><p>This season, the Knicks' defense is the 3rd ranked defense in the NBA at 3rd PPG. So far, they have held opposing offenses below the NBA scoring average in 67.9% of their games. Opponents are hitting 54.4% of their two-point field goal attempts this season, and they're also connecting on 36.6% of their three-point attempts.</p>

Boston Celtics vs New York Knicks Betting Pick & Prediction 2/24/24

<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>

Minnesota Wild vs Winnipeg Jets Betting Pick & Prediction 12/21/24

<p>At 10:00 ET, the Portland Trail Blazers (8-16) will host the San Antonio Spurs (12-12) at the Moda Center. The Spurs are favored by 3.5 and have a moneyline of -162. The over/under line is set at 225.</p>

<p>This Western Conference matchup will be televised on KATU. The Trail Blazers have lost four straight and are 13th in the West, while the Spurs are 12th. Tip-off is set for 10:00 ET.</p><h3>SAN ANTONIO SPURS VS PORTLAND TRAIL BLAZERS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Portland Trail Blazers +3.5</p><p>This game will be played at Moda Center at 10:00 ET on Friday, December 13th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE PORTLAND TRAIL BLAZERS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 165-111 in favor of the Trail Blazers.</li><li>Our projections have Anfernee Simons finishing with 20 points, 3 rebounds and 5 assists.</li><li>From the field, we have the Trail Blazers finishing with a field goal percentage of 45.9% and knocking down 16 threes.</li></ul><h3>Does San Antonio Stand a Chance on the Road?</h3><p>With a 121-116 win over the Pelicans on Sunday, the Spurs are now 12-12 for the season. San Antonio was favored by -7 points but didn’t cover the spread. The game’s total score of 237 points exceeded the O/U line of 223.5 by 13.5 points.</p> <p>After falling behind 34-28 in the 1st quarter, the Spurs took control with a 43-28 2nd quarter, including an 11-0 run. The Pelicans narrowed the gap in the 3rd, but San Antonio maintained their lead, going into the 4th quarter up 92-87. Both teams scored 29 points in the final period.</p><p>Victor Wembanyama led the Spurs with 25 points and 10 rebounds in their win over the Pelicans, shooting 56.2% from the field and hitting 3 threes at 42.9%. Stephon Castle added 22 points, with 12 coming in the 4th quarter, while Harrison Barnes contributed 16 points, making 3 threes at 60% efficiency.</p> <p>As a team, the Spurs shot 45.2% from the field, connecting on 12 threes at a 30.8% clip. Wembanyama scored 8 points in both the 2nd and 3rd quarters, while Castle's 12-point 4th quarter helped secure the win.</p><p>Despite giving up 34 points in the 1st quarter, the Spurs tightened up defensively in the 3rd, allowing just 25 points, which helped them secure a 121-116 win over the Pelicans. Overall, San Antonio held New Orleans to 43% shooting from the field.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, the Spurs limited the Pelicans to 13 threes on 34% shooting. New Orleans also went 17/21 from the free-throw line. San Antonio grabbed 39 defensive rebounds, gave up 13 offensive boards, and added 7 steals and 11 blocks.</p><h3>Will the Trail Blazers Come Through as Home Underdogs?</h3><p>The Trail Blazers fell to 8-16 on the season after a 107-98 loss to the Lakers on Sunday. Portland, who entered the game as +7.5 point underdogs, failed to cover the spread. The total points for the game were 205, falling short of the 223.5 O/U line.</p> <p>Portland started strong, leading 28-22 after the 1st quarter, but a 15-0 run by the Lakers helped them take control. The Blazers fought back in the 3rd quarter, outscoring the Lakers 29-18, but couldn’t complete the comeback, as the Lakers pulled away in the 4th quarter.</p><p>In their 107-98 loss to the Lakers, the Trail Blazers struggled offensively, shooting 41.7% from the field and hitting just 25% of their three-point attempts, connecting on 9 threes overall. Shaedon Sharpe led the way with 19 points, adding 6 rebounds and 3 assists, while Deandre Ayton and Anfernee Simons each contributed 14 points.</p> <p>Ayton also grabbed 19 rebounds, and Simons chipped in 4 assists. Scoot Henderson and Deni Avdija both added 13 points, with Henderson scoring 7 of his points in the 3rd quarter. Sharpe also added 6 points in the 4th quarter.</p><p>Defensively, the Trail Blazers had strong performances in the 1st and 3rd quarters, holding the Lakers to 22 and 18 points, respectively. However, a 37-point 2nd quarter and a 30-point 4th quarter from the Lakers contributed to Portland's 107-98 loss. The Blazers allowed the Lakers to shoot 45% from the field.</p>

<p>Portland limited the Lakers to 13 made threes on 38% shooting. The Lakers also went 18/21 from the free-throw line. The Blazers gave up 8 offensive rebounds while recording 4 steals and 3 blocks.</p>