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<p>Don't miss out on the NHL showdown between the Blues and Islanders. The game is starting at 7:30 ET on ESPN+, and it's hosted by the Islanders at UBS Arena in Elmont, NY. Get ready to place your bets! The over/under goal line for this matchup is currently at 5.5 goals, and the Islanders are favored by -1.5 vs. the Blues.</p><h3>ST. LOUIS BLUES VS NEW YORK ISLANDERS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: New York Islanders -1.5</p><p>This game will be played at UBS Arena at 7:30 ET on Saturday, November 23rd.</p><h3>WHY BET THE NEW YORK ISLANDERS:</h3><ul><li>With a 1.5-goal advantage on the spread, our projections favor the Islanders to secure a 4-3 victory.</li><li>Take the Islanders on the moneyline</li><li>On the spread, we like Blues (+1.5)</li></ul><h3>Are the Blues Ready for a Win at Elmont?</h3><p>With a 4-2 win over the Maple Leafs, the Blues moved to 9-11-1 on the season. St. Louis covered the puck line as underdogs, and the total of 6 goals matched the pre-game line.</p> 

<p>After trailing 1-0 in the first period, the Blues scored three straight goals before Toronto added another. Pavel Buchnevich sealed the win with an empty-net goal at 19:21 in the third period.</p><p>Colton Parayko led the way for the Blues with two goals, including his second and third of the season. He also added his fifth assist on Pavel Buchnevich’s fourth goal, which came on an empty net with 39 seconds left in the game. Jordan Kyrou contributed with his third goal of the season.</p> <p>St. Louis was held scoreless in the first period before netting three goals in the second. The Blues took 24 shots on goal and recorded 14 giveaways.</p><p>Defensively, the Blues allowed the first goal just 5:25 into the first period and another late in the third, but they held Toronto scoreless from the 14:35 mark of the first until 13:52 in the third. Jordan Binnington made 35 saves with a 94.6% save percentage, and the Blues' defense added 17 blocks and 3 takeaways.</p><h3>Can the Islanders Deliver Being Favored at Home?</h3><p>With a 5-2 loss to the Rangers, the Islanders are now 7-8-5 this season. The total for the game was set at 6 goals, and the combined 7 goals went over that line. The Islanders, as the underdog on the puck line, failed to cover.</p> 

<p>The Rangers took the lead early, scoring at 16:16 in the first period. The Islanders didn’t score until the second period, when Casey Cizikas found the net at 15:22. Brock Nelson added another goal for the Islanders with just 8 seconds left in the second period.</p><p>The Islanders took 37 shots on goal but only managed to score twice in their 5-2 loss to the Rangers. Casey Cizikas netted his first goal of the season, while Brock Nelson added his fifth goal, just 8 seconds before the end of the second period.</p> <p>New York recorded 23 giveaways and failed to convert on any of their power play opportunities. Pierre Engvall picked up his first assist of the season on Cizikas' goal, and Simon Holmstrom earned his fourth assist.</p><p>The Islanders' defense gave up an early goal just 3:44 into the first period and then two more in the third, leading to a 5-2 loss to the Rangers. Ilya Sorokin made 35 saves with an 89.7% save percentage, and the Islanders' defense finished with 12 takeaways and 17 hits.</p>

St. Louis Blues vs New York Islanders Betting Pick & Prediction 11/23/24

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<p>The Catamounts and Huskies are set to face off at 7:00 ET on FloH. The Huskies will host the game at Matthews Arena in Boston, MA. The Catamounts are the favored team in this non-conference contest against the Huskies. The game's over/under currently sits at 139 points.</p><h3>VERMONT CATAMOUNTS VS NORTHEASTERN HUSKIES BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Northeastern Huskies +2.5</p><p>This game will be played at Matthews Arena at 7:00 ET on Wednesday, December 6th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE NORTHEASTERN HUSKIES:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 73-69 in favor of the Huskies.</li><li>Not only will Northeastern pick up the win, but look for them to cover at +2.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 139 points, and we like the over with a projected 142 points.</li></ul><h3>Can Vermont Grab a Win on the Road?</h3><p>Vermont is about to play their 10th game of the season and currently have a record of 7-2. When playing away, the Catamounts have a 1-2 record, while they have a perfect 4-0 record at home. Vermont has a subpar ATS record, sitting at 2-5. In their previous five games, the team is winless against the spread at 0-4.</p><p>Looking at their over/under performance through nine games, Vermont has an over/under record of 2-5-0, with their games averaging 133.4 points per game on average. Over the course of the last five games, the Catamounts' games have averaged 138 points per game, along with an over/under record of 1-3.</p><p>In their recent matchup, the Vermont offense ended with 66 points against Yale. They finished with an overall field goal percentage of 37.9% and made 10 threes. TJ Long led the scoring for the Catamounts, contributing 23 points. Additionally, Shamir Bogues chipped in with 14 points.</p><p>So far, the Catamounts' defense is ranked 17th in the country at 61.4 points per contest. So far, the Vermont defense is giving up an average of 7.0 offensive rebounds per game and are turning teams over 8.3 times per game (236th).</p><h3>Can the Huskies Pull the Upset at Home?</h3><p>Northeastern enters their 10th game of the season with a 4-5 record. Looking back at their previous five home games, including those from last year, Northeastern has a 4-1 record. Northeastern has a winning record against the spread, sitting at 5-4. In their previous five games, they are 3-2 vs. the spread.</p><p>Northeastern comes in with an over/under record of 8-1-0 through nine games, with their games averaging a combined 150.6 points per game so far. The Huskies have seen their last five games conclude with a collective average of 156 points per game and an over/under record of 5-0.</p><p>Northeastern is fresh off a strong offensive showing, putting up 81 points versus Old Dominion. This output is higher than their season-average of 74.6 points per game. Leading Northeastern in scoring vs. Old Dominion was Luka Sakota with his 18 points. Jared Turner also added 14 points for the Huskies.</p><p>So far, the Huskies' defense is ranked 195th in the country at 76.0 points per contest. In terms of field goal percentage allowed, Northeastern's defense has allowed opponents to shoot 48.1% from the field, including a three-point shooting percentage allowed of 35.3% this season.</p>

Vermont Catamounts vs Northeastern Huskies Betting Pick & Prediction 12/6/23

<p>The Broncos are favored on the road as they take on the Raiders at 4:05 ET on Sunday, November 24th at Allegiant Stadium in Las Vegas. The Raiders are +197 on the money line, while the Broncos are -238. Denver is -5.5 on the point spread, and the over/under line is at 41.5 points. You can catch this week 12 AFC West matchup on CBS.</p><h3>DENVER BRONCOS VS LAS VEGAS RAIDERS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Denver Broncos -5.5</p><p>This game will be played at Allegiant Stadium at 4:05 ET on Sunday, November 24th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE DENVER BRONCOS:</h3><ul><li>We have the Broncos winning this one by a score of 27 to 20</li><li>Not only do we have the Broncos winning straight-up, we have them covering the spread at -5.5</li><li>Look for this game to go over the line of 41.5 points</li></ul><h3>Will The Broncos Win As Road Favorites?</h3><p>Denver improved to 6-5 with a dominant 38-6 win over the Falcons in week 11. The Broncos were favored by 2 points and easily covered the spread, snapping a two-game losing streak. Before that, they had dropped back-to-back games, including a 16-14 loss to the Chiefs in week 10, where they managed to cover the 7-point spread. In week 9, they were blown out 41-10 by the Ravens.</p> <p>Heading into week 12, our projections give the Broncos a 50.7% chance of making the playoffs. They rank 23rd in our NFL power rankings and have an average scoring margin of +4.7 points per game. Denver is 8-3 against the spread this season, including a 4-0 record as the favorite.</p><p>Heading into week 12, the Broncos sit 27th in our offensive power rankings. They rank 19th in the NFL in scoring, averaging 21.4 points per game, and are 23rd in passing yards per game with 196.5, despite ranking 11th in pass attempts. On the ground, Denver is 20th in rushing yards per game, averaging 116 on 26.8 attempts per game. They rank 19th in 3rd-down conversions and 21st in red zone conversion percentage, despite being 7th in red zone attempts.</p> <p>Bo Nix is coming off a strong performance in week 11, throwing for 307 yards and 4 touchdowns on 28/33 passing, with a passer rating of 145. Courtland Sutton led the team with 7 catches for 78 yards, while Javonte Williams rushed for 59 yards on 9 carries. Denver scored in every quarter in week 11 after being shut out in the 2nd half in weeks 9 and 10.</p><p>In their 38-6 win over the Falcons, the Broncos' defense was dominant, allowing just 176 passing yards and 50 rushing yards on 21 attempts. They didn't give up any passing touchdowns and held Atlanta to a 30.8% conversion rate on third down. Denver also came away with four sacks and an interception, while limiting the Falcons to 226 total yards.<p></p>Their defensive front was effective, winning the tackles for loss and quarterback hit differentials, and the secondary limited big plays, with the Falcons averaging only 5.7 yards per pass attempt. The Broncos also held Atlanta to a 64.5% completion percentage on their passes.</p><h3>Are The Raiders Going Win In At Upset At Allegiant Stadium</h3><p>Heading into week 12, the Raiders are looking to snap a six-game losing streak, which includes a 34-19 loss to the Dolphins in week 11. This puts Las Vegas at 2-8 on the season, and they currently sit 26th in our NFL power rankings. Our projections give them just a 0.2% chance of making the playoffs.</p> <p>Against the spread, the Raiders are 4-6, with two straight ATS losses. They were unable to cover as 8-point underdogs against Miami, but they did cover in weeks 7 and 8, despite losing both games. Their O/U record stands at 7-3, with the over hitting in three consecutive games.</p><p>Heading into week 12, the Raiders rank 31st in our offensive power rankings. They are 23rd in the NFL in points per game (18.7) and 30th in yards per game (285). Las Vegas ranks 16th in passing yards per game, despite being 5th in passing attempts. On the ground, they are last in the league in rushing yards per game, with just 75.2, on 21.5 attempts per game.</p> <p>In week 11, Gardner Minshew threw for 282 yards (30/43) and 2 touchdowns, with 1 interception. Brock Bowers had 13 catches for 126 yards and a touchdown, while Jakobi Meyers led the team in rushing with a 20-yard run. The Raiders converted 8 of 14 third downs and scored 1 touchdown in 3 red zone trips.</p><p>In their 34-19 loss to the Dolphins, the Raiders' defense struggled to get off the field, as Miami converted 66.7% of their third down attempts. Las Vegas allowed 271 passing yards on 28 completions, with Miami averaging 7.5 yards per pass attempt and throwing for three touchdowns. The Raiders' defense also allowed Miami to complete 77.8% of their passes.<p></p>Despite the loss, the Raiders did have a couple of sacks and held the Dolphins to 82 rushing yards on 26 attempts (3.2 yards per attempt). Las Vegas also had a positive 6-4 advantage in tackles for loss in the game.</p>

Denver Broncos vs Las Vegas Raiders Betting Pick & Prediction 11/24/24

<p>Looking to win big? The Bobcats and Blue Raiders face off at 12:00 ET on ESPNU. The Blue Raiders are hosting the game at The HTC Center in Conway, SC. Ohio is the -1.5 point favorites in this non-conference matchup against Middle Tennessee. The over/under for the game is set at 147.5 points.</p><h3>OHIO BOBCATS VS MIDDLE TENNESSEE BLUE RAIDERS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Middle Tennessee Blue Raiders +1.5</p><p>This game will be played at The HTC Center at 12:00 ET on Thursday, November 21st.</p><h3>WHY BET THE MIDDLE TENNESSEE BLUE RAIDERS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 77-69 in favor of the Blue Raiders.</li><li>Not only will Middle Tennessee pick up the win, but look for them to cover at +1.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 147.5 points, and we like the under with a projected 146 points.</li></ul><h3>Are the Bobcats Ready for a Win at Conway?</h3><p>Ohio's season hit a bump with a 94-70 loss to Memphis on Friday. The Bobcats were +12.5 point underdogs going into the game and didn’t cover the spread. The total points for the game reached 164, surpassing the O/U line of 161.</p> <p>Ohio trailed 43-38 at halftime but struggled in the 2nd half, scoring just 32 points while allowing 51. The Bobcats will need to tighten up defensively and find more consistency on offense moving forward.</p><p>Ohio's offense managed 70 points in their last game, shooting just 36.9% from the field. They connected on 12 of 31 three-point attempts, hitting 38.7% from deep, and were nearly perfect from the free-throw line, going 10 of 11 for 90.9%.</p> <p>PJ Haggerty led the way with 23 points, shooting 7 of 10 overall and 4 of 5 from three. Tyrese Hunter added 21 points and 6 assists, also hitting 4 of 5 from beyond the arc.</p><p>Ohio's defense struggled in this one, giving up 94 points on 56% shooting. They allowed 19 two-pointers on 39 attempts, a 48% success rate for the opposing team.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Ohio's defense was even worse, as they gave up 13 threes on 18 attempts, a 72% shooting performance. They also sent the other team to the line 22 times, where they hit 17 free throws (77%).</p><h3>Can Middle Tennessee Lock in a Home Win?</h3><h3>Middle Tennessee Blue Raiders Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Middle Tennessee fell to Murray State 88-67 on Saturday, November 16th. The Blue Raiders were -3 favorites at home but didn’t cover the spread. The total points of 155 exceeded the O/U line of 145.</p> 

<p>Middle Tennessee trailed 44-30 at halftime and couldn’t close the gap in the 2nd half, scoring 37 points while allowing 44.</p><p>Middle Tennessee struggled from beyond the arc in their last game, hitting just 4 of 23 threes for 17.4%, contributing to an overall field goal percentage of 39.1% and an effective field goal percentage of 42.2%. They managed 67 points, with 9 assists and 12 offensive rebounds, while shooting 68.4% from the free-throw line.</p> <p>KyeRon Lindsay was a standout, scoring 27 points on 12 of 16 shooting, adding 8 rebounds and 4 assists. AJ Ferguson was perfect from three, hitting all 4 attempts, while Kamari Lands contributed 19 points despite shooting just 1 of 6 from deep.</p><p>Middle Tennessee's defense gave up 88 points in their last game, with the opposing team shooting 39% from the field. They allowed 21 two-point baskets on 41 attempts, a 51% success rate.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, the opposition shot 17%, hitting 4 of their 23 three-point attempts. Middle Tennessee also sent them to the free-throw line 19 times, where they converted 13 free throws, shooting 68%.</p>

Ohio Bobcats vs Middle Tennessee Blue Raiders NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 11/21/24

A Big West battle in Irvine is the focus for us with today’s spotlight game preview. This is the latest game on the card with Cal Poly and Hawaii canceled and one that looks like a very competitive matchup.

UC Santa Barbara has taken the money in the overnight and early-morning betting action against UC Irvine, with a line move from Irvine -1.5 to UCSB -2.5 at <a href="http://bangthebook.com/sportsbooks/betonline"><strong>BetOnline Sportsbook</strong></a>. That is a rather significant side move to cross zero and leave UCSB a clear favorite. The total on the game has fallen a couple of points since open from 136.5 to 134.5.

We’ll head west for this preview on a game that you can find on ESPN+.
<h3><strong><u>UCSB Gauchos</u></strong></h3>
This is the front end of a back-to-back at Irvine for UCSB. Joe Pasternack’s team is off to a rather disjointed 3-1 start. They beat St. Katherine in a lay-up opener to the season and then bested Loyola Marymount by 11, only to lose to Loyola Marymount by five points six days later.

A week after that, UCSB topped Pepperdine with a really nice victory. Now, eight days later, the Gauchos will take the floor again. There is no telling what we’ll get from any of these teams with long layoffs, but UCSB has looked the part offensively in the three games against Division I competition. They’ve scored 1.067, 1.082, and 1.061 points per possession. Defensively, they had a hiccup against Loyola Marymount in the second game, as the Lions shot 28-of-53 from the floor.

This was a pretty good UCSB team last season that split the two meetings with UC Irvine en route to a 10-6 record in Big West play. The Big West Tournament got canceled, but these two teams could very well have been on a crash course in that as well.

Pacific transfer Ajare Sanni was ineligible last season, but he’s able to play this year and he’s 9-of-19 from 3 and 15-of-30 overall from the field to provide some scoring punch alongside fifth-year senior JaQuori McLaughlin. In D-I games, the Gauchos are shooting 42.2% from 3, but there are only three data points there and they’re facing an historically strong defensive team in the Anteaters.
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<h3><strong><u>UC Irvine Anteaters</u></strong></h3>
UC Irvine has finished in the top 20 in effective field goal percentage defense each of the last eight seasons under head coach Russ Turner. They’re been in the top 12 each of the last five years. This is squad that makes a living on the defensive end of the floor. They’ve played seven games to this point, but only five against Division I competition. They’re 3-4 overall and just 1-4 in those games against D-I opponents.

That includes losses to San Diego State and USC, but also losses to Pepperdine and Loyola Marymount. Over the last two games, UC Irvine has held the opposition to .773 and .764 points per possession. They scored 1.226 PPP in the win over San Diego, but just .728 in the loss to Loyola Marymount.

This is a team still finding its way. Maybe a week’s worth of practice over the holidays will help, as UC Irvine also hasn’t played since December 19. Based on the minutes played percentages, Turner is still trying to figure out his rotations, but he’s relied heavily on senior Brad Greene and junior Collin Welp. It also looks as though freshman Dawson Baker will play a big role in the team as well.
<h3><strong><u>Pick &amp; Analysis</u></strong></h3>
The games between these two teams last season finished with 125 and 127 points, so it isn’t a huge surprise to see the total coming down. It would also appear that UCSB is the better team and they play at the slower tempo. Usually the better team controls the tempo. Last year’s games were played to 60 and 68 possessions. I’d expect this one to fall somewhere in the middle, at least in regulation.

Also, with both teams off of a long layoff, I’d be looking for a slower start and a feeling-out process. The first half under is a good look in my opinion, but so is the full-game under.
<h4><strong>Pick: Under 134.5</strong></h4>
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UCSB vs. UC Irvine College Basketball Free Pick & Prediction 12/27/20

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