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<p>Don't miss out on the NCAA showdown between the Bears and Bobcats. The game is starting at 9:00 ET on ESPN+, and it's hosted by the Bobcats at Brick Breeden Fieldhouse  in Bozeman, MT. Get ready to place your bets! The over/under for this game is set at 151.5 points, and Montana State is favored by -1.5 vs. Northern Colorado in a Big Sky conference matchup.</p><h3>NORTHERN COLORADO BEARS VS MONTANA STATE BOBCATS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Montana State Bobcats -1.5</p><p>This game will be played at Brick Breeden Fieldhouse  at 9:00 ET on Thursday, January 9th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE MONTANA STATE BOBCATS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 77-69 in favor of the Bobcats.</li><li>Not only will Montana State pick up the win, but look for them to cover at -1.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 151.5 points, and we like the under with a projected 146 points.</li></ul><h3>Can Northern Colorado Pull Off a Road Win?</h3><h3>Northern Colorado Bears Recent Game</h3> 

<p>The Bears improved to 7-5 on the season with a 93-92 win over Idaho State on Saturday. Northern Colorado was favored by 8 points going into the game, but they didn’t cover the spread. The total points for the game reached 185, well over the 146.5-point O/U line.</p> 

<p>After leading 38-36 at halftime, the Bears scored 40 points in the 2nd half but allowed 42 points to Idaho State. Despite not covering the spread, Northern Colorado managed to pull out the win at home.</p><p>Northern Colorado's offense was firing on all cylinders in their last game, putting up 93 points with a field goal percentage of 62.1%. Their effective field goal percentage was even higher at 65.5%, thanks to their dominant two-point shooting, where they hit 76.2% (32/42) of their attempts. However, they struggled from beyond the arc, connecting on just 4 of 16 threes (25%).</p> <p>Langston Reynolds was nearly perfect from the field, hitting 13 of 15 shots and finishing with 27 points and 8 assists. Jake O'Neil and Brock Wisne also had strong performances, with O'Neil shooting 75% and Wisne hitting 76.9% of his shots. O'Neil also added 8 rebounds and 3 assists in the win.</p><p>Northern Colorado's defense struggled, giving up 92 points on 62% shooting. They allowed 36 field goals on 58 attempts.</p> <p>Inside the arc, the Bears gave up 32 baskets on 42 tries, a 76% rate. They also sent the opposing team to the line 25 times, where they hit 17 free throws.</p><h3>Can Montana State Lock in a Home Win?</h3><h3>Montana State Bobcats Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>The Bobcats fell to 4-10 on the season after a 68-63 road loss to Eastern Washington on Saturday. Montana State entered the game as 2-point favorites but failed to cover the spread. The total points for the game were 131, falling short of the 149.5 O/U line.</p> 

<p>Montana State led 32-31 at halftime but allowed 37 points in the second half while scoring 31. The Bobcats will need to tighten up defensively to turn their season around.</p><p>Montana State struggled offensively in their latest game, shooting just 36.5% from the field and 27.3% from beyond the arc. Their effective field goal percentage was 42.3%, and they managed only 5 offensive rebounds.</p> <p>Nic McClain and Tyler Patterson each scored 16 points, with Patterson hitting 2 threes. Andrew Cook contributed 13 points on 6/10 shooting, while the Bobcats connected on 19/23 free throws, shooting 82.6% from the line.</p><p>Montana State's defense gave up 68 points in their last game, with opponents shooting 44% from the field on 25/56 attempts. Inside the arc, they allowed 24/42 shooting, which is 57%.</p> <p>From three-point range, Montana State held their opponents to just 1/14 shooting, or 7%. They also sent them to the free-throw line 20 times, where they made 17, shooting 85%. The Bobcats allowed 7 offensive rebounds.</p>

Northern Colorado Bears vs Montana State Bobcats NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 1/9/25

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<p>Making on a bet on this NHL game featuring the Ducks versus the Blues? The puck drops at 8:00 ET, and you can watch it all unfold on ESPN+. The game will be played at Enterprise Center in St. Louis, MO. The over/under for this Western conference contest is set at 5.5 goals, with the Blues being favored by -1.5 goals at home against the Ducks.</p><h3>ANAHEIM DUCKS VS ST. LOUIS BLUES BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: St. Louis Blues -1.5</p><p>This game will be played at Enterprise Center at 8:00 ET on Thursday, January 9th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE ST. LOUIS BLUES:</h3><ul><li>Looking at our projections, the Blues are expected to take down the Ducks by a score of 4-2.</li><li>Take the Blues on the moneyline</li><li>The Blues should also cover at -1.5</li></ul><h3>Does Anaheim Stand a Chance on the Road?</h3><p>Anaheim’s 4-2 loss to the Blackhawks dropped their record to 17-19-5. The Ducks were favored by -1.5 goals, failing to cover the puck line. The total was set at 6.5 goals, and the combined score of 6 fell just short of that mark.</p>

<p>The Ducks’ defense struggled early, giving up two goals in the first period and another in the second before finally getting on the board at 10:16 in the third. They added another goal with just 4 seconds left in the game.</p><p>Anaheim fired 39 shots on goal but only managed to score twice in their 4-2 loss to Chicago. Brock McGinn netted his second goal of the season, while Mason McTavish added another, also his second, on a power play with just four seconds left in the game.</p> <p>Ross Johnston earned his first assist of the year on McGinn's goal, and Troy Terry picked up his fifth assist on McTavish's late power-play goal. The Ducks had 16 giveaways in the game.</p><p>Defensively, the Ducks struggled early, allowing the first two goals in the opening period and another late in the second. They also gave up a goal at 17:43 in the third period, leading to a 4-2 loss. Lukas Dostal made 25 saves with a save percentage of 86.2%. The Ducks' defense recorded 6 takeaways and 15 hits.</p><h3>Will St. Louis Find a Way to Win at Home?</h3><p>With a 4-2 win over the Maple Leafs, the Blues evened their record at 19-19-4. As underdogs on the puck line, St. Louis covered, and the total of 6 goals matched the pre-game line.</p> 

<p>The Blues trailed 1-0 after the first period but responded with three unanswered goals. Three different players scored for St. Louis, with Colton Parayko leading the way with two goals.</p><p>Colton Parayko led the way for the Blues with two goals, his second and third of the season, and added his fifth assist on Pavel Buchnevich’s empty-netter. Buchnevich’s fourth goal of the season came with just 39 seconds left in the game. Jordan Kyrou also found the net, scoring his third goal of the year.</p> <p>After a scoreless first period, the Blues struck three times in the second, with Parayko’s first goal coming 3:29 into the period. Ryan Suter picked up two assists, bringing his season total to three. The Blues took 24 shots on goal and finished with 14 giveaways.</p><p>Defensively, the Blues gave up the first goal just 5:25 into the game and another late in the 3rd period, but they held the Maple Leafs scoreless for a crucial stretch from the 1st to the 3rd period, allowing their offense to build a 3-1 lead. Jordan Binnington made 35 saves with a 94.6% save percentage, while the defense added 3 takeaways and 17 hits.</p>

Anaheim Ducks vs St. Louis Blues Betting Pick & Prediction 1/9/25

<p>Don't miss out on the NCAA showdown between the Great Danes and Wildcats. The game is starting at 7:00 ET on ESPN+, and it's hosted by the Wildcats at Lundholm Gymnasium in Durham, NH. Get ready to place your bets! Albany is favored by -9.5 in this America East conference contest against New Hampshire. The game's over/under currently sits at 145.5 points.</p><h3>ALBANY GREAT DANES VS NEW HAMPSHIRE WILDCATS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: New Hampshire Wildcats +9.5</p><p>This game will be played at Lundholm Gymnasium at 7:00 ET on Thursday, January 9th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE NEW HAMPSHIRE 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 New Hampshire pick up the win, but look for them to cover at +9.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 145.5 points, and we like the under with a projected 145 points.</li></ul><h3>Can the Albany Offense Score Enough on the Road?</h3><h3>Albany Great Danes Recent Game/Games</h3> <p>The Great Danes dropped to 6-8 on the season after a 73-69 home loss to UMass-Lowell on Saturday. Albany, who entered the game as +1.5 point underdogs, failed to cover the spread.</p> <p>Albany led 37-33 at halftime but were outscored 40-32 in the second half. The game’s total points of 142 fell short of the 160.5 O/U line.</p><p>Albany's offense struggled from beyond the arc in their last game, hitting just 2 of 18 threes for an 11.1% shooting percentage. Overall, they shot 40.5% from the field, with an effective field goal percentage of 41.9%. Inside the arc, they connected on 50% of their two-point attempts, going 28 for 56.</p> <p>Byron Joshua led the way with 18 points and 7 rebounds, while Max Brooks was efficient, hitting 7 of 8 shots for 16 points and 8 rebounds. Quinton Mincey also added 16 points, despite missing all 6 of his three-point attempts. Justin Neely contributed 15 points and 13 rebounds, and Albany grabbed 19 offensive boards as a team.</p><p>Albany's defense gave up 73 points in their last game, with their opponents shooting 40% from the field on 30 of 74 attempts. Inside the arc, Albany allowed 28 of 56 shooting, a 50% success rate.</p> <p>From three-point range, Albany held their opponents to just 2 of 18 shooting, or 11%. At the free-throw line, Albany's opponents made 7 of 14 attempts, shooting 50%. Albany also gave up 19 offensive rebounds.</p><h3>Will the Wildcats Pull Through as the Home Underdog?</h3><p>New Hampshire's season struggles continued with a 60-40 loss to Vermont on Saturday, dropping them to 0-14. The Wildcats were +12 underdogs and failed to cover the spread. The total points for the game were 100, well under the O/U line of 133.5.</p> <p>New Hampshire was competitive in the first half, trailing just 24-23 at the break. However, they managed only 17 points in the second half while allowing Vermont to score 36.</p><p>New Hampshire's offense struggled in their last game, scoring just 40 points with a field goal percentage of 28.3% (13/46). They hit 7 threes on 24 attempts, shooting 29.2% from beyond the arc, and their effective field goal percentage was 34.8%.</p> <p>At the free-throw line, the Wildcats shot 70% (7/10) and grabbed 8 offensive rebounds, finishing with 6 assists. TJ Hurley led the team with 17 points, shooting 60% from three (3/5) and 42.9% overall (6/14), while Nick Fiorillo added 14 points, hitting 3 of 7 threes (42.9%).</p><p>New Hampshire's defense was stellar, holding their opponent to just 60 points on 28% shooting from the field. They limited two-point attempts to 6/22, a 27% success rate.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, the Wildcats allowed 7 threes on 24 attempts, a 29% clip. They also sent their opponent to the line 10 times, where they converted 7 free throws.</p>

Albany Great Danes vs New Hampshire Wildcats NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 1/9/25

<p>Looking to win big? The Ducks and Buckeyes face off at 6:00 ET on BTN. The Buckeyes are hosting the game at Value City Arena in Columbus, OH. The over/under line for this matchup is currently at 150.5 points, and Ohio State is favored by -2.5 to win at home against Oregon.</p><h3>OREGON DUCKS VS OHIO STATE BUCKEYES BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Ohio State Buckeyes -2.5</p><p>This game will be played at Value City Arena at 6:00 ET on Thursday, January 9th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE OHIO STATE BUCKEYES:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 79-67 in favor of the Buckeyes.</li><li>Not only will Ohio State pick up the win, but look for them to cover at -2.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 150.5 points, and we like the under with a projected 146 points.</li></ul><h3>Do the Ducks Stand a Chance on the Road?</h3><p>Oregon improved to 13-2 on the season with an 83-79 home win over Maryland on Sunday. The Ducks entered the game as -4.5 favorites but didn’t cover the spread. The combined score of 162 points went over the O/U line of 150.5.</p> <p>Oregon trailed 45-42 at halftime but tightened up defensively in the 2nd half, holding Maryland to 34 points while scoring 41 themselves.</p><p>Oregon's offense was firing on all cylinders in their last game, putting up 83 points while shooting 51.8% from the field. Their effective field goal percentage was an impressive 62.5%, thanks to 42.9% shooting from beyond the arc (12/28) and 60.7% from two-point range (17/28). They also connected on 86.7% of their free throws (13/15).</p> <p>Jackson Shelstad was perfect from three, hitting 5/5 and finishing with 23 points on 8/10 shooting overall. Rodney Rice added 19 points, hitting 3/5 from deep, while Keeshawn Barthelemy contributed 14 points and 5 assists, shooting 50% from three.</p><p>Oregon's defense struggled in their last game, giving up 79 points on 51% shooting from the field. They allowed their opponent to hit 60% of their two-point attempts, with 17 makes on 28 tries.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Oregon's opponent connected on 12 of 28 threes, shooting 42%. They also went to the line 15 times, making 13 free throws for 86%. Oregon gave up 8 offensive rebounds.</p><h3>Taking a Look at the Buckeyes Chances at Home</h3><p>Ohio State improved to 10-5 on the season with an 89-88 road win over Minnesota on Monday. The Buckeyes entered the game as 5-point favorites but didn’t cover the spread. The total points for the game hit 177, well over the pre-game O/U line of 138.5.</p> <p>After trailing 28-27 at halftime, Ohio State turned things around in the second half, outscoring Minnesota 37-36 to secure the win.</p><p>Ohio State put up 89 points in their last game, shooting 42.9% from the field. Their effective field goal percentage was 47.6%, with two-point shooting at 51.2% (21/41) and three-point shooting at just 27.3% (6/22). The Buckeyes were strong from the free-throw line, hitting 87.9% (29/33) of their attempts.</p> <p>Offensively, they grabbed 12 rebounds and dished out 17 assists. Parker Fox led the way with 21 points on 8/12 shooting, while Lu'Cye Patterson added 20 points, hitting 3/7 from beyond the arc. Isaac Asuma also contributed 18 points, connecting on 3/4 three-point attempts.</p><p>Ohio State's defense struggled in their last game, giving up 88 points on 45% shooting. They allowed 32 field goals on 70 attempts.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, their opponent hit 12 threes on 29 attempts, shooting 41%. Ohio State also sent them to the line 27 times, where they made 12 free throws.</p>

Oregon Ducks vs Ohio State Buckeyes NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 1/9/25

<p>Betting on today's Cougars and Pride game? Catch the action at Mack Sports Complex in Hempstead, NY, as the Pride hosts this showdown at 7:00 ET on FloC. The over/under line for this matchup is currently at 138.5 points, and Hofstra is favored by -1.5 to win at home against Charleston.</p><h3>CHARLESTON COUGARS VS HOFSTRA PRIDE BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Hofstra Pride -1.5</p><p>This game will be played at Mack Sports Complex at 7:00 ET on Thursday, January 9th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE HOFSTRA PRIDE:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 77-69 in favor of the Pride.</li><li>Not only will Hofstra pick up the win, but look for them to cover at -1.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 138.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 146 points.</li></ul><h3>Is a Road Win Possible for the Cougars?</h3><p>Charleston improved to 11-3 on the season with a 77-69 win over Towson on Saturday. The Cougars were -6.5 favorites at home and covered the spread. The total points for the game reached 146, surpassing the O/U line of 140.5.</p> <p>Charleston took control early, leading 39-30 at halftime. They scored 38 points in the 2nd half while allowing 39, but their early lead helped them secure the win.</p><p>Charleston's offense put up 77 points in their last game, shooting 46% from the field and 38.9% from beyond the arc. They were nearly perfect from the free-throw line, hitting 24 of 26 attempts for a 92.3% success rate.</p> <p>Tyler Tejada led the way with 22 points, connecting on 4 of 8 from three-point range. Deywilk Tavarez and AJ Smith each added 20 points, with Smith shooting 75% overall and hitting 2 of 3 from deep.</p><p>Charleston's defense gave up 69 points in their last game, with the opposing team shooting 46% from the field, hitting 23 of 50 shots. Inside the arc, they were 16/32, shooting 50% on two-point attempts.</p> <p>From three-point range, the opponents shot 38%, making 7 of 18 attempts. They also went to the line 26 times, converting 24 free throws for 92%. Charleston allowed 5 offensive rebounds.</p><h3>Can the Pride Live Up to the Hype at Home?</h3><p>Hofstra improved to 7-6 on the season with a 55-37 win over Northeastern on Saturday. The Pride were +2.5 point underdogs going into the game and covered the spread with the win.</p> <p>Hofstra’s defense was key, holding the Huskies to just 18 points in the 2nd half while scoring 37 themselves. The game’s total points (92) were well under the O/U line of 131.5.</p><p>Hofstra managed just 55 points in their last game, shooting 41.5% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 48.8%. They hit 5 of 13 threes, shooting 38.5% from deep, and connected on 76.2% of their free throws, going 16 for 21.</p> <p>Offensively, they struggled to move the ball, finishing with only 6 assists and grabbing just 3 offensive rebounds. Cruz Davis led the way with 22 points, hitting 4 of 5 threes and shooting 61.5% overall. Rashad King added 16 points and 11 rebounds, though he shot just 29.4% from the field.</p><p>Hofstra's defense was dominant, giving up just 37 points while holding their opponent to 21% shooting from the field. They limited two-point attempts to 27% (10/36).</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Hofstra's defense was even more impressive, allowing just 3 made threes on 25 attempts (12%). They also sent their opponent to the line 15 times, where they hit 8 free throws (53%).</p>

Charleston Cougars vs Hofstra Pride NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 1/9/25

<p>The Flames and Bearkats are set to face off at 9:00 ET on CBSS. The Bearkats will host the game at Bernard G. Johnson Coliseum in Huntsville, TX. Liberty is favored by -3.5 in this Conference USA conference showdown. The game's over/under is currently at 143.5 points.</p><h3>LIBERTY FLAMES VS SAM HOUSTON BEARKATS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Sam Houston Bearkats +3.5</p><p>This game will be played at Bernard G. Johnson Coliseum at 9:00 ET on Thursday, January 9th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE SAM HOUSTON BEARKATS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 74-72 in favor of the Bearkats.</li><li>Not only will Sam Houston pick up the win, but look for them to cover at +3.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 143.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 146 points.</li></ul><h3>Will the Flames Defense Show Up in Huntsville?</h3><h3>Liberty Flames Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Liberty improved to 10-2 on the season with a 73-63 win over Middle Tennessee on Saturday. Playing at home, the Flames entered the game as -7.5 favorites and covered the spread with the victory. The total points for the game ended at 136, just under the O/U line of 139.5.</p> 

<p>Liberty took control early, leading 42-25 at halftime. However, they allowed 38 points in the 2nd half while scoring 31, making the game closer than the 1st half suggested.</p><p>In their last game, the Liberty Flames put up 73 points, shooting 43.8% from the field and 38.5% from beyond the arc, hitting 10 threes. Their effective field goal percentage was 51.6%, and they connected on 70% of their free throws, going 7-for-10. The Flames also grabbed 10 offensive rebounds and dished out 16 assists.</p> <p>Kaden Metheny led the way with 19 points, shooting 53.3% overall and 3-for-8 from deep. Colin Porter and Camryn Weston each added 16 points, with Porter hitting 3-of-4 from three-point range. Essam Mostafa contributed 14 points and pulled down 16 rebounds, while Justin Bufford chipped in 13 points, connecting on 3-of-7 from three.</p><p>Liberty's defense gave up 63 points in their last game, with opponents shooting 43% from the field on 28 of 64 attempts. Inside the arc, they allowed 47% shooting, as the other team went 18 for 38 on two-point tries.</p> <p>From three-point range, Liberty's defense saw the opposition hit 10 of 26 shots, good for 38%. They also sent the other team to the free-throw line 10 times, where they converted 7 attempts for 70%. Liberty allowed 10 offensive rebounds in the game.</p><h3>Will Sam Houston Pull Through as the Underdog Home Team?</h3><h3>Sam Houston Bearkats Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>The Bearkats dropped to 4-8 on the season after an 81-72 loss to UTEP on Saturday. Playing as +5.5 point underdogs on the road, Sam Houston not only lost but also failed to cover the spread.</p> 

<p>After trailing 39-29 at halftime, the Bearkats put up 43 points in the 2nd half but allowed 42, unable to make up the deficit. The game’s total points of 153 exceeded the over/under line of 146.5.</p><p>Sam Houston's offense put up 72 points in their last game, shooting 44.6% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 50%. They hit 52.8% of their two-point attempts, but struggled from beyond the arc, connecting on just 30% of their threes (6/20). At the free-throw line, they were nearly perfect, hitting 16 of 18 for an 88.9% success rate.</p> <p>Marcus Boykin and Devon Barnes both shot 60% from the field, with Barnes knocking down 4 of 7 threes (57.1%). Boykin finished with 18 points, while Barnes added 17. Corey Camper Jr. and Lamar Wilkerson each contributed 16 points, though Wilkerson struggled from three, hitting just 1 of 7 attempts. David Terrell Jr. dished out 6 assists, and Cameron Huefner grabbed 8 rebounds.</p><p>Sam Houston's defense struggled in their last game, giving up 81 points on 54% shooting from the field. They allowed their opponent to hit 69% of their two-point attempts, going 20/29.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Sam Houston's opponent shot 36%, making 8 of 22 threes. The Bearkats also sent them to the free-throw line 23 times, where they converted 17 for 73%.</p>

Liberty Flames vs Sam Houston Bearkats NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 1/9/25

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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<p>Don't miss out on the NCAA showdown between the Boilermakers and Scarlet Knights. The game is starting at 6:00 ET on FS1, and it's hosted by the Scarlet Knights at Jersey Mike's Arena in Piscataway, NJ. Get ready to place your bets! Purdue is favored by -1.5 in this Big Ten conference showdown. The game's over/under is currently at 149.5 points.</p><h3>PURDUE BOILERMAKERS VS RUTGERS SCARLET KNIGHTS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Rutgers Scarlet Knights +1.5</p><p>This game will be played at Jersey Mike's Arena at 6:00 ET on Thursday, January 9th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE RUTGERS SCARLET KNIGHTS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 76-69 in favor of the Scarlet Knights.</li><li>Not only will Rutgers pick up the win, but look for them to cover at +1.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 149.5 points, and we like the under with a projected 145 points.</li></ul><h3>Can Purdue Grab a Win on the Road?</h3><p>Purdue improved to 11-4 on the season with a 79-61 win over Northwestern on Sunday. The Boilermakers, who were favored by 6.5 points, covered the spread, and the total points of 140 went just over the 138.5 O/U line.</p> <p>Purdue dominated early, leading 41-18 at halftime, but allowed 43 points in the 2nd half while scoring 38 of their own.</p><p>Purdue's offense put up 79 points in their last game, shooting 50.9% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 58.2%. They hit 40% from beyond the arc, going 8-for-20, and were strong at the free-throw line, converting 83.3% of their attempts (15/18).</p> <p>Braden Smith led the way with 22 points and 7 assists, while Angelo Ciaravino added 19 points in just 21 minutes. Trey Kaufman-Renn contributed 12 points, and C.J. Cox also scored 12, grabbing 8 rebounds along the way.</p><p>Despite Purdue's defensive struggles, allowing 61 points on 50% shooting, they still managed to hold their opponent to just 61 points. Purdue allowed 57% shooting from inside the arc, with their opponent hitting 20 of 35 two-point attempts.</p> <p>From three-point range, Purdue's defense gave up 8 threes on 20 attempts, a 40% clip. They also sent their opponent to the free-throw line 18 times, where they converted 15 free throws, shooting 83%. Purdue allowed 9 offensive rebounds in the game.</p><h3>Can Rutgers Secure a Home Victory?</h3><h3>Rutgers Scarlet Knights Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Rutgers dropped to 8-7 on the season after a 75-63 home loss to Wisconsin on Monday. The Scarlet Knights entered the game as +1.5 point underdogs and failed to cover the spread.</p> 

<p>Trailing 43-34 at halftime, Rutgers couldn’t close the gap in the second half, scoring 29 points while allowing 32. The game’s total points of 138 fell short of the 157 O/U line.</p><p>In their last game, Rutgers struggled offensively, shooting just 34.2% from the field and 26.9% from beyond the arc. Their effective field goal percentage was 38.4%, and they hit only 46.2% of their free throws, going 6-for-13 from the line.</p> <p>John Blackwell led the way with 21 points, while Steven Crowl added 18 points on 72.7% shooting, hitting 2-of-3 from three-point range. Crowl also grabbed 10 rebounds, contributing to Rutgers' 18 offensive boards in the game.</p><p>Even with a strong defensive effort, Rutgers couldn't hold their opponent under 75 points. The Scarlet Knights limited them to just 34% shooting from the field, including 38% on two-point attempts (18/47).</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Rutgers held their opponent to 26% shooting, with just 7 made threes on 26 attempts. They also sent them to the line 13 times, where they hit 6 free throws (46%).</p>

Purdue Boilermakers vs Rutgers Scarlet Knights NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 1/9/25

<p>The Huskies and Tigers are set to face off at 7:00 ET on FloC. The Tigers will host the game at TU Arena in Towson, MD. The over/under for this game is set at 129 points, and Towson is favored by -3.5 vs. Northeastern in a Coastal Athletic Association conference matchup.</p><h3>NORTHEASTERN HUSKIES VS TOWSON TIGERS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Towson Tigers -3.5</p><p>This game will be played at TU Arena at 7:00 ET on Thursday, January 9th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE TOWSON TIGERS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 78-69 in favor of the Tigers.</li><li>Not only will Towson pick up the win, but look for them to cover at -3.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 129 points, and we like the over with a projected 147 points.</li></ul><h3>Does Northeastern Have What it Takes to Win as Road Underdogs?</h3><h3>Northeastern Huskies Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>The Huskies fell to 9-6 on the season after a 55-37 home loss to Hofstra on Saturday. Northeastern, who were -2.5 favorites, not only lost but also failed to cover the spread. The game’s total points of 92 fell well short of the O/U line of 131.5.</p> 

<p>After leading 19-18 at halftime, Northeastern struggled in the second half, scoring just 18 points while allowing 37. The Huskies will need to address their offensive issues moving forward.</p><p>Northeastern's offense struggled mightily in their last game, scoring just 37 points on 21.3% shooting from the field. Their effective field goal percentage was a mere 23%, and they hit only 3 of 25 attempts from beyond the arc, shooting 12% from three-point range. At the free-throw line, they connected on 8 of 15 attempts, shooting 53.3%.</p> <p>The Huskies managed 16 offensive rebounds and dished out just 5 assists as a team. Cruz Davis was a bright spot, scoring 22 points on 8 of 13 shooting, including 4 of 5 from three-point range. Rashad King added 16 points and 11 rebounds, while Jean Aranguren contributed 14 points, 10 rebounds, and 4 assists, despite shooting just 2 of 12 from the field.</p><p>Northeastern's defense was dominant, giving up just 55 points while holding their opponent to 21% shooting from the field. The Huskies limited them to 10 made two-point shots on 36 attempts, a 27% success rate.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Northeastern's defense was even more effective, as they allowed just 3 three-pointers on 25 attempts, a 12% shooting performance. They also sent their opponent to the line 15 times, where they made 8 free throws, shooting 53%.</p><h3>Can Towson Deliver Being Favored at Home?</h3><h3>Towson Tigers Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>The Tigers fell to 5-9 on the season after a 77-69 road loss to Charleston on Saturday. Towson entered the game as +6.5 point underdogs and failed to cover the spread.</p> 

<p>After trailing 39-30 at halftime, Towson scored 39 points in the 2nd half but allowed 38, unable to close the gap. The game’s total points of 146 went over the pre-game line of 140.5.</p><p>Towson's offense put up 69 points in their last game, shooting 42% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 47.8%. They hit 8 of 23 from beyond the arc, shooting 34.8%, and struggled at the free-throw line, connecting on just 3 of 9 attempts.</p> <p>Tyler Tejada led the way with 22 points, hitting 4 of 8 from three-point range. Deywilk Tavarez and AJ Smith each added 20 points, with Smith shooting 75% overall and 66.7% from deep. Tavarez also contributed 7 rebounds and 2 assists.</p><p>Towson's defense gave up 77 points in their last game, allowing the opposition to shoot 46% from the field, with 23 made baskets on 50 attempts. Inside the arc, they allowed 16 two-point field goals on 32 attempts, a 50% shooting rate.</p> <p>From three-point range, Towson's opponents hit 7 of 18 shots, good for 38%. Towson also sent them to the free-throw line 26 times, where they converted 24 attempts, shooting 92%. On the boards, Towson gave up 5 offensive rebounds.</p>

Northeastern Huskies vs Towson Tigers NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 1/9/25

<p>Planning on watching today's Spartans and Mocs game? Catch the action at McKenzie Arena in Chattanooga, TN, as the Mocs hosts this showdown at 5:00 ET on CBSS. The odds for this Southern conference game currently have Chattanooga as the -4 point favorite with the over/under line sitting at 143.5 points.</p><h3>UNCG SPARTANS VS CHATTANOOGA MOCS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Chattanooga Mocs -4</p><p>This game will be played at McKenzie Arena at 5:00 ET on Thursday, January 9th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE CHATTANOOGA MOCS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 78-70 in favor of the Mocs.</li><li>Not only will Chattanooga pick up the win, but look for them to cover at -4.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 143.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 148 points.</li></ul><h3>Do the Spartans Have What it Takes in Chattanooga?</h3><h3>UNCG Spartans Recent Game/Games</h3> <p>UNCG improved to 6-6 on the season with an 84-67 home win over Furman on Saturday, January 4th. The Spartans entered the game as 1-point favorites and covered the spread. The total points for the game reached 151, surpassing the over/under line of 138.5.</p> <p>UNCG took control early, leading 43-32 at halftime. They maintained their momentum in the 2nd half, scoring 41 points while allowing 35.</p><p>UNCG's offense was clicking in their latest game, putting up 84 points on 57.4% shooting from the field. Their effective field goal percentage was an impressive 68.5%, thanks in part to their 52.2% shooting from beyond the arc, hitting 12 of 23 attempts.</p> <p>Kenyon Giles led<p>UNCG's defense struggled in their last game, giving up 67 points while allowing the opposition to shoot 57% from the field. They were particularly vulnerable inside the arc, where they allowed 19 two-point baskets on 31 attempts, a 61% shooting rate.</p> <p>From three-point range, the Spartans allowed 12 made threes on 23 attempts, with the opposition shooting 52%. They also sent the other team to the free-throw line 13 times, where they converted 10 free throws at a 76% rate. UNCG gave up 8 offensive rebounds in the game.</p><h3>Are the Mocs Ready for a Home Win?</h3><p>Chattanooga improved to 7-6 on the season with an 81-68 road win over the Citadel Bulldogs on Saturday. The Mocs entered the game as -11.5 favorites and covered the spread, while the total points of 149 went over the pre-game line of 143.5.</p> <p>Chattanooga led 42-30 at halftime and scored 39 points in the 2nd half, while allowing 38 points to the Bulldogs.</p><p>Chattanooga's offense put up 81 points in their last game, shooting 51.7% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 58.6%. They connected on 60% of their two-point attempts and hit 39.1% from beyond the arc, making 9 threes. At the free-throw line, they went 12-for-16, shooting 75%.</p> <p>The Mocs dished out 19 assists, with 7 offensive rebounds. Brody Fox and Bash Wieland each scored 21 points, with Wieland shooting 66.7% from the field. Trey Bonham added 12 points, hitting 2-of-3 from deep, while Sean Cusano contributed 11 points, making 50% of his 3-point attempts.</p><p>Chattanooga's defense gave up 68 points on 44% shooting in their last game. They allowed 23 field goals on 52 attempts.</p> <p>From three-point range, opponents shot 38%, hitting 8 of 21. Chattanooga also sent them to the line 23 times, where they made 14 free throws.</p>

UNCG Spartans vs Chattanooga Mocs NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 1/9/25

<p>The Golden State Warriors are currently 9th in the Western Conference and 3rd in the Pacific Division. They are 18-18 overall and have lost their last two games. They are the underdogs in this game with a moneyline of +118 and a spread of +3.</p>

<p>On the other side, the Detroit Pistons are 8th in the Eastern Conference and 4th in the Central Division. They have won five straight games and are favored in this matchup with a spread of -3 and a moneyline of -140.</p><h3>GOLDEN STATE WARRIORS VS DETROIT PISTONS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Detroit Pistons -3</p><p>This game will be played at Little Caesars Arena at 7:00 ET on Thursday, January 9th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE DETROIT PISTONS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 110-104 in favor of the Pistons.</li><li>Our projections have Cade Cunningham finishing with 23 points, 6 rebounds and 9 assists.</li><li>From the field, we have the Pistons finishing with a field goal percentage of 46.7% and knocking down 12 threes.</li></ul><h3>Will the Warriors Find a Way to Win on the Road?</h3><p>The Warriors fell to 18-18 on the season after a 114-98 home loss to the Heat on Tuesday. Golden State, who were -9 point favorites, failed to cover the spread, and the game’s total of 212 points came in just under the O/U line of 216.5.</p> <p>After Miami’s 10-0 run early in the game, the Warriors trailed 61-48 at halftime. They fought back in the 3rd quarter, outscoring the Heat 30-23, but couldn’t keep the momentum going, as Miami pulled away with a 30-20 4th quarter.</p><p>In their 114-98 loss to the Heat, the Warriors struggled offensively, shooting just 40.8% from the field and 28% from three-point range. Stephen Curry hit 8 threes at a 47.1% clip, finishing with a team-high 31 points and 7 rebounds.</p> <p>Trayce Jackson-Davis added 19 points and 7 rebounds, shooting 75% from the floor. Buddy Hield contributed 11 points despite shooting 22.2% from deep, making 2 threes in the game.</p><p>Defensively, the Warriors gave up 114 points to the Heat, who shot 47% from the field. Golden State allowed 29 points in the 1st quarter and 32 in the 2nd, but they tightened up in the 3rd, giving up just 23 points before allowing 30 in the 4th.</p> <p>The Warriors limited Miami to 16 made threes on 40% shooting from deep. They sent the Heat to the free-throw line 17 times, where they made 12. Golden State finished with 41 defensive rebounds, allowing 9 offensive boards, and recorded 9 steals and 6 blocks.</p><h3>Will the Pistons Win at Little Caesars Arena?</h3><p>Detroit moved to 19-18 on the season with a 113-98 road win over the Nets on Wednesday. The Pistons, who were favored by 9.5 points, covered the spread with the victory. The total points for the game ended at 211, just under the 211.5 O/U line.</p> <p>A key moment in the game came when the Pistons went on a 12-0 run, turning a 46-41 deficit into a 53-46 lead. They extended their lead by outscoring the Nets 32-21 in the 3rd quarter, going into the 4th with a 91-70 advantage. Although the Nets won the 4th quarter 28-22, the Pistons had already built a big enough lead to secure the win.</p><p>In their win over the Nets, the Pistons shot 52.3% from the field and hit 15 threes at a 40.5% rate. Malik Beasley led the way with 23 points, knocking down 4 threes despite shooting just 36.4% from deep.</p> <p>Marcus Sasser connected on 5 threes, shooting 71.4% from beyond the arc and finishing with 15 points. Simone Fontecchio added 17 points, hitting 3 threes at a 60% clip.</p><p>The Pistons put on a defensive clinic against the Nets, holding them to just 98 points on 38% shooting. Detroit was consistent throughout, giving up 25 points in the 1st quarter, 24 in the 2nd, and just 21 in the 3rd, before allowing 28 in the final period.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, the Pistons limited the Nets to 13 threes on 33% shooting. Brooklyn also went 19/21 from the free-throw line. Detroit controlled the glass with 35 defensive rebounds while allowing 9 offensive boards. They also added 9 steals and 9 blocks.</p>

Golden State Warriors vs Detroit Pistons Betting Pick & Prediction 1/9/25

<p>Looking to win big? The Seahawks and Hawks face off at 7:00 ET on FloC. The Hawks are hosting the game at OceanFirst Bank Center in West Long Branch, NJ. UNCW is favored by -4.5 in this Coastal Athletic Association conference contest against Monmouth. The game's over/under currently sits at 146.5 points.</p><h3>UNCW SEAHAWKS VS MONMOUTH HAWKS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Monmouth Hawks +4.5</p><p>This game will be played at OceanFirst Bank Center at 7:00 ET on Thursday, January 9th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE MONMOUTH HAWKS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 76-70 in favor of the Hawks.</li><li>Not only will Monmouth pick up the win, but look for them to cover at +4.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 146.5 points, and we like the under with a projected 146 points.</li></ul><h3>Will UNCW Be The Talk of OceanFirst Bank Center?</h3><p>UNCW improved to 9-4 on the season with a 77-69 win over Campbell on Saturday. The Seahawks, who were -11 point favorites, didn’t cover the spread but got the win at home. The total points for the game were 146, just over the 144.5 O/U line.</p> <p>UNCW led 39-31 at halftime and matched Campbell’s 38 points in the 2nd half to secure the win. They’ll look to tighten up defensively in future games.</p><p>In their latest game, UNCW put up 77 points, shooting 43.4% from the field. They struggled from beyond the arc, hitting just 4 of 19 threes for 21.1%, but were strong inside, connecting on 55.9% of their two-point attempts. At the free-throw line, they excelled, making 27 of 33 for 81.8%.</p> <p>Colby Duggan led the way with 22 points, shooting 11 of 16 from the field. Donovan Newby added 17 points, hitting 2 threes, while Khamari McGriff contributed 15 points in just 17 minutes, shooting 6 of 8. Harlan Obioha also had an efficient night, going 5 of 7 for 13 points.</p><p>UNCW's defense gave up 69 points in their last game, with the opposing team shooting 43% from the field. They allowed 19 two-point baskets on 34 attempts, a 55% shooting rate.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, UNCW held their opponent to just 4 made threes on 19 attempts, a 21% success rate. The opponent also went to the free-throw line 33 times, making 27 of those shots, an 81% free-throw percentage. UNCW gave up 16 offensive rebounds in the game.</p><h3>Is a Home Win Possible for Monmouth?</h3><h3>Monmouth Hawks Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>The Hawks dropped to 3-12 on the season after an 84-64 loss to Delaware on Saturday, January 4th. Monmouth entered the game as +5 point underdogs and failed to cover the spread. The total points for the game were 148, falling short of the O/U line of 152.5.</p> 

<p>Monmouth fell behind early, trailing 51-27 at halftime. They showed some fight in the second half, outscoring Delaware 37-33, but it wasn’t enough to overcome the early deficit.</p><p>Monmouth struggled offensively in their last game, shooting just 32.7% from the field and 28.6% from three-point range. Their effective field goal percentage was 38.5%, but they did hit 82.8% of their free throws, going 24/29 from the line.</p> <p>Erik Timko and Niels Lane both scored 17 points, with Timko hitting 5 of 8 threes and adding 4 assists. John Camden also contributed 15 points and 8 rebounds, while Abdi Bashir Jr. led the team with 20 points.</p><p>Monmouth's defense struggled in their last game, giving up 84 points on 51% shooting from the field. They allowed 30 made baskets on 58 attempts.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, the Hawks allowed 12 threes on 23 attempts, a 52% shooting performance. They also sent their opponents to the line 18 times, where they made 12 free throws.</p>

UNCW Seahawks vs Monmouth Hawks NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 1/9/25

<p>At 10:30 ET, the Lakers (-306) will host the Hornets (+248) in a non-conference matchup. Los Angeles is favored by 8 points, and the over/under line is set at 222.5.</p>

<p>SN-LA will have the TV coverage for this game, which will be played at Crypto.com Arena in Los Angeles. The Lakers (20-16) are currently on a 2-game losing streak and are 6th in the Western Conference. Meanwhile, the Hornets (8-27) are 13th in the East and 4th in the Southeast Division.</p><h3>CHARLOTTE HORNETS VS LOS ANGELES LAKERS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Charlotte Hornets +8</p><p>This game will be played at Crypto.com Arena at 10:30 ET on Thursday, January 9th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE CHARLOTTE HORNETS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 133-126 in favor of the Hornets.</li><li>Our projections have LaMelo Ball finishing with 27 points, 5 rebounds and 7 assists.</li><li>From the field, we have the Hornets finishing with a field goal percentage of 45.0% and knocking down 15 threes.</li></ul><h3>Will the Hornets Defense Show Up on the Road?</h3><p>The Hornets improved to 8-27 on the season with a 115-104 win over the Suns on Tuesday. Charlotte, who were +5 point underdogs, not only won but covered the spread. The game’s total of 219 points fell short of the 226-point over/under line.</p> <p>Charlotte’s key moment came with a 14-0 run, turning a 40-36 deficit into a 50-40 lead. They dominated the 2nd quarter, outscoring Phoenix 37-17, and held on in the 4th quarter, winning it 27-21 to seal the victory.</p><p>LaMelo Ball's 32-point, 10-rebound performance, including 13 points in the 3rd quarter, led the Hornets to a win over the Suns. He hit 5 threes, despite shooting just 31.2% from deep.</p> <p>As a team, the Hornets shot 38.8% from the field and 27.7% from three, making 13 threes. Miles Bridges added 21 points, and Nick Richards contributed 15 points and 12 rebounds.</p><p>The Hornets put together a strong defensive effort on Tuesday, holding the Suns to 104 points on 42% shooting. Charlotte was particularly effective in the 2nd quarter, allowing just 17 points, and they tightened up again in the 4th, giving up only 21 points to secure the win.</p> <p>Charlotte's defense was especially tough from beyond the arc, where they limited Phoenix to just 8 made threes on 24% shooting. The Hornets also finished with 39 defensive rebounds, gave up 8 offensive boards, and added 9 steals and 5 blocks.</p><h3>Will the Lakers Live Up to Expectations at Home?</h3><p>The Lakers dropped to 20-16 on the season after a 118-97 road loss to the Mavericks on Tuesday. Los Angeles, who entered the game as 6.5-point favorites, failed to cover the spread. The total score of 215 points fell just short of the 218-point over/under line.</p> <p>Dallas took control with a 13-0 run, extending their lead from 50-47 to 60-50. The Mavericks outscored the Lakers 31-23 in the 2nd quarter and 34-26 in the 3rd, leaving L.A. trailing 89-76 heading into the 4th. Dallas finished strong, outscoring the Lakers 29-21 in the final quarter.</p><p>In their 118-97 loss to the Mavericks, the Lakers' offense struggled, shooting just 45.3% from the field and 31.4% from three-point range, connecting on 11 threes. Anthony Davis led the way with 21 points, 12 rebounds, and 10 of his points came in the 1st quarter.</p> <p>LeBron James added 18 points, 10 rebounds, and 8 assists, while Austin Reaves contributed 15 points, hitting 4 threes at 36.4%. Dalton Knecht scored 10 of his 13 points in the 4th quarter, and Max Christie added 12 points, with 9 coming in the 2nd quarter.</p><p>The Lakers’ defense struggled on Tuesday, giving up 118 points to the Mavericks, including 31 points in the 2nd quarter and 34 in the 3rd. Dallas shot 52% from the field.</p> <p>Los Angeles had trouble defending the three, allowing 18 made threes at a 47% clip. They sent the Mavericks to the line 14 times, where they made 10 free throws.</p>

Charlotte Hornets vs Los Angeles Lakers Betting Pick & Prediction 1/9/25

<p>Planning on watching today's Rainbow Warriors and Highlanders game? Catch the action at SRC Arena in Riverside, CA, as the Highlanders hosts this showdown at 10:00 ET on ESPN+. The over/under for this Big West conference contest is set at 133.5 points, with UC Riverside being favored by -2.5 at home against Hawaii.</p><h3>HAWAII RAINBOW WARRIORS VS UC RIVERSIDE HIGHLANDERS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: UC Riverside Highlanders -2.5</p><p>This game will be played at SRC Arena at 10:00 ET on Thursday, January 9th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE UC RIVERSIDE HIGHLANDERS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 77-69 in favor of the Highlanders.</li><li>Not only will UC Riverside pick up the win, but look for them to cover at -2.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 133.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 146 points.</li></ul><h3>Can Hawaii Grab a Win on the Road?</h3><p>Hawaii improved to 7-5 on the season with a 68-55 home win over Cal Poly on Sunday. The Rainbow Warriors entered the game as -5.5 favorites and covered the spread. The total points for the game were 123, well under the O/U line of 153.5.</p> <p>Hawaii led 27-22 at halftime and pulled away by scoring 41 points in the second half while holding Cal Poly to 33 points.</p><p>Hawaii's offense put up 68 points in their last game, shooting 45.1% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 51%. They hit 53.3% of their two-point attempts and 33.3% from beyond the arc, connecting on 7 of 21 threes. At the free-throw line, they shot 75%, making 15 of 20 attempts.</p> <p>Gytis Nemeiksa led the way with 19 points, 9 rebounds, and 4 assists, shooting 46.2% from the field and 50% from three (3/6). Tom Beattie and Owen Koonce each added 15 points, with Beattie shooting 66.7% overall. Tanner Christensen contributed 11 points and 10 rebounds, hitting 80% of his shots.</p><p>Hawaii's defense held their opponent to 55 points, even though they allowed them to shoot 45% from the field, with 23 made baskets on 51 attempts.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Hawaii's opponent shot 33%, hitting 7 of 21 three-point attempts. They also went to the free-throw line 20 times, making 15 of those shots.</p><h3>Can the Highlanders Secure a Win at Home?</h3><h3>UC Riverside Highlanders Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>UC Riverside fell to 8-6 on the season after an 81-57 road loss to UC Irvine on Saturday, January 4th. The Highlanders entered the game as +8.5 point underdogs and failed to cover the spread. The total points for the game were 138, just under the O/U line of 141.5.</p> 

<p>Riverside led 35-29 at halftime but struggled in the 2nd half, scoring only 22 points while allowing 52 to the Anteaters.</p><p>UC Riverside struggled offensively in their last game, shooting just 31.7% from the field and 24% from three-point range. Their effective field goal percentage was 36.5%, and they managed only 8 assists as a team.</p> <p>Barrington Hargress led the Highlanders with 20 points, though he shot 35.3% from the field and 30% from deep. Justin Hohn added 17 points, shooting 57.1% overall, while Myles Che contributed 16 points and 7 assists.</p><p>UC Riverside's defense struggled in their last game, giving up 81 points on 49% shooting from the field. The Highlanders allowed their opponent to connect on 60% of their two-point attempts, with 20 makes on 33 tries.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, UC Riverside held their opponent to 31% shooting, as they went 7/22 from three-point range. The Highlanders also sent their opponent to the free-throw line 28 times, where they converted 20 for 71%. UC Riverside allowed 9 offensive rebounds.</p>

Hawaii Rainbow Warriors vs UC Riverside Highlanders NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 1/9/25

<p>In a non-conference matchup, the Atlanta Hawks (19-18) will travel to take on the Phoenix Suns (16-19) at Footprint Center. The game is set to tip-off at 9:00 ET and can be seen on AZFa.</p>

<p>Oddsmakers have the Suns (-260) favored by 6.5 points over the Hawks (+215). The over/under line for the game is currently sitting at 238 points.</p><h3>ATLANTA HAWKS VS PHOENIX SUNS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Phoenix Suns -6.5</p><p>This game will be played at Footprint Center at 9:00 ET on Thursday, January 9th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE PHOENIX SUNS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 130-116 in favor of the Suns.</li><li>Our projections have Kevin Durant finishing with 25 points, 6 rebounds and 4 assists.</li><li>From the field, we have the Suns finishing with a field goal percentage of 47.5% and knocking down 14 threes.</li></ul><h3>Will the Atlanta Defense Show Up on the Road?</h3><p>The Hawks moved to 19-18 on the season with a 124-121 road win over the Jazz on Tuesday. Atlanta was favored by 5.5 points but didn’t cover the spread, while the game’s total of 245 points went over the 238.5-point line.</p> <p>Atlanta led 36-32 after the 1st quarter, but Utah went on a 12-0 run, briefly taking the lead. The Hawks regained control, leading 93-89 going into the 4th, and held on despite being outscored 32-31 in the final period.</p><p>Trae Young's 24 points and 20 assists led the Hawks to a win over the Jazz, despite shooting just 37.5% from the field and 30% from three. Clint Capela added 18 points, hitting 81.8% of his shots, while De'Andre Hunter contributed 17 points, knocking down 4 threes at 57.1% efficiency.</p> <p>As a team, the Hawks connected on 18 threes, shooting 40.9% from deep and 48% overall. Young scored 10 points in the 4th quarter, while Bogdan Bogdanović added 6 of his 11 points in the final period.</p><p>Despite giving up 121 points, the Hawks managed to secure a win over the Jazz on Tuesday. Atlanta allowed 32 points in both the 1st and 4th quarters but tightened up in the 3rd, giving up just 27 points. Overall, they held Utah to 41% shooting from the field.</p> <p>The Hawks struggled to defend the three-point line, where the Jazz hit 19 threes at a 39% clip. Atlanta also sent Utah to the free-throw line 25 times, where they converted 22. The Hawks grabbed 32 defensive rebounds while allowing 13 offensive boards, and they added 6 steals and 11 blocks.</p><h3>Is A Home Victory Likely for Favored Phoenix?</h3><p>The Suns fell to 16-19 this season after a 115-104 road loss to the Hornets on Tuesday. Phoenix, favored by 5 points, failed to cover the spread, and the game’s total of 219 points fell short of the 226-point O/U line.</p> <p>After leading 29-22 in the 1st quarter, the Suns were outscored 37-17 in the 2nd, including a 14-0 run by Charlotte. Phoenix rallied in the 3rd, winning the quarter 37-29, but couldn’t complete the comeback, as they were outscored 27-21 in the 4th.</p><p>Devin Booker poured in 39 points and 10 assists in the Suns' loss to the Hornets, shooting 56% from the field. He added 14 points in the 1st quarter and 13 more in the 3rd. Kevin Durant contributed 26 points, with 13 coming in the 3rd quarter.</p> <p>As a team, the Suns shot just 42.4% from the field and made only 8 three-pointers, hitting 24.2% from beyond the arc. Booker made 2 threes, shooting 25% from deep.</p><p>The Suns gave up 115 points to the Hornets on Tuesday, with their toughest stretch coming in the 2nd quarter, where they allowed 37 points. Despite this, they held the Hornets to 38% shooting from the field.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, the Suns limited the Hornets to 27% shooting and 13 made threes. However, they sent the Hornets to the line 29 times, where they made 26 free throws. The Suns finished with 34 defensive rebounds but allowed 20 offensive boards.</p>

Atlanta Hawks vs Phoenix Suns Betting Pick & Prediction 1/9/25

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<p>Betting on today's Roos and Mavericks game? Catch the action at Baxter Arena in Omaha, NE, as the Mavericks hosts this showdown at 9:00 ET on CBSS. Kansas City is favored by -1.5 in this Summit conference contest against Omaha. The game's over/under currently sits at 139.5 points.</p><h3>KANSAS CITY ROOS VS OMAHA MAVERICKS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Omaha Mavericks +1.5</p><p>This game will be played at Baxter Arena at 9:00 ET on Wednesday, January 8th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE OMAHA MAVERICKS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 78-69 in favor of the Mavericks.</li><li>Not only will Omaha pick up the win, but look for them to cover at +1.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 139.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 147 points.</li></ul><h3>Will the Roos Secure A Victory as Road Favorites?</h3><p>The Roos improved to 6-7 on the season with a dominant 90-67 win over Oral Roberts on Saturday. Playing at home, Kansas City entered the game as 8-point favorites and covered the spread. The total points for the game reached 157, surpassing the O/U line of 140.5.</p> <p>Kansas City took control early, leading 37-21 at halftime. They continued to pour it on in the 2nd half, scoring 53 points, though they allowed 46 points to Oral Roberts after the break.</p><p>The Roos put up 90 points in their last game, shooting 57.1% from the field and 50% from beyond the arc, hitting 10 threes. Their effective field goal percentage was an impressive 67.3%, and they connected on 82.8% of their free throws, going 24-for-29 from the line.</p> <p>Jamar Brown led the way with 16 points and 11 rebounds, shooting 62.5% from the field and 66.7% from three. Six other players scored in double figures, with Jayson Petty, Babacar Diallo, Jackson Skipper, JoJo Moore, and Davontae Hall each contributing 14 points.</p><p>Despite Kansas City's defensive efforts, they gave up 67 points in their last game, with their opponents shooting 57% from the field. The Roos allowed 62% shooting on two-point attempts, as their opponents went 18/29 inside the arc.</p> <p>From three-point range, Kansas City's defense couldn't slow down their opponents, who hit 10/20 threes for 50%. The Roos also sent their opponents to the free-throw line 29 times, where they converted 24 free throws at an 82% rate.</p><h3>Will the Mavericks Exceed Expectations at Home?</h3><p>Omaha improved to 6-9 on the season with an 85-80 win over North Dakota State on Saturday. The Mavericks, who were +12 underdogs going into the game, not only pulled off the upset but also covered the spread.</p> <p>After trailing 35-34 at halftime, Omaha exploded for 51 points in the second half while allowing 45. The game’s total points of 165 exceeded the over/under line of 149.5.</p><p>Omaha put up 85 points in their last game, shooting 43.7% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 52.1%. They hit 12 threes at a 42.9% clip, and went 19/43 (44.2%) on two-point attempts. The Mavericks also grabbed 15 offensive rebounds and dished out 10 assists.</p> <p>Lance Waddles led the way with 24 points, hitting 5 of 8 threes. Jacksen Moni added 23 points, while Masen Miller contributed 20, connecting on 5 of 10 from deep. Marquel Sutton pulled down 12 rebounds, and Tajavis Miller added 10 boards.</p><p>Despite Omaha's defensive efforts, they couldn't keep their opponent from scoring 80 points. The Mavericks allowed 41% shooting from the field, with the other team hitting 23 of their 55 attempts.</p> <p>Omaha gave up 13 three-pointers on 34 attempts, a 38% success rate, and sent their opponent to the free-throw line 30 times, where they converted 21 shots (70%).</p>

Kansas City Roos vs Omaha Mavericks NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 1/8/25

<p>Making on a bet on this NCAA game featuring the Vandals versus the Hornets? Tip off is at at 10:00 ET, and you can watch it all unfold on ESPN+. The game will be played at The Hornets Nest in Sacramento, CA. Idaho is favored by -2.5 in this Big Sky conference contest against Sacramento State. The game's over/under currently sits at 134.5 points.</p><h3>IDAHO VANDALS VS SACRAMENTO STATE HORNETS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Sacramento State Hornets +2.5</p><p>This game will be played at The Hornets Nest at 10:00 ET on Thursday, January 9th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE SACRAMENTO STATE HORNETS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 76-69 in favor of the Hornets.</li><li>Not only will Sacramento State pick up the win, but look for them to cover at +2.5.</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 the Idaho Offense Score Enough on the Road?</h3><p>Idaho’s season record dropped to 4-9 after a narrow 73-71 loss to Montana on Saturday. The Vandals were +2 point underdogs going into the game, and the result was a push against the spread. The teams combined for 144 points, falling short of the 151.5-point O/U line.</p> <p>Idaho led 32-29 at halftime but allowed 44 points in the second half while scoring 39. They’ll need to tighten up defensively in the second half of games to improve their record moving forward.</p><p>Idaho put up 71 points in their last game, shooting 42.2% from the field and 29.6% from three-point range. They were efficient from the free-throw line, hitting 9 of 10 attempts. Their effective field goal percentage was 48.4%, and they grabbed 11 offensive rebounds.</p> <p>Malik Moore and Money Williams each contributed 18 points, with Moore hitting 3 of 5 threes. Kristian Gonzalez led the team with 19 points, while Jack Payne also added 18, connecting on 3 of 7 from deep.</p><p>Idaho's defense gave up 73 points in their last game, with opponents shooting 42% from the field on 27 of 64 attempts. Inside the arc, Idaho allowed 51% shooting, with 19 of 37 two-point shots made.</p> <p>From three-point range, opponents hit 8 of 27 attempts, good for 29%. Idaho also sent them to the free-throw line 10 times, where they made 9, shooting 90%. Idaho gave up 11 offensive rebounds.</p><h3>Do the Hornets Have a Shot at a Home Win?</h3><p>On Saturday, January 4th, Sacramento State improved to 2-9 on the season with a 56-53 home win over Portland State. Entering the game as +4.5 point underdogs, the Hornets not only pulled off the upset but also covered the spread.</p> <p>After trailing 31-25 at halftime, Sacramento State clamped down defensively, allowing just 22 points in the 2nd half while scoring 31 of their own. The game’s total points of 109 fell well short of the 141.5 O/U line.</p><p>Sacramento State struggled offensively in their last game, putting up just 56 points while shooting 37.3% from the field. Their effective field goal percentage was 43.1%, with a particularly rough performance from beyond the arc, hitting only 5 of 24 attempts for a 20.8% rate.</p> <p>At the free-throw line, the Hornets shot 59.1%, and they grabbed 10 offensive rebounds. Isaiah Johnson led the team with 13 points, shooting 55.6% overall and 50% from three-point range. EJ Neal added 12 points and 8 rebounds, despite shooting just 22.2% from deep.</p><p>Defensively, Sacramento State held their opponent to just 53 points, allowing them to shoot 37% from the field. The Hornets gave up 14 two-point baskets on 27 attempts, a 51% shooting rate.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Sacramento State's defense was strong, limiting their opponent to 5 made threes on 24 attempts, a 20% success rate. They also sent their opponent to the free-throw line 22 times, where they converted 13 free throws, shooting 59%.</p>

Idaho Vandals vs Sacramento State Hornets NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 1/9/25

<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>

Morehead State Eagles vs Little Rock Trojans NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 1/9/25

<p>Looking to win big? The Fighting Hawks and Pioneers face off at 9:00 ET on Summ. The Pioneers are hosting the game at Hamilton Gymnasium in Denver, CO. North Dakota come into this Summit conference matchup as the -1.5 favorite. The over/under line currently sits at 154.5 points.</p><h3>NORTH DAKOTA FIGHTING HAWKS VS DENVER PIONEERS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Denver Pioneers +1.5</p><p>This game will be played at Hamilton Gymnasium at 9:00 ET on Thursday, January 9th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE DENVER PIONEERS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 74-72 in favor of the Pioneers.</li><li>Not only will Denver pick up the win, but look for them to cover at +1.5.</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>Will North Dakota Win on the Road?</h3><p>North Dakota's season continued to be a struggle as they fell to 3-12 after an 88-80 loss to St. Thomas (MN) on Saturday. Playing at home, the Fighting Hawks were +6 point underdogs going into the game and failed to cover the spread. The total points for the game reached 168, surpassing the over/under line of 156.5.</p> <p>North Dakota found themselves trailing 41-29 at halftime but managed to score 51 points in the 2nd half. However, they also allowed 47 points in the 2nd half, which prevented them from mounting a comeback.</p><p>North Dakota's offense put up 80 points in their last game, shooting 39.7% from the field and 32.3% from beyond the arc, hitting 10 threes on 31 attempts. Their effective field goal percentage was 46.6%, and they were nearly perfect from the free-throw line, making 12 of 13 attempts (92.3%).</p> <p>Miles Barnstable led the way with 30 points, shooting 56.2% overall and 44.4% from deep. Mier Panoam added 20 points and 12 rebounds, though he shot just 38.1% from the field. Eli King and Dariyus Woodson each contributed 14 points, with King hitting 4 of 6 threes (66.7%).</p><p>Despite North Dakota's defensive efforts, they gave up 88 points while holding their opponent to 39% shooting from the field. The Fighting Hawks allowed 29 made field goals on 73 attempts.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, North Dakota's defense saw 10 threes go in on 31 attempts, a 32% success rate. They also sent their opponent to the line 13 times, where they converted 12 free throws at a 92% clip.</p><h3>Can the Pioneers Hold Strong at Home?</h3><h3>Denver Pioneers Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>The Pioneers dropped to 3-11 on the season after a 91-84 loss to South Dakota on Saturday. Denver, who went into the game as +9.5 point underdogs, managed to keep it closer than expected.</p> 

<p>Denver trailed 43-37 at halftime but put up 47 points in the second half while allowing 48. The game’s total points of 175 went over the pre-game line of 164.5.</p><p>In their latest game, the Denver Pioneers put up 84 points, 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, going 9-for-24 from three-point range.</p> <p>Chase Forte led the way with 22 points and 7 rebounds, while Isaac Bruns added 21 points. Sebastian Akins contributed 8 assists and 12 points, shooting 50% from the field and 50% from three. The Pioneers grabbed 14 offensive rebounds and dished out 15 assists as a team.</p><p>Despite Denver's defensive struggles, they sent their opponents to the line 51 times, where they converted 32 free throws. The Pioneers also allowed 16 offensive rebounds, contributing to the 91 points they gave up.</p> <p>From the field, Denver's defense allowed a 48% shooting performance, with their opponents hitting 27 of 56 shots. Inside the arc, they shot 57% on 22 of 38 attempts, while from three-point range, they made 5 of 18, or 27%.</p>

North Dakota Fighting Hawks vs Denver Pioneers NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 1/9/25

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<p>Planning on watching today's Avalanche and Wild game? Catch the action at Xcel Energy Center in St. Paul, MN, as the Wild hosts this showdown at 8:00 ET on ESPN+. The Avalanche are favored by -1.5 in this Central division showdown. The game's over/under is currently at 6 goals.</p><h3>COLORADO AVALANCHE VS MINNESOTA WILD BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Minnesota Wild +1.5</p><p>This game will be played at Xcel Energy Center at 8:00 ET on Thursday, January 9th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE MINNESOTA WILD:</h3><ul><li>Even though they are 1.5 goal underdogs, we see the Wild winning this game by a score of 4-2.</li><li>We like the Wild on the moneyline (+111)</li><li>The Wild are also our pick on the spread at +1.5</li></ul><h3>Is a Road Win Possible for Colorado?</h3><p>Following a 5-2 loss to the Predators, the Avalanche are now 25-16-1. Colorado led 1-0 early in the second period, but Nashville responded with five unanswered goals.</p> 

<p>The total for the game was set at 6.5 goals, and the combined 7 goals went over. The Avalanche were underdogs on the puck line, and their defense allowed two empty-net goals in the third period.</p><p>In their 5-2 loss to Nashville, Colorado took 30 shots on goal but only found the net twice. Cale Makar opened the scoring with his 5th goal of the season, a power-play effort in the second period. Nathan MacKinnon added his 6th goal, which came with just 2:17 left in the game.</p> <p>Makar also picked up his 16th assist on MacKinnon’s goal. MacKinnon now has 14 assists after setting up Makar’s earlier goal. The Avalanche had 23 giveaways in the game.</p><p>Justus Annunen made 21 saves with a save percentage of 87.5%, but the Avalanche's defense struggled late, giving up two goals in the final 1:14. The first came at 18:46 in the 3rd period, followed by another at 19:19. Annunen also allowed three earlier goals, including two on the power play.</p><h3>Will the Minnesota Defense Show Up at Home?</h3><p>With a 2-1 overtime win against the Maple Leafs, the Wild improved to 26-11-4. Minnesota was favored on the puck line, but they didn’t cover. The total was set at 6 goals, and the combined score of 3 fell short of that mark.</p>

<p>Ryan Hartman scored first for the Wild at 9:41 in the opening period, but Toronto tied it up with just 52 seconds left in the first. Matt Boldy netted the game-winner 2:14 into overtime.</p><p>Ryan Hartman netted his third goal of the season, while Matt Boldy added his sixth in the Wild's 2-1 overtime win against the Maple Leafs. Jared Spurgeon picked up two assists, bringing his season total to three, and Marco Rossi added his seventh assist on Boldy’s game-winner.</p> <p>The Wild fired 33 shots on goal but were held scoreless in the second and third periods. They recorded 15 offensive giveaways and failed to convert on any power play opportunities.</p><p>Defensively, the Wild allowed a late first-period goal to Toronto, but they held the Maple Leafs scoreless for the rest of the game, eventually winning 2-1 in overtime. Filip Gustavsson made 27 saves with a 96.4% save percentage, while the defense added 7 takeaways and 22 hits.</p>

<p>Planning on watching today's Huskies and Spartans game? Catch the action at Breslin Center in East Lansing, MI, as the Spartans hosts this showdown at 8:00 ET on BTN. The odds for this Big Ten conference game currently have Michigan State as the -14.5 point favorite with the over/under line sitting at 146.5 points.</p><h3>WASHINGTON HUSKIES VS MICHIGAN STATE SPARTANS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Washington Huskies +14.5</p><p>This game will be played at Breslin Center at 8:00 ET on Thursday, January 9th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE WASHINGTON HUSKIES:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 78-68 in favor of the Spartans.</li><li>Even though we have Michigan State winning straight-up, we like Washington at +14.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 146.5 points, and we like the under with a projected 146 points.</li></ul><h3>Do the Huskies Stand a Chance on the Road?</h3><h3>Washington Huskies Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Washington dropped to 9-5 on the season after an 81-77 home loss to Illinois on Sunday. The Huskies were +7 point underdogs going into the game, but they managed to keep it closer than expected.</p> 

<p>After trailing 42-31 at halftime, Washington put up 46 points in the 2nd half while allowing 39. The total points for the game hit 158, going over the pre-game line of 154.5.</p><p>DJ Davis was the star for Washington, scoring 31 points and hitting 7 threes at a 50% clip. Kasparas Jakucionis added 18 points and 6 assists, while Tre White contributed 17 points and 7 rebounds.</p> <p>The Huskies shot 43.1% from the field, with an effective field goal percentage of 50.8%. They made 10 threes, shooting 38.5% from deep, and hit 78.6% of their free throws. They also grabbed 8 offensive rebounds and dished out 11 assists.</p><p>Washington's defense gave up 81 points, with the opposing team shooting 43% from the field. They allowed 18 two-point field goals on 39 attempts, a 46% success rate.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, the Huskies gave up 10 threes on 26 attempts, with the other team shooting 38%. They also sent them to the line 14 times, where they made 11 free throws, shooting 78%.</p><h3>Can The Spartans Secure a Home Victory?</h3><p>Michigan State improved to 12-2 on the season with a 69-62 road win over Ohio State on Friday. The Spartans entered the game as +2.5 point underdogs and not only pulled off the upset but also covered the spread.</p> <p>Michigan State led 37-29 at halftime, and while they allowed 33 points in the 2nd half, they managed to score 32 points of their own to secure the win. The game’s total points ended at 131, falling short of the 149.5 O/U line.</p><p>Michigan State put up 69 points in their last game, shooting 43.6% from the field. Their two-point shooting was solid at 56.8% (21/37), but they struggled from beyond the arc, hitting just 3 of 18 attempts (16.7%).</p> <p>At the free-throw line, the Spartans connected on 18 of 22 attempts (81.8%) and grabbed 12 offensive rebounds. Szymon Zapala led the way with 15 points, shooting 87.5% (7/8) from the field, while Micah Parrish added 13 points, hitting 3 of 6 from three-point range.</p><p>Michigan State's defense held their opponent to 62 points, with a strong effort in limiting their shooting to just 36% from the field. The Spartans gave up 15 two-point shots on 33 attempts, a 45% conversion rate.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Michigan State's defense was particularly effective, allowing just 7 made threes on 27 attempts, a 25% success rate. They also sent their opponent to the line 16 times, where they hit 11 free throws, shooting 68%.</p>

<p>Planning on watching today's Titans and Jaguars game? Catch the action at Corteva Coliseum in Indianapolis, IN, as the Jaguars hosts this showdown at 6:30 ET on ESPN+. The odds for this Horizon League conference game currently have IU Indy as the -4.5 point favorite with the over/under line sitting at 140 points.</p><h3>DETROIT TITANS VS IU INDY JAGUARS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Detroit Titans +4.5</p><p>This game will be played at Corteva Coliseum at 6:30 ET on Thursday, January 9th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE DETROIT TITANS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 75-73 in favor of the Jaguars.</li><li>Even though we have IU Indy winning straight-up, we like Detroit at +4.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 140 points, and we like the over with a projected 148 points.</li></ul><h3>Are the Titans Ready for a Road Win?</h3><h3>Detroit Titans Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Detroit dropped to 5-11 on the season after a 64-56 loss to Milwaukee on Saturday. The Titans were +9 underdogs but managed to cover the spread at home.</p> 

<p>Detroit trailed 28-24 at halftime and scored 32 points in the 2nd half while allowing 36. The game’s total points of 120 fell well short of the 150.5 O/U line.</p><p>Detroit's offense struggled in their last game, putting up just 56 points with a field goal percentage of 37% (20/54). Their effective field goal percentage was 40.7%, and they hit only 22.7% of their threes, going 5/22 from deep.</p> <p>Orlando Lovejoy was a bright spot, scoring 20 points and grabbing 10 rebounds, shooting 66.7% from three. He also added 5 assists. The Titans hit 84.6% of their free throws, making 11 of 13 attempts.</p><p>Detroit's defense held their opponent to 64 points, allowing just 37% shooting from the field. They limited two-point attempts to 32, with 15 made for a 46% success rate.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Detroit's defense was even more effective, as they gave up only 5 threes on 22 attempts, a 22% shooting performance. They also sent their opponent to the line 13 times, where they made 11 free throws, shooting 84%.</p><h3>Can IU Indy Pull Out the Win as Home Favorites?</h3><p>IU Indy fell to 2-12 this season after a 67-61 loss to Cleveland State on Saturday. The Jaguars were +9.5 point underdogs going into the game, but managed to keep it closer than expected.</p> <p>Trailing 33-30 at halftime, IU Indy scored 31 points in the 2nd half while allowing 34. The game’s total points (128) came in under the O/U line of 139.5.</p><p>IU Indy's offense struggled in their last game, shooting just 35.8% from the field and 36% on two-point attempts. They hit 35.7% from three, making 10 of 28 attempts, and finished with an effective field goal percentage of 45.3%.</p> <p>Tahj Staveskie and Timaris Brown both shot 50% from the field, with Brown hitting 4 of 7 from three. Dylan Arnett was perfect from the field, going 7 for 7, while Tevin Smith and Jarvis Walker combined to shoot 8 for 26.</p><p>Despite giving up 67 points, the IU Indy Jaguars held their opponents to 42% shooting from the field, with 23 made baskets on 54 attempts. The Jaguars allowed 17 two-point field goals on 34 attempts, resulting in a 50% shooting rate for their opponent.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, IU Indy’s defense limited their opponent to 6 made threes on 20 attempts, a 30% shooting rate. The Jaguars also sent their opponent to the free-throw line 24 times, where they converted 15 free throws for 62%. IU Indy gave up 13 offensive rebounds in the game.</p>

Detroit Titans vs IU Indy Jaguars NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 1/9/25

<p>Don't miss out on the NCAA showdown between the Mustangs and Tritons. The game is starting at 10:00 ET on ESPN+, and it's hosted by the Tritons at LionTree Arena in San Diego, CA. Get ready to place your bets! The odds for this Big West conference game currently have California-San Diego as the -15.5 point favorite with the over/under line sitting at 157.5 points.</p><h3>CAL POLY MUSTANGS VS CALIFORNIA-SAN DIEGO TRITONS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Cal Poly Mustangs +15.5</p><p>This game will be played at LionTree Arena at 10:00 ET on Thursday, January 9th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE CAL POLY MUSTANGS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 81-67 in favor of the Mustangs.</li><li>Not only will Cal Poly pick up the win, but look for them to cover at +15.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 157.5 points, and we like the under with a projected 148 points.</li></ul><h3>Will the Mustangs Defense Show Up in San Diego?</h3><h3>Cal Poly Mustangs Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Cal Poly fell to 5-10 on the season after a 68-55 road loss to Hawaii on Sunday, January 5th. The Mustangs entered the game as +5.5 point underdogs and did not cover the spread.</p> 

<p>Cal Poly trailed 27-22 at halftime and allowed 41 points in the 2nd half while scoring 33. The game’s total points of 123 fell well below the O/U line of 153.5.</p><p>Cal Poly struggled offensively in their last game, scoring just 55 points with a field goal percentage of 33.8% and an effective field goal percentage of 40%. Their three-point shooting was particularly problematic, hitting only 22.6% of their attempts (7/31), while they connected on 44.1% of their two-point shots (15/34).</p> <p>Gytis Nemeiksa led the way with 19 points, 9 rebounds, and 4 assists, shooting 46.2% overall and 50% from three (3/6). Owen Koonce and Tom Beattie each added 15 points, with Koonce perfect from deep (2/2) and Beattie shooting 66.7% from the field. Tanner Christensen contributed 11 points and 10 rebounds, hitting 80% of his shots.</p><p>Cal Poly's defense gave up 68 points in their last game, with opponents shooting 45% from the field. They allowed 16 two-point baskets on 30 attempts, a 53% shooting rate.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Cal Poly's opponents hit 7 of 21 threes, shooting 33%. They also went 15/20 from the free-throw line, and Cal Poly gave up 8 offensive rebounds.</p><h3>Will California-San Diego Live Up to Expectations at Home?</h3><p>The Tritons improved to 11-2 this season with a dominant 90-51 win over Cal State Fullerton on Saturday. Entering the game as -12.5 favorites, they not only covered the spread but also pushed the total points over the 136.5 line.</p> <p>California-San Diego took control early, leading 46-23 at halftime, and continued their strong play by outscoring Fullerton 44-28 in the second half.</p><p>California-San Diego put up 90 points in their latest game, shooting 52.5% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 61%. They were dominant inside, hitting 69% of their two-point attempts, while knocking down 36.7% from beyond the arc, finishing 11 of 30 from deep.</p> <p>At the free-throw line, the Tritons were nearly automatic, converting 17 of 20 attempts for 85%. Aniwaniwa Tait-Jones led the way with 24 points on 8 of 10 shooting, while Tyler McGhie added 23 points, hitting 4 of 9 from three-point range.</p><p>California-San Diego's defense was on point, holding their opponent to just 51 points on 32% shooting from the field. They limited two-point opportunities, with the other team making only 13 of 36 attempts for 36%.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, the Tritons gave up just 3 threes on 13 attempts, a 23% shooting performance. The opponent did capitalize at the free-throw line, hitting 16 of 17 for 94%. California-San Diego also allowed 11 offensive rebounds.</p>

<p>The college basketball world is at the center of the stage for college basketball bettors as all eyes are on the NCAA tournament and the March Madness. In the first weekend there were plenty of big upsets and now as we head into the second week it will be very interesting to see what teams will emerge as champions!</p>

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<p>At 7:00 ET, the Toronto Raptors (8-29) will take on the Cleveland Cavaliers (32-4) in an Eastern Conference matchup. The Raptors are currently on a three-game losing streak and are 15.5-point underdogs. The over/under line for this game is set at 235.</p>

<p>SN will have the TV coverage for this game. The Cavaliers are favored by 15.5 points and have won 11 straight games. Cleveland is 1st in the Eastern Conference, while Toronto is 14th.</p><h3>TORONTO RAPTORS VS CLEVELAND CAVALIERS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Toronto Raptors +15.5</p><p>This game will be played at Rocket Mortgage FieldHouse at 7:00 ET on Thursday, January 9th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE TORONTO RAPTORS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 159-136 in favor of the Raptors.</li><li>Our projections have RJ Barrett finishing with 23 points, 6 rebounds and 5 assists.</li><li>From the field, we have the Raptors finishing with a field goal percentage of 46.9% and knocking down 16 threes.</li></ul><h3>Will the Raptors Defense Show Up in Cleveland?</h3><p>The Raptors fell to 8-29 on the season after a 112-98 road loss to the Knicks on Wednesday. Toronto entered the game as +12 point underdogs and failed to cover the spread. The total score of 210 points was well below the O/U line of 233.5.</p> <p>Toronto trailed 28-24 after the 1st quarter and played the Knicks evenly in the 2nd, but an 11-0 run by New York stretched the lead from 68-62 to 79-62. The Raptors entered the 4th quarter down 86-76 and were outscored 26-22 in the final period.</p><p>In their 112-98 loss to the Knicks, the Raptors shot 49.4% from the field and 38.5% from three-point range, hitting 10 threes overall. Immanuel Quickley led the way with 22 points, 5 assists, and 3 made threes at 50% efficiency.</p> <p>Scottie Barnes contributed 18 points, adding 9 in the 2nd quarter and 7 in the 3rd. RJ Barrett finished with 16 points, scoring 7 in the opening quarter and 6 more in the 2nd.</p><p>Defensively, the Raptors allowed 112 points to the Knicks, who shot 47% from the field. Toronto gave up 28 points in the 1st quarter, 27 in the 2nd, 31 in the 3rd, and 26 in the 4th.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, the Raptors held the Knicks to 12 made threes on 36% shooting. New York also went 16/20 from the free-throw line. Toronto finished with 9 steals and 6 blocks.</p><h3>Will Cleveland Secure A Victory as Home Favorites?</h3><p>The Cavaliers improved to 32-4 this season with a 129-122 win over the Thunder on Wednesday. Playing at home, Cleveland was favored by 3 points and covered the spread, while the total score of 251 points exceeded the O/U line of 230.5.</p> <p>After falling behind 32-25 in the 1st quarter, Cleveland bounced back with a strong 2nd quarter, outscoring OKC 37-27. The Thunder edged the Cavs 43-41 in the 3rd, but Cleveland clamped down defensively in the 4th, holding OKC to 20 points while scoring 26 of their own.</p><p>Jarrett Allen's 25 points and 11 rebounds on 81.8% shooting led the Cavaliers to a 129-122 win over the Thunder. Evan Mobley added 21 points and 10 boards, while Darius Garland chipped in 18 points and 7 assists.</p> <p>Cleveland shot 52.2% from the field and hit 15 threes at a 41.7% rate. Ty Jerome scored 8 of his 15 points in the 4th quarter, and Mobley added 7 in the final period.</p><p>Despite giving up 122 points on 53% shooting, the Cavaliers' defense held on for the win against the Thunder. Cleveland allowed 32 points in the 1st quarter and 43 in the 3rd but tightened up in the 4th, giving up just 20 points.</p> <p>The Cavaliers did a good job defending the three, holding the Thunder to 35% shooting with 11 made threes. Cleveland sent Oklahoma City to the line 17 times, where they made 15 free throws. The Cavaliers finished with 7 steals and 2 blocks.</p>

Toronto Raptors vs Cleveland Cavaliers Betting Pick & Prediction 1/9/25

The National Basketball Association (NBA) was first founded all the way back in 1946 as that is when the first season was played. There were only a handful of teams in the NBA at that time, but it has continued to grow throughout the years.

The NBA is no longer just a league that is made up of the best basketball players in the United States as it is a league that has grown internationally as well. This league is now full of players from other countries as it is the best professional basketball league in the world.

Every NBA team plays 82 games during the regular season and the top 16 teams make up the NBA Playoffs. The league is split up into conferences and divisions, and there are eight teams from each conference in the postseason.

NBA basketball begins in October, and the NBA Finals take place every single June. This is a league that attracts plenty of attention, and NBA betting is extremely popular as well.

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<h2 id="h-where-to-bet-on-the-nba" class="wp-block-heading">WHERE TO BET ON THE NBA</h2>
If you are wanting to do some NBA betting then you need to know where the best NBA sportsbooks are located. The sports betting industry just continues to get bigger and bigger, especially when it comes to online wagering.

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<p>The Mountaineers and Ragin' Cajuns are set to face off at 8:00 ET on ESPN+. The Ragin' Cajuns will host the game at Cajundome in Lafayette, LA. Appalachian State come into this Sun Belt conference matchup as the -1.5 favorite. The over/under line currently sits at 135.5 points.</p><h3>APPALACHIAN STATE MOUNTAINEERS VS LOUISIANA-LAFAYETTE RAGIN' CAJUNS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Louisiana-Lafayette Ragin' Cajuns +1.5</p><p>This game will be played at Cajundome at 8:00 ET on Wednesday, December 18th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE LOUISIANA-LAFAYETTE RAGIN' CAJUNS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 77-70 in favor of the Ragin' Cajuns.</li><li>Not only will Louisiana-Lafayette pick up the win, but look for them to cover at +1.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 135.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 147 points.</li></ul><h3>Do the Mountaineers Stand a Chance on the Road?</h3><p>Appalachian State fell to 4-4 on the season after a 65-59 road loss to High Point on Saturday. The Mountaineers entered the game as +5 point underdogs and did not cover the spread. The total points for the game were 124, falling short of the O/U line of 137.</p> <p>Appalachian State led 29-20 at halftime, but they struggled in the second half, allowing 45 points while scoring just 30 themselves.</p><p>Appalachian State's offense struggled in their last game, putting up just 59 points while shooting 35.1% from the field. Their effective field goal percentage was 38.6%, with two-point shooting at 34.9% (15/43) and three-point shooting at 35.7% (5/14).</p> <p>Myles Tate led the way with 24 points, shooting 47.4% overall and 33.3% from deep, adding 8 rebounds and 4 assists. CJ Huntley contributed 12 points, hitting 2 of 3 from beyond the arc but shooting just 23.1% overall.</p><p>Appalachian State's defense held their opponent to 65 points, with a field goal percentage of 36% (22/61). They allowed 16 two-point shots on 32 attempts (50%).</p> <p>From beyond the arc, their opponent shot 6/29 (20%). Appalachian State sent them to the line 18 times, where they made 15 free throws (83%). The Mountaineers gave up 11 offensive rebounds.</p><h3>Is a Home Win Possible for Louisiana-Lafayette?</h3><h3>Louisiana-Lafayette Ragin' Cajuns Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>The Ragin' Cajuns fell to 1-9 on the season after a 74-45 loss to Lamar on Saturday. Louisiana-Lafayette, who were -3 favorites at home, not only lost but also failed to cover the spread. The game’s total points of 119 fell well short of the 145-point over/under line.</p> 

<p>After trailing 33-22 at halftime, the Cajuns struggled in the second half, scoring just 23 points while allowing 41.</p><p>Louisiana-Lafayette's offense struggled mightily in their last game, putting up just 45 points with a field goal percentage of 26.4% (14/53). Their effective field goal percentage was 32.1%, as they hit only 25% of their two-point attempts (8/32) and 28.6% from three (6/21).</p> <p>Andrew Holifield was a bright spot, scoring 17 points and grabbing 11 rebounds, shooting 70% from the field. Alexis Marmolejos was perfect from three, hitting all 3 of his attempts and shooting 80% overall, finishing with 11 points and 4 assists.</p><p>Even though Louisiana-Lafayette gave up 74 points, their defense held the opposing team to just 26% shooting from the field, including 25% on two-point attempts (8/32). The Ragin' Cajuns also limited their opponents to 6 made threes on 21 attempts, a 28% shooting performance from beyond the arc.</p> <p>From the free-throw line, the opposing team shot 68%, making 11 of their 16 attempts. Louisiana-Lafayette also allowed 11 offensive rebounds in the game.</p>

Appalachian State Mountaineers vs Louisiana-Lafayette Ragin' Cajuns NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 12/18/24

<p>In a matchup of Eastern Conference foes, the Raptors (4-13) travel to take on the Pistons (7-11) at Little Caesars Arena. Tip-off is scheduled for 7:00 ET. TSN will broadcast the game.</p>

<p>Detroit (-206) is currently favored by 5 points over Toronto (+173). The over/under line for the game is 223.5 points.</p><h3>TORONTO RAPTORS VS DETROIT PISTONS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Detroit Pistons -5</p><p>This game will be played at Little Caesars Arena at 7:00 ET on Monday, November 25th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE DETROIT PISTONS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 132-119 in favor of the Pistons.</li><li>Our projections have Cade Cunningham finishing with 22 points, 5 rebounds and 8 assists.</li><li>From the field, we have the Pistons finishing with a field goal percentage of 45.9% and knocking down 15 threes.</li></ul><h3>Are Toronto Ready for a Road Win?</h3><p>The Raptors fell to 4-13 on the season after a 122-108 road loss to the Cavaliers on Sunday. Toronto entered the game as +11.5 point underdogs and failed to cover the spread. The total score of 230 points came in just under the O/U line of 233.5.</p> <p>Toronto’s slow start put them in a hole, as they trailed 38-22 after the 1st quarter. They battled back, outscoring Cleveland 33-27 in the 2nd and 35-31 in the 3rd, but couldn’t keep it going in the 4th, where they were outscored 26-18.</p><p>In their 122-108 loss to the Cavaliers, the Raptors shot just 40.2% from the field, with a 30.8% success rate from beyond the arc, making 12 threes. Scottie Barnes and Gradey Dick led the way with 18 points each, with Barnes adding 7 rebounds and 7 assists.</p> <p>RJ Barrett contributed 16 points, while Jonathan Mogbo scored 11 of his 13 points in the 2nd quarter. Barnes scored 9 points in the 4th quarter, while Jakob Poeltl added 8 of his 12 points in the 3rd.</p><p>The Raptors struggled defensively in their 122-108 loss to the Cavaliers, giving up 38 points in the 1st quarter. They allowed 31 points in the 3rd quarter but held Cleveland to 27 and 26 points in the 2nd and 4th quarters, respectively.</p> <p>Overall, Toronto allowed Cleveland to shoot 49% from the field, including 39% from three-point range, where the Cavaliers hit 16 threes. The Raptors also sent Cleveland to the free-throw line 14 times, where they made 10. Defensively, Toronto recorded 9 steals and 5 blocks.</p><h3>Is a Home Win Possible for the Pistons?</h3><p>The Pistons fell to 7-11 on the season following a 111-100 road loss to the Magic on Saturday. Detroit, who entered the game as +9.5 point underdogs, failed to cover the spread. The game’s total score of 211 points narrowly exceeded the over/under line of 207.5.</p> <p>Orlando took control early with a 10-0 run, extending their lead from 17-13 to 27-13. Detroit responded by outscoring the Magic 32-23 in the 2nd quarter, but Orlando regained momentum in the 3rd, outscoring the Pistons 32-26. Heading into the 4th quarter down 88-79, Detroit couldn’t close the gap, as the Magic edged them 23-21 in the final period.</p><p>Jaden Ivey led the Pistons with 19 points and 7 rebounds in their 111-100 loss to the Magic, despite shooting just 37.5% from the field. Malik Beasley contributed 18 points, hitting 4 threes at a 44.4% clip.</p> <p>Detroit connected on 13 threes, shooting 39.4% from deep and 46.7% overall. Ivey scored 7 points in the 2nd quarter, while Beasley added 9 in the frame.</p><p>Defensively, the Pistons had strong 2nd and 4th quarters, giving up just 23 points in each, but they allowed 33 points in the 1st and 32 in the 3rd, leading to a 111-100 loss to the Magic. Detroit held Orlando to 12 made threes on 30% shooting from deep.</p> <p>The Pistons sent the Magic to the line 22 times, where they hit 19 free throws. Detroit grabbed 24 defensive rebounds but gave up 17 offensive boards. They also recorded 7 steals and 8 blocks.</p>

Toronto Raptors vs Detroit Pistons Betting Pick & Prediction 11/25/24

<p>ESPN will be covering this Notre Dame vs. Penn State matchup as the Nittany Lions and Fighting Irish face off at 7:30 ET on Thursday, January 9th. This game is being played at Hard Rock Stadium in Miami Gardens, serving as the College Football Playoff Semifinal at the Capital One Orange Bowl. Notre Dame is the slight -1.5 point favorite, and the over/under line is currently set at 45.5 points. Both teams come in with 13 wins on the season.</p><h3>NOTRE DAME FIGHTING IRISH VS PENN STATE NITTANY LIONS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Penn State Nittany Lions +1.5</p><p>This game will be played at Hard Rock Stadium at 7:30 ET on Thursday, January 9th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE PENN STATE NITTANY LIONS:</h3><ul><li>We have the Penn State Nittany Lions winning this one by a score of 27 to 25</li><li>Not only do we have the Penn State Nittany Lions winning straight-up, we have them covering the spread at +1.5</li><li>Look for this game to go over the line of 45.5 points</li></ul><h3>Can The Notre Dame Fighting Irish Pick Up A Win At Hard Rock Stadium?</h3><p>Notre Dame enters the College Football Playoff semifinal with a 13-1 record, going 7-1 at home and 6-0 on the road. They’ve been favored in 13 of 14 games, posting a 12-1 record as the favorite. Their average scoring margin this season is +24.1 points per game.</p><p></p><p>Against the spread, the Fighting Irish are 12-2, including a perfect 6-0 mark on the road. They are 11-2 ATS as the favorite and have covered in all five road games when favored.</p><p></p><p>Notre Dame’s over/under record is 7-7, with their games averaging 51.3 points. Their average over/under line is 47.3 points, and this week’s line is set at 45.5 points.</p><p>Notre Dame’s offense is averaging 37.7 points per game, ranking 4th in the nation as they head into the College Football Playoff Semifinal against Penn State. They are also 14th in our offensive power rankings. Their rushing game is their strength, with 218.6 yards per game, placing them 6th nationally.</p> <p>Jeremiyah Love leads the rushing attack with 1,076 yards and 16 touchdowns, averaging 7 yards per carry. Quarterback Riley Leonard has thrown for 2,383 yards with 18 touchdowns and six interceptions, and he has a passer rating of 95.</p><p>Notre Dame's defense has been impressive this season, ranking third in the nation by allowing just 13.6 points per game. In their recent game against Georgia, they gave up only 10 points, holding the Bulldogs to 62 rushing yards on 29 attempts. Georgia managed 234 passing yards, but Notre Dame's defense forced them into one passing touchdown.</p><p></p><p>Opponents have averaged 132.2 rushing yards per game against Notre Dame, while the secondary has allowed just 167.4 passing yards per game, the 11th-lowest in the country. Quarterbacks have posted a passer rating of 58.4 against Notre Dame, completing only 50.4% of their passes.</p><h3>Can The Penn State Nittany Lions Take Care Of Business On A Neutral Field?</h3><p>Penn State enters the College Football Playoff Semifinal at the Capital One Orange Bowl against Notre Dame with a 13-2 record. They’ve been strong at home, going 7-1, and have a 5-1 mark on the road. The Nittany Lions have been favored in 12 of their 15 games, going 12-0 as the favorite this season.</p> <p></p><p>Against the spread, Penn State is 8-6, with a 4-2 record on the road and a 4-4 mark at home. As the favorite, they are 8-4 ATS. Their average scoring margin this season is +17.9 points per game.</p> <p></p><p>This week’s over/under line is 45.5, the lowest they’ve faced all season. Penn State’s over/under record is 5-9, with their games averaging 49.5 points. Their average over/under line has been 50.3 points.</p><p>Heading into the College Football Playoff Semifinal at the Capital One Orange Bowl, Penn State’s offense ranks 20th in points per game, averaging 33.7. However, they are ranked 8th in our offensive power rankings. Their rushing attack is a key strength, with 203.5 yards per game on 37.8 attempts, both ranking 8th nationally.</p> <p>Kaytron Allen leads the ground game with 1,026 yards, averaging 5 yards per carry, and has scored eight touchdowns. Quarterback Drew Allar has thrown for 3,192 yards with a passer rating of 107, completing 67.4% of his passes for 24 touchdowns and seven interceptions.</p><p>Penn State's defense has been strong this season, ranking 11th nationally by allowing just 15.8 points per game. They’ve given up only 103.1 rushing yards per game, which ranks 14th in the country, and 187.9 passing yards per game, with opposing quarterbacks posting a passer rating of 74.4.</p> <p></p><p>In their recent game against Boise State, Penn State allowed 14 points but forced three interceptions. Boise State managed 412 total yards, including 304 passing yards, but Penn State held them to 108 rushing yards on 40 attempts.</p>

Notre Dame Fighting Irish vs Penn State Nittany Lions Betting Pick & Prediction College Football Playoff Semifinal at the Capital One Orange Bowl

<p>The Blue Jackets and Kraken are set to face off at 9:00 ET on ESPN+. The Kraken will host the game at Climate Pledge Arena in Seattle, WA. The over/under for this non-conference contest is set at 6 goals, with the Kraken being the favored by -1.5 goals against the Blue Jackets.</p><h3>COLUMBUS BLUE JACKETS 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 9:00 ET on Sunday, January 28th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE SEATTLE KRAKEN:</h3><ul><li>Even though they are 1.5 goal underdogs, we see the Blue Jackets winning this game by a score of 4-3.</li><li>We like the Blue Jackets on the moneyline (+185)</li><li>The Blue Jackets are also our pick on the spread at +1.5</li></ul><h3>Can The Blue Jackets Secure a Win at Seattle?</h3><p><p>Through 48 games, the Blue Jackets are 15-23-10 and are in 15th place in the Eastern Conference. In the Metropolitan Division, Columbus is in 8th place with a record of 3-13. On the road, the Blue Jackets have gone 6-10-6 this season.</p>

<p>Over their last ten games, Columbus has gone just 3-7 and have lost two of their last three games. As the underdog, the Blue Jackets have gone 14-21-9 this season and have been the underdog in 44 of their 48 games.</p></p><p>On the road this season, the Blue Jackets have gone 16-6 vs. the puck line, and their average scoring margin is at -0.8 goals per game. So far, they have been the underdog in all but four games and have a puck line record of 28-16 when in that role.</p>

<p>Overall, Columbus has gone 29-19 vs. the puck line, and they come into this game with a two-game puck line win streak. In their last ten games, the Blue Jackets have a puck line mark of 5-5, and they have gone 7-3 vs. the puck line in their last ten road games.</p> <p>Games involving Columbus have an average of 6.8 goals per game this season. Their average over/under line is 6.5. In terms of their over/under performance, the Blue Jackets come in with a record of 25-21-2.</p><p>Columbus has a 1-2 record in their last three road games. In this stretch, they averaged 3 goals per game while allowing 3. The team also performed well vs the puck line at 2-1.</p><p>On the offensive side, the Blue Jackets are scoring an 3 goals per game this season, ranking 22nd in the NHL. When it came to shots on target per game, they are 23rd in the league. Coming into the game, the Blue Jackets have a 5-6 record when they have more shots on goal than their opponent. When they have fewer shots on goal, they are 10-16.</p><p>Columbus will be looking for a good game from Kirill Marchenko who leads the team in scoring with 15 goals, ranking 76th in the NHL. Marchenko also comes into the game with 10 assists.</p><p>The Kraken defense is currently 19th in goals allowed. Opponents are averaging 29.5 shots per game against Seattle. In terms of shutouts, they come into the game ranked 18th with 2 shutouts.</p><p>Goalie Daniil Tarasov comes into the game having made nine starts this season. So far, his record is 3-4 and he has a save percentage of 0.379%.</p><h3>Can the Kraken Deliver Being Favored at Home?</h3><p><p>At home this season, the Seattle Kraken have gone 10-10-4, and they have been favored in 16 of their 48 games. In the Western Conference, Seattle is in 10th place and 5th place in the Pacific Division. Over their last ten games, the Kraken have gone 5-5, and they have lost four straight games as the underdog.</p>

<p>Overall, the Kraken have a record of 20-19-10, and they have picked up 50 points. In the Western Conference, Seattle has gone 10-17, and they have gone 6-8 in divisional games. Over their last five games, the Kraken have gone 1-4, and they are 1-2 in their last three games.</p></p><p>So far this season, the Kraken have an average scoring margin of -.1 goals per game. In their 48 games as the underdog, Seattle has gone 19-13 against the puck line, including going 1-4 against the puck line in their last five games.</p>

<p>Seattle comes into this game with a puck line record of 26-22, and they have 11 wins by multiple goals. In their last ten games at home, the Kraken have gone 6-4 against the puck line, and they have a puck line record of 15-10 on the road for the season.</p> <p>For the season, the average number of goals per game in matchups featuring Seattle is 5.8. The season's average over/under line is currently at 6.1. The Kraken come in with an over/under record of 21-24-3.</p><p>When looking at their past three road matchups, Columbus has an puck line record of 2-1 while averaging 3 per game. The team went 1-2 overall in these games.</p><p>On the offensive side, the Kraken are scoring an 2.8 goals per game this season, ranking 26th in the NHL. When it came to shots on target per game, they are 24th in the league. The Seattle offense is ranked 20th in power play goals. As for shorthanded goals, they find themselves at 28th in the NHL.</p><p>Seattle will be looking for a good game from Jared McCann who leads the team in scoring with 19 goals, ranking 45th in the NHL. McCann also comes into the game with 14 assists.</p><p>The Kraken defense is currently 19th in goals allowed. Opponents are averaging 29.5 shots per game against Seattle. In terms of shutouts, they come into the game ranked 18th with 2 shutouts.</p><p>Heading into this matchup vs. Columbus, goalie Philipp Grubauer has started 17 games in this season. His current record is 5-9, and his save percentage stands at 0.476%.</p>

Columbus Blue Jackets vs Seattle Kraken Betting Pick & Prediction 1/28/24

<p>The Bruins and Lightning are set to face off at 7:00 ET on ESPN+. The Lightning will host the game at Amalie Arena in Tampa, FL. The over/under goal line for this matchup is currently at 6 goals, and the Lightning are favored by -1.5 vs. the Bruins.</p><h3>BOSTON BRUINS VS TAMPA BAY LIGHTNING BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Tampa Bay Lightning -1.5</p><p>This game will be played at Amalie Arena at 7:00 ET on Thursday, January 9th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE TAMPA BAY LIGHTNING:</h3><ul><li>The Lightning 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 Lightning on the moneyline</li><li>On the spread, we like Bruins (+1.5)</li></ul><h3>Will the Bruins Pull Through as the Away Underdog?</h3><p>With a 2-0 win over the Kraken, the Bruins moved above .500, bringing their record to 20-18-5. Boston covered the puck line as -1.5 goal favorites, and the total of 2 goals fell well short of the pre-game line of 6.</p> 

<p>Both of Boston’s goals came in the first period, with Justin Brazeau scoring at 16:37 and Charlie Coyle adding a power-play goal at 10:03. The Bruins’ defense held Seattle scoreless, with Jeremy Swayman stopping all 23 shots he faced.</p><p>Boston took 33 shots on goal in their 2-0 win over Seattle, with Justin Brazeau netting his 5th goal of the season and Charlie Coyle adding his 2nd, which came on a power play. The Bruins scored both of their goals in the first period, with Brazeau finding the net 3:23 into the game and Coyle scoring at 10:03.</p> <p>Boston recorded 16 giveaways and 4 assists. Brad Marchand picked up his 7th assist on Coyle’s power-play goal, while Elias Lindholm earned his 6th assist.</p><p>On the defensive side, the Bruins will be looking to carry over their performance from their previous game, where they allowed 0 goals to the Kraken. Jeremy Swayman posted 23 saves with a 100% save percentage, and the Bruins' defense totaled 5 takeaways and 15 hits.</p><h3>Will the Lightning Pull Through as the Favored Home Team?</h3><p>After a 7-4 loss to the Jets, the Lightning are now 21-15-2 this season. Tampa Bay, the underdog going into the game, saw the total of 11 goals far exceed the pre-game line of 6.5.</p> <p>The Lightning started strong, scoring the first two goals, but their defense faltered, allowing four goals in the third period. Four different players scored for Tampa Bay in the loss.</p><p>Brandon Hagel opened the scoring for the Lightning, netting his 7th goal of the season. Brayden Point followed with his 8th goal, which came on a power play. Mitchell Chaffee added his 4th goal, and Nikita Kucherov scored for the 10th time this season.</p> <p>The Lightning took 30 shots on goal and recorded 8 giveaways. They registered 4 assists, with Jake Guentzel picking up his 8th assist and Nick Paul adding his 7th.</p><p>Tampa Bay's defense struggled in their last game, allowing 7 goals on 32 shots from Winnipeg. Goalie Jonas Johansson made 27 saves but had a save percentage of 84.4%. The Lightning's defense also recorded 6 takeaways and 16 hits. After tying the game at 4-4 in the 3rd period, they gave up 3 straight goals, including two empty-netters.</p>

The National Football League (NFL) is easily the most popular sport in the United States, especially when it comes to betting. NFL betting puts up the biggest numbers every single year, and bettors are always looking for new betting options.

The NFL was founded all the way back in 1920 in Canton, Ohio, and that is where the Hall of Fame is located to this day. There were only a handful of teams in the league when it first started, but it didn’t take long for the league to grow.

There are now 32 teams in the NFL, and the league is broken up into two conferences and eight total divisions. Since the league just continues to be more and more popular, the league has added an extra regular season game for each team to play in.

NFL teams now play 17 total regular season games, and then the top seven teams in each conference advance to the postseason. The NFL regular season begins in September, and the Super Bowl is now played during the month of February.

When it comes to the NFL, the Super Bowl is the event that draws the most betting attention. This league isn’t going away anytime soon, and it’s actually started to become more of an international competition.

This article will not only cover the best NFL betting sites &amp; sportsbooks, but will also provide some tips on how to bet on the NFL.
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<p>At 7:00 ET, the Magic will host the Timberwolves in a non-conference matchup. Orlando is currently 4th in the Eastern Conference and 1st in the Southeast Division, while Minnesota is 8th in the Western Conference and 3rd in the Northwest Division.</p>

<p>The Timberwolves are favored by 4.5 points and have a moneyline of -191. They have won two straight games and have a record of 19-17. The over/under line for the game is set at 204.</p><h3>MINNESOTA TIMBERWOLVES VS ORLANDO MAGIC BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Minnesota Timberwolves -4.5</p><p>This game will be played at Kia Center at 7:00 ET on Thursday, January 9th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE MINNESOTA TIMBERWOLVES:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 122-83 in favor of the Timberwolves.</li><li>Our projections have Anthony Edwards finishing with 26 points, 6 rebounds and 5 assists.</li><li>From the field, we have the Timberwolves finishing with a field goal percentage of 46.8% and knocking down 16 threes.</li></ul><h3>Can The Timberwolves Secure a Win at Orlando?</h3><p>The Timberwolves improved to 19-17 on the season with a 104-97 win over the Pelicans on Tuesday. Minnesota, favored by four points, covered the spread with the victory. The game’s total points of 201 fell well short of the 221.5 O/U line.</p> <p>New Orleans went on a 10-0 run, turning a 45-43 deficit into a 53-45 lead. However, Minnesota responded by outscoring the Pelicans 29-21 in the 3rd quarter and held on in the 4th, despite being outscored 22-21.</p><p>Anthony Edwards knocked down 7 threes at 63.6% efficiency, finishing with 32 points and 9 rebounds in the Timberwolves' win over the Pelicans. Edwards hit 14 of his points in the 1st quarter, while Julius Randle added 8 of his 16 points in the opening period.</p> <p>Minnesota hit 15 threes as a team, shooting 34.1% from deep and 42.7% overall. Naz Reid contributed 13 points and 12 rebounds, with 8 of his points coming in the 4th quarter.</p><p>After a rough start, the Timberwolves locked in defensively, allowing just 21 points in both the 2nd and 3rd quarters and 22 in the 4th to hold the Pelicans to 97 points. Minnesota's defense was excellent, limiting New Orleans to 37% shooting from the field.</p> <p>The Timberwolves were particularly effective against the Pelicans' three-point shooting, holding them to 29% from deep with only 12 made threes. Minnesota also recorded 9 steals and 8 blocks in the game.</p><h3>Will the Magic Make it Happen at Home?</h3><p>Orlando improved to 22-16 on the season with a 103-94 road win over the Knicks on Monday. Entering the game as +10.5 point underdogs, the Magic not only pulled off the upset but also covered the spread. The total points for the game were 197, falling short of the 207-point line.</p> <p>After trailing 28-24 after the first quarter, Orlando took control by winning the second quarter 29-23. They extended their lead by holding the Knicks to 17 points in the third quarter and entered the final period up 75-68. Orlando edged New York 28-26 in the fourth to seal the win.</p><p>Cole Anthony led the Magic to a win over the Knicks with 24 points, 7 rebounds, and 3 made threes at 50% shooting from deep. Wendell Carter Jr. added 19 points, hitting 3 threes without a miss and shooting 72.7% overall, while Kentavious Caldwell-Pope contributed 15 points and 3 threes at 50% from beyond the arc.</p> <p>Orlando shot 50% from the field and 35.5% from three, making 11 threes in the game. Carter scored 9 points in the 4th quarter, while Anthony added 6 points in both the 1st and 4th quarters.</p><p>The Magic put together a strong defensive performance on Monday, holding the Knicks to just 94 points. Orlando's defense was particularly effective in the 3rd quarter, where they allowed only 17 points. Overall, the Magic gave up 28 points in the 1st, 23 in the 2nd, and 26 in the 4th.</p> <p>Orlando's perimeter defense was outstanding, limiting New York to 4 made threes on 18% shooting from beyond the arc. The Magic also recorded 7 steals and 5 blocks while sending the Knicks to the free-throw line 22 times, where they made 18.</p>

<p>At 8:00 ET, the 24-12 Houston Rockets (-126) will travel to Memphis to take on the 24-13 Grizzlies (+105). This Western Southwest division matchup will be played at FedExForum and can be seen on SCHN.</p>

<p>The Rockets (-2) are currently on a two-game winning streak and are 2nd in the Western Conference. The Grizzlies are 3rd in the West and have won two straight as well.</p><h3>HOUSTON ROCKETS VS MEMPHIS GRIZZLIES BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Memphis Grizzlies +2</p><p>This game will be played at FedExForum at 8:00 ET on Thursday, January 9th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE MEMPHIS GRIZZLIES:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 151-120 in favor of the Grizzlies.</li><li>Our projections have Jaren Jackson Jr. finishing with 23 points, 6 rebounds and 3 assists.</li><li>From the field, we have the Grizzlies finishing with a field goal percentage of 47.4% and knocking down 17 threes.</li></ul><h3>Will Houston Find a Way to Win on the Road?</h3><p>The Rockets improved to 24-12 this season with a 135-112 win over the Wizards on Tuesday. Houston, favored by 13.5 points, covered the spread with a +23 margin. The game’s total of 247 points exceeded the O/U line of 222.5 by 24.5 points.</p> <p>After trailing 30-20 after the 1st quarter, Houston turned things around with a 10-0 run, outscoring Washington 37-25 in the 2nd quarter. They continued to dominate, winning the 3rd quarter 40-24 and entered the 4th with a 97-79 lead before finishing strong, outscoring the Wizards 38-33 in the final period.</p><p>The Rockets put up 135 points in their win over the Wizards, shooting 51.5% from the field and hitting 15 threes at a 39.5% clip. Jalen Green led the way with 29 points, including 7 made threes, and Alperen Sengün added 26 points and 10 rebounds. Amen Thompson contributed 20 points, shooting 87.5% from the floor.</p> <p>Green exploded for 22 points in the 3rd quarter, while Sengün added 14 in the period. Cam Whitmore scored 13 of his 17 points in the 4th quarter, and Fred VanVleet added 7 of his 19 points in the final frame.</p><p>Despite giving up 112 points, the Rockets had strong defensive performances in the 2nd and 3rd quarters, allowing just 25 and 24 points, respectively, to help secure the win over the Wizards. Houston sent Washington to the free-throw line 20 times, where they converted 15 attempts.</p> <p>The Rockets allowed the Wizards to hit 15 threes on 37% shooting from beyond the arc. Houston also gave up 16 offensive rebounds but managed to come up with 15 steals and 2 blocks.</p><h3>Is A Home Victory Likely for Underdog Memphis?</h3><p>Memphis improved to 24-13 on the season with a 119-104 win over the Mavericks on Monday. Playing at home, the Grizzlies were favored by 4.5 points and covered the spread with the 15-point victory. The total score of 223 points fell short of the 232.5-point over/under line.</p> <p>After trailing 36-26 at the end of the 1st quarter, Memphis turned the game around with a 12-0 run, taking the lead from 48-40 to 52-48. They outscored Dallas 30-19 in the 2nd quarter, 31-25 in the 3rd, and 32-24 in the 4th to close out the game strong.</p><p>Jaren Jackson Jr. led the Grizzlies to a win over the Mavericks with 35 points, 13 rebounds, and 5 assists, shooting 56.5% from the field. Scotty Pippen Jr. contributed 18 points, including 11 in the 4th quarter, and Jaylen Wells added 17 points and 11 rebounds despite shooting just 27.3%.</p> <p>Memphis shot 45.5% from the field and hit 12 threes at a 34.3% rate. Jackson scored 13 points in the 3rd quarter, while Pippen added 11 in the final period.</p><p>Despite a rough start, giving up 36 points in the 1st quarter, the Grizzlies tightened up defensively, allowing just 19 points in the 2nd quarter and holding the Mavericks to 104 points overall. Memphis gave up 25 points in the 3rd and 24 in the 4th, maintaining their defensive intensity throughout the game.</p> <p>The Grizzlies held the Mavericks to 40% shooting from the field, including 36% from beyond the arc, with Dallas hitting 13 threes. Memphis also sent the Mavericks to the line 15 times, where they made 11 free throws. The Grizzlies collected 42 defensive rebounds, gave up 13 offensive boards, and added 11 steals and 5 blocks.</p>

<p>Looking to win big? The Fighting Camels and Pirates face off at 7:00 ET on FloC. The Pirates are hosting the game at Convocation Center (VA) in Hampton, VA. The over/under for this Coastal Athletic Association conference contest is set at 140.5 points, with Hampton being favored by -4.5 at home against Campbell.</p><h3>CAMPBELL FIGHTING CAMELS VS HAMPTON PIRATES BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Hampton Pirates -4.5</p><p>This game will be played at Convocation Center (VA) at 7:00 ET on Thursday, January 9th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE HAMPTON PIRATES:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 76-70 in favor of the Pirates.</li><li>Not only will Hampton pick up the win, but look for them to cover at -4.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 140.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 146 points.</li></ul><h3>Do the Fighting Camels Stand a Chance in Hampton?</h3><h3>Campbell Fighting Camels Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Campbell fell to 4-9 on the season after a 77-69 road loss to UNCW on Saturday. Despite being +11 point underdogs, the Fighting Camels kept the game closer than expected.</p> 

<p>Campbell trailed 39-31 at halftime and both teams scored 38 points in the 2nd half. The total points for the game went over the O/U line of 144.5, finishing at 146.</p><p>Campbell's offense put up 69 points in their last game, shooting 48.1% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 53.8%. They hit 57.1% of their two-point attempts (20/35), but struggled from beyond the arc, going just 5/17 (29.4%).</p> <p>Colby Duggan led the way with 22 points, shooting 11/16 from the field, though he missed all 3 of his three-point attempts. Khamari McGriff and Harlan Obioha were also efficient, hitting 75% and 71.4% of their shots, respectively.</p><p>Despite Campbell's defensive efforts, they allowed 77 points in this game. The opposing team shot 43% from the field, making 23 of their 53 attempts. Inside the arc, they were particularly effective, hitting 19 of 34 shots for 55%.</p> <p>From three-point range, Campbell held their opponent to just 4 made threes on 19 attempts, a 21% shooting performance. However, they sent the other team to the free-throw line 33 times, where they converted 27 for 81%. Campbell also gave up 16 offensive rebounds.</p><h3>Can the Pirates Pull Out the Win as Home Favorites?</h3><h3>Hampton Pirates Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Hampton dropped to 5-7 on the season after a 70-62 road loss to Elon on Saturday. Despite being +8.5 point underdogs, the Pirates kept it closer than expected. The total points for the game ended at 132, falling short of the 137.5 O/U line.</p> 

<p>Hampton led 32-30 at halftime but struggled in the second half, allowing 40 points while scoring just 30. The Pirates will look to bounce back after letting this one slip away.</p><p>Hampton's offense struggled in their last game, shooting just 36.2% from the field and 28.6% from beyond the arc, finishing with 62 points. Their effective field goal percentage was 42%, and they hit only 4 of 7 free throws.</p> <p>Nick Dorn led the Pirates with 24 points, hitting 5 threes, while Sam Sherry added 20 points and 12 rebounds, shooting 10 of 13 from the field. Hampton grabbed 16 offensive rebounds and finished with 13 assists as a team.</p><p>Hampton's defense gave up 70 points in their last game, with the opposing team shooting 43% from the field on 20 of 46 attempts. Inside the arc, the Pirates allowed 15 two-point baskets on 25 attempts, a 60% shooting rate.</p> <p>From three-point range, Hampton held their opponent to just 5 makes on 21 attempts, a 23% shooting performance. The Pirates also sent the other team to the free-throw line 37 times, where they converted 25 for 67%. Hampton gave up 10 offensive rebounds.</p>

Campbell Fighting Camels vs Hampton Pirates NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 1/9/25

<p>The Pilots and Dons are set to face off at 10:00 ET on ESPN+. The Dons will host the game at War Memorial Gymnasium in San Francisco, CA. This West Coast conference matchup has an over/under of 147.5 points, and San Francisco is favored to win by -20.5 at home vs. Portland.</p><h3>PORTLAND PILOTS VS SAN FRANCISCO DONS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Portland Pilots +20.5</p><p>This game will be played at War Memorial Gymnasium at 10:00 ET on Thursday, January 9th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE PORTLAND PILOTS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 77-71 in favor of the Dons.</li><li>Even though we have San Francisco winning straight-up, we like Portland at +20.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 147.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 148 points.</li></ul><h3>Can the Pilots Pull Out the Win as Road Underdogs?</h3><p>Portland's season continued to be a struggle as they fell to 3-12 after an 81-58 loss to Saint Mary's on Saturday. The Pilots were +18 underdogs going into the game and failed to cover the spread. The total points for the game were 139, slightly over the pre-game O/U line of 136.5.</p> <p>Portland trailed 28-19 at halftime but allowed 53 points in the second half while scoring 39. They’ll need to tighten up defensively and find more consistency on offense to turn things around.</p><p>Portland's offense struggled in their last game, scoring just 58 points while shooting 37% from the field. Their effective field goal percentage was 44.4%, with two-point shooting at 38.2% and three-point shooting at 35% (7/20).</p> <p>Augustas Marciulionis led the way with 20 points, 6 rebounds, and 6 assists, hitting 3 of 6 from beyond the arc. Jordan Ross added 14 points and 4 assists, shooting 55.6% overall and 50% from three-point range.</p><p>Even though Portland held their opponent to 37% shooting, they still gave up 81 points. Their defense limited two-point shots, with the other team hitting just 38% from inside the arc.</p> <p>From three-point range, Portland's defense allowed 7 made threes on 20 attempts, a 35% shooting rate. They also sent the other team to the line 14 times, where they converted 11 free throws.</p><h3>Will the Dons Pull Through as the Favored Home Team?</h3><p>San Francisco dropped to 12-4 on the season after a 91-82 loss to Washington State on Saturday. The Dons, who were +2.5 point underdogs going into the game, failed to cover the spread. The total points for the game hit 173, well over the pre-game O/U line of 147.5.</p> <p>San Francisco led 49-48 at halftime but struggled in the second half, scoring just 33 points while allowing 43.</p><p>Malik Thomas led the way for the Dons with 34 points, shooting 57.1% from the field and hitting 3 of 7 from beyond the arc. LeJuan Watts added 24 points and grabbed 12 rebounds, while Ethan Price contributed 20 points, missing just one shot in the game.</p> <p>San Francisco shot 41.8% from the field, with an effective field goal percentage of 49.3%. They hit 10 of 33 three-pointers (30.3%) and went 16 of 23 from the free-throw line (69.6%). The Dons also pulled down 15 offensive rebounds and dished out 9 assists in the game.</p><p>San Francisco's defense struggled, giving up 91 points on 49% shooting from the field. They allowed 56% shooting from two-point range, with the opposing team hitting 18 of 32 attempts.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, San Francisco's opponents shot 36%, making 7 of 19 three-point attempts. The Dons also sent them to the line 41 times, where they converted 34 free throws at an 82% clip.</p>

Portland Pilots vs San Francisco Dons NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 1/9/25

<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>ESPN2 will be covering the week 14 matchup between the Toledo Rockets and Akron Zips, set to kick off at 7:00 ET at InfoCision Stadium Akron. Toledo enters the game with a 7-4 record, while Akron has struggled to a 3-8 record this season. The Rockets are the -8-point favorites on the road, and the over/under line is currently at 48.5 points.</p><h3>TOLEDO ROCKETS VS AKRON ZIPS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Toledo Rockets -8</p><p>This game will be played at InfoCision Stadium at 7:00 ET on Tuesday, November 26th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE TOLEDO ROCKETS:</h3><ul><li>We have the Toledo Rockets winning this one by a score of 25 to 16</li><li>Not only do we have the Toledo Rockets winning straight-up, we have them covering the spread at -8</li><li>We see this game finishing below the line of 48.5 points</li></ul><h3>Will The Toledo Rockets Win As Road Favorites?</h3><p>Toledo enters Week 14 against Akron with a 7-4 record, ranked 87th in our power rankings. They are already bowl-eligible, but have a 0% chance of winning the Mid-American title. The Rockets are 3-2 at home and 3-2 on the road this season.</p> <p></p><p>Toledo has been favored in eight of their 11 games, going 4-4 as the favorite. Their average scoring margin is +6.5 points per game, and they are 4-6 against the spread this season.</p> <p></p><p>The over/under line for this week is 48.5 points. Toledo’s average over/under line is 50.1 points, and their games have averaged 49.2 points, with a 6-4 record against the over/under.</p><p>Toledo’s offense is averaging 27.8 points per game heading into week 14, placing them 55th in the nation. They rank 109th in our offensive power rankings. Their passing game is the focal point, with 32.5 attempts per game, ranking 42nd nationally, and they are 46th in passing yards, averaging 242.3 yards per game.</p> <p>Quarterback Tucker Gleason has thrown for 2,168 yards and has a passer rating of 96. He has 20 touchdown passes and seven interceptions. Leading receiver Jerjuan Newton has 868 yards and 10 touchdowns on 56 receptions. Toledo is averaging 116.6 rushing yards per game.</p><p>Toledo's defense is ranked 29th nationally, allowing 21.4 points per game. In their recent game, a 24-7 loss to Ohio, they gave up 24 points, including three rushing touchdowns and 238 rushing yards. Ohio also threw for 129 yards, completing 11 passes on 19 attempts, while Toledo's defense managed to force one interception.</p><p></p><p>On average, Toledo's defense has allowed 142.9 rushing yards per game and 213.2 passing yards. Opposing quarterbacks have a passer rating of 76.5 against Toledo, completing 59.1% of their throws. The Rockets have faced the 91st most passing attempts in the country this season.</p><h3>Are The Akron Zips Going Win In At Upset At InfoCision Stadium</h3><p>Akron enters Week 14 with a 3-8 record and no chance of bowl eligibility. They rank 124th in our power rankings, with a 1-2 home record and a 1-6 mark on the road this season.</p> <p></p><p>Their average scoring margin is -13.3 points per game, and they are 5-5 against the spread. At home, they are 2-1 ATS, and they’ve covered in four of eight games as the underdog.</p> <p></p><p>Akron’s over/under record is 7-3, with their games averaging 54 points. This week’s line is set at 48.5 points, slightly above their average line of 47.4 points.</p><p>Akron’s offense has struggled this season, averaging just 20.4 points per game, which ranks them 92nd in the nation. They are 114th in our offensive power rankings heading into week 14. Their third-down conversion rate is low, at 35.3%, and they are 120th in rushing, with only 101.8 yards per game.</p> <p>Quarterback Ben Finley has thrown for 2,386 yards, leading Akron’s passing game, which ranks 57th nationally. He has 14 touchdowns and 9 interceptions, with a passer rating of 77. Adrian Norton, the team’s top receiver, has 831 yards and seven touchdowns this season.</p><p>Akron's defense has struggled this season, allowing 33.6 points per game. They rank 100th in the nation, giving up 227.2 passing yards per game, with quarterbacks posting a 112.9 passer rating and completing 63.8% of their throws. On the ground, Akron has allowed 184.2 rushing yards per game.</p> <p></p><p>In their recent game against Kent State, Akron's defense gave up just 17 points and allowed only 9 first downs. Kent State managed 52 rushing yards on 28 attempts, while Akron's secondary allowed 229 passing yards but also recorded an interception.</p>

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