<p>Looking to win big? The Spartans and Hokies face off at 7:00 ET on ACC. The Hokies are hosting the game at Cassell Coliseum in Blacksburg, VA. This non-conference matchup has an over/under of 150 points, and Virginia Tech is favored by -20.5 vs. USC Upstate.</p><h3>USC UPSTATE SPARTANS VS VIRGINIA TECH HOKIES BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: USC Upstate Spartans +20.5</p><p>This game will be played at Cassell Coliseum at 7:00 ET on Friday, November 8th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE USC UPSTATE SPARTANS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 76-70 in favor of the Hokies.</li><li>Even though we have Virginia Tech winning straight-up, we like USC Upstate at +20.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 150 points, and we like the under with a projected 146 points.</li></ul><h3>Will USC Upstate Shock Everyone at Cassell Coliseum?</h3><p>USC Upstate’s season opener didn’t go as planned, as they fell 97-66 to NC State on Monday. The Spartans were +24 point underdogs going into the game and didn’t cover the spread. The total points for the game ended at 163, going over the pre-game line of 147.</p> <p>USC Upstate trailed 50-35 at halftime and couldn’t close the gap in the 2nd half, scoring 31 points while allowing 47. The Spartans will need to regroup and focus on improving their defense as they move forward.</p><p>USC Upstate struggled offensively in their last game, shooting just 33.3% from the field and 14.3% from beyond the arc, hitting only 3 of 21 three-point attempts. Their effective field goal percentage was 34.9%, but they managed to score 66 points thanks in part to strong free-throw shooting, hitting 21 of 27 attempts for 77.8%.</p> <p>The Spartans grabbed 18 offensive rebounds and dished out just 5 assists. Marcus Hill, Mister Dean, and Breon Pass each scored 14 points, with Pass hitting 2 of 4 threes and Hill shooting 7 of 10 overall. Brandon Huntley-Hatfield also contributed 13 points, connecting on 5 of 6 shots.</p><p>USC Upstate's defense struggled, giving up 97 points on 55% shooting from the field. They allowed 29 two-point baskets on 41 attempts, a 70% success rate for their opponents.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, USC Upstate's opponents hit 9 of 27 threes, shooting 33%. They also sent them to the line 21 times, where they made 12 free throws. USC Upstate gave up 15 offensive rebounds.</p><h3>Can the Hokies Pull Off a Home Win?</h3><p>Virginia Tech opened their season with an 83-60 win over Delaware State on Monday, November 4th. Playing at home, the Hokies entered the game as -18.5 point favorites and covered the spread. The total points for the game ended at 143, just over the 142.5 O/U line.</p> <p>Virginia Tech led 40-32 at halftime and tightened up defensively in the 2nd half, allowing just 28 points while scoring 43 of their own.</p><p>Virginia Tech put up 83 points in their last game, shooting 47.3% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 54.5%. They connected on 63% of their two-point attempts, while hitting just 32.1% from beyond the arc, going 9-for-28 from three-point range.</p> <p>At the free-throw line, the Hokies shot 66.7%, making 22 of 33 attempts. They grabbed 12 offensive rebounds and dished out 21 assists. Martaz Robinson led the way with 30 points, shooting 6-for-10 from the field and 2-for-2 from three-point range.</p><p>Virginia Tech's defense gave up 60 points in their last game, with the opposing team shooting 47% from the field on 26/55 shooting. Inside the arc, the Hokies allowed 63% shooting, with the other team hitting 17 of their 27 two-point attempts.</p> <p>From three-point range, Virginia Tech's defense held the opposition to 32% shooting, as they made 9 of their 28 attempts. The Hokies also sent the other team to the free-throw line 33 times, where they converted 22 free throws for a 66% success rate. Virginia Tech allowed 14 offensive rebounds in the game.</p>

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<p>Looking to win big? The Hawks and Owls face off at 6:00 ET on ESPN+. The Owls are hosting the game at CURE Insurance Arena in Trenton, NJ. The over/under for this game is set at 148.5 points, and Temple is favored by -3 against Monmouth in a non-conference matchup.</p><h3>MONMOUTH HAWKS VS TEMPLE OWLS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Temple Owls -3</p><p>This game will be played at CURE Insurance Arena at 6:00 ET on Friday, November 8th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE TEMPLE OWLS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 79-67 in favor of the Owls.</li><li>Not only will Temple pick up the win, but look for them to cover at -3.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 148.5 points, and we like the under with a projected 146 points.</li></ul><h3>Can the Hawks Offense Score Enough on the Road?</h3><h3>Monmouth Hawks Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>The Hawks faced a tough challenge on Monday, November 4th, as they went on the road to take on Michigan State. Monmouth, who entered the game as +19.5 point underdogs, fell 81-57 to the Spartans.</p> 

<p>Monmouth trailed 38-27 at halftime and struggled to keep pace in the second half, scoring 30 points while allowing 43. The game’s total points ended at 138, just under the 142.5 O/U line.</p><p>Monmouth's offense struggled in their last game, shooting just 27.9% from the field and 26.5% on two-point attempts. They connected on 29.6% from beyond the arc, hitting 8 of 27 threes, and finished with an effective field goal percentage of 34.4%.</p> <p>Jaden Akins led the way with 23 points and 9 rebounds, shooting 66.7% from the field. Abdi Bashir Jr. added 20 points, despite shooting 31.8% overall and 27.3% from three.</p><p>Monmouth's defense struggled, giving up 81 points on 49% shooting. They allowed 62% on two-pointers, with the opponent hitting 27 of 43 attempts.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Monmouth held the opponent to 16% shooting, as they made just 3 of 18 threes. The opponent also went 18/27 from the free-throw line.</p><h3>Are Temple Ready for a Home Win?</h3><h3>Temple Owls Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Temple opened their season with an 81-70 win over Sacred Heart on Monday. Despite being -13.5 favorites, the Owls didn’t cover the spread. The game’s total points reached 151, surpassing the O/U line of 144.5.</p> 

<p>Leading 37-36 at halftime, Temple pulled away in the 2nd half, outscoring Sacred Heart 44-34.</p><p>Temple's offense put up 81 points in their last game, shooting 49.1% from the field and hitting 47.8% from three-point range, making 11 of 23 attempts. Their effective field goal percentage was 58.2%, and they connected on 16 of 23 free throws, good for 69.6%.</p> <p>Jamal Mashburn Jr. led the way with 26 points, shooting 62.5% overall and 71.4% from deep, hitting 5 of 7 threes. Tanner Thomas added 22 points, while Steve Settle III contributed 16 points and 6 assists, also grabbing 7 rebounds.</p><p>Temple's defense struggled in this one, giving up 70 points on 49% shooting from the field. The Owls allowed 27 made baskets on 55 attempts.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Temple gave up 11 threes on 23 attempts, a 47% clip. They also sent the opposing team to the line 23 times, where they converted 16 free throws.</p>

Monmouth Hawks vs Temple Owls NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 11/8/24

<p>The Eagles and Bearcats are set to face off at 7:00 ET on ESPN+. The Bearcats will host the game at Fifth Third Arena in Cincinnati, OH. The odds for this non-conference game currently have Cincinnati as the -28.5 favorite, with the over/under line sitting at 142.5 points.</p><h3>MOREHEAD STATE EAGLES VS CINCINNATI BEARCATS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Morehead State Eagles +28.5</p><p>This game will be played at Fifth Third Arena at 7:00 ET on Friday, November 8th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE MOREHEAD STATE EAGLES:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 79-67 in favor of the Bearcats.</li><li>Even though we have Cincinnati winning straight-up, we like Morehead State at +28.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 142.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 146 points.</li></ul><h3>Will the Eagles Make it Happen in Cincinnati?</h3><p>Morehead State’s season opener didn’t go as planned, as they fell 93-45 to Louisville on Monday. The Eagles were +21.5 point underdogs going into the game, but they failed to cover the spread. The total points for the game ended at 138, which was under the O/U line of 148.</p> <p>Morehead State struggled early, scoring just 14 points in the first half while allowing 41. They managed to put up 31 points in the second half, but their defense gave up 52 points after the break.</p><p>Morehead State's offense struggled mightily in their last game, scoring just 45 points while shooting 23.1% from the field. Their effective field goal percentage was 26.9%, and they hit only 3 of 21 three-point attempts, shooting 14.3% from beyond the arc.</p> <p>They managed 12 offensive rebounds and dished out just 4 assists as a team. Kasean Pryor contributed 18 points and 12 rebounds, shooting 50% from the field, while J'Vonne Hadley added 15 points, hitting 3 of 5 from three-point range.</p><p>Morehead State's defense struggled, giving up 93 points on 45% shooting from the field. They allowed their opponent to shoot 60% on two-pointers, with 21 makes on 35 attempts.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Morehead State's defense gave up 11 threes on 36 attempts, a 30% shooting rate. They also sent their opponent to the free-throw line 28 times, where they hit 18 free throws. Morehead State allowed 14 offensive rebounds.</p><h3>Pressure Builds for Cincinnati as Home Favorites</h3><p>Cincinnati opened their season with a dominant 109-54 win over UAPB on Monday. The Bearcats, who were -36.5 favorites, covered the spread with ease. The total points for the game hit 163, surpassing the O/U line of 152.</p> <p>After leading 55-32 at halftime, Cincinnati continued their strong play in the 2nd half, outscoring UAPB 54-22.</p><p>Cincinnati's offense was firing on all cylinders in their last game, putting up 109 points with a field goal percentage of 58.3% (42/72). They were equally effective from beyond the arc, hitting 50% of their threes (12/24), and their effective field goal percentage was an impressive 66.7%.</p> <p>The Bearcats also dominated on the boards, grabbing 17 offensive rebounds, and dished out 27 assists. Simas Lukosius led the way with 20 points on 8/10 shooting, while Dan Skillings Jr. added 17 points and 11 rebounds. Jizzle James contributed 10 assists to go along with his 12 points.</p><p>Even with Cincinnati's defense giving up 54 points, they allowed their opponent to shoot 58% from the field, including 62% on two-point attempts. From beyond the arc, Cincinnati's opponent hit 12 of 24 threes, good for 50% shooting.</p> <p>Cincinnati also sent their opponent to the free-throw line 23 times, where they converted 13 attempts, shooting 56%. On the boards, Cincinnati gave up 17 offensive rebounds.</p>

Morehead State Eagles vs Cincinnati Bearcats NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 11/8/24

<p>The Knicks are favored by 7.5 points in tonight's Eastern Conference matchup against the Bucks. The over/under line is set at 225.5, and tip-off is scheduled for 7:30 ET at Madison Square Garden. Milwaukee is 2-6 on the season, while New York is 3-4.</p>

<p>MSG will have the television coverage for this game, and the Knicks are -314 on the moneyline. The Bucks are +255 underdogs.</p><h3>MILWAUKEE BUCKS VS NEW YORK KNICKS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Milwaukee Bucks +7.5</p><p>This game will be played at Madison Square Garden at 7:30 ET on Friday, November 8th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE MILWAUKEE BUCKS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 119-115 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 48.3% and knocking down 15 threes.</li></ul><h3>Will Milwaukee Shock Everyone at Madison Square Garden?</h3><p>The Bucks improved to 2-6 on the season with a 123-100 win over the Jazz on Thursday. Milwaukee, playing at home, was favored by 10 points and covered the spread, while the game’s total of 223 points fell short of the 231.5-point line.</p> <p>Milwaukee went on an 11-0 run early, taking the score from 9-7 to 18-9. Although the Jazz outscored the Bucks 32-26 in the 2nd quarter, Milwaukee responded by holding Utah to 16 points in the 3rd and closed out the game by outscoring them 35-23 in the 4th.</p><p>Damian Lillard led the Bucks with 34 points and 7 assists in their win over the Jazz, shooting 54.5% from the field and hitting 4 threes. Giannis Antetokounmpo added 31 points and 16 rebounds, shooting 52.4% from the floor.</p> <p>Milwaukee shot 51.2% overall and 42.9% from three, making 15 threes in the game. Lillard scored 14 points in the 1st quarter and 11 more in the 3rd, while Bobby Portis added 10 of his 19 points in the 4th quarter.</p><p>Despite giving up 61 points in the 1st half, the Bucks tightened up defensively in the 3rd quarter, allowing just 16 points to the Jazz. They also held Utah to 23 points in the 4th, finishing with a strong defensive effort in a 123-100 win. Milwaukee limited the Jazz to 42% shooting from the field.</p> <p>The Bucks struggled to contain Utah from beyond the arc, where the Jazz hit 17 threes at a 41% clip. Milwaukee also sent Utah to the line 18 times, where they made 17 free throws. Defensively, the Bucks recorded 13 steals and 3 blocks.</p><h3>Will the Knicks Secure A Victory as Home Favorites?</h3><p>The Knicks fell to 3-4 on the season after a 121-116 road loss to the Hawks on Wednesday. New York, favored by seven points, not only lost but also failed to cover the spread. The game’s total score of 237 points went over the pre-game line of 226.5 by 10.5 points.</p> <p>New York trailed 26-22 after the 1st quarter but kept pace with a 39-point 2nd quarter. They took a slight edge by outscoring Atlanta 28-24 in the 3rd, but the Hawks pulled away in the 4th, outscoring the Knicks 32-27 to seal the win.</p><p>Karl-Anthony Towns hit 5 threes at 55.6% efficiency, finishing with 34 points and 16 rebounds in the Knicks' 121-116 loss to the Hawks. Jalen Brunson added 21 points and 4 made threes, while Miles McBride contributed 16 points, knocking down 4 threes at 66.7% efficiency.</p> <p>The Knicks connected on 22 threes as a team, shooting 46.8% from beyond the arc and 48.8% overall. Towns scored 12 points in the 4th quarter, while Brunson added 9 of his points in the 3rd.</p><p>Defensively, the Knicks struggled in the 2nd quarter, giving up 39 points, which contributed to their 121-116 loss to the Hawks. However, they tightened up in the 3rd, allowing just 24 points. Overall, New York allowed Atlanta to shoot 45% from the field.</p> <p>The Knicks gave up 15 three-pointers on 39% shooting from deep. They also sent the Hawks to the line 22 times, where they hit 16 free throws. New York finished with 5 steals and 5 blocks.</p>

Milwaukee Bucks vs New York Knicks Betting Pick & Prediction 11/8/24

<p>At 9:00 ET, the Minnesota Timberwolves will host the Portland Trail Blazers in a Western Northwest division matchup. The Timberwolves are favored by 12 points and have a moneyline of -775, while the Blazers are +540. The over/under line is set at 220.5.</p>

<p>This game will be played at the Target Center in Minneapolis and can be seen on KATU.</p><h3>PORTLAND TRAIL BLAZERS VS MINNESOTA TIMBERWOLVES BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Portland Trail Blazers +12</p><p>This game will be played at Target Center at 9:00 ET on Friday, November 8th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE PORTLAND TRAIL BLAZERS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 124-122 in favor of the Trail Blazers.</li><li>Our projections have Anfernee Simons finishing with Anfernee Simons points, 3 rebounds and 5 assists.</li><li>From the field, we have the Trail Blazers finishing with a field goal percentage of 49.0% and knocking down 11 threes.</li></ul><h3>Will the Trail Blazers Win on the Road?</h3><p>The Trail Blazers dropped to 3-6 on the season following a 118-105 road loss to the Spurs on Thursday. Portland entered the game as +4.5 point underdogs and failed to cover the spread. The total score of 223 points exceeded the O/U line of 217.5 by 5.5 points.</p> <p>Portland took a 55-56 lead into the half after outscoring the Spurs 28-23 in the 2nd quarter. However, a rough 3rd quarter saw them outscored 35-24, putting them down 91-79 heading into the 4th. The Blazers couldn’t mount a comeback, as they were edged 27-26 in the final period.</p><p>In the Trail Blazers' 118-105 loss to the Spurs, Jerami Grant and Deandre Ayton each contributed 21 points, with Ayton shooting 66.7% from the field and Grant hitting 60%. Anfernee Simons added 19 points, knocking down 3 threes at 33.3% efficiency.</p> <p>Portland struggled from beyond the arc, making just 9 threes at a 28.1% clip, though they shot 47.7% overall. Ayton was strong early, scoring 9 points in the 1st quarter, while Simons added 7 points in both the 3rd and 4th quarters.</p><p>Defensively, the Trail Blazers had a strong 2nd quarter, giving up just 23 points, but they struggled in the 1st and 3rd quarters, allowing 33 and 35 points, respectively. Overall, Portland gave up 118 points on 53% shooting from the field.</p> <p>Portland also allowed the Spurs to hit 16 threes at a 41% clip. The Spurs went to the line 18 times, converting 14 free throws. The Blazers finished with 27 defensive rebounds, gave up 12 offensive boards, and recorded 7 steals.</p><h3>Are Minnesota Ready for a Home Win?</h3><p>The Timberwolves improved to 5-3 on the season with a 135-119 road win over the Bulls on Thursday. Minnesota, favored by 9.5 points, covered the spread, and the game’s total points of 254.5 exceeded the O/U line of 226.5.</p> <p>After trailing 65-56 at halftime, the Timberwolves turned things around in the 2nd half. They outscored Chicago 34-30 in the 3rd quarter and dominated the 4th, winning it 45-24. A key 12-0 run extended their lead from 106-102 to 118-102.</p><p>Anthony Edwards led the Timberwolves to a win over the Bulls, scoring 33 points and hitting 5 threes at a 55.6% rate. He also added 8 rebounds and 6 assists. Rudy Gobert was highly efficient, shooting 81.8% from the field and contributing 21 points and 9 rebounds.</p> <p>Minnesota shot 54.3% from the field and made 16 threes at a 42.1% clip. Edwards scored 13 points in the 4th quarter, while Gobert added 11. Jaden McDaniels also had a strong game, finishing with 19 points.</p><p>Even with a rough defensive outing, the Timberwolves managed to secure a win, allowing 119 points to the Bulls. Minnesota gave up 34 points in the 1st quarter and 31 in the 2nd, but tightened up a bit in the 4th, holding Chicago to 24 points.</p> <p>The Bulls shot 53% from the field, including 41% from three, where they made 15 threes. Minnesota sent Chicago to the line 15 times, where they hit 10 free throws. The Timberwolves recorded 7 steals and 4 blocks in the game.</p>

Portland Trail Blazers vs Minnesota Timberwolves Betting Pick & Prediction 11/8/24

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<p>Don't miss out on the NCAA showdown between the Jaguars and Colonels. The game is starting at 7:30 ET on None, and it's hosted by the Colonels at Stopher Gymnasium in Thibodaux, LA. Get ready to place your bets! The over/under for this game is set at 150.5 points, and Nicholls is favored by -5.5 against South Alabama in a non-conference matchup.</p><h3>SOUTH ALABAMA JAGUARS VS NICHOLLS COLONELS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Nicholls Colonels -5.5</p><p>This game will be played at Stopher Gymnasium at 7:30 ET on Friday, November 8th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE NICHOLLS COLONELS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 78-70 in favor of the Colonels.</li><li>Not only will Nicholls pick up the win, but look for them to cover at -5.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 150.5 points, and we like the under with a projected 148 points.</li></ul><h3>Do the Jaguars Stand a Chance on the Road?</h3><h3>South Alabama Jaguars Recent Game/Games</h3>

<p>South Alabama dropped their season opener at home, losing 74-70 to Central Michigan on Monday. The Jaguars were favored by 5.5 points but failed to cover the spread. The game’s total points reached 144, exceeding the over/under line of 138.5.</p> 

<p>After trailing 38-23 at halftime, South Alabama mounted a comeback, outscoring Central Michigan 47-36 in the second half. Despite the strong finish, they couldn’t complete the comeback.</p><p>South Alabama's offense put up 70 points in their last game, shooting 52.1% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 62.5%. They were dominant inside, hitting 76.2% of their two-point attempts, while connecting on 33.3% from beyond the arc, going 9-for-27 from three-point range.</p> <p>Myles Corey dished out 11 assists to go with his 20 points, shooting 50% from the field. Judah Brown knocked down 5 threes, shooting 62.5% from deep, and Kyler VanderJagt added 16 points, hitting 3-of-6 from three-point range.</p><p>South Alabama's defense gave up 74 points, with their opponents shooting 47% from the field, connecting on 25 of 53 attempts. Inside the arc, they allowed 16 two-point baskets on 25 tries, a 64% success rate.</p> <p>From three-point range, South Alabama's defense held their opponents to 32%, as they hit 9 of 28 shots. At the free-throw line, their opponents went 11 for 16, shooting 68%. South Alabama also allowed 8 offensive rebounds.</p><h3>Does Nicholls Have What it Takes at Home?</h3><h3>Nicholls Colonels Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>The Colonels dropped their season opener 91-84 to New Mexico on Monday. Despite being +18.5 point underdogs, Nicholls kept the game closer than expected.</p> 

<p>After trailing 48-43 at halftime, the Colonels scored 41 points in the 2nd half but allowed 43. The game’s total points of 175 exceeded the O/U line of 151.5.</p><p>Nicholls put up 84 points in their last game, shooting 41.7% from the field and 40.5% from beyond the arc, hitting 15 threes. Their effective field goal percentage was 52.8%, and they struggled at the free-throw line, shooting just 56.2%.</p> <p>Nelly Junior Joseph led the way with 28 points and 16 rebounds, shooting 60% from the floor. Robert Brown III added 23 points, hitting 6 of 12 threes, while Donovan Dent dished out 11 assists.</p><p>Despite Nicholls giving up 91 points, they held their opponent to just 38% shooting from the field. The Colonels allowed 53% on two-point attempts, with the other team making 24 of 45 shots.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Nicholls limited their opponent to 19% shooting, as they hit only 7 of 36 three-point attempts. The other team also went 22/32 from the free-throw line, shooting 68%. Nicholls gave up 18 offensive rebounds.</p>

South Alabama Jaguars vs Nicholls Colonels NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 11/8/24

<p>Making on a bet on this NCAA game featuring the Highlanders versus the Buccaneers? Tip off is at at 7:00 ET, and you can watch it all unfold on ESPN+. The game will be played at Buccaneer Fieldhouse in Charleston, SC. In this Big South matchup, Radford is favored by -3.5 vs. Charleston Southern. The over/under for the game is 139.5 points.</p><h3>RADFORD HIGHLANDERS VS CHARLESTON SOUTHERN BUCCANEERS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Charleston Southern Buccaneers +3.5</p><p>This game will be played at Buccaneer Fieldhouse at 7:00 ET on Wednesday, February 28th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE CHARLESTON SOUTHERN BUCCANEERS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 75-68 in favor of the Buccaneers.</li><li>Not only will Charleston Southern pick up the win, but look for them to cover at +3.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 139.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 143 points.</li></ul><h3>Can the Highlanders Lock in a Road Win?</h3><p>As the Radford Highlanders prepare to take on the Charleston Southern Buccaneers, they find themselves as the favorites once again. They have been favored in 15 of their 29 games this season, and they have gone 9-6 in those games.</p>

<p>Radford enters this game with an overall record of 15-14, and they have won two straight games. On the road this season, the Highlanders have gone just 5-11, and they have been outscored by an average of 5.5 points per game.</p><p>Radford has an ATS record of 14-13-1 this season, including a mark of 9-7 on the road. As the favorite, the Highlanders are 6-8-1 vs. the spread. Over their last 10 games as the favorite, Radford has gone 4-6 ATS.</p><p>Radford's over/under record this season is 19-8-1, and the average over/under line in their games is 139.9. So far, 14 of their games have had higher over/under lines than today's line of 139.5. In their last three games, the average scoring total is 169 points, and their last three over/under record is 3-0.</p><p>The Radford offense is coming off a game where they scored 88 points against Longwood. They posted a field goal percentage of 56.5% and connected on 13 threes. In terms of offense, the Highlanders have a season-long field goal percentage of 46%, putting them 75th in the NCAA. Regarding three-pointers, they are ranked 37th in percentage and 147th in three-pointers made.</p><p>Currently, the Highlanders' defense holds the 181st rank in the nation, allowing 72.2 points per game. In terms of field goal percentage allowed, Radford's defense has allowed opponents to shoot 45.0% from the field, including a three-point shooting percentage allowed of 32.8% this season.</p><h3>Will the Buccaneers Come Through as Home Underdogs?</h3><p>Charleston Southern is 3-7 at home this season, and they have lost their last two games at home. The Buccaneers are 4-17 as the underdog this season, and they have gone 1-2 in their last three home games. Charleston Southern has an average scoring margin of -6.3 points per game at home, and they are 9-18 overall.</p>

<p>Overall, Charleston Southern has gone 5-9 in Big South games, and they are 4-9 in non-conference games. The Buccaneers are 3-11 on the road this season, and their average scoring margin on the road is -14.9 points per game. In their last game, Charleston Southern lost to High Point by a score of 74-59.</p><p>As the underdog, Charleston Southern has gone 9-12 against the spread this season. Their overall ATS record is 10-13-1. At home, the Buccaneers have an ATS mark of 3-6-1 this year and are just 1-2 vs. the spread in their last three home games.</p><p>Charleston Southern's over/under record for the season sits at 8-14-2 and the average scoring total in their games is 140.5. Today's over/under line of 139.5 is lower than the average OU line in their games this year (143) and their average margin versus the over/under line is -2.5. Over their last three games, the average scoring total is 132 points and their over/under record during this stretch is 0-3.</p><p>In contrast to their season average of 68.5 points per game, the Charleston Southern had a below average performance. They scored 59 points against High Point and had a field goal percentage of 37.9%. RJ Johnson is currently the leading scorer for the team, entering today's matchup with an average of 15.8. Meanwhile, Taje' Kelly also brings a PPG average of 14.1 into the game.</p><p>At this time, the Buccaneers' defense is positioned 241st in the country, permitting 74.9 points per game. In terms of field goal percentage allowed, Charleston Southern's defense has allowed opponents to shoot 46.6% from the field, including a three-point shooting percentage allowed of 29.8% this season.</p>

Radford Highlanders vs Charleston Southern Buccaneers Betting Pick & Prediction 2/28/24

<p>Don't miss out on the NCAA showdown between the Eagles and Horned Frogs. The game is starting at 8:00 ET on None, and it's hosted by the Horned Frogs at Ed and Rae Schollmaier Arena in Fort Worth, TX. Get ready to place your bets! The odds for this non-conference game currently have TCU as the -17.5 favorite, with the over/under line sitting at 146.5 points.</p><h3>FLORIDA GULF COAST EAGLES VS TCU HORNED FROGS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Florida Gulf Coast Eagles +17.5</p><p>This game will be played at Ed and Rae Schollmaier Arena at 8:00 ET on Friday, November 8th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE FLORIDA GULF COAST EAGLES:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 75-71 in favor of the Horned Frogs.</li><li>Even though we have TCU winning straight-up, we like Florida Gulf Coast at +17.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 146.5 points, and we like the under with a projected 146 points.</li></ul><h3>Is a Win at Fort Worth Possible for the Eagles?</h3><h3>Florida Gulf Coast Eagles Recent Game/Games</h3>

<p>Florida Gulf Coast dropped their season opener on Monday, falling 73-64 to UNCG on the road. The Eagles entered the game as +5.5 point underdogs and failed to cover the spread. The total points for the game ended at 137, just over the pre-game O/U line of 135.</p> 

<p>FGCU found themselves in a 44-30 hole at halftime but showed resilience in the second half, outscoring UNCG 34-29. While they tightened up defensively, the Eagles couldn’t overcome the early deficit.</p><p>Florida Gulf Coast managed just 64 points in their latest game, shooting 39.7% from the field and 30% from beyond the arc, hitting 9 of 30 threes. Their effective field goal percentage was 48.3%, with a 50% success rate on two-point attempts.</p> <p>Donovan Atwell and Kenyon Giles each contributed 17 points, with Atwell hitting 4 of 8 threes and Giles connecting on 5 of 11. Keeshawn Kellman added 15 points, shooting 75% from the field and making his only three-point attempt.</p><p>Florida Gulf Coast's defense held their opponent to 73 points on 36% shooting from the field, including 33% from two-point range (10/30). However, they allowed 12 three-pointers on 31 attempts, with the opposition shooting 38% from beyond the arc.</p> <p>At the free-throw line, Florida Gulf Coast's opponent shot 85%, making 17 of 20 attempts. The Eagles also gave up 12 offensive rebounds in the game.</p><h3>Can the Horned Frogs Pull Off a Home Win?</h3><p>TCU opened their season with a dominant 105-59 win over Florida A&M on Monday. Playing at home, the Horned Frogs were heavy favorites at -27.5 and covered the spread comfortably. The game’s total points of 164 exceeded the over/under line of 146.</p> <p>TCU took control early, leading 59-22 at halftime. They added another 46 points in the second half while allowing 37 points to the Rattlers.</p><p>TCU's offense was firing on all cylinders in their last game, putting up 105 points while shooting 54.7% from the field. Their effective field goal percentage was an impressive 64%, thanks in part to hitting 14 of 30 from beyond the arc (46.7%) and shooting 60% on two-point attempts.</p> <p>The Horned Frogs dished out 29 assists and grabbed 15 offensive rebounds. Vasean Allette led the way with 20 points on 9-of-13 shooting, while Frankie Collins contributed 14 points, 7 rebounds, and 5 assists. Jace Posey knocked down 3 of 4 threes, finishing with 11 points.</p><p>Despite TCU's defensive struggles, they managed to hold their opponent to 59 points. The Horned Frogs allowed a 54% shooting performance, with the other team hitting 41 of their 75 shots.</p> <p>TCU gave up 27 two-pointers on 45 attempts (60%) and 14 threes on 30 attempts (46%). They also sent their opponent to the line 16 times, where they made 9 free throws (56%).</p>

Florida Gulf Coast Eagles vs TCU Horned Frogs NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 11/8/24

<p>Looking to win big? The Lightning and Wild face off at 8:00 ET on ESPN+. The Wild are hosting the game at Xcel Energy Center in St. Paul, MN. The Lightning come into this non-conference matchup as the betting favorite. The over/under line currently sits at 6 goals.</p><h3>TAMPA BAY LIGHTNING VS MINNESOTA WILD BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Minnesota Wild +1.5</p><p>This game will be played at Xcel Energy Center at 8:00 ET on Thursday, January 4th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE MINNESOTA WILD:</h3><ul><li>In spite of being 1.5 goal underdogs, we anticipate the Wild winning this one 4-3.</li><li>We like the Wild on the moneyline (+111)</li><li>The Wild are also our pick on the spread at +1.5</li></ul><h3>Do the Lightning Have a Shot at a Road Win?</h3><p>Through 39 games, the Lightning have achieved an overall record of 18-16-5. When on the road, Tampa Bay holds a 7-11-2 record, while they are 11-5-3 when playing at home. At the moment, they hold the 4th spot in the Eastern Atlantic division and are ranked 10th in the Eastern conference.</p><p>In terms of the puck line, Tampa Bay posted a 18-21 record. On the road they are 7-13 against the puck line, while their overall home performance is 11-8. This season, Tampa Bay's games have an average of 6.7 goals per game. The average over/under number for the season is 6.5. The Lightning come in with an over/under performance of 17-18-4.</p><p>Across the Lightning last three road games, the team averaged 2 goals per game while allowing 3. Their record vs the puck line in these contests was 0-3, while going 1-2 straight-up.</p><p>When looking at their offense, the Lightning have an average of 3.2 goals per game this season, positioning themselves 7th in the NHL. In terms of shots on goal per game, they are ranked 10th in the league. Coming into the game, the Lightning have 11-11 record when they have more shots on goal than their opponent. When they have fewer shots on goal, they are 7-5.</p><p>Tampa Bay's current leading scorer is Nikita Kucherov. This season, he has 27 goals, which puts him 2nd in the NHL. In addition to his goal scoring, Kucherov has 36 assists this season.</p><p>In terms of defense, the Wild head into the game ranked 20th in goals allowed. On average, opponents are taking 30.2 shots per game against Minnesota. So far, they are 19th in shutouts, achieving 2 shutouts.</p><p>Entering the game, goalie Andrei Vasilevskiy has started 16 games this season. His current record stands at 8-8, and his save percentage is 0.6078431372549019%.</p><h3>Do the Wild Have What it Takes to Win as Home Underdogs?</h3><p>As they head into their game vs. the Lightning, the Wild have a 16-16-4 record thus far. While playing at home, their record stands at 10-6-2, and they have 6-10-2 mark on the road. At the moment, they hold the 7th spot in the Western Central division and are ranked 13th in the Western conference.</p><p>Regarding the puck line, Minnesota comes in with a 20-16 record. On the road against the puck line, they are 11-7, while their home record is 9-9. On average, Minnesota's games have finished with 6.3 goals per game. The season's average over/under line stands at 6.3. In total, the Wild come in with an over/under record of 17-16-3.</p><p>When looking at their past three home matchups, Minnesota has an puck line record of 2-1 while averaging 3 per game. The team went 1-2 overall in these games.</p><p>The Wild come into the game scoring an average of 3 goals per game, putting them 25th in the NHL. Regarding shots targeted at the goal per game, they are 24th in the league. Looking at how the Wild's offense is performing during power plays, they are 22nd in power play goals and 27th in shorthanded goals.</p><p>Minnesota's leading scorer is Joel Eriksson Ek. So far, he has 15 goals which is 39th in the NHL. Eriksson Ek also comes into the game with 10 assists.</p><p>Minnesota defense takes on the Lightning ranked 20th in goals allowed. On average, opponents are averaging 30.2 shots per game against Minnesota. They alsso are 19th in shutouts, with 2 shutouts.</p><p>Goalie Marc-Andre Fleury comes into the game having made 14 starts this season. So far, his record is 6-7 and he has a save percentage of 0.5980392156862745%.</p>

Tampa Bay Lightning vs Minnesota Wild Betting Pick & Prediction 1/4/24

<p>The Tar Heels and Jayhawks are set to face off at 7:00 ET on ESPN2. The Jayhawks will host the game at Allen Fieldhouse in Lawrence, KS. The over/under line for this matchup is currently at 158.5 points, and Kansas is favored by -7.5 at home against North Carolina.</p><h3>NORTH CAROLINA TAR HEELS VS KANSAS JAYHAWKS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: North Carolina Tar Heels +7.5</p><p>This game will be played at Allen Fieldhouse at 7:00 ET on Friday, November 8th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE NORTH CAROLINA TAR HEELS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 75-71 in favor of the Jayhawks.</li><li>Even though we have Kansas winning straight-up, we like North Carolina at +7.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 158.5 points, and we like the under with a projected 146 points.</li></ul><h3>Can North Carolina Lock in a Road Win?</h3><h3>North Carolina Tar Heels Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>North Carolina opened their season with a 90-76 home win over Elon on Monday, November 4th. The Tar Heels were -28.5 point favorites, but they didn’t cover the spread. The game’s total points reached 166, surpassing the O/U line of 152.5.</p> 

<p>UNC led 51-39 at halftime and added 39 points in the 2nd half while allowing 37 points to Elon.</p><p>North Carolina put up 90 points in their last game, shooting 40.5% from the field and 41.9% from beyond the arc, hitting 13 threes. Their effective field goal percentage was 48.1%, and they were strong at the free-throw line, making 81.2% of their attempts.</p> <p>RJ Davis led the way with 24 points and 7 assists, despite shooting just 36.8% overall and 27.3% from three. Elliot Cadeau contributed 17 points and 8 assists, hitting 3 of 4 from deep. Nick Dorn also added 17 points, connecting on 5 of 10 three-point attempts.</p><p>North Carolina's defense gave up 76 points, with their opponents shooting 40% from the field, hitting 32 of 80 attempts. Inside the arc, they held their opponents to 39% shooting, with 19 makes on 48 attempts.</p> <p>From three-point range, North Carolina allowed 13 threes on 32 attempts, a 40% clip. They also sent their opponents to the line 16 times, where they converted 13 free throws, shooting 81%. North Carolina gave up 18 offensive rebounds.</p><h3>Is a Home Win Possible for Kansas?</h3><p>Kansas opened their season with an 87-57 win over Howard on Monday, November 4th. Playing at home, the Jayhawks were -27.5 point favorites going into the game and covered the spread with the 30-point victory. The total points for the game were 144, falling short of the 155.5 O/U line.</p> <p>Kansas dominated the first half, leading 46-19 at the break. In the second half, they scored 41 points but allowed Howard to put up 38 points, an area they’ll likely look to tighten up moving forward.</p><p>Kansas put up 87 points in their last game, shooting 59.3% from the field and 50% from three-point range, hitting 11 of 22 attempts. Their effective field goal percentage was an impressive 70.4%, with a strong 65.6% shooting on two-point attempts.</p> <p>Zeke Mayo led the way with 19 points, hitting 5 of 8 threes, while Blake Harper and Hunter Dickinson each added 16 points. Flory Bidunga was perfect from the field, going 6 for 6 and grabbing 8 rebounds in just 17 minutes.</p><p>Despite Kansas allowing 57 points, their opponent shot 60% from the field, connecting on 32 of 53 attempts. Inside the arc, they were even more efficient, hitting 67% of their two-point shots, going 21/31.</p> <p>From three-point range, Kansas's opponent shot 50%, making 11 of 22 attempts. They also went to the line 16 times, converting 12 free throws for a 75% rate. Kansas gave up 5 offensive rebounds.</p>

North Carolina Tar Heels vs Kansas Jayhawks NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 11/8/24

<p>Planning on watching today's Bulldogs and Eagles game? Catch the action at Silvio Conte Forum in Chestnut Hill, MA, as the Eagles hosts this showdown at 8:00 ET on ACC. The over/under for this non-conference contest is set at 136.5 points, with Boston College being favored by -16.5 over Citadel.</p><h3>CITADEL BULLDOGS VS BOSTON COLLEGE EAGLES BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Citadel Bulldogs +16.5</p><p>This game will be played at Silvio Conte Forum at 8:00 ET on Monday, November 4th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE CITADEL BULLDOGS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 79-68 in favor of the Eagles.</li><li>Even though we have Boston College winning straight-up, we like Citadel at +16.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 136.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 147 points.</li></ul><h3>Can the Bulldogs Grab a Win in Chestnut Hill?</h3><h3>Citadel Bulldogs Records</h3> 

<p>Last season, the Citadel Bulldogs finished with an 8-21 overall record, including a 3-16 mark in Southern Conference play. At home, they posted a 6-7 record, with an average scoring margin of +0.5 points per game. On the road, they went 2-14, losing by an average of 6.9 points per game.</p> 

<p>Against the spread, Citadel was 12-17, with a 7-9 record in road games and a 5-8 mark at home. As the favorite, they went 6-1 straight-up and 5-2 ATS. As the underdog, they were 2-20 straight-up and 7-15 ATS. Their average over/under line was 140.4 points, and they had a 13-14-2 O/U record, with their games averaging 140.8 points per game.</p><p>Last season, the Bulldogs averaged 70.6 points per game, ranking 228th in possessions per game with 62.7. They shot 46% from the field, placing 131st, and had an effective field goal percentage of 51%, ranking 181st. Citadel made 6.2 three-pointers per game, shooting 32% from deep, which ranked 292nd nationally.</p> 

<p>Keynan Davis is the team's top returning scorer, averaging 5.8 points per game last season. He also contributed 1.8 rebounds and 0.8 assists per game. Kam Roberts, who played in 25 games, averaged 2.2 points and 1.4 rebounds per game.</p><p>Last season, the Citadel Bulldogs allowed 71.5 points per game, ranking 154th in the nation. Opponents shot 32.6% from three-point range against them, placing the Bulldogs 243rd in that category. They were one of the best teams in the country at avoiding fouls, allowing just 12.0 free throws per game, which ranked 10th nationally.</p> <p>In terms of creating turnovers, the Bulldogs averaged 5.6 steals per game, ranking 299th in the nation. They also struggled in blocked shots, averaging 2.6 per game, which was 303rd nationally.</p><h3>Does Boston College Have a Shot at a Home Win?</h3><h3>Boston College Eagles Records</h3> 

<p>Boston College finished last season with a 19-15 overall record, going 10-13 in ACC play. At home, they posted a 12-7 mark, with an average scoring margin of +4.8 points per game. On the road, they went 7-8, with a -0.5 points per game margin.</p> 

<p>The Eagles were 15-17 against the spread and had a 19-14-1 over/under record, with their games averaging 146.6 points. When favored, they went 13-3 straight-up and 9-7 ATS, and as underdogs, they were 6-12 straight-up and 6-10 ATS.</p><p>Last season, Boston College averaged 74.6 points per game, ranking 196th in possessions per game with 66.9. They shot 45% from the field, placing 123rd, and had an effective field goal percentage of 52%, ranking 117th. The Eagles made 8.3 three-pointers per game, shooting 36% from beyond the arc, which was 86th nationally. They struggled at the free-throw line, making just 11.5 per game, ranking 315th.</p> 

<p>Boston College returns two key guards in Dion Brown and Roger McFarlane. Brown averaged 19 points, 7.6 rebounds, and 2.6 assists per game last season, while McFarlane contributed 14.8 points and 8.6 rebounds per game. Both players appeared in 32 games and will be crucial to the Eagles' offensive success this season.</p><p>Boston College allowed 72.1 points per game last season, ranking 171st in the nation. Opponents shot 34.2% from three-point range against them, which was 354th in the country. The Eagles averaged 6 steals per game, ranking 250th, and 3.5 blocked shots per game, which was 152nd. They also allowed 16.8 free throws per game, ranking 99th in the nation.</p>

Citadel Bulldogs vs Boston College Eagles NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 11/4/24

<p>Making on a bet on this NCAA game featuring the Bulls versus the Cougars? Tip off is at at 7:00 ET, and you can watch it all unfold on FloH. The game will be played at TD Arena in Charleston, SC. The over/under for this game is set at 155 points, and Charleston is favored by -3.5 against South Florida in a non-conference matchup.</p><h3>SOUTH FLORIDA BULLS VS CHARLESTON COUGARS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: South Florida Bulls +3.5</p><p>This game will be played at TD Arena at 7:00 ET on Friday, November 8th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE SOUTH FLORIDA BULLS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 74-72 in favor of the Cougars.</li><li>Even though we have Charleston winning straight-up, we like South Florida at +3.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 155 points, and we like the under with a projected 146 points.</li></ul><h3>Can South Florida Deliver Being Underdogs on the Road?</h3><h3>South Florida Bulls Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>South Florida dropped their season opener to the Gators on Monday, falling 98-83 on the road. Entering the game as +10.5 point underdogs, the Bulls not only lost but also failed to cover the spread.</p> 

<p>Despite leading 40-39 at halftime, South Florida couldn’t keep pace in the 2nd half, allowing 59 points while scoring 43. The game’s total points of 181 exceeded the O/U line of 152.5.</p><p>South Florida put up 83 points in their last game, shooting 44.4% from the field. Their effective field goal percentage was 54%, thanks in part to hitting 50% from three-point range, connecting on 13 of 26 attempts. They also made 82.4% of their free throws, going 14 for 17 from the line.</p> <p>Walter Clayton Jr. led the way with 29 points, shooting 66.7% overall. Will Richard added 25 points, while Jamille Reynolds contributed 17 points, hitting 7 of 13 shots. Kasen Jennings knocked down 3 of 6 threes, finishing with 15 points.</p><p>South Florida's defense struggled in their last game, giving up 98 points on 52% shooting from the field. They allowed 73% shooting on two-point attempts, with the opposing team hitting 28 of 38 shots inside the arc.</p> <p>From three-point range, South Florida held the other team to 20% shooting, as they made just 5 of 25 attempts. However, they sent them to the free-throw line 33 times, where they converted 27 free throws (81%).</p><h3>Is A Home Victory Likely for the Favored Cougars?</h3><h3>Charleston Cougars Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>The Cougars opened their season with a 90-80 win over Southern Illinois on Monday. Charleston, who were -5.5 favorites, covered the spread in the road victory.</p> 

<p>Charleston led 45-42 at halftime and maintained their pace in the 2nd half, scoring another 45 points while holding the Salukis to 38. The game’s total points of 170 exceeded the O/U line of 144.5.</p><p>Charleston's offense was firing on all cylinders, putting up 90 points with a field goal percentage of 56.4% and an effective field goal percentage of 65.5%. They hit 45% from beyond the arc, connecting on 9 of 20 attempts, while shooting 62.9% on two-pointers. Their free-throw shooting was less impressive, hitting just 63.3% from the line.</p> <p>Ante Brzovic led the way with 27 points and 9 rebounds, shooting 68.8% from the field. Elijah Elliott added 23 points, hitting 3 of 7 from deep, and CJ Fulton contributed 17 points and 7 assists, knocking down 3 of 6 from three-point range. Deywilk Tavarez was perfect from beyond the arc, hitting all 3 of his attempts.</p><p>Charleston's defense gave up 80 points in their last game, with the opposing team shooting 40% from the field. They allowed 20 two-point baskets on 41 attempts, a 48% shooting rate.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, the Cougars held their opponent to 5 made threes on 21 attempts, a 23% shooting performance. However, they sent the other team to the free-throw line 33 times, where they converted 25 free throws, a 75% rate.</p>

South Florida Bulls vs Charleston Cougars NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 11/8/24

<p>At 7:30 ET, the Brooklyn Nets (4-4) will travel to take on the Boston Celtics (7-2) in a division matchup. The Celtics are currently favored by 13.5 points, and the over/under line is set at 224.5. NBCS will have the TV coverage.</p>

<p>This game will be played at TD Garden in Boston.</p><h3>BROOKLYN NETS VS BOSTON CELTICS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Brooklyn Nets +13.5</p><p>This game will be played at TD Garden at 7:30 ET on Friday, November 8th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE BROOKLYN NETS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 110-103 in favor of the Celtics.</li><li>Our projections have Jayson Tatum finishing with Jayson Tatum points, 8 rebounds and 5 assists.</li><li>From the field, we have the Celtics finishing with a field goal percentage of 47.1% and knocking down 17 threes.</li></ul><h3>Can the Nets Offense Score Enough on the Road?</h3><p>The Nets evened their record at 4-4 with a 106-104 win over the Grizzlies on Monday. Brooklyn, who were +4.5 point underdogs, not only won but also covered the spread. The total points for the game were 210, falling short of the 222.5 O/U line.</p> <p>Brooklyn turned the game around after trailing 30-23 at the end of the 1st quarter. They outscored Memphis 27-19 in the 2nd quarter and 33-30 in the 3rd, taking an 83-79 lead into the 4th. Although the Grizzlies edged the Nets 25-23 in the final quarter, Brooklyn held on for the win.</p><p>Cameron Johnson and Dennis Schröder each scored 20 points in the Nets' win over the Grizzlies, with Johnson hitting 3 threes at a 75% rate. Dorian Finney-Smith added 17 points, making 5 threes on 62.5% shooting from deep.</p> <p>Finney-Smith was key in the 3rd and 4th quarters, scoring 9 points in the 3rd and 8 in the 4th. As a team, the Nets hit 13 threes, shooting 36.1% from beyond the arc and 47.6% overall.</p><p>Despite giving up 30 points in both the 1st and 3rd quarters, the Nets' defense clamped down in the 2nd, allowing just 19 points, and held the Grizzlies to 25 in the 4th, contributing to their 106-104 win. Brooklyn limited Memphis to just 8 made threes on 26% shooting from beyond the arc.</p> <p>The Nets sent the Grizzlies to the line only 13 times, where they made 10 free throws. On the boards, Brooklyn collected 25 defensive rebounds but allowed 13 offensive boards. They also recorded 7 steals and 1 block.</p><h3>Does Boston Stand a Chance at Home?</h3><p>The Celtics dropped to 7-2 on the season after a 118-112 loss to the Warriors on Wednesday. Boston, favored by 6.5 points, not only lost but also failed to cover the spread. The game’s total points reached 230, just over the 228.5 O/U line.</p> <p>A 12-0 run by the Warriors turned the game in their favor, as they went from trailing 44-40 to leading 52-44. Boston’s 41-point third quarter brought them back, but they couldn’t pull ahead in the 4th, where they were outscored 36-31.</p><p>In their 118-112 loss to the Warriors, the Celtics shot just 42.2% from the field, but connected on 19 threes at a 35.2% rate. Jayson Tatum led the way with 32 points, hitting 5 threes at 50% efficiency, while Derrick White added 26 points and 7 made threes.</p> <p>Tatum poured in 17 points in the 3rd quarter, and White added 8 points in the 4th. Neemias Queta also contributed 8 points in the final period, finishing with 14 in the game.</p><p>The Celtics held the Warriors to 19 points in the 1st quarter but struggled defensively in the 2nd, 3rd, and 4th, giving up 32, 31, and 36 points, respectively, in a 118-112 loss. Golden State shot 46% from the field.</p> <p>Boston allowed 14 made threes on 41% shooting from deep and sent the Warriors to the line 24 times, where they hit 20 free throws. The Celtics gave up 15 offensive rebounds and recorded 5 steals and 3 blocks.</p>

Brooklyn Nets vs Boston Celtics Betting Pick & Prediction 11/8/24

After a stunning finish to UFC 241, we all needed a week to breathe. We got that because UFC decided to take a weekend off. That break was short-lived, as we have another event to handicap for the August 31 weekend. A women’s title fight in the strawweight division will headline UFC Fight Night 157 aka UFC on ESPN+ 15 between Jessica Andrade and Weili Zhang in Shenzhen, China.

We’ll take a look at the 11 fights on the card, with some extra attention paid to the main card bouts.

A lot of unfamiliar fighters are on this card in China. There are always going to be some travel problems internationally, but UFC also likes to allow local fighters the opportunity to be fill-ins for the prelims, so we have some of those and also a lot of newcomers.

This fight card gets an early morning start in the US, as Karol Rosa (-120) takes on Lara Procopio in the women’s bantamweight division. We’ll also see Heili Alateng (-115) against Batgerel Danaa in another fight of lesser-known combatants.

Thiago Moises is more of a known name with two UFC fights and an appearance on Dana White’s Contender Series. Moises is 1-1 in official UFC fights and 2-1 under Dana White’s watchful eyes. He lost to Beneil Dairush and went the distance in a win over Kurt Holobaugh. Damir Ismagulov (-190) is a big favorite after being a titleholder in M-1. He is also 2-0 in his UFC career with wins over Alex Gorgees and Joel Alvarez by decision. Laying the -190 is preferable to the over 2.5 (-335).

Two more UFC newcomers meet in a matchup of Da Un Jung and Khadis Ibragimov. Jung is 11-2 and most recently bested four straight opponents on the regional Heat promotion circuit. Ibragimov (-270) is 8-0 in his career and will make the leap from M-1, where he went 4-0 with three finishes, including a title win. This looks like a discount on Ibragimov.

Su Madaerji and Andre Soukhamthath both have UFC experience, but Soukhamthath has a lot more of it. This will be Mudaerji’s second UFC win following a submission loss to Louis Smolka back in November. His ground defense is a concern here against the more experienced Soukhamthath, who was a strap holder in CES. Soukhamthath is only the -145 favorite here, which is telling given some of the other favorite prices.

Let’s see if Anthony Hernandez (-155) can right the ship. The former LFA champ took on Jordan Wright at DWNTCS Season 2, Week 2 and impressed enough to get a shot on a fight night card the following February. He lost to Markus Perez by second-round sub. Jun Yong Park has been fighting on local circuits and has a strong 10-3 record, including eight finishes, but this should be a step up in class. On the other hand, the Korean fighter is fighting much closer to home than Hernandez and should be a live dog for Korean Top Team against the 35-year-old Hernandez.

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<strong>Wu Yanan (+125) vs. Mizuki Inoue (-145); Total: 2.5 (-360/270)</strong>

It looks like the judges will be needed for this women’s flyweight fight between Wu Yanan and Mizuki Inoue. This is the UFC debut for Inoue, who has fought in Invicta and had a title shot 17 months ago against Virna Jandiroba. She is 13-5 in her career.

Yanan is 1-1 in her UFC career and 10-2 overall. Her first loss came against Yana Kunitskaya, who has gone on to have a fine career as a UFC fixture and an Invicta titleholder, in Fightspirit. Her other loss came against Gina Mazany in her UFC debut. She’s fighting at home again here and has lost to two very strong opponents. Inoue is solid, but doesn’t have the same ceiling at Kunitskaya or Mazany.

<strong>Pick: Wu Yanan (+125)</strong>

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<strong>Derrick Krantz (-115) vs. Kenan Song (-105); Total: 1.5 (-170/140)</strong>

This is a tough spot for Derrick Krantz. He lost his UFC debut to Vicente Luque back in May and will now fight outside of the United States for the first time. Krantz took some abuse in a fight that lasted less than four minutes against Luque. Kenan Song has two knockout wins and a decision loss in his three UFC scraps and will be the native fighter in the one.

Song lost that fight to Alex Morono over 15 minutes, but grabbed a Fight of the Night bonus. He’s aggressive. He attacks. He’s had some back-and-forth fights since he knocked out Bobby Nash in just 15 seconds in his UFC debut.

Song has a height advantage here, though he is giving up a little bit of reach. He wants to stand and throw. If he can, Krantz will be in trouble. If Krantz can get the fight to the canvas, that’s his best hope. My guess is the fight stays upright and Song wins it.

<strong>Pick: Kenan Song (-105)</strong>

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<strong>Mark De La Rosa (+180) vs. Kai Kara-France (-220); Total: 2.5 (-265/205)</strong>

Give credit to Mark De La Rosa. He’s only 24 and already has four UFC fights under his belt. He’s 2-2 in those matches, with a sub win and a sub loss and a decision win and a decision loss. He managed to hang on for 15 minutes against Alex Perez back in March, but he was soundly beaten in that decision.

It felt like it took a long time for Kai Kara-France to get to UFC. He’s only 26, but he fought 24 times in regional promotions to get to this point. He’s 2-0 with a couple of decision wins over Elias Garcia and Raulian Pava. Kara-France is a kickboxer, so he’d like the fight upright. De La Rosa would prefer the ground game, as he only has one knockout in his career.

France will be the aggressor here, as he has consistently moved forward and pressured opponents. De La Rosa had problems with that against Perez last time out.

<strong>Pick: Kai Kara-France (-220)</strong>

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<strong>Li Jingliang (+230) vs. Elizeu Zaleski (-270); Total: 1.5 (-165/135)</strong>

Much to the dismay of the Chinese crowd, Li Jingliang is a big underdog for his fight against Elizeu Zaleski dos Santos. This ends a long layoff for Li, who hasn’t fought since his win over David Zawada back in November. These two were actually supposed to fight in that match, but Zaleski had a knee injury and Jingliang fought Zawada on short notice instead.

Zaleski is on a seven-fight winning streak. His most recent loss came in his UFC debut against Nicolas Dalby in a controversial split decision. He’s not a stoppage artist, but does have two knockouts and a sub in his last three fights. That being said, Li is an upgrade over guys like Sean Strickland and Luigi Vendramini. His win over Curtis Millender was impressive, but he took advantage of Millender’s lackluster takedown defense.

Zaleski is a big favorite for a reason here and that reason is he’s the better fighter all around.

<strong>Pick: Elizeu Zaleski (-270)</strong>

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<strong>Weili Zhang (+150) vs. Jessica Andrade (-170); Total: 4.5 (-110/-120)</strong>

Per the total odds, the championship rounds will be activated for the women’s title fight between Weili Zhang and Jessica Andrade. Andrade is seeking her first title defense since beating Rose Namajunas with a second round KO at UFC 237. This new, aggressive, attacking fighter is dangerous. Her previous four fights were the distance, but she hasn’t come close since.

That means Weili Zhang has to stay out of trouble and hope Andrade tires herself out a bit. Zhang is an aggressor in her own right, though. The striking power from Andrade is the concern here for Zhang, who has gone the distance in two of her three UFC fights. The other was a submission win over Jessica Aguilar back in November.

This one may come down to who has more success swinging high. Both girls use a lot of leg strikes, but Andrade has had more success to the body and to the head. Zhang has a lot of pressure as well, as she gets this fight in China. Andrade, meanwhile, can drown out all of it and focus solely on the fight.

<strong>Pick: Jessica Andrade</strong>

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