<p>Don't miss out on the NHL showdown between the Hurricanes and Blackhawks. The game is starting at 8:30 ET on ESPN+, and it's hosted by the Blackhawks at United Center in Chicago, IL. Get ready to place your bets! In this non-conference matchup, the Hurricanes are favored by -1.5 vs. the Blackhawks. The over/under for the game is 6 goals.</p><h3>CAROLINA HURRICANES VS CHICAGO BLACKHAWKS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Chicago Blackhawks +1.5</p><p>This game will be played at United Center at 8:30 ET on Monday, January 20th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE CHICAGO BLACKHAWKS:</h3><ul><li>The Hurricanes 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 Hurricanes on the moneyline</li><li>On the puck line, we like Blackhawks (+1.5)</li></ul><h3>Will the Hurricanes Win on the Road?</h3><p>Carolina improved to 27-16-3 with a 4-2 win over the Capitals. The Hurricanes covered the puck line as -1.5 goal favorites, and the total of 6 goals matched the pre-game line.</p> 

<p>After taking a 1-0 lead, Carolina allowed two goals in the first period. They responded with three unanswered goals, including an empty-netter, to secure the win.</p><p>Dmitry Orlov led the way for the Hurricanes with two goals, including his 3rd of the season. Martin Necas added his 6th goal of the year and contributed two assists, giving him 12 assists this season. Andrei Svechnikov closed the scoring with an empty-netter, his 6th goal of the campaign.</p> <p>Carolina fired 45 shots on goal but was held scoreless on the power play. They scored once in the first period, twice in the second, and added their final goal with just 9 seconds left in the game.</p><p>Despite allowing two late goals in the first period, the Hurricanes' defense tightened up, shutting out the Capitals in the second and third periods. Pyotr Kochetkov made 19 saves with a 90.5% save percentage, while Carolina's defense added 7 takeaways, 10 hits, and 11 blocks.</p><h3>Can the Blackhawks Pull Off a Home Win?</h3><p>With a 4-2 victory over the Ducks, the Blackhawks improved to 15-28-3 this season. Chicago not only won outright but also covered the puck line as underdogs. The total was set at 6.5 goals, but the combined score of 6 fell just short.</p> 

<p>Four different players scored for the Blackhawks, who built a 3-0 lead before the Ducks got on the board. Ryan Donato’s goal at 17:43 in the third period extended Chicago’s lead to 4-1, before Anaheim added a late goal with just 4 seconds left.</p><p>Chicago's offense netted four goals in their 4-2 win over Anaheim, with Ryan Donato scoring his 7th goal of the season. Seth Jones added his 2nd goal, while Teuvo Teravainen scored for the 4th time this year. Isaak Phillips also found the back of the net, marking his first goal of the season.</p> <p>Connor Bedard contributed with two assists, bringing his total to 9 for the season. Taylor Hall added another assist, giving him 4 so far. The Blackhawks took 29 shots on goal and scored twice on power plays.</p><p>Arvid Söderblom made 38 saves with a 95% save percentage in the Blackhawks' 4-2 win over the Ducks. The defense had 6 takeaways and 5 hits but gave up two late goals, one at 10:16 in the 3rd period and another at 19:56.</p>

Carolina Hurricanes vs Chicago Blackhawks Betting Pick & Prediction 1/20/25

<p>At 3:00 ET, the Knicks (-250) will host the Hawks (+207) in a game that will be televised on MSG. The Knicks are favored by 6.5 points and the over/under line is 235.</p>

<p>Atlanta is currently 6th in the Eastern Conference with a record of 22-19, while New York is 3rd in the East at 27-16. The Hawks have won three straight games and are 1st in the Southeast Division, while the Knicks are 2nd in the Atlantic.</p><h3>ATLANTA HAWKS VS NEW YORK KNICKS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Atlanta Hawks +6.5</p><p>This game will be played at Madison Square Garden at 3:00 ET on Monday, January 20th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE ATLANTA HAWKS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 126-125 in favor of the Knicks.</li><li>Our projections have Jalen Brunson finishing with 28 points, 3 rebounds and 7 assists.</li><li>From the field, we have the Knicks finishing with a field goal percentage of 46.5% and knocking down 15 threes.</li></ul><h3>Will Atlanta Secure A Victory as Road Underdogs?</h3><p>The Hawks improved to 22-19 on the season with a 119-115 win over the Celtics on Saturday. Atlanta, who entered the game as +9.5 point underdogs, not only pulled off the upset but also covered the spread. The total points for the game ended at 234, just under the O/U line of 237.5.</p> <p>After falling behind 33-21 in the 1st quarter, Atlanta turned things around by holding Boston to just 15 points in the 2nd quarter while scoring 31. Although the Celtics took the 3rd quarter 30-21, the Hawks rallied in the 4th, outscoring Boston 31-26 to seal the win.</p><p>In their win over the Celtics, the Hawks shot 47.3% from the field, but struggled from beyond the arc, hitting just 9 threes at a 24.3% rate. Trae Young led the way with 28 points and 11 assists, while Dyson Daniels added 23 points, shooting 78.6% from the floor.</p> <p>Onyeka Okongwu contributed 19 points and 13 rebounds, making 2 threes at 66.7%. Young scored 11 points in the 4th quarter, and added 3 more in overtime. Okongwu also came up big late, scoring 11 in the 2nd quarter and 5 more in OT.</p><p>Despite a tough 1st quarter where the Hawks allowed 33 points, they tightened up defensively in the 2nd, giving up just 15 points. Overall, they held the Celtics to 115 points on 38% shooting, including 28% from beyond the arc, where Boston hit 15 threes.</p> <p>Atlanta sent the Celtics to the line 23 times, where they made 20 free throws. The Hawks grabbed 42 defensive rebounds but gave up 17 offensive boards. They also contributed 9 steals and 10 blocked shots in the game.</p><h3>Do the Knicks Have What it Takes at Home?</h3><p>The Knicks fell to 27-16 on the season after a 116-99 loss to the Timberwolves on Friday. New York, who were -3 point favorites, not only lost but also failed to cover the spread. The total points for the game ended at 215, just under the line of 216.5.</p> <p>New York struggled early, as Minnesota went on a 10-0 run, extending their lead from 13-12 to 23-12. The Knicks fought back, outscoring the Timberwolves 38-35 in the 2nd quarter and holding them to 18 points in the 3rd. However, they couldn’t keep up in the 4th, where they were outscored 35-21.</p><p>In their 116-99 loss to the Timberwolves, the Knicks shot just 38.9% from the field, though they connected on 41.2% of their threes, making 14 from deep. Jalen Brunson led the way with 26 points, 13 of which came in the 1st quarter.</p> <p>Cameron Payne added 18 points, scoring 16 in the 2nd quarter, and hitting 4 threes at an 80% clip. OG Anunoby also contributed 18 points, with 10 coming in the 3rd quarter, and he made 3 threes, shooting 50% from beyond the arc.</p><p>Defensively, the Knicks struggled in the 2nd and 4th quarters, giving up 35 points in each, leading to a 116-99 loss to the Timberwolves. Despite a strong 3rd quarter where they allowed just 18 points, New York couldn’t contain Minnesota’s offense, which shot 53% from the field.</p> <p>The Timberwolves were particularly effective from beyond the arc, hitting 22 threes at a 55% clip. The Knicks sent Minnesota to the line 14 times, where they made 10 free throws. New York recorded 10 steals and 4 blocks in the game.</p>

Atlanta Hawks vs New York Knicks Betting Pick & Prediction 1/20/25

<p>At 7:00 ET, the Pacers will host the Cavaliers in an Eastern Central division matchup. Indiana has won six straight games and is currently 5th in the Eastern Conference. The Cavaliers are 33-5 and have a 7-point spread over the Pacers.</p>

<p>This game will be played at Gainbridge Fieldhouse in Indianapolis and can be seen on TNT. The over/under line is set at 230.5.</p><h3>CLEVELAND CAVALIERS VS INDIANA PACERS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Cleveland Cavaliers -7</p><p>This game will be played at Gainbridge Fieldhouse at 7:00 ET on Tuesday, January 14th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE CLEVELAND CAVALIERS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 136-126 in favor of the Cavaliers.</li><li>Our projections have Donovan Mitchell finishing with 23 points, 4 rebounds and 5 assists.</li><li>From the field, we have the Cavaliers finishing with a field goal percentage of 48.1% and knocking down 18 threes.</li></ul><h3>Is a Road Win Possible for Cleveland?</h3><p>The Cavaliers fell to 33-5 on the season after a 108-93 home loss to the Pacers on Sunday. Cleveland, favored by nine points, not only lost but also failed to cover the spread. The game’s total points of 201 were well below the 239.5-point line.</p> <p>Cleveland started strong with a 10-0 run and dominated the 2nd quarter, outscoring Indiana 34-19. However, the Pacers responded by winning the 3rd quarter 37-18 and closed out the game by outscoring the Cavs 31-22 in the 4th.</p><p>The Cavaliers struggled offensively in their 108-93 loss to the Pacers, shooting just 39.8% from the field and hitting 26.8% of their three-point attempts, making 11 threes overall. Darius Garland led the way with 20 points, adding 7 assists, while Donovan Mitchell contributed 19 points.</p> <p>Evan Mobley posted a double-double with 16 points and 12 rebounds, shooting 60% from the field. Garland scored 8 points in the 4th quarter, while Mitchell added 7, with 10 of his points coming in the 2nd quarter.</p><p>The Cavaliers' defense was strong in the 1st and 2nd quarters, allowing just 21 and 19 points, respectively. However, they struggled in the 3rd and 4th, giving up 37 and 31 points, leading to a 108-93 loss to the Pacers.</p> <p>Despite the loss, Cleveland held Indiana to 31% shooting from three, with the Pacers making 11 threes. The Cavaliers also sent Indiana to the line 18 times, where they made 11 free throws. Cleveland finished with 38 defensive rebounds, allowing 9 offensive boards, and recorded 4 steals and 5 blocks.</p><h3>Will the Pacers Make it Happen at Home?</h3><p>Indiana improved to 22-18 this season with a 108-93 road win over Cleveland on Sunday. The Pacers entered the game as +9 point underdogs and not only pulled off the upset but covered the spread with a 15-point victory. The total score of 201 points fell well short of the 239.5-point line.</p> <p>After a slow start, with Cleveland going on a 12-0 run early, the Pacers turned things around. They were outscored 34-19 in the 2nd quarter but responded by dominating the 3rd, outscoring the Cavs 37-18. Indiana then sealed the win by taking the 4th quarter 31-22.</p><p>Andrew Nembhard led the Pacers with 19 points and 4 assists in their win over the Cavaliers, shooting 63.6% from the field and hitting 2 threes at 50%. Pascal Siakam added 18 points and 9 rebounds, despite shooting just 38.1%, while Myles Turner contributed 15 points and 10 boards, knocking down 2 threes at 33.3%.</p> <p>As a team, the Pacers shot 46.7% from the field and made 11 threes at 31.4%. Nembhard scored 11 points in the 4th quarter, while Obi Toppin and Bennedict Mathurin each scored 10 points in the 3rd.</p><p>The Pacers' defense was strong on Sunday, holding the Cavaliers to just 93 points on 39% shooting. Indiana had two standout quarters, allowing only 19 points in the 1st and 18 in the 3rd.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, the Pacers limited Cleveland to 11 threes on 26% shooting. Indiana also controlled the boards, giving up just 6 offensive rebounds while collecting 11 steals and 7 blocks.</p>

Cleveland Cavaliers vs Indiana Pacers Betting Pick & Prediction 1/14/25

<p>The Vikings and Jaguars are set to face off at 2:00 ET on ESPN+. The Jaguars will host the game at Corteva Coliseum in Indianapolis, IN. In this Horizon League matchup, Cleveland State is favored bt -5.5 vs. IU Indy. The over/under for the game is 140.5 points.</p><h3>CLEVELAND STATE VIKINGS VS IU INDY JAGUARS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: IU Indy Jaguars +5.5</p><p>This game will be played at Corteva Coliseum at 2:00 ET on Sunday, January 19th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE IU INDY JAGUARS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 75-72 in favor of the Jaguars.</li><li>Not only will IU Indy pick up the win, but look for them to cover at +5.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 140.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 147 points.</li></ul><h3>Will Cleveland State Secure A Victory as Road Favorites?</h3><h3>Cleveland State Vikings Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>The Vikings improved to 10-6 on the season with a 76-58 win over Northern Kentucky on Wednesday. Playing at home, Cleveland State entered the game as 5-point favorites and covered the spread with the win.</p> 

<p>Leading 35-28 at halftime, the Vikings scored 41 points in the 2nd half while holding Northern Kentucky to 30. The game’s total points of 134 narrowly exceeded the over/under line of 132.5.</p><p>Cleveland State put up 76 points in their last game, shooting 48.4% from the field and 35.7% from beyond the arc. They hit 5 threes on 14 attempts, and their effective field goal percentage was 51.6%. At the free-throw line, they connected on 11 of 14 attempts, good for 78.6%.</p> <p>The Vikings grabbed 16 offensive rebounds, with Keeyan Itejere pulling down 14 boards overall. Tahj Staveskie led the team with 20 points, hitting 4 of 10 from three-point range. Sam Vinson added 17 points, while Trey Robinson contributed 16 despite shooting 35.3% from the field.</p><p>Despite Cleveland State's defensive efforts, they gave up 58 points, with the opposing team shooting 48% from the field. The Vikings allowed 25 two-point field goals on 48 attempts, a 52% shooting rate.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, the opposing team went 5/14, shooting 35%. Cleveland State also sent them to the free-throw line 14 times, where they converted 11 attempts, a 78% success rate. The Vikings gave up 16 offensive rebounds.</p><h3>Will the Jaguars Defense Show Up at Home?</h3><p>IU Indy dropped to 3-13 on the season after a 72-59 road loss to Oakland on Wednesday. The Jaguars entered the game as +9 underdogs and failed to cover the spread.</p> <p>After trailing 36-25 at halftime, IU Indy scored 34 points in the 2nd half but allowed 36. The game’s total points of 131 fell just under the O/U line of 134.</p><p>In their last game, the Jaguars managed just 59 points, shooting 42.6% from the field. They hit only 26.1% from beyond the arc, connecting on 6 of 23 attempts, while their effective field goal percentage came in at 48.9%.</p> <p>Allen Mukeba was a standout, going 7 for 8 from the field and finishing with 20 points and 9 rebounds. Buru Naivalurua also shot 7 for 8, adding 14 points, while Jarvis Walker contributed 16 points and 4 assists.</p><p>IU Indy Jaguars gave up 72 points in their last game, with the opposing team shooting 49% from the field on 25 of 51 attempts. Inside the arc, the Jaguars allowed 65% shooting, with the other team hitting 17 of 26 two-point shots.</p> <p>From three-point range, the Jaguars' defense saw the opposition make 8 of 25 attempts, a 32% success rate. They also sent the other team to the free-throw line 17 times, where they converted 14 shots for 82%. IU Indy allowed 9 offensive rebounds.</p>

Cleveland State Vikings vs IU Indy Jaguars NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 1/19/25

<p>The Cleveland Cavaliers (-302) are favored by 8 points over the visiting Phoenix Suns (+247) in a non-conference matchup. The over/under line for this game is 234.5 points.</p>

<p>This game will be played at Rocket Mortgage FieldHouse in Cleveland, with tip-off scheduled for 3:30 ET. The game can be seen on AZFa.</p><h3>PHOENIX SUNS VS CLEVELAND CAVALIERS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Phoenix Suns +8</p><p>This game will be played at Rocket Mortgage FieldHouse at 3:30 ET on Monday, January 20th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE PHOENIX SUNS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 133-111 in favor of the Suns.</li><li>Our projections have Devin Booker finishing with 26 points, 4 rebounds and 7 assists.</li><li>From the field, we have the Suns finishing with a field goal percentage of 48.5% and knocking down 15 threes.</li></ul><h3>Do the Suns Have What it Takes in Cleveland?</h3><p>With a 125-121 victory over the Pistons on Saturday, the Suns improved to 21-20 on the season. Phoenix, favored by 1 point, covered the spread, and the game’s total of 246 points exceeded the O/U line of 226.5 by 19.5 points.</p> <p>Playing on the road, the Suns edged out the Pistons by 4 points. The game was tightly contested throughout, with Phoenix leading 98-95 heading into the 4th quarter before outscoring Detroit 27-26 in the final period.</p><p>Kevin Durant and Devin Booker combined for 71 points in the Suns' win over the Pistons, with Durant scoring 21 of his 36 points in the 3rd quarter. Booker added 13 points in the 1st quarter and finished with 35 points. Nick Richards contributed 21 points, shooting 87.5% from the field.</p> <p>Phoenix shot 50% from the field, but struggled from beyond the arc, hitting just 7 threes at a 28% rate. Ryan Dunn scored 10 of his 12 points in the opening quarter.</p><p>Despite giving up 121 points, the Suns managed to hold off the Pistons on Saturday. Phoenix allowed 29 points in the 1st quarter and 31 in the 2nd, but their defense struggled in the 3rd, giving up 35 points. They tightened up in the 4th, allowing just 26 points to secure the win.</p> <p>The Suns did a good job defending the three, holding Detroit to 9 made threes on 27% shooting. Phoenix also recorded 37 defensive rebounds, but they allowed 15 offensive boards. They finished the game with 6 steals and 3 blocks.</p><h3>Can Cleveland Secure a Home Victory?</h3><p>The Cavaliers improved to 35-6 this season with a 124-117 road win over the Timberwolves on Saturday. Cleveland, favored by 4.5 points, covered the spread with the seven-point win. The game’s total of 241 points went over the pre-game line of 227.</p> <p>A key 12-0 run by Cleveland stretched the score from 36-31 to 48-31. They took control with a strong 3rd quarter, outscoring Minnesota 29-19, and held off a late push from the Timberwolves, who won the 4th quarter 38-35.</p><p>Donovan Mitchell led the Cavaliers to a win over the Timberwolves, scoring 36 points and adding 8 rebounds and 7 assists. He hit 4 threes, despite shooting just 26.7% from beyond the arc. Darius Garland contributed 29 points, connecting on 5 threes at a 50% rate.</p> <p>The Cavs made 17 threes as a team, shooting 35.4% from deep and 45.7% overall. Ty Jerome was perfect from three, hitting 2 threes and finishing with 15 points on 71.4% shooting.</p><p>Even with a tough 4th quarter where they gave up 38 points, the Cavaliers held on for the win. Their best defensive effort came in the 3rd quarter, allowing just 19 points. Overall, Cleveland gave up 117 points on 47% shooting from the field.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, the Cavaliers allowed Minnesota to hit 15 threes on 39% shooting. The Timberwolves also went 16/19 from the free-throw line. Cleveland finished with 34 defensive rebounds, gave up 9 offensive boards, and recorded 4 steals.</p>

Phoenix Suns vs Cleveland Cavaliers Betting Pick & Prediction 1/20/25

<p>The Mountaineers and Buffaloes are set to face off at 3:00 ET on ESPN+. The Buffaloes will host the game at CU Events Center in Boulder, CO. The over/under for this game is set at 136.5 points, and Colorado is favored by -1 vs. West Virginia in a Big 12 conference matchup.</p><h3>WEST VIRGINIA MOUNTAINEERS VS COLORADO BUFFALOES BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Colorado Buffaloes -1</p><p>This game will be played at CU Events Center at 3:00 ET on Sunday, January 12th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE COLORADO BUFFALOES:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 76-71 in favor of the Buffaloes.</li><li>Not only will Colorado pick up the win, but look for them to cover at -1.</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 West Virginia Pull Out the Win as Road Underdogs?</h3><p>West Virginia’s season record dropped to 11-3 after a 75-56 home loss to Arizona on Tuesday. The Mountaineers entered the game as +4 underdogs and failed to cover the spread. The total points for the game were 131, falling short of the 143.5 O/U line.</p> <p>West Virginia trailed 39-28 at halftime and couldn’t close the gap in the second half, scoring 28 points while allowing 36.</p><p>West Virginia struggled offensively in their last game, scoring just 56 points on 36.2% shooting from the field. Their effective field goal percentage was 43.1%, with the team hitting only 27.6% from beyond the arc, connecting on 8 of 29 attempts.</p> <p>KJ Lewis led the Mountaineers with 21 points, shooting 69.2% overall, while adding 4 assists. Javon Small contributed 17 points, 6 rebounds, and 5 assists, despite shooting just 35.3% from the floor.</p><p>West Virginia's defense held their opponent to 75 points, with a solid effort in limiting their shooting to just 36% from the field. The Mountaineers allowed 21 field goals on 58 attempts.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, West Virginia's defense kept their opponent to 8 made threes on 29 attempts, a 27% shooting performance. They also sent their opponent to the free-throw line 8 times, where they made 6 free throws.</p><h3>Can the Buffaloes Pull Off a Home Win?</h3><p>Colorado dropped to 9-5 on the season after a narrow 75-74 loss to UCF on Wednesday. The Buffaloes, who were +6.5 point underdogs going into the game, managed to cover the spread.</p> <p>Colorado led 37-34 at halftime but allowed 41 points in the second half while scoring 37. The game’s total points of 149 slightly exceeded the over/under line of 148.5.</p><p>Colorado's offense was firing on all cylinders in their last game, shooting 52.2% from the field and 53.8% from three-point range, hitting 7 of 13 attempts. Their effective field goal percentage was an impressive 60.9%, and they also connected on 79.2% of their free throws, going 19 for 24 from the line.</p> <p>Julian Hammond III led the way with 26 points, shooting 57.1% overall and 50% from deep. Jordan Ivy-Curry added 22 points, hitting 4 threes, while Andrej Jakimovski was 4 of 5 from beyond the arc, finishing with 16 points and shooting 66.7% from the field.</p><p>Colorado's defense gave up 75 points in their last game, with the opposing team shooting 39% from the field, hitting 22 of their 56 attempts. Inside the arc, they shot 42%, making 12 of 28 two-point shots.</p> <p>From three-point range, the opposition went 10/28, shooting 35%. They also got to the free-throw line 28 times, converting 21 of those for a 75% success rate. Colorado allowed 9 offensive rebounds in the game.</p>

West Virginia Mountaineers vs Colorado Buffaloes NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 1/12/25

<p>Making on a bet on this NHL game featuring the Sabres versus the Kraken? The puck drops at 4:00 ET, and you can watch it all unfold on ESPN+. The game will be played at Climate Pledge Arena in Seattle, WA. This non-conference matchup has an over/under of 5.5 goals, and the Kraken are favored by -1.5 against the Sabres.</p><h3>BUFFALO SABRES VS SEATTLE KRAKEN BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Seattle Kraken -1.5</p><p>This game will be played at Climate Pledge Arena at 4:00 ET on Monday, January 20th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE SEATTLE KRAKEN:</h3><ul><li>The Kraken 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 Kraken on the moneyline</li><li>On the spread, we like Sabres (+1.5)</li></ul><h3>Can the Sabres Pull Off a Road Win?</h3><p>Buffalo dropped to 17-23-5 after a 2-1 road loss to the Red Wings. The Sabres took an early lead with Alex Tuch’s short-handed goal at 11:39 in the first period, but Detroit responded with two power-play goals in the second.</p> 

<p>The total for the game was set at 6.5 goals, but the teams combined for just 3. Buffalo, as the underdog on the puck line, failed to cover. The Sabres’ offense was held scoreless after Tuch’s goal, which came at 8:21 in the first period.</p><p>Buffalo's offense managed just one goal in their 2-1 loss to Detroit, with Alex Tuch scoring his 5th of the season on a shorthanded effort at 8:21 in the first period. The Sabres fired 32 shots on goal but were unable to find the net again.</p> <p>Buffalo had 13 giveaways and didn’t register any assists. After Tuch’s early goal, the Sabres were held scoreless in the second and third periods.</p><p>Buffalo's defense gave up two goals in their last outing against Detroit, both coming in the second period on power plays. Goalie Ukko-Pekka Luukkonen made 21 saves with a 91.3% save percentage, while the Sabres' defense added 5 takeaways and 17 hits.</p><h3>Can Seattle Deliver Being Favored at Home?</h3><p>Seattle’s record dropped to 20-24-3 after a 2-0 road loss to the Bruins. The Kraken were underdogs on the puck line, and the total was set at 6 goals, but the combined 2 goals fell short of that mark.</p> <p>Both of Boston’s goals came in the first period, with the Kraken’s offense unable to respond. Seattle managed 23 shots on goal but couldn’t find the net.</p><p>Seattle's offense was shut out in their 2-0 loss to Boston, despite firing 23 shots on goal. The Kraken struggled with giveaways, committing 19 in the game.</p> <p>Seattle failed to score in all three periods, and none of their players found the net in this one. The team was unable to capitalize on any power play opportunities.</p><p>Seattle's defense gave up two early goals, both in the first period. The first came at 3:23, and the second at 10:03 on a Bruins power play. Joey Daccord finished with 31 saves and a 93.9% save percentage, while the Kraken's defense added 4 takeaways and 18 hits.</p>

Buffalo Sabres vs Seattle Kraken Betting Pick & Prediction 1/20/25

<p>Don't miss out on the NCAA showdown between the Wolfpack and Hokies. The game is starting at 7:00 ET on ESPNU, and it's hosted by the Hokies at Cassell Coliseum in Blacksburg, VA. Get ready to place your bets! North Carolina State come into this Atlantic Coast conference matchup as the -2.5 favorite. The over/under line currently sits at 132.5 points.</p><h3>NORTH CAROLINA STATE WOLFPACK VS VIRGINIA TECH HOKIES BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Virginia Tech Hokies +2.5</p><p>This game will be played at Cassell Coliseum at 7:00 ET on Wednesday, January 15th.</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 +2.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 132.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 145 points.</li></ul><h3>Will North Carolina State Secure A Victory as Road Favorites?</h3><p>North Carolina State dropped to 9-7 on the season after a narrow 63-61 loss to North Carolina on Saturday. The Wolfpack were +4.5 point underdogs heading into the game and managed to cover the spread, but they couldn’t pull off the win at home.</p> <p>NC State trailed 26-20 at halftime but came out strong in the second half, scoring 41 points while allowing 37. Despite the late push, they couldn’t complete the comeback. The game’s total points of 124 fell well short of the 150.5 over/under line.</p><p>NC State's offense struggled in their last game, shooting just 36.9% from the field and 15.8% from beyond the arc, hitting only 3 of 19 attempts. Their effective field goal percentage was 40%, but they did manage to connect on 83.3% of their free throws, going 10 for 12.</p> <p>Ian Jackson led the way with 21 points, hitting 5 of 8 threes, while Marcus Hill added 20 points and 9 rebounds. The Wolfpack grabbed 16 offensive boards but finished with just 7 assists as a team.</p><p>North Carolina State's defense held their opponent to 63 points, with a field goal percentage of just 36% (24/65). They limited two-point shooting to 21/46 (45%).</p> <p>From beyond the arc, NC State's defense was even more effective, allowing only 3/19 (15%) shooting. They sent their opponent to the line 12 times, where they made 10 free throws (83%).</p><h3>Will Virginia Tech Come Through as Home Underdogs?</h3><p>Virginia Tech improved to 7-9 on the season with a 71-68 road win over California on Saturday. The Hokies entered the game as +7 point underdogs and not only pulled off the upset but also covered the spread. The total points for the game were 139, falling short of the 144.5 O/U line.</p> <p>Virginia Tech appeared to be cruising after taking a 42-23 lead into halftime, but they allowed Cal to score 45 points in the 2nd half while managing just 29 points themselves. Despite the late scare, the Hokies held on for the win.</p><p>Virginia Tech's offense was clicking in their last game, shooting 57.1% from the field and 50% from three-point range, finishing with 71 points. Their effective field goal percentage was 61.2%, and they hit 24 of 41 two-point attempts (58.5%).</p> <p>Andrej Stojakovic led the Hokies with 24 points, despite shooting 40% overall and 16.7% from deep. Tyler Johnson contributed 11 points and 12 rebounds, hitting 71.4% of his shots. Virginia Tech also recorded 12 assists and 7 offensive rebounds.</p><p>Virginia Tech's defense held their opponent to 68 points on 32% shooting from the field, including 36% from two-point range (15/41).</p> <p>From beyond the arc, they limited the damage to 7 made threes on 27 attempts (25%).</p>

North Carolina State Wolfpack vs Virginia Tech Hokies NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 1/15/25

<p>Looking to win big? The Lightning and Maple Leafs face off at 7:30 ET on NHLN. The Maple Leafs are hosting the game at Scotiabank Arena in Toronto, ON. The over/under for this matchup is currently set at 6.5 goals and the Maple Leafs are the -1.5 favorite to win at home vs. the Lightning.</p><h3>TAMPA BAY LIGHTNING VS TORONTO MAPLE LEAFS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Toronto Maple Leafs -1.5</p><p>This game will be played at Scotiabank Arena at 7:30 ET on Monday, January 20th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE TORONTO MAPLE LEAFS:</h3><ul><li>Even though they are considered 1.5-goal underdogs, our projection points to a 4-3 win for the Lightning.</li><li>We like the Lightning on the moneyline (-109)</li><li>The Lightning are also our pick on the spread at +1.5</li></ul><h3>Taking a Look at the Lightning Chances in Toronto</h3><p>Tampa Bay’s defense faltered in a 7-4 loss to the Jets, moving the Lightning’s record to 25-16-3. The total for the game was set at 6.5 goals, but the teams combined for 11, well over the line. As the underdogs on the puck line, the Lightning failed to cover.</p> 

<p>Tampa Bay led 2-0 early, but the Jets responded with seven of the next nine goals. All four of the Lightning’s goals came from different players.</p><p>The Lightning fired 30 shots on goal in their 7-4 loss to the Jets, with four different players finding the net. Brandon Hagel opened the scoring at 13:11 in the first period, marking his 7th goal of the season. Brayden Point followed with his 8th goal, which came on a power play at 11:58 in the first.</p> <p>Mitchell Chaffee added his 4th goal of the season in the second period, and Nikita Kucherov, who now has 10 goals this year, scored unassisted at 13:09 in the third period to tie the game 4-4.</p><p>Defensively, the Lightning struggled late, giving up the final three goals in their 7-4 loss to the Jets. The first of those came at 12:22 in the 3rd period, followed by two empty-netters. Jonas Johansson made 27 saves with a save percentage of 84.4%. Tampa Bay’s defense also recorded 6 takeaways and 16 hits.</p><h3>Can Toronto Deliver Being Favored at Home?</h3><p>Toronto's latest game ended in a 2-1 overtime loss to the Wild, moving their record to 29-16-2. The Maple Leafs were underdogs on the puck line, with the total set at 6 goals, but the combined score of 3 fell well short of that mark.</p> 

<p>After the Wild scored first, William Nylander tied it up with a power-play goal at 19:08 in the first period. Minnesota secured the win with a goal at 2:14 in overtime.</p><p>Toronto took 28 shots on goal in their 2-1 overtime loss to the Wild, but only managed to score once. William Nylander netted his 9th goal of the season on a power play, with Auston Matthews picking up his 6th assist and Mitchell Marner his 12th.</p> <p>The Leafs had 10 giveaways and were held scoreless after the first period. They were shut out in both the second and third periods, as well as in overtime.</p><p>Defensively, the Maple Leafs gave up the first goal at 9:41 in the first period and the game-winner at 2:14 in overtime. Anthony Stolarz made 31 saves with a 93.9% save percentage. Toronto's defense also contributed 2 takeaways and 30 hits.</p>

Tampa Bay Lightning vs Toronto Maple Leafs Betting Pick & Prediction 1/20/25

<p>Looking to win big? The Blues and Golden Knights face off at 6:00 ET on ESPN+. The Golden Knights are hosting the game at T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas, NV. The odds for this Western conference game currently have the Golden Knights as the -1.5 goal favorite with the over/under line sitting at 6 goals.</p><h3>ST. LOUIS BLUES VS VEGAS GOLDEN KNIGHTS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Vegas Golden Knights -1.5</p><p>This game will be played at T-Mobile Arena at 6:00 ET on Monday, January 20th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE VEGAS GOLDEN KNIGHTS:</h3><ul><li>Based on projections, we have the Golden Knights coming out on top by a score of 4-2.</li><li>Take the Golden Knights on the moneyline</li><li>The Golden Knights should also cover at -1.5</li></ul><h3>Can the Blues Lock in a Road Win?</h3><p>With a 4-2 win over the Maple Leafs, the Blues moved above .500 to 22-21-4. St. Louis, as underdogs on the puck line, covered the 1.5-goal spread. The total for the game was set at 6 goals, and the combined score hit exactly that number.</p> 

<p>After falling behind in the first period, the Blues responded with four unanswered goals. Three different players scored for St. Louis, with Colton Parayko leading the way with two goals.</p><p>Colton Parayko led the way for the Blues with his second and third goals of the season, adding a fifth assist on Pavel Buchnevich’s fourth goal, which came on an empty net. Ryan Suter also contributed with two assists, bringing his total to three this season.</p> <p>After a scoreless first period, St. Louis scored three times in the second, with Jordan Kyrou netting his third goal of the year. Despite 14 offensive giveaways, the Blues managed 24 shots on goal.</p><p>Defensively, the Blues will look to carry over their performance from their previous game, where they allowed just two goals to the Maple Leafs. Jordan Binnington made 35 saves with a 94.6% save percentage. The Blues’ defense also finished with 17 hits and 3 takeaways.</p><h3>Pressure Builds for Vegas as Home Favorites</h3><p>Vegas improved to 29-14-3 with a 4-3 win over Utah, but it wasn’t easy. The Golden Knights trailed 2-0 before rallying to tie the game, eventually winning with a Brett Howden goal in overtime.</p> 

<p>The Golden Knights were favored on the puck line, but failed to cover. The total was set at 6.5 goals, and the combined 7 goals pushed the game over the line.</p><p>After a scoreless first period, the Golden Knights found the net twice in the second, with Pavel Dorofeyev scoring his 7th goal of the season and Noah Hanifin adding his 2nd. William Karlsson followed up with his 2nd goal of the year in the third period, and Brett Howden secured the win with his 6th goal, coming 2:15 into overtime.</p> <p>The Golden Knights fired 35 shots on goal and recorded 13 offensive giveaways. Hanifin also contributed two assists, bringing his season total to 5. Mark Stone added another assist, his 15th of the year.</p><p>Despite Vegas taking a 3-2 lead in the 3rd period, their defense allowed a late goal at 13:10, sending the game to overtime. They also gave up the first two goals, one at 11:52 in the 1st period and another at 12:00 in the 2nd. Adin Hill finished with 16 saves and an 84.2% save percentage. The Golden Knights' defense recorded 10 takeaways and 22 hits.</p>

St. Louis Blues vs Vegas Golden Knights Betting Pick & Prediction 1/20/25

<p>Making on a bet on this NHL game featuring the Blue Jackets versus the Islanders? The puck drops at 7:30 ET, and you can watch it all unfold on ESPN+. The game will be played at UBS Arena in Elmont, NY. The over/under goal line for this matchup is currently at 5.5 goals, and the Islanders are favored by -1.5 vs. the Blue Jackets.</p><h3>COLUMBUS BLUE JACKETS VS NEW YORK ISLANDERS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: New York Islanders -1.5</p><p>This game will be played at UBS Arena at 7:30 ET on Monday, January 20th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE NEW YORK ISLANDERS:</h3><ul><li>The Islanders 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 Islanders on the moneyline</li><li>On the spread, we like Blue Jackets (+1.5)</li></ul><h3>Will Columbus Shock Everyone at UBS Arena?</h3><p>Columbus fell to 22-17-7 after a 7-2 loss to the Capitals. The Blue Jackets’ defense struggled from the start, allowing five goals in the first period.</p> 

<p>As underdogs on the puck line, the Blue Jackets failed to cover. The pre-game total was set at 6.5 goals, but the combined 9 goals easily surpassed that mark.</p><p>Columbus took 36 shots on goal in their 7-2 loss to Washington, but only managed to score twice. Damon Severson netted his 4th goal of the season, while Kevin Labanc added his 2nd. The Blue Jackets were held scoreless in the first period before Severson found the net 49 seconds into the second period.</p> <p>Columbus had 13 giveaways and picked up two assists on Labanc’s goal, with Zach Aston-Reese earning his 2nd assist of the season and Sean Monahan his 5th. The Blue Jackets were unable to convert on any power play opportunities.</p><p>Defensively, Columbus got off to a rough start, giving up five goals in the first period. They allowed another in the second and one more in the third, leading to a 7-2 loss. Goalie Daniil Tarasov made 15 saves with a 68.2% save percentage. The Blue Jackets' defense had 17 hits and 10 takeaways.</p><h3>Will New York Find a Way to Win at Home?</h3><p>The Islanders fell to 18-20-7 after a 5-2 loss to the Rangers. As underdogs on the puck line, the Islanders failed to cover. The total was set at 6 goals, and the combined 7 goals surpassed that mark.</p>

<p>New York’s defense struggled, allowing the Rangers to score first at 16:16 in the first period. The Islanders didn’t get on the board until the second period, with Casey Cizikas scoring at 15:22.</p><p>The Islanders fired 37 shots on goal but only found the net twice in their 5-2 loss to the Rangers. Casey Cizikas scored his first goal of the season, while Brock Nelson added his fifth, with his goal coming just 8 seconds before the second period ended.</p> <p>New York had 23 giveaways and went scoreless in the first and third periods. They picked up four assists, with Pierre Engvall earning his first of the season.</p><p>Defensively, the Islanders allowed the first goal just 3:44 into the game and another at 1:21 into the 2nd period. After closing the gap to 3-2 late in the 2nd, they gave up two more goals in the 3rd, including one at the 5:18 mark. Ilya Sorokin made 35 saves with an 89.7% save percentage.</p>

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<p>At 8:00 ET, the Jazz (-568) will travel to take on the Pelicans (+418) at the Smoothie King Center. Utah (10-30) is currently on a two-game losing streak and is 15th in the Western Conference. New Orleans (11-32) has won three straight games and is 14th in the West.</p>

<p>The over/under line for this Western Conference matchup is 232.5 points. The Pelicans (-11) are favored by 11 points over the Jazz. Gulf will have the TV coverage for this game.</p><h3>UTAH JAZZ VS NEW ORLEANS PELICANS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: New Orleans Pelicans -11</p><p>This game will be played at Smoothie King Center at 8:00 ET on Monday, January 20th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE NEW ORLEANS PELICANS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 135-62 in favor of the Pelicans.</li><li>Our projections have Zion Williamson finishing with 23 points, 7 rebounds and 5 assists.</li><li>From the field, we have the Pelicans finishing with a field goal percentage of 45.5% and knocking down 15 threes.</li></ul><h3>Will the Jazz Find a Way to Win in New Orleans?</h3><p>The Jazz fell to 10-30 on the season after a 136-123 loss to the Pelicans on Friday. Utah, who entered the game as +12 point underdogs, failed to cover the spread. The combined score of 259 points exceeded the pre-game total of 232.5 by 26.5 points.</p> <p>New Orleans took control early with a 17-0 run, pushing the score from 15-8 to 32-8. Utah responded by winning the 2nd quarter 30-19, but the Pelicans extended their lead to 96-80 heading into the 4th. Despite a 43-point effort in the final quarter, Utah couldn’t close the gap.</p><p>Keyonte George led the Jazz with 26 points and 4 made threes in their loss to the Pelicans, shooting 44.4% from deep. Collin Sexton added 24 points on 63.6% shooting, while Drew Eubanks contributed 17 points, hitting 75% of his shots. The Jazz connected on 13 threes at a 34.2% rate, with an overall field goal percentage of 50%.</p> <p>George scored 12 points in the 4th quarter, while Eubanks added 9 in the final period. Svi Mykhailiuk had 10 of his 16 points in the 2nd quarter, and Sexton chipped in 8 points in both the 1st and 3rd quarters.</p><p>Despite a strong defensive effort in the 2nd quarter, where they held the Pelicans to just 19 points, the Jazz couldn’t contain New Orleans in the 1st and 4th quarters, allowing 42 and 40 points, respectively, in a 136-123 loss. Overall, the Pelicans shot 47% from the field.</p> <p>The Jazz struggled to defend the three-point line, as the Pelicans hit 22 threes at a 44% clip. Utah also sent New Orleans to the free-throw line 31 times, where they converted 20 attempts. The Jazz recorded 7 steals and 8 blocks in the game.</p><h3>Will the Pelicans Win at Smoothie King Center?</h3><p>The Pelicans improved to 11-32 on the season with a 136-123 win over the Jazz on Friday. Playing at home, New Orleans entered the game as -12 point favorites and covered the spread. The game’s total points of 259.5 exceeded the O/U line of 232.5 by 26.5 points.</p> <p>New Orleans jumped out to a big lead early, going on a 17-0 run to take the score from 15-8 to 32-8. They led 42-22 after the 1st quarter, but Utah responded by winning the 2nd quarter 30-19. The Pelicans regained control in the 3rd, outscoring the Jazz 35-28, and despite losing the 4th quarter 43-40, they held on for the win.</p><p>The Pelicans knocked down 22 threes at a 44% clip in their win over the Jazz, finishing with 136 points. CJ McCollum led the way, hitting 6 threes and scoring 26 points, with 15 of those coming in the 1st quarter.</p> <p>Jose Alvarado scored 16 of his 19 points in the 4th quarter, while Zion Williamson added 9 of his 24 points in the final period. Trey Murphy also contributed 19 points in the win.</p><p>Despite giving up 123 points, the Pelicans' defense was solid in the 1st and 3rd quarters, where they allowed 22 and 28 points, respectively. However, they struggled in the 4th, giving up 43 points. Overall, they allowed the Jazz to shoot 50% from the field.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, the Pelicans held the Jazz to 13 made threes on 34% shooting. They also sent Utah to the line 30 times, where the Jazz made 24 free throws. Defensively, New Orleans recorded 9 steals and 8 blocks.</p>

Utah Jazz vs New Orleans Pelicans Betting Pick & Prediction 1/20/25

<p>Making on a bet on this NCAA game featuring the Eagles versus the Trojans? Tip off is at at 2:00 ET, and you can watch it all unfold on ESPN+. The game will be played at Jack Stephens Center in Little Rock, AR. The over/under for this Ohio Valley conference contest is set at 136.5 points, with Little Rock being favored by -6 at home against Morehead State.</p><h3>MOREHEAD STATE EAGLES VS LITTLE ROCK TROJANS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Morehead State Eagles +6</p><p>This game will be played at Jack Stephens Center at 2:00 ET on Thursday, January 9th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE MOREHEAD STATE EAGLES:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 76-72 in favor of the Trojans.</li><li>Even though we have Little Rock winning straight-up, we like Morehead State at +6.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 136.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 148 points.</li></ul><h3>Can Morehead State Stun the Crowd at Jack Stephens Center?</h3><p>Morehead State's season record dropped to 5-7 after a 74-55 road loss to Tennessee Tech on Saturday. The Eagles, who were +2.5 point underdogs, failed to cover the spread. The total points for the game were 129, falling short of the 142.5 O/U line.</p> <p>Morehead State trailed 40-29 at halftime and couldn't turn things around in the 2nd half, scoring just 26 points while allowing 34.</p><p>Morehead State's offense struggled in their last game, scoring just 55 points while shooting 36.5% from the field. Their effective field goal percentage was 38.1%, and they hit only 3 of 15 from beyond the arc, shooting 20% from three-point range. At the free-throw line, they connected on just 6 of 11 attempts, shooting 54.5%.</p> <p>Matthew Sells was a bright spot, hitting 4 of 5 threes and finishing with 17 points on 5 of 6 shooting overall. Jaylon Johnson contributed 8 assists to go along with 12 points and 7 rebounds, while Anouar Mellouk and JaJuan Nicholls both shot 6 of 10 from the field, with Mellouk also grabbing 7 rebounds.</p><p>Morehead State's defense gave up 74 points on 46% shooting from the field, with their opponents hitting 26 of 56 shots. They allowed 18 two-point baskets on 38 attempts, a 47% conversion rate.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Morehead State's defense conceded 8 threes on 18 attempts, with their opponents shooting 44% from deep. They also sent the opposition to the free-throw line 20 times, where they converted 14 free throws, a 70% success rate. Morehead State gave up 7 offensive rebounds in the game.</p><h3>Is a Home Win Possible for the Trojans?</h3><h3>Little Rock Trojans Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>The Trojans fell to 7-6 on the season after a 95-86 road loss to Tennessee State on Saturday. Little Rock entered the game as +1 underdogs and didn’t cover the spread. The total points of 181 far exceeded the O/U line of 139.5.</p> 

<p>Little Rock trailed 44-32 at halftime but put up 54 points in the 2nd half. However, they allowed 51 points in the 2nd half, which prevented them from making a comeback.</p><p>Ante Beljan's 33-point, 11-rebound performance powered Little Rock to 86 points in their last game, as he shot 57.9% from the field. Ronald Jessamy was also efficient, hitting 77.8% of his shots and grabbing 12 boards.</p> <p>Travis Harper II added 20 points, connecting on 4 of 10 from deep, while Johnathan Lawson contributed 16 points and 6 assists despite shooting just 29.4%. The Trojans shot 44.1% overall, 30% from three, and 66.7% from the free-throw line, with 16 offensive rebounds and 13 assists.</p><p>Despite Little Rock's defensive struggles, they sent their opponents to the line 38 times, where they converted 29 free throws for 76%. The Trojans also allowed 14 offensive rebounds in the game.</p>

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<p>At 10:30 ET, the Bulls (18-25) will take on the Clippers (24-17) in a non-conference matchup. The Clippers are favored by 5.5 and have won four straight, while the Bulls have lost five in a row.</p>

<p>This game can be seen on CHSN and will be played at the Intuit Dome in Inglewood.</p><h3>CHICAGO BULLS VS LOS ANGELES CLIPPERS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Chicago Bulls +5.5</p><p>This game will be played at Intuit Dome at 10:30 ET on Monday, January 20th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE CHICAGO BULLS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 125-111 in favor of the Bulls.</li><li>Our projections have Zach LaVine finishing with 23 points, 5 rebounds and 4 assists.</li><li>From the field, we have the Bulls finishing with a field goal percentage of 47.0% and knocking down 16 threes.</li></ul><h3>Can the Bulls Pull Out the Win as Road Underdogs?</h3><p>The Bulls dropped to 18-25 on the season after a 113-102 road loss to the Trail Blazers on Sunday. Chicago, who entered the game as 4.5-point favorites, not only lost but also failed to cover the spread. The total score of 215 points fell well short of the 236.5-point over/under line.</p> <p>Chicago started strong, leading 34-22 after the 1st quarter, but a 10-0 run by Portland shifted the momentum. The Bulls were outscored 31-19 in the 2nd quarter and 34-24 in the 3rd, leaving them trailing 87-77 heading into the 4th. Portland edged Chicago 26-25 in the final quarter to seal the win.</p><p>In their 113-102 loss to the Trail Blazers, the Bulls struggled offensively, shooting just 44.4% from the field and hitting only 8 threes at a 27.6% clip. Zach LaVine led the way with 27 points, adding 9 in the 1st quarter and another 10 in the 3rd.</p> <p>Nikola Vucevic contributed 17 points and 11 rebounds, while Patrick Williams added 15 points, including 8 in the final period. Williams also made 2 threes, shooting 40% from beyond the arc.</p><p>Defensively, the Bulls had a solid 1st quarter, allowing just 22 points, but struggled in the 2nd and 3rd, giving up 31 and 34 points, respectively, in their 113-102 loss to the Trail Blazers. They tightened up in the 4th, allowing 26 points. Overall, Chicago held Portland to 9 made threes on 29% shooting from beyond the arc.</p> <p>Chicago sent Portland to the line 25 times, where they made 20 free throws. The Bulls grabbed 28 defensive rebounds but allowed 14 offensive boards. They also recorded 10 steals and 7 blocks in the game.</p><h3>Can the Clippers Grab a Win at Home?</h3><p>The Clippers improved to 24-17 on the season with a 116-102 win over the Lakers on Sunday. Playing at home, the Clippers were favored by 4.5 points and covered the spread, while the game’s total points of 218 narrowly exceeded the over/under line of 216.5.</p> <p>After taking control early, the Clippers used a strong 2nd quarter, outscoring the Lakers 32-23. An 11-0 run extended their lead from 90-66 to 101-66, and although the Lakers edged the Clippers 25-24 in the 4th quarter, the game was already out of reach.</p><p>In their win over the Lakers, the Clippers shot 52.8% from the field, with Norman Powell leading the way with 22 points. James Harden and Ivica Zubac each added 21 points, with Zubac also grabbing 19 rebounds.</p> <p>The Clippers hit 11 threes at a 36.7% rate, with Harden making 4 of his attempts from deep. Powell scored 9 points in the 1st quarter, while Zubac added 7 in the 4th.</p><p>The Clippers' defense held the Lakers to 102 points on Sunday, with consistent efforts in each quarter. They gave up 26 points in the 1st, 23 in the 2nd, 28 in the 3rd, and 25 in the 4th.</p> <p>Despite allowing 50% shooting, the Clippers limited the Lakers to 9 made threes on 33% shooting. They also sent the Lakers to the line 19 times, where they made 17 free throws. The Clippers grabbed 27 defensive rebounds, gave up 5 offensive boards, and recorded 12 steals and 4 blocks.</p>

Chicago Bulls vs Los Angeles Clippers Betting Pick & Prediction 1/20/25

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Saint Francis U Red Flash vs Wagner Seahawks NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 1/20/25

<p>Making on a bet on this NHL game featuring the Sharks versus the Bruins? The puck drops at 1:00 ET, and you can watch it all unfold on NBCS. The game will be played at TD Garden in Boston, MA. This non-conference matchup has an over/under of 6 goals, and the Bruins are favored by -1.5 against the Sharks.</p><h3>SAN JOSE SHARKS VS BOSTON BRUINS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Boston Bruins -1.5</p><p>This game will be played at TD Garden at 1:00 ET on Monday, January 20th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE BOSTON BRUINS:</h3><ul><li>Coming in as 1.5 goal favorites, our projections have the Bruins picking up a  4-3 win.</li><li>Take the Bruins on the moneyline</li><li>On the spread, we like Sharks (+1.5)</li></ul><h3>Are the Sharks Ready for a Win at Boston?</h3><p>The Sharks dropped to 14-28-6 after a 3-2 road loss to the Canucks. San Jose, as puck line underdogs, failed to cover. The total for the game was set at 6.5 goals, but the teams combined for just 5.</p> 

<p>San Jose took the lead in the second period, but the Canucks tied it up later in the same period. Both teams scored in the third, but Vancouver’s goal with 26 seconds left sealed the Sharks’ fate.</p><p>San Jose fired 23 shots on goal but only managed two scores in their 3-2 loss to Vancouver. Nico Sturm netted his second goal of the season, while Mikael Granlund added his sixth, tying the game 2-2 at 18:43 in the third period.</p> <p>The Sharks were held scoreless in the first period before Sturm got them on the board at 17:23 in the second. San Jose recorded 16 giveaways in the game.</p><p>Defensively, the Sharks will be looking to bounce back after allowing a late goal to the Canucks with just 26 seconds remaining in the 3rd period, which led to a 3-2 loss. Mackenzie Blackwood made 25 saves with a save percentage of 89.3%. The Sharks' defense also recorded 6 takeaways and 21 hits.</p><h3>Will the Bruins Live Up to Expectations at Home?</h3><p>With a 2-0 win over the Kraken, the Bruins improved to 22-19-6 this season. Boston not only won straight up but also covered the puck line as -1.5 goal favorites. The total was set at 6 goals, but the combined score of 2 fell well short of that.</p> 

<p>Both of Boston’s goals came in the first period, with Justin Brazeau scoring at 3:23 and Charlie Coyle adding another at 9:57. The Bruins' defense held Seattle scoreless, with Jeremy Swayman stopping all 23 shots he faced.</p><p>Boston's offense got off to a quick start, with Justin Brazeau netting his 5th goal of the season just 3:23 into the game. Charlie Coyle followed up with his 2nd goal, coming on a power play at 10:03 in the first period.</p> <p>The Bruins fired 33 shots on goal but were held scoreless after the first period. They registered 16 giveaways in the game.</p><p>Boston's defense will look to carry over the momentum from their previous game, where they shut out the Kraken 2-0. Jeremy Swayman made 23 saves with a 100% save percentage, and the Bruins' defense added 5 takeaways and 15 hits.</p>

San Jose Sharks vs Boston Bruins Betting Pick & Prediction 1/20/25

<p>Don't miss out on the NCAA showdown between the Buffaloes and Knights. The game is starting at 7:00 ET on ESPN+, and it's hosted by the Knights at Addition Financial Arena in Orlando, FL. Get ready to place your bets! The over/under for this game is set at 147.5 points, and UCF is favored by -5.5 vs. Colorado in a Big 12 conference matchup.</p><h3>COLORADO BUFFALOES VS UCF KNIGHTS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: UCF Knights -5.5</p><p>This game will be played at Addition Financial Arena at 7:00 ET on Wednesday, January 8th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE UCF KNIGHTS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 80-66 in favor of the Knights.</li><li>Not only will UCF pick up the win, but look for them to cover at -5.5.</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 the Buffaloes Ready for a Road Win?</h3><h3>Colorado Buffaloes Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>The Buffaloes fell to 9-4 on the season after an 81-61 road loss to Arizona State on Saturday. Entering the game as +6.5 point underdogs, Colorado not only lost but also failed to cover the spread.</p> 

<p>Trailing 40-27 at halftime, Colorado allowed 41 points in the 2nd half while scoring 34 of their own. The game’s total points of 142 narrowly missed the O/U line of 142.5.</p><p>In their last game, Colorado's offense struggled, shooting just 34.8% from the field and 12.5% from beyond the arc, hitting only 3 of 24 three-point attempts. Their effective field goal percentage was 36.4%, but they did manage to shoot 81.2% from the free-throw line, making 13 of 16 attempts.</p> <p>Trevor Baskin led the way with 23 points and 10 rebounds, shooting 64.3% from the field. BJ Freeman added 19 points, hitting 3 of 7 from three-point range, while Basheer Jihad contributed 17 points, connecting on 4 of 6 threes.</p><p>Colorado's defense struggled in their last game, giving up 81 points on 51% shooting from the field. They allowed their opponent to hit 57% of their two-point attempts, going 15/26 inside the arc.</p> <p>From three-point range, Colorado's opponent shot 46%, making 13 of 28 attempts. They also sent the other team to the free-throw line 19 times, where they converted 12 free throws.</p><h3>Do the Knights Stand a Chance at Home?</h3><p>UCF’s season record fell to 10-3 after a 99-48 loss to Kansas on Sunday. The Knights, who were +5 underdogs, didn’t cover the spread. The game’s total points of 147 fell just under the 149.5 O/U line.</p> <p>UCF trailed 44-25 at halftime and struggled further in the 2nd half, scoring only 23 points while allowing 55.</p><p>UCF's offense struggled mightily in their last game, managing just 48 points on 20.6% shooting from the field. Their effective field goal percentage was only 26.5%, with two-point shooting at 18.4% (7/38) and three-point shooting at 23.3% (7/30).</p> <p>They did hit 72.2% of their free throws, going 13/18 from the line. The Knights also grabbed 12 offensive rebounds and dished out 11 assists in the game.</p><p>Despite UCF's defensive efforts, they gave up 99 points in their last game. The Knights held their opponents to just 20% shooting from the field, with 14 made baskets on 68 attempts.</p> <p>UCF limited the other team to 18% shooting on two-pointers (7/38) and 23% on threes (7/30). At the free-throw line, their opponents hit 13 of 18 attempts, shooting 72%. UCF also allowed 12 offensive rebounds.</p>

Colorado Buffaloes vs UCF Knights NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 1/8/25

<p>Betting on today's Cowboys and Lions game? Catch the action at The Field House in Commerce, TX, as the Lions hosts this showdown at 3:15 ET on ESPN+. McNeese State is favored by -16.5 in this Southland conference matchup the against East Texas A&M. The over/under for the game is set at 137.5 points.</p><h3>MCNEESE STATE COWBOYS VS EAST TEXAS A&M LIONS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: East Texas A&M Lions +16.5</p><p>This game will be played at The Field House at 3:15 ET on Saturday, January 4th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE EAST TEXAS A&M LIONS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 76-71 in favor of the Lions.</li><li>Not only will East Texas A&M pick up the win, but look for them to cover at +16.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 137.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 147 points.</li></ul><h3>Will the Cowboys Secure A Victory as Road Favorites?</h3><h3>McNeese State Cowboys Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>McNeese State improved to 6-5 on the season with a dominant 79-51 win over Southeastern Louisiana on Monday, December 30th. Playing at home, the Cowboys entered the game as -13.5 favorites and covered the spread. The game’s total points were 130, just under the O/U line of 134.5.</p> 

<p>McNeese State took control early, leading 34-20 at halftime. They kept up the pressure in the second half, scoring 45 points while allowing 31.</p><p>McNeese State put up 79 points in their latest game, shooting 49.1% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 54.5%. They connected on 38.9% of their three-point attempts, going 7-for-18, and were strong from the free-throw line, hitting 81.8% of their shots (18/22).</p> <p>Javohn Garcia led the way with 26 points, shooting 46.7% overall and 40% from deep. Quadir Copeland contributed 11 points and 8 assists, shooting 55.6% from the field, while Christian Shumate added 12 points and 10 rebounds, hitting 66.7% of his shots.</p><p>Even with McNeese State giving up 51 points, they couldn’t capitalize on defense, allowing their opponent to shoot 49% from the field. The Cowboys struggled to contain two-point attempts, with the other team hitting 54% of their shots inside the arc.</p> <p>McNeese State also let their opponent connect on 38% of their three-pointers, going 7/18 from deep. At the free-throw line, the other team made 18 of 22 attempts, an 81% success rate. The Cowboys gave up 11 offensive rebounds in the game.</p><h3>Will the Lions Defense Show Up at Home?</h3><p>East Texas A&M fell to 2-11 on the season after a 88-62 loss to South Florida on Saturday. The Lions were +11.5 point underdogs going into the game, but failed to cover the spread. The total points for the game ended up at 150, surpassing the O/U line of 144.5.</p> <p>East Texas A&M struggled early, trailing 49-26 at halftime. While they scored 36 points in the 2nd half, they couldn’t make up ground, allowing 39 points to South Florida after the break.</p><p>East Texas A&M struggled offensively in their last game, shooting just 39.7% from the field and 28.1% from three-point range, finishing with 62 points. Their effective field goal percentage was 48.3%, and they hit 53.8% of their two-point attempts.</p> <p>Kobe Knox stood out, hitting 5 of 6 threes and shooting 87.5% overall, finishing with 19 points in 24 minutes. Jayden Reid added 11 points and 10 assists, connecting on 3 of 6 threes.</p><p>East Texas A&M's defense struggled in their last game, giving up 88 points on 60% shooting from the field. They allowed their opponent to hit 72% of their two-point attempts, going 21/29.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, their opponent shot 48%, making 13 of 27 three-pointers. East Texas A&M also sent them to the line 8 times, where they made 7 free throws, shooting 87%.</p>

McNeese State Cowboys vs East Texas A&M Lions NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 1/4/25

<p>Betting on today's Bears and Big Red game? Catch the action at Newman Arena in Ithaca, NY, as the Big Red hosts this showdown at 2:00 ET on ESPN+. The odds for this Ivy League conference game currently have Cornell as the -8.5 point favorite with the over/under line sitting at 154.5 points.</p><h3>BROWN BEARS VS CORNELL BIG RED BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Brown Bears +8.5</p><p>This game will be played at Newman Arena at 2:00 ET on Monday, January 20th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE BROWN BEARS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 76-70 in favor of the Big Red.</li><li>Even though we have Cornell winning straight-up, we like Brown at +8.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 154.5 points, and we like the under with a projected 146 points.</li></ul><h3>Is a Win at Ithaca Possible for the Bears?</h3><h3>Brown Bears Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>The Bears fell to 7-7 on the season after an 80-67 loss to Harvard on Saturday. Brown, who were -4.5 point favorites, not only lost but also failed to cover the spread. The combined points for the game hit 147, going over the pre-game O/U line of 136.5.</p> 

<p>Brown trailed 35-34 at halftime and struggled defensively in the 2nd half, allowing 45 points while scoring 33 of their own.</p><p>In their last game, the Brown Bears put up 67 points, shooting 41.7% from the field. They connected on 42.3% of their three-point attempts, hitting 11 of 26 from deep, while their overall effective field goal percentage stood at 50%.</p> <p>Kino Lilly Jr. led the way with 22 points, shooting 4 of 7 from three-point range. Chandler Pigge added 17 points and 11 rebounds, and Louis Lesmond was perfect from beyond the arc, hitting both of his attempts and finishing with 15 points.</p><p>Brown's defense gave up 80 points in their last game, with opponents shooting 41% from the field. They allowed 14 two-point field goals on 34 attempts, a 41% shooting rate.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Brown's defense allowed 11 threes on 26 attempts, with opponents hitting 42%. They also sent the other team to the free-throw line 11 times, where they made 6 free throws, shooting 54%. Brown gave up 18 offensive rebounds.</p><h3>Is a Home Win Possible for Cornell?</h3><h3>Cornell Big Red Recent Game</h3> 

<p>Cornell improved to 8-5 on the season with an 86-76 road win over Penn on Saturday. The Big Red entered the game as -7.5 favorites and covered the spread with the victory.</p> 

<p>Cornell led 42-31 at halftime and added 44 points in the 2nd half, while Penn scored 45. The game’s total points of 162 went over the 158.5 O/U line.</p><p>Cornell put up 86 points in their last game, shooting 48.4% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 54.8%. They connected on 55.3% of their two-point attempts and hit 37.5% from beyond the arc, making 9 threes. At the free-throw line, they were nearly perfect, going 17-for-18 for a 94.4% success rate.</p> <p>Ethan Roberts led the way with 26 points, shooting 60% from both the field and three-point range (3/5). Cooper Noard added 19 points, hitting 4 of 6 threes, while Sam Brown contributed 15 points, shooting 75% overall. Nick Spinoso dished out 7 assists, and the team finished with 10 assists and 10 offensive rebounds.</p><p>Despite Cornell's defensive efforts, they allowed 76 points on 48% shooting from the field. The opposing team found success inside, hitting 54% of their two-point attempts, going 20/37.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Cornell's defense gave up 8 threes on 21 attempts, a 38% shooting rate. They also sent the other team to the free-throw line 18 times, where they converted 12 free throws at a 66% rate.</p>

<p>Making on a bet on this NCAA game featuring the Cyclones versus the Red Raiders? Tip off is at at 2:00 ET, and you can watch it all unfold on ESPN. The game will be played at United Supermarkets Arena in Lubbock, TX. Iowa State is favored by -1.5 in this Big 12 conference matchup the against Texas Tech. The over/under for the game is set at 146.5 points.</p><h3>IOWA STATE CYCLONES VS TEXAS TECH RED RAIDERS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Texas Tech Red Raiders +1.5</p><p>This game will be played at United Supermarkets Arena at 2:00 ET on Saturday, January 11th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE TEXAS TECH RED RAIDERS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 76-69 in favor of the Red Raiders.</li><li>Not only will Texas Tech pick up the win, but look for them to cover at +1.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 146.5 points, and we like the under with a projected 145 points.</li></ul><h3>Will Iowa State Win on the Road?</h3><p>Iowa State improved to 13-1 on the season with an 82-59 win over Utah on Tuesday. The Cyclones were -16.5 point favorites going into the game and covered the spread. The total points for the game were 141, falling short of the 152.5 O/U line.</p> <p>Iowa State led 38-25 at halftime and added 44 points in the second half while allowing 34. Their strong defensive effort helped them keep Utah in check and secure the win.</p><p>Iowa State put up 82 points in their last game, shooting 44.3% from the field and 27.3% from beyond the arc, hitting 6 of 22 attempts. Their effective field goal percentage was 49.2%, with a strong showing inside, connecting on 53.8% of their two-point shots (21/39).</p> <p>Curtis Jones led the way with 23 points and 6 assists, shooting 58.8% overall and 42.9% from three (3/7). Tamin Lipsey and Gabe Madsen each added 20 points, with Madsen hitting 4 threes despite shooting just 28.6% from deep (4/14).</p><p>Even with Iowa State allowing 59 points, their defense gave up a 44% shooting performance, with the opposing team hitting 27 of 61 shots. Inside the arc, Iowa State's defense allowed 53% shooting, as the other team connected on 21 of 39 two-point attempts.</p> <p>From three-point range, Iowa State held the opposition to 6 of 22 shooting, or 27%. The Cyclones also sent the other team to the free-throw line 29 times, where they made 22 free throws, shooting 75%. Iowa State gave up 13 offensive rebounds in the game.</p><h3>Can the Red Raiders Offense Score Enough at Home?</h3><p>Texas Tech improved to 11-3 on the season with a 72-67 road win over BYU on Tuesday. The Red Raiders entered the game as +1.5 point underdogs and covered the spread with the victory.</p> <p>Trailing 34-32 at halftime, Texas Tech turned things around in the 2nd half, outscoring BYU 40-33. The game’s total points of 139 fell short of the O/U line of 148.5.</p><p>Texas Tech put up 72 points in their last game, shooting 44.8% from the field and 35.7% from beyond the arc, hitting 10 threes. Their effective field goal percentage was 53.4%, and they grabbed 14 offensive rebounds, with 12 assists as a team.</p> <p>Elijah Hawkins led the way with 22 points, hitting 6 of 9 threes and adding 5 assists. Darrion Williams contributed 18 points and 7 rebounds, shooting 63.6% from the field, while Chance McMillian added 16 points and 8 boards.</p><p>Texas Tech's defense gave up 67 points, allowing the opposing team to shoot 43% from the field. They were effective in limiting three-point damage, holding the other team to just 5 made threes on 23 attempts, a 21% success rate.</p> <p>Inside the arc, the Red Raiders allowed 20 two-point baskets on 34 attempts, with the other team shooting 58%. Texas Tech also sent them to the free-throw line 21 times, where they made 12, shooting 57%.</p>

Iowa State Cyclones vs Texas Tech Red Raiders NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 1/11/25

<p>The 49ers are favored by -4.5 as they host the Cowboys at Levi's Stadium in Santa Clara, CA. This week eight NFC matchup is set for 8:20 ET on Sunday, October 27th and will be televised on NBC. The 49ers' money line odds are -221, while the Cowboys' odds are +180. The over/under line is set at 47 points.</p><h3>DALLAS COWBOYS VS SAN FRANCISCO 49ERS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: San Francisco 49ers -4.5</p><p>This game will be played at Levi's Stadium at 8:20 ET on Sunday, October 27th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE SAN FRANCISCO 49ERS:</h3><ul><li>We have the 49ers winning this one by a score of 32 to 23</li><li>Not only do we have the 49ers winning straight-up, we have them covering the spread at -4.5</li><li>Look for this game to go over the line of 47 points</li></ul><h3>Will The Cowboys Pull Off An Upset As Road Underdogs</h3><p>Heading into week 8, the Cowboys have a 3-3 record, putting them 3rd in the NFC East. Dallas has been much better on the road this season, with all three of their wins coming away from home. This includes victories over the Giants and Steelers in weeks 4 and 5. However, they couldn’t keep the streak going in week 6, suffering a 47-9 home loss to the Lions.</p> <p>According to our power rankings, the Cowboys sit 23rd in the NFL, and they have a 17.3% chance of making the playoffs. Against the spread, Dallas is 2-4, with both of their ATS wins coming as underdogs. Their O/U record is 4-2, with their games averaging 49 points per contest.</p><p>Heading into week 8, the Cowboys rank 21st in our offensive power rankings. They are 18th in the NFL in scoring, averaging 21 points per game, and 12th in yards per game with 336.5. Dallas has leaned heavily on the passing game, ranking 2nd in both passing attempts (39.7) and passing yards per game (259.3). However, they rank 28th in rushing attempts and 30th in rushing yards per game, averaging just 77.2 yards on the ground.</p> <p>After throwing for 352 yards and 2 touchdowns in week 5, Dak Prescott struggled in week 6, finishing with 178 yards and 2 interceptions on 17/33 passing. The Cowboys also struggled on 3rd down, converting just 3 of 13 attempts, and failed to score on 3 red zone trips. CeeDee Lamb led the team with 7 catches for 89 yards, while Rico Dowdle had 25 rushing yards on 5 carries.</p><p>In their 47-9 loss to the Lions, the Cowboys' defense gave up 492 yards and allowed Detroit to convert on 40% of their third down attempts. Dallas struggled to defend the run, giving up 184 yards on 36 attempts (5.1 per attempt) and allowed three passing touchdowns. They did manage to record three sacks, but Detroit still had a big day offensively, averaging 11.4 yards per passing attempt.<p></p>Despite the high number of sacks, the Cowboys lost the QB hit differential and tackles for loss differentials in their most recent game.</p><h3>Are The 49ers Going To Defend Home Field Advantage?</h3><p>Heading into week 8, the 49ers are 6th in our NFL power rankings despite their 3-4 record. Our projections give them a 44.5% chance of making the playoffs and a 39.2% chance of winning the NFC West. San Francisco is 1-2 in division games and 1-3 in conference play, putting them 3rd in the NFC West. They are 2-2 at home and 1-2 on the road.</p> <p>The 49ers couldn’t build on their week 6 win over the Seahawks, losing 28-18 at home to the Chiefs in week 7. They were favored by 2.5 points but couldn’t get the win, dropping their ATS record to 3-4. San Francisco has been favored in all of their games this season. Their O/U record is 4-3, with their games averaging 48.3 points compared to an average line of 46.</p><p>Heading into week 8, the 49ers are 9th in our offensive power rankings. They rank 7th in the NFL in points per game (25.7) and 3rd in yards per game (404.3). San Francisco is 15th in passing attempts but 4th in passing yards, averaging 254.4 per game. They are 9th in rushing attempts and 7th in rushing yards, with 149.9 per game. On 3rd down, they rank 8th with a 42% conversion rate, but they are 21st in red zone conversion percentage, despite being 2nd in attempts.</p> <p>Brock Purdy struggled in week 7, throwing for 212 yards and 3 interceptions against the Chiefs, finishing with a passer rating of 36. Before that, he had a 129 passer rating in week 6, with 255 yards and 3 touchdowns against Seattle. George Kittle led the team in week 7 with 6 catches for 92 yards, but he is questionable for week 8 with a foot injury.</p><p>In their 28-18 loss to the Chiefs, the 49ers' defense allowed just 145 passing yards on 16 completions. However, they struggled to stop the run, giving up 184 yards on 39 attempts, averaging 4.7 yards per attempt. Despite this, the defense managed to come away with two interceptions and two sacks. <p></p>On third downs, the 49ers allowed the Chiefs to convert 57.1% of their chances. Even though they gave up 184 rushing yards, the 49ers did a good job limiting the Chiefs' big plays in the running game.</p>

Dallas Cowboys vs San Francisco 49ers Betting Pick & Prediction 10/27/24

<p>The Penguins and Kings are set to face off at 10:30 ET on ESPN+. The Kings will host the game at Crypto.com Arena in Los Angeles, CA. The over/under for this game is set at 5.5 goals, and the Kings are favored by -1.5 vs. the Penguins in a non-conference matchup.</p><h3>PITTSBURGH PENGUINS VS LOS ANGELES KINGS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Los Angeles Kings -1.5</p><p>This game will be played at Crypto.com Arena at 10:30 ET on Monday, January 20th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE LOS ANGELES KINGS:</h3><ul><li>Based on projections, we have the Kings coming out on top by a score of 4-2.</li><li>Take the Kings on the moneyline</li><li>The Kings should also cover at -1.5</li></ul><h3>Can the Pittsburgh Offense Score Enough on the Road?</h3><p>With a 3-1 win over the Canadiens, the Penguins moved to 19-21-8 on the season. Pittsburgh covered the puck line as -1.5 goal favorites, and the total was set at 6.5 goals, with the combined score of 4 falling short of that mark.</p>

<p>Sidney Crosby led the way with two goals, and Blake Lizotte added an empty-netter to seal the victory. The Penguins kept Montreal off the board until the third period.</p><p>Sidney Crosby led the Penguins' offense with two goals in their 3-1 victory over the Canadiens. He scored his fourth goal of the season at the 4:03 mark of the first period and added his fifth on a power play, 1:20 into the second period. Blake Lizotte netted his second goal of the season on an empty net with 45 seconds remaining in the game.</p> <p>The Penguins took 24 shots on goal and recorded 14 giveaways. Lars Eller picked up his third assist of the season on Lizotte’s empty-netter, while Kris Letang earned his third assist and Erik Karlsson added his seventh on Crosby’s power-play goal.</p><p>Alex Nedeljkovic made 25 saves with a 96.2% save percentage, helping the Penguins to a 3-1 win over Montreal. Pittsburgh's defense also contributed 5 takeaways, 19 hits, and 19 blocks. The only goal they allowed came at 5:32 in the 3rd period.</p><h3>Will the Kings Win at Home?</h3><p>The Kings fell to 25-13-5 after a 4-3 loss to the Blackhawks. Los Angeles led 3-0 before giving up four unanswered goals, including the game-winner with just 0:31 left in regulation.</p> 

<p>Los Angeles was favored by -1.5 goals and failed to cover the puck line. The total was set at 6 goals, and the combined 7 goals went over.</p><p>Alex Laferriere found the net twice for the Kings, bringing his season total to 7 and 8 goals. Phillip Danault added his first goal of the season in the third period. Kevin Fiala contributed with his 4th and 5th assists of the year.</p> <p>Despite 40 shots on goal, the Kings only managed three goals. Laferriere scored on a power play in the first period, while Danault took 5 shots, scoring once and adding an assist.</p><p>Defensively, the Kings will be looking to bounce back after allowing 4 goals in their previous game against the Blackhawks. They were up 3-2 late in the 3rd period, but Chicago scored with just 31 seconds left to send the game to a shootout, where the Kings ultimately lost. Goalie Darcy Kuemper made 18 saves with a save percentage of 85.7%.</p>

Pittsburgh Penguins vs Los Angeles Kings Betting Pick & Prediction 1/20/25

<p>Betting on today's Tigers and Braves game? Catch the action at Davey L. Whitney Complex in Lorman, MS, as the Braves hosts this showdown at 3:00 ET on HBCU. This Southwestern Athletic conference matchup has an over/under of 140.5 points, and Alcorn State is favored to win by -1.5 at home vs. Jackson State.</p><h3>JACKSON STATE TIGERS VS ALCORN STATE BRAVES BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Alcorn State Braves -1.5</p><p>This game will be played at Davey L. Whitney Complex at 3:00 ET on Saturday, January 4th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE ALCORN STATE BRAVES:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 78-70 in favor of the Braves.</li><li>Not only will Alcorn State pick up the win, but look for them to cover at -1.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 140.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 148 points.</li></ul><h3>Can the Tigers Offense Score Enough in Lorman?</h3><h3>Jackson State Tigers Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Jackson State fell to 0-13 on the season after a 79-73 loss to California Baptist on Saturday. The Tigers, who were +14 point underdogs, kept the game closer than expected.</p> 

<p>Jackson State led 34-33 at halftime but allowed 46 points in the 2nd half while scoring 39. The total points for the game went over the 142.5 O/U line, with a combined 152 points.</p><p>Jackson State put up 73 points in their last game, shooting 40.6% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 45.3%. They hit 28.6% from beyond the arc, connecting on 6 of 21 attempts, while shooting 46.5% on two-pointers. At the free-throw line, they were efficient, going 15 of 17 for an 88.2% success rate.</p> <p>Dominique Daniels Jr. led the way with 25 points and 5 assists, despite missing all 4 of his three-point attempts. Martel Williams and Dorian McMillian each shot 60% from the field, with Williams hitting 3 of 5 from deep and McMillian connecting on 2 of 3. Daeshun Ruffin also added 20 points, though he struggled from three, making just 2 of 10 attempts. Kendal Coleman contributed 15 points and 12 rebounds, shooting 71.4% from the floor.</p><p>Despite Jackson State's defensive efforts, they gave up 79 points, with their opponents shooting 41% from the field. Inside the arc, Jackson State allowed 54% shooting, as the other team went 17/31 on two-point attempts.</p> <p>Jackson State did manage to limit three-point damage, holding their opponents to just 5/22 shooting from deep, or 22%. However, they sent the other team to the line 36 times, where they connected on 83% of their free throws. Jackson State also gave up 15 offensive rebounds.</p><h3>Will Alcorn State Pull Through as the Favored Home Team?</h3><h3>Alcorn State Braves Recent Game/Games</h3> <p>Alcorn State fell to 0-12 on the season after a 91-74 road loss to UAB on Sunday, December 22nd. Despite being +22.5 point underdogs, the Braves managed to cover the spread. The game’s total points of 165 exceeded the over/under line of 153.5.</p> <p>Alcorn State trailed 50-31 at halftime but showed some fight in the 2nd half, outscoring UAB 43-41 after the break.</p><p>Alcorn State put up 74 points in their last game, shooting 43.5% from the field. Their effective field goal percentage was 51.6%, thanks in large part to their 52.4% shooting from beyond the arc, hitting 11 of 21 attempts. They were perfect from the free-throw line, going 9 for 9.</p> <p>Keionte Cornelius led the way with 22 points, hitting 6 of 10 threes. Bradley Ezewiro was perfect from the field, going 5 for 5, while Christian Coleman and Yaxel Lendeborg both shot 6 for 8, with Lendeborg adding 12 rebounds and 6 assists.</p><p>Alcorn State's defense struggled in their last game, giving up 91 points on 52% shooting from the field. They allowed their opponent to hit 67% of their two-point attempts, going 23/34 inside the arc.</p> <p>From three-point range, Alcorn State's opponent shot 32%, making 8 of 25 attempts. The Braves also sent them to the free-throw line 23 times, where they converted 21, shooting 91%.</p>

Jackson State Tigers vs Alcorn State Braves NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 1/4/25

<p>At 8:00 ET, the Miami Heat (-165) will host the New Orleans Pelicans (+138) in a non-conference matchup. The Heat are currently favored by 3.5 points, and the over/under line is set at 205.5.</p>

<p>Heading into tonight's game, the Pelicans are 5th in the Western Conference with a record of 42-27, while the Heat are 7th in the East with a record of 38-31.</p><h3>NEW ORLEANS PELICANS VS MIAMI HEAT BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: New Orleans Pelicans +3.5</p><p>This game will be played at Kaseya Center at 8:00 ET on Friday, March 22nd.</p><h3>WHY BET THE NEW ORLEANS PELICANS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 114-112 in favor of the Heat.</li><li>Our projections have Jimmy Butler finishing with Jimmy Butler points, 5 rebounds and 5 assists.</li><li>From the field, we have the Heat finishing with a field goal percentage of 47.0% and knocking down 9 threes.</li></ul><h3>Do the Pelicans Have a Shot at a Win at Miami?</h3><p>In Pelicans games this season, the average over/under line is 228.6, which is higher than today's line of 205.5. Their games have averaged 226.7 points per game.</p>

<p>New Orleans is 30-39 on the over/under for the season, and their last game against the Magic went over the O/U line of 207.5. The teams combined for 227 points.</p>

<p>The Pelicans are 38-30 against the spread this season, going 19-16 ATS on the road and 19-14 ATS at home. They have failed to cover the spread in their last two road games.</p>

<p>After losing to the Magic (121-106), the Pelicans are now 42-27 on the season. In the Western Conference, they are in 5th place and are leading the Southwest Division.</p>

<p>In the West, the Pelicans have gone 26-18 against other teams and are 16-9 against the East. On the road, they are 22-14 compared to 20-13 at home.</p>

<p>In their games this season, the Pelicans have been the underdog in 25 of their 69 games. As the underdog, they are 15-10 vs. the spread and have a scoring margin of -0.6 PPG.</p><p>Heading into tonight's game, the Pelicans are 13th in the NBA in scoring at 115.8 points per game. On the road, they are averaging 115.1 points per game this season.</p>

<p>When it comes to pace, New Orleans is 17th in the league at 97.6 possessions per game. In terms of field goal percentage, they are 8th in the NBA at 48%.</p>

<p>So far this season, the Pelicans have outscored the NBA scoring average in 53.6% of their games. In terms of three-point shooting, they are 8th in the NBA at 37%.</p><p>At present, the Pelicans' defense is ranked 8th, allowing 110.9 points per game. When it comes to defending inside the arc, the Pelicans squad is permitting opposing teams to shoot at a clip of 55.1% inside the arc, and they're also giving up 34.6% from downtown.</p><h3>Will the Heat Win at Kaseya Center?</h3><p>The Heat have a record of 38-31 this season, which has them in 7th place in the Eastern Conference. In games against other Eastern Conference teams, they are 26-18 and 11-3 against their division.</p>

<p>Miami's ATS record for the season is 32-34, and they have covered the spread in their last four home games. Today, they are favored by 3.5 points and have a record of 16-19 ATS at home.</p>

<p>In their win over the Cavaliers, the teams combined for 211 points, surpassing the O/U line of 207.5. This season, the average O/U line in Miami's games is 221.9, and their games have averaged 218.9 points.</p>

<p>In the Heat's 107-104 win over the Cavaliers, they were 3-point underdogs going into the game. This was their 2nd straight win as the favorite, and they have a record of 27-11 as the favorite this season.</p><p>The Heat have been a below-average offensive team this season, ranking 27th in the league in points per game at 109.7. At home, they are averaging 112.7 points per game, which is 22nd in the NBA. Overall, Miami has outscored the NBA scoring average in just 36.2% of their games.</p>

<p>When it comes to three-point shooting, the Heat are 10th in the league with a three-point percentage of 37%. They are also 10th in free throw attempts per game, but just 23rd in two-point field goal attempts.</p>

<p>So far this season, Miami has made an average of 25.6 assists per game, which is 22nd in the NBA. In terms of pace, they are 29th in the league at 95.8 possessions per game.</p><p>Not only do the Heat's overall defensive numbers look good, as they are 4th in the league in points allowed. Miami has also been playing well on defense of late, ranking 4th in the league over their last three games at 101 PPG allowed. In the terms of takeaways, Heat are causing 11.9 turnovers per game, ranking 6th in the league. They also enter the matchup ranked 30th in rejections, averaging 3.4 blocked shots each game.</p>

New Orleans Pelicans vs Miami Heat Betting Pick & Prediction 3/22/24

<p>Looking to win big? The Red Raiders and Wildcats face off at 9:00 ET on CBSS. The Wildcats are hosting the game at Bramlage Coliseum in Manhattan, KS. Texas Tech come into this Big 12 conference matchup as the -6 favorite. The over/under line currently sits at 145.5 points.</p><h3>TEXAS TECH RED RAIDERS VS KANSAS STATE WILDCATS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Kansas State Wildcats +6</p><p>This game will be played at Bramlage Coliseum at 9:00 ET on Tuesday, January 14th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE KANSAS STATE WILDCATS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 76-69 in favor of the Wildcats.</li><li>Not only will Kansas State pick up the win, but look for them to cover at +6.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 145.5 points, and we like the under with a projected 145 points.</li></ul><h3>Is a Road Win Possible for the Red Raiders?</h3><p>Texas Tech's season record dropped to 11-4 after a narrow 85-84 loss to Iowa State on Saturday. The Red Raiders were -2.5 favorites at home but failed to cover the spread. The total points for the game reached 169, surpassing the O/U line of 147.5.</p> <p>Texas Tech led 40-34 at halftime but allowed 40 points in the second half while scoring just 34. Defensive lapses in the second half were a key factor in the loss.</p><p>Texas Tech put up 84 points in their last game, shooting 42.4% from the field. Their effective field goal percentage was 48.5%, with a strong performance from beyond the arc, hitting 45% of their threes (9/20). At the free-throw line, they connected on 79.2%, making 19 of 24 attempts.</p> <p>Offensively, the Red Raiders grabbed 16 offensive rebounds and dished out 16 assists. Curtis Jones led the way with 26 points, shooting 53.3% overall and 42.9% from three. Christian Anderson was perfect from deep, hitting all 4 of his attempts, finishing with 18 points, along with Chance McMillian and JT Toppin, who also added 18 points.</p><p>Texas Tech's defense gave up 85 points, with their opponents shooting 42% from the field. They managed to hold them to 41% on two-point attempts, where they went 19/46.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Texas Tech allowed 9 threes on 20 attempts, a 45% shooting rate. They also sent their opponents to the line 24 times, where they hit 19 free throws, good for 79%. Texas Tech gave up 16 offensive rebounds in the game.</p><h3>Can the Wildcats Secure a Win at Home?</h3><h3>Kansas State Wildcats Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Kansas State’s season record dropped to 7-8 after an 87-57 home loss to Houston on Saturday. The Wildcats entered the game as +10.5 underdogs and failed to cover the spread.</p> 

<p>Trailing 46-24 at halftime, Kansas State struggled to close the gap in the second half, scoring 33 points while allowing 41. The game’s total points of 144 exceeded the O/U line of 128.5.</p><p>Kansas State struggled offensively in their last game, scoring just 57 points while shooting 40.4% from the field. Their effective field goal percentage was 51.1%, with a 40% mark from three-point range, hitting 10 of 25 attempts. Inside the arc, they connected on only 40.9% of their shots, going 9 for 22.</p> <p>Brendan Hausen and Emanuel Sharp led the Wildcats with 15 points each, with Hausen hitting 5 threes on 11 attempts. Sharp shot 62.5% overall and 50% from deep. Kansas State managed just 2 offensive rebounds, but dished out 16 assists as a team.</p><p>Despite Kansas State's defensive efforts, they gave up 87 points while holding their opponent to 40% shooting from the field. The Wildcats allowed 19 field goals on 47 attempts, including 9 two-pointers on 22 attempts.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Kansas State's defense saw their opponent hit 10 threes on 25 attempts, also at a 40% rate. The Wildcats sent their opponent to the line 14 times, where they made 9 free throws, shooting 64%. Kansas State limited offensive rebounds, giving up just 2.</p>

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