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<p>Justin Verlander and the Astros are the heavy favorite on Monday, as their money line odds are sitting at -165 compared to the Reds at +140. The over/under line is currently at 9.5 runs, and the forecasted temperature is 72 degrees with a clear sky in Cincinnati.</p>

<p>First pitch from Great American Park is set for 4:10 PM ET, and the Astros are currently on a five-game winning streak. They are 75-62 and in first place in the AL West. The Reds are 4th in the NL Central at 65-73 and will be sending Julian Aguiar to the mound.</p><h3>CINCINNATI REDS VS HOUSTON ASTROS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Cincinnati Reds Moneyline +140</p><p>This game will be played at Great American Ball Park at 4:10 ET on Monday, September 2nd.</p><h3>HOW TO BET THE ASTROS VS REDS:</h3><ul><li>We have the Reds winning by a score of 6 to 5</li><li>If you're looking for a run line pick, we also like the Reds to cover</li><li>As for an over/under pick, we have this game finishing with 11 runs and like the over</li></ul><h3>Astros Records & Stats</h3><p>Heading into their last game vs. the Royals, the Astros closed out the series with a 7-2 win. Leading up to the game, they were the heavy favorite at -158. Offensively, the Astros scored their seven runs on just nine hits and didn't hit a home run.</p>

<p>Ronel Blanco got the start for the Astros, going five innings, and didn't give up a run. He only issued three hits and issued just one walk. Blanco also only had three strikeouts in the outing and got the win.</p><p>Houston is on the road today vs. the Reds, and they come in having won five straight games. The Astros are 75-62 overall, good for a six-game lead over the Mariners in the AL West. So far, they are 21-18 in divisional games.</p>

<p>The Astros have been really good at home this year, going 39-29. On the road, they are 36-33 and have gone 5-0 as the favorite in their last five road games. This year, the Astros are 57-43 as the favorite and 18-19 as the underdog. Houston's overall series record is 24-18-2.</p><p>When the Astros are on the road, they have covered the run line in 39 of 69 games. Their average run differential is +0.6, and they have covered the run line in two straight games. As the underdog, they have covered the run line in 25 of 37 games.</p>In the 132 games the Astros have played this season, the over/under line has been set at 9.5 runs just six times. Their games have averaged 8.5 runs per game, and their over/under record is 54-78.<p>Justin Verlander gets the start for the Astros today as he faces the Reds on the road. He has made 12 starts this season and has a record of 3-4 with an ERA of 4.16. Verlander's WHIP for the season is currently 1.22. Looking back at his last outing, Verlander took the loss, giving up four earned runs in five innings of work. He has given up at least two earned runs in each of his last four outings. Per nine innings, Verlander is averaging 8.06 strikeouts and just 2.55 walks. Opponents are batting .240 off the right-hander this season.</p><p>Yordan Alvarez has been on a tear of late for the Astros, going 11/23 in his last six games with five homers. Alvarez's 30 homers this season are 7th in the league and the top mark on the team. He is also 2nd on the team in RBIs, with 73. Catcher Yainer Diaz has also been swinging the bat well, as he is batting .298 for the season and has gone deep 16 times.</p>

<p>As a team, the Astros are 3rd in batting average and 7th in home runs. Overall, they are averaging 4.6 runs per game, which is 12th in the majors. Houston's offense has been good at home this season, averaging 4.7 runs per contest.</p><h3>Reds Records & Stats</h3><p>The Reds's offense was hot right out of the gates in their most recent game vs. the Brewers, closing out their series with a 4-3 win. After allowing one run to the Brewers in the top of the first, the Reds responded with two runs of their own. Cincinnati went on to add another two runs in the 2nd inning.</p>

<p>Brandon Williamson got the start for the Reds, going 3 1/3 innings, and picked up the win. He gave up just two runs on four hits and issued only one walk. Jake Fraley came on in the 3rd inning and homered, going 1/3.</p><p>Cincinnati will host the Astros with an overall record of 65-73, placing them 4th in the NL Central. Currently, they are 15.5 games behind the Brewers for the division lead. The Reds head into today's game with an overall record of 20-23 vs. the rest of the division.</p>

<p>At home, the Reds are 33-39 this season, and they are just above .500 at 32-34 on the road. So far, they have been a .500 team both as the favorite and as the underdog, where they are 33-33 and 32-40, respectively. Cincinnati's series record is 16-25-3, and they have dropped three straight series.</p><p>The Reds are a team that has been a good bet on the run line this season, as they are 73-65 overall and 41-25 on the road. They have been a better bet as the underdog, going 46-26, while they are just 27-39 as the favorite. Their average run margin is just 0.1 runs per game, but they have been a better bet on the run line on the road, where they are 41-25. They have covered the run line in their last two games at home and in five straight as the underdog.</p>The Cincinnati Reds are playing host to the Houston Astros today, and the over/under line for the game is set at 9.5 runs. The combined run average for Reds games this season is 8.8, and their over/under record is 65-66. The average over/under line for Reds games is 9 runs, and when the line has been set at 9.5 runs, the over has hit in 21 of 32 games. Overall, only 5.8% of Reds games have had over/under lines set at 9.5 runs or higher.<p>Julian Aguiar will be making his third start of the season for the Reds, and he will be facing the Astros at home. In his first start of the season, he picked up a win against the Pirates, going 6 innings and giving up 2 earned runs. He then went 4 innings in his last outing, allowing 6 runs on 10 hits vs. the Athletics.</p><p>Elly De La Cruz has been a bright spot for the Reds this season, as he is batting .263 and is 15th in the league with 22 home runs. His 61 RBIs is also the 2nd best mark on the team. Spencer Steer has also been a good power threat for the Reds, as he has 19 homers and is batting .236. However, the Reds are hoping he can get his batting average up, as he is just 3/14 in his last six games.</p>

<p>As a team, the Reds are averaging 4.5 runs per game and are 9th in the league in home runs. So far, they have been a better offensive team on the road, averaging 4.6 runs per contest. Currently, Nick Martini is on a three-game hitting streak, and Tyler Stephenson has gone 8/22 in his last six games.</p>

Houston Astros vs Cincinnati Reds Betting Pick & Prediction 9/2/24

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<p>At 7:30 ET, the 4th place Cleveland Cavaliers (23-15) will host the 2nd place Milwaukee Bucks (28-12) in a Central Division matchup. The Bucks are currently on a 3 game win streak and are favored by 4 points (-177 moneyline) over the Cavs, who have won 5 straight.</p>

<p>This game will be played at Rocket Mortgage FieldHouse in Cleveland and can be seen on ESPN. The over/under line is set at 237.5.</p><h3>MILWAUKEE BUCKS VS CLEVELAND CAVALIERS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Milwaukee Bucks -4</p><p>This game will be played at Rocket Mortgage FieldHouse at 7:30 ET on Wednesday, January 17th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE MILWAUKEE BUCKS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 118-112 in favor of the Bucks.</li><li>Our projections have Giannis Antetokounmpo finishing with Giannis Antetokounmpo points, 11 rebounds and 6 assists.</li><li>From the field, we have the Bucks finishing with a field goal percentage of 49.5% and knocking down 16 threes.</li></ul><h3>Can the Bucks Offense Score Enough in Cleveland?</h3><p>The Bucks have won three straight games as the favorite and are favored by 4 points today against the Cavs. This season, Milwaukee has been favored in all but one of their games.</p>

<p>Milwaukee's O/U record for the season is 25-15, and the over has hit in their last two games. This year, their games have averaged 244.9 points per game compared to today's O/U line of 237.5.</p>

<p>In their last game against the Kings, the Bucks won by a score of 143-142. The O/U line for that game was 245.5 points.</p>

<p>The Bucks are currently 2nd in the Eastern Conference with a record of 28-12. In non-conference games, they are 7-2 compared to 21-10 against the East. In the Central Division, they are in 1st place.</p>

<p>On the road, the Bucks are 9-8 this season and have an ATS record of 8-9 on the road. On average, they are outscoring their opponents by 3.2 points per game on the road.</p>

<p>In their last three games, the Bucks have failed to cover the spread and have an overall ATS record of 16-24. On average, they have gone 15-24 ATS as the favorite.</p><p>The Milwaukee Bucks are one of the most high-powered offenses in the NBA this season, averaging 125 points per game, which is 2nd in the league. They are also one of the top-scoring teams on the road, averaging 123.5 points per game.</p>

<p>When it comes to pace, the Bucks are 4th in the NBA, averaging 102 possessions per game. In terms of shooting, Milwaukee is one of the most efficient teams in the league, ranking 3rd in field goal percentage.</p>

<p>So far this season, the Bucks have been able to outscore the NBA scoring average in 80% of their games. They have also been excellent at getting to the free-throw line, ranking 2nd in free throw attempts per game.</p><p>Currently, the Bucks' defense holds the 24th rank in the NBA, allowing 119.9 points per game. The Milwaukee defense has allowed opponents to shoot 33.7% from beyond the arc this season. Opposing teams are also hitting 47.2% of their field goal attempts vs. Milwaukee.</p><h3>Will the Cavaliers Pull Through as the Home Underdog?</h3><p>The Cavaliers have won five straight games at home and are 14-8 overall at home this season. Their average scoring margin at home is +3.3 points per game.</p>

<p>As the underdog, Cleveland has gone 6-9 straight-up and 7-7 against the spread. They have been the underdog in 15 of their 38 games this season.</p>

<p>Cleveland's O/U record for the season is 18-19-1, and their last two games have gone under the betting line. On average, their games have finished with 223.8 points per game.</p>

<p>In their last game, the Cavaliers beat the Bulls by a score of 109-91. The O/U line for that game was 223 points, and Cleveland covered the spread as 4-point favorites.</p>

<p>The Cavaliers are currently 4th in the Eastern Conference with a record of 23-15. In the Central Division, they are in 2nd place.</p><p>At home, the Cavaliers are averaging 113.9 points per game, which is 21st in the NBA. Overall, they are 21st in scoring at 113.1 points per game. In terms of field goal percentage, Cleveland is shooting 47% from the field, which is 15th in the league.</p>

<p>When it comes to three-point shooting, the Cavaliers are 14th in made threes per game at 13. However, they are just 25th in three-point shooting percentage at 35%. In terms of pace, Cleveland is 22nd in the league at 98.1 possessions per game.</p>

<p>So far this season, the Cavaliers have outscored the NBA scoring average in 36.8% of their games. In terms of assists, Cleveland is 13th in the league at 26.4 per game. In terms of free throws, the Cavaliers are 26th in both attempts and makes.</p><p>At this time, the Cavaliers' defense is positioned 3rd in the NBA, permitting 110.7 points per game. In the terms of takeaways, Cavaliers are causing 13.3 turnovers per game, ranking 20th in the league. They also enter the matchup ranked 24th in rejections, averaging 4.5 blocked shots each game.</p>

Milwaukee Bucks vs Cleveland Cavaliers Betting Pick & Prediction 1/17/24

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<p>The Panthers and Blackhawks are set to face off at 8:30 ET on ESPN+. The Blackhawks will host the game at United Center in Chicago, IL. The Panthers come into this non-conference matchup favored by -1.5 goals. The over/under line currently sits at 6 goals.</p><h3>FLORIDA PANTHERS VS CHICAGO BLACKHAWKS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Chicago Blackhawks +1.5</p><p>This game will be played at United Center at 8:30 ET on Thursday, November 21st.</p><h3>WHY BET THE CHICAGO BLACKHAWKS:</h3><ul><li>In spite of being 1.5 goal underdogs, we anticipate the Blackhawks winning this one 4-3.</li><li>We like the Blackhawks on the moneyline (+195)</li><li>The Blackhawks are also our pick on the spread at +1.5</li></ul><h3>Will the Panthers Find a Way to Win in Chicago?</h3><p>Florida improved to 12-6-1 with a 4-2 win over the Stars. The Panthers covered the puck line as -1.5 goal favorites, and the total of 6.5 goals went under, with the teams combining for 6 goals.</p> <p>Four different players scored for the Panthers, with Sam Reinhart’s goal at 19:00 in the third period securing the win. Florida led 2-0 before the Stars tied it up, but A.J. Greer’s goal at 2:32 in the third put the Panthers back in front.</p><p>Carolina’s offense produced 4 goals on 25 shots, with A.J. Greer netting his first goal of the season and Sam Reinhart adding an empty-netter for his 10th. The Panthers had 16 giveaways and scored twice in the third period, including Greer’s goal at 17:28.</p> <p>Earlier in the game, Evan Rodrigues opened the scoring with his 3rd goal of the season, while Matthew Tkachuk added a power-play goal, also his 3rd. Carolina recorded 6 assists in the 4-2 win.</p><p>On the defensive side, the Panthers gave up two goals in their last game, both coming in the second period. Goalie Spencer Knight made 23 saves with a 92% save percentage. The defense also recorded 8 takeaways, 22 hits, and 16 blocks.</p><h3>Does Chicago Stand a Chance at Home?</h3><p>Chicago improved to 6-12-1 with a 4-2 win over the Ducks. The Blackhawks, underdogs on the puck line, covered with the victory. The total was set at 6.5 goals, but the combined 6 goals fell just short.</p> 

<p>All four of Chicago’s goals came from different players, and they held the Ducks scoreless until the third period. Isaak Phillips opened the scoring at 7:03 in the first period.</p><p>Chicago's offense found the net four times against Anaheim, with each goal coming from a different player. Ryan Donato scored his 7th goal of the season, while Seth Jones added his 2nd. Teuvo Teravainen netted his 4th goal, and Isaak Phillips scored his 1st of the year.</p> <p>The Blackhawks took 29 shots on goal and scored twice on power plays. Connor Bedard contributed with two assists, bringing his season total to 9. Taylor Hall also added an assist, now with 4 on the year.</p><p>Arvid Söderblom made 38 saves with a 95% save percentage, helping the Blackhawks secure a 4-2 victory over the Ducks. The defense also recorded 6 takeaways and 5 hits. After allowing no goals through the first two periods, they gave up two in the third, including one with just 4 seconds remaining.</p>

Florida Panthers vs Chicago Blackhawks Betting Pick & Prediction 11/21/24

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

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

<p>The 2022 Stanley Cup Western Conference Semifinals start Tuesday, May 17, so we are taking a closer look at the marquee showdown from Ball Arena in Denver, Colorado, to get you the best Blues vs. Avalanche betting pick and odds.&nbsp;&nbsp;</p>



<p>St. Louis opens as a +180 road underdog for Game 1, while Colorado is a -215 moneyline fave with a total of 6.5 goals on <a href="https://www.bangthebook.com/sportsbooks/bookmaker/">Bookmaker Sportsbook</a>. The Avalanche have won two of their three regular-season encounters with the Blues and will aim for their third consecutive victory over St. Louis.&nbsp;</p>



<p><strong>The Blues pulled off an upset in the first round&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;</strong></p>



<p>The St. Louis Blues needed six games to eliminate the Wild in the first round of the playoffs after finishing the regular season four points behind Minnesota. They’ve scored five goals in each of their previous three showings and are riding a three-game winning streak following a 5-1 home victory over the Wild this past Thursday.&nbsp;</p>



<p>Ville Husso has guarded the cage in the first three games of the first-round series, posting an underwhelming 3.02 GAA and .906 save percentage. Jordan Binnington took over in Game 4 and over his three postseason starts, the 28-year-old netminder has recorded a sparkly 1.67 GAA and .943 save percentage.&nbsp;</p>



<p>Winger David Perron leads the way for the skaters with five goals and four assists. Center Ryan O’Reilly also scored five goals and made three dishes, while winger Vladimir Tarasenko added five goals and one assist. Tarasenko was a key player in the regular season, tallying 34 goals and 48 assists in 75 appearances.&nbsp;</p>



<p><strong>The Avs had no problems in the opening round&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;</strong></p>



<p>The Colorado Avalanche swept their first-round series against the Nashville Predators. After a 7-2 victory in the opener, the Avs barely outlasted the Preds 2-1 in overtime in Game 2. In the next two games on the road, they’ve outscored Nashville 12-6 despite missing their starting goalie.&nbsp;</p>



<p>Darcy Kuemper suffered an eye injury in the first period of Game 3, so Pavel Francouz has patrolled the crease for the rest of the series, posting a 2.97 GAA and .902 save percentage. Kuemper should be ready to go Tuesday against the Blues. He was 37-12-4 with a 2.54 GAA, .921 save percentage, and five shutouts in the regular season.&nbsp;</p>



<p>Defenseman Cale Makar has accounted for three goals and seven assists in the previous round. Center Nathan MacKinnon and winger Gabriel Landeskog both have recorded six points, while winger Mikko Rantanen is still looking for his first goal of the 2022 Stanley Cup. Rantanen led the charge for the Avs last regular season with 36 goals and 56 assists.&nbsp;</p>



<p><strong>Trends</strong><strong>:</strong></p>



<p><strong>St. Louis:&nbsp;</strong></p>



<ul><li>4-14 in the last 18 games against Colorado&nbsp;&nbsp;</li></ul>



<p><strong>Colorado:</strong></p>



<ul><li>19-8 in the last 27 games overall&nbsp;</li><li>9-2 in the last 11 games at home&nbsp;&nbsp;</li></ul>



<p><strong>St. Louis Blues vs. Colorado Avalanche Pick&nbsp;</strong></p>



<p>While the Avs are coming in full strength, the Blues have some injury worries. St. Louis will probably miss a couple of defensemen, as Torey Krug and Marco Scandella didn’t skate over the weekend, recovering from lower-body injuries.&nbsp;</p>



<p>This duo is a vital part of the Blues’ blue line, so I’m backing the Avalanche to take the first blood. The odds are not tempting, but I would avoid the puckline because St. Louis could keep it close on the back of its prolific offense. Back in the regular season, St. Louis was tallying 3.77 goals per game (3<sup>rd</sup> in the NHL), while Colorado was scoring 3.76 (4<sup>th</sup>).&nbsp;</p>



<p><strong>Pick: Take Colorado Avalanche at -215&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;</strong></p>



<p><strong>The Total:</strong></p>



<p>The Avalanche won two of their three encounters with the Blues last regular season, and all their three dates have gone over the total, producing seven or more goals in the total. The over is 6-0 in the previous six meetings between St. Louis and Colorado.&nbsp;</p>



<p>I would ride those betting trends given the offensive firepower on both sides. Also, both teams are executing well with the man advantage. They were leading the league in power-play goals in 2021-22.&nbsp;</p>



<p><strong>Pick: Go over 6.5 goals at +100&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;</strong></p>

St. Louis Blues vs. Colorado Avalanche Odds, Pick, Prediction 5/17/22

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

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

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

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

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

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

<p>Betting on today's Cougars and Panthers game? Catch the action at Orleans Arena in Las Vegas, NV, as the Panthers hosts this showdown at 4:00 ET on FloH. In this non-conference matchup, Washington State is favored by -3.5 against Northern Iowa. The over/under for the game is 149 points.</p><h3>WASHINGTON STATE COUGARS VS NORTHERN IOWA PANTHERS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Northern Iowa Panthers +3.5</p><p>This game will be played at Orleans Arena at 4:00 ET on Saturday, December 21st.</p><h3>WHY BET THE NORTHERN IOWA PANTHERS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 77-69 in favor of the Panthers.</li><li>Not only will Northern Iowa pick up the win, but look for them to cover at +3.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 149 points, and we like the under with a projected 146 points.</li></ul><h3>Can Washington State Pull Off A Win at Orleans Arena?</h3><h3>Washington State Cougars Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Washington State dropped to 9-3 on the season following an 89-73 loss to Washington on Wednesday. The Cougars entered the game as +2.5 point underdogs and failed to cover the spread. The total points for the game were 162, exceeding the pre-game O/U line of 149.5.</p> 

<p>After trailing 35-31 at halftime, the Cougars allowed 54 points in the 2nd half while scoring 42 of their own.</p><p>In their last game, Washington State put up 73 points, shooting 43.1% from the field and 30% from beyond the arc. Their effective field goal percentage was 48.3%, and they hit 81% of their free throws, going 17-for-21 from the line. The Cougars also grabbed 15 offensive rebounds and dished out 12 assists.</p> <p>DJ Davis and Nate Calmese led the scoring with 21 points each, with Davis hitting 3-of-7 from deep. Ethan Price added 16 points, while Mekhi Mason and LeJuan Watts contributed 15 points apiece. Great Osobor was efficient, shooting 60% from the field, and Tyree Ihenacho was perfect, going 4-for-4 from the floor.</p><p>Washington State's defense struggled in their last game, giving up 89 points on 50% shooting from the field. The Cougars allowed their opponent to hit 51% of their two-point attempts, going 21/41 inside the arc.</p> <p>From three-point range, Washington State's defense allowed 10 threes on 21 attempts, a 47% shooting performance. They also sent their opponent to the free-throw line 26 times, where they converted 17, shooting 65%.</p><h3>Do the Panthers Have a Shot at a Home Win?</h3><p>Northern Iowa improved to 6-4 on the season with a dominant 104-76 win over Montana on Monday. The Panthers were -10.5 favorites heading into the game and covered the spread comfortably. The total points for the game reached 180, surpassing the O/U line of 146.</p> <p>Leading 48-34 at halftime, Northern Iowa continued to pour it on in the second half, outscoring the Grizzlies 56-42. The Panthers' offense was firing on all cylinders, as they put up over 100 points for the first time this season.</p><p>Northern Iowa's offense was unstoppable in their last game, putting up 104 points with a field goal percentage of 69% (40/58). Their effective field goal percentage was an impressive 79.3%, thanks to 74.4% shooting on two-pointers (29/39) and 57.9% from beyond the arc (11/19).</p> <p>Leon Bond III led the way with 37 points, hitting 4 of 5 threes and shooting 80% overall (12/15). Jacob Hutson added 24 points, shooting 73.3% from the field (11/15), while Kai Johnson contributed 18 points in just 20 minutes, hitting 75% of his shots (6/8).</p><p>Even with Northern Iowa giving up 76 points, their offense couldn't capitalize on the Panthers' defensive struggles. Northern Iowa allowed their opponent to shoot 69% from the field, including 74% on two-point attempts.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Northern Iowa's defense gave up 11 threes on 19 attempts, a 57% shooting performance. They also sent their opponent to the line 18 times, where they hit 13 free throws.</p>

Washington State Cougars vs Northern Iowa Panthers NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 12/21/24

<p>Don't miss out on the NCAA showdown between the Ospreys and Gators. The game is starting at 12:00 ET on SECN, and it's hosted by the Gators at Exactech Arena in Gainesville, FL. Get ready to place your bets! The odds for this non-conference game currently have Florida as the -24.5 favorite, with the over/under line sitting at 170.5 points.</p><h3>NORTH FLORIDA OSPREYS VS FLORIDA GATORS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: North Florida Ospreys +24.5</p><p>This game will be played at Exactech Arena at 12:00 ET on Saturday, December 21st.</p><h3>WHY BET THE NORTH FLORIDA OSPREYS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 74-73 in favor of the Gators.</li><li>Even though we have Florida winning straight-up, we like North Florida at +24.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 170.5 points, and we like the under with a projected 147 points.</li></ul><h3>Do the Ospreys Have What it Takes on the Road?</h3><p>North Florida fell to 5-5 on the season after a 95-81 road loss to UNC Asheville on Tuesday. Entering the game as +3 underdogs, the Ospreys not only lost but also failed to cover the spread. The game’s total points reached 176, surpassing the O/U line of 162.</p> <p>North Florida trailed 43-30 at halftime but put up 51 points in the 2nd half. However, their defense allowed 52 points in the same period, preventing them from mounting a comeback.</p><p>North Florida put up 81 points in their last game, shooting 41.3% from the field. They connected on 30% of their 40 three-point attempts, with an effective field goal percentage of 50.8%. At the free-throw line, they hit 77.3%, going 17-for-22.</p> <p>The Ospreys had 17 assists and 11 offensive rebounds, with Toyaz Solomon leading the way with 24 points and 9 rebounds, shooting 69.2% from the field. Jordan Marsh added 19 points and 7 assists, hitting 3 of 5 from beyond the arc.</p><p>North Florida's defense struggled in their last game, giving up 95 points while allowing the opposing team to shoot 56% from the field. The Ospreys couldn't contain their opponents inside, as they shot 63% on two-point attempts, going 24/38.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, North Florida allowed 9 threes on 20 attempts, a 45% shooting performance. They also sent the other team to the free-throw line 29 times, where they converted 20 of those attempts, shooting 69%. The Ospreys gave up 12 offensive rebounds as well.</p><h3>Does Florida Have What it Takes to Win as Home Favorites?</h3><p>Florida improved to 11-0 this season with a 90-84 win over North Carolina on Tuesday. The Gators, who were -3.5 point favorites, covered the spread in the victory.</p> <p>Florida led 46-34 at halftime but allowed 50 points in the second half while scoring 44. The total points for the game reached 174, surpassing the over/under line of 167.5.</p><p>The Gators put up 90 points in their last game, shooting 46.2% from the field and posting an effective field goal percentage of 55.4%. They hit 57.6% of their two-point attempts, while connecting on 34.4% from beyond the arc, making 11 threes. At the free-throw line, they shot 70.4%, going 19-for-27.</p> <p>RJ Davis led the way with 29 points and 8 rebounds, shooting 52.6% overall, though he struggled from three, hitting just 3 of 11 attempts. Will Richard was efficient, scoring 22 points on 8-of-10 shooting, including 3-of-5 from deep.</p><p>Even with Florida's defense giving up 84 points, they managed to hold their opponent to just 5 made threes on 28 attempts, a 17% shooting performance from beyond the arc. However, the Gators struggled to contain the inside game, allowing 28 two-point baskets on 44 attempts, a 63% conversion rate.</p> <p>Florida sent their opponent to the free-throw line 19 times, where they connected on 13 free throws, shooting 68%. The Gators also gave up 13 offensive rebounds, contributing to their defensive woes in this one.</p>

North Florida Ospreys vs Florida Gators NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 12/21/24

<p>Planning on watching today's Lions and Colonels game? Catch the action at The Legacy Center in Lake Charles, LA, as the Colonels hosts this showdown at 8:30 ET on ESPN+. The over/under line for this matchup is currently at 137.5 points, and Nicholls is favored by -6.5 to win at home against Texas A&M-Commerce.</p><h3>TEXAS A&M-COMMERCE LIONS VS NICHOLLS COLONELS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Nicholls Colonels -6.5</p><p>This game will be played at The Legacy Center at 8:30 ET on Monday, March 11th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE NICHOLLS COLONELS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 78-68 in favor of the Colonels.</li><li>Not only will Nicholls pick up the win, but look for them to cover at -6.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 137.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 146 points.</li></ul><h3>Will Texas A&M-Commerce Shock Everyone at The Legacy Center?</h3><p>Entering the game, Texas A&M-Commerce has a record of 13-19, including a 5-12 mark in Southland Conference play. On the road, the Lions are 4-12 this season, and they have won two straight games away from home.</p>

<p>As the underdog, Texas A&M-Commerce is 3-16 this season. In their last game, the Lions defeated Northwestern State by a score of 69-64. Over the team's last 10 road games, they have gone 4-6.</p><p>As the underdog this season, Texas A&M-Commerce has gone 7-12 vs. the spread. On the road, their ATS record is 6-10 and over their last 10 games as the underdog, they have gone 3-7 vs. the spread.</p><p>Today's over/under line of 137.5 is lower than the average over/under line in Texas A&M-Commerce's games this year (141.1). So far, 14 of their games have finished with more points than today's line. In their last three games, the over/under record is 1-2.</p><p>The Texas A&M-Commerce offense is coming off a game in which they scored 69 points vs. Northwestern State. Overall their field goal percentage was 46.9% while connecting on 3 threes. Kalen Williams was the leading scorer for the Lions, putting up 19 points. In addition, Kwo Agua contributed 16 points.</p><p>Currently, the Lions' defense holds the 247th rank in the nation, allowing 74.7 points per game. The Texas A&M-Commerce defense is coming off a game in which they gave up a total of 64 points and allowed Northwestern State to connect on 4 threes.</p><h3>Will the Colonels Make it Happen at Home?</h3><p>With a record of 18-13, Nicholls has been solid this season, and they have won two straight games. At home, the Colonels have gone 7-3, and they have won their last two games at home.</p>

<p>For the year, Nicholls has been favored in 12 of their games, going 10-2 in those matchups. As for their record in the Southland Conference, the Colonels have gone 13-5, and they have gone 8-2 in their last 10 games at home.</p><p>As the favorite, Nicholls is 8-4 vs. the spread this year and 17-11 overall. Over their last 10 games as the favorite, the Colonels are 8-2 vs. the spread. At home, they have gone 6-4 vs. the spread this season and 2-1 over their last 3 games.</p><p>Today's over/under line of 137.5 is lower than the average over/under line in Nicholls' games this season (144). So far, 16 of their games have finished with more points than today's line. Over their last three games, the average scoring total is 136 points, which is less than the average over/under line in their games this season.</p><p>In their recent matchup, the Nicholls offense ended with 80 points against Southeastern Louisiana. They finished with an overall field goal percentage of 46.2% and made 12 threes. Jamal West Jr. is the current leading scorer for the team, with an average of 14.1 as they approach today's matchup. In addition, Diante Smith brings a PPG average of 15.2 into the game.</p><p>At present, the Colonels' defense is nationally ranked 233rd, allowing 74.1 points per game. Nicholls' three-point defense is currently 56th in the country at 6.1 made threes per game. In terms of overall field goal percentage, opponets have hit 39.8% of their shots vs. Nicholls.</p>

Texas A&M-Commerce Lions vs Nicholls Colonels Betting Pick & Prediction 3/11/24

<p>At 8:00 ET, the New York Knicks (-332) will travel to take on the New Orleans Pelicans (+266) in a non-conference matchup. The Knicks are currently favored by 8.5 points, and the over/under line is set at 226.</p>

<p>TV: NBA</p><h3>NEW YORK KNICKS VS NEW ORLEANS PELICANS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: New York Knicks -8.5</p><p>This game will be played at Smoothie King Center at 8:00 ET on Saturday, December 21st.</p><h3>WHY BET THE NEW YORK KNICKS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 132-113 in favor of the Knicks.</li><li>Our projections have Jalen Brunson finishing with 29 points, 3 rebounds and 7 assists.</li><li>From the field, we have the Knicks finishing with a field goal percentage of 48.0% and knocking down 16 threes.</li></ul><h3>Is a Win at New Orleans Possible for the Knicks?</h3><p>The Knicks improved to 17-10 on the season with a dominant 133-107 road win over the Timberwolves on Thursday. New York, who entered the game as +3.5 point underdogs, not only won but covered the spread with ease. The total points for the game reached 240, surpassing the over/under line of 214 by 26 points.</p> <p>After trailing 33-32 at the end of the 1st quarter, the Knicks took control with an 11-0 run, extending the score from 33-30 to 44-30. They outscored Minnesota 41-18 in the 2nd quarter and went into the 4th with a 104-74 lead. The Timberwolves edged the Knicks 33-29 in the final period, but the game was already out of reach.</p><p>The Knicks put up 133 points in their win over the Timberwolves, shooting 51.5% from the field and hitting 20 threes at a 44.4% clip. Karl-Anthony Towns was perfect from deep, making 5 threes and finishing with 32 points, 20 rebounds, and 6 assists.</p> <p>Mikal Bridges added 29 points, hitting 4 threes, while Miles McBride also connected on 4 triples. Towns scored 19 of his points in the 2nd quarter, and Bridges added 11 in the 3rd.</p><p>Despite giving up 33 points in both the 1st and 4th quarters, the Knicks' defense tightened up in the 2nd and 3rd, allowing just 18 and 23 points, respectively, in their win over the Timberwolves. New York sent Minnesota to the free-throw line only 13 times, where they converted 8 attempts.</p> <p>The Knicks allowed Minnesota to hit 17 threes at a 40% clip, but they controlled the boards, giving up just 6 offensive rebounds. Defensively, New York also recorded 10 steals and 2 blocks.</p><h3>Will the Pelicans Win at Home?</h3><p>The Pelicans dropped to 5-23 on the season following a 133-113 road loss to the Rockets on Thursday. New Orleans entered the game as +9.5 point underdogs and failed to cover the spread. The total score of 246 points exceeded the over/under line of 218.5 by 27.5 points.</p> <p>Houston took control early with a 13-0 run, extending the score from 7-5 to 18-7. The Pelicans couldn’t recover, as they were outscored 39-25 in the 1st quarter. Although the 2nd and 4th quarters were even, New Orleans couldn’t make up ground after trailing 99-79 heading into the final period.</p><p>In their 133-113 loss to the Rockets, the Pelicans shot 44.6% from the field, but connected on 46.4% of their threes, hitting 13 from deep. Trey Murphy III led the way with 28 points, making 4 threes at a 66.7% clip, while Herbert Jones also hit 4 threes, finishing with 20 points.</p> <p>Murphy scored 9 points in both the 1st and 4th quarters, while Jones added 13 of his 20 points in the 3rd. CJ McCollum contributed 18 points, with 7 coming in the 3rd quarter.</p><p>The Pelicans struggled defensively against the Rockets, giving up 133 points on 57% shooting. Houston scored 39 points in the 1st quarter and added 34 more in the 4th to secure the win. New Orleans allowed 33 points in the 3rd quarter and 27 in the 2nd.</p> <p>The Rockets hit 17 threes at a 43% clip. The Pelicans sent Houston to the line 19 times, where they made 16 free throws. New Orleans finished with 26 defensive rebounds, 6 steals, and 2 blocks.</p>

New York Knicks vs New Orleans Pelicans Betting Pick & Prediction 12/21/24

<p>Making on a bet on this NHL game featuring the Senators versus the Canucks? The puck drops at 10:00 ET, and you can watch it all unfold on ESPN+. The game will be played at Rogers Arena in Vancouver, BC. This non-conference matchup has an over/under of 5.5 goals, and the Canucks are favored by -1.5 against the Senators.</p><h3>OTTAWA SENATORS VS VANCOUVER CANUCKS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Vancouver Canucks -1.5</p><p>This game will be played at Rogers Arena at 10:00 ET on Saturday, December 21st.</p><h3>WHY BET THE VANCOUVER CANUCKS:</h3><ul><li>With a 1.5-goal advantage on the spread, our projections favor the Canucks to secure a 4-3 victory.</li><li>Take the Canucks on the moneyline</li><li>On the spread, we like Senators (+1.5)</li></ul><h3>Is A Road Victory Likely for Underdog Ottawa?</h3><p>With a 3-0 win over the Kraken, the Senators improved to 17-13-2 this season. Ottawa covered the puck line as -1.5 goal favorites, and the total of 3 goals fell short of the 6.5 goal line.</p> <p>All three of Ottawa’s goals came from different players. Adam Gaudette opened the scoring in the first period, followed by goals from Brady Tkachuk and Tim Stützle, who added an empty-netter in the third period.</p><p>Ottawa's offense recorded 11 giveaways in their 3-0 win over Seattle, but still managed to find the net three times. Adam Gaudette scored his 7th goal of the season in the first period, while Brady Tkachuk added his 7th in the second. Tim Stützle capped off the scoring with his 6th goal, an empty-netter in the third period.</p> <p>The Senators fired 23 shots on goal and picked up 5 assists. Tim Stützle's assist on Tkachuk's goal was his 10th of the season. Ottawa was held without a power play goal in the game.</p><p>Defensively, the Senators will be looking to build off their previous performance, where they allowed 0 goals to the Kraken. Anton Forsberg made 22 saves, finishing with a 100% save percentage. The Senators' defense also recorded 2 takeaways, 25 hits, and 14 blocks.</p><h3>Taking a Look at the Canucks Chances at Home</h3><p>With a 3-2 win over the Sharks, the Canucks improved to 16-10-6 this season. Vancouver was favored by -1.5 goals, but they failed to cover the puck line. The total for the game was set at 6.5 goals, and the combined 5 goals fell short of that mark.</p> 

<p>Vancouver trailed 1-0 in the second period before Pius Suter tied it up at 5:19. Jake DeBrusk gave the Canucks a 2-1 lead in the third, but the Sharks responded to even the score again. Suter netted his second goal with just 26 seconds left to secure the win for Vancouver.</p><p>Pius Suter led the way for the Canucks with two goals, bringing his season total to four. He scored at 5:19 in the second period and again with just 26 seconds left in the game. Jake DeBrusk added his first goal of the season, which came at 4:22 in the third period.</p> <p>Vancouver took 27 shots on goal and registered 25 giveaways. None of their goals came on the power play. The Canucks were held scoreless in the first period before Suter's first goal tied the game 1-1 in the second.</p><p>Vancouver's defense will look to carry some momentum into their next game after helping secure a 3-2 win over San Jose. Kevin Lankinen made 21 saves with a 91.3% save percentage, and the Canucks' defense added 5 takeaways and 24 hits. The first goal they allowed came 2:37 into the 2nd period, and the second came with just 1:17 left in the 3rd.</p>

Ottawa Senators vs Vancouver Canucks Betting Pick & Prediction 12/21/24

<p>Planning on watching today's Blue Jackets and Flyers game? Catch the action at Wells Fargo Center in Philadelphia, PA, as the Flyers hosts this showdown at 7:00 ET on NBCS. The over/under for this game is set at 6.5 goals, and the Flyers are favored by -1.5 against the Blue Jackets in a Metropolitan division matchup.</p><h3>COLUMBUS BLUE JACKETS VS PHILADELPHIA FLYERS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Philadelphia Flyers -1.5</p><p>This game will be played at Wells Fargo Center at 7:00 ET on Saturday, December 21st.</p><h3>WHY BET THE PHILADELPHIA FLYERS:</h3><ul><li>With a 1.5-goal advantage on the spread, our projections favor the Flyers to secure a 4-3 victory.</li><li>Take the Flyers on the moneyline</li><li>On the spread, we like Blue Jackets (+1.5)</li></ul><h3>Can the Blue Jackets Pull the Upset on the Road?</h3><p>Columbus fell to 13-15-5 after a 7-2 loss to the Capitals. The Blue Jackets were underdogs on the puck line, and the total of 9 goals surpassed the pre-game line of 6.5.</p> <p>Defensively, Columbus struggled from the start, allowing 5 goals in the first period. Damon Severson and Kevin Labanc each scored for the Blue Jackets, but the game was never close.</p><p>Columbus fired 36 shots on goal but could only find the net twice in their 7-2 loss to Washington. Damon Severson scored his 4th goal of the season, while Kevin Labanc added his 2nd. The Blue Jackets were held scoreless in the first period before Severson got them on the board 49 seconds into the second.</p> <p>Columbus recorded 13 giveaways and failed to convert on any power play opportunities. Sean Monahan picked up his 5th assist of the season, and Zach Aston-Reese added his 2nd. The Blue Jackets have now lost two straight games.</p><p>Defensively, the Blue Jackets will be looking for a better start after giving up the first five goals in their previous game against Washington. Columbus allowed the first goal just 56 seconds into the 1st period and another four by the 5:02 mark. Daniil Tarasov made 15 saves but finished with a 68.2% save percentage.</p><h3>Can Philadelphia Pull Out the Win as Home Favorites?</h3><p>Philadelphia dropped to 14-15-4 after a 3-0 loss to the Bruins. The Flyers entered as underdogs on the puck line, and the total of 3 goals fell short of the 6.5 set before the game.</p> 

<p>The Flyers’ offense struggled, managing only 20 shots on goal. They also had 15 giveaways, contributing to the loss.</p><p>Philadelphia's offense was held scoreless in their 3-0 loss to Boston. The Flyers managed 20 shots on goal but were unable to find the back of the net. They recorded 15 giveaways in the game.</p> <p>Philadelphia failed to score in any period, including on their power play. This shutout marks the first time this season the Flyers have been held without a goal.</p><p>Defensively, the Flyers gave up the first goal at 13:28 in the first period and another at 11:23 in the second. They also allowed an empty-netter at 16:21 in the third. Samuel Ersson made 8 saves with a 100% save percentage, while the Flyers' defense had 5 takeaways and 30 hits.</p>

Columbus Blue Jackets vs Philadelphia Flyers Betting Pick & Prediction 12/21/24

<p>Betting on today's Flyers and Bearcats game? Catch the action at Heritage Bank Center in Cincinnati, OH, as the Bearcats hosts this showdown at 8:30 ET on ESPNU. This non-conference matchup has an over/under of 138.5 points, and Cincinnati is favored by -3.5 vs. Dayton.</p><h3>DAYTON FLYERS VS CINCINNATI BEARCATS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Cincinnati Bearcats -3.5</p><p>This game will be played at Heritage Bank Center at 8:30 ET on Friday, December 20th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE CINCINNATI BEARCATS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 78-68 in favor of the Bearcats.</li><li>Not only will Cincinnati pick up the win, but look for them to cover at -3.5.</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>Does Dayton Have a Shot at a Road Win?</h3><p>Dayton improved to 9-2 on the season with a narrow 66-65 win over UNLV on Tuesday. The Flyers were -10.5 favorites but didn’t cover the spread, and the game’s total points of 131 fell short of the 140.5 O/U line.</p> <p>After trailing 28-27 at halftime, Dayton outscored UNLV 39-37 in the second half to secure the win at home.</p><p>Dayton's offense put up 66 points in their last game, shooting 47.1% from the field. Their effective field goal percentage was 51%, with a strong 63.3% on two-point attempts (19/30), but they struggled from beyond the arc, hitting just 5 of 21 threes (23.8%).</p> <p>At the free-throw line, the Flyers connected on 81.2%, going 13 for 16. They dished out 15 assists, with Dedan Thomas Jr. leading the way with 6, along with his team-high 16 points. Jaden Henley added 15 points, shooting 62.5% from the field.</p><p>Dayton's defense gave up 65 points, allowing their opponent to shoot 47% from the field. Inside the arc, the Flyers struggled, with their opponent hitting 63% of their two-point attempts, going 19/30.</p> <p>From three-point range, Dayton's defense was more effective, holding their opponent to 5/21 shooting, or 23%. The Flyers sent their opponent to the free-throw line 16 times, where they made 13, shooting 81%. Dayton also allowed 7 offensive rebounds.</p><h3>Can Cincinnati Pull Off a Home Win?</h3><p>The Bearcats improved to 8-1 on the season with a 68-65 win over Xavier on Saturday. Cincinnati, who were -8 favorites, didn’t cover the spread, but they’ll be happy to get the win. The game’s total points of 133 fell short of the O/U line of 146.5.</p> <p>After trailing 31-30 at halftime, Cincinnati outscored Xavier 38-34 in the second half to secure the win. The Bearcats’ defense stepped up after the break, allowing them to edge out their in-state rivals.</p><p>Cincinnati's offense struggled from the field in their last game, shooting just 37.9% overall and 25% from beyond the arc, hitting 5 of 20 three-point attempts. Their effective field goal percentage was 41.4%, and they managed 19 points from the free-throw line, shooting 73.1% from the stripe.</p> <p>Zach Freemantle led the Bearcats with 18 points and 7 rebounds, despite shooting 37.5% from the field and 20% from three-point range. Ryan Conwell added 17 points, connecting on 3 of 8 from deep, while Dillon Mitchell contributed 10 rebounds and shot 80%, finishing with 11 points.</p><p>Despite Cincinnati's defense holding their opponent to 65 points, the Bearcats couldn't capitalize on the offensive end. They allowed their opponent to shoot 37% from the field, including 44% on two-point attempts, where they connected on 17 of 38 shots.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Cincinnati's defense limited their opponent to just 5 threes on 20 attempts, a 25% shooting performance. At the free-throw line, Cincinnati's opponent went 19/26, hitting 73% of their foul shots. The Bearcats also gave up 12 offensive rebounds.</p>

Dayton Flyers vs Cincinnati Bearcats NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 12/20/24

<p>At 7:30 ET, the Memphis Grizzlies (-127) will take on the Atlanta Hawks (+107) in a non-conference matchup. The Grizzlies are favored by 1.5 points and have a record of 19-9. On the other hand, the Hawks have lost two straight and are 14-14 on the season.</p>

<p>This game will be played at State Farm Arena in Atlanta and can be seen on FDSS. The over/under line for this game is 241.5 points.</p><h3>MEMPHIS GRIZZLIES VS ATLANTA HAWKS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Memphis Grizzlies -1.5</p><p>This game will be played at State Farm Arena at 7:30 ET on Saturday, December 21st.</p><h3>WHY BET THE MEMPHIS GRIZZLIES:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 153-122 in favor of the Grizzlies.</li><li>Our projections have Ja Morant finishing with 23 points, 5 rebounds and 8 assists.</li><li>From the field, we have the Grizzlies finishing with a field goal percentage of 45.8% and knocking down 17 threes.</li></ul><h3>Can the Grizzlies Lock in a Win at Atlanta?</h3><p>The Grizzlies improved to 19-9 this season after a dominant 144-93 win over the Warriors on Thursday. Memphis, favored by 2.5 points, easily covered the spread at home. The game’s total of 237 points narrowly missed the O/U line of 238.5.</p> <p>Memphis set the tone early, jumping out to a 37-15 lead in the 1st quarter and extending it with an 11-0 run. They continued to control the game, outscoring the Warriors 32-23 in the 2nd quarter and 40-21 in the 3rd. By the start of the 4th, the Grizzlies were up 109-59, and they edged the Warriors 35-34 in the final period.</p><p>The Grizzlies put on an offensive clinic in their win over the Warriors, shooting 54.1% from the field and hitting 27 threes at a 56.2% clip. Santi Aldama led the way with 21 points and 14 rebounds, connecting on 5 threes, while Jake LaRavia added 19 points, hitting 4 threes at 80% efficiency.</p> <p>Jaren Jackson Jr. contributed 17 points, with 11 coming in the 3rd quarter. Luke Kennard scored 12 of his 15 points in the 4th, and Desmond Bane also finished with 15 points, adding 7 in the 3rd quarter.</p><p>The Grizzlies put on a defensive clinic against the Warriors, holding them to just 93 points on 35% shooting. Memphis set the tone early, giving up only 15 points in the 1st quarter and 23 in the 2nd. They continued their strong play in the 3rd, allowing 21 points before a 34-point 4th quarter.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, the Grizzlies limited the Warriors to 12 threes on 33% shooting. They also sent Golden State to the line 24 times, where they hit 17 free throws. Memphis controlled the boards with 45 defensive rebounds while allowing 10 offensive boards. They also added 11 steals and 8 blocks.</p><h3>Will the Hawks Secure A Victory as Home Underdogs?</h3><p>The Hawks fell to 14-14 on the season after a 133-126 road loss to the Spurs on Thursday. Atlanta entered the game as +1 point underdogs and failed to cover the spread. The total points of 259 exceeded the O/U line of 233.5 by 25.5 points.</p> <p>Atlanta went on a 13-0 run early, extending their lead from 36-28 to 49-28. However, they couldn’t maintain the momentum, as the Spurs outscored them 30-21 in the 3rd quarter. Despite entering the 4th quarter down just 90-87, the Hawks couldn’t complete the comeback, losing the final quarter 33-30.</p><p>De'Andre Hunter led the Hawks with 27 points and 6 rebounds, shooting 60% from the field and hitting 4 threes at 50% efficiency. Trae Young added 23 points and 16 assists, connecting on 3 threes at 50% from deep, while Jalen Johnson contributed 22 points and 9 rebounds, shooting 57.1% from the floor.</p> <p>As a team, the Hawks made 16 threes, shooting 42.1% from beyond the arc and 47.4% overall. Hunter scored 12 points in the 4th quarter, while Young added 8 in the final period.</p><p>The Hawks gave up 133 points to the Spurs on Thursday, including 36 in the 1st quarter. They tightened up in the 2nd, allowing just 24 points, but still allowed 30 points in both the 3rd and 4th quarters.</p> <p>Atlanta struggled to defend the three, as the Spurs hit 19 threes at a 45% clip. The Hawks sent San Antonio to the line 23 times, where they made 16 free throws. Defensively, the Hawks grabbed 41 rebounds, allowed 8 offensive boards, and recorded 14 steals and 6 blocks.</p>

Memphis Grizzlies vs Atlanta Hawks Betting Pick & Prediction 12/21/24

<p>At 7:00 ET, the Miami Heat will travel to take on the Orlando Magic. The Magic (-159) are favored by 3 points over the Heat (+135) in this Eastern Southeast division matchup. The over/under line is currently sitting at 208.5 points.</p>

<p>Miami has dropped two straight games and is 13-12 on the season. The Heat are currently 6th in the Eastern Conference and 2nd in the Southeast Division. Orlando has lost three in a row and is 17-12 overall. The Magic are 4th in the East and 1st in the Southeast.</p><h3>MIAMI HEAT VS ORLANDO MAGIC BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Miami Heat +3</p><p>This game will be played at Kia Center at 7:00 ET on Saturday, December 21st.</p><h3>WHY BET THE MIAMI HEAT:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 140-86 in favor of the Heat.</li><li>Our projections have Tyler Herro finishing with 21 points, 5 rebounds and 5 assists.</li><li>From the field, we have the Heat finishing with a field goal percentage of 45.9% and knocking down 17 threes.</li></ul><h3>Taking a Look at the Heat Chances on the Road</h3><p>The Heat dropped to 13-12 on the season after a 104-97 home loss to the Thunder on Friday. Miami entered the game as +1 point underdogs and failed to cover the spread. The total points for the game were 201, falling short of the 217-point line.</p> <p>Miami went on a 12-0 run, turning a 58-51 deficit into a 63-58 lead, but the Thunder responded by outscoring the Heat 31-23 in the 3rd quarter. Miami tried to rally in the 4th, winning the quarter 27-23, but couldn’t close the gap.</p><p>In Friday's loss to the Thunder, the Heat managed just 97 points, shooting 43.4% from the field. Their three-point shooting was particularly poor, hitting only 30% of their attempts, with 12 made threes.</p> <p>Tyler Herro led Miami with 28 points, 12 rebounds, and 5 assists, shooting 45.8% from the field and 30% from deep. Bam Adebayo added 17 points and 10 rebounds, scoring 7 points in both the 1st and 4th quarters.</p><p>Defensively, the Heat tightened up in the 2nd and 4th quarters, allowing just 20 and 23 points, respectively, but it wasn't enough to overcome a 104-97 loss to the Thunder. Miami gave up 31 points in the 3rd quarter, contributing to the defeat.</p> <p>Miami allowed Oklahoma City to shoot 45% from the field, including 41% from three-point range, where the Thunder hit 14 threes. The Heat sent the Thunder to the line 17 times, with Oklahoma City converting 12 free throws. Miami finished with 9 steals and 3 blocks.</p><h3>Will Orlando Win at Home?</h3><p>Orlando’s season record dropped to 17-12 after a 105-99 home loss to the Thunder on Thursday. The Magic entered the game as +6.5 point underdogs and managed to cover the spread. The combined score of 204 points fell short of the 209.5-point O/U line.</p> <p>A 12-0 run by the Thunder in the 2nd quarter put Orlando in a tough spot, as they were outscored 36-18 in that period. The Magic fought back, winning the 3rd quarter 28-17 and edging the Thunder 25-23 in the 4th, but couldn’t complete the comeback.</p><p>In their 99-point effort against the Thunder, the Magic shot 44.9% from the field and hit 31.4% of their threes, making 11 from beyond the arc. Anthony Black led the way with 23 points, knocking down 3 threes at a 50% clip and shooting 57.1% overall.</p> <p>Black scored 12 of his points in the 4th quarter, while Goga Bitadze and Tristan da Silva each added 7 points in the 3rd. Bitadze finished with 15 points and 10 rebounds, shooting 66.7% from the field, while da Silva also contributed 15 points, hitting 3 threes at 37.5%.</p><p>Despite a strong defensive effort in the 3rd quarter, where they held the Thunder to just 17 points, the Magic couldn't overcome a tough 2nd quarter, giving up 36 points in a 105-99 loss. Overall, they allowed Oklahoma City to shoot 48% from the field.</p> <p>Orlando did a solid job defending the three, holding the Thunder to 32% shooting with 10 made threes. They also limited Oklahoma City to 16 free throw attempts, with the Thunder making 15. The Magic gave up 4 offensive rebounds while recording 6 steals and 6 blocks.</p>

Miami Heat vs Orlando Magic Betting Pick & Prediction 12/21/24

<p>The Sun Devils and Minutemen are set to face off at 4:00 ET on CBSS. The Minutemen will host the game at MassMutual Center in Springfield, MA. Arizona State comes into this non-conference matchup as the -9.5 point favorite. The over/under line currently sits at 151 points.</p><h3>ARIZONA STATE SUN DEVILS VS MASSACHUSETTS MINUTEMEN BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Massachusetts Minutemen +9.5</p><p>This game will be played at MassMutual Center at 4:00 ET on Saturday, December 21st.</p><h3>WHY BET THE MASSACHUSETTS MINUTEMEN:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 79-67 in favor of the Minutemen.</li><li>Not only will Massachusetts pick up the win, but look for them to cover at +9.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 151 points, and we like the under with a projected 146 points.</li></ul><h3>Will the Sun Devils Make it Happen on the Road?</h3><p>Arizona State dropped to 8-2 on the season following an 83-66 road loss to Florida on Saturday. The Sun Devils, who entered the game as +7 point underdogs, failed to cover the spread.</p> <p>Arizona State trailed 41-32 at halftime and couldn’t close the gap in the second half, scoring 34 points while allowing 42. The total points for the game were 149, falling short of the 156-point over/under line.</p><p>Arizona State struggled offensively in their last game, shooting just 37.1% from the field and 28% from three-point range, finishing with an effective field goal percentage of 41.9%. They managed only 9 assists and 6 offensive rebounds, while hitting 13 of 19 free throws (68.4%).</p> <p>Walter Clayton Jr. led the Sun Devils with 25 points, hitting 5 of 13 threes, while Adam Miller added 18 points, shooting 60% from beyond the arc. Alijah Martin contributed 15 points and 11 rebounds, connecting on 3 of 6 threes.</p><p>Arizona State struggled defensively, giving up 83 points on 47% shooting from the field. They allowed their opponent to connect on 22 of 37 two-point attempts, a 59% success rate.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Arizona State's defense conceded 10 threes on 30 attempts, a 33% shooting performance. They also sent their opponent to the line 10 times, where they hit 9 free throws.</p><h3>Will Massachusetts Secure A Victory as Home Underdogs?</h3><p>Massachusetts improved to 4-7 on the season with a 77-72 win over Northeastern on Wednesday, December 18th. Playing at home, the Minutemen were -3.5 favorites and covered the spread. The game’s total points of 149 went over the pre-game line of 146.5.</p> <p>UMass led 35-30 at halftime and both teams scored 42 points in the 2nd half.</p><p>Massachusetts put up 77 points in their last game, shooting 41.3% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 46%. They hit 6 of 18 from beyond the arc, shooting 33.3%, and connected on 61.3% of their free throws, going 19 for 31 from the line.</p> <p>Jaylen Curry led the way with 24 points, hitting 4 of 7 from three-point range. Rashad King added 19 points and 11 rebounds, despite shooting just 39.1% overall and 16.7% from deep. LA Pratt and Masai Troutman each contributed 18 points, with Pratt adding 8 rebounds and 4 assists.</p><p>Even with Massachusetts giving up 72 points, their defense held the opponent to 41% shooting from the field, including 44% on two-point attempts (20/45). From beyond the arc, the Minutemen limited the damage, allowing just 6 threes on 18 attempts for 33% shooting.</p> <p>Massachusetts sent the other team to the free-throw line 31 times, where they converted 19 free throws, shooting 61%. The Minutemen also gave up 11 offensive rebounds in the game.</p>

Arizona State Sun Devils vs Massachusetts Minutemen NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 12/21/24

<p>Looking to win big? The Cardinals and Red Raiders face off at 1:00 ET on ESPN+. The Red Raiders are hosting the game at United Supermarkets Arena in Lubbock, TX. The over/under line for this matchup is currently at 141.5 points, and Texas Tech is favored by -23.5 at home against Lamar.</p><h3>LAMAR CARDINALS VS TEXAS TECH RED RAIDERS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Lamar Cardinals +23.5</p><p>This game will be played at United Supermarkets Arena at 1:00 ET on Saturday, December 21st.</p><h3>WHY BET THE LAMAR CARDINALS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 79-68 in favor of the Red Raiders.</li><li>Even though we have Texas Tech winning straight-up, we like Lamar at +23.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 141.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 147 points.</li></ul><h3>Does Lamar Have What it Takes to Win as Road Underdogs?</h3><h3>Lamar Cardinals Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>The Cardinals improved to 4-5 on the season with a 69-65 road win over Southern Miss on Tuesday. Lamar entered the game as 2-point favorites and covered the spread, while the total points of 134 fell just short of the 137.5 O/U line.</p> 

<p>Lamar led 36-31 at halftime and scored 33 points in the 2nd half, allowing 34 points to Southern Miss.</p><p>Lamar's offense put up 69 points in their last game, shooting 39.4% from the field and 31.8% from beyond the arc. Their effective field goal percentage was 45.5%, and they hit 66.7% of their free throws, going 10 for 15 from the line.</p> <p>Neftali Alvarez led the way with 21 points and 7 assists, shooting 50% overall despite hitting just 1 of 6 from three. Alexis Marmolejos added 20 points, connecting on 3 of 7 from deep, while Cody Pennebaker hit 3 of 5 from three, finishing with 16 points on 60% shooting.</p><p>Despite giving up 15 offensive rebounds, Lamar held their opponent to 65 points on 42% shooting from the field. The Cardinals were particularly effective in defending the three-point line, where they limited their opponent to just 2 made threes on 13 attempts, a 15% success rate.</p> <p>Inside the arc, Lamar's opponent shot 50%, converting 22 of 44 two-point attempts. The Cardinals also sent their opponent to the free-throw line 25 times, where they made 15, shooting 60%.</p><h3>Will Texas Tech Make it Happen at Home?</h3><p>Texas Tech improved to 8-2 on the season with an 86-50 win over Oral Roberts on Monday. The Red Raiders, who were -27.5 point favorites, covered the spread in the victory.</p> <p>Tech led 41-19 at halftime and added 45 points in the 2nd half while allowing 31. The total points for the game were 136, which was under the O/U line of 148.5.</p><p>Texas Tech put up 86 points in their last game, shooting 53.1% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 60.9%. They were dominant inside, hitting 68.6% of their two-point attempts, while connecting on 34.5% from beyond the arc.</p> <p>The Red Raiders dished out 26 assists, with Federiko Federiko and Chance McMillian each contributing 5. Federiko also grabbed 12 rebounds and scored 23 points, shooting 11/13 from the field. McMillian added 20 points, hitting 3 of 4 from deep and shooting 88.9% overall.</p><p>Despite giving up 50 points, Texas Tech's defense struggled, allowing the opponent to shoot 53% from the field. The Red Raiders couldn't contain the two-point attack, with the other team hitting 68% of their shots inside the arc.</p> <p>From three-point range, Texas Tech's defense allowed 10 threes on 29 attempts, a 34% shooting rate. They also sent the opponent to the free-throw line 13 times, where they made 8, shooting 61%. The Red Raiders gave up 13 offensive rebounds.</p>

Lamar Cardinals vs Texas Tech Red Raiders NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 12/21/24

<p>This week three non-conference matchup between the Toledo Rockets and Mississippi State Bulldogs is set for Saturday, September 14th, at 7:30 ET. Mississippi State is the -11.5 point favorite at home in Davis Wade Stadium in Starkville. The game can be seen on ESNU, and the over/under line is currently 59.5 points. Toledo enters the game 2-0, while Mississippi State is 1-1 on the season.</p><h3>TOLEDO ROCKETS VS MISSISSIPPI STATE BULLDOGS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Toledo Rockets +11.5</p><p>This game will be played at Davis Wade Stadium at 7:30 ET on Saturday, September 14th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE TOLEDO ROCKETS:</h3><ul><li>We have the Mississippi State Bulldogs winning this one by a score of 36 to 28</li><li>Even though we like the Mississippi State Bulldogs to win, our ATS pick is to take the Toledo Rockets at +11.5</li><li>Look for this game to go over the line of 59.5 points</li></ul><h3>Will The Toledo Rockets Pull Off An Upset As Road Underdogs</h3><p>Toledo improved to 2-0 on the season after a 38-23 win over UMass. The Rockets were -17.5 point favorites but ended up failing to cover the spread. The over/under line was set at 51.5 points, and the game's combined score of 61 points surpassed this total.</p> <p></p><p>After taking an early 7-0 lead, Toledo found themselves trailing 17-13 at halftime. The Rockets outscored UMass 7-3 in the third quarter and then exploded for 14 points in the fourth quarter while holding UMass to just 7 points to secure the win.</p><p>Quarterback Tucker Gleason led Toledo's offense in their 38-23 win, throwing for 175 yards and three touchdowns. His passer rating for the game was 102.36, and his leading receiver was Junior Vandeross III, who caught three passes for 115 yards and a touchdown.</p> 
<p>Toledo's offense totaled 267 yards, with 92 yards coming on the ground. Gleason also contributed 34 yards rushing, the most on the team, on three carries.</p><p>Looking at Toledo's defensive performance in their 38-23 win over UMass, they allowed 384 total yards. UMass found success through the air, throwing for 259 yards and a touchdown on 26 completions. Toledo's secondary did come up with an interception. On the ground, the Rockets gave up 125 yards and one rushing touchdown.</p><h3>Are The Mississippi State Bulldogs Going To Defend Home Field Advantage?</h3><p>Mississippi State is looking to bounce back after a 30-23 road loss to Arizona State. The Bulldogs, who were +6 point underdogs, not only fell short of the upset but also failed to cover the spread. This game's over/under was set at 58 points, but the teams combined for just 53 points, resulting in an under. Mississippi State is now 1-1 for the season.</p><p></p><p>After falling behind 10-0 in the first quarter, the Bulldogs were outscored 17-3 in the second quarter, putting them at a 27-3 deficit at halftime. Mississippi State managed to outscore Arizona State 7-3 in the third quarter and added 13 unanswered points in the fourth, but it wasn't enough to complete the comeback.</p><p>Mississippi State's offense put up 298 yards in their 30-23 loss to Arizona State, with 268 of those yards coming through the air. Blake Shapen completed 64.3% of his passes for 268 yards, throwing two touchdowns and finishing with a passer rating of 119.35. Kevin Coleman Jr. was the top receiver, hauling in four catches for 103 yards.</p>
<p>The Bulldogs managed to convert 18 first downs but struggled to establish the run, finishing with just 30 rushing yards on 26 attempts. Keyvone Lee led the ground game with 35 yards on nine carries and scored one of Mississippi State's two touchdowns through the air.</p><p>Mississippi State's defense will be looking to bounce back after giving up 359 rushing yards and 428 total yards in their last game. Arizona State's ground game was particularly effective, averaging 6.6 yards per carry and finding the end zone twice. The Bulldogs also struggled to get off the field, allowing 26 first downs. However, they were more successful against the pass, limiting Arizona State to just 69 yards through the air on 10 completions.</p>

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