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

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

<p>Making on a bet on this NCAA game featuring the Buckeyes versus the Wildcats? Tip off is at at 5:30 ET, and you can watch it all unfold on CBS. The game will be played at Madison Square Garden in New York, NY. This non-conference matchup has an over/under of 160.5 points, and Kentucky is favored by -8.5 vs. Ohio State.</p><h3>OHIO STATE BUCKEYES VS KENTUCKY WILDCATS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Ohio State Buckeyes +8.5</p><p>This game will be played at Madison Square Garden at 5:30 ET on Saturday, December 21st.</p><h3>WHY BET THE OHIO STATE BUCKEYES:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 75-73 in favor of the Wildcats.</li><li>Even though we have Kentucky winning straight-up, we like Ohio State at +8.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 160.5 points, and we like the under with a projected 148 points.</li></ul><h3>Will the Buckeyes Defense Show Up in New York?</h3><p>Ohio State improved to 7-4 on the season with a 95-73 win over Valparaiso on Tuesday. The Buckeyes, who were heavy favorites at -21, covered the spread in the victory.</p> <p>Ohio State led 41-30 at halftime and scored 54 points in the second half while allowing 43. The total points for the game reached 168, surpassing the O/U line of 149.5.</p><p>Ohio State put up 95 points in their last game, shooting 54.1% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 59%. They were dominant inside, hitting 64.3% of their two-point attempts, while struggling from beyond the arc, going 6-for-19 (31.6%). At the free-throw line, they were efficient, knocking down 23-of-27 for 85.2%.</p> <p>Devin Royal led the way with 31 points and 15 rebounds, shooting 68.8% from the field. All Wright added 22 points, and Bruce Thornton contributed 14 points and a team-high 6 assists. Evan Mahaffey was perfect from the field, making all 6 of his shots.</p><p>Ohio State's defense struggled in their last game, giving up 73 points on 54% shooting from the field. The Buckeyes allowed their opponents to hit 64% of their two-point attempts, with 27 makes on 42 tries.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Ohio State's defense held their opponents to 31% shooting, with 6 made threes on 19 attempts. The Buckeyes also sent their opponents to the free-throw line 27 times, where they converted 23 of those attempts for 85%.</p><h3>Is A Home Victory Likely for the Favored Wildcats?</h3><p>On Saturday, December 14th, the Wildcats improved to 10-1 on the season with a 93-85 home win over the Cardinals. Kentucky entered the game as -9.5 point favorites but didn’t cover the spread.</p> <p>Kentucky led 46-40 at halftime and scored 47 points in the 2nd half while allowing 45. The combined points of 178 exceeded the O/U line of 160.</p><p>Kentucky's offense was on fire in their last game, putting up 93 points with a field goal percentage of 58.2%. They were particularly deadly from beyond the arc, hitting 52.4% of their threes, and their effective field goal percentage was an impressive 69.1%.</p> <p>Lamont Butler was perfect from the field, going 10/10 overall and 6/6 from three, finishing with 33 points and 6 assists. Chucky Hepburn added 26 points and 5 assists, while Terrence Edwards Jr. contributed 23 points, hitting 5 of 7 threes.</p><p>Despite Kentucky's defensive efforts, they couldn't contain their opponents, giving up 85 points on 58% shooting. The Wildcats struggled to defend inside, allowing 61% shooting on two-point attempts.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Kentucky's defense allowed 11 threes on 52% shooting. They also sent their opponents to the line 28 times, where they hit 18 free throws.</p>

Ohio State Buckeyes vs Kentucky Wildcats NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 12/21/24

<p>The Islanders and Miners are set to face off at 9:00 ET on ESPN+. The Miners will host the game at Don Haskins Center in El Paso, TX. The over/under goal line for this matchup is currently at 145.5 points, and the Miners are favored to win at home against the Islanders.</p><h3>TEXAS A&M-CORPUS CHRISTI ISLANDERS VS UTEP MINERS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Texas A&M-Corpus Christi Islanders +14</p><p>This game will be played at Don Haskins Center at 9:00 ET on Wednesday, November 29th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE TEXAS A&M-CORPUS CHRISTI ISLANDERS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 77-67 in favor of the Miners.</li><li>Even though we have UTEP winning straight-up, we like Texas A&M-Corpus Christi at +14.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 145.5 points, and we like the under with a projected 144 points.</li></ul><h3>Do the Islanders Have a Shot at a Win at El Paso?</h3><p>Today, Texas A&M-Corpus Christi will play their fifth game of the season against UTEP. So far, they have yet to win a game, holding a 0-4 record. Looking at their performance in their last ten road games, Texas A&M-Corpus Christi has gone 5-5, dating back to last year. So far this season, Texas A&M-Corpus Christi has a 0-4 record vs. the spread. When playing on the road, they are 0-3 vs. the spread, but in their last ten road games, they have a solid 7-2-1 record.</p><p>In four games, Texas A&M-Corpus Christi comes in with an over/under mark of 1-3-0, with their games averaging 145.2 points per game. When analyzing the Islanders' last five games, they have produced a combined average of 71 points per game and an over/under record of 1-3.</p><p>Coming off their recent game, the Texas A&M-Corpus Christi offense tallied 68 points in a matchup against LIU. Their field goal percentage for the game was 35.9%, and they made 1 three. Dian Wright-Forde is the current leading scorer for the team, with an average of 10.2 as they approach today's matchup. In addition, Lance-Amir Paul brings a PPG average of 9.8 into the game.</p><p>At this time, the Islanders' defense is positioned 99th in the country, permitting 69.5 points per game. Texas A&M-Corpus Christi's three-point defense is currently 37th in the country at 5.5 made threes per game. In terms of overall field goal percentage, opponets have hit 39.8% of their shots vs. Texas A&M-Corpus Christi.</p><h3>Can UTEP Pull Off a Home Win?</h3><p>This is the 6th game of the season for UTEP, who comes into this game with a 3-2 record. In away games, they are 0-1 on the season, while they have a 3-1 record at home. Prior to today's game, UTEP has a 1-4 ATS record. Looking back at their previous ten games, including those from the previous season, UTEP has gone 2-5-1 against the spread.</p><p>So far, UTEP's games have averaged 136.4 points per game with the average over/under line being 139.9 points. In their most recent three games, the Miners' over/under record is 1-2, with their games averaging 68 points per game.</p><p>Compared to their season average of 83.4 points per game, UTEP struggled in their previous game. Against Loyola Marymount, the Miners scored 47 points while finishing with a field goal percentage of 30.2%. For the season, the UTEP offense has been one of the more efficient shooting teams in the NCAA with a field goal percentage of 49%. So far, they have hit 57% of their looks from inside the arc, and are averaging 5.4 made three's per contest.</p><p>At present, the Miners' defense is nationally ranked 95th, allowing 69.1 points per game. UTEP's three-point defense is currently 27th in the country at 4.9 made threes per game. In terms of overall field goal percentage, opponets have hit 36.8% of their shots vs. UTEP.</p>

Texas A&M-Corpus Christi Islanders vs UTEP Miners Betting Pick & Prediction 11/29/23

<p>The action at Belmont Park is not done yet, as the Bed O’ Roses Stakes is going to be run at this historic race track as well. This is going to be the 10th race out of 11 that are on the schedule, but it’s typically the one that attracts the most attention.&nbsp;</p>



<p>Older horses are going to be competing in this race, and it’s going to be more of a sprint as opposed to a long race. There are some great horses already confirmed to run in this race, but the final draw won’t happen until later in the week.&nbsp;</p>



<p>You will want to wait until the final odds come out before making your final picks, but there are some horses to look at this weekend. </p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading">A Couple of Big Names</h2>



<p>When trying to handicap a major horse race, you are always going to want to check out the horses that have had the best year up to this point. When the <a href="https://bangthebook.com/sportsbooks/betdsi" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">odds</a> come out it will be Flying Connection that ends up being the betting favorite to win this event. </p>



<p>Flying Connection has put together an impressive resume, and trainer Rob Atras has been working with his horse to have him ready for this event. While Flying Connection might be the favorite, keeping an eye on Nyquist Bay is going to be a good idea as well.&nbsp;</p>



<p>Nyquist bay has gone 7-2-2 through the first 15 races of his career, but he has been taking advantage of some fields that are a bit weak. It will be interesting to see Nyquist bay and Flying Connection battle it out on the race track, and they should be pushing each other to run fast. </p>



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<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Others in the Field</h2>



<p>There are some other interesting names set to compete this weekend, and it should lead to a terrific battle. The draw could determine how this race is won, but the best horses are going to get it done no matter what.&nbsp;</p>



<p>Apple Picker and Big Pond are two of the horses that have signed up to compete this weekend, and they could keep things interesting. Two other horses that should be in the running are Hot Fudge and Leave No Trace as they have had some success to begin the year.&nbsp;</p>



<p>There could always be some horses that drop out as well, and that will be something to consider.&nbsp;</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Flying Connection Gets it Done</h2>



<p>Even though all of the horses in this event are going to be good enough to come up with a win, it’s best to look at the <a href="https://bangthebook.com/sportsbooks/bookmaker" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">betting</a> favorites in this race. The odds are really going to be spread out after the top two horses, but you shouldn’t be tempted to go for the big win. </p>



<p>It’s going to be either Nyquist bay or Flying Connection that comes away with a win, and they are goign to separate from the pack. Taking Flying connection is going to be the right way to go as he will find a way to get through the rest of the field.</p>



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<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>Looking to win big? The Magic and Celtics face off at 3:00 ET on NBCS. The Celtics are hosting the game at TD Garden in Boston, MA. The over/under for this Eastern conference contest is set at 228 points, with the Celtics being the favored team playing at home against the Magic.</p><h3>ORLANDO MAGIC VS BOSTON CELTICS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Orlando Magic +8</p><p>This game will be played at TD Garden at 3:00 ET on Sunday, December 17th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE ORLANDO MAGIC:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 112-107 in favor of the Celtics.</li><li>Our projections have Jayson Tatum finishing with Jayson Tatum points, 5 rebounds and 4 assists.</li><li>From the field, we have the Celtics finishing with a field goal percentage of 49.4% and knocking down 16 threes.</li></ul><h3>Is a Win at Boston Possible for the Magic?</h3><p>In their last five games, the Magic are 2-3 and are 16-8 overall. When facing off against Eastern Conference opponents, the Magic are 11-5 compared to 5-3 in non-conference games.</p><p>Orlando has an overall ATS record of 17-7 for the season so far. In their last three games as underdogs, the Magic have faced ATS losses, and they have a 8-1 record against the spread as favorites.</p><p>The Magic's offense finished with 111 points in their previous game, mirroring their current average of 113.9 points per contest. Jalen Suggs led the team in scoring, putting up 19 points. Additionally, Cole Anthony contributed 17 points for the Magic.</p><p><p>At this time, the Magic's defense is positioned 4th in the NBA, permitting 109.7 points per game.</p><p>When it comes to defending inside the arc, the Magic squad is permitting opposing teams to shoot at a clip of 54.0% inside the arc, and they're also giving up 35.7% from downtown.</p></p><h3>Can The Celtics Secure a Home Victory?</h3><p>As the Celtics take on the Magic today, they are looking to stay above .500. With a record of 19-5, the Celtics are in 1st place in both the Eastern Conference and the Atlantic division.</p><p>Boston comes in with an overall ATS record of 10-12 so far this season. Boston has failed to cover the spread in five straight road games and are 2-8 ATS on the road compared to 8-4 at home.</p><p>The Celtics offense is coming off a game in which they scored 128 points vs. the Magic. Overall their field goal percentage was 52.2% while connecting on 18 threes. Jayson Tatum is currently the leading scorer for the team, entering today's matchup with an average of 27.5. Meanwhile, Jaylen Brown also brings a PPG average of 21.9 into the game.</p><p><p>This season, the Celtics defense has been impressive, holding the 3rd position in the league while permitting an average of 109.0 points per contest.</p><p>In terms of two point field goal attempts, the Celtics defense has allowed a shooting percentage of 50.3% while allowing 36.7% from downtown.</p></p>

Orlando Magic vs Boston Celtics Betting Pick & Prediction 12/17/23

<p>Making on a bet on this NCAA game featuring the Roos versus the Golden Eagles? Tip off is at at 3:00 ET, and you can watch it all unfold on Summ. The game will be played at Mabee Center in Tulsa, OK. This Summit conference matchup has an over/under of 142.5 points, and Oral Roberts is favored to win by -2.5 at home vs. Kansas City.</p><h3>KANSAS CITY ROOS VS ORAL ROBERTS GOLDEN EAGLES BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Oral Roberts Golden Eagles -2.5</p><p>This game will be played at Mabee Center at 3:00 ET on Sunday, March 3rd.</p><h3>WHY BET THE ORAL ROBERTS GOLDEN EAGLES:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 77-69 in favor of the Golden Eagles.</li><li>Not only will Oral Roberts pick up the win, but look for them to cover at -2.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 142.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 146 points.</li></ul><h3>Will Kansas City Secure A Victory as Road Underdogs?</h3><p>After starting the season with a 6-10 road record, Kansas City has won four straight games on the road. Overall, the Roos are 15-15 this season.</p>

<p>In the team's last game, they defeated Denver by a score of 84-69. Over the last 10 games, the Roos have gone 4-6.</p><p>As the underdog this season, Kansas City has an ATS record of 11-9. Their overall ATS record is 16-12. On the road, the Roos are 9-7 vs. the spread this year and they have gone 3-0 in their last three road games. Over their last 10 games as the underdog, Kansas City has an ATS mark of 7-3.</p><p>This season, the over/under record for Kansas City games is 13-12-3. So far, 14 of their games have finished with more points than today's line of 142.5. Over their last three games, the average scoring total is 144 points.</p><p>Kansas City's offense is coming off a strong performance vs. Denver, finishing the game with a total of 84 points. Their season average is now 72.3 points per game. Jamar Brown led the team in scoring, putting up 19 points. Additionally, Allen Mukeba Jr. contributed 15 points for the Roos.</p><p>The Roos' defense is presently ranked 115th nationally, allowing an average of 70.1 points per contest. Kansas City will look once again to perform well on defense, holding Denver to just 40% shooting in their most recent game.</p><h3>Will the Oral Roberts Defense Show Up at Home?</h3><p>Oral Roberts is 11-17 overall and 5-11 in Summit League games. They have lost seven straight games, including a 77-76 loss to South Dakota in their most recent game. At home, the Golden Eagles are 6-4 this season and have gone 6-4 in their last 10 games.</p>

<p>For the year, Oral Roberts has been the favorite in 12 games and has gone 5-7 in those matchups. They are favored by 2.5 points today, and they have gone 3-2 in their last five home games.</p><p>Oral Roberts has an ATS record of 11-15 this season and they are 4-8 vs. the spread when favored. Over their last 10 games as the favorite, the Golden Eagles have gone 4-6 ATS.</p><p>Oral Roberts' over/under record for the season sits at 12-14, and today's line of 142.5 is lower than the average over/under line in their games this year (150.3). Over their last three games, the average scoring total is 145 points, which is higher than today's over/under line.</p><p>In their latest game, Oral Roberts offense put up 76 points against South Dakota. They recorded an overall field goal percentage of 49.2% and made 7 threes. Offensively, the Golden Eagles hold a season-long field goal percentage of 44%, placing them 213rd in the national rankings. When it comes to three-pointers, they are ranked 80th in terms of percentage and 42nd in three-pointers made.</p><p>Coming into the game, Oral Roberts will be looking to improve their defense, as they are currently giving up 75.8 points per game (267th). In terms of field goal percentage allowed, Oral Roberts' defense has allowed opponents to shoot 39.7% from the field, including a three-point shooting percentage allowed of 31.9% this season.</p>

Kansas City Roos vs Oral Roberts Golden Eagles Betting Pick & Prediction 3/3/24

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

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

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

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

<p>The Pittsburgh Pirates and the St. Louis Cardinals get back to playing against National League competition as these NL Central squads pair up at Busch Stadium on Thursday night. The Pirates just got done playing the White Sox in interleague play and the Cardinals wrapped up a set against the Detroit Tigers.</p>



<p>The Cardinals are favored in the -150 range at <a href="http://bangthebook.com/sportsbooks/us/">Bookmaker Sportsbook</a> with a total of 9 for this series lid-lifter to kick off the four-game set. Chad Kuhl will go for the Pirates and the Redbirds will roll with Carlos Martinez in hopes of getting back on track after falling two games under .500 for the first time since April 21.</p>



<h2 id="h-pittsburgh-pirates"><strong><u>Pittsburgh Pirates</u></strong></h2>



<p>It looks to be a long, grueling rebuild in the Steel City. The Pirates don’t have a ton of high-end prospects in the system, as some weak drafts and a key graduation to the big leagues have the system looking pretty bare. Ke’Bryan Hayes looks to be a legit big leaguer, but it will be a long waiting game for guys like Quinn Priester, Liover Peguero, and Oneil Cruz.</p>



<p>The Pirates are last in most offensive categories this season. They entered play on Wednesday last in slugging percentage and wOBA and didn’t do much against Dylan Cease and the White Sox bullpen to improve upon those numbers. The Pirates have only hit 52 home runs in 72 games. That simply won’t get it done. Not in today’s MLB.</p>



<p>PNC Park is pretty widely known as a bad offensive park, though a bad offense will also make for a bad offensive park. Well, the road hasn’t been any kinder to the Pirates, who are actually worse offensively across the board away from home. That would seem to be bad going to Busch Stadium, another park that suppresses offense. When your claim to fame on the road is “only better than the Rockies”, that is not good.</p>



<p>You automatically think the worst when a starting pitcher was part of an 11-10 game, but it wasn’t Chad Kuhl’s fault. Kuhl, who has a 5.66 ERA with a 5.88 FIP in his 35 innings of work, only allowed one run on four hits over his six innings. It was the Pirates bullpen, a group that has seen some big spin rate decreases since the foreign substance crackdown, that had a major meltdown.</p>



<p>There is a stat at FanGraphs called Game Score Version 2. The baseline for an average start is a Game Score of 50. Kuhl only has two “above average” starts on the season, but his last one was his best one. I guess that says something about the Indians offense. He’s walked 22 and struck out 27 in 35 innings.</p>



<h2 id="h-st-louis-cardinals"><strong><u>St. Louis Cardinals</u></strong></h2>



<p>The Cardinals fell to 6-14 in the month of June with their loss to the Tigers on Wednesday. They’ve now been outscored 100-58 in the month. It has been as ugly as it seems. The loss of Jack Flaherty to injury seems to have reverberated across the rest of the roster, as the Cardinals have scored fewer than three runs per game and have given up five runs per game. Nothing seems to be going right for this team and there appear to be a lot of guys playing hurt, physically or mentally.</p>



<p>Carlos Martinez does not seem healthy. The 29-year-old right-hander has a 6.62 ERA with a 4.51 FIP in his 68 innings of work. Martinez will make his 14th start here in hopes of improving upon a ghastly 55% LOB%. Martinez has not been able to get out of innings and it has driven up his ERA in a big way.</p>



<p>He hasn’t given himself much margin for error with a 15.6% K% on the season. He’s also allowed a career-worst Hard Hit% of 44.7%. C-Mart has also had issues maintaining his velocity throughout some of his starts this season. The command and control have both been poor and he is showing the Cardinals that maybe he’d be better back in a relief capacity.</p>



<p>Martinez and the pitchers are hardly the only issues. St. Louis has been freefalling on offense. The Cardinals went into Wednesday’s game ranked 27th in wOBA and didn’t do much to fix that. The idea of having Nolan Arenado and Paul Goldschmidt and still being a bottom-five offense is ludicrous, but it is also a reality.</p>



<p>Over the last 30 days, the Cardinals have the worst offense in baseball by wOBA and the third-worst by wRC+. Busch Stadium doesn’t help, but the problems run a lot deeper than that.</p>



<h2 id="h-pirates-vs-cardinals-free-pick"><strong><u>Pirates vs. Cardinals Free Pick</u></strong></h2>



<p><br>So how do we possibly pick something in this game? The Pirates are awful. The Cardinals are playing at a Pirates-esque level of late. We have a total of 8.5 in a dreadful hitter’s park. What do we do? Well, the Pirates are at least battling right now. The Cardinals have just rolled over and died it seems. With that in mind, how about we give the Pirates a look tonight?</p>



<p><strong>Pick: Pittsburgh Pirates</strong></p>

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<p>At 6:00 ET, the Sacramento Kings (-217) will host the Los Angeles Lakers (+180) in a Western Pacific divisional matchup. The Kings (-6) are favored at home over the Lakers, and the over/under line is set at 227.5.</p>

<p>Los Angeles is currently 7th in the Western Conference with a record of 15-12. They have won two straight games coming into tonight's matchup. Sacramento is 12th in the West with a record of 13-15 and have lost their last two games.</p><h3>LOS ANGELES LAKERS VS SACRAMENTO KINGS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Sacramento Kings -6</p><p>This game will be played at Golden 1 Center at 6:00 ET on Saturday, December 21st.</p><h3>WHY BET THE SACRAMENTO KINGS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 137-123 in favor of the Kings.</li><li>Our projections have De'Aaron Fox finishing with 25 points, 5 rebounds and 6 assists.</li><li>From the field, we have the Kings finishing with a field goal percentage of 47.2% and knocking down 15 threes.</li></ul><h3>Will the Lakers Win in Sacramento?</h3><p>The Lakers improved to 15-12 on the season with a 113-100 win over the Kings on Thursday. Entering the game as +4.5 point underdogs, Los Angeles not only won but covered the spread. The total score of 213 points fell short of the 229.5-point line.</p> <p>A key moment came when the Lakers went on an 11-0 run, turning a 25-19 deficit into a 30-25 lead. After a 30-25 2nd quarter in favor of the Kings, the Lakers tightened up defensively, winning the 3rd quarter 24-22 and closing out the game by outscoring Sacramento 27-20 in the 4th.</p><p>Austin Reaves led the Lakers to a win over the Kings with 25 points, 6 rebounds, and 5 assists, shooting 50% from the field and hitting 3 threes at 42.9%. Anthony Davis added 21 points and 19 rebounds, despite shooting just 35%, while LeBron James contributed 19 points and 7 assists, shooting 38.1%.</p> <p>The Lakers shot 40.4% as a team, making 12 threes at a 36.4% clip. Reaves and Davis each scored 8 points in the 4th quarter, with Reaves also adding 8 in the 1st.</p><p>The Lakers' defense tightened up in the 2nd half, allowing just 42 points in the 3rd and 4th quarters to secure a 113-100 win over the Kings. Despite giving up 30 points in the 2nd quarter, they held Sacramento to 22 points in the 3rd and 20 in the 4th.</p> <p>Los Angeles limited the Kings to 11 made threes on 37% shooting from deep. The Lakers also sent Sacramento to the line 22 times, where they made 15 free throws. Defensively, the Lakers grabbed 39 rebounds, allowing just 4 offensive boards, while adding 8 steals and 10 blocks.</p><h3>Does Sacramento Have What it Takes to Win as Home Favorites?</h3><p>The Kings fell to 13-15 on the season after a 113-100 home loss to the Lakers on Thursday. Sacramento, favored by 4.5 points, not only lost but also failed to cover the spread. The total score of 213 points was well below the 229.5-point line.</p> <p>After the Lakers went on an 11-0 run early, the Kings fought back in the 2nd quarter, outscoring L.A. 30-25. However, Sacramento couldn't close the gap, as they were down 86-80 going into the 4th quarter and were outscored 27-20 in the final period.</p><p>De'Aaron Fox led the Kings with 26 points and 5 assists in their 113-100 loss to the Lakers, shooting 41.2% from the field and hitting 2 threes at 40%. Fox scored 11 points in the 4th quarter, while Malik Monk added 12 of his 17 points in the 2nd quarter, finishing with 3 made threes at 30% efficiency.</p> <p>Domantas Sabonis contributed 18 points and 12 rebounds, shooting 61.5% from the field. The Kings made 11 threes, shooting 37.9% from deep, with a 45.1% overall field goal percentage.</p><p>Despite a strong defensive effort in the 2nd and 3rd quarters, the Kings couldn’t overcome a rough 1st quarter, where they allowed 37 points, leading to a 113-100 loss to the Lakers. Sacramento held Los Angeles to 40% shooting overall.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, the Kings gave up 12 threes on 36% shooting. They also sent the Lakers to the line 30 times, with Los Angeles converting 25 free throws. Sacramento finished with 7 steals and 6 blocks.</p>

Los Angeles Lakers vs Sacramento Kings Betting Pick & Prediction 12/21/24

<p>Don't miss out on the NCAA showdown between the Crimson Tide and Tar Heels. The game is starting at 9:39 ET on CBS, and it's hosted by the Tar Heels at Crypto.com Arena in Los Angeles, CA. Get ready to place your bets! The odds for this non-conference game currently have North Carolina as the -4.5 favorite, with the over/under line sitting at 173.5 points.</p><h3>ALABAMA CRIMSON TIDE VS NORTH CAROLINA TAR HEELS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: North Carolina Tar Heels -4.5</p><p>This game will be played at Crypto.com Arena at 9:39 ET on Thursday, March 28th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE NORTH CAROLINA TAR HEELS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 79-66 in favor of the Tar Heels.</li><li>Not only will North Carolina pick up the win, but look for them to cover at -4.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 173.5 points, and we like the under with a projected 145 points.</li></ul><h3>Can Alabama Deliver Being Underdogs on the Road?</h3><p>Alabama comes into their 35th game of the season with a 23-11 overall record. In away games, the Crimson Tide are 7-8, while at home they have a 16-4 record. Thus far, Alabama has been successful against the spread, boasting a record above .500 at 19-16. In their last ten games this season, Alabama has gone 2-3 vs. the spread.</p><p>Alabama's games have, on average, featured 172.2 points per game leading to an over/under record of 26-9-0. Their average over/under line is currently 164.1 points so far. The Crimson Tide have an over/under record of 2-1 in their last three games, with their games averaging 175 points per game.</p><p>The Alabama offense is coming off a game in which they scored 72 points vs. Grand Canyon. Overall their field goal percentage was 36.9% while connecting on 8 threes. Mark Sears led the scoring for the Crimson Tide, contributing 26 points. Additionally, Rylan Griffen chipped in with 13 points.</p><p>Coming into today's game, the Alabama defense is giving up an average of 81.5 points per contest. In their previous game vs. Grand Canyon, the Antelopes finished with a field goal percentage of 36% and a total of 61 points vs. Alabama.</p><h3>Will North Carolina Make it Happen at Home?</h3><p>After participating in 36 games, North Carolina comes in with a 29-7 overall record. They have a 9-4 record on the road this season and a 21-3 record overall. As of today's game, North Carolina holds a 21-16 ATS record. Over their last five games, the team has gone 3-2 vs. the spread.</p><p>North Carolina comes in with an over/under record of 19-18-0 through 36 games, with their games averaging a combined 151.4 points per game so far. Looking at the Tar Heels' last three games, their over/under record is 3-0 with their games averaging 154 points per game.</p><p>In their previous game, the Tar Heels' offense finished with 85 points, which is right in line with their current average of 81.5 points per contest. The team's scoring leader is RJ Davis, who holds an average of 21.4 as they head into today's matchup. Additionally, Armando Bacot is averaging 14.1 points per game this season.</p><p>The Tar Heels' defense is presently ranked 112nd nationally, allowing an average of 69.8 points per contest. So far, the North Carolina defense is giving up an average of 7.4 offensive rebounds per game and are turning teams over 9.9 times per game (401st).</p>

Alabama Crimson Tide vs North Carolina Tar Heels NCAA Tournament Sweet 16 Betting Pick & Prediction 3/28/24

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

DePaul Blue Demons vs Northwestern Wildcats NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 12/21/24

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

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

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

Mount St. Mary's Mountaineers vs Miami Hurricanes NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 12/21/24

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.
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Knowing where to bet on the NHL is going to be extremely important if you are planning on betting on this league. With that in mind, here are six of the best NHL sportsbooks that you can find.

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<strong>Reverse Line Movement</strong> - If you've heard the term but don't know what it's referencing, then in a few hundred words you will. Remember, there are no stupid questions, only stupid answers. So, here we go.

These days there are any number of sites that publish the ticket count for games, which is exactly what it says, ticket count. Specifically, the number of bets on the game and <a href="http://bangthebook.com/fading-betting-public-perceptions-realities/"><strong>betting consensus</strong></a>. Often times you will see cases where there are far more tickets on one team than the other, and yet the line is moving away from the team with more bets. That means there is more MONEY on the team with less tickets.

Here's an the rotation for May 15th.

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The column marked "spread" is the run line, and obviously the <a href="http://bangthebook.com/value-betting-mlb-baseball-run-line/"><strong>ML column reflects the money line</strong></a>. I don't think I need to explain "total." As you can see, the Astros are attracting 73% of the ML tickets, and yet after opening at -118 they are down to -109. The same can be said for Toronto, grabbing 87% of the tickets yet moving down to -131. Quite simply, that is RLM.

However, there's more to it. First of all there are only 1086 tickets on the Houston game, which isn't much. For comparison's sake an NFL game will have tens of thousands of tickets on it. You've also got to factor in the time of day, since often times a syndicate will move a line one way, knowing they want to come back and take the other side at a better number. That's more common than you might think.

Since there are multiple sites with bet percentages, you'll often see different numbers on the same game. You might ask how is that possible, and I'll give you the answer. Most sites have affiliations with a specific set of sportsbooks, so they'll get different numbers. Each cross-section of <a href="http://bangthebook.com/sportsbooks/us/"><strong>sportsbooks</strong></a> might be different. So, if you're going to use these numbers it's advisable to use the same site over and over, because over time you will see patterns, and that's what we're looking for.

I get asked fairly often how many tickets is enough to make a judgment call, and the answer is always different. Obviously in baseball there are going to be less tickets, so the baseline will differ. The time of day matters, so you've got to "take readings" at similar times.

As I spoke about earlier, it's not uncommon for a service to give out the team with the reverse line movement in their favor, and typically late in the day. Actually, it's quite common. You don't need a service to tell you that. More importantly, if you're late to the party you are just not (ever) going to get the best number. That doesn't mean we shouldn't bet the game.

If you're going to use this method on your own, you've got to do one of two things. Either develop yourself a baseline of parameters as to what is and what is not a bet, or alternatively bet them all. The reason for betting them all is that there is no way you (or anyone, for that matter) can truly tell you what is and what is not sharp money every single time. You're using a system is all.

It can work, but don't be fooled by people telling you they are truly handicapping a game when they're giving these picks out an hour before first pitch. To be brutally honest, I'll follow some of them myself, but I'll make it clear that that's what we're doing, because many recreational bettors don't even have the time to look themselves.

Dave Essler is a handicapper from Pregame, featured on ESPN, Fox Sports, CNN, &amp; more.
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Reverse Line Movement Betting Strategy

<p>Planning on watching today's Red Wings and Canadiens game? Catch the action at Bell Centre in Montreal, QC, as the Canadiens hosts this showdown at 7:00 ET on NHLN. The Red Wings come into this Atlantic division matchup as the -1.5 goal favorite to pick up the win. Currently, the over/under for the game is at 6 goals.</p><h3>DETROIT RED WINGS VS MONTREAL CANADIENS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Montreal Canadiens +1.5</p><p>This game will be played at Bell Centre at 7:00 ET on Saturday, December 21st.</p><h3>WHY BET THE MONTREAL CANADIENS:</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 (-103)</li><li>The Canadiens are also our pick on the spread at +1.5</li></ul><h3>Are the Red Wings Ready for a Win at Montreal?</h3><p>Detroit improved to 13-15-4 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 combined score of 3 fell well short of that mark.</p> <p>Buffalo scored first, but Detroit responded with two goals in the second period to secure the win. Both of the Red Wings’ goals came on the power play, courtesy of Dylan Larkin.</p><p>Detroit's offense was held scoreless until the second period, when Dylan Larkin netted his 6th and 7th goals of the season, both on power plays. The Red Wings took 23 shots on goal but also had 15 giveaways.</p> <p>Patrick Kane picked up his 6th assist on Larkin's first goal, while Alex DeBrincat added his 4th assist. Lucas Raymond notched his 10th assist on Larkin’s second goal.</p><p>Defensively, the Red Wings gave up the first goal of the game at 11:39 in the first period, but they locked things down from there, not allowing another goal. Cam Talbot finished with 31 saves and a 96.9% save percentage. Detroit's defense also recorded 4 takeaways and 11 hits.</p><h3>Can the Canadiens Pull Out the Win as Home Underdogs?</h3><p>Montreal’s 3-1 loss to the Penguins dropped their record to 13-16-3. The Canadiens were underdogs on the puck line, and the total was set at 6.5 goals, but the combined score of 4 fell short of that mark.</p> 

<p>After falling behind 2-0, Christian Dvorak scored Montreal’s only goal at 14:28 in the third period. The Penguins sealed the game with an empty-net goal at 19:15 in the final period.</p><p>Montreal's offense managed 26 shots on goal but only found the net once in their 3-1 loss to Pittsburgh. Christian Dvorak scored his first goal of the season, coming 5:32 into the third period. Emil Heineman picked up his first assist, while Juraj Slafkovsky added his seventh.</p> <p>The Canadiens were held scoreless through the first two periods and struggled with 20 giveaways. They failed to capitalize on any power play opportunities and did not score on an empty net.</p><p>Montreal's defense gave up the first two goals of the game, with both coming from Sidney Crosby. The first was at 15:57 in the first period, and the second was a power-play goal at 18:40 in the second. After the Canadiens made it 2-1 in the third, they allowed an empty-netter with 45 seconds left, leading to a 3-1 loss. Sam Montembeault made 21 saves with a 91.3% save percentage, while the defense added 4 takeaways and 28 hits.</p>

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

<p>Ryan Hartman opened the scoring for the Wild at 9:41 in the first period, but the Maple Leafs tied it up with just 52 seconds left in the period. Matt Boldy netted the game-winner at 2:14 in overtime.</p><p>Ryan Hartman netted his third goal of the season, scoring 9:41 into the first period. Matt Boldy followed with his sixth goal, which came 2:14 into overtime to secure the win. Jared Spurgeon contributed with two assists, bringing his season total to three.</p> <p>The Wild fired 33 shots on goal but were held scoreless in the second and third periods. They finished with 15 giveaways and were unable to convert on any power play opportunities.</p><p>Defensively, the Wild will look to build off their last performance, where they gave up just one goal to Toronto. Filip Gustavsson recorded 27 saves with a 96.4% save percentage, and the defense added 7 takeaways and 22 hits. The only goal they allowed came on a Maple Leafs power play late in the first period.</p><h3>Can the Jets Deliver Being Favored at Home?</h3><p>With a 7-4 win over the Lightning, the Jets improved to 23-10-1. Winnipeg covered the puck line as -1.5 goal favorites, and the total of 11 goals easily surpassed the pre-game line of 6.5.</p> 

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

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

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

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

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Another round of tidings and joy have come our way with the 2019 bowl schedule. There are a lot of games and a lot of things to consider, ranging from motivation to the matchups to the statistical profiles of the teams to the strength of sched...

Look, take our word for it. There is a lot that goes into a bowl handicap. In the interest of lead time, we worked hard to get our bowl previews out early in the process. Players will declare for the NFL Draft. Coaches and coordinators will be getting hired to new locations. Players will get suspended. Lines will move. It is a very fluid time of year, but we wanted to get our previews out to you in a timely manner.

I'll update this as previews continue to get posted, but the games from December 20 through December 28, including the CFP semifinals, are posted at present and more are coming very shortly.

Watch the line movements. They can tell us a lot. There are some shenanigans at this time of the year, as sharp bettors will massage these lines with some lower-limit bets and then come back later in the process with some bigger bets at better numbers. Power ratings and statistical deep dives are a good idea, but you never want to forget about the mindset of a team going into a bowl game. Motivation can be a great equalizer at this time of the year because some teams want to be there and others are less enthused about where they are.

Keep it right here at BangTheBook.com, where we'll have a lot of really good bowl content, including these previews and a whole lot of other opinions and takes to help you bang the books this bowl season.

Good luck and enjoy the games!
<div><strong>Friday, Dec 20, 2019</strong></div>
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<th>Location</th>
<th>Time (ET) / TV</th>
<th>Preview</th>
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<td><strong>Makers Wanted Bahamas Bowl</strong>
Buffalo vs. Charlotte</td>
<td>Thomas Robinson Stadium
Nassau, Bahamas</td>
<td>2:00pm ET
ESPN</td>
<td><strong><a href="http://bangthebook.com/bahamas-bowl/">Preview</a></strong></td>
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<td><strong>Tropical Smoothie Café Frisco Bowl</strong>
Utah State vs. Kent State</td>
<td>Toyota Stadium
Frisco, TX</td>
<td>7:30pm ET
ESPN2</td>
<td><strong><a href="http://bangthebook.com/frisco-bowl/">Preview</a></strong></td>
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<div><strong>Saturday, Dec 21, 2019</strong></div>
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<th>Location</th>
<th>Time (ET) / TV</th>
<th>Preview</th>
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<td><strong>Air Force Reserve Celebration Bowl</strong>
Alcorn State vs. North Carolina A&amp;T</td>
<td>Mercedes-Benz Stadium
Atlanta, GA</td>
<td>12:00pm ET
ABC</td>
<td>Preview</td>
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<td><strong>New Mexico Bowl</strong>
Central Michigan vs. San Diego State</td>
<td>Dreamstyle Stadium
Albuquerque, NM</td>
<td>2:00pm ET
ESPN</td>
<td><strong><a href="http://bangthebook.com/new-mexico-bowl/">Preview</a></strong></td>
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<td><strong>FBC Mortgage Cure Bowl</strong>
Liberty vs. Georgia Southern</td>
<td>Orlando City Stadium</td>
<td>2:30pm ET
CBSSN</td>
<td><strong><a href="http://bangthebook.com/cure-bowl/">Preview</a></strong></td>
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<td><strong>Cheribundi Boca Raton Bowl</strong>
SMU vs. Florida Atlantic</td>
<td>FAU Stadium
Boca Raton, FL</td>
<td>3:30pm ET
ABC</td>
<td><strong><a href="http://bangthebook.com/boca-raton-bowl/">Preview</a></strong></td>
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<td><strong>Camellia Bowl</strong>
FIU vs. Arkansas State</td>
<td>Cramton Bowl
Montgomery, AL</td>
<td>5:30pm ET
ESPN</td>
<td><strong><a href="http://bangthebook.com/camellia-bowl/">Preview</a></strong></td>
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<td><strong>Mitsubishi Motors Las Vegas Bowl</strong>
<span class="team-rank">19</span> Boise State vs. Washington</td>
<td>Sam Boyd Stadium
Las Vegas, NV</td>
<td>7:30pm ET
ABC</td>
<td><strong><a href="http://bangthebook.com/las-vegas-bowl/">Preview</a></strong></td>
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<td><strong>R+L Carriers New Orleans Bowl</strong>
<span class="team-rank">20</span> Appalachian State vs. UAB</td>
<td>Mercedes-Benz Superdome
New Orleans, LA</td>
<td>9:00pm ET
ESPN</td>
<td><strong><a href="http://bangthebook.com/new-orleans-bowl/">Preview</a></strong></td>
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<div><strong>Monday, Dec 23, 2019</strong></div>
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<th>Time (ET) / TV</th>
<th>Preview</th>
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<td><strong>Bad Boy Mowers Gasparilla Bowl</strong>
UCF vs. Marshall</td>
<td>Raymond James Stadium
Tampa, FL</td>
<td>2:30pm ET
ESPN</td>
<td><strong><a href="http://bangthebook.com/gasparilla-bowl/">Preview</a></strong></td>
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</tbody>
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<div>Tuesday, Dec 24, 2019</div>
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<th>Bowl</th>
<th>Location</th>
<th>Time (ET) / TV</th>
<th>Preview</th>
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<td><strong>SoFi Hawai'i Bowl</strong>
Hawaii vs. BYU</td>
<td>Aloha Stadium
Honolulu, HI</td>
<td>8:00pm ET
ESPN</td>
<td><strong><a href="http://bangthebook.com/hawaii-bowl/">Preview</a></strong></td>
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</tbody>
</table>
<div><strong>Thursday, Dec 26, 2019</strong></div>
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<th>Location</th>
<th>Time (ET) / TV</th>
<th>Preview</th>
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<td><strong>Walk On's Independence Bowl</strong>
Louisiana Tech vs. Miami (FL)</td>
<td>Independence Stadium
Shreveport, LA</td>
<td>4:00pm ET
ESPN</td>
<td><strong><a href="http://bangthebook.com/independence-bowl/">Preview</a></strong></td>
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<td><strong>Quick Lane Bowl</strong>
Pitt vs. Eastern Michigan</td>
<td>Ford Field
Detroit, MI</td>
<td>8:00pm ET
ESPN</td>
<td><strong><a href="http://bangthebook.com/quick-lane-bowl/">Preview</a></strong></td>
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</tbody>
</table>
<div><strong>Friday, Dec 27, 2019</strong></div>
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<th>Bowl</th>
<th>Location</th>
<th>Time (ET) / TV</th>
<th>Preview</th>
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<td><strong>Military Bowl</strong>
North Carolina vs. Temple</td>
<td>Navy-Marine Corps Mem. Stadium
Annapolis, MD</td>
<td>12:00pm ET
ESPN</td>
<td><strong><a href="http://bangthebook.com/military-bowl/">Preview</a></strong></td>
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<td><strong>New Era Pinstripe Bowl</strong>
Michigan State vs. Wake Forest</td>
<td>Yankee Stadium
Bronx, NY</td>
<td>3:20pm ET
ESPN</td>
<td><strong><a href="http://bangthebook.com/pinstripe-bowl/">Preview</a></strong></td>
</tr>
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<td><strong>Academy Sports + Outdoors Texas Bowl</strong>
<span class="team-rank">25</span> Oklahoma State vs. Texas A&amp;M</td>
<td>NRG Stadium
Houston, TX</td>
<td>6:45pm ET
ESPN</td>
<td><strong><a href="http://bangthebook.com/texas-bowl/">Preview</a></strong></td>
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<td><strong>SDCCU Holiday Bowl</strong>
<span class="team-rank">22</span> USC vs. <span class="team-rank">16</span> Iowa</td>
<td>SDCCU Stadium
San Diego, CA</td>
<td>8:00pm ET
FS1</td>
<td><strong><a href="http://bangthebook.com/holiday-bowl/">Preview</a></strong></td>
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<td><strong>Cheez-It Bowl</strong>
Air Force vs. Washington State</td>
<td>Chase Field
Phoenix, AZ</td>
<td>10:15pm ET
ESPN</td>
<td><strong><a href="http://bangthebook.com/cheez-it-bowl/">Preview</a></strong></td>
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</tbody>
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<div><strong>Saturday, Dec 28, 2019</strong></div>
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<th style="height: 17px;">Location</th>
<th style="height: 17px;">Time (ET) / TV</th>
<th style="height: 17px;">Preview</th>
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<td style="height: 35px;"><strong>Goodyear Cotton Bowl</strong>
<span class="team-rank">17</span> Memphis vs. <span class="team-rank">10</span> Penn State</td>
<td style="height: 35px;">AT&amp;T Stadium
Arlington, TX</td>
<td style="height: 35px;">12:00pm ET
ESPN</td>
<td style="height: 35px;"><strong><a href="http://bangthebook.com/cotton-bowl/">Preview</a></strong></td>
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<td style="height: 35px;"><strong>Camping World Bowl</strong>
<span class="team-rank">15</span> Notre Dame vs. Iowa State</td>
<td style="height: 35px;">Camping World Stadium
Orlando, FL</td>
<td style="height: 35px;">12:00pm ET
ABC</td>
<td style="height: 35px;"><strong><a href="http://bangthebook.com/camping-world-bowl/">Preview</a></strong></td>
</tr>
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<td style="height: 35px;"><strong>Chick-fil-A Peach Bowl</strong>
<span class="team-rank">4</span> Oklahoma vs. <span class="team-rank">1</span> LSU</td>
<td style="height: 35px;">Mercedes-Benz Stadium
Atlanta, GA</td>
<td style="height: 35px;">4:00pm ET
ESPN</td>
<td style="height: 35px;"><strong><a href="http://bangthebook.com/peach-bowl/">Preview</a></strong></td>
</tr>
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<td style="height: 35px;"><strong>PlayStation Fiesta Bowl</strong>
<span class="team-rank">3</span> Clemson vs. <span class="team-rank">2</span> Ohio State</td>
<td style="height: 35px;">State Farm Stadium
Glendale, AZ</td>
<td style="height: 35px;">8:00pm ET
ESPN</td>
<td style="height: 35px;"><strong><a href="http://bangthebook.com/fiesta-bowl/">Preview</a></strong></td>
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<div><strong>Monday, Dec 30, 2019</strong></div>
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<th>Location</th>
<th>Time (ET) / TV</th>
<th>Preview</th>
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<td><strong>SERVPRO First Responder Bowl</strong>
WKU vs. Western Michigan</td>
<td>Gerald J. Ford Stadium
Dallas, TX</td>
<td>12:30pm ET
ESPN</td>
<td><strong><a href="http://bangthebook.com/first-responder-bowl/">Preview</a></strong></td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td><strong>Franklin Amer. Mort. Music City Bowl</strong>
Mississippi State vs. Louisville</td>
<td>Nissan Stadium
Nashville, TN</td>
<td>4:00pm ET
ESPN</td>
<td><strong><a href="http://bangthebook.com/music-city-bowl/">Preview</a></strong></td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td><strong>Redbox Bowl</strong>
California vs. Illinois</td>
<td>Levi's Stadium
Santa Clara, CA</td>
<td>4:00pm ET
FOX</td>
<td><strong><a href="http://bangthebook.com/redbox-bowl/">Preview</a></strong></td>
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<td><strong>Capital One Orange Bowl</strong>
<span class="team-rank">9</span> Florida vs. <span class="team-rank">24</span> Virginia</td>
<td>Hard Rock Stadium
Miami Gardens, FL</td>
<td>8:00pm ET
ESPN</td>
<td><strong><a href="http://bangthebook.com/orange-bowl/">Preview</a></strong></td>
</tr>
</tbody>
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<div><strong>Tuesday, Dec 31, 2019</strong></div>
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<th style="height: 17px;">Location</th>
<th style="height: 17px;">Time (ET) / TV</th>
<th style="height: 17px;">Preview</th>
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<td style="height: 35px;"><strong>Belk Bowl</strong>
Virginia Tech vs. Kentucky</td>
<td style="height: 35px;">Bank of America Stadium
Charlotte, NC</td>
<td style="height: 35px;">12:00pm ET
ESPN</td>
<td style="height: 35px;"><strong><a href="http://bangthebook.com/belk-bowl/">Preview</a></strong></td>
</tr>
<tr style="height: 35px;">
<td style="height: 35px;"><strong>Tony the Tiger Sun Bowl</strong>
Florida State vs. Arizona State</td>
<td style="height: 35px;">Sun Bowl Stadium
El Paso, TX</td>
<td style="height: 35px;">2:00pm ET
CBS</td>
<td style="height: 35px;"><strong><a href="http://bangthebook.com/sun-bowl/">Preview</a></strong></td>
</tr>
<tr style="height: 35px;">
<td style="height: 35px;"><strong>AutoZone Liberty Bowl</strong>
<span class="team-rank">23</span> Navy vs. Kansas State</td>
<td style="height: 35px;">Liberty Bowl Memorial Stadium
Memphis, TN</td>
<td style="height: 35px;">3:45pm ET
ESPN</td>
<td style="height: 35px;"><strong><a href="http://bangthebook.com/liberty-bowl/">Preview</a></strong></td>
</tr>
<tr style="height: 35px;">
<td style="height: 35px;"><strong>NOVA Home Loans Arizona Bowl</strong>
Wyoming vs. Georgia State</td>
<td style="height: 35px;">Arizona Stadium
Tucson, AZ</td>
<td style="height: 35px;">4:30pm ET
CBSSN</td>
<td style="height: 35px;"><strong><a href="http://bangthebook.com/arizona-bowl/">Preview</a></strong></td>
</tr>
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<td style="height: 35px;"><strong>Valero Alamo Bowl</strong>
<span class="team-rank">11</span> Utah vs. Texas</td>
<td style="height: 35px;">Alamodome
San Antonio, TX</td>
<td style="height: 35px;">7:30pm ET
ESPN</td>
<td style="height: 35px;"><strong><a href="http://bangthebook.com/alamo-bowl/">Preview</a></strong></td>
</tr>
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<div><strong>Wednesday, Jan 1, 2020</strong></div>
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<th>Location</th>
<th>Time (ET) / TV</th>
<th>Preview</th>
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<td><strong>Outback Bowl</strong>
<span class="team-rank">18</span> Minnesota vs. <span class="team-rank">12</span> Auburn</td>
<td>Raymond James Stadium
Tampa, FL</td>
<td>1:00pm ET
ESPN</td>
<td><strong><a href="http://bangthebook.com/outback-bowl/">Preview</a></strong></td>
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<td><strong>Vrbo Citrus Bowl</strong>
<span class="team-rank">14</span> Michigan vs. <span class="team-rank">13</span> Alabama</td>
<td>Camping World Stadium
Orlando, FL</td>
<td>1:00pm ET
ABC</td>
<td><strong><a href="http://bangthebook.com/citrus-bowl/">Preview</a></strong></td>
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<td><strong>Rose Bowl Game</strong>
<span class="team-rank">6</span> Oregon vs. <span class="team-rank">8</span> Wisconsin</td>
<td>Rose Bowl Stadium
Pasadena, CA</td>
<td>5:00pm ET
ESPN</td>
<td><strong><a href="http://bangthebook.com/rose-bowl/">Preview</a></strong></td>
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<td><strong>Allstate Sugar Bowl</strong>
<span class="team-rank">5</span> Georgia vs. <span class="team-rank">7</span> Baylor</td>
<td>Mercedes-Benz Superdome
New Orleans, LA</td>
<td>8:45pm ET
ESPN</td>
<td><strong><a href="http://bangthebook.com/sugar-bowl/">Preview</a></strong></td>
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<div><strong>Thursday, Jan 2, 2020</strong></div>
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<td><strong>Ticketsmarter Birmingham Bowl</strong>
Boston College vs. <span class="team-rank">21</span> Cincinnati</td>
<td>Legion Field
Birmingham, AL</td>
<td>3:00pm ET
ESPN</td>
<td><strong><a href="http://bangthebook.com/birmingham-bowl/">Preview</a></strong></td>
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<td><strong>TaxSlayer Gator Bowl</strong>
Indiana vs. Tennessee</td>
<td>TIAA Bank Field
Jacksonville, FL</td>
<td>7:00pm ET
ESPN</td>
<td><strong><a href="http://bangthebook.com/gator-bowl/">Preview</a></strong></td>
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<div>Friday, Jan 3, 2020</div>
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<td><strong>Famous Idaho Potato Bowl</strong>
Ohio vs. Nevada</td>
<td>Albertsons Stadium
Boise, ID</td>
<td>3:30pm ET
ESPN</td>
<td><strong><a href="http://bangthebook.com/potato-bowl/">Preview</a></strong></td>
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<div><strong>Saturday, Jan 4, 2020</strong></div>
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<td><strong>Lockheed Martin Armed Forces Bowl</strong>
Southern Miss vs. Tulane</td>
<td>Amon G. Carter Stadium
Fort Worth, TX</td>
<td>11:30am ET
ESPN</td>
<td><strong><a href="http://bangthebook.com/armed-forces-bowl/">Preview</a></strong></td>
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<div>Monday, Jan 6, 2020</div>
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<td><strong>LendingTree Bowl</strong>
Louisiana vs. Miami (Ohio)</td>
<td>Ladd-Peebles Stadium
Mobile, AL</td>
<td>7:30pm ET
ESPN</td>
<td><a href="http://bangthebook.com/lendingtree-bowl/"><strong>Preview</strong></a></td>
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<div><strong>Monday, Jan 13, 2020</strong></div>
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<td><strong>CFP National Championship</strong>
(3) Clemson vs. (1) LSU</td>
<td>Mercedes-Benz Superdome
New Orleans, LA</td>
<td>8:00pm ET
ESPN</td>
<td><a href="http://bangthebook.com/cfp-national-championship-game-clemson-vs-lsu-college-football-betting-odds-pick-prediction-1-13-20/"><strong>Preview</strong></a></td>
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College Football Bowl Picks & Schedule

<p>Don't miss out on the NCAA showdown between the Tigers and Boilermakers. The game is starting at 4:30 ET on ESPN, and it's hosted by the Boilermakers at Legacy Arena at BJCC in Birmingham, AL. Get ready to place your bets! Auburn comes into this non-conference matchup as the -9 point favorite. The over/under line currently sits at 149.5 points.</p><h3>AUBURN TIGERS VS PURDUE BOILERMAKERS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Purdue Boilermakers +9</p><p>This game will be played at Legacy Arena at BJCC at 4:30 ET on Saturday, December 21st.</p><h3>WHY BET THE PURDUE BOILERMAKERS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 79-67 in favor of the Boilermakers.</li><li>Not only will Purdue pick up the win, but look for them to cover at +9.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 149.5 points, and we like the under with a projected 146 points.</li></ul><h3>Will the Tigers Find a Way to Win on the Road?</h3><p>Auburn improved to 10-1 on the season with a dominant 100-59 win over Georgia State on Tuesday. Playing at home, the Tigers entered the game as heavy favorites, listed at -39, and managed to cover the spread. The total points for the game reached 159, surpassing the over/under line of 156.5.</p> <p>Auburn led 43-31 at halftime before taking control in the second half, outscoring Georgia State 57-28. The Tigers’ strong defensive effort after the break was key to their convincing victory.</p><p>Auburn's offense was firing on all cylinders in their last game, putting up 100 points with a field goal percentage of 57.4% and an effective field goal percentage of 65.6%. They dominated inside, shooting 72.2% on two-point attempts, while hitting 36% from beyond the arc. At the free-throw line, they connected on 80.8% of their attempts.</p> <p>Chaney Johnson led the way with 26 points and 8 rebounds, shooting 85.7% from the field. Denver Jones added 17 points, hitting 5 of 7 threes, while Nick McMullen contributed 15 points and 16 rebounds. Auburn also dished out 19 assists and grabbed 10 offensive rebounds in the win.</p><p>Despite Auburn's defensive struggles, they managed to hold their opponent to 59 points. The Tigers allowed 35 made field goals on 61 attempts, with their opponent shooting 57% overall.</p> <p>Inside the arc, Auburn's defense gave up 26 two-point baskets on 36 attempts, a 72% shooting rate. From three-point range, their opponent hit 9 of 25 shots, shooting 36%. Auburn also sent their opponent to the line 26 times, where they made 21 free throws, an 80% rate. The Tigers allowed 10 offensive rebounds.</p><h3>Are Purdue Ready for a Home Win?</h3><p>Purdue’s season record dropped to 8-3 after a 70-66 home loss to Texas A&M on Saturday. The Boilermakers, who were favored by 2 points, not only lost the game but also failed to cover the spread. The total points for the game ended at 136, falling short of the 142.5-point O/U line.</p> <p>Purdue trailed 38-35 at halftime and couldn’t turn things around in the second half, scoring 31 points while allowing 32. The Boilermakers will need to regroup as they look to bounce back in their next outing.</p><p>Purdue's offense put up 66 points in their last game, shooting 45.3% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 52.8%. They hit 55.6% of their two-point attempts and went 9-for-26 from beyond the arc, shooting 34.6% from three. At the free-throw line, they were nearly perfect, hitting 9 of 10 attempts for 90%.</p> <p>Braden Smith and Wade Taylor IV each contributed 15 points, with Smith knocking down 5 threes on 11 attempts. Zhuric Phelps and Pharrel Payne also added 16 points, with Payne going a perfect 6-for-6 from the field and grabbing 9 rebounds. Purdue finished with 16 assists and 8 offensive rebounds in the game.</p><p>Purdue's defense gave up 70 points in their last game, with the opposing team shooting 45% from the field, connecting on 24 of their 53 attempts. Inside the arc, they shot 55%, making 15 of 27 two-point attempts.</p> <p>From three-point range, Purdue allowed 9 threes on 26 attempts, a 34% shooting rate. The opposing team also went to the free-throw line 10 times, hitting 9 for 90%. Purdue gave up 8 offensive rebounds in the game.</p>

Auburn Tigers vs Purdue Boilermakers NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 12/21/24

College Basketball

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<p>The Hawks and Hokies are set to face off at 12:00 ET on CBSS. The Hokies will host the game at The Palestra in Philadelphia, PA. Saint Joseph's is the -4.5 point favorites in this non-conference matchup against Virginia Tech. The over/under for the game is set at 142.5 points.</p><h3>SAINT JOSEPH'S HAWKS VS VIRGINIA TECH HOKIES BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Virginia Tech Hokies +4.5</p><p>This game will be played at The Palestra at 12:00 ET on Saturday, December 21st.</p><h3>WHY BET THE VIRGINIA TECH HOKIES:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 76-69 in favor of the Hokies.</li><li>Not only will Virginia Tech pick up the win, but look for them to cover at +4.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 142.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 145 points.</li></ul><h3>Is a Road Win Possible for the Hawks?</h3><p>Saint Joseph's improved to 7-4 on the season with an 84-57 win over American on Wednesday. The Hawks were -12.5 favorites going into the game and covered the spread with the win.</p> <p>Saint Joseph's took control early, leading 44-26 at halftime. They scored 40 points in the 2nd half while allowing 31. The total points for the game were 141, just under the O/U line of 141.5.</p><p>Saint Joseph's put up 84 points in their last game, shooting 60.4% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 68.8%. They connected on 50% of their threes (8/16) and hit 65.6% of their two-point attempts (21/32), while also making 85.7% of their free throws (18/21).</p> <p>Rasheer Fleming led the way with 26 points and 11 rebounds, shooting 73.3% from the field and hitting 2 of 4 from deep. Erik Reynolds II added 23 points and 6 assists, while Greg Jones and Matt Rogers each contributed 19 points, with Jones shooting 85.7% and Rogers hitting 61.5% from the floor.</p><p>Even with Saint Joseph's allowing 57 points, their defense struggled, giving up 60% shooting from the field. The Hawks allowed 29 made field goals on 48 attempts.</p> <p>Saint Joseph's also sent the other team to the line 21 times, where they hit 18 free throws, shooting 85%.</p><h3>Is a Home Win Possible for Virginia Tech?</h3><p>Virginia Tech improved to 5-6 on the season with an 80-72 win over Navy on Sunday. The Hokies were favored by 13.5 points, but they didn’t cover the spread. The total points for the game reached 152, surpassing the over/under line of 140.5.</p> <p>Virginia Tech led 46-41 at halftime and outscored Navy 34-31 in the second half to secure the win.</p><p>Virginia Tech's offense was firing on all cylinders in their last game, putting up 80 points while shooting 52.9% from the field. Their effective field goal percentage was an impressive 62.7%, thanks in large part to their 55.6% shooting from beyond the arc, hitting 10 of 18 attempts. At the free-throw line, they were nearly automatic, connecting on 16 of 18 for 88.9%.</p> <p>Ben Burnham led the way with 17 points on 7-of-9 shooting, including 2-of-3 from three-point range. Rodney Brown Jr. also had a strong performance, hitting 3-of-4 from deep and finishing with 11 points. The Hokies had a balanced scoring effort, with eight players scoring in double figures.</p><p>Virginia Tech's defense struggled in their last game, giving up 72 points on 52% shooting from the field. They allowed their opponent to connect on 17 of 33 two-point attempts, a 51% success rate.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, the Hokies allowed 10 three-pointers on 18 attempts, with their opponent shooting 55%. They also sent their opponent to the free-throw line 18 times, where they converted 16, an 88% clip.</p>

Saint Joseph's Hawks vs Virginia Tech Hokies NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 12/21/24

<p>At 6:40 PM ET, the Reds and Pirates face off in an NL Central matchup. This one is being played at PNC Park in Pittsburgh, and the Reds are currently favored on the money line (-130). The money line odds for the Pirates are sitting at +111, and the over/under line is at 8.5 runs.</p>

<p>Cincinnati will be looking to end a three-game losing streak, as they are 34-38 overall. Pittsburgh, meanwhile, has won two straight and is 35-37, putting them 3rd in the NL Central. The Reds are starting Nick Lodolo, while Bailey Falter goes for the Pirates. BSOH is carrying this game on TV.</p><h3>PITTSBURGH PIRATES VS CINCINNATI REDS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Pittsburgh Pirates Moneyline +111</p><p>This game will be played at PNC Park at 6:40 ET on Tuesday, June 18th.</p><h3>HOW TO BET THE REDS VS PIRATES:</h3><ul><li>We have the Pirates winning by a score of 5 to 4</li><li>If you're looking for a run line pick, we also like the Pirates 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>Pittsburgh picked up a 4-1 win over the Reds in the most recent game of this series. The Pirates had a three-run 1st inning and added their final run in the 2nd. On the other side, the Reds got on the board with one run in the 1st and didn't score again. Heading into the game, the Pirates were favored at -184 on the money line.</p>

<p>Paul Skenes started for the Pirates and picked up the win, going six innings and giving up just one run. He finished the game with seven strikeouts but issued one walk. David Bednar got the save. Carson Spiers had a rough outing for the Reds, taking the loss after going six innings and giving up four runs.</p>

<p>Bryan Reynolds and Rowdy Tellez each had two hits and an RBI for the Pirates' offense. Oneil Cruz also drove in two runs. For the Reds, Elly De La Cruz went 3/4 with an RBI.</p><h3>Reds Records & Stats</h3><p>Cincinnati is 34-38 overall and trails the Brewers by eight games in the NL Central. The Reds have lost three straight games, and they are 8-9 against other teams in the NL Central. So far, they have been just below .500 both at home (18-19) and on the road (16-19).</p>

<p>As the road favorite, the Reds have gone 6-1 this year, and they are 18-13 as the favorite overall. When tabbed as the underdog, Cincinnati has gone just 16-25 this year. The Reds' overall series record is 8-13-2, and they are currently down 0-1 in this series vs. the Pirates.</p><p>The Reds have been a solid run line bet on the road this season at 23-12, but they have dropped their last two against the run line. Their average run margin on the road is +0.6, and they have a run line record of 15-16 when favored.</p><p>The Reds have been involved in high-scoring games this season, with their games averaging 8.4 runs per game. Their over/under record for the season is 31-38, and when the line has been set at 8.5 runs, they are 5-6. Cincinnati's games have had an average over/under line of 9 runs, and 51.4% of their games have had lines set higher than 8.5 runs. Currently, they are on a three-game under streak.</p><p>Cincinnati is sending left-hander Nick Lodolo to the mound today as he faces the Pirates on the road. Lodolo has made 10 starts this season and has a record of 7-2 with a 2.93 ERA. Looking at his overall numbers, Lodolo has a WHIP of 1.06 and opponents are batting .210 off him this season. Out of his 10 starts, Lodolo has turned in five quality starts and is averaging 9.57 strikeouts per nine innings. In his last outing, he gave up two earned runs in six innings of work, coming away with the win. Before that, he had given up two homers in back-to-back outings.</p><p>Heading into today's game, the Reds offense is averaging 4.3 runs per game, which is 16th in the league. They have been a slightly better offensive team on the road this season, averaging 4.5 runs per game. As a team, the Reds are batting just .226, but they do have the 13th most home runs in the league. </p>

<p>Elly De La Cruz and Jeimer Candelario come into the game tied for the team lead with 12 home runs apiece, with Candelario batting .252 and De La Cruz at .242. Candelario has been hot of late, going 11/32 in his last eight games with four homers and 10 RBIs. Spencer Steer is also among the league leaders in RBIs, as his 43 is the best mark on the team and 14th in the league.</p><h3>Pirates Records & Stats</h3><p>Pittsburgh is 35-37 overall and is seven games behind the Brewers in the NL Central. The Pirates have gone 9-9 in divisional games this year. They have won two straight games, and their series vs. the Reds is currently 1-0 in their favor.</p>

<p>At home, the Pirates are 17-17 this year and 18-20 on the road. So far, they have gone 13-17 as the favorite and 22-20 as the underdog. As for their overall series record, the Pirates are 9-10-4 this year. Over their last 10 games, the Pirates are 6-4.</p><p>When the Pirates win, they do so by an average of 3.1 runs per game. When they lose, they lose by an average of 3.6 runs per game. Their run line record is 40-32, with a 22-16 record on the road and an 18-16 record at home. They are 29-13 against the run line as the underdog, but just 11-19 as the favorite. Their average run margin for the season is -0.3 runs per game.</p><p>When the Pittsburgh Pirates play at home, the over/under line is set at 8.5 runs. Their games have averaged 8.6 runs per game this season, and their over/under record is 35-36. The over/under line for their games has been set at 8 runs on average. When the line is set at 8.5 runs, their over/under record is 13-10. The over has hit in 12.5% of their games when the line is set at 8.5 runs. Their games have had lower over/under lines in 55.6% of their games this season. Their current under streak is at 2 games.</p><p>Bailey Falter gets the start for the Pirates today and is looking to bounce back from a rough outing vs. the Cardinals. In that start, he went 4 innings, took the loss, and gave up 3 earned runs. Looking back over his last three starts, Falter has given up at least 3 earned runs in each outing. Before this rough stretch, he had put together three straight quality starts. Falter's ERA for the season is 3.86, along with a record of 3-4. Opposing batters are hitting .227 off the left-hander this season.</p><p>Andrew McCutchen has been swinging the bat well of late for the Pirates, going 11/32 in his last eight games, including two home runs. Overall, McCutchen is batting .244 for the season and leads the team with 10 homers. Bryan Reynolds is also swinging a hot bat right now, going 15/41 in his last 10 games and is batting .271 for the season. Reynolds also has a team-high 39 RBIs.</p>

<p>As a team, the Pirates are averaging 4.1 runs per game, which is 22nd in the league. They are also near the bottom of the league in strikeouts and have a team batting average of just .233. Pittsburgh's team OPS of .664 is also one of the worst marks in the league.</p>

Cincinnati Reds vs Pittsburgh Pirates Betting Pick & Prediction 6/18/24

<p>Looking to win big? The Bearkats and Panthers face off at 1:00 ET on ACC. The Panthers are hosting the game at Petersen Events Center in Pittsburgh, PA. The over/under for this game is set at 152.5 points, and Pittsburgh is favored by -16.5 against Sam Houston in a non-conference matchup.</p><h3>SAM HOUSTON BEARKATS VS PITTSBURGH PANTHERS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Sam Houston Bearkats +16.5</p><p>This game will be played at Petersen Events Center at 1:00 ET on Saturday, December 21st.</p><h3>WHY BET THE SAM HOUSTON BEARKATS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 80-67 in favor of the Panthers.</li><li>Even though we have Pittsburgh winning straight-up, we like Sam Houston at +16.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 152.5 points, and we like the under with a projected 147 points.</li></ul><h3>Will the Bearkats Come Through as Road Underdogs?</h3><p>Sam Houston improved to 4-5 on the season with an 87-71 win over Texas Southern on Saturday. The Bearkats were -11 favorites at home and covered the spread, while the game’s total of 158 points went over the 147.5-point line.</p> <p>After trailing 36-32 at halftime, Sam Houston turned things around in the second half, outscoring the Tigers 55-35 to secure the win.</p><p>Sam Houston's offense put up 87 points in their last game, shooting 47.5% from the field and 45.2% from three-point range, hitting 14 of 31 attempts. Their effective field goal percentage was 59%, and they grabbed 19 offensive rebounds, with 17 assists as a team.</p> <p>Lamar Wilkerson led the way with 26 points, hitting 8 of 13 threes, while Cameron Huefner added 22 points. Kavion McClain contributed 19 points and 5 assists, and Kolby Granger was efficient, shooting 66.7% overall and 60% from deep.</p><p>Despite the Bearkats' defensive efforts, they allowed 71 points in their latest game, with their opponents shooting 47% from the field. Sam Houston gave up 29 field goals on 61 attempts, including 15 two-pointers at a 50% clip.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, the Bearkats allowed 14 threes on 31 attempts, with their opponents shooting 45% from three-point range. They also sent the other team to the free-throw line 24 times, where they converted 15 free throws, shooting 62%. Additionally, Sam Houston gave up 19 offensive rebounds.</p><h3>Can Pittsburgh Lock in a Home Win?</h3><h3>Pittsburgh Panthers Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Pittsburgh improved to 9-2 on the season with a dominant 96-56 win over Eastern Kentucky on Wednesday. The Panthers, who were -18.5 point favorites, covered the spread, and the game’s total points of 152 went over the 147.5 O/U line.</p> 

<p>After leading just 39-36 at halftime, Pittsburgh clamped down defensively, allowing only 20 points in the 2nd half while scoring 57 points of their own.</p><p>Pittsburgh's offense was firing on all cylinders in their last game, putting up 96 points on 61.1% shooting from the field. They connected on 71% of their two-point attempts and 47.8% from beyond the arc, leading to an effective field goal percentage of 70.4%. The Panthers also shot 76% from the free-throw line, hitting 19 of 25 attempts.</p> <p>Brandin Cummings was the standout performer, scoring 30 points in 30 minutes, shooting 76.9% from the field and 75% from three-point range (6/8). Jaland Lowe contributed 12 assists, while Ishmael Leggett and Devontae Blanton each grabbed 6 rebounds.</p><p>Despite Pittsburgh's defensive efforts, their opponent managed to score 56 points, shooting 61% from the field. They were especially effective inside, hitting 71% of their two-point attempts (22/31).</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Pittsburgh allowed 11 threes on 23 attempts, a 47% shooting rate. Their opponent also went to the line 25 times, converting 19 free throws for a 76% success rate. Pittsburgh gave up 6 offensive rebounds in the game.</p>

Sam Houston Bearkats vs Pittsburgh Panthers NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 12/21/24

<p>At 8:30 ET, the 9-18 Portland Trail Blazers will be in San Antonio to take on the 14-13 Spurs. The Blazers are 13th in the Western Conference, while the Spurs are 11th. San Antonio is favored by 6.5 points, and the over/under line is set at 227.5.</p>

<p>This Western Conference matchup will be played at the Frost Bank Center in San Antonio. The game can be seen on KATU.</p><h3>PORTLAND TRAIL BLAZERS VS SAN ANTONIO SPURS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Portland Trail Blazers +6.5</p><p>This game will be played at Frost Bank Center at 8:30 ET on Saturday, December 21st.</p><h3>WHY BET THE PORTLAND TRAIL BLAZERS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 160-153 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 45.5% and knocking down 15 threes.</li></ul><h3>Can the Trail Blazers Lock in a Win at San Antonio?</h3><p>The Trail Blazers improved to 9-18 on the season with a 126-124 win over the Nuggets on Thursday. Portland, who were +8.5 point underdogs, not only won but also covered the spread. The total points for the game were 250, exceeding the over/under line of 234.5 by 15.5 points.</p> <p>Portland turned things around after a 10-0 run by Denver, which extended the score from 66-59 to 76-59. The Blazers responded by outscoring the Nuggets 38-21 in the 3rd quarter, taking a 104-87 lead into the 4th. Denver made a push in the final quarter, outscoring Portland 37-22, but the Blazers held on for the win.</p><p>Anfernee Simons led the way with 28 points and 10 assists, shooting 55% from the field and hitting 4 threes in the Trail Blazers' win over the Nuggets. Shaedon Sharpe added 27 points, including 12 in the 4th quarter, while Deni Avdija contributed 19 points, knocking down 3 threes at a 50% clip.</p> <p>Portland connected on 16 threes as a team, shooting 34.8% from beyond the arc and 46.4% overall. Jerami Grant scored 10 of his 13 points in the opening quarter.</p><p>Despite a rough defensive outing, the Trail Blazers managed to secure a win over the Nuggets, even after allowing 124 points. Portland gave up 35 points in the 1st quarter and 37 in the 4th, but they tightened up in the 3rd, holding Denver to 21 points.</p> <p>Portland's defense allowed the Nuggets to shoot 54% from the field and 44% from three, with Denver hitting 15 threes. The Blazers sent the Nuggets to the line 21 times, where they made 15 free throws. Portland finished with 30 defensive rebounds, gave up 8 offensive boards, and recorded 7 steals and 7 blocks.</p><h3>Will the Spurs Pull Through as the Favored Home Team?</h3><p>San Antonio moved to 14-13 on the season with a 133-126 win over the Hawks on Thursday. The Spurs were favored by one point and covered the spread, while the game’s total of 259 points went well over the 233.5-point line.</p> <p>After a 13-0 run by the Hawks, the Spurs responded by outscoring Atlanta 30-21 in the 3rd quarter. San Antonio entered the 4th quarter with a 90-87 lead and held on, despite being outscored 33-30 in the final period.</p><p>Victor Wembanyama's 42-point performance, including 7 threes at 46.7%, led the Spurs to a win over the Hawks. Devin Vassell added 23 points, hitting 5 threes at 71.4%, while Jeremy Sochan contributed 20 points. San Antonio connected on 19 threes, shooting 45.2% from deep and 48.5% overall.</p> <p>Wembanyama scored 14 points in the 1st quarter and added 10 points in both the 2nd and 4th quarters, with 8 more in OT. Chris Paul also came up big in the 4th, scoring 7 of his 12 points, and added 3 more in overtime.</p><p>Defensively, the Spurs struggled in the 2nd quarter, giving up 37 points, but they tightened up in the 3rd, allowing just 21 points. Overall, they allowed 126 points on 47% shooting from the Hawks.</p> <p>San Antonio had trouble defending the three, as Atlanta hit 16 threes at a 42% clip. The Spurs sent the Hawks to the line 21 times, where they made 18 free throws. The Spurs finished with 15 steals and 8 blocks.</p>

Portland Trail Blazers vs San Antonio Spurs Betting Pick & Prediction 12/21/24

<p>Looking to win big? The Red Foxes and Seawolves face off at 7:00 ET on FloC. The Seawolves are hosting the game at Stony Brook Arena in Stony Brook, NY. Marist is favored by -2 in this non-conference contest against Stony Brook. The game's over/under currently sits at 134.5 points.</p><h3>MARIST RED FOXES VS STONY BROOK SEAWOLVES BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Stony Brook Seawolves +2</p><p>This game will be played at Stony Brook Arena at 7:00 ET on Tuesday, December 17th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE STONY BROOK SEAWOLVES:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 78-67 in favor of the Seawolves.</li><li>Not only will Stony Brook pick up the win, but look for them to cover at +2.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 134.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 145 points.</li></ul><h3>Will the Red Foxes Defense Show Up on the Road?</h3><h3>Marist Red Foxes Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Marist improved to 6-2 on the season with an 82-75 win over Manhattan on Sunday. The Red Foxes, who were -1.5 favorites going into the game, covered the spread with the victory.</p> 

<p>Marist led 33-32 at halftime and then put up 49 points in the 2nd half while allowing 43. The combined points of 157 went over the pre-game O/U line of 137.5.</p><p>Marist's offense was firing on all cylinders in their last game, putting up 82 points on 55.2% shooting from the field. Their effective field goal percentage was 60.3%, thanks in part to hitting 61.9% of their two-point attempts and 37.5% from beyond the arc. They were also perfect from the free-throw line, going 12-for-12.</p> <p>Josh Pascarelli led the way with 24 points, shooting 64.3% overall and 57.1% from three-point range. Elijah Lewis added 18 points and 8 rebounds, while Will Sydnor contributed 15 points, hitting 4 threes at a 57.1% clip.</p><p>Marist's defense gave up 75 points in their last game, with opponents shooting 45% from the field. They allowed 21/41 (51%) on two-point attempts.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Marist's opponents hit 7/20 threes, shooting 35%. They also went 12/17 (70%) from the free-throw line. Marist gave up 13 offensive rebounds.</p><h3>Does Stony Brook Have What it Takes to Win as Home Underdogs?</h3><h3>Stony Brook Seawolves Recent Game/Games</h3> <p>Stony Brook improved to 2-7 on the season with a 72-55 road win over Rider on Saturday. The Seawolves, who were +6.5 point underdogs, not only pulled off the upset but also covered the spread.</p> <p>Stony Brook led 34-24 at halftime and outscored Rider 38-31 in the second half. The game’s total points of 127 fell short of the O/U line of 135.</p><p>Stony Brook's offense was firing on all cylinders in their last game, shooting 51.9% from the field and hitting 52% from beyond the arc, connecting on 13 of 25 attempts. Their effective field goal percentage was an impressive 65.4%, and they also made 83.3% of their free throws, going 5 for 6 from the line.</p> <p>CJ Luster II led the way with 20 points, hitting 6 of 9 threes and shooting 63.6% overall. Ben Wight was efficient as well, making 5 of 7 shots for 12 points, while Flash Burton contributed 13 points and 4 assists.</p><p>Stony Brook's defense put on a strong performance, holding their opponent to just 55 points on 40% shooting from the field. They were particularly effective at defending the three-point line, where they limited the other team to just 2 made threes on 12 attempts, a 16% shooting rate.</p> <p>Even at the free-throw line, Stony Brook's defense managed to keep their opponent in check, allowing just 11 points on 19 attempts, a 57% conversion rate. The Seawolves also gave up 11 offensive rebounds in the game.</p>

Marist Red Foxes vs Stony Brook Seawolves NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 12/17/24

<p>Don't miss out on the NHL showdown between the Kings and Predators. The game is starting at 1:30 ET on NHLN, and it's hosted by the Predators at Bridgestone Arena in Nashville, TN. Get ready to place your bets! The Kings are favored by -1.5 in this Western conference contest against the Predators. The game's over/under currently sits at 5.5 goals.</p><h3>LOS ANGELES KINGS VS NASHVILLE PREDATORS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Nashville Predators +1.5</p><p>This game will be played at Bridgestone Arena at 1:30 ET on Saturday, December 21st.</p><h3>WHY BET THE NASHVILLE PREDATORS:</h3><ul><li>Even though they are considered 1.5-goal underdogs, our projection points to a 4-2 win for the Predators.</li><li>We like the Predators on the moneyline (+103)</li><li>The Predators are also our pick on the spread at +1.5</li></ul><h3>Is A Road Victory Likely for Favored Los Angeles?</h3><p>After a 4-3 loss to the Blackhawks, the Kings now sit at 19-9-4. Los Angeles had a 3-2 lead in the third period, but Chicago tied it up with just 31 seconds left in regulation.</p> 

<p>The Kings were -1.5 goal favorites, and the total was set at 6 goals. The combined 7 goals pushed the game over the total.</p><p>Alex Laferriere scored twice for the Kings, including his 7th goal on a power play and his 8th goal later in the 2nd period. Phillip Danault added his 1st goal of the season at 8:12 in the 3rd period.</p> <p>Kevin Fiala contributed two assists, bringing his season total to 5. The Kings fired 40 shots on goal and had 13 giveaways.</p><p>Defensively, the Kings will be looking to bounce back after giving up three goals in the 3rd period of their previous game against the Blackhawks, including the game-tying goal with just 31 seconds left in regulation. Goalie Darcy Kuemper made 18 saves and posted a save percentage of 85.7%.</p><h3>Does Nashville Have What it Takes at Home?</h3><p>Nashville improved to 9-18-7 with a 5-2 win over the Avalanche. The Predators covered the puck line as -1.5 goal favorites, and the total of 7 goals went over the 6.5 goal line.</p> 

<p>After falling behind 1-0 in the second period, Nashville responded with five unanswered goals. All five of the Predators’ goals came from different players.</p><p>Nashville’s offense was held scoreless in the first period before Steven Stamkos netted his second goal of the season on a power play in the second. Colton Sissons followed with his first goal of the year. Roman Josi added his first goal of the season on another power play in the third period.</p> <p>Filip Forsberg scored his seventh goal of the season on an empty net, and Gustav Nyquist added his fourth, also on an empty net. The Predators took 25 shots on goal and recorded 15 giveaways.</p><p>Nashville's defense gave up the first goal 2:54 into the 2nd period and another at 17:43 in the 3rd, but they held strong otherwise, leading to a 5-2 win. Juuse Saros made 29 saves with a 93.5% save percentage, while the defense added 4 takeaways and 23 hits.</p>

Los Angeles Kings vs Nashville Predators Betting Pick & Prediction 12/21/24

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

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

<p>Making on a bet on this NCAA game featuring the Aztecs versus the Golden Bears? Tip off is at at 10:30 ET, and you can watch it all unfold on ACCN. The game will be played at SAP Center at San Jose in San Jose, CA. San Diego State is the -5 point favorites in this non-conference matchup against California. The over/under for the game is set at 147 points.</p><h3>SAN DIEGO STATE AZTECS VS CALIFORNIA GOLDEN BEARS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: California Golden Bears +5</p><p>This game will be played at SAP Center at San Jose at 10:30 ET on Saturday, December 21st.</p><h3>WHY BET THE CALIFORNIA GOLDEN BEARS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 76-70 in favor of the Golden Bears.</li><li>Not only will California pick up the win, but look for them to cover at +5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 147 points, and we like the under with a projected 146 points.</li></ul><h3>Can San Diego State Grab a Win on the Road?</h3><p>San Diego State improved to 6-2 on the season with an 81-75 win over California Baptist on Wednesday. Playing at home, the Aztecs were -13.5 point favorites but didn’t cover the spread. The total points for the game reached 156, surpassing the O/U line of 136.5.</p> <p>San Diego State led 40-33 at halftime and scored 41 points in the 2nd half, but allowed 42 points to the Lancers, making the game closer than expected.</p><p>San Diego State's offense was firing on all cylinders in their last game, putting up 81 points while shooting 54.9% from the field. Their effective field goal percentage was an impressive 62.7%, thanks in part to their 52.9% shooting from beyond the arc, connecting on 9 of 17 attempts. They also hit 80% of their free throws, going 16 for 20 from the line.</p> <p>The Aztecs dished out 19 assists, with Nick Boyd contributing 8 of them to go along with his 16 points. Dominique Daniels Jr. led the team with 22 points, despite shooting just 38.1% overall and 27.3% from three. Miles Byrd added 19 points, hitting 4 of 6 from deep, while Boyd and Byrd both shot 66.7% from three-point range.</p><p>San Diego State's defense struggled in their last game, giving up 75 points while allowing the opposing team to shoot 54% from the field. They couldn't contain the two-point shots, with their opponents hitting 55% (19/34) from inside the arc.</p> <p>From beyond the three-point line, the Aztecs allowed 9 threes on 17 attempts, a 52% shooting performance. They also sent their opponents to the free-throw line 20 times, where they converted 16 free throws (80%).</p><h3>Can California Deliver Being Underdogs at Home?</h3><p>California improved to 7-4 on the season with an 84-66 win over Northwestern State on Saturday. The Golden Bears, who were -16 point favorites at home, covered the spread. The total points for the game reached 150, surpassing the pre-game over/under line of 144.</p> <p>Cal led 36-33 at halftime before pulling away in the second half, scoring 48 points while holding the Demons to 33. This strong second-half performance was key to their victory.</p><p>California's offense was firing on all cylinders in their last game, putting up 84 points with a 52.8% field goal percentage. They hit 48% of their threes, connecting on 12 of 25 attempts, and finished with an effective field goal percentage of 64.2%.</p> <p>Andrej Stojakovic led the way with 31 points, shooting 71.4% overall and 66.7% from deep. Jeremiah Wilkinson added 18 points, while Landyn Jumawan contributed 15, hitting 4 of 7 from beyond the arc.</p><p>Despite California's defensive struggles, they managed to hold their opponent to 66 points. However, they allowed a 52% shooting performance, with 28 made field goals on 53 attempts.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, California's defense gave up 12 threes on 25 attempts, a 48% shooting rate. They also sent their opponent to the free-throw line 21 times, where they converted 16 free throws, shooting 76%.</p>

San Diego State Aztecs vs California Golden Bears NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 12/21/24

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

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

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

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

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

<p>Chicago built a 4-0 lead before the Ducks scored twice in the third period. Four different Blackhawks players found the net, with Isaak Phillips opening the scoring at 7:03 in the first period.</p><p>Chicago’s offense found the net four times in their 4-2 victory over Anaheim, with Ryan Donato scoring his 7th goal of the season. Seth Jones added his 2nd goal, while Teuvo Teravainen netted his 4th on a power play. Isaak Phillips opened the scoring with his 1st goal of the year.</p> <p>Connor Bedard contributed with three assists, bringing his total to 9 for the season. The Blackhawks took 29 shots on goal and scored twice on power plays. They also recorded 12 giveaways in the game.</p><p>Arvid Söderblom made 38 saves with a 95% save percentage, helping the Blackhawks to a 4-2 win over the Ducks. Chicago's defense also contributed 6 takeaways and 5 hits. Both goals allowed came in the 3rd period, including one with just 4 seconds left.</p><h3>Can Calgary Live Up to the Hype at Home?</h3><p>Calgary dropped to 15-12-7 with a 4-2 loss to the Oilers. The Flames fell behind early, allowing a goal just 20 seconds into the game. Calgary was the underdog on the puck line, and the total for the game was set at 6.5 goals, but the combined 6 goals fell short of that mark.</p>

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

<p>Don't miss out on the NCAA showdown between the Mountaineers and Mean Green. The game is starting at 8:00 ET on ESPN+, and it's hosted by the Mean Green at UNT Coliseum in Denton, TX. Get ready to place your bets! This non-conference matchup has an over/under of 123.5 points, and North Texas is favored by -12.5 vs. Appalachian State.</p><h3>APPALACHIAN STATE MOUNTAINEERS VS NORTH TEXAS MEAN GREEN BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Appalachian State Mountaineers +12.5</p><p>This game will be played at UNT Coliseum at 8:00 ET on Friday, December 20th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE APPALACHIAN STATE MOUNTAINEERS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 79-68 in favor of the Mean Green.</li><li>Even though we have North Texas winning straight-up, we like Appalachian State at +12.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 123.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 147 points.</li></ul><h3>Does Appalachian State Stand a Chance on the Road?</h3><h3>Appalachian State Mountaineers Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>The Mountaineers dropped to 4-5 on the season after a 68-62 road loss to Louisiana-Lafayette on Wednesday. Entering the game as 2-point favorites, Appalachian State not only lost but also failed to cover the spread. The combined points of 130 fell short of the 135.5-point O/U line.</p> 

<p>Appalachian State found themselves in a 35-21 hole at halftime but showed resilience by outscoring the Ragin' Cajuns 41-33 in the second half. Despite their efforts, they couldn’t complete the comeback.</p><p>In their latest game, Appalachian State managed just 62 points, shooting 41.7% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 45.8%. They struggled from beyond the arc, hitting only 4 of 18 attempts for a 22.2% three-point shooting percentage, while connecting on 53.3% of their two-point shots.</p> <p>The Mountaineers also shot 62.1% from the free-throw line, making 18 of 29 attempts. Dior Conners and Michael Thomas both hit 3 of 5 from three-point range, with Conners finishing with 15 points and 4 rebounds. Mostapha El Moutaouakkil also added 15 points and 8 rebounds, despite shooting just 4 of 13 from the field.</p><p>Appalachian State's defense gave up 68 points in their last game, with opponents shooting 41% from the field on 23 of 55 attempts. Inside the arc, they allowed 14 two-point baskets on 31 attempts, a 45% shooting rate.</p> <p>From beyond the three-point line, opponents hit 9 of 24 shots, shooting 37%. Appalachian State also sent them to the free-throw line 17 times, where they converted 13 for 76%. The Mountaineers allowed 9 offensive rebounds.</p><h3>Will the Mean Green Pull Through as the Favored Home Team?</h3><h3>North Texas Mean Green Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>North Texas improved to 5-3 on the season with an 83-42 win over Mississippi Valley State on Wednesday. The Mean Green were heavy favorites at -36.5 and covered the spread in the victory.</p> 

<p>North Texas led 36-18 at halftime and scored 47 points in the 2nd half while allowing just 24. The game’s total points of 125 went over the 122.5-point line.</p><p>North Texas put up 83 points in their last game, shooting 63.8% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 72.3%. They were dominant inside, hitting 78.6% of their two-point attempts, while also connecting on 42.1% from beyond the arc.</p> <p>The Mean Green added 15 assists and 8 offensive rebounds, with Brenen Lorient leading the way, shooting 85.7% from the field and scoring 16 points in 22 minutes. Atin Wright and Arthur Tate also contributed 15 points each, with Wright hitting 3 of 5 from deep.</p><p>Despite North Texas giving up 42 points, they struggled defensively, allowing their opponent to shoot 63% from the field, including 78% on two-point attempts. The Mean Green also allowed 8 made threes on 19 attempts, a 42% shooting clip from beyond the arc.</p> <p>From the free-throw line, North Texas sent their opponent to the stripe 21 times, where they converted 15 free throws (71%). The Mean Green gave up 8 offensive rebounds in the game.</p>

Appalachian State Mountaineers vs North Texas Mean Green NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 12/20/24

<p>The final event of the season for the PGA Tour will be taking place this weekend as it’s time for the Tour Championship. This event is reserved for the top 30 players in the standings, and there will be a big advantage for those that have had the best years up to this point.&nbsp;</p>



<p>All of the action is going to be taking place at the East Lake Golf Course, and this is a course that has been challenging to players in the past. Scottie Scheffler will have the biggest advantage to start the weekend, but there is no guarantee that he will come away with a win.&nbsp;</p>



<p>Here is a look at some of the top odds, and a prediction as to how things will play out this weekend.&nbsp;</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Dynamic Duo Sitting on Top</h2>



<p>When looking at the betting odds to win the Tour Championship, there are two golfers that are well ahead of the rest of the field. That is how things have played out throughout the year as well, and those two players will now have a big advantage.&nbsp;</p>



<p>Scottie Scheffler will start with a score of -10 this weekend, and that will give him a two-stroke lead over the rest of the field. That can be seen in the betting odds as well as Scheffler is the clear betting favorite at +110 (<a href="/s/betdsi/">at BetDSI</a>).</p>



<p>While most would agree the Scheffler is the best player on the PGA Tour, you could make a strong case for Xander Schauffele as well. Schauffele will begin the weekend at -8, and he is sitting at +230 to come away with a win this weekend.&nbsp;</p>



<p>These two could easily be battling it out all weekend long, but there are other golfers that will be trying to break through in a big way.&nbsp;</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Some Top Contenders</h2>



<p>Hideki Mastuyama has been playing well during the playoffs, but he is starting this weekend at a big disadvantage. The odds for Matsuyama are sitting at +1200, but that still means that he is a significant underdog.&nbsp;</p>



<p>The odds just continue to fall off from there, and making up ground just won’t be easy at East Lake. Rory McIlroy is another player that is always in the mix, but at some point he has to start winning tournaments.&nbsp;</p>



<p>McIlroy is at +1600, and then it is Ludvig Aberg at +1800. That really ends the group of top contenders, and then you will be looking to back on a big underdog from a wide range of players.&nbsp;</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Picking a Winner</h2>



<p>There just isn’t a ton of value in betting on Scheffler this weekend, and he is starting with a sizable advantage on the rest of the field. Scheffler just hasn’t been playing his best golf since the Paris Olympics, and others will be able to take advantage.&nbsp;</p>



<p>If you are going to bet on this event then you will want to jump on Xander Schauffele at +230 as he will catch his rival and end the year with a massive tournament win.&nbsp;</p>



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<p>Making on a bet on this NCAA game featuring the Bobcats versus the Golden Eagles? Tip off is at at 6:00 ET, and you can watch it all unfold on ESPN+. The game will be played at Pensacola Bay Center in Pensacola, FL. The odds for this Sun Belt conference game currently have Southern Miss as the -1 point favorite with the over/under line sitting at 134.5 points.</p><h3>TEXAS STATE BOBCATS VS SOUTHERN MISS GOLDEN EAGLES BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Southern Miss Golden Eagles -1</p><p>This game will be played at Pensacola Bay Center at 6:00 ET on Thursday, March 7th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE SOUTHERN MISS GOLDEN EAGLES:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 78-67 in favor of the Golden Eagles.</li><li>Not only will Southern Miss pick up the win, but look for them to cover at -1.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 134.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 145 points.</li></ul><h3>Can Texas State Pull Out the Win as Road Underdogs?</h3><p>Coming into this game, Texas State is 15-17 overall and 6-11 in Sun Belt Conference play. They have won two straight games, including a 73-55 win over Louisiana-Monroe.</p>

<p>So far this season, the Bobcats have been underdogs in 18 of their 32 games, going 4-14 in those contests. On the road, their record is 5-11, and they have gone 2-8 in their last 10 road games.</p><p>As the underdog this season, Texas State has gone 6-12 against the spread. On the road, their ATS record is 7-9. Over their last 10 games as the underdog, the Bobcats are just 3-7 vs. the spread.</p><p>This season, the over/under record for Texas State games is 11-17 and today's line of 134.5 is lower than the average over/under line in their games (137.4). Over their last three games, the average scoring total is 154 points and the over/under record in their last 10 games is 4-6.</p><p>The Texas State offense is coming off a game where they scored 73 points against Louisiana-Monroe. They posted a field goal percentage of 53.1% and connected on 7 threes. Leading the team in scoring was Jordan Mason with 13 points. Josh O'Garro also added 11 points for the Bobcats.</p><p>Texas State's defense is currently in line with the NCAA average for points allowed, allowing an average of 70.6 points per game. In their previous game vs. Louisiana-Monroe, the Warhawks finished with a field goal percentage of 53% and a total of 55 points vs. Texas State.</p><h3>Can the Golden Eagles Pull Off a Home Win?</h3><p>With a record of 16-15, Southern Miss has gone 9-9 in Sun Belt Conference play. They have been the favorite in 13 of their 31 games, going 8-5 in those contests.</p>

<p>At home, the Golden Eagles have gone 9-6 this season, and they are coming off a 77-61 loss to Louisiana-Lafayette. Over their last 10 games at home, they have gone 8-2.</p><p>As the favorite this season, Southern Miss has gone 5-7-1 vs. the spread. Their overall ATS mark is 12-16-1. At home, the Golden Eagles are 7-7-1 vs. the spread this year. In their last 10 games as the favorite, Southern Miss is 5-4-1 ATS.</p><p>Southern Miss games have an over/under record of 14-14-1 this season. Today's line of 134.5 is lower than the average over/under line in their games this year (143.1). Over their last three games, the average scoring total is 144 points compared to their season average of 143 points per game.</p><p>The Southern Miss offense is coming off a game where they scored 61 points against Louisiana-Lafayette. They posted a field goal percentage of 40% and connected on 4 threes. The top scorer for the Golden Eagles was Victor Iwuakor with 18 points, while Victor Hart also added 16 to the scoreboard.</p><p>At this time, the Golden Eagles' defense is positioned 137th in the country, permitting 70.9 points per game. The Southern Miss defense is coming off a game in which they gave up a total of 77 points and allowed Louisiana-Lafayette to connect on 6 threes.</p>

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