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<p>The Nuggets (-211) are a 5.5-point favorite against the Suns (+176) in a Western Conference matchup. Denver (15-11) is 5th in the West, while Phoenix (14-13) is 11th.</p>

<p>The over/under line for the game is 233 points. Tipoff is scheduled for 10:00 ET at Ball Arena in Denver. ALT will broadcast the game.</p><h3>PHOENIX SUNS VS DENVER NUGGETS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Denver Nuggets -5.5</p><p>This game will be played at Ball Arena at 10:00 ET on Monday, December 23rd.</p><h3>WHY BET THE DENVER NUGGETS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 124-110 in favor of the Nuggets.</li><li>Our projections have Nikola Jokic finishing with 28 points, 13 rebounds and 9 assists.</li><li>From the field, we have the Nuggets finishing with a field goal percentage of 49.0% and knocking down 11 threes.</li></ul><h3>Can The Suns Secure a Win at Denver?</h3><p>The Suns dropped to 14-13 after a 133-125 home loss to the Pistons on Saturday. Phoenix, favored by 5.5 points, not only lost but also failed to cover the spread. The game’s total points of 258.5 went well over the 224.5-point line.</p> <p>Detroit’s 10-0 run early on set the tone, but Phoenix fought back, outscoring the Pistons 33-23 in the 2nd quarter. However, the Pistons edged out the Suns 39-35 in the 3rd, and despite Phoenix’s 31-30 advantage in the 4th, they couldn’t close the gap after entering the final quarter down 103-94.</p><p>Kevin Durant poured in 43 points, including 13 in both the 3rd and 4th quarters, in the Suns' 125-point effort against the Pistons. Bradley Beal added 26 points, with 12 coming in the 2nd quarter, while Tyus Jones contributed 19 points, hitting 3 threes at 100% efficiency.</p> <p>Phoenix shot 57.7% from the field and 48.3% from beyond the arc, connecting on 14 threes. Durant hit 4 threes, shooting 44.4% from deep, and added 6 assists and 5 rebounds.</p><p>Defensively, the Suns struggled against the Pistons, giving up 133 points on 55% shooting. Phoenix allowed 41 points in the 1st quarter and 39 in the 3rd, with Detroit scoring 30 in the 4th to seal the win.</p> <p>The Suns also had trouble defending the three, as the Pistons hit 19 threes at a 48% clip. Phoenix sent Detroit to the line 22 times, where they made 16 free throws. The Suns finished with 9 steals and 1 block.</p><h3>Will the Nuggets Secure A Victory as Home Favorites?</h3><p>Denver improved to 15-11 on the season with a 132-129 win over the Pelicans on Sunday. Despite being -8.5 point favorites, the Nuggets didn’t cover the spread, winning by just three points. The game’s total score of 261 points exceeded the O/U line of 231.5 by 29.5 points.</p> <p>Denver mounted a comeback after trailing 93-81 entering the 4th quarter. They outscored the Pelicans 38-26 in the final period to secure the win.</p><p>Nikola Jokic and Jamal Murray each scored 27 points in the Nuggets' 132-129 win over the Pelicans, with Jokic adding 13 rebounds and 10 assists. Russell Westbrook contributed 21 points, shooting 64.3% from the field.</p> <p>Denver hit just 10 three-pointers, shooting 30.3% from deep, but finished with an overall field goal percentage of 50.5%. Jokic made 2 threes, hitting 66.7% from beyond the arc, while Murray also connected on 2 threes, shooting 22.2%.</p><p>Despite a shaky 2nd quarter where the Nuggets gave up 38 points, they tightened up defensively in the 3rd and 4th quarters, allowing just 26 points in each to help secure the win. Denver held the Pelicans to 46% shooting from the field.</p> <p>The Nuggets did a solid job defending the three, as New Orleans shot just 30% from deep, making 12 threes. Denver also sent the Pelicans to the line 23 times, where they hit 17 free throws. The Nuggets finished with 10 steals and 8 blocks.</p>

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Teaser bets are a type of bet that is most popularly used for sporting events in football and basketball. These sports leagues include the National Football League, National Basketball Association, and the NCAA divisions of both sports. These bets can add a lot of fun during the NCAA basketball tournament or during games whose lines are really close and hard to call.

These bets are made on the point spreads and the over/under (point totals) in the games. Points are added to the point spreads and totals (over/under) so that they are adjusted, or teased, in order to increase the bettor's chances. These bets are a type of bet that gamblers utilize in order to increase their <a href="http://bangthebook.com/value-in-sports-betting-what-is-it-and-how-to-find-it/"><strong>chances of winning</strong></a>.

These are not the type of bets that bettors are going to make huge profits on, but it will increase the chances of winning. Gamblers will also use these types of bets when they are less worried about the amount of money that they win and are more worried about winning in general. If a bettor is confident in their choice for a game, teaser bets are not going to be the best idea. They are best used in games that have close lines and are difficult to call.

They are much like a parlay bet. Parlay bets are bets that combine two or more bets into one singular bet. Teaser bets are offered by most sportsbook and they are advertised by them as “exotic” bets. Let’s discuss an example of a teaser bet in order to understand how they work.

For purposes of discussion, we will use a National Basketball Association game as an example. Before a bettor can take advantage of a teaser bet, they have to find a line that you like. For example, if they find a line that has the Philadelphia 76ers +7.5 over the Boston Celtics and the over/under is 198. They like Philadelphia to cover the spread, which means they will win the game or lose by 8 points or more. They also choose the under and bet that the points total will be less than 198 points.

The teaser bet from the sportsbook on this game offers you 5 points in which to adjust the spread and the over/under. These additional points are added to both the spread and the over/under, thus making the points spread 12.5 and the over/under 203. This gives the bettor a little more wiggle room in the outcome of the game. This increases a bettor’s chances because now Philadelphia has to win the game out right or lose by 13 points or more. And when it comes to the under that was chosen by the bettor, the points will have to be less than 203.

When it comes to the NFL, the best teasers cover the <a href="http://bangthebook.com/understanding-the-key-numbers-in-nfl-sports-betting/"><strong>key numbers</strong></a>. Those key numbers are 3, 4, 6, and 7. The optimal 6-point teaser would be to take a 2.5-point underdog and make them an 8.5-point underdog or to take a 7.5 or 8.5-point favorite and take them down to 1.5 or 2.5.  Crossing key numbers in totals like 44, 45, 51, 52, 54, or 55 are also important for those that are teasing totals. You want to make sure that you are getting important numbers and not just teasing for teasing sake because a two-team teaser has the standard -110 vigorish, even though you need both games to come through.

Betting is never an exact science, and there is always going to be a certain amount of risk involved. These teaser bets can give the bettor increased chances in those close games that can go either way, or they are having difficulty choosing. If a person is confident in the outcome of a particular game, this is not a type of bet that needs to be taken advantage of.

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<p>At 8:30 ET, the Portland Trail Blazers (9-19) will take on the Dallas Mavericks (18-10) at the American Airlines Center in Dallas. The Mavericks are currently favored by 10 points and are 4th in the Western Conference, while the Trail Blazers are 13th in the West.</p>

<p>This Western Conference matchup can be seen on KATU.</p><h3>PORTLAND TRAIL BLAZERS VS DALLAS MAVERICKS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Portland Trail Blazers +10</p><p>This game will be played at American Airlines Center at 8:30 ET on Monday, December 23rd.</p><h3>WHY BET THE PORTLAND TRAIL BLAZERS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 160-134 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 45.8% and knocking down 15 threes.</li></ul><h3>Will the Trail Blazers Make it Happen in Dallas?</h3><p>The Trail Blazers fell to 9-19 on the season after a 114-94 road loss to the Spurs on Saturday. Portland entered the game as +6.5 point underdogs but couldn’t keep it close, losing by 20 points. The total score of 208 points fell short of the 225.5-point over/under line.</p> <p>Portland trailed 60-44 at halftime after a rough 2nd quarter, where they were outscored 35-24. The Blazers couldn’t close the gap in the 2nd half, as both teams scored 27 points in each of the final two quarters.</p><p>In their 114-94 loss to the Spurs, the Trail Blazers struggled offensively, shooting just 39.6% from the field and 27.9% from three-point range. They connected on 12 threes, with Shaedon Sharpe hitting 3 at a 50% rate, finishing with a team-high 25 points.</p> <p>Anfernee Simons also made 3 threes, shooting 27.3% from deep and contributing 18 points and 6 assists. Deandre Ayton added 14 points, shooting 63.6% from the field.</p><p>Defensively, the Trail Blazers had a tough 2nd quarter, giving up 35 points, but they held the Spurs to 27 points in both the 3rd and 4th quarters. Overall, Portland allowed 114 points on 47% shooting from the field.</p> <p>The Blazers did a solid job defending the three, holding the Spurs to just 10 made threes on 27% shooting. They also sent the Spurs to the line 18 times, where they made 16 free throws. Portland finished with 8 steals and 3 blocks.</p><h3>Does Dallas Have What it Takes to Win as Home Favorites?</h3><p>The Mavericks improved to 18-10 on the season with a 113-97 win over the Clippers on Saturday. Playing at home, Dallas entered the game as -3.5 favorites and covered the spread. The combined score of 210 points fell short of the 220.5-point O/U line.</p> <p>After a strong 2nd quarter, where they outscored the Clippers 31-18, the Mavericks saw their lead shrink in the 3rd. However, they pulled away in the 4th, going on a 10-0 run to seal the game.</p><p>Quentin Grimes led the Mavericks with 20 points, including 14 in the 4th quarter, as they defeated the Clippers 113-97. Grimes shot 87.5% from the field and hit 3 threes at a 75% rate. Klay Thompson added 16 points, with 10 coming in the 2nd quarter and another 6 in the 4th.</p> <p>Dallas hit 14 threes, shooting 40% from beyond the arc, while finishing with an overall field goal percentage of 45.5%. Spencer Dinwiddie and Kyrie Irving each contributed 15 points, with Dinwiddie dishing out 6 assists.</p><p>The Mavericks put on a defensive clinic against the Clippers, holding them to just 97 points. Dallas was particularly strong in the 2nd quarter, where they gave up only 18 points. Overall, they limited Los Angeles to 42% shooting from the field.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, the Mavericks were even better, allowing just 10 threes on 27% shooting. They also recorded 12 steals and 5 blocks in the game.</p>

Portland Trail Blazers vs Dallas Mavericks Betting Pick & Prediction 12/23/24

<p>The Lightning and Panthers are set to face off at 7:00 ET on ESPN+. The Panthers will host the game at Amerant Bank Arena in Sunrise, FL. The over/under for this Atlantic division contest is set at 6.5 goals, with the Panthers being favored by -1.5 at home against the Lightning.</p><h3>TAMPA BAY LIGHTNING VS FLORIDA PANTHERS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Florida Panthers -1.5</p><p>This game will be played at Amerant Bank Arena at 7:00 ET on Monday, December 23rd.</p><h3>WHY BET THE FLORIDA PANTHERS:</h3><ul><li>With the Panthers being favored by 1.5, our NHL analytics models has this one playing out 4-3 in favor of the Panthers.</li><li>Take the Panthers on the moneyline</li><li>On the spread, we like Lightning (+1.5)</li></ul><h3>Do the Lightning Have What it Takes in Sunrise?</h3><p>Tampa Bay fell to 18-11-2 after a 7-4 loss to the Jets. The Lightning initially led 2-0, but their defense faltered, allowing seven unanswered goals. Tampa Bay was the underdog on the puck line, and the total of 11 goals easily surpassed the pre-game line of 6.5.</p> 

<p>Four different players scored for the Lightning in this one. They held a 2-0 lead in the first period but couldn’t hold on. The game was tied 4-4 in the third before the Jets pulled away with three straight goals.</p><p>Brandon Hagel opened the scoring for the Lightning with his 7th goal of the season, while Brayden Point followed with his 8th, which came on a power play. Mitchell Chaffee added his 4th goal, and Nikita Kucherov found the net for the 10th time this season.</p> <p>The Lightning took 30 shots on goal and recorded 8 giveaways. They finished with 4 assists in the 7-4 loss to Winnipeg.</p><p>Defensively, the Lightning will need to regroup after allowing 7 goals to the Jets. Jonas Johansson made 27 saves with a save percentage of 84.4%. Tampa Bay's defense also recorded 6 takeaways and 16 hits. The Lightning were tied 4-4 in the 3rd period, but their defense gave up a goal at the 7:38 mark and two more late in the period, both empty-netters.</p><h3>Can the Panthers Grab a Win at Home?</h3><p>Florida improved to 22-11-2 with a 4-2 road win over the Stars. The Panthers covered the puck line as -1.5 goal favorites, and the total of 6.5 goals went under, with the teams combining for 6.</p> 

<p>Four different players scored for the Panthers, with A.J. Greer breaking a 2-2 tie at 2:32 in the third period. Sam Reinhart added an empty-net goal to secure the win.</p><p>Carolina’s offense took 25 shots on goal in their 4-2 win over Dallas. A.J. Greer scored his first goal of the season in the third period, while Sam Reinhart added his 10th with an empty-netter. The Panthers had 16 giveaways and scored once on the power play.</p> <p>Carolina’s scoring was spread out, with four different players finding the net. They opened the scoring with Evan Rodrigues’ third goal of the season in the first period. Matthew Tkachuk added his third goal in the second period.</p><p>Spencer Knight made 23 saves with a 92% save percentage, helping the Panthers secure a 4-2 victory over the Stars. Defensively, Florida recorded 8 takeaways and 22 hits. After allowing two goals in the second period, the Panthers' defense held firm in the third, not giving up another goal.</p>

Tampa Bay Lightning vs Florida Panthers Betting Pick & Prediction 12/23/24

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<p>At 7:20 PM ET, the Nationals and Braves face off in an NL East matchup. This one is being played at Truist Park in Atlanta, and the Braves are the heavy favorite on the money line, with their odds sitting at -179. The Nationals are +151 on the money line, and their record is 58-71, which has them in 4th place in the NL East.</p>

<p>BSSE will be televising Saturday's Braves and Nationals game, and the over/under line is sitting at 8.5 runs. Charlie Morton will be starting for the Braves, while the Nationals are sending Jake Irvin to the mound.</p><h3>ATLANTA BRAVES VS WASHINGTON NATIONALS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Atlanta Braves Moneyline -179</p><p>This game will be played at Truist Park at 7:20 ET on Saturday, August 24th.</p><h3>HOW TO BET THE NATIONALS VS BRAVES:</h3><ul><li>We have the Braves winning by a score of 5 to 4</li><li>However, if you're looking for a run line pick, we like the Nationals to cover</li><li>As for an over/under pick, we have this game finishing with 9 runs and like the over</li></ul><p>Atlanta picked up a 3-2 win over the Nationals in the most recent game of this series. The Braves had a late rally, scoring one run in the 7th and another in the 10th to pick up the win. Heading into the game, the Braves were favored at -272 on the money line.</p>

<p>Chris Sale got the start for the Braves, going seven innings and giving up two earned runs. He finished the game with four strikeouts but issued just one walk. Raisel Iglesias got the win out of the bullpen, and Eduardo Salazar took the loss for the Nationals.</p>

<p>Michael Harris II hit the game's only home run while going 1/5 with an RBI. Ramon Laureano also had a three-hit game for the Braves. Jacob Young went 2/3 with an RBI for the Nationals.</p><h3>Nationals Records & Stats</h3><p>Washington is 58-71 overall, and they are 16.5 games behind the Phillies in the NL East. So far, they have gone 17-19 in divisional games. The Nationals are on the road today, and they are 28-38 as the road underdog, which is their overall mark as the underdog.</p>

<p>At home, the Nationals are 30-33 this season. Washington has an overall series record of 16-21-3, and they are 4-6 in their last 10 games. As the favorite, the Nationals are 12-11 this year.</p><p>Washington is 73-56 against the run line this season and has covered in two straight games, both as an underdog. The Nationals have a run line record of 39-27 on the road this season and have an average run differential of -0.6 runs per game away from home.</p><p>Washington is on the road against Atlanta today in a game with an over/under line of 8.5. The Nationals have an over/under record of 64-60 this season, and their games have had an average combined run total of 9.0. When the over/under line has been set at 8.5, their record is 18-17. Overall, 52 of their games have had higher over/under lines than 8.5, making up 40.3% of their contests.</p><p>Right-hander Jake Irvin gets the start for the Nationals today as he faces the Braves on the road. He has made 26 starts this season and has a record of 9-10 with an ERA of 3.81. Looking at his overall numbers, Irvin has a WHIP of 1.15 and has issued just 2.09 walks per nine innings compared to 7.57 strikeouts. Out of his 26 starts, Irvin has turned in 14 quality starts. In his last outing, he finished with a no-decision, giving up four earned runs in six innings of work. Before that, he had won two straight starts.</p>
<p>Washington's offense has been one of the league's worst home run-hitting teams this season, and they are also just 17th in runs scored, averaging 4.2 runs per game. However, they do have a good team batting average of .245 and have been tough to strike out this season. The Nationals' team on-base percentage and slugging percentage are both right around league average.</p>

<p>Luis Garcia Jr. comes into the game with a team-high 63 RBIs and is batting .296 for the season. He is also on a four-game hitting streak. CJ Abrams and Garcia Jr. are 1-2 on the team in home runs, respectively. James Wood and Keibert Ruiz have also been swinging the bat well of late, with Wood hitting .378 over his last 10 games and Ruiz batting .286 with three homers in his last nine games.</p><h3>Braves Records & Stats</h3><p>With an overall record of 69-59, the Braves are five games behind the Phillies for the NL East lead. The Braves have taken the first two games of this series vs. the Nationals, and they are 21-17 in the division this year. Atlanta closed the gap in the NL East by going 7-3 over their last 10 games.</p>

<p>At home, the Braves are 35-27 this year while going 34-32 on the road. As the favorite, the Braves are 59-46 and 10-13 as the underdog. Atlanta has won two straight at home and has an overall series record of 22-14-5 this year.</p><p>When the Braves win, they do so by an average of 3.6 runs per game, but when they lose, it's by an average of 3.3. Their run line record is 58-70, including 25-37 at home and 33-33 on the road. They are 45-60 against the run line as the favorite and 13-10 as the underdog.</p><p>Today's game between the Atlanta Braves and Washington Nationals has an over/under line of 8.5 runs. The Braves have played in 44 games this season with over/under lines set at 8.5 runs, and their record in those games is 11-20. The combined run average in their games this season is 8.1 runs per game, and their over/under record for the season is 47-76. The under has hit in each of their last five games.</p><p>Charlie Morton will be looking to build off his last outing, where he gave up just one earned run in 5 1/3 innings of work. In that outing vs. the Angels, he gave up two homers. Looking back further, Morton has allowed at least one homer in three straight starts. For the season, he has a record of 7-7 and an ERA of 4.29. Opponents are batting .241 off the right-hander this year. Morton has made 23 starts, and his ERA at home is 5.39 compared to 5.27 on the road.</p><p>Marcell Ozuna has been one of the league's top power hitters this season, as his 37 home runs and 94 RBIs are both good for 4th in the league. He is also batting .308 for the season and is currently on an eight-game hitting streak. Ozuna has also gone deep in one of his last five games. Matt Olson is 2nd on the team with 21 homers but is batting just .225 for the season.</p>

<p>As a team, the Braves are averaging 4.3 runs per game, which is 16th in the league. They have been a better offensive team on the road this season, averaging 4.5 runs per contest. Overall, they have the league's 4th best home run total and have the 12th best team batting average in the MLB.</p>

Washington Nationals vs Atlanta Braves Betting Pick & Prediction 8/24/24

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.
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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.

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<p>Looking to win big? The Cornhuskers and Rainbow Warriors face off at 10:30 ET on ESPN2. The Rainbow Warriors are hosting the game at Stan Sheriff Center in Honolulu, HI. Nebraska is favored by -11.5 in this non-conference showdown. The game's over/under is currently at 145.5 points.</p><h3>NEBRASKA CORNHUSKERS VS HAWAII RAINBOW WARRIORS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Hawaii Rainbow Warriors +11.5</p><p>This game will be played at Stan Sheriff Center at 10:30 ET on Monday, December 23rd.</p><h3>WHY BET THE HAWAII RAINBOW WARRIORS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 76-69 in favor of the Rainbow Warriors.</li><li>Not only will Hawaii pick up the win, but look for them to cover at +11.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 145.5 points, and we like the under with a projected 145 points.</li></ul><h3>Do the Cornhuskers Have What it Takes on the Road?</h3><p>With a 66-49 win over Murray State on Sunday, the Cornhuskers improved to 8-2 this season. Nebraska, favored by eight points, covered the spread in the victory.</p> <p>Leading 34-14 at halftime, Nebraska’s defense was strong early. However, they allowed 35 points in the second half while scoring 32. The total points of 115 fell well short of the 144.5 O/U line.</p><p>Nebraska's offense put up 66 points in their last game, shooting 49.1% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 54.7%. They connected on 35.3% of their three-point attempts, going 6-for-17, and were efficient from the free-throw line, hitting 8 of 9 shots for 88.9%.</p> <p>Kylen Milton led the way with 19 points, hitting 3 of 7 from deep, while Connor Essegian added 15 points, making 5 of 10 from beyond the arc. Andrew Morgan was dominant inside, shooting 6 of 7 from the field and grabbing 12 rebounds. Nebraska finished with just 6 assists and 6 offensive rebounds as a team.</p><p>Nebraska's defense was dominant, holding their opponent to just 49 points on 30% shooting from the field. The Cornhuskers were particularly effective inside, limiting the other team to 35% shooting on two-point attempts.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Nebraska's defense gave up 7 threes on 27 attempts, a 25% success rate. They also sent their opponent to the line 15 times, where they hit 8 free throws (53%). Nebraska allowed 7 offensive rebounds.</p><h3>Will Hawaii Pull Through as the Underdog Home Team?</h3><p>Hawaii improved to 5-3 on the season with a 78-61 win over Charlotte on Sunday. The Rainbow Warriors were -7.5 favorites going into the game and covered the spread with the victory.</p> <p>Hawaii led 44-31 at halftime and added 34 points in the 2nd half while holding Charlotte to 30. The total points for the game were 139, just over the O/U line of 137.5.</p><p>Hawaii's offense put up 78 points in their last game, shooting 54.2% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 57.6%. They were strong inside, hitting 61.4% of their two-point attempts, while connecting on 33.3% from beyond the arc, going 5-for-15 from three-point range.</p> <p>Gytis Nemeiksa led the way with 24 points and 7 rebounds, shooting 71.4% overall and 50% from three. Marcus Greene added 22 points, hitting 3 of 7 from deep, and Jaehshon Thomas contributed 16 points, making both of his three-point attempts.</p><p>Even though Hawaii gave up 61 points, their defense struggled, allowing the opponent to shoot 54% from the field. Inside the arc, the Rainbow Warriors couldn’t contain the attack, as the other team hit 61% of their two-point attempts, going 27/44.</p> <p>From three-point range, Hawaii held the opponent to 5/15 shooting, a 33% clip. The Rainbow Warriors also sent the other team to the line 13 times, where they made 9 free throws, shooting 69%. Hawaii allowed 10 offensive rebounds in the game.</p>

Nebraska Cornhuskers vs Hawaii Rainbow Warriors NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 12/23/24

<p>Betting on today's Rangers and Devils game? Catch the action at Prudential Center in Newark, NJ, as the Devils hosts this showdown at 1:00 ET on ESPN+. This Metropolitan division matchup has an over/under of 6 goals, and the Devils are favored by -1.5 at home vs. the Rangers.</p><h3>NEW YORK RANGERS VS NEW JERSEY DEVILS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: New Jersey Devils -1.5</p><p>This game will be played at Prudential Center at 1:00 ET on Monday, December 23rd.</p><h3>WHY BET THE NEW JERSEY DEVILS:</h3><ul><li>Coming in as 1.5 goal favorites, our projections have the Devils picking up a  4-3 win.</li><li>Take the Devils on the moneyline</li><li>On the spread, we like Rangers (+1.5)</li></ul><h3>Can New York Deliver Being Underdogs on the Road?</h3><p>The Rangers evened their record at 16-16-1 with a 5-2 victory over the Islanders. As -1.5 goal favorites, they covered the puck line, and the total of 7 goals surpassed the pre-game line of 6.</p> 

<p>Four different players scored for the Rangers, with Artemi Panarin leading the way with two goals. Chris Kreider opened the scoring with a short-handed goal at 16:16 in the first period.</p><p>Artemi Panarin scored twice, with his 9th goal coming on an empty net and his 8th on a power play. Chris Kreider netted his 8th goal as well, while Vincent Trocheck added his 4th. Adam Edstrom scored for the first time this season.</p> <p>Mika Zibanejad contributed with three assists, bringing his total to 8 for the season. The Rangers took 40 shots on goal, scoring once on a power play and once while shorthanded.</p><p>Defensively, the Rangers will look to carry over their third-period performance from their previous game against the Islanders, where they didn't allow a goal in the final frame. Igor Shesterkin made 35 saves with a 94.6% save percentage, and the Rangers’ defense added 10 takeaways and 19 hits. The only goal they allowed in the third came with just 8 seconds left in the second period.</p><h3>Is A Home Victory Likely for Favored New Jersey?</h3><p>The Devils fell to 22-11-3 after a 3-0 road loss to the Flames. New Jersey entered the game as the puck line favorites, but failed to cover. The total was set at 6.5 goals, but the combined score of 3 fell well short.</p> <p>The game was scoreless until the third period, when the Flames broke through at 5:34. New Jersey’s offense couldn’t find the net, managing just 22 shots and committing 19 giveaways.</p><p>New Jersey's offense was shut out in their 3-0 loss to Calgary, despite putting 22 shots on goal. The Devils had 19 giveaways and were unable to score in any period.</p> <p>New Jersey didn't score on the power play, nor did they manage any shorthanded or empty net goals. The team was held without a goal for the entire game.</p><p>Defensively, the Devils held firm through two periods, but they gave up three goals in the third, including an empty-netter. Jacob Markstrom made 29 saves with a 93.5% save percentage. New Jersey's defense also recorded 5 takeaways, 22 hits, and 15 blocks.</p>

New York Rangers vs New Jersey Devils Betting Pick & Prediction 12/23/24

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

Best NHL Betting Sites & Sportsbooks

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St. Louis Blues vs Detroit Red Wings Betting Pick & Prediction 12/23/24

<p>The Lakers are favored by 5.5 points in a non-conference matchup against the Pistons. The over/under line is set at 224.</p>

<p>Los Angeles is currently on a three-game winning streak and is 6th in the Western Conference. Detroit is 10th in the East and has a record of 12-17.</p><h3>DETROIT PISTONS VS LOS ANGELES LAKERS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Detroit Pistons +5.5</p><p>This game will be played at Crypto.com Arena at 10:30 ET on Monday, December 23rd.</p><h3>WHY BET THE DETROIT PISTONS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 122-120 in favor of the Lakers.</li><li>Our projections have Anthony Davis finishing with 25 points, 13 rebounds and 3 assists.</li><li>From the field, we have the Lakers finishing with a field goal percentage of 47.4% and knocking down 13 threes.</li></ul><h3>Can the Detroit Offense Score Enough on the Road?</h3><p>Detroit improved to 12-17 on the season with a 133-125 road win over the Suns on Saturday. The Pistons, who were +5.5 point underdogs, not only won but covered the spread. The total points for the game reached 258, well over the pre-game line of 224.5.</p> <p>Detroit took control early, going on a 10-0 run to turn a 12-9 deficit into a 19-12 lead. They won the 1st quarter 41-26, but the Suns fought back in the 2nd, outscoring Detroit 33-23. The Pistons responded by winning the 3rd quarter 39-35 and entered the 4th with a 103-94 lead. Despite being outscored 31-30 in the final quarter, Detroit held on for the win.</p><p>The Pistons put up 133 points in their win over the Suns, shooting 55.1% from the field and hitting 19 threes at a 48.7% clip. Cade Cunningham led the way with 28 points and 13 assists, while Jaden Ivey added 20 points and 8 assists, knocking down 4 threes at 66.7%.</p> <p>Malik Beasley contributed 5 threes, finishing with 18 points. Cunningham scored 13 points in the 4th quarter, while Ivey and Jalen Duren each had 10 points in the opening period.</p><p>Despite giving up 125 points, the Pistons managed to secure a win over the Suns on Saturday. Detroit allowed 26 points in the 1st quarter but gave up 33 in the 2nd, 35 in the 3rd, and 31 in the 4th. The Suns shot 57% from the field.</p> <p>The Pistons also allowed Phoenix to hit 14 threes at a 48% clip. The Suns went to the line 23 times, making 21 free throws. Detroit gave up 6 offensive rebounds while recording 13 steals and 4 blocks.</p><h3>Is A Home Victory Likely for Favored Los Angeles?</h3><p>The Lakers improved to 16-12 on the season with a 103-99 win over the Kings on Saturday. L.A. picked up the road victory as +4 point underdogs, and the game’s total of 202 points fell well short of the 227.5-point line.</p> <p>Los Angeles took control early, leading 31-26 after the 1st quarter. The Kings narrowed the gap by outscoring the Lakers 27-25 in the 2nd quarter, but L.A. regained momentum by edging Sacramento 25-24 in the 3rd. Both teams scored 22 points in the 4th quarter, allowing the Lakers to hold on for the win.</p><p>LeBron James led the Lakers to a 103-99 win over the Kings, finishing with 32 points, 7 rebounds, and 6 assists, shooting 54.2% from the field. D'Angelo Russell added 20 points and 5 assists, hitting 3 threes at 42.9% efficiency.</p> <p>The Lakers struggled from beyond the arc, making just 9 threes at 25.7%, while shooting 48.2% overall. LeBron scored 12 points in the 1st quarter and 11 in the 2nd, adding 7 more in the 4th.</p><p>The Lakers' defense was solid throughout, limiting the Kings to just 99 points in their win. They gave up 26 points in the 1st quarter and 27 in the 2nd but tightened up in the 2nd half, allowing 24 points in the 3rd and 22 in the 4th.</p> <p>Los Angeles held Sacramento to 43% shooting, including just 27% from beyond the arc, where the Kings made 10 threes. The Lakers also sent the Kings to the line 14 times, where they made 11 free throws. Defensively, the Lakers grabbed 39 rebounds, allowed 11 offensive boards, and recorded 10 steals and 6 blocks.</p>

<p>Looking to win big? The Monarchs and Warhawks face off at 3:00 ET on ESPN+. The Warhawks are hosting the game at Fant-Ewing Coliseum in Monroe, LA. Old Dominion is favored by -1.5 in this Sun Belt conference matchup the against Louisiana-Monroe. The over/under for the game is set at 144.5 points.</p><h3>OLD DOMINION MONARCHS VS LOUISIANA-MONROE WARHAWKS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Louisiana-Monroe Warhawks +1.5</p><p>This game will be played at Fant-Ewing Coliseum at 3:00 ET on Saturday, December 21st.</p><h3>WHY BET THE LOUISIANA-MONROE WARHAWKS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 75-72 in favor of the Warhawks.</li><li>Not only will Louisiana-Monroe pick up the win, but look for them to cover at +1.5.</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>Will Old Dominion Be The Talk of Fant-Ewing Coliseum?</h3><h3>Old Dominion Monarchs Recent Game/Games</h3> <p>The Monarchs fell to 2-8 on the season after a 75-71 home loss to Northeastern on Sunday. Despite being +6.5 point underdogs, Old Dominion managed to keep the game closer than expected.</p> <p>After trailing 31-26 at halftime, the Monarchs put up 45 points in the 2nd half but allowed 44. The game’s total points of 146 went over the pre-game line of 142.5.</p><p>Old Dominion put up 71 points in their last game, shooting 41.2% from the field and 33.3% from beyond the arc. Their effective field goal percentage was 45.6%, and they struggled at the free-throw line, hitting just 47.4% of their attempts.</p> <p>Rashad King led the way with 21 points and 9 rebounds, while Robert Davis Jr. added 17 points, connecting on 5 of 7 threes. The Monarchs grabbed 15 offensive rebounds and dished out 14 assists as a team.</p><p>Old Dominion's defense gave up 75 points in their last game, with the opposing team shooting 41% from the field, hitting 28 of 68 shots. Inside the arc, they allowed 22 two-point baskets on 50 attempts, a 44% shooting rate.</p> <p>From beyond the three-point line, the Monarchs' defense held the other team to 6 made threes on 18 attempts, a 33% shooting performance. They also sent the opponent to the free-throw line 19 times, where they made 9, shooting 47%. Old Dominion gave up 15 offensive rebounds.</p><h3>Will the Warhawks Come Through as Home Underdogs?</h3><p>Louisiana-Monroe's season struggles continued with a 74-68 home loss to Houston Christian on Tuesday, dropping their record to 2-9. The Warhawks entered the game as 4-point favorites but failed to cover the spread.</p> <p>After trailing 35-34 at halftime, ULM allowed 39 points in the 2nd half while scoring 34. The game’s total points of 142 exceeded the O/U line of 136.5.</p><p>In their last game, the Warhawks put up 68 points, shooting 48.3% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 51.7%. They hit 56.1% of their two-point attempts, but struggled from beyond the arc, connecting on just 29.4% of their threes. At the free-throw line, they shot 58.3%, and they recorded 9 offensive rebounds and 8 assists as a team.</p> <p>Julian Mackey was a standout, scoring 32 points and hitting 6 of 10 threes, shooting 62.5% overall. Jalen Bolden added 21 points and 10 rebounds, while Tyreese Watson contributed 17 points, shooting 70% from the field.</p><p>Despite giving up 74 points, Louisiana-Monroe managed to limit their opponent's three-point shooting, holding them to just 5 made threes on 17 attempts, a 29% success rate. However, the Warhawks struggled to contain the inside game, allowing 23 two-point field goals on 41 attempts, with their opponent shooting 56% from inside the arc.</p> <p>On the free-throw line, Louisiana-Monroe sent their opponent to the stripe 12 times, where they converted 7 free throws, shooting 58%. The Warhawks also gave up 9 offensive rebounds in the game.</p>

Old Dominion Monarchs vs Louisiana-Monroe Warhawks NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 12/21/24

<p>At 8:00 ET, the Memphis Grizzlies (-237) will host the Los Angeles Clippers (+198) in a Western Conference matchup. The Grizzlies are currently favored by 6 points and have won two straight games. The over/under line for this game is set at 230 points.</p>

<p>This game will be played at FedExForum in Memphis and can be seen on FDSS.</p><h3>LOS ANGELES CLIPPERS VS MEMPHIS GRIZZLIES BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Memphis Grizzlies -6</p><p>This game will be played at FedExForum at 8:00 ET on Monday, December 23rd.</p><h3>WHY BET THE MEMPHIS GRIZZLIES:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 142-102 in favor of the Grizzlies.</li><li>Our projections have Ja Morant finishing with 23 points, 5 rebounds and 8 assists.</li><li>From the field, we have the Grizzlies finishing with a field goal percentage of 46.8% and knocking down 15 threes.</li></ul><h3>Can Los Angeles Deliver Being Underdogs on the Road?</h3><p>The Clippers fell to 16-13 on the season after a 113-97 loss to the Mavericks on Saturday. Los Angeles, who entered the game as +3.5 point underdogs, didn’t cover the spread. The total score of 210 points fell short of the 220.5-point line.</p> <p>After trailing 54-40 at halftime, the Clippers cut the deficit to 74-66 by the end of the 3rd quarter. However, a 10-0 run by the Mavericks in the 4th quarter sealed the game, as Dallas outscored Los Angeles 39-31 in the final period.</p><p>In their 113-97 loss to the Mavericks, the Clippers struggled offensively, shooting just 42% from the field and hitting only 27% of their threes, making 10 in total. Norman Powell led the way with 28 points, despite shooting 36.4% overall and 27.3% from deep.</p> <p>James Harden and Kevin Porter Jr. each added 19 points, with Porter shooting 66.7% and hitting 50% of his threes. Powell scored 13 points in the 4th quarter, while Porter added 10 in the final period.</p><p>The Clippers put together strong defensive efforts in the 1st and 3rd quarters, but a 39-point 4th quarter from the Mavericks sealed their fate in a 113-97 loss. Los Angeles allowed Dallas to shoot 45% from the field.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, the Mavericks hit 14 threes at a 40% clip. The Clippers sent Dallas to the line 22 times, where they converted 19 free throws. Defensively, Los Angeles recorded 8 steals and 7 blocks.</p><h3>Do the Grizzlies Have a Shot at a Home Win?</h3><p>Memphis improved to 20-9 this season with a 128-112 road win over the Hawks on Saturday. The Grizzlies, favored by 2 points, covered the spread, and the total score of 240 points went over the pre-game line of 232.5.</p> <p>A 10-0 run early in the game helped Memphis take control, as they went from trailing 5-2 to leading 12-5. They dominated the first half, outscoring Atlanta 73-49. The teams played evenly in the 3rd quarter, each scoring 27 points, and although the Hawks outscored the Grizzlies 36-28 in the 4th, Memphis had already built a 100-76 lead heading into the final period.</p><p>The Grizzlies put up 128 points in their win over the Hawks, shooting 51.5% from the field and hitting 18 threes at a 43.9% clip. Desmond Bane led the way with 23 points and 8 assists, knocking down 4 threes at 50% shooting from deep.</p> <p>Scotty Pippen Jr. added 22 points and 9 assists, shooting 75% from the field and from three, with 3 made threes. Jake LaRavia contributed 16 points, hitting 4 threes at 80% efficiency.</p><p>The Grizzlies' defense was solid through three quarters against the Hawks, but they allowed 36 points in the 4th. Overall, they gave up 112 points on 48% shooting from the field.</p> <p>Memphis allowed Atlanta to hit 14 threes at a 36% rate. The Hawks also went 20/24 from the free-throw line. The Grizzlies grabbed 32 defensive rebounds, gave up 6 offensive boards, and recorded 13 steals.</p>

<p>At 7:00 ET, the Celtics (-451) will travel to Orlando to take on the Magic (+350) in an Eastern Conference matchup. The over/under line for this game is currently sitting at 214.5 points.</p>

<p>As of now, the Celtics are 9.5-point favorites and are 2nd in the Eastern Conference with a record of 22-6. On the other side, the Magic are 4th in the East and have a record of 18-12.</p><h3>BOSTON CELTICS VS ORLANDO MAGIC BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Boston Celtics -9.5</p><p>This game will be played at Kia Center at 7:00 ET on Monday, December 23rd.</p><h3>WHY BET THE BOSTON CELTICS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 142-76 in favor of the Celtics.</li><li>Our projections have Jayson Tatum finishing with 27 points, 9 rebounds and 6 assists.</li><li>From the field, we have the Celtics finishing with a field goal percentage of 47.7% and knocking down 20 threes.</li></ul><h3>Is a Win at Orlando Possible for the Celtics?</h3><p>The Celtics improved to 22-6 on the season with a dominant 123-98 win over the Bulls on Saturday. Boston, who were -12 point favorites, not only won but also covered the spread. The game’s total points came in at 221, well below the O/U line of 239.5.</p> <p>After a 28-28 tie in the 1st quarter, Boston went on a 10-0 run, turning a 51-47 lead into 57-51. They outscored the Bulls 33-26 in the 2nd quarter, 32-23 in the 3rd, and 30-21 in the 4th, pulling away for the win.</p><p>Jayson Tatum was the star of the Celtics' 123-98 win over the Bulls, hitting 9 threes at a 60% clip and finishing with 43 points, 15 rebounds, and 10 assists. He scored 18 points in the 3rd quarter and added 9 more in the 4th.</p> <p>As a team, the Celtics shot 48% from the field, making 15 threes at 33.3%. Kristaps Porzingis contributed 22 points, including 8 in the 4th quarter, while Jaylen Brown added 19 points, 9 of which came in the opening quarter.</p><p>The Celtics put together a strong defensive performance on Saturday, holding the Bulls to just 98 points. Boston's defense improved as the game went on, giving up 28 points in the 1st quarter, 26 in the 2nd, 23 in the 3rd, and just 21 in the 4th. Overall, they limited Chicago to 37% shooting from the field.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, the Celtics held the Bulls to 34% shooting, with Chicago making 14 threes. The Bulls also went 10/11 from the free-throw line. Boston controlled the boards, allowing 10 offensive rebounds while collecting 42 defensive boards. They also added 8 steals and 4 blocks.</p><h3>Can Orlando Pull Out the Win as Home Underdogs?</h3><p>The Magic improved to 18-12 on the season with a 121-114 win over the Heat on Saturday. Orlando, favored by 2 points, covered the spread with the win. The game’s total of 235 points exceeded the pre-game line of 205 by 30 points.</p> <p>Orlando’s comeback was remarkable, as they outscored Miami 37-8 in the 4th quarter. The Heat had gone on a 14-0 run earlier, but the Magic’s dominant final quarter sealed the win.</p><p>Cole Anthony's 35-point performance, including 14 points in the 3rd quarter and 13 in the 4th, led the Magic to a win over the Heat. Kentavious Caldwell-Pope added 24 points, with 10 coming in the opening quarter.</p> <p>Goga Bitadze was perfect from the field, finishing with 18 points and 13 rebounds. The Magic shot 49.4% overall, but struggled from deep, hitting just 29.7% of their threes, making 11 in total.</p><p>Despite a rough start defensively, giving up 40 points in the 1st quarter and 36 in the 2nd, the Magic tightened up in the 4th, allowing just 8 points to secure the win. Overall, they gave up 114 points on 48% shooting from the Heat.</p> <p>Orlando did well defending the three, holding Miami to 28% from deep with just 9 made threes. They also recorded 9 blocks and 5 steals, while giving up 33 free throws on 42 attempts.</p>

Boston Celtics vs Orlando Magic Betting Pick & Prediction 12/23/24

<p>The Blues and Red Wings are set to face off at 7:00 ET on ESPN+. The Red Wings will host the game at Little Caesars Arena in Detroit, MI. The over/under goal line for this matchup is currently at 5.5 goals, and the Red Wings are favored by -1.5 vs. the Blues.</p><h3>ST. LOUIS BLUES VS DETROIT RED WINGS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Detroit Red Wings -1.5</p><p>This game will be played at Little Caesars Arena at 7:00 ET on Monday, December 23rd.</p><h3>WHY BET THE DETROIT RED WINGS:</h3><ul><li>With the Red Wings being favored by 1.5, our NHL analytics models has this one playing out 4-3 in favor of the Red Wings.</li><li>Take the Red Wings on the moneyline</li><li>On the spread, we like Blues (+1.5)</li></ul><h3>Can the Blues Grab a Win in Detroit?</h3><p>St. Louis improved to 15-16-4 with a 4-2 win over the Maple Leafs. The Blues covered the puck line as underdogs, and the total of 6 goals matched the pre-game line.</p> 

<p>After trailing 1-0 in the first period, the Blues responded with four unanswered goals. Three different players scored for St. Louis, with Colton Parayko leading the way with two goals.</p><p>Colton Parayko led the way for the Blues with two goals, including his second of the season, and added an assist on Pavel Buchnevich’s empty-netter, which was Buchnevich’s 4th goal of the year. Parayko was efficient, scoring on both of his two shots on goal. Jordan Kyrou also found the net for the 3rd time this season.</p> <p>After a scoreless first period, the Blues tallied three times in the second. Ryan Suter contributed two assists, bringing his total to three for the season. St. Louis took 24 shots on goal and recorded 14 giveaways.</p><p>Defensively, the Blues allowed an early goal just 5:25 into the first period and another late in the third, but they held the Maple Leafs scoreless for a crucial stretch between those two goals. Jordan Binnington recorded 35 saves with a 94.6% save percentage, while the defense added 17 blocks and 3 takeaways.</p><h3>Can the Red Wings Offense Score Enough at Home?</h3><p>Detroit moved to 13-16-4 with a 2-1 win over the Sabres. The Red Wings were favored on the puck line, but didn’t cover. The total was set at 6.5 goals, and the teams combined for just 3.</p> <p>After giving up a goal in the first period, Detroit responded with two goals in the second. Both of the Red Wings’ goals came from Dylan Larkin, and both were on the power play.</p><p>Dylan Larkin was the sole scorer for the Red Wings in their 2-1 win over Buffalo, netting his 6th and 7th goals of the season. Both of Larkin's goals came on power plays in the second period, with the first at 12:11 and the second at 5:22.</p> <p>Detroit fired 23 shots on goal but struggled with giveaways, tallying 15. Patrick Kane picked up his 6th assist on Larkin’s first goal, while Alex DeBrincat earned his 4th assist and Lucas Raymond his 10th on the second.</p><p>Defensively, the Red Wings gave up the first goal at 11:39 into the first period, but they shut out the Sabres the rest of the way, leading to a 2-1 win. Goalie Cam Talbot made 31 saves with a 96.9% save percentage, while the defense contributed 4 takeaways and 11 hits.</p>

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

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

Buffalo Sabres vs Boston Bruins Betting Pick & Prediction 12/21/24

<p>At 7:00 ET, the Cleveland Cavaliers (-991) will host the Utah Jazz (+640) in a non-conference matchup. The Cavaliers are favored by 14 points, and the over/under line is set at 232.5.</p>

<p>Utah comes into this game with a 7-20 record, which puts them 14th in the Western Conference. They have won two games in a row. Cleveland is 25-4 and has won four straight. They are currently the top team in the Eastern Conference.</p><h3>UTAH JAZZ VS CLEVELAND CAVALIERS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Utah Jazz +14</p><p>This game will be played at Rocket Mortgage FieldHouse at 7:00 ET on Monday, December 23rd.</p><h3>WHY BET THE UTAH JAZZ:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 137-130 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>Will the Jazz Win in Cleveland?</h3><p>Utah improved to 7-20 this season with a 105-94 win over the Nets on Saturday. The Jazz, who were +1.5 point underdogs, not only won but covered the spread. The total points for the game were 199, falling well short of the 220.5 O/U line.</p> <p>After trailing 24-19 at the end of the 1st quarter, Utah took control by outscoring Brooklyn 31-21 in the 2nd quarter and 25-18 in the 3rd. They entered the 4th quarter with a 75-63 lead and held off the Nets, who edged them 31-30 in the final period.</p><p>Lauri Markkanen led the Jazz with 21 points in their win over the Nets, scoring 14 in the 4th quarter despite shooting just 38.1% from the field and 23.1% from three. Svi Mykhailiuk and Collin Sexton each added 18 points, with Mykhailiuk hitting 4 threes at a 50% rate.</p> <p>Utah made 14 threes as a team, shooting 34.1% from deep and 47.7% overall. Sexton and Mykhailiuk both scored 8 points in the 2nd quarter, while Markkanen's big 4th quarter helped secure the win.</p><p>The Jazz put on a defensive clinic against the Nets, giving up just 94 points in the win. They held Brooklyn to 24 points in the 1st quarter, 21 in the 2nd, and a mere 18 in the 3rd. Even with a 31-point 4th quarter, Utah's defense was solid throughout.</p> <p>Utah limited the Nets to 40% shooting, including just 17% from beyond the arc, where Brooklyn made only 7 threes. The Jazz also recorded 11 steals and 8 blocks in the game.</p><h3>Does Cleveland Have What it Takes at Home?</h3><p>The Cavaliers improved to 25-4 on the season with a dominant 126-99 win over the 76ers on Saturday. Playing at home, Cleveland entered the game as 9-point favorites and covered the spread with ease. The total points for the game reached 225, just over the pre-game line of 221.5.</p> <p>After a 30-30 tie in the 1st quarter, Cleveland took control by outscoring Philadelphia 36-25 in the 2nd and 33-21 in the 3rd. Heading into the 4th with a 99-76 lead, the Cavaliers went on a 10-0 run, stretching the score from 107-82 to 117-82.</p><p>The Cavaliers put on an offensive show in their win over the 76ers, shooting 53.3% from the field and hitting 22 three-pointers at a 51.2% clip. Darius Garland led the way with 26 points, connecting on 6 threes at 85.7% efficiency.</p> <p>Evan Mobley added 22 points and 13 rebounds, while Donovan Mitchell contributed 19 points, 13 of which came in the 1st quarter. Garland scored 13 points in the 3rd quarter, and Mobley added 10 in the same period.</p><p>The Cavaliers tightened up defensively after a shaky 1st quarter, allowing just 69 points over the final three periods to hold the 76ers to 99 points. Cleveland's defense was particularly strong in the 3rd quarter, where they gave up just 21 points.</p> <p>Overall, the Cavaliers held the 76ers to 40% shooting from the field, including 32% from beyond the arc, where Philadelphia made 11 threes. Cleveland also recorded 8 steals and 1 block in the game.</p>

Utah Jazz vs Cleveland Cavaliers Betting Pick & Prediction 12/23/24

<p>At 7:00 ET, the Charlotte Hornets will host the Houston Rockets in a non-conference matchup. The Rockets are favored by 6 points and have a record of 19-9, good for 3rd in the Western Conference. They have won 2 straight games and are 2nd in the Southwest Division. On the other side, the Hornets are 7-21 and have lost 4 in a row. They are 13th in the Eastern Conference and 4th in the Southeast Division.</p>

<p>This game will be played at the Spectrum Center in Charlotte and can be seen on SCHN. The over/under line for this game is 218.5 points.</p><h3>HOUSTON ROCKETS VS CHARLOTTE HORNETS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Houston Rockets -6</p><p>This game will be played at Spectrum Center at 7:00 ET on Monday, December 23rd.</p><h3>WHY BET THE HOUSTON ROCKETS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 134-116 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 45.9% and knocking down 14 threes.</li></ul><h3>Will the Rockets Win on the Road?</h3><p>With a 114-110 win over the Raptors on Sunday, the Rockets improved to 19-9 this season. Houston, favored by nine points, didn’t cover the spread, but the game’s total of 224 points narrowly exceeded the 222.5-point O/U line.</p> <p>Toronto jumped out to a 25-13 lead with a 10-0 run, but Houston chipped away, winning each of the final three quarters. They took an 84-83 lead into the 4th and outscored the Raptors 30-27 in the final period to seal the win.</p><p>Dillon Brooks led the Rockets to a win over the Raptors, scoring 27 points with 13 of those coming in the 3rd quarter. Jalen Green added 22 points, contributing 9 in the opening period.</p> <p>Alperen Sengun finished with 17 points and 10 rebounds, scoring 8 in the 3rd quarter. Houston struggled from beyond the arc, hitting just 25% of their threes, making 7 in total.</p><p>Despite a rough start, giving up 35 points in the 1st quarter, the Rockets tightened up defensively, allowing just 22 points in the 2nd quarter. They continued their solid effort in the 3rd and 4th, giving up 26 and 27 points, respectively, to hold the Raptors to 110 points on 45% shooting.</p> <p>Houston struggled to defend the three-point line, with Toronto hitting 17 threes at a 39% clip. However, the Rockets limited the Raptors to just 13 free-throw attempts, of which they made 9. Defensively, the Rockets recorded 12 steals and 6 blocks.</p><h3>Are the Hornets Ready for a Home Win?</h3><p>Charlotte’s season record dropped to 7-21 after a 108-98 road loss to the 76ers on Friday. The Hornets entered the game as +13 point underdogs and managed to cover the spread. The total points for the game were 206, falling short of the 213.5 O/U line.</p> <p>Philadelphia jumped out to a 41-23 lead after the 1st quarter, but Charlotte responded by winning the 2nd quarter 23-17. The 76ers went on a 10-0 run, extending their lead from 55-46 to 65-46. Charlotte fought back, winning the 4th quarter 27-23, but it wasn’t enough to complete the comeback.</p><p>Vasilije Micic led the Hornets with 20 points and 4 assists in their 98-78 loss to the 76ers, shooting 50% from the field and hitting 3 threes at 37.5%. Miles Bridges added 15 points, despite shooting just 30.8%, and DaQuan Jeffries contributed 12 points on 55.6% shooting, making 2 threes at 50%.</p> <p>As a team, the Hornets made 10 threes, shooting 32.3% from beyond the arc, and finished with a field goal percentage of 46.2%. Micic scored 10 points in the 3rd quarter and added 7 more in the 4th, while Bridges scored 12 of his 15 points in the final period.</p><p>Despite giving up 41 points in the 1st quarter, the Hornets tightened up defensively in the 2nd, allowing just 17 points. They gave up 27 points in the 3rd and 23 in the 4th, finishing with 108 points allowed in their loss to the 76ers.</p> <p>Charlotte allowed Philadelphia to shoot 49% from the field, including 36% from three-point range, where the 76ers made 12 threes. The Hornets sent the 76ers to the line 18 times, where they hit 14 free throws. Defensively, the Hornets recorded 7 steals and 4 blocks.</p>

Houston Rockets vs Charlotte Hornets Betting Pick & Prediction 12/23/24

<p>Don't miss out on the NHL showdown between the Flyers and Penguins. The game is starting at 7:00 ET on NBCS, and it's hosted by the Penguins at PPG Paints Arena in Pittsburgh, PA. Get ready to place your bets! The over/under for this Metropolitan division contest is set at 6.5 goals, with the Penguins being favored by -1.5 at home against the Flyers.</p><h3>PHILADELPHIA FLYERS VS PITTSBURGH PENGUINS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Pittsburgh Penguins -1.5</p><p>This game will be played at PPG Paints Arena at 7:00 ET on Monday, December 23rd.</p><h3>WHY BET THE PITTSBURGH PENGUINS:</h3><ul><li>Our prediction for this game is that the Penguins will come out on top with a projected score of 4-2.</li><li>Take the Penguins on the moneyline</li><li>The Penguins should also cover at -1.5</li></ul><h3>Can Philadelphia Lock in a Road Win?</h3><p>With a 3-0 loss to the Bruins, the Flyers are now 15-15-4 this season. Philadelphia entered the game as underdogs on the puck line and failed to cover. The total was set at 6.5 goals, but the combined score of 3 fell well short of that mark.</p> 

<p>Defensively, the Flyers allowed goals in each period, with the Bruins’ final goal coming with 3:39 left in the third. Philadelphia’s offense struggled, managing only 20 shots on goal and failing to score.</p><p>The Flyers were shut out in their 3-0 loss to the Bruins, managing 20 shots on goal but failing to find the back of the net. Philadelphia recorded 15 giveaways in the game.</p> <p>All three periods ended without a goal for the Flyers, who remain at 15-15-4 after the loss.</p><p>Defensively, the Flyers gave up the first goal at 13:28 in the first period and another at 11:23 in the second. They allowed a third on an empty-netter at 16:21 in the third. Samuel Ersson made 8 saves with a 100% save percentage, while the Flyers' defense had 5 takeaways and 30 hits.</p><h3>Will the Penguins Come Through as Home Favorites?</h3><p>With a 3-1 win over the Canadiens, the Penguins moved to 15-15-5 on the season. Pittsburgh covered the puck line as -1.5 goal favorites, and the total of 4 goals fell short of the 6.5 set before the game.</p> 

<p>Sidney Crosby led the way with two goals, including one in the first period. Montreal cut the lead to 2-1 in the third, but Blake Lizotte added an empty-net goal to seal the victory.</p><p>Sidney Crosby netted two goals for the Penguins, including his fifth of the season on a power play at 18:40 in the second period. Blake Lizotte added an empty-netter, his second goal of the season, with 45 seconds left in the game.</p> <p>Pittsburgh took 24 shots on goal and recorded 14 giveaways. The Penguins scored once in each period, with Crosby’s first goal coming at 15:57 in the opening frame.</p><p>Defensively, the Penguins will look to build on a strong performance in their last game, where they allowed just one goal to the Canadiens. Alex Nedeljkovic made 25 saves with a 96.2% save percentage, and the defense contributed 5 takeaways and 19 hits. The only goal they allowed came at 5:32 into the 3rd period.</p>

<p>Don't miss out on the NCAA showdown between the Ramblers and Cougars. The game is starting at 5:30 ET on ESPNU, and it's hosted by the Cougars at Stan Sheriff Center in Honolulu, HI. Get ready to place your bets! Loyola Chicago is favored by -4.5 in this non-conference showdown. The game's over/under is currently at 147.5 points.</p><h3>LOYOLA CHICAGO RAMBLERS VS CHARLESTON COUGARS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Charleston Cougars +4.5</p><p>This game will be played at Stan Sheriff Center at 5:30 ET on Monday, December 23rd.</p><h3>WHY BET THE CHARLESTON COUGARS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 78-68 in favor of the Cougars.</li><li>Not only will Charleston pick up the win, but look for them to cover at +4.5.</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>Do the Ramblers Have What it Takes in Honolulu?</h3><p>Loyola Chicago dropped to 8-2 on the season following a narrow 72-71 road loss to Oakland on Sunday. The Ramblers entered the game as -7 favorites but failed to cover the spread. The total points for the game reached 143, surpassing the over/under line of 133.5.</p> <p>Loyola Chicago trailed 33-27 at halftime but rallied in the second half, scoring 44 points while allowing 39. Despite the strong second-half effort, they couldn’t complete the comeback.</p><p>Loyola Chicago put up 71 points in their last game, shooting 49.1% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 54.5%. They hit 60.6% of their two-point attempts, but struggled from beyond the arc, connecting on just 31.8% of their threes (7/22).</p> <p>Miles Rubin was a force inside, going 9/11 from the field and finishing with 21 points and 9 rebounds. Allen Mukeba and Malcolm Christie each added 20 points, with Christie hitting 6 threes at a 40% clip.</p><p>Despite Loyola Chicago’s defensive efforts, they gave up 72 points in their last game, with their opponents shooting 42% from the field. Inside the arc, the Ramblers allowed 50% shooting, as their opponents hit 18 of 36 two-point attempts.</p> <p>From three-point range, Loyola Chicago’s defense held their opponents to 33% shooting, with 9 made threes on 27 attempts. The Ramblers also sent their opponents to the line 10 times, where they converted 9 free throws for 90%. Loyola Chicago allowed 15 offensive rebounds in the game.</p><h3>Are the Cougars Ready for a Home Win?</h3><h3>Charleston Cougars Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Charleston dropped to 7-3 on the season after a 74-65 loss to Oregon State on Sunday. The Cougars were +7 point underdogs at home and failed to cover the spread. The game’s total points of 139 fell just short of the 140.5 O/U line.</p> 

<p>Charleston trailed 35-26 at halftime but couldn’t close the gap in the 2nd half, as both teams scored 39 points after the break.</p><p>Charleston managed just 65 points in their latest game, shooting 36.2% from the field and 25% from three-point range (6/24). Their effective field goal percentage was 41.4%, and they hit 17 of 25 free throws (68%).</p> <p>Michael Rataj and Damarco Minor led the Cougars with 16 points each, with Rataj adding 12 rebounds. Parsa Fallah was efficient, shooting 6/7 from the field for 14 points and contributing 4 assists.</p><p>Charleston’s defense held their opponent to 74 points on 36% shooting from the field, including 44% from two-point range, where they allowed 15 made baskets on 34 attempts.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, the Cougars limited their opponent to 6 threes on 24 attempts, a 25% shooting performance. They also sent their opponent to the free-throw line 25 times, where they made 17, shooting 68%.</p>

Loyola Chicago Ramblers vs Charleston Cougars NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 12/23/24

<p>Don't miss out on the NCAA showdown between the Redhawks and Huskies. The game is starting at 10:00 ET on BTN, and it's hosted by the Huskies at Alaska Airlines Arena in Seattle, WA. Get ready to place your bets! The over/under for this game is set at 144 points, and Washington is favored by -11 against Seattle in a non-conference matchup.</p><h3>SEATTLE REDHAWKS VS WASHINGTON HUSKIES BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Seattle Redhawks +11</p><p>This game will be played at Alaska Airlines Arena at 10:00 ET on Monday, December 23rd.</p><h3>WHY BET THE SEATTLE REDHAWKS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 78-70 in favor of the Huskies.</li><li>Even though we have Washington winning straight-up, we like Seattle at +11.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 144 points, and we like the over with a projected 148 points.</li></ul><h3>Does Seattle Have What it Takes to Win as Road Underdogs?</h3><h3>Seattle Redhawks Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Seattle’s season continued to struggle after a 79-68 loss to UIC on Friday, December 20th. The Redhawks, now 2-8, were favored by 6.5 points at home but failed to cover the spread.</p> 

<p>Seattle trailed 34-32 at halftime and allowed 45 points in the 2nd half while scoring 36. The total points for the game were 147, just under the O/U line of 148.5.</p><p>Seattle's offense put up 68 points in their last game, shooting 41.4% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 46.6%. They hit 33.3% from beyond the arc, going 6-for-18, and connected on 66.7% of their free throws, making 14 of 21 attempts. The Redhawks also grabbed 10 offensive rebounds and dished out 10 assists.</p> <p>Brayden Maldonado led the way with 22 points, hitting 5-of-7 from three-point range and shooting 72.7% overall. Ahmad Henderson II added 14 points and 9 assists, while Filip Skobalj contributed 11 points, knocking down 3-of-5 threes.</p><p>Seattle's defense gave up 79 points in their last game, with opponents shooting 41% from the field. They allowed 18 two-point baskets on 40 attempts, a 45% shooting rate.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Seattle's opponents hit 6 of 18 threes, shooting 33%. They also sent them to the line 21 times, where they made 14 free throws, a 66% success rate. Seattle allowed 10 offensive rebounds.</p><h3>Will Washington Secure A Victory as Home Favorites?</h3><h3>Washington Huskies Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>The Huskies improved to 7-3 on the season with an 89-73 win over Washington State on Wednesday. Washington, who were -2.5 favorites, covered the spread in the victory.</p> 

<p>Washington led 35-31 at halftime and broke the game open by scoring 54 points in the 2nd half while allowing 42. The total points for the game reached 162, surpassing the O/U line of 149.5.</p><p>Washington's offense put up 89 points in their last game, shooting 50% from the field and 47.6% from three-point range, hitting 10 of 21 attempts. Their effective field goal percentage was 58.1%, and they connected on 65.4% of their free throws, going 17 for 26.</p> <p>DJ Davis and Nate Calmese each scored 21 points, with Davis hitting 3 of 7 threes and adding 4 assists. Mekhi Mason also hit 3 threes, shooting 50% from deep, while Tyler Harris made 3 of 5 from beyond the arc. Great Osobor contributed 13 points, shooting 60% from the field, and Tyree Ihenacho was perfect from the floor, going 4 for 4.</p><p>Washington's defense struggled in their last game, giving up 73 points on 50% shooting from the field. The Huskies allowed 31 made field goals on 62 attempts.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Washington allowed the opposing team to shoot 47%, with 10 threes made on 21 attempts. They also sent the other team to the free-throw line 26 times, where they converted 17 of those attempts.</p>

Seattle Redhawks vs Washington Huskies NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 12/23/24

<p>Looking to win big? The Blue Raiders and Volunteers face off at 7:00 ET on SECN. The Volunteers are hosting the game at Thompson-Boling Arena at Food City Center in Knoxville, TN. This non-conference matchup has an over/under of 142.5 points, and Tennessee is favored by -26.5 vs. Middle Tennessee.</p><h3>MIDDLE TENNESSEE BLUE RAIDERS VS TENNESSEE VOLUNTEERS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Middle Tennessee Blue Raiders +26.5</p><p>This game will be played at Thompson-Boling Arena at Food City Center at 7:00 ET on Monday, December 23rd.</p><h3>WHY BET THE MIDDLE TENNESSEE BLUE RAIDERS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 75-72 in favor of the Volunteers.</li><li>Even though we have Tennessee winning straight-up, we like Middle Tennessee at +26.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 142.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 147 points.</li></ul><h3>Will Middle Tennessee Win on the Road?</h3><h3>Middle Tennessee Blue Raiders Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Middle Tennessee improved to 7-3 on the season with a narrow 67-65 win over Lipscomb on Thursday. The Blue Raiders were favored by 2.5 points going into the game but didn’t cover the spread. The total points for the game ended at 132, falling short of the O/U line of 148.5.</p> 

<p>Middle Tennessee led 37-30 at halftime but allowed Lipscomb to score 35 points in the second half while managing just 30 points themselves. Despite the close call, the Blue Raiders held on for the win.</p><p>Middle Tennessee struggled offensively in their last game, shooting just 38.1% from the field and 28.6% from beyond the arc. Their effective field goal percentage was 42.9%, and they hit only 59.1% of their free throws. The Blue Raiders managed 19 offensive rebounds and finished with just 8 assists.</p> <p>Jacob Ognacevic was a bright spot, scoring 32 points on 12-of-18 shooting, including 1-of-3 from three-point range. Jestin Porter added 14 points, despite shooting 4-of-14 overall and 1-of-6 from deep. Essam Mostafa contributed 12 points and 10 rebounds, while Gyasi Powell chipped in 11 points, hitting 2-of-5 from three.</p><p>Middle Tennessee's defense held their opponents to 65 points, with a field goal percentage of 38% (24/63). They limited two-point shooting to 18/42 (42%).</p> <p>From beyond the arc, the Blue Raiders allowed 6 threes on 21 attempts (28%). Their opponents shot 59% from the free-throw line, making 13 of 22.</p><h3>Can the Volunteers Secure a Win at Home?</h3><p>Tennessee improved to 11-0 this season with an 84-36 win over Western Carolina on Tuesday. The Volunteers, who were heavy favorites at -36.5, covered the spread with the win.</p> <p>Tennessee led 38-15 at halftime and continued their dominance in the 2nd half, outscoring the Catamounts 46-21. The game’s total points ended at 120, falling short of the 142.5 over/under line.</p><p>Tennessee put up 84 points in their last game, shooting 46.4% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 52.2%. They hit 57.1% of their two-point attempts, but struggled from deep, connecting on just 29.6% of their threes (8/27). At the free-throw line, the Volunteers were efficient, making 12 of 14 attempts (85.7%).</p> <p>The Volunteers dished out 22 assists and grabbed 14 offensive rebounds. Chaz Lanier led the way with 19 points, 7 rebounds, and 4 assists, shooting 42.1% overall and 42.9% from three (3/7). Jordan Gainey added 17 points, hitting 75% of his shots and 50% from beyond the arc (2/4), while Darlinstone Dubar contributed 13 points, shooting 62.5% from the field.</p><p>Despite Tennessee's defensive efforts, they gave up 36 points in their last game. The Volunteers allowed their opponent to shoot 46% from the field, with 32 made baskets on 69 attempts.</p> <p>From two-point range, Tennessee's defense allowed 24 makes on 42 attempts, a 57% shooting rate. They also gave up 8 threes on 27 attempts, with their opponent shooting 29% from beyond the arc. At the free-throw line, Tennessee's opponent shot 85%, making 12 of 14 attempts. The Volunteers also allowed 14 offensive rebounds.</p>

Middle Tennessee Blue Raiders vs Tennessee Volunteers NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 12/23/24

<p>The Stars and Hockey Club are set to face off at 9:00 ET on ESPN+. The Hockey Club will host the game at Delta Center in Salt Lake City, UT. The Stars are the -1.5 goal favorites in this Central division matchup against the Hockey Club. The over/under for the game is set at 6 goals.</p><h3>DALLAS STARS VS UTAH HOCKEY CLUB BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Utah Hockey Club +1.5</p><p>This game will be played at Delta Center at 9:00 ET on Monday, December 23rd.</p><h3>WHY BET THE UTAH HOCKEY CLUB:</h3><ul><li>Despite being 1.5 goal underdogs, we predict the Hockey Club to come out on top with a final score of 4-3.</li><li>We like the Hockey Club on the moneyline (+140)</li><li>The Hockey Club are also our pick on the spread at +1.5</li></ul><h3>Is a Win at Salt Lake City Possible for the Stars?</h3><p>With a 4-2 loss to the Panthers, the Stars now sit at 19-13-0. Dallas was the underdog on the puck line, and the total was set at 6.5 goals, but the combined score of 6 fell just short.</p> 

<p>After falling behind 2-0, the Stars tied it up in the second period. However, the Panthers pulled ahead with two more goals, including an empty-netter in the third.</p><p>Dallas took 25 shots on goal but only managed to score twice in their 4-2 loss to the Panthers. Evgenii Dadonov netted his second goal of the season, while Matt Duchene added his seventh. Duchene also picked up his eighth assist on Dadonov’s power-play goal.</p> <p>The Stars were held scoreless in the first period before getting on the board with two goals in the second. They ended the game with 32 giveaways.</p><p>Dallas' defense gave up the first two goals in their previous game, and after the Stars tied it at 2-2, they allowed two more, including an empty-netter. Casey DeSmith made 21 saves with a save percentage of 87.5%.</p><h3>Can Utah Lock in a Home Win?</h3><p>Utah dropped to 16-11-6 after a 4-3 loss to the Golden Knights. The Hockey Club held a 2-0 lead before Vegas scored four unanswered goals. Utah entered the game as underdogs on the puck line, and the total of 7 goals surpassed the pre-game line of 6.5.</p> <p>Logan Cooley opened the scoring for Utah at 11:52 in the first period, and Ian Cole added another goal at 12:00 in the second. However, the Golden Knights tied it up with a goal at 19:59 in the second period and eventually won with a goal at 2:15 in overtime.</p><p>Utah Hockey Club took 19 shots on goal and scored three times in their 4-3 loss to Vegas. Logan Cooley opened the scoring in the first period, netting his second goal of the season. Ian Cole followed with his first goal of the year in the second period, while Alexander Kerfoot added his second goal in the third.</p> <p>Cooley also picked up his 8th assist on Cole’s goal. Nick Bjugstad contributed with two assists, bringing his season total to two. Utah recorded 13 giveaways in the game.</p><p>Utah's defense gave up the first goal at 15:06 in the 2nd period, and they allowed three more, including the game-winner in overtime. Connor Ingram made 31 saves, finishing with a save percentage of 88.6%. Utah's defense also had 8 takeaways and 21 hits.</p>

<p>At 7:00 ET, the 9-17 76ers (-212) will host the 15-13 Spurs (+176) at Wells Fargo Center. The Spurs are currently on a two-game win streak and are 9th in the Western Conference, while the 76ers are 12th in the East.</p>

<p>According to oddsmakers, the 76ers (-5) are favored by five points and the over/under line for the game is 217.5. NBCS will have TV coverage for this non-conference matchup.</p><h3>SAN ANTONIO SPURS VS PHILADELPHIA 76ERS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: San Antonio Spurs +5</p><p>This game will be played at Wells Fargo Center at 7:00 ET on Monday, December 23rd.</p><h3>WHY BET THE SAN ANTONIO SPURS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 153-144 in favor of the Spurs.</li><li>Our projections have Victor Wembanyama finishing with 24 points, 11 rebounds and 4 assists.</li><li>From the field, we have the Spurs finishing with a field goal percentage of 46.7% and knocking down 17 threes.</li></ul><h3>Can The Spurs Secure a Win at Philadelphia?</h3><p>The Spurs improved to 15-13 on the season with a 114-94 win over the Trail Blazers on Saturday. Playing at home, San Antonio entered the game as -6.5 favorites and covered the spread with the 20-point victory.</p> <p>San Antonio took control in the 2nd quarter, outscoring Portland 35-24. They maintained their lead by winning both the 3rd and 4th quarters 27-25. The total score of 208 points fell short of the 225.5 O/U line.</p><p>Victor Wembanyama's 30 points and 7 rebounds led the Spurs to a win over the Trail Blazers, as he hit 4 threes at 50% efficiency. Overall, the Spurs struggled from deep, making just 27.8% of their attempts, though they shot 47.3% from the field.</p> <p>Wembanyama scored 15 points in the 3rd quarter, while Charles Bassey added 8 of his 16 points in the 4th. Keldon Johnson and Devin Vassell each contributed 11 points, with Johnson scoring 7 in the final period.</p><p>The Spurs' defense was on point in their win over the Trail Blazers, allowing just 94 points. They held Portland to 20 points in the 1st quarter and gave up 25 points in both the 3rd and 4th quarters.</p> <p>San Antonio limited the Blazers to 39% shooting from the field, including 27% from three-point range, with Portland making 12 threes. The Spurs also sent the Blazers to the line just 9 times, where they made 6 free throws. Defensively, the Spurs recorded 7 steals and 13 blocks.</p><h3>Will the Philadelphia Defense Show Up at Home?</h3><p>The 76ers dropped to 9-17 on the season after a 126-99 loss to the Cavaliers on Saturday. Philadelphia, who entered the game as +9 point underdogs, failed to cover the spread. The total points for the game were 225, surpassing the pre-game O/U line of 221.5.</p> <p>After a 30-30 tie in the 1st quarter, the Cavaliers pulled away, outscoring the 76ers 36-25 in the 2nd and 33-21 in the 3rd. Cleveland extended their lead with a 10-0 run, taking the score from 107-82 to 117-82, before closing out the game by outscoring Philadelphia 27-23 in the 4th quarter.</p><p>In Saturday's loss to the Cavaliers, the 76ers managed just 99 points, shooting 40% from the field and 32.4% from three-point range. Tyrese Maxey led the way with 27 points, hitting 5 threes at a 50% clip.</p> <p>Maxey scored 12 points in the 1st quarter and added 13 more in the 3rd. Paul George and Ricky Council each contributed 11 points, with George shooting 33.3% and Council 28.6%.</p><p>The 76ers struggled defensively against the Cavaliers, giving up 126 points on 53% shooting. Cleveland scored at least 30 points in each of the first three quarters, including 36 in the 2nd.</p> <p>Philadelphia allowed 22 three-pointers, with the Cavaliers hitting 51% from deep. The 76ers sent Cleveland to the line 15 times, where they made 8 free throws.</p>

San Antonio Spurs vs Philadelphia 76ers Betting Pick & Prediction 12/23/24

<p>At 7:30 ET, the Miami Heat (-463) will host the Brooklyn Nets (+353) in an Eastern Conference matchup. Miami is currently 6th in the East, while Brooklyn is 11th.</p>

<p>The over/under line for this game is 213.5 points, and the Heat (-10) are favored by double-digits. The Nets are 11-17 on the season, while the Heat have lost three straight and are 13-13 overall.</p><h3>BROOKLYN NETS VS MIAMI HEAT BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Miami Heat -10</p><p>This game will be played at Kaseya Center at 7:30 ET on Monday, December 23rd.</p><h3>WHY BET THE MIAMI HEAT:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 132-72 in favor of the Heat.</li><li>Our projections have Tyler Herro finishing with 21 points, 5 rebounds and 5 assists.</li><li>From the field, we have the Heat finishing with a field goal percentage of 46.2% and knocking down 16 threes.</li></ul><h3>Can Brooklyn Lock in a Road Win?</h3><p>The Nets fell to 11-17 on the season after a 105-94 home loss to the Jazz on Saturday. Brooklyn, who were -1.5 point favorites, failed to cover the spread. The total points for the game were 199, well below the 220.5 O/U line.</p> <p>Brooklyn started strong, leading 24-19 after the 1st quarter, but a 31-21 2nd quarter for Utah put the Nets behind. They trailed 75-63 going into the 4th, and despite outscoring the Jazz 31-30 in the final period, they couldn’t close the gap.</p><p>In their 105-94 loss to the Jazz, the Nets struggled offensively, shooting just 40.4% from the field and hitting only 7 threes at a 17.5% clip. Cameron Johnson led the way with 18 points, 13 of which came in the 4th quarter.</p> <p>Ben Simmons added 15 points and 10 assists, while Shake Milton chipped in 11 points. Simmons scored 6 points in the 1st quarter, and Milton contributed 5 points in the 2nd.</p><p>The Nets held the Jazz to 105 points but couldn't capitalize on their defensive effort in a 105-94 loss. Brooklyn's defense was strong in the 1st quarter, allowing just 19 points, but they gave up 31 in the 2nd and 30 in the 4th. Overall, the Jazz shot 47% from the field.</p> <p>Brooklyn did a good job defending the three, with Utah hitting 14 threes at a 34% clip. The Nets also limited the Jazz's trips to the free-throw line, where they went 9/17. Defensively, the Nets finished with 9 steals and 3 blocks.</p><h3>Can The Heat Secure a Home Victory?</h3><p>The Heat dropped to 13-13 after a 121-114 road loss to the Magic on Saturday. Miami, who entered the game as +2 point underdogs, failed to cover the spread. The total score of 235 points exceeded the O/U line of 205 by 30 points.</p> <p>Miami appeared to be in control after a 14-0 run early on and led 106-84 heading into the 4th quarter. However, the Heat managed just 8 points in the final period while allowing the Magic to score 37, leading to a stunning turnaround.</p><p>The Heat shot 48% from the field in their loss to the Magic, but struggled from beyond the arc, hitting just 28.1% of their threes, with only 9 makes. Bam Adebayo and Terry Rozier led Miami with 23 points each, while Tyler Herro added 22 points and 5 assists.</p> <p>Herro scored 13 of his points in the 1st quarter, while Rozier added 12 in the 2nd. Adebayo was consistent throughout, scoring 8 points in the 1st and 7 more in the 2nd quarter.</p><p>Despite a consistent defensive effort through the first three quarters, allowing 28 points in each, the Heat gave up 37 points in the 4th, leading to a 121-114 loss to the Magic. Miami allowed Orlando to shoot 49% from the field.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, the Heat held the Magic to just 11 made threes on 29% shooting. Miami finished with 31 defensive rebounds, giving up 10 offensive boards, and recorded 7 steals in the game.</p>

<p>Betting on today's Canadiens and Blue Jackets game? Catch the action at Nationwide Arena in Columbus, OH, as the Blue Jackets hosts this showdown at 7:00 ET on ESPN+. The over/under for this Eastern conference contest is set at 6.5 goals, with the Blue Jackets being favored by -1.5 goals at home against the Canadiens.</p><h3>MONTREAL CANADIENS VS COLUMBUS BLUE JACKETS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Columbus Blue Jackets -1.5</p><p>This game will be played at Nationwide Arena at 7:00 ET on Monday, December 23rd.</p><h3>WHY BET THE COLUMBUS BLUE JACKETS:</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 (+114)</li><li>The Canadiens are also our pick on the spread at +1.5</li></ul><h3>Does Montreal Have What it Takes on the Road?</h3><p>Montreal’s 3-1 loss to the Penguins dropped their record to 14-16-3. The Canadiens entered the game as underdogs on the puck line, and the total was set at 6.5 goals, with the combined score of 4 falling short of that mark.</p> 

<p>The Canadiens didn’t score until the third period, when Christian Dvorak found the net at 14:28. Pittsburgh added an empty-net goal at 19:15 to seal the win.</p><p>Montreal’s offense was held in check during their 3-1 loss to Pittsburgh. Christian Dvorak netted his first goal of the season, while Emil Heineman picked up his first assist. Juraj Slafkovsky added his seventh assist of the year.</p> <p>The Canadiens fired 26 shots on goal but struggled with giveaways, committing 20. They were shut out in the first two periods before Dvorak's goal at 14:28 in the third.</p><p>Montreal's defense gave up the first two goals in their previous game, with both coming late in the 1st and 2nd periods. The Canadiens pulled within one in the 3rd, but they gave up an empty-netter with 45 seconds left, resulting in a 3-1 loss. Sam Montembeault made 21 saves with a 91.3% save percentage, while the defense recorded 4 takeaways and 28 hits.</p><h3>Does Columbus Have What it Takes to Win as Home Favorites?</h3><p>Columbus fell to 13-16-6 after a 7-2 road loss to the Capitals. The Blue Jackets, as underdogs, failed to cover the puck line. The total for the game was set at 6.5 goals, but the teams combined for 9.</p> 

<p>Defensively, Columbus struggled from the start, allowing five goals in the first period. They managed to score twice in the second, but the Capitals added two more goals to seal the win.</p><p>Columbus managed 36 shots on goal in their 7-2 loss to Washington, but only came away with two goals. Damon Severson netted his 4th of the season, while Kevin Labanc added his 2nd. The Blue Jackets were held scoreless in the 1st period before Severson got them on the board 49 seconds into the 2nd period.</p> <p>Columbus recorded 13 giveaways and 3 assists in the game. Sean Monahan picked up his 5th assist of the year on Labanc’s goal, and Zach Aston-Reese earned his 2nd assist. Adam Fantilli also contributed with his 4th assist on Severson’s goal.</p><p>Columbus' defense struggled early, giving up 5 goals in the first period. They allowed another in the 2nd and one more late in the 3rd, leading to a 7-2 loss. Daniil Tarasov made 15 saves with a 68.2% save percentage. The Blue Jackets' defense had 10 takeaways and 17 hits.</p>

<p>SECN is set to televise this week ten matchup between the Vanderbilt Commodores and Auburn Tigers, scheduled for 12:45 ET at Jordan-Hare Stadium in Auburn. The over/under line is currently set at 48 points. Auburn is the -6.5 point favorite at home. Vanderbilt comes in with a 5-3 record, while Auburn is looking to improve on their 3-5 season.</p><h3>VANDERBILT COMMODORES VS AUBURN TIGERS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Vanderbilt Commodores +6.5</p><p>This game will be played at Jordan-Hare Stadium at 12:45 ET on Saturday, November 2nd.</p><h3>WHY BET THE VANDERBILT COMMODORES:</h3><ul><li>We have the Vanderbilt Commodores winning this one by a score of 26 to 17</li><li>Not only do we have the Vanderbilt Commodores winning straight-up, we have them covering the spread at +6.5</li><li>We see this game finishing below the line of 48 points</li></ul><h3>Will The Vanderbilt Commodores Pull Off An Upset As Road Underdogs</h3><p>Vanderbilt enters Week 10 against Auburn with a 5-3 record, ranked 37th in our power rankings. They have a 75.9% chance of becoming bowl-eligible but only a 0.1% chance of winning the Southeastern. The Commodores are 2-1 at home and 1-1 on the road this season.</p> <p></p><p>Vanderbilt’s ATS record stands at 3-2, with a +9.2 average scoring margin. They are 0-2 against the spread as favorites but have gone 3-0 ATS as underdogs.</p> <p></p><p>Their over/under record is 2-2-1, with an average over/under line of 50.2 points. Vanderbilt games have averaged 54.8 points, and this week’s line is set at 48 points.</p><p>Vanderbilt’s offense ranks 20th in our offensive power rankings heading into week 10, and they are 33rd in scoring, averaging 32 points per game. They have been strong on third downs, converting 49.1% of their attempts, which ranks 9th nationally. The Commodores are also 18th in passer rating, with Diego Pavia posting a rating of 107. He has thrown for 1,534 yards, 13 touchdowns, and 3 interceptions, completing 64.5% of his passes.</p> <p></p><p>Vanderbilt is 18th in rushing attempts, averaging 38.2 carries per game, but they are 61st in rushing yards, with 157.2 yards per game. Sedrick Alexander leads the team with 412 rushing yards, 5 touchdowns, and an average of 3 yards per carry. Junior Sherrill is the top receiver, with 277 yards and 3 touchdowns on 17 catches.</p><p>Vanderbilt's defense has allowed 22.8 points per game this season, ranking 49th nationally. They’ve given up 224.2 passing yards per game, placing them 93rd, with opposing quarterbacks completing 64.8% of their passes, which ranks 129th. On the ground, Vanderbilt’s defense is allowing 115.9 rushing yards per game, the 33rd-lowest in the country, on just 29.4 rushing attempts per game, the 17th-fewest nationally.</p><p></p><p>In their recent game, a 27-24 loss to Texas, Vanderbilt’s defense allowed 27 points. They gave up 288 passing yards and three touchdowns but held Texas to 106 rushing yards. The defense also forced two interceptions during the game.</p><h3>Are The Auburn Tigers Going To Defend Home Field Advantage?</h3><p>Auburn enters Week 10 with a 3-5 record, ranked 30th in our CFB power rankings. They have a 28.6% chance of reaching bowl eligibility. At home, the Tigers are 1-3, while their road record stands at 1-2.</p><p></p><p>Against the spread, Auburn is 3-4, with a 1-3 mark at home and 2-1 on the road. They’ve been favored in four games, going 1-3 ATS as the favorite.</p><p></p><p>Their over/under record is 2-5, with an average total of 47.1 points per game. Auburn’s average over/under line is 50.1 points, and this week’s line is set at 48.</p><p>Heading into week 10, Auburn’s offense ranks 53rd in points per game, scoring 27.6 on average. They are 51st in our offensive power rankings. Their rushing game is 41st nationally, with 179.1 yards per game, and they average 33.6 rushing attempts per game.</p> <p>Jarquez Hunter leads the team with 863 rushing yards, averaging 7 yards per carry, and has scored five touchdowns. Quarterback Payton Thorne has thrown for 1,586 yards with 12 touchdowns and seven interceptions, posting a passer rating of 95.</p><p>Auburn's defense played a key role in their 24-10 win over Kentucky, allowing just 10 points. They gave up 224 total yards, including 70 rushing yards on 27 attempts and 154 passing yards, while forcing two interceptions.</p> <p></p><p>For the season, Auburn ranks 26th nationally, giving up 19.5 points per game. They are 30th in rushing yards allowed, at 113.8 per game, and 78th in passing yards allowed, at 213.2, with a 56.1% completion rate against them.</p>

Vanderbilt Commodores vs Auburn Tigers Betting Pick & Prediction 11/2/24

<p>At 7:30 ET, the 14-13 Timberwolves (-174) will take on the 14-15 Hawks (+146) in a non-conference matchup. Minnesota (-4) has lost two straight and is 10th in the Western Conference, while Atlanta (-3) has lost three straight and is 7th in the East. The over/under line for this game is 221 points.</p>

<p>This game will be played at State Farm Arena in Atlanta and can be seen on FDSS.</p><h3>MINNESOTA TIMBERWOLVES VS ATLANTA HAWKS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Minnesota Timberwolves -4</p><p>This game will be played at State Farm Arena at 7:30 ET on Monday, December 23rd.</p><h3>WHY BET THE MINNESOTA TIMBERWOLVES:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 127-122 in favor of the Timberwolves.</li><li>Our projections have Anthony Edwards finishing with 27 points, 6 rebounds and 5 assists.</li><li>From the field, we have the Timberwolves finishing with a field goal percentage of 45.9% and knocking down 16 threes.</li></ul><h3>Will Minnesota Find a Way to Win on the Road?</h3><p>The Timberwolves fell to 14-13 on the season after a 113-103 loss to the Warriors on Saturday. Playing at home, Minnesota entered the game as 4-point favorites but failed to cover the spread. The total score of 216 points narrowly missed the over/under line of 217.5.</p> <p>Golden State took control early with a 16-0 run, turning an 8-point deficit into a 31-23 lead. Minnesota fought back in the 3rd quarter, outscoring the Warriors 38-29, but couldn’t complete the comeback, as they were outscored 34-28 in the final period.</p><p>In their 113-103 loss to the Warriors, the Timberwolves shot just 41.9% from the field. They connected on 14 threes at a 36.8% rate. Anthony Edwards and Donte DiVincenzo each scored 19 points, with DiVincenzo shooting 58.3% and Edwards hitting 30% of his shots.</p> <p>Rudy Gobert added 18 points and 12 rebounds, shooting 87.5%. DiVincenzo and Edwards both scored 11 points in the 4th quarter, while Naz Reid added 10 of his 16 points in the 3rd.</p><p>Defensively, the Timberwolves were solid in the 1st and 2nd quarters, allowing just 26 and 24 points, respectively. However, they gave up 34 points in the 4th, contributing to their 113-103 loss to the Warriors. Minnesota allowed Golden State to shoot 46% from the field.</p> <p>The Timberwolves struggled to contain the Warriors from beyond the arc, giving up 16 threes on 38% shooting. They also sent Golden State to the line 23 times, where the Warriors converted 17 free throws. Minnesota finished with 5 steals and 2 blocks.</p><h3>Can the Hawks Grab a Win at Home?</h3><p>The Hawks fell to 14-15 on the season after a 128-112 home loss to the Grizzlies on Saturday. Atlanta entered the game as +2 point underdogs and failed to cover the spread, losing by 16 points. The total score of 240 points exceeded the over/under line of 232.5.</p> <p>Memphis took control early with a 10-0 run, turning a 5-2 deficit into a 12-5 lead. The Hawks struggled in the first half, trailing 73-49 at the break. While they played the Grizzlies evenly in the 3rd quarter (27-27) and outscored them 36-28 in the 4th, it wasn’t enough to overcome the deficit.</p><p>De'Andre Hunter led the Hawks with 26 points in their 128-112 loss to the Grizzlies, shooting 64.3% from the field. Dyson Daniels added 15 points, hitting 3 threes at a 60% clip, while Jalen Johnson contributed 13 points and 11 rebounds despite shooting just 33.3%.</p> <p>As a team, the Hawks shot 48.8% from the field and made 14 threes, connecting at a 36.8% rate. Hunter scored 8 points in both the 3rd and 4th quarters, with Daniels also adding 8 points in the 3rd.</p><p>The Hawks’ defense struggled in the 1st quarter, giving up 43 points, and they couldn’t recover, allowing 128 points in a loss to the Grizzlies. Atlanta gave up 18 threes, with Memphis shooting 43% from beyond the arc.</p> <p>Atlanta sent Memphis to the line just 13 times, with the Grizzlies hitting 10 free throws. The Hawks grabbed 35 defensive rebounds, gave up 8 offensive boards, and recorded 11 steals and 6 blocks.</p>

<p>Looking to win big? The Gators and Tigers face off at 1:00 ET on ESPN. The Tigers are hosting the game at Bridgestone Arena in Nashville, TN. This Southeastern conference matchup has an over/under of 155.5 points, and Auburn is favored to win by -5.5 at home vs. Florida.</p><h3>FLORIDA GATORS VS AUBURN TIGERS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Auburn Tigers -5.5</p><p>This game will be played at Bridgestone Arena at 1:00 ET on Sunday, March 17th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE AUBURN TIGERS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 76-69 in favor of the Tigers.</li><li>Not only will Auburn pick up the win, but look for them to cover at -5.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 155.5 points, and we like the under with a projected 145 points.</li></ul><h3>Does Florida Have A Chance at Bridgestone Arena?</h3><p>Florida is 21-10 this season, including a 15-6 mark in the Southeastern Conference. The Gators have won four straight games and are 7-8 on the road this year. They have gone 4-6 in their last 10 road games.</p>

<p>As the underdog, Florida is 4-4 this season. The Gators' average scoring margin on the road is +0.4 points per game.</p><p>As the underdog, Florida has gone 5-3 vs. the spread this season and 16-18 overall. On the road, the Gators are 8-7 ATS this year and 6-4 in their last 10 games as the underdog.</p><p>Florida's over/under record for the season is 22-11-1 and today's line of 155.5 is lower than the average over/under line in their games (156.8). So far, 14 of their games have had lower over/under lines than today's line. Over their last three games, the average scoring total is 180 points and their over/under record in their last 10 games is 9-1.</p><p>Florida's offense is coming off a strong performance, scoring 95 points against Texas A&M. They had an overall field goal percentage of 49.1% and made 27/35 free throws. Walter Clayton Jr. is leading the team in scoring at 17.3 points per contest. Zyon Pullin has also been a key contributor with a PPG average of 15.6 going into the game.</p><p>As they prepare for the upcoming game, Florida is focused on shoring up their defense, as they are currently allowing an average of 78.6 points per game (323rd). In their most recent game, the Florida defense struggled to defend the three-point line, as Texas A&M knocked down 14 three-pointers on their way to 90 points.</p><h3>Will Auburn Pull Through as the Favored Home Team?</h3><p>At home this season, Auburn has been dominant with a record of 18-1 and an average scoring margin of +19.7 points per game. Over their last ten games at home, the Tigers are 9-1.</p>

<p>Overall, Auburn is 24-7 this season and they have won six straight games. They are 27-5 this season when favored.</p><p>As the favorite this season, Auburn has gone 21-11 vs. the spread. Over their last 10 games as the favorite, the Tigers are 6-4 ATS. At home, Auburn has an ATS record of 12-7 this year and they have gone 7-3 vs. the spread in their last 10 home games.</p><p>The over/under record for Auburn games this season is 14-20 and the average over/under line in their games is 150.1. Over their last three games, the average scoring total is 149 points and their OU record during this stretch is 1-2. On the year, 20 of their games have finished with more points than today's over/under line of 155.5.</p><p>In contrast to their season average of 83.2 points per game, the Auburn had a below average performance. They scored 73 points against Mississippi State and had a field goal percentage of 50%. In terms of three-point shooting, the Tigers offense has been good from outside, hitting 35% of their three-pointers on an average of 22.9 attempts per game. Their overall field goal percentage is currently 47%.</p><p>Currently, the Tigers' defense holds the 64th rank in the nation, allowing 67.7 points per game. Auburn's three-point defense is currently 45th in the country at 5.8 made threes per game. In terms of overall field goal percentage, opponets have hit 38.2% of their shots vs. Auburn.</p>

Florida Gators vs Auburn Tigers Betting Pick & Prediction 3/17/24

<p>Betting on today's Dukes and Jaguars game? Catch the action at Mitchell Center in Mobile, AL, as the Jaguars hosts this showdown at 2:00 ET on ESPN+. In this Sun Belt matchup, James Madison is favored bt -1.5 vs. South Alabama. The over/under for the game is 136.5 points.</p><h3>JAMES MADISON DUKES VS SOUTH ALABAMA JAGUARS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: South Alabama Jaguars +1.5</p><p>This game will be played at Mitchell Center at 2:00 ET on Saturday, December 21st.</p><h3>WHY BET THE SOUTH ALABAMA JAGUARS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 74-72 in favor of the Jaguars.</li><li>Not only will South Alabama pick up the win, but look for them to cover at +1.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 136.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 146 points.</li></ul><h3>Can the Dukes Offense Score Enough on the Road?</h3><h3>James Madison Dukes Recent Game/Games</h3> <p>The Dukes fell to 5-5 on the season after a 75-58 loss to Wake Forest on Tuesday. James Madison entered the game as +8 point underdogs and didn’t cover the spread. The total points for the game ended at 133, just under the O/U line of 135.5.</p> <p>James Madison led 32-31 at halftime, but they struggled in the 2nd half, scoring only 26 points while allowing 44.</p><p>James Madison struggled offensively in their last game, shooting just 37.9% from the field and finishing with an effective field goal percentage of 44.8%. They connected on 8 of 24 three-point attempts, shooting 33.3% from deep, and hit 6 of 9 free throws for a 66.7% rate.</p> <p>Hunter Sallis was a standout, scoring 27 points and grabbing 12 rebounds, shooting 60.0% from the field and 40.0% from three. Cameron Hildreth added 18 points, hitting 62.5% of his shots and 66.7% from beyond the arc.</p><p>James Madison's defense struggled in their last game, giving up 75 points on 50% shooting from the field. The Dukes allowed the opposing team to hit 63% of their two-point attempts, with 23 makes on 36 tries.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, James Madison held their opponent to 29% shooting, as they connected on 7 of 24 three-point attempts. The Dukes also sent them to the free-throw line 13 times, where they made 8, shooting 61%.</p><h3>Can the Jaguars Pull Out the Win as Home Underdogs?</h3><p>South Alabama's season record dropped to 6-4 after a 58-49 road loss to TCU on Monday. Despite being +12.5 point underdogs, the Jaguars kept the game closer than expected, covering the spread.</p> <p>Trailing 30-28 at halftime, South Alabama managed just 21 points in the 2nd half while allowing 28. The game’s total points of 107 fell well short of the 136.5 O/U line.</p><p>South Alabama struggled offensively in their last game, scoring just 49 points while shooting 33.3% from the field. Their effective field goal percentage was 39.2%, and they hit only 26.9% of their three-point attempts, going 7-for-26 from deep.</p> <p>Barry Dunning Jr. led the way with 17 points, shooting 50% from both the field and beyond the arc. Vasean Allette added 14 points, despite hitting just 1 of 5 from three, and Trazarien White contributed 13 points, shooting 2-for-9 from long range.</p><p>South Alabama's defense held their opponent to just 58 points, with a field goal percentage of 38% (21/55). They allowed 16 two-point baskets on 29 attempts, giving up a 55% shooting rate inside the arc.</p> <p>From three-point range, the Jaguars limited their opponent to 5/26 shooting, or 19%. They also sent them to the free-throw line 17 times, where they made 11 free throws, shooting 64%. South Alabama gave up 14 offensive rebounds.</p>

James Madison Dukes vs South Alabama Jaguars NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 12/21/24

<p>At 7:30 ET, the New York Knicks (-1044) will host the Toronto Raptors (+673) in a divisional matchup. The Knicks are currently favored by 13.5 points, while the over/under line is set at 227.5.</p>

<p>New York (18-10) has won three straight games and is currently 3rd in the Eastern Conference. Meanwhile, Toronto (7-22) has lost seven in a row and is 14th in the East.</p><h3>TORONTO RAPTORS VS NEW YORK KNICKS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Toronto Raptors +13.5</p><p>This game will be played at Madison Square Garden at 7:30 ET on Monday, December 23rd.</p><h3>WHY BET THE TORONTO RAPTORS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 136-135 in favor of the Knicks.</li><li>Our projections have Jalen Brunson finishing with 29 points, 3 rebounds and 7 assists.</li><li>From the field, we have the Knicks finishing with a field goal percentage of 48.1% and knocking down 16 threes.</li></ul><h3>Are Toronto Ready for a Road Win?</h3><p>The Raptors fell to 7-22 on the season after a 114-110 loss to the Rockets on Sunday. Despite being +9 point underdogs, Toronto kept it close at home, losing by just four points. The game’s total of 224 points narrowly exceeded the O/U line of 222.5.</p> <p>Toronto jumped out to a 25-13 lead with a 10-0 run and led 35-24 after the 1st quarter. However, Houston chipped away, winning the 2nd quarter 27-22 and the 3rd quarter 33-26. The Rockets edged the Raptors 30-27 in the 4th quarter to seal the win.</p><p>Ja'Kobe Walter led the Raptors with 27 points and 6 threes in their loss to the Rockets, hitting 54.5% from deep. He scored 14 points in the 1st quarter and added 9 more in the 4th. Chris Boucher and Ochai Agbaji each contributed 15 points, with Boucher scoring 10 in the 3rd quarter.</p> <p>Toronto made 17 threes, shooting 39.5% from beyond the arc and 45.7% overall. Gradey Dick added 14 points, scoring 5 in both the 1st and 4th quarters, while Jamal Shead and Jamison Battle each finished with 11 points.</p><p>Defensively, the Raptors held the Rockets to 114 points, allowing 24 in the 1st quarter and 27 in the 2nd. However, they gave up 33 points in the 3rd and 30 in the 4th.</p> <p>Toronto limited Houston’s three-point shooting, allowing just 7 threes on 25% shooting. The Raptors finished with 10 steals and 3 blocks.</p><h3>Can the Knicks Lock in a Home Win?</h3><p>The Knicks improved to 18-10 on the season with a 104-93 win over the Pelicans on Saturday. New York, favored by 8 points, covered the spread, while the game’s total of 197 points fell well short of the 223.5 O/U line.</p> <p>After a 10-0 run by the Pelicans in the 1st quarter, the Knicks responded by outscoring New Orleans 33-26 in the 3rd and 26-18 in the 4th to seal the win.</p><p>Jalen Brunson's 39-point performance, including 16 points in the 3rd quarter and 13 in the 4th, led the Knicks to a win over the Pelicans. He hit 7 threes at a 70% rate, finishing with a 68.4% overall shooting percentage.</p> <p>As a team, the Knicks made 15 threes, shooting 40.5% from beyond the arc, though their overall FG% was 43.7%. Mikal Bridges added 18 points, 8 of which came in the 4th quarter.</p><p>The Knicks put together a strong defensive performance on Saturday, holding the Pelicans to just 93 points. New York allowed 28 points in the 1st quarter but tightened up in the 2nd, giving up only 21 points. They allowed 26 points in the 3rd before finishing strong, holding New Orleans to 18 points in the 4th.</p> <p>Overall, the Knicks held the Pelicans to 41% shooting, including 35% from beyond the arc, where New Orleans made 12 threes. The Pelicans also went 13/19 from the free-throw line. Defensively, New York recorded 11 steals and 3 blocks.</p>

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<p>Looking to win big? The Sharks and Canucks face off at 9:00 ET on NBCS. The Canucks are hosting the game at Rogers Arena in Vancouver, BC. The over/under goal line for this matchup is currently at 6 goals, and the Canucks are favored by -1.5 vs. the Sharks.</p><h3>SAN JOSE SHARKS VS VANCOUVER CANUCKS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Vancouver Canucks -1.5</p><p>This game will be played at Rogers Arena at 9:00 ET on Monday, December 23rd.</p><h3>WHY BET THE VANCOUVER CANUCKS:</h3><ul><li>According to our analysis, we anticipate the Canucks to win this one with a projected score of 4-2.</li><li>Take the Canucks on the moneyline</li><li>The Canucks should also cover at -1.5</li></ul><h3>Can the Sharks Pull Out the Win as Road Underdogs?</h3><p>San Jose’s 3-2 loss to the Canucks dropped their record to 11-20-6 this season. The Sharks were underdogs on the puck line, and the total of 5 goals fell short of the 6.5 set before the game.</p> <p>The Sharks took a 1-0 lead in the second period, but the Canucks responded with three unanswered goals. San Jose managed to tie it up at 2-2 in the third, only to give up the game-winning goal with just 26 seconds left.</p><p>The Sharks fired 23 shots on goal in their 3-2 loss to the Canucks, with Nico Sturm netting his second goal of the season at 17:23 in the second period. Mikael Granlund followed with his sixth goal, scoring at 1:17 in the third period.</p> <p>San Jose had 16 giveaways and failed to convert on the power play. Tyler Toffoli picked up his fifth assist, while William Eklund added his seventh. Luke Kunin also contributed with his third assist of the season.</p><p>San Jose's defense gave up the game-winning goal with just 26 seconds left in the 3rd period, leading to a 3-2 loss to the Canucks. The Sharks had previously tied the game at 2-2 with 1:17 remaining. Mackenzie Blackwood finished with 25 saves and an 89.3% save percentage, while the Sharks' defense recorded 6 takeaways and 21 hits.</p><h3>Is It the Canucks Game to Lose at Home?</h3><p>Vancouver improved to 16-11-7 with a 3-2 road win over the Sharks. The Canucks were favored on the puck line, but failed to cover. The total was set at 6.5 goals, and the 5 combined goals fell short of that mark.</p> 

<p>After falling behind in the second period, Vancouver tied it up at 5:19. They took the lead at 15:38 in the third, but the Sharks responded with a goal at 18:43. The Canucks secured the win with just 26 seconds left in regulation.</p><p>Pius Suter led the way for the Canucks with two goals, bringing his season total to four. He found the net at 14:41 in the second period and then again with just 26 seconds left in the game. Jake DeBrusk added his first goal of the season, which came at 4:22 in the third period.</p> <p>Vancouver took 27 shots on goal but also had 25 giveaways. They were held scoreless in the first period before Suter got them on the board in the second.</p><p>Vancouver's defense gave up the first goal just 2:37 into the second period and also allowed a late equalizer at 18:43 in the third, but they held on for a 3-2 win. Kevin Lankinen made 21 saves with a 91.3% save percentage, while the defense recorded 5 takeaways and 24 hits.</p>

<p>Betting on today's Devils and Blue Jackets game? Catch the action at Nationwide Arena in Columbus, OH, as the Blue Jackets hosts this showdown at 7:00 ET on ESPN+. The Devils are favored by -1.5 in this Metropolitan division showdown. The game's over/under is currently at 6.5 goals.</p><h3>NEW JERSEY DEVILS VS COLUMBUS BLUE JACKETS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Columbus Blue Jackets +1.5</p><p>This game will be played at Nationwide Arena at 7:00 ET on Thursday, December 19th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE COLUMBUS BLUE JACKETS:</h3><ul><li>In spite of being 1.5 goal underdogs, we anticipate the Blue Jackets winning this one 4-3.</li><li>We like the Blue Jackets on the moneyline (+183)</li><li>The Blue Jackets are also our pick on the spread at +1.5</li></ul><h3>Can the Devils Pull Off a Win at Columbus?</h3><p>New Jersey’s record fell to 21-10-3 after a 3-0 road loss to the Flames. The Devils were favored on the puck line, but failed to cover. The total was set at 6.5 goals, and the combined score of 3 fell well short of that mark.</p> 

<p>The game was scoreless until the third period, when the Flames found the net at 14:26. They added two more goals, including one with 3:15 left, to seal the win.</p><p>New Jersey's offense struggled in their 3-0 loss to Calgary, managing 22 shots on goal but failing to find the back of the net. The Devils had 19 giveaways and were shut out for the first time this season.</p> <p>New Jersey was held scoreless through all three periods, including a 0-0 tie heading into the third. The Devils now have a 21-10-3 record after the loss.</p><p>Defensively, the Devils were solid through two periods, but they gave up three goals in the third, including an empty-netter. Jacob Markstrom made 29 saves with a 93.5% save percentage, while the defense added 5 takeaways and 22 hits.</p><h3>Does Columbus Stand a Chance at Home?</h3><p>Columbus fell to 12-15-5 after a 7-2 loss to the Capitals. The Blue Jackets, who were underdogs on the puck line, allowed the game’s first goal just 56 seconds into the first period and gave up five goals in total during the opening frame. The pre-game total was set at 6.5 goals, but the teams combined for 9.</p>

<p>Columbus didn’t score until 49 seconds into the second period, when Damon Severson found the net. They added another goal later in the period, but the Capitals had already scored six by that point. Kevin Labanc scored the Blue Jackets’ second goal, but the Capitals added one more in the third period to seal the win.</p><p>Columbus took 36 shots on goal but only found the net twice in their 7-2 loss to Washington. Damon Severson scored his 4th goal of the season, while Kevin Labanc added his 2nd.</p> <p>Sean Monahan picked up his 5th assist on Labanc’s goal, and Zach Aston-Reese recorded his 2nd assist. The Blue Jackets had 13 giveaways in the game.</p><p>Columbus's defense struggled early, giving up five goals in the first period, including the first at 19:04. They allowed two more in the 2nd and 3rd periods, leading to a 7-2 loss. Goalie Daniil Tarasov made 15 saves with a 68.2% save percentage.</p>

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<p>Making on a bet on this NCAA game featuring the Aggies versus the Bulldogs? Tip off is at at 6:00 ET, and you can watch it all unfold on SECN. The game will be played at Stegeman Coliseum in Athens, GA. Texas A&M is favored by -1.5 in this Southeastern conference showdown. The game's over/under is currently at 146.5 points.</p><h3>TEXAS A&M AGGIES VS GEORGIA BULLDOGS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Georgia Bulldogs +1.5</p><p>This game will be played at Stegeman Coliseum at 6:00 ET on Saturday, March 2nd.</p><h3>WHY BET THE GEORGIA BULLDOGS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 75-69 in favor of the Bulldogs.</li><li>Not only will Georgia pick up the win, but look for them to cover at +1.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 146.5 points, and we like the under with a projected 144 points.</li></ul><h3>Will Texas A&M Pull Through as the Favored Road Team?</h3><p>After a 70-68 loss to South Carolina, the Texas A&M Aggies will look to snap their five-game losing streak. On the road, the Aggies have gone 5-7 this season, compared to 10-6 at home.</p>

<p>So far, Texas A&M has been favored in 20 of their 28 games, going 12-8 in those matchups. This season, their average scoring margin on the road is -3.8 points per game.</p><p>As the favorite, Texas A&M has struggled against the spread this season, going just 7-13 vs. the spread. In their last three games as the favorite, the Aggies are 0-3 vs. the spread. On the road, Texas A&M is just 5-7 vs. the spread this year and their last 10 road ATS mark is 3-7.</p><p>So far this season, the over/under record for Texas A&M games is 16-12. Today's over/under line of 146.5 is higher than the average over/under line in their games this year (143.8). Over their last three games, their games have averaged 141 points compared to their season average of 143.4 points per game. So far, 18 of their games have finished with more points than today's over/under line of 146.5.</p><p>In their recent matchup, the Texas A&M offense ended with 68 points against South Carolina. They finished with an overall field goal percentage of 38.6% and made 2 threes. In terms of offense, the Aggies have a season-long field goal percentage of 39%, putting them 392nd in the NCAA. Regarding three-pointers, they are ranked 406th in percentage and 277th in three-pointers made.</p><p>The Aggies' defense is presently ranked 118th nationally, allowing an average of 70.4 points per contest. So far, the Texas A&M defense is giving up an average of 9.0 offensive rebounds per game and are turning teams over 9.4 times per game (384th).</p><h3>Can Georgia Secure a Home Victory?</h3><p>Georgia is 11-6 at home this season, but they have lost four straight games at home. Overall, the Bulldogs are 15-13, and they have a 5-10 record in Southeastern Conference play. Their last game was a 67-66 loss to LSU, and they have lost two straight games.</p>

<p>As the underdog, Georgia is 3-12 this season, and they are 12-1 when favored. So far, the Bulldogs have been favored in 13 of their 28 games. They have a 10-3 record in non-conference games, compared to a 4-7 record on the road.</p><p>Georgia has an overall ATS record of 15-12-1 this season. At home, they are just 7-9-1 vs. the spread. Over their last 10 games as the underdog, the Bulldogs are 6-4 ATS.</p><p>Today's over/under line of 146.5 is lower than the average over/under line in Georgia's games this season (149.8). So far, 14 of their games have finished with more points than today's line. Over their last three games, the over/under record is 1-2 with an average scoring total of 148 points.</p><p>The Georgia offense is coming off a game where they scored 66 points against LSU. They posted a field goal percentage of 37.3% and connected on 7 threes. Noah Thomasson is the current leading scorer for the team, with an average of 13 as they approach today's matchup. In addition, Jabri Abdur-Rahim brings a PPG average of 12.3 into the game.</p><p>At present, the Bulldogs' defense is nationally ranked 242nd, allowing 74.6 points per game. In their most recent game, the Georgia defense struggled to defend the three-point line, as LSU knocked down 9 three-pointers on their way to 67 points.</p>

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