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<p>The Flames and Wildcats are set to face off at 7:00 ET on BTN. The Wildcats will host the game at Welsh-Ryan Arena in Evanston, IL. This non-conference matchup has an over/under of 142.5 points, and Northwestern is favored by -15 vs. UIC.</p><h3>UIC FLAMES VS NORTHWESTERN WILDCATS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: UIC Flames +15</p><p>This game will be played at Welsh-Ryan Arena at 7:00 ET on Tuesday, November 12th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE UIC FLAMES:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 77-70 in favor of the Wildcats.</li><li>Even though we have Northwestern winning straight-up, we like UIC at +15.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 142.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 147 points.</li></ul><h3>Can the Flames Lock in a Win at Evanston?</h3><h3>UIC Flames Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>UIC pulled off a 91-79 win over Yale on Friday, November 8th, at home. Entering the game as +6.5 point underdogs, the Flames not only won but also covered the spread.</p> 

<p>After trailing 41-34 at halftime, UIC turned things around by scoring 57 points in the 2nd half while holding Yale to 38. The game’s total points reached 170, surpassing the over/under line of 138.5.</p><p>UIC's offense put up 91 points in their last game, shooting 45.6% from the field and 37.5% from beyond the arc, with an effective field goal percentage of 54.4%. They also connected on 73.9% of their free throws, going 17-for-23 from the line. The Flames dished out 16 assists and grabbed 12 offensive rebounds.</p> <p>John Poulakidas led the way with 21 points, despite shooting just 35.3% overall. Tyem Freeman added 19 points, hitting 5 of 9 threes at a 55.6% clip. Yassine Gharram and Sasa Ciani both contributed 13 points, with Gharram shooting 83.3% from the field and pulling down 10 rebounds, while Ciani grabbed 11 boards.</p><p>UIC Flames gave up 79 points in their last game, with the opposing team shooting 45% from the field on 31 of 68 attempts. Inside the arc, the Flames allowed 52% shooting, as the other team went 19 for 36 on two-point shots.</p> <p>From three-point range, UIC's defense saw the other team hit 12 of 32 attempts, good for 37%. The Flames also sent the other team to the free-throw line 23 times, where they converted 17 free throws, shooting 73%. UIC allowed 12 offensive rebounds in the game.</p><h3>Can Northwestern Secure a Home Victory?</h3><h3>Northwestern Wildcats Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Northwestern dropped their season opener on Saturday, falling 71-66 to Dayton. The Wildcats were +4.5 point underdogs going into the game and didn’t cover the spread. The total points for the game were 137, just over the pregame line of 135.5.</p> 

<p>Northwestern led 32-24 at halftime but struggled in the second half, allowing 47 points while scoring 34. The Wildcats will need to tighten up their defense as they look to bounce back in their next game.</p><p>Northwestern's offense put up 66 points in their last game, shooting 44.6% from the field. Their effective field goal percentage was 50%, with a strong 55.6% from two-point range, but they struggled from beyond the arc, hitting just 25% (5/20) of their threes. At the free-throw line, they were efficient, making 84.6% (11/13) of their attempts.</p> <p>Nick Martinelli was the standout performer, scoring 32 points and grabbing 14 rebounds, shooting 75% overall and hitting all 3 of his three-point attempts. Nate Santos and Enoch Cheeks each added 16 points, with Santos shooting 75% from three (3/4) and Cheeks connecting on 40% (2/5) of his attempts from deep.</p><p>Northwestern's defense struggled in their last game, giving up 71 points on 52% shooting from the field. They allowed the opposing team to hit 64% of their two-point attempts, with 16 made shots inside the arc.</p> <p>From three-point range, Northwestern's opponents shot 38%, connecting on 8 of 21 attempts. The Wildcats also sent them to the free-throw line 25 times, where they made 15 free throws, shooting 60%. Northwestern did limit second-chance points, allowing just 3 offensive rebounds.</p>

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<p>The Gauchos and Lobos are set to face off at 9:00 ET on MWN. The Lobos will host the game at The Pit in Albuquerque, NM. The odds for this non-conference game currently have the Lobos as the betting favorite with the over/under line sitting at 158 points.</p><h3>UC SANTA BARBARA GAUCHOS VS NEW MEXICO LOBOS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: UC Santa Barbara Gauchos +12.5</p><p>This game will be played at The Pit at 9:00 ET on Wednesday, December 6th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE UC SANTA BARBARA GAUCHOS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 74-70 in favor of the Lobos.</li><li>Even though we have New Mexico winning straight-up, we like UC Santa Barbara at +12.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 158 points, and we like the under with a projected 144 points.</li></ul><h3>Can UC Santa Barbara Lock in a Road Win?</h3><p>In today's game against New Mexico, UC Santa Barbara, who has a 4-2 record this season, will look to improve their road record which currently stands at 1-2 over their previous three road games including last year. As of now, UC Santa Barbara has a subpar ATS record of 1-3-1. In terms of road games, the Gauchos are 1-1 vs. the spread, while at home they are 0-2-1.</p><p>Through six games, UC Santa Barbara has an over/under record of 3-2-0 with their games averaging a combined 150.8 points per game so far. The Gauchos' have recorded an over/under record of 0-2 in their last three games, with their games averaging 143 points per game.</p><p>The UC Santa Barbara offense is coming off a game in which they scored 70 points vs. Northern Arizona. Overall their field goal percentage was 47.2% while connecting on 5 threes. One area that the UC Santa Barbara offense has been good this season is getting to the line. Currently, they are 144th in free-throw attempts per contest. Overall, they have a field goal percentage of 53%.</p><p>Coming into today's game, the UC Santa Barbara defense is giving up an average of 74.3 points per contest. In today's game, the UC Santa Barbara defense will be looking to once again do a good job defending the three-point line, as they gave up just 5 three-pointers while giving up 59 points.</p><h3>Can New Mexico Live Up to the Hype at Home?</h3><p>New Mexico has a record of 7-1 through eight games. In their previous ten home games, which includes last year, they have a 7-3 record. Against the spread, New Mexico holds a solid 6-2 record this season. This includes a 2-1 mark on the road and an impressive 4-1 mark at home.</p><p>So far, New Mexico's games have averaged 153.6 points per game with the average over/under line being 152.8 points. When analyzing the Lobos' last five games, they have produced a combined average of 157 points per game and an over/under record of 3-2.</p><p>In their latest game, New Mexico's offense looked good, scoring 106 points against New Mexico State. They recorded an overall field goal percentage of 60.4% and made 28/41 free throws. The team's top scorer is Donovan Dent, who enters today's matchup with an average of 16.4, while JT Toppin also carries a PPG average of 12.2 into the game.</p><p>New Mexico's defense has been playing well, ranking 92nd nationally, with 68.1 points allowed per game. In terms of field goal percentage allowed, New Mexico's defense has allowed opponents to shoot 40.0% from the field, including a three-point shooting percentage allowed of 32.0% this season.</p>

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