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<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>

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<p>The Demon Deacons and Wolfpack are set to face off at 7:00 ET on ACCN. The Wolfpack will host the game at PNC Arena in Raleigh, NC. This Atlantic Coast conference matchup has an over/under of 149.5 points, and the Wolfpack are favored to win at home vs. the Demon Deacons.</p><h3>WAKE FOREST DEMON DEACONS VS NORTH CAROLINA STATE WOLFPACK BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: North Carolina State Wolfpack -1.5</p><p>This game will be played at PNC Arena at 7:00 ET on Tuesday, January 16th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE NORTH CAROLINA STATE WOLFPACK:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 75-68 in favor of the Wolfpack.</li><li>Not only will North Carolina State pick up the win, but look for them to cover at -1.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 149.5 points, and we like the under with a projected 143 points.</li></ul><h3>Does Wake Forest Have A Chance at PNC Arena?</h3><p>Wake Forest enters this game as a 1.5-point underdog, and they have gone 1-2 on the road this season. The Demon Deacons have gone 12-4 overall, including a 4-1 mark in Atlantic Coast Conference play.</p>

<p>Over their last 10 road games, Wake Forest has gone just 3-7, and they are coming off a 66-47 win over Virginia. On the season, they have gone 11-2 at home, compared to 1-2 on the road.</p><p>As the underdog this season, Wake Forest has an ATS record of 1-2 and an overall ATS mark of 9-6-1. Over their last 10 games as the underdog, the Demon Deacons are 4-6 vs. the spread. On the road, Wake Forest has an ATS record of 1-2 this year and over their last 10 road games, they are 4-5-1 vs. the spread.</p><p>Today's over/under line of 149.5 is higher than the average over/under line in Wake Forest's games this season (146.1). So far, the over/under record in their games is 9-7 and the average scoring total in their games this year is 150.2 points. Over their last three games, the over/under record is 2-1 with an average scoring total of 150 points.</p><p>Most recently, the Wake Forest offense finished with just 66 points vs. Virginia. For the game, they hit 10/21 three-point attempts and a field goal percentage of 50%. Leading Wake Forest in scoring vs. Virginia was Hunter Sallis with his 21 points. Kevin Miller also added 14 points for the Demon Deacons.</p><p>At present, the Demon Deacons' defense is nationally ranked 107th, allowing 69.3 points per game. In terms of field goal percentage allowed, Wake Forest's defense has allowed opponents to shoot 41.7% from the field, including a three-point shooting percentage allowed of 34.2% this season.</p><h3>Will the Wolfpack Make it Happen at Home?</h3><p>North Carolina State enters this game with a 12-4 record, including a 4-1 mark in Atlantic Coast Conference play. The Wolfpack have been a perfect 11-0 when favored this season, and they are favored by 1.5 points in this contest.</p>

<p>At home this year, North Carolina State has been dominant, going 8-1 with an average scoring margin of +16.1 points per game. Over their last 10 home games, the Wolfpack are 9-1.</p><p>As the favorite this season, North Carolina State has gone just 5-6 against the spread. At home, their ATS mark is 5-4 and over their last 10 games as the favorite, they are 5-5 vs. the spread.</p><p>Based on the over/under line of 149.5, this year's average over/under line in North Carolina State games is 146.2. So far, 12 of their games have had a lower over/under line than today's line. Over their last three games, the over/under record is 2-1 with an average scoring total of 143 points.</p><p>North Carolina State's offense is coming off a good game, putting up 89 points vs. Louisville. Overall, they hit 54.2% of their shots from the field and went 15/17 from the free-throw line. Leading the team in scoring is DJ Horne, who is averaging 14.7 heading into today's matchup. Additionally, D.J. Burns also maintains a PPG average of 12.6 heading into game.</p><p>At present, the Wolfpack's defense is nationally ranked 103rd, allowing 69.0 points per game. Against Louisville in their most recent game, the North Carolina State defense gave up a total of 83 points while allowing Louisville to hit 47% of their shots.</p>

Wake Forest Demon Deacons vs North Carolina State Wolfpack Betting Pick & Prediction 1/16/24

<p>Jacksonville State is the -4.5 point favorite as they host Western Kentucky in a week 15 matchup on Friday, December 6th, with a 7:00 ET kick-off at Burgess-Snow Field at JSU Stadium in Jacksonville. The game can be seen on CBSS. Both teams enter the game with 8-4 records. The money line odds are -189 for Jacksonville State and +155 for Western Kentucky, with the over/under line set at 57.5 points.</p><h3>WESTERN KENTUCKY HILLTOPPERS VS JACKSONVILLE STATE GAMECOCKS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Jacksonville State Gamecocks -4.5</p><p>This game will be played at Burgess-Snow Field at JSU Stadium at 7:00 ET on Friday, December 6th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE JACKSONVILLE STATE GAMECOCKS:</h3><ul><li>We have the Jacksonville State Gamecocks winning this one by a score of 28 to 23</li><li>Not only do we have the Jacksonville State Gamecocks winning straight-up, we have them covering the spread at -4.5</li><li>We see this game finishing below the line of 57.5 points</li></ul><h3>Will The Western Kentucky Hilltoppers Pull Off An Upset As Road Underdogs</h3><p>Western Kentucky heads into Week 15 with an 8-4 record, ranked 93rd in our power rankings. They have a 100% chance of being bowl-eligible and a 35.7% chance of winning the Conference USA title. The Hilltoppers are 3-1 at home and 3-3 on the road this season.</p> <p></p><p>Against the spread, Western Kentucky is 6-4, with a +4.5 average scoring margin. They’ve been favored in four games, going 2-2 ATS as the favorite and 4-2 as the underdog.</p> <p></p><p>Their over/under record stands at 5-5, with an average line of 55.7 points. This week’s line is set at 57.5 points, with seven games featuring higher totals and five games with more points than this week’s line.</p><p>Western Kentucky’s offense has been driven by their passing game, ranking 20th in the nation with 271.8 yards per game. They are 26th in completions, averaging 22.2 per game, and 33rd in passing attempts. Their quarterback, Caden Veltkamp, has thrown for 2,665 yards with a 67.2% completion rate, leading to 22 touchdowns. He has also thrown 10 interceptions and holds a passer rating of 102.</p> <p>Overall, Western Kentucky is averaging 26.7 points per game, placing them 58th nationally, and they are ranked 70th in our offensive power rankings. On third downs, they convert 42.3% of their attempts. Their run game has struggled, averaging just 120.8 yards per game. Elijah Young leads the team with 738 rushing yards. Kisean Johnson has 830 receiving yards and six touchdowns.</p><p>Western Kentucky's defense has allowed 22.2 points per game this season, ranking 33rd nationally. In their recent game, they gave up 17 points but allowed 229 rushing yards on 43 attempts. However, they held Jacksonville State to just 99 passing yards and forced an interception.</p> <p></p><p>Opponents have averaged 210.7 rushing yards per game against Western Kentucky, while the secondary has allowed 175.5 passing yards per game, the 21st-lowest in the country. Quarterbacks have completed 59.1% of their passes with a passer rating of 82.6 against the Hilltoppers.</p><h3>Are The Jacksonville State Gamecocks Going To Defend Home Field Advantage?</h3><p>Jacksonville State enters Week 15 with an 8-4 record, holding a 5-1 mark at home. They are projected to be bowl-eligible and have a 64.3% chance of winning Conference USA. The Gamecocks have been favored in seven games this season, going 5-2 as the favorite.</p><p></p><p>Jacksonville State’s ATS record stands at 5-4, with a 4-2 mark at home. They’ve covered the spread in four of seven games as the favorite, and their average scoring margin this season is +8.4 points per game.</p><p></p><p>The over/under line for this week is 57.5 points. Jacksonville State’s average over/under line is 58.7 points, and their games have averaged 62.4 points, with a 4-5 record against the over/under.</p><p>Jacksonville State’s offense has been dominant on the ground, ranking 2nd in the nation with 260.3 rushing yards per game, and they are 3rd in rushing attempts, averaging 45.6 per game. Tre Stewart has been the focal point, rushing for 1,400 yards and scoring 20 touchdowns while averaging 5 yards per carry. The Gamecocks are 17th in scoring, putting up 35.4 points per game, and we have them ranked 56th in our offensive power rankings heading into week 15.</p> <p>Quarterback Tyler Huff has thrown for 2,003 yards with a passer rating of 90, and he has 11 touchdowns to 6 interceptions. Jacksonville State is 103rd in passing attempts, averaging 22 per game, and 114th in passing yards, with 177.2 per game. Cam Vaughn leads the receiving corps with 529 yards and three touchdowns.</p><p>Jacksonville State's defense allowed 19 points in their recent game against Western Kentucky, giving up 426 total yards, including 321 passing yards. They also allowed 23 first downs but held Western Kentucky to 105 rushing yards on 35 attempts.</p> <p></p><p>On average, Jacksonville State's defense has allowed 27 points per game this season. Opponents have averaged 221.7 passing yards per game and 178.6 rushing yards. Quarterbacks have completed 58.4% of their passes against Jacksonville State’s defense.</p>

Western Kentucky Hilltoppers vs Jacksonville State Gamecocks Betting Pick & Prediction 12/6/24

<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>

Minnesota Timberwolves vs Atlanta Hawks 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>

Detroit Pistons vs Los Angeles Lakers Betting Pick & Prediction 12/23/24

<p>ABC is covering this week ten matchup between the Texas A&M Aggies and South Carolina Gamecocks, set to kick off at 7:30 ET from Williams-Brice Stadium in Columbia. The over/under line is at 44.5 points, and the Aggies are the -2.5-point favorites on the road. The Aggies come in with a 7-1 record, while the Gamecocks are 4-3 on the season.</p><h3>TEXAS A&M AGGIES VS SOUTH CAROLINA GAMECOCKS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: South Carolina Gamecocks +2.5</p><p>This game will be played at Williams-Brice Stadium at 7:30 ET on Saturday, November 2nd.</p><h3>WHY BET THE SOUTH CAROLINA GAMECOCKS:</h3><ul><li>We have the South Carolina Gamecocks winning this one by a score of 21 to 16</li><li>Not only do we have the South Carolina Gamecocks winning straight-up, we have them covering the spread at +2.5</li><li>We see this game finishing below the line of 44.5 points</li></ul><h3>Will The Texas A&M Aggies Pick Up A Win On The Road?</h3><p>Texas A&M enters Week 10 with a 7-1 record, ranked 12th in our power rankings. They have a 100% chance of being bowl-eligible and a 16.3% chance of winning the Southeastern. The Aggies are projected to make the playoff 47.3% of the time, which is the 13th best odds in the country.</p> <p></p><p>The Aggies have been favored in seven of their eight games this season, going 6-1 as the favorite. They are 4-1 at home and 2-0 on the road, with an average scoring margin of +13.9 points per game.</p> <p></p><p>Texas A&M’s over/under record is 4-3, with their games averaging 50.6 points. Their average over/under line is 50.1 points, and this week’s line is set at 44.5 points.</p><p>Texas A&M’s offense has been driven by their rushing attack, ranking 8th nationally with 222.6 yards per game. They are 10th in rushing attempts, averaging 40.9 per game. Le'Veon Moss leads the team with 757 yards, averaging 6 yards per carry, and has scored 10 touchdowns. Overall, the Aggies are 25th in our offensive power rankings and are scoring 32.2 points per game, placing them 32nd in the country.</p> <p>Quarterback Conner Weigman has thrown for 782 yards with three touchdowns and four interceptions. Texas A&M is 105th in passing yards per game. Weigman has a passer rating of 73, and the team ranks 79th in passer rating nationally. They are converting 45.1% of their third downs, which ranks 26th. Noah Thomas leads the receivers with 343 yards and three touchdowns.</p><p>Texas A&M's defense has been solid this season, ranking 20th nationally by allowing just 18.4 points per game. They’ve given up 105.9 rushing yards per game, which ranks 22nd, and 233.5 passing yards per game. Opposing quarterbacks have completed 54.1% of their passes against Texas A&M, posting a passer rating of 70.6, the 20th-lowest in the country.</p><p></p><p>In their recent game against LSU, Texas A&M’s defense allowed 23 points but forced three interceptions. They held LSU to just 35 rushing yards on 22 attempts, though they gave up 405 passing yards.</p><h3>Will The South Carolina Gamecocks Win At Home Over The Texas A&M Aggies?</h3><p>South Carolina enters Week 10 against Texas A&M with a 4-3 record, ranked 21st in our CFB power rankings. They have a 92% chance of reaching bowl eligibility but are out of the Southeastern title race. At home, the Gamecocks are 2-2, while they’ve gone 2-1 on the road this season.</p> <p></p><p>Against the spread, South Carolina is 5-2, with a perfect 3-0 record on the road and 2-2 at home. They’ve been favored in three games, going 2-1 ATS as the favorite and 3-1 as the underdog. Their average scoring margin this season is +9.9 points per game.</p> <p></p><p>The Gamecocks’ over/under record is 4-3, with their games averaging 47.3 points. Their average over/under line is 46.4 points, and this week’s line is set at 44.5 points.</p><p>South Carolina’s offense has been centered around their ground game, ranking 23rd nationally with 42.7 rushing attempts per game. They are averaging 164.4 rushing yards per game. Raheim Sanders leads the team with 426 rushing yards and six touchdowns, averaging 4 yards per carry. The Gamecocks are scoring 28.6 points per game, placing them 49th in the nation, and they are 81st in our offensive power rankings heading into week 10.</p> <p>Quarterback LaNorris Sellers has thrown for 968 yards, with five touchdowns and four interceptions, giving him a passer rating of 83. South Carolina ranks 117th in passing yards per game, averaging 186 yards. Their third-down conversion rate is 33%, which ranks 107th nationally. Mazeo Bennett Jr. leads the receiving corps with 270 yards and three touchdowns.</p><p>South Carolina’s defense has been strong this season, ranking 12th nationally by allowing just 18.7 points per game. In their recent game against Oklahoma, they gave up only 9 points, despite allowing 24 first downs. Oklahoma ran the ball 50 times for 147 yards and threw for 182 yards on 22 completions.</p><p></p><p>Opposing quarterbacks have a passer rating of just 62 against South Carolina, the 8th-lowest in the country, completing 54.3% of their passes. The Gamecocks’ defense is also ranked 26th against the run, giving up 110.1 rushing yards per game.</p>

Texas A&M Aggies vs South Carolina Gamecocks Betting Pick & Prediction 11/2/24

<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>

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<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>At 7:30 ET, Penn State and Boise State will face off at State Farm Stadium in Glendale, with ESPN handling the television broadcast. Penn State is the -10.5 point favorite in this College Football Playoff Quarterfinal at the Vrbo Fiesta Bowl. The over/under line is currently at 52 points. Penn State enters the game with a 12-2 record, while Boise State is 12-1 on the season.</p><h3>PENN STATE NITTANY LIONS VS BOISE STATE BRONCOS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Penn State Nittany Lions -10.5</p><p>This game will be played at State Farm Stadium at 7:30 ET on Tuesday, December 31st.</p><h3>WHY BET THE PENN STATE NITTANY LIONS:</h3><ul><li>We have the Penn State Nittany Lions winning this one by a score of 35 to 22</li><li>Not only do we have the Penn State Nittany Lions winning straight-up, we have them covering the spread at -10.5</li><li>Look for this game to go over the line of 52 points</li></ul><h3>Will The Penn State Nittany Lions Take Care Of Business As The Favorite?</h3><p>Penn State enters the Vrbo Fiesta Bowl with a 12-2 record, facing Boise State in the College Football Playoff Quarterfinal. The Nittany Lions have gone 7-1 at home and 4-1 on the road this season. They’ve been favored in 11 of their 14 games and are undefeated as the favorite, going 11-0.</p> <p></p><p>Against the spread, Penn State is 7-6, with a +18 average scoring margin. They are 3-2 ATS on the road and 4-4 at home. As the favorite, they’ve covered the spread in seven of 11 games, holding a 7-4 record.</p> <p></p><p>The over/under line for this week is set at 52 points. Penn State’s games have averaged a total of 49.9 points, with their over/under record at 5-8 this season.</p><p>Heading into week 1, Penn State’s offense ranks 5th in our offensive power rankings. They are averaging 33.9 points per game, placing them 21st nationally. Their run game has been a strength, with 202.6 rushing yards per game on 37.6 attempts, ranking 11th in both categories.</p> <p>Nicholas Singleton leads the rushing attack with 928 yards, averaging 6 yards per carry, and has scored 8 touchdowns. Quarterback Drew Allar has thrown for 3,021 yards, 21 touchdowns, and 7 interceptions, with a passer rating of 107.</p><p>Penn State's defense has been impressive this season, ranking 13th nationally by allowing just 15.9 points per game. They’ve also held opponents to 102.7 rushing yards per game, which is 13th fewest in the country, and 179.6 passing yards per game.</p> <p></p><p>In their recent game, a 38-10 win over SMU, Penn State’s defense allowed just 10 points and 58 rushing yards on 36 attempts. They also forced three interceptions while giving up 195 passing yards.</p><h3>Will Home Field Advantage Help The Boise State Broncos Upset The Penn State Nittany Lions?</h3><p>Boise State enters the College Football Playoff quarterfinal at the Vrbo Fiesta Bowl with a 12-1 record, going 6-0 at home and 5-1 on the road. They've been favored in 11 of their 13 games and are 11-0 as the favorite. The Broncos have an average scoring margin of +17.2 points per game this season.</p> <p></p><p>Against the spread, Boise State is 7-4-1, with a 4-2 record at home and 3-2-1 on the road. As the favorite, they are 6-4-1 ATS, and they’ve gone 1-0 ATS as the underdog.</p> <p></p><p>The over/under line for this week is 52 points, while Boise State’s games have averaged 61 points. Their over/under record is 6-6, with an average line of 60.4 points this season.</p><p>Boise State’s offense has been dominant on the ground, averaging 252.6 rushing yards per game, which ranks fourth in the nation. Ashton Jeanty has been the key player, rushing for 2,497 yards and scoring 29 touchdowns, averaging 7 yards per carry. The Broncos are also third in scoring, with 39.1 points per game, and they rank sixth in third-down conversions, converting 49.1% of their attempts.</p> <p></p><p>Quarterback Maddux Madsen has thrown for 2,714 yards with 22 touchdowns and just three interceptions, giving him a passer rating of 101. Boise State is ranked 10th in our offensive power rankings heading into their week 1 matchup against Penn State. Cameron Camper leads the receiving corps with 837 yards and four touchdowns.</p><p>Boise State's defense put together a strong performance in their recent game against UNLV, allowing just 7 points. They limited the Rebels to 12 first downs and 293 total yards, including 145 rushing yards on 38 attempts and 148 passing yards.</p> <p></p><p>On the season, Boise State's defense is ranked 35th nationally, giving up 21.9 points per game. They’ve allowed 246.8 passing yards per game, ranking 137th, and 115.5 rushing yards per game, which is 29th in the country.</p>

Penn State Nittany Lions vs Boise State Broncos Betting Pick & Prediction College Football Playoff Quarterfinal at the Vrbo Fiesta Bowl

<p>With the over/under line set at 42.5 points, the Chiefs and Steelers will face off on Wednesday, December 25th at 1:00 ET. The Chiefs are the road favorite with a money line of -146, while the Steelers' money line sits at +123. The game is being televised on NFLX, and the Chiefs are -2.5 point road favorites. Both teams need to add their records, and this AFC matchup is taking place at Acrisure Stadium in Pittsburgh, PA.</p><h3>KANSAS CITY CHIEFS VS PITTSBURGH STEELERS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Pittsburgh Steelers +2.5</p><p>This game will be played at Acrisure Stadium at 1:00 ET on Wednesday, December 25th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE PITTSBURGH STEELERS:</h3><ul><li>We have the Steelers winning this one by a score of 22 to 21</li><li>Not only do we have the Steelers winning straight-up, we have them covering the spread at +2.5</li><li>Look for this game to go over the line of 42.5 points</li></ul><h3>Will The Chiefs Pick Up A Win On The Road?</h3><p>With a 14-1 record, the Chiefs have a 100% chance of making the playoffs and winning the AFC West. They are on a 5-game winning streak, including a 27-19 win over the Texans in week 16. Kansas City was favored by 3 points and covered the spread, and the 46 points scored in the game went over the 42.5-point line.</p> <p>Heading into week 17, the Chiefs rank 6th in our NFL power rankings. They have an average scoring margin of +5.2 points per game and are 6-8-1 against the spread. Their O/U record is 7-8, with their games averaging 42.3 points per game.</p><p>Patrick Mahomes has been consistent over the last three weeks, with passer ratings of 88, 78, and 93 in week 16. Against the Texans, he threw for 260 yards (28/41) and a touchdown without an interception. Xavier Worthy led the team with 7 catches for 65 yards, while Kareem Hunt added 55 rushing yards on 11 carries.</p> <p>Heading into week 17, the Chiefs rank 8th in our offensive power rankings. They lead the NFL in 3rd-down conversion percentage (51%) and are 11th in points per game (23.7). Kansas City is 12th in passing yards per game (225.9) and 15th in rushing (112.9 yards per game).</p><p>In their 27-19 win over the Texans, the Chiefs' defense allowed just 84 rushing yards on 17 attempts. They picked off two passes and held Houston to 2-of-5 on fourth down attempts. The Chiefs gave up 227 yards through the air, with Houston completing 59% of their passes, and two passing touchdowns. Additionally, the Chiefs allowed the Texans to convert on 53.8% of their third down attempts.<p></p>Kansas City's defense put pressure on the quarterback throughout the game, finishing with two sacks and winning the QB hit and tackles for loss differentials. Despite allowing a couple of passing touchdowns, the Chiefs' defense played well enough to help secure the win.</p><h3>Will The Steelers Win At Home Over The Chiefs?</h3><p>Despite a two-game losing streak, the Steelers remain 1st in the AFC North with a 10-5 record. After a week 14 win over the Browns, Pittsburgh has dropped two straight, including a 34-17 loss to the Ravens in week 16. The Steelers were 7-point underdogs in that game, and the 51 points scored went over the 44-point line.</p> <p>According to our projections, Pittsburgh has a 47.4% chance of winning the division and a 100% chance of making the playoffs. They rank 12th in our NFL power rankings. The Steelers have a +3.6 scoring margin and are 10-5 against the spread this season. Their O/U record is 8-7, with their games averaging 43.5 points per game.</p><p>Heading into week 17, the Steelers sit 19th in our offensive power rankings, averaging 23.5 points per game, which ranks 12th in the league. They are 19th in total yards per game, with 324.9, and rank 25th in passing yards, averaging 198.9 per game on 28.7 attempts. On the ground, Pittsburgh is 2nd in rushing attempts and 11th in rushing yards per game, with 126.</p> <p>In week 16, Russell Wilson threw for 217 yards (22/33), with 2 touchdowns and 1 interception. Calvin Austin III led the team with 4 catches for 65 yards, while Jaylen Warren had 48 rushing yards on 12 carries. The Steelers scored 7 points in the 3rd quarter against the Ravens but were shut out in the 1st and 4th quarters.</p><p>The Steelers' defense struggled to stop the run in their 34-17 loss to the Ravens, giving up 220 yards on 38 attempts, which is 5.8 yards per attempt. Despite allowing just 198 passing yards, Pittsburgh gave up three passing touchdowns and allowed big plays in the passing game, with the Ravens averaging 8.6 yards per attempt.<p></p>Pittsburgh's defense managed only one sack and allowed the Ravens to convert on 40% of their third downs. The Steelers also struggled to generate consistent pressure, losing the quarterback hit differential by -6 and the tackles for loss differential by -2.</p>

Kansas City Chiefs vs Pittsburgh Steelers Betting Pick & Prediction 12/25/24

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

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

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

Eastern Illinois Panthers vs Little Rock Trojans NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 12/21/24

<p>Planning on watching today's Beavers and Golden Grizzlies game? Catch the action at Stan Sheriff Center in Honolulu, HI, as the Golden Grizzlies hosts this showdown at 8:00 ET on ESPN. Oregon State is favored by -12.5 in this non-conference showdown. The game's over/under is currently at 132.5 points.</p><h3>OREGON STATE BEAVERS VS OAKLAND GOLDEN GRIZZLIES BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Oakland Golden Grizzlies +12.5</p><p>This game will be played at Stan Sheriff Center at 8:00 ET on Monday, December 23rd.</p><h3>WHY BET THE OAKLAND GOLDEN GRIZZLIES:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 78-68 in favor of the Golden Grizzlies.</li><li>Not only will Oakland pick up the win, but look for them to cover at +12.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 132.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 146 points.</li></ul><h3>Do the Beavers Have What it Takes on the Road?</h3><p>Oregon State improved to 8-2 on the season with a 74-65 road win over Charleston on Sunday. The Beavers entered the game as 7-point favorites and covered the spread, while the total points of 139 fell just under the 140.5 O/U line.</p> <p>Oregon State led 35-26 at halftime and matched Charleston's 39 points in the 2nd half to secure the win.</p><p>Oregon State put up 74 points in their last game, shooting 46.9% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 53.1%. They hit 62.1% of their two-point attempts, but struggled from beyond the arc, connecting on just 25% of their threes (5/20).</p> <p>At the free-throw line, the Beavers were solid, making 23 of 29 attempts (79.3%). Michael Rataj and Damarco Minor each contributed 16 points, with Rataj also grabbing 12 rebounds. Parsa Fallah was efficient, hitting 6 of 7 shots for 14 points and adding 4 assists.</p><p>Oregon State's defense held their opponent to 65 points, with a strong effort limiting them to 36% shooting from the field. The Beavers gave up 21 made field goals on 58 attempts.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Oregon State's defense allowed 6 threes on 24 attempts, a 25% shooting rate. They also sent their opponent to the line 25 times, where they made 17 free throws.</p><h3>Can Oakland Pull Off a Home Win?</h3><h3>Oakland Golden Grizzlies Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Oakland improved to 3-7 on the season with a 72-71 win over Loyola Chicago on Sunday. The Golden Grizzlies were +7 point underdogs but not only pulled off the upset but also covered the spread.</p> 

<p>Oakland led 33-27 at halftime, but the Ramblers made a push in the 2nd half, outscoring Oakland 44-39. The game’s total points of 143 went over the 133.5 O/U line.</p><p>Oakland's offense put up 72 points in their last game, shooting 42.9% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 50.8%. They connected on 9 of 27 three-point attempts, hitting 33.3% from beyond the arc, and were nearly perfect from the free-throw line, making 9 of 10 attempts.</p> <p>Miles Rubin led the way with 21 points on 9 of 11 shooting, while Allen Mukeba, Malcolm Christie, and Sheldon Edwards Jr. each added 20 points. Christie and Edwards both hit 6 threes, with Edwards shooting 46.2% from deep. The Golden Grizzlies grabbed 15 offensive rebounds and finished with just 7 assists as a team.</p><p>Oakland's defense gave up 71 points while allowing their opponent to shoot 42% from the field, with 27 made baskets on 63 attempts. Inside the arc, they allowed 18 two-point field goals on 36 attempts, a 50% shooting rate.</p> <p>From three-point range, Oakland's defense conceded 9 threes on 27 attempts, a 33% success rate. They also sent their opponent to the free-throw line 10 times, where they converted 9 free throws, shooting 90%. Oakland allowed 15 offensive rebounds in the game.</p>

Oregon State Beavers vs Oakland Golden Grizzlies NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 12/23/24

<p>Looking to win big? The Canadiens and Penguins face off at 7:00 ET on SN PT. The Penguins are hosting the game at PPG Paints Arena in Pittsburgh, PA. The odds for this Eastern conference game currently have the Penguins as the -1.5 goal favorite with the over/under line sitting at 6 goals.</p><h3>MONTREAL CANADIENS 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 Thursday, February 22nd.</p><h3>WHY BET THE PITTSBURGH PENGUINS:</h3><ul><li>In spite of being 1.5 goal underdogs, we anticipate the Canadiens winning this one 4-3.</li><li>We like the Canadiens on the moneyline (+176)</li><li>The Canadiens are also our pick on the spread at +1.5</li></ul><h3>Are Montreal Ready for a Road Win?</h3><p><p>Heading into the game, Montreal is 14th in the Eastern Conference with 52 points and an overall record of 22-26-8. Against other Eastern Conference teams, they are 12-19 and 4-12 against teams in the Atlantic Division. Over their last ten games, the Canadiens have gone just 3-7 and have lost three straight games.</p>

<p>On the road this season, Montreal is 11-10-5 and has gone 18-25-8 as the underdog. Over their last five games, the Canadiens have gone 1-4 and are 0-3 in their last three games. As the underdog, Montreal has lost five straight games.</p></p><p>Montreal enters this game with a puck line record of 35-21 and a road puck line record of 17-9. On the year, the Canadiens have an average scoring margin of -0.8 goals per game and have won seven of their last ten games vs. the puck line.</p>

<p>So far this season, Montreal has been the underdog in all but five games and has a puck line record of 34-17 as the underdog. In their last three games, the Canadiens have gone 2-1 vs. the puck line and 2-3 in their last five road games.</p> <p>This season, Montreal's games have an average of 6.4 goals per game. The average over/under number for the season is 6.3. The Canadiens come in with an over/under performance of 29-26-1.</p><p>Montreal has a 1-2 record in their last three road games. In this stretch, they averaged 3 goals per game while allowing 4. The team also performed well vs the puck line at 2-1.</p><p>The Canadiens come into the game scoring an average of 2.8 goals per game, putting them 26th in the NHL. Regarding shots targeted at the goal per game, they are 27th in the league. Montreal's offense is currently ranked 18th in power play goals. When it comes to shorthanded goals, they are 16th in the league.</p><p>Montreal's current leading scorer is Nick Suzuki. This season, he has 20 goals, which puts him 44th in the NHL. In addition to his goal scoring, Suzuki has 33 assists this season.</p><p>The Penguins defense is currently 24th in goals allowed. Opponents are averaging 30.1 shots per game against Pittsburgh. In terms of shutouts, they come into the game ranked 1st with 7 shutouts.</p><p>Heading into this matchup vs. Pittsburgh, goalie Jake Allen has started 19 games in this season. His current record is 5-11, and his save percentage stands at 0.613%.</p><h3>Will the Penguins Win at Home?</h3><p><p>At home this season, the Penguins have gone 13-11-4, and they have dropped three straight games on their home ice. In the Eastern Conference, Pittsburgh is currently in 12th place and 7th in the Metropolitan Division. On the year, the Penguins have gone 24-22-8.</p>

<p>Over their last ten games, the Penguins have gone just 3-7, and they have lost two straight games as the favorite. Against other Eastern Conference teams, Pittsburgh is 12-18 for the year. In their last five games, the Penguins have gone just 1-4.</p></p><p>At home this season, the Penguins have an average scoring margin of +.2 goals per game, and their puck line record at home is 12-15. Overall, Pittsburgh's puck line record is 25-28, and their puck line losing streak is at two games.</p>

<p>In their last ten home games, the Penguins have gone just 3-7 against the puck line. So far, they have been the favorite in 35 of their games, and their puck line record as the favorite is 13-22. In their 42 games against Eastern Conference opponents, the Penguins have 17 wins by multiple goals.</p> <p>Games involving Pittsburgh have an average of 5.6 goals per game this season. Their average over/under line is 6.3. In terms of their over/under performance, the Penguins come in with a record of 19-31-3.</p><p>When looking at their past three road matchups, Montreal has an puck line record of 2-1 while averaging 3 per game. The team went 1-2 overall in these games.</p><p>In terms of their offensive performance, the Penguins are averaging 2.9 goals per game this season, putting them in the 27th spot in the NHL. When it comes to shots on goal per game, they are ranked 10th in the league. The Penguins went 16-14 in games where they had more shots than their opponents. However, in games with fewer shots on goal, their record was 7-8.</p><p>Pittsburgh will be looking for a good game from Sidney Crosby who leads the team in scoring with 31 goals, ranking 9th in the NHL. Crosby also comes into the game with 24 assists.</p><p>Defensively, the Penguins come into the season ranked 24th in goals allowed. Opponents are averaging 30.1 shots per game against Pittsburgh. For the season, they are ranked 1st in shutouts, coming in with 7 shutouts.</p><p>Goalie Tristan Jarry comes into the game having made 35 starts this season. So far, his record is 14-17 and he has a save percentage of 0.821%.</p>

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<p>Planning on watching today's Longhorns and Horned Frogs game? Catch the action at Ed and Rae Schollmaier Arena in Fort Worth, TX, as the Horned Frogs hosts this showdown at 2:00 ET on ESPN2. The over/under line for this matchup is currently at 149 points, and TCU is favored by -4.5 to win at home against Texas.</p><h3>TEXAS LONGHORNS VS TCU HORNED FROGS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: TCU Horned Frogs -4.5</p><p>This game will be played at Ed and Rae Schollmaier Arena at 2:00 ET on Saturday, February 3rd.</p><h3>WHY BET THE TCU HORNED FROGS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 76-68 in favor of the Horned Frogs.</li><li>Not only will TCU pick up the win, but look for them to cover at -4.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 149 points, and we like the under with a projected 144 points.</li></ul><h3>Can Texas Pull Off a Road Win?</h3><p>Through 21 games, Texas has a record of 14-7, including a 3-4 mark in Big 12 play. On the road, the Longhorns are 3-3, compared to 11-3 at home.</p>

<p>As an underdog this season, Texas is 2-3, and they come into this game as 4.5-point underdogs. In their last game, the Longhorns lost to BYU by a score of 84-72.</p><p>As the underdog, Texas has gone 2-3 vs. the spread this season and 5-5 in their last 10 games as the underdog. On the road, the Longhorns have an ATS mark of 2-4 this year and are 4-6 in their last 10 games vs. the spread away from home.</p><p>Today's over/under line of 149 is higher than the average over/under line in Texas' games this season (146.2). So far, 13 of their games have finished with fewer points than 149. Over their last three games, the average scoring total is 146 points.</p><p>In their latest game, Texas offense put up 72 points against BYU. They recorded an overall field goal percentage of 44.3% and made 8 threes. Max Abmas is leading the team in scoring at 17.7 points per contest. Tyrese Hunter has also been a key contributor with a PPG average of 11.1 going into the game.</p><p>At present, the Longhorns' defense is nationally ranked 90th, allowing 68.2 points per game. So far, the Texas defense is giving up an average of 8.2 offensive rebounds per game and are turning teams over 11.6 times per game (548th).</p><h3>Can TCU Lock in a Home Win?</h3><p>TCU is 16-5 on the season and has won two straight games. The Horned Frogs are 4-3 in Big 12 play and 12-2 in non-conference games. They are 10-3 at home this season, and their average scoring margin at home is +16.0 points per game.</p>

<p>So far, TCU has been the favorite in 17 of its 21 games, going 14-3 in those matchups. In their last game, the Horned Frogs defeated Texas Tech, 85-78. Over their last 10 games at home, they are 7-3.</p><p>As the favorite, TCU has gone 10-7 against the spread this season and they have an overall ATS record of 12-8. At home, the Horned Frogs are 7-6 ATS this year and they have gone 5-5 ATS in their last 10 home games.</p><p>So far this season, the over/under record for TCU's games is 11-9, which is right in line with today's line of 149. On average, their games have finished with 151.9 points per game. Today's OU line of 149 is similar to their average OU line of 149.4. Over their last three games, the over/under record is 2-1 with an average of 171 points.</p><p>In their latest game, TCU offense put up 85 points against Texas Tech. They recorded an overall field goal percentage of 43.1% and made 11 threes. In terms of offense, the Horned Frogs have a season-long field goal percentage of 48%, putting them 49th in the NCAA. Regarding three-pointers, they are ranked 143rd in percentage and 275th in three-pointers made.</p><p>Currently, the Horned Frogs' defense holds the 139th rank in the nation, allowing 70.9 points per game. On average, opposing teams are hitting 6.6 threes per game vs. Texas. This has come on three-point shooting percentage of 31.5%.</p>

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