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<p>Making on a bet on this NCAA game featuring the Rockets versus the Huskies? Tip off is at at 8:00 ET, and you can watch it all unfold on ESPN+. The game will be played at NIU Convocation Center in Dekalb, IL. In this Mid-American matchup, the Rockets are the betting favorite against the Huskies. The over/under for the game is 159.5 points.</p><h3>TOLEDO ROCKETS VS NORTHERN ILLINOIS HUSKIES BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Northern Illinois Huskies +5.5</p><p>This game will be played at NIU Convocation Center at 8:00 ET on Tuesday, January 23rd.</p><h3>WHY BET THE NORTHERN ILLINOIS HUSKIES:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 75-68 in favor of the Huskies.</li><li>Not only will Northern Illinois pick up the win, but look for them to cover at +5.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 159.5 points, and we like the under with a projected 143 points.</li></ul><h3>Are the Rockets Ready for a Road Win?</h3><p>So far this season, Toledo has been favored in 10 games and has a record of 7-3 in those matchups. On the road this season, the Rockets have gone 4-3 and their average scoring margin is +0.9 points per game.</p>

<p>Coming into this game, Toledo has an overall record of 11-7 and they are 5-1 in Mid-American Conference play. In their last game, the Rockets lost to Central Michigan by a score of 65-62.</p><p>Overall, Toledo is 8-10 against the spread this season. On the road, they are 4-3 vs. the spread and have gone 6-4 in their last 10 road games. As the favorite, the Rockets are just 3-7 vs. the spread this year and have gone 0-5 in their last 5 games as the favorite. </p><p>When looking at Toledo's over/under record of 9-9, their games have averaged 154.6 points per game. Today's line of 159.5 is higher than the average OU line in their games (155.2). This season, 10 of their games have finished with more points than today's OU line. Over their last three games, the OU record is 0-3 and the average scoring total in those games is 139 points.</p><p>In their most recent game, the Toledo offense concluded with only 62 points against Central Michigan. Throughout the game, they made 4/20 three-point attempts and had a field goal percentage of 33.9%. Dante Maddox Jr. was the leading scorer for the Rockets, putting up 21 points. In addition, Ra'Heim Moss contributed 15 points.</p><p>Coming into the game, Toledo will be looking to improve their defense, as they are currently giving up 76.5 points per game (252nd). In terms of field goal percentage allowed, Toledo's defense has allowed opponents to shoot 48.8% from the field, including a three-point shooting percentage allowed of 34.7% this season.</p><h3>Can the Huskies Pull Off a Home Win?</h3><p>After losing their last game to Kent State by a score of 83-76, Northern Illinois comes into tonight's game with a record of 6-11. The Huskies have lost 10 games in a row and are still searching for their first conference win, as they are 0-5 in Mid-American games.</p>

<p>So far, Northern Illinois has gone 2-5 at home this season, and they have been outscored by an average of 8.3 points per game. Over their last 10 games at home, the Huskies are 5-5, and they will be looking to snap a five-game home losing streak tonight.</p><p>As the underdog, Northern Illinois has struggled against the spread this season, going just 4-9. Their ATS mark is 5-10 overall, and they have gone 2-5 vs. the spread at home. Over their last 10 games as the underdog, the Huskies have an ATS record of just 1-9.</p><p>This season, the over/under record for Northern Illinois' games is 9-6 and today's line of 159.5 is higher than the average over/under line in their games (153.2). Over their last three games, the average scoring total is 166 points.</p><p>The Huskies' offense wrapped up their last game with 76 points, aligning closely with their current season average of 77.3 points per contest. Offensively, the Huskies hold a season-long field goal percentage of 46%, placing them 131st in the national rankings. When it comes to three-pointers, they are ranked 86th in terms of percentage and 122nd in three-pointers made.</p><p>Looking at the Northern Illinois defense, they will be looking for a better performance considering they are currently conceding 79.6 points per game (297th). In their most recent game, the Northern Illinois defense struggled to defend the three-point line, as Kent State knocked down 13 three-pointers on their way to 83 points.</p>

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<p>The Falcons and Runnin' Rebels are set to face off at 11:00 ET on CBSS. The Runnin' Rebels will host the game at Thomas & Mack Center in Las Vegas, NV. The odds for this Mountain West conference game currently have the Runnin' Rebels as the betting favorite with the over/under line sitting at 133.5 points.</p><h3>AIR FORCE FALCONS VS UNLV RUNNIN' REBELS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Air Force Falcons +12.5</p><p>This game will be played at Thomas & Mack Center at 11:00 ET on Tuesday, January 23rd.</p><h3>WHY BET THE AIR FORCE FALCONS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 75-69 in favor of the Runnin' Rebels.</li><li>Even though we have UNLV winning straight-up, we like Air Force at +12.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 133.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 144 points.</li></ul><h3>Can the Falcons Offense Score Enough in Las Vegas?</h3><p>After losing their last game to New Mexico by a score of 85-66, Air Force's losing streak has now reached seven games. Their record for the season stands at 7-10, and they are 0-4 in Mountain West Conference play.</p>

<p>So far, the Falcons have been an underdog in six of their 17 games, and their record in those contests is 1-5. On the road, Air Force is 3-2 this season, and their average scoring margin in away games is +3.4 points per game.</p><p>Against the spread, Air Force has a 5-11 record this season. On the road, their ATS mark is 3-2, and over their last 10 road games, they are 6-4 vs. the spread. As the underdog, the Falcons are 2-4 vs. the spread this year and 5-5 in their last 10 games as the dog.</p><p>So far this season, the over/under record for Air Force games is 10-6. The average scoring total in their games this season is 135.4 points, and today's over/under line of 133.5 is lower than that average. In their last three games, the over/under record is 3-0 and the average scoring total is 144 points.</p><p>In their latest game, Air Force offense put up 66 points against New Mexico. They recorded an overall field goal percentage of 47.2% and made 7 threes. Beau Becker led the team in scoring, putting up 23 points. Additionally, Rytis Petraitis contributed 18 points for the Falcons.</p><p>Currently, the Falcons' defense holds the 93rd rank in the nation, allowing 68.7 points per game. In their previous game vs. New Mexico, the Lobos finished with a field goal percentage of 47% and a total of 85 points vs. Air Force.</p><h3>Will the Runnin' Rebels Defense Show Up at Home?</h3><p>After a tough 78-75 loss to Colorado State, UNLV is 9-8 overall and 2-3 in Mountain West action. The Runnin' Rebels have gone 5-5 at home this season and are 4-2 when favored.</p>

<p>For the season, UNLV has an average scoring margin of +3.3 points per game at home, and over their last 10 games at home, they are 6-4. On the year, they have gone 2-2 on the road.</p><p>As the favored team, UNLV has gone 3-3 against the spread this season. At home, their ATS mark is 6-4 and over their last three home games, they are 2-0 vs. the spread. In their last 10 games as the favorite, the Rebels are 5-5 ATS.</p><p>So far this season, the over/under record for UNLV is 9-5 and today's line of 133.5 is lower than the average over/under line in their games (144.3). Over their last three games, the average scoring total is 152 points and the OU record in those games is 2-1.</p><p>The Runnin' Rebels' offense wrapped up their last game with 75 points, aligning closely with their current season average of 76.6 points per contest. In terms of offense, the Runnin' Rebels have a season-long field goal percentage of 47%, putting them 100th in the NCAA. Regarding three-pointers, they are ranked 202nd in percentage and 173rd in three-pointers made.</p><p>At present, the Runnin' Rebels' defense is nationally ranked 118th, allowing 70.1 points per game. Against Colorado State in their most recent game, the UNLV defense gave up a total of 78 points while allowing Colorado State to hit 49% of their shots.</p>

Air Force Falcons vs UNLV Runnin' Rebels Betting Pick & Prediction 1/23/24

<p>The Ravens are favored on the road as they take on the Bills in an AFC matchup on Sunday, January 19th at 6:30 ET. The game, being played at Highmark Stadium in Orchard Park, NY, has Baltimore at -117 on the money line and Buffalo at -102. The point spread is tight, with the Ravens at -1, and the over/under line is at 51.5 points. You can catch this one on CBS.</p><h3>BALTIMORE RAVENS VS BUFFALO BILLS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Buffalo Bills +1</p><p>This game will be played at Highmark Stadium at 6:30 ET on Sunday, January 19th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE BUFFALO BILLS:</h3><ul><li>We have the Bills winning this one by a score of 25 to 21</li><li>Not only do we have the Bills winning straight-up, we have them covering the spread at +1</li><li>We see this game finishing below the line of 51.5 points</li></ul><h3>Will The Ravens Pick Up A Win On The Road?</h3><p>After finishing the regular season with a 12-5 record, the Ravens head into the divisional round on a four-game winning streak, including a 28-14 victory over the Steelers in the wild card round. Baltimore entered that game as 8.5-point favorites and covered the spread, but the teams fell short of the 44.5-point O/U line, combining for 42 points. The Ravens rank 2nd in our power rankings and finished the regular season 5-2 in the division and 9-4 in the conference, putting them 1st in the AFC North and 3rd in the AFC.</p> <p>Against the spread, Baltimore is 11-6-1, with four straight wins. They are 11-5-1 as favorites and 0-1 as underdogs. Their O/U record is 13-5, with their games averaging 51.2 points compared to a 47.1-point line.</p><p>Our offensive power rankings have the Ravens sitting at the top of the league, and they lead the NFL in yards per game, averaging 427.1. Baltimore has leaned heavily on the run game, ranking 2nd in rushing attempts and leading the league with 193.8 rushing yards per game. Derrick Henry has been a big part of that success, rushing for 186 yards on 26 carries in the Wild Card round. Lamar Jackson posted a passer rating of 132 against the Steelers, throwing for 175 yards and 2 touchdowns without an interception.</p> <p>While the Ravens rank 6th in red zone attempts, they are 31st in red zone conversion percentage. However, they were 3/4 in the Wild Card round and converted 66.7% of their 3rd downs. Baltimore is 3rd in the NFL in 3rd-down conversion percentage and 6th in 1st-quarter scoring.</p><p>Despite allowing 251 passing yards, the Ravens' defense held the Steelers to just 29 rushing yards on 11 attempts in their 28-14 win. Baltimore's defense recorded four sacks and won the quarterback hit battle by six, but they did allow two passing touchdowns. The Ravens also held the Steelers to 45.5% on third down.</p>
<p>Overall, the Ravens gave up 280 yards of total offense and 28 points. Pittsburgh found some success through the air, averaging 8.4 yards per attempt, and completing 66.7% of their passes against Baltimore.</p><h3>Will The Bills Win At Home Over The Ravens?</h3><p>Buffalo finished the regular season 13-4, good for 2nd in the AFC and 3rd in our power rankings. They went 5-1 in the division and 10-3 in conference play. The Bills were a perfect 9-0 at home but just 5-4 on the road. After losing to the Ravens in week 4, they bounced back with a 47-10 win over the Jaguars in week 3 and a 31-10 win over the Dolphins in week 2. They were 2.5-point underdogs against Miami but covered the spread.</p> <p>Buffalo has an average scoring margin of +10.1 points per game and is 11-7 against the spread this season. They are 9-5 ATS as favorites and 2-2 as underdogs. Their O/U record is 11-7, with the over hitting in their last two games. Their games have averaged 51.7 points, with an average line of 46.4.</p><p>Josh Allen was excellent in the Wild Card round, posting a passer rating of 135 and throwing for 272 yards and 2 touchdowns without an interception. He completed 20 of 26 passes, with Curtis Samuel leading the team in receiving with 68 yards on 3 catches. James Cook had a strong performance on the ground, rushing for 120 yards on 23 carries. The Bills converted 8 of 15 third-down attempts but struggled in the red zone, going just 1 for 5.</p> <p>Buffalo ranks 2nd in the NFL in scoring, averaging 30.9 points per game. They are 9th in both passing and rushing yards per game, with 229.8 and 135.6, respectively. Despite ranking 24th in pass attempts, they are 5th in 1st-quarter scoring. The Bills are 7th in the league in 3rd-down conversion percentage.</p><p>In their most recent game, the Buffalo Bills' defense allowed just 145 passing yards on 14 completions against the Broncos. They held Denver to a 60.9% completion percentage and only 224 total yards in a 31-7 victory. The Bills' run defense gave up 79 yards on 17 attempts, and they allowed just one touchdown while holding the Broncos to a 22.2% third-down conversion rate. Buffalo also recorded two sacks and won the tackles for loss battle.<p></p>

Baltimore Ravens vs Buffalo Bills Betting Pick & Prediction 1/19/25

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<p>Looking to win big? The Cornhuskers and Rainbow Warriors face off at 10:30 ET on ESPN2. The Rainbow Warriors are hosting the game at Stan Sheriff Center in Honolulu, HI. Nebraska is favored by -11.5 in this non-conference showdown. The game's over/under is currently at 145.5 points.</p><h3>NEBRASKA CORNHUSKERS VS HAWAII RAINBOW WARRIORS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Hawaii Rainbow Warriors +11.5</p><p>This game will be played at Stan Sheriff Center at 10:30 ET on Monday, December 23rd.</p><h3>WHY BET THE HAWAII RAINBOW WARRIORS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 76-69 in favor of the Rainbow Warriors.</li><li>Not only will Hawaii pick up the win, but look for them to cover at +11.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 145.5 points, and we like the under with a projected 145 points.</li></ul><h3>Do the Cornhuskers Have What it Takes on the Road?</h3><p>With a 66-49 win over Murray State on Sunday, the Cornhuskers improved to 8-2 this season. Nebraska, favored by eight points, covered the spread in the victory.</p> <p>Leading 34-14 at halftime, Nebraska’s defense was strong early. However, they allowed 35 points in the second half while scoring 32. The total points of 115 fell well short of the 144.5 O/U line.</p><p>Nebraska's offense put up 66 points in their last game, shooting 49.1% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 54.7%. They connected on 35.3% of their three-point attempts, going 6-for-17, and were efficient from the free-throw line, hitting 8 of 9 shots for 88.9%.</p> <p>Kylen Milton led the way with 19 points, hitting 3 of 7 from deep, while Connor Essegian added 15 points, making 5 of 10 from beyond the arc. Andrew Morgan was dominant inside, shooting 6 of 7 from the field and grabbing 12 rebounds. Nebraska finished with just 6 assists and 6 offensive rebounds as a team.</p><p>Nebraska's defense was dominant, holding their opponent to just 49 points on 30% shooting from the field. The Cornhuskers were particularly effective inside, limiting the other team to 35% shooting on two-point attempts.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Nebraska's defense gave up 7 threes on 27 attempts, a 25% success rate. They also sent their opponent to the line 15 times, where they hit 8 free throws (53%). Nebraska allowed 7 offensive rebounds.</p><h3>Will Hawaii Pull Through as the Underdog Home Team?</h3><p>Hawaii improved to 5-3 on the season with a 78-61 win over Charlotte on Sunday. The Rainbow Warriors were -7.5 favorites going into the game and covered the spread with the victory.</p> <p>Hawaii led 44-31 at halftime and added 34 points in the 2nd half while holding Charlotte to 30. The total points for the game were 139, just over the O/U line of 137.5.</p><p>Hawaii's offense put up 78 points in their last game, shooting 54.2% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 57.6%. They were strong inside, hitting 61.4% of their two-point attempts, while connecting on 33.3% from beyond the arc, going 5-for-15 from three-point range.</p> <p>Gytis Nemeiksa led the way with 24 points and 7 rebounds, shooting 71.4% overall and 50% from three. Marcus Greene added 22 points, hitting 3 of 7 from deep, and Jaehshon Thomas contributed 16 points, making both of his three-point attempts.</p><p>Even though Hawaii gave up 61 points, their defense struggled, allowing the opponent to shoot 54% from the field. Inside the arc, the Rainbow Warriors couldn’t contain the attack, as the other team hit 61% of their two-point attempts, going 27/44.</p> <p>From three-point range, Hawaii held the opponent to 5/15 shooting, a 33% clip. The Rainbow Warriors also sent the other team to the line 13 times, where they made 9 free throws, shooting 69%. Hawaii allowed 10 offensive rebounds in the game.</p>

Nebraska Cornhuskers vs Hawaii Rainbow Warriors NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 12/23/24

<p>Betting on today's Penguins and Jets game? Catch the action at Canada Life Centre in Winnipeg, MB, as the Jets hosts this showdown at 7:00 ET on ESPN+. The over/under goal line for this matchup is currently at 5.5 goals, and the Jets are favored by -1.5 vs. the Penguins.</p><h3>PITTSBURGH PENGUINS VS WINNIPEG JETS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Winnipeg Jets -1.5</p><p>This game will be played at Canada Life Centre at 7:00 ET on Saturday, February 10th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE WINNIPEG JETS:</h3><ul><li>Coming in as 1.5 goal favorites, our projections have the Jets picking up a  4-3 win.</li><li>Take the Jets on the moneyline</li><li>On the spread, we like Penguins (+1.5)</li></ul><h3>Is A Road Victory Likely for Underdog Pittsburgh?</h3><p><p>On the season, the Penguins are 23-18-7, which puts them in 5th place in the Metropolitan division and 10th in the Eastern Conference. In road games, Pittsburgh has gone 10-10-4, and they come into this game having lost three straight on the road. Over their last ten games, the Penguins have gone 4-6.</p>

<p>When playing as the underdog, Pittsburgh has gone 8-5-3 this season and 15-13-4 when favored. Against other Eastern Conference teams, the Penguins have gone 12-16, and they have gone 6-7 within the division.</p></p><p>On the road this year, the Penguins have a puck line record of 11-13 and have gone 23-25 overall. So far, they have 16 wins by multiple goals and come in with an average scoring margin of +.3 goals per game.</p>

<p>As the underdog, Pittsburgh has a puck line record of 11-5 and has gone 12-20 as the favorite. In their last 10 games, the Penguins have a puck line record of 5-5, and their average scoring differential is +.1 goals per game when they are the underdog.</p> <p>For the season, Pittsburgh's games have finished with an average of 5.7 goals per game. Their average over/under line for the season is 6.4. Overall, the Penguins have an over/under record of 17-28-3.</p><p>Across their three previous road games, Pittsburgh has an puck line mark of 0-3. Their straight up record in these matchups was 0-3 while averaging 2 goals per game.</p><p>When looking at their offense, the Penguins have an average of 2.9 goals per game this season, positioning themselves 25th in the NHL. In terms of shots on goal per game, they are ranked 9th in the league. Pittsburgh's offense is currently ranked 23rd in power play goals. When it comes to shorthanded goals, they are 28th in the league.</p><p>The leading scorer for Pittsburgh's offense is Sidney Crosby. Coming into the game he has 28 goals, ranking 9th in the NHL. In addition to his goal scoring, Crosby has 24 assists this season.</p><p>In terms of defense, the Jets head into the game ranked 26th in goals allowed. On average, opponents are taking 28.7 shots per game against Winnipeg. So far, they are 21st in shutouts, achieving 2 shutouts.</p><p>Heading into this matchup vs. Winnipeg, goalie Tristan Jarry has started 32 games in this season. His current record is 14-14, and his save percentage stands at 0.835%.</p><h3>Does Winnipeg Have What it Takes at Home?</h3><p><p>With an overall record of 30-14-5, the Jets are currently in 3rd place in the Central Division and 5th in the Western Conference. Over their last ten games, Winnipeg has gone just 4-6 and has lost three straight games. At home this season, the Jets are 16-7-2.</p>

<p>Against Western Conference opponents, the Jets have gone 17-10 this season. As the favorite, Winnipeg has gone 24-6-3 this year, including a losing streak of two games as the favorite. Over their last five games, the Jets have gone 0-5.</p></p><p>When favored this season, the Jets have gone 18-15 on the puck line, and they have an average scoring margin of +1.2 goals per game in their 33 games as the favorite. Overall, Winnipeg has 22 wins by multiple goals compared to 11 losses by more than one goal.</p>

<p>So far, the Jets have gone 27-22 on the puck line, and their average scoring margin is +.7 goals per game. In their last ten home games, the team's puck line record is 6-4, and they are 15-10 at home this season.</p> <p>Games involving Winnipeg have an average of 5.4 goals per game this season. Their average over/under line is 6.1. In terms of their over/under performance, the Jets come in with a record of 15-27-7.</p><p>When looking at their past three road matchups, Pittsburgh has an puck line record of 0-3 while averaging 2 per game. The team went 0-3 overall in these games.</p><p>On the offensive side, the Jets are scoring an 3 goals per game this season, ranking 20th in the NHL. When it came to shots on target per game, they are 21st in the league. This season, the Jets are 15-9 when getting more shots on goal than their opponents. And in games with fewer shots on goal, they have a 15-5 record.</p><p>Winnipeg's leading scorer is Kyle Connor. So far, he has 19 goals which is 44th in the NHL. Along with his scoring, he has come up with 11 assists so far.</p><p>Defensively, the Jets are currently 26th in goals allowed. On average, opponents are taking 28.7 shots per game against Winnipeg. They also are 21st in shutouts, coming in with 2 shutouts.</p><p>Goalie Connor Hellebuyck comes into the game having made 36 starts this season. So far, his record is 23-10 and he has a save percentage of 0.951%.</p>

Pittsburgh Penguins vs Winnipeg Jets Betting Pick & Prediction 2/10/24

<p>Making on a bet on this NCAA game featuring the Cyclones versus the Mountaineers? Tip off is at at 5:00 ET, and you can watch it all unfold on ESPN+. The game will be played at WVU Coliseum in Morgantown, WV. Iowa State is favored by -6.5 in this Big 12 conference showdown. The game's over/under is currently at 136.5 points.</p><h3>IOWA STATE CYCLONES VS WEST VIRGINIA MOUNTAINEERS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: West Virginia Mountaineers +6.5</p><p>This game will be played at WVU Coliseum at 5:00 ET on Saturday, January 18th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE WEST VIRGINIA MOUNTAINEERS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 76-69 in favor of the Mountaineers.</li><li>Not only will West Virginia pick up the win, but look for them to cover at +6.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 136.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 145 points.</li></ul><h3>Do the Cyclones Have What it Takes on the Road?</h3><p>Iowa State improved to 15-1 on the season with a 74-57 win over Kansas on Wednesday. The Cyclones were -5.5 favorites and covered the spread with the victory.</p> <p>Leading 40-30 at halftime, Iowa State added 34 points in the second half while holding Kansas to 27. The game’s total points of 131 fell short of the 143.5 over/under line.</p><p>Iowa State put up 74 points in their last game, shooting 40.7% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 47.5%. They struggled inside, hitting just 34.8% of their two-point attempts, but were sharp from beyond the arc, connecting on 61.5% of their threes (8/13).</p> <p>Curtis Jones led the way with 25 points, hitting 5 of 6 from deep and shooting 52.9% overall. Zeke Mayo and Dishon Jackson each added 17 points, with Mayo shooting 36.8% from the field. The Cyclones also grabbed 13 offensive rebounds and dished out 17 assists, while hitting 72% of their free throws (18/25).</p><p>Despite Iowa State's strong defensive effort, they couldn't contain their opponent's three-point shooting, allowing 8 threes on 13 attempts for a 61% success rate. Overall, the Cyclones gave up 57 points, with their opponent shooting 40% from the field on 24 of 59 attempts.</p> <p>Iowa State held their opponent to just 34% shooting from two-point range, with 16 makes on 46 attempts. From the free-throw line, their opponent hit 18 of 25 shots, good for 72%. The Cyclones also allowed 13 offensive rebounds.</p><h3>Can the Mountaineers Please their Home Crowd?</h3><h3>West Virginia Mountaineers Recent Game/Games</h3>

<p>West Virginia fell to 12-4 on the season after a 70-54 road loss to Houston on Wednesday. The Mountaineers entered the game as +16 point underdogs and pushed against the spread.</p> 

<p>After trailing 40-27 at halftime, West Virginia scored 27 points in the 2nd half while allowing 30. The game’s total points of 124 came in just under the O/U line of 124.5.</p><p>West Virginia's offense struggled in their last game, putting up just 54 points. They shot 44.2% from the field, with an effective field goal percentage of 55.8%. From beyond the arc, they hit 9 of 22 attempts, shooting 40.9%, while connecting on 7 of 11 free throws (63.6%).</p> <p>J'Wan Roberts led the way with 22 points, shooting 76.9% from the field. L.J. Cryer added 18 points, hitting 5 threes at a 50% clip. Javon Small contributed 8 assists, while Amani Hansberry and Emanuel Sharp each knocked down 3 triples.</p><p>West Virginia's defense gave up 70 points, allowing their opponent to shoot 49% from the field. They struggled to contain two-point shots, with their opponent hitting 56% (14/25).</p> <p>From beyond the arc, West Virginia allowed 11 threes on 26 attempts, a 42% shooting performance. They also sent their opponent to the line 12 times, where they converted 9 free throws (75%).</p>

Iowa State Cyclones vs West Virginia Mountaineers NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 1/18/25

<p>Betting on today's Tigers and Panthers game? Catch the action at Petersen Events Center in Pittsburgh, PA, as the Panthers hosts this showdown at 12:00 ET on ACCN. The odds for this Atlantic Coast conference game currently have Pittsburgh as the -2.5 point favorite with the over/under line sitting at 141.5 points.</p><h3>CLEMSON TIGERS VS PITTSBURGH PANTHERS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Pittsburgh Panthers -2.5</p><p>This game will be played at Petersen Events Center at 12:00 ET on Saturday, January 18th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE PITTSBURGH 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 Pittsburgh pick up the win, but look for them to cover at -2.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 141.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 146 points.</li></ul><h3>Can The Tigers Secure a Road Victory?</h3><p>Clemson improved to 14-4 on the season with a 70-59 road win over Georgia Tech on Tuesday, January 14th. The Tigers entered the game as 6-point favorites and covered the spread, while the total points of 129 fell short of the 144.5 O/U line.</p> <p>After leading 36-25 at halftime, Clemson matched Georgia Tech’s 34 points in the 2nd half to secure the win.</p><p>In their last game, Clemson's offense put up 70 points, shooting 44.2% from the field and 34.8% from beyond the arc. Their effective field goal percentage was 51.9%, and they connected on 80% of their free throws, going 16-for-20 from the line.</p> <p>Jaeden Zackery led the way with 21 points, hitting 3-of-5 from three-point range and shooting 58.3% overall. Ian Schieffelin added 16 points and 6 assists, while Baye Ndongo contributed 14 points and grabbed 12 rebounds.</p><p>Despite giving up 12 offensive rebounds, Clemson’s defense held their opponent to just 59 points on 35% shooting from the field. The Tigers limited damage inside, allowing only 12 two-point field goals on 34 attempts, also at a 35% clip.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Clemson’s opponent shot 35%, hitting 7 of their 20 three-point attempts. At the free-throw line, they managed 14 points, shooting 73% on 19 attempts.</p><h3>Taking a Look at the Panthers Chances at Home</h3><h3>Pittsburgh Panthers Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Pittsburgh fell to 12-5 on the season after an 82-70 road loss to Florida State on Wednesday, January 15th. The Panthers, who were -3 favorites going into the game, failed to cover the spread.</p> 

<p>After trailing 28-23 at halftime, Pittsburgh’s defense struggled in the 2nd half, allowing 54 points while scoring 47. The game’s total points of 152 went over the pre-game O/U line of 148.5.</p><p>Pittsburgh's offense struggled from the field in their last game, shooting just 37.5% overall, with a 37.1% mark on two-pointers. They connected on 38.1% of their threes, hitting 8 of 21 attempts, and finished with an effective field goal percentage of 44.6%.</p> <p>The Panthers were strong at the free-throw line, making 20 of 22 attempts for a 90.9% rate. Jamir Watkins led the team with 26 points and 8 rebounds, while Jaland Lowe added 22 points and 5 assists. Malique Ewin contributed 18 points and 13 rebounds, and Jorge Diaz Graham hit 4 of 5 threes, finishing with 17 points.</p><p>Despite shooting just 42% from the field, Pittsburgh’s opponent managed to score 82 points. They shot 48% on two-point attempts, making 18 of 37 shots.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Pittsburgh’s defense held their opponent to 31% shooting, with 6 made threes on 19 attempts. However, they sent them to the free-throw line 33 times, where they converted 28 free throws, shooting 84%.</p>

Clemson Tigers vs Pittsburgh Panthers NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 1/18/25

<p>At 10:00 ET, the Sacramento Kings (-341) will host the Atlanta Hawks (+272) in a non-conference matchup. The Kings are favored by 8 points and the over/under line is 237.</p>

<p>The Kings (23-18) are currently on a 4-game losing streak and are 8th in the Western Conference. The Hawks (18-24) are 10th in the Eastern Conference and are 3rd in the Southeast Division.</p><h3>ATLANTA HAWKS VS SACRAMENTO KINGS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Atlanta Hawks +8</p><p>This game will be played at Golden 1 Center at 10:00 ET on Monday, January 22nd.</p><h3>WHY BET THE ATLANTA HAWKS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 119-115 in favor of the Hawks.</li><li>Our projections have Dejounte Murray finishing with Dejounte Murray points, 5 rebounds and 5 assists.</li><li>From the field, we have the Hawks finishing with a field goal percentage of 47.9% and knocking down 9 threes.</li></ul><h3>Does Atlanta Have A Chance at Golden 1 Center?</h3><p>In their last game against the Cavaliers, the Hawks lost by a score of 116-95. The O/U line for that game was 231 points, and Atlanta was a 2.5-point underdog. This loss dropped their overall record to 18-24 for the season.</p>

<p>As the underdog this season, the Hawks are 6-14 straight-up and 6-14 against the spread. On average, they have been outscored by 4.8 points per game in their games as the underdog.</p>

<p>On the road, Atlanta has a record of 10-12 this season, and they are 7-15 ATS on the road. Their average scoring differential on the road is -1.6 points per game.</p>

<p>For the season, the Hawks are 11-31 ATS, and they have failed to cover the spread in their last two road games. Today, they are 8-point underdogs, and their O/U record for the season is 22-20.</p>

<p>The Hawks' O/U streak is at six games, and their games have averaged a combined 242.5 points per game. Today's O/U line is set at 237, which is slightly lower than their season average of 240.</p>

<p>In the Eastern Conference, the Hawks are in 10th place with a record of 18-24. Against the East, they are 12-20 compared to 6-4 in non-conference games.</p><p>So far this season, the Hawks have been one of the NBA's most potent offenses, averaging 120 points per game (5th). This includes an average of 119.8 points per game on the road (3rd).</p>

<p>When it comes to their shooting, Atlanta is 22nd in field goal percentage at 46%. They are also 8th in three-pointers made per game (13.7) and 17th in three-point shooting percentage (36%).</p>

<p>Overall, the Hawks have outscored the NBA scoring average in 59.5% of their games this season. However, they have scored below their own average in each of their last six games.</p><p>Currently, the Hawks' defense holds the 27th rank in the NBA, allowing 122.5 points per game. In the terms of takeaways, Hawks are causing 13.3 turnovers per game, ranking 19th in the league. They also enter the matchup ranked 24th in rejections, averaging 4.5 blocked shots each game.</p><h3>Is A Home Victory Likely for the Favored Kings?</h3><p>Today, the Kings are favored by 8 points against the Hawks. This season, Sacramento has been favored in 31 of their 41 games and has a 19-12 record as the favorite. As the favorite, the Kings have an average scoring margin of 0 points per game.</p>

<p>In their last four games, the Kings have lost straight up and are 23-18 overall, which is good for 8th place in the Western Conference. In the Pacific Division, they are 3rd.</p>

<p>Sacramento's most recent game was a 126-121 loss to the Pacers. They were favored by 8.5 points in that game, giving them a 22-19 ATS record for the season. The O/U line for that game was 244 points.</p>

<p>This year, the Kings have an O/U record of 20-20-1, and their games have averaged 236.2 points per game. Today's O/U line is set at 237 points.</p>

<p>In terms of ATS, the Kings are 9-12 at home and 13-7 on the road. They have failed to cover the spread in their last two home games and are 22-19 overall.</p>

<p>Against other Western Conference teams, the Kings are 15-13 compared to 8-5 in non-conference games.</p><p>The Kings have been one of the NBA's most potent offenses this season, averaging 118.2 points per game (8th). At home, they've been even better, scoring 121.3 points per game (6th).</p>

<p>Sacramento's offense is heavily reliant on the three-point shot. They are 3rd in the NBA in three-point attempts (40.6) and 3rd in made threes (15.1). Overall, they are 10th in three-point shooting percentage (37%).</p>

<p>When it comes to two-point shots, the Kings are 6th in the league in shooting percentage (56%). However, they are only 22nd in two-point makes and 26th in two-point attempts.</p><p>Looking at the Kings defense, they will be looking for a better performance considering they are currently conceding 118.0 points per game (21st). On two point field goal attempts, the Kings' defensive unit is allowing a field goal percentage of 54.8% and allowing 38.7% from beyond the arc.</p>

Atlanta Hawks vs Sacramento Kings Betting Pick & Prediction 1/22/24

<p>The Denver Nuggets (-247) are 6.5-point favorites against the Orlando Magic (+204) on the road. The over/under line for this game is 222 points.</p>

<p>Denver comes into this game with a 25-16 record and is 4th in the Western Conference. The Magic are 7th in the East and have lost two straight games.</p><h3>DENVER NUGGETS VS ORLANDO MAGIC BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Denver Nuggets -6.5</p><p>This game will be played at Kia Center at 6:00 ET on Sunday, January 19th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE DENVER NUGGETS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 130-80 in favor of the Nuggets.</li><li>Our projections have Nikola Jokic finishing with 28 points, 13 rebounds and 9 assists.</li><li>From the field, we have the Nuggets finishing with a field goal percentage of 49.0% and knocking down 12 threes.</li></ul><h3>Will the Nuggets Pull Through as the Favored Road Team?</h3><p>The Nuggets improved to 25-16 this season after a 133-113 win over the Heat on Friday. Denver, favored by 3 points, covered the spread with the 20-point victory. The game’s total of 246 points went over the 228.5-point line.</p> <p>Denver led 30-24 after the 1st quarter and extended their lead by outscoring Miami 37-31 in the 2nd. Both teams scored 31 points in the 3rd, and the Nuggets finished strong, winning the 4th quarter 35-27.</p><p>The Nuggets put up 133 points in their win over the Heat, shooting 54.3% from the field and hitting 16 threes at a 48.5% clip. Jamal Murray led the way with 30 points and 8 assists, while Nikola Jokic added 24 points, 12 rebounds, and 10 assists, shooting 75% from the floor.</p> <p>Murray scored 11 points in the 2nd quarter, while Jokic added 12 in the 3rd. Julian Strawther contributed 11 of his 14 points in the 4th quarter, and Aaron Gordon scored 10 of his 16 points in the 2nd.</p><p>Defensively, the Nuggets gave up 113 points to the Heat, who shot 49% from the field. Denver allowed 24 points in the 1st quarter, 31 in both the 2nd and 3rd, and 27 in the 4th.</p> <p>The Nuggets did a great job defending the three, holding the Heat to 9 made threes on 27% shooting. Denver also sent Miami to the line 14 times, where they made all their free throws. The Nuggets finished with 34 defensive rebounds, allowing 6 offensive boards, while also recording 5 steals.</p><h3>Can the Magic Pull Off a Home Win?</h3><p>Orlando fell to 23-20 on the season after a 121-94 road loss to the Celtics on Friday. The Magic were +14.5 point underdogs going into the game and failed to cover the spread. The total points for the game were 215, just over the 213.5 line.</p> <p>Orlando struggled throughout the game, losing each quarter. They trailed 35-28 after the 1st quarter and 66-54 at halftime. By the end of the 3rd quarter, they were down 96-76, and they managed only 18 points in the 4th while Boston added 25.</p><p>In their 121-94 loss to the Celtics, the Magic's offense struggled, shooting just 41.5% from the field and making only 5 three-pointers at a 15.6% clip. Cole Anthony led the way with 23 points and 7 rebounds, hitting 2 threes at 40% efficiency.</p> <p>Paolo Banchero added 21 points and 4 assists, while Wendell Carter Jr. contributed 15 points and 9 boards. Anthony scored 11 of his points in the 2nd quarter, while Banchero put up 9 in the opening period.</p><p>Defensively, the Magic struggled against the Celtics, giving up 121 points on 52% shooting. Orlando allowed 35 points in the 1st quarter and 31 in the 2nd, with Boston scoring 30 in the 3rd. The Magic's best defensive effort came in the 4th, where they allowed 25 points.</p> <p>Orlando had trouble defending the three, as the Celtics hit 17 threes at a 45% clip. The Magic also sent Boston to the line 22 times, where they converted 20 free throws. Defensively, the Magic recorded 3 steals and 3 blocks.</p>

Denver Nuggets vs Orlando Magic Betting Pick & Prediction 1/19/25

<p>At 9:00 ET, the Bulls will be in Phoenix to take on the Suns in a non-conference matchup. The Suns are currently favored by 5.5, and the over/under line is set at 228.5.</p>

<p>Chicago comes in with a record of 21-23, and they are 9th in the Eastern Conference. They have won two straight games. As for Phoenix, they are 24-18 and 7th in the West. They have won five straight games.</p><h3>CHICAGO BULLS VS PHOENIX SUNS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Phoenix Suns -5.5</p><p>This game will be played at Footprint Center at 9:00 ET on Monday, January 22nd.</p><h3>WHY BET THE PHOENIX SUNS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 117-111 in favor of the Suns.</li><li>Our projections have Kevin Durant finishing with Kevin Durant points, 6 rebounds and 5 assists.</li><li>From the field, we have the Suns finishing with a field goal percentage of 48.2% and knocking down 15 threes.</li></ul><h3>Will Chicago Pull Through as the Underdog Road Team?</h3><p>The Bulls have an O/U record of 22-21-1 this season, and their games have averaged 222.6 points per game. Today's O/U line is set at 228.5, which is higher than 36 of their previous games.</p>

<p>Chicago's ATS record for the season is 22-21, and they have covered the spread in their last two games. As the underdog, they are 8-16 vs. the spread this season.</p>

<p>In their win over the Grizzlies, the Bulls were favored by 7.5 points and won by a score of 125-96. The O/U line for that game was 215 points.</p>

<p>After starting the season 8-16 as the underdog vs. the spread, the Bulls have lost four straight games as the underdog. As the favorite, they are 10-9 vs. the spread.</p>

<p>Chicago's overall record is 21-23, which is currently 9th in the Eastern Conference. On the road, they are 7-13 compared to 14-10 at home.</p>

<p>Looking at the Eastern Conference standings, the Bulls are in 4th place in the Central Division. Against other Eastern Conference teams, they are 13-16 compared to 8-7 against the West.</p><p>This season, the Bulls have been a below-average offensive team, ranking 27th in the league at 110.6 points per game. On the road, they have averaged 109.4 points per game.</p>

<p>Chicago has struggled from three-point range this season, hitting just 35% of their attempts (18th). They are also 24th in field goal percentage at 46%.</p>

<p>When it comes to pace, the Bulls are 28th in the league, averaging 96.6 possessions per game. In terms of assists, they are 28th at 24.3 per game.</p><p>The Bulls' defense is presently ranked 9th in the league, allowing an average of 112.0 points per contest. When it comes to forced turnovers, the Bulls are forcing 11.8 per game, which is 5th in the league. They also come into the game sitting 18th in blocked shots at 5 per game.</p><h3>Will the Suns Make it Happen at Home?</h3><p>Phoenix is 24-18 this season and has won five straight games to move into 7th place in the Western Conference. In games against other Western Conference teams, the Suns are 16-14 and 5-7 against other teams in the Pacific Division.</p>

<p>At home, the Suns are 13-11 straight-up and 7-16 against the spread. As the favorite, they are 20-10 this season and 10-19 vs. the spread as the favorite. Their average scoring margin at home is +2.0 points per game.</p>

<p>Phoenix's last game was a 117-110 win over the Pacers. They were favored by 7 points in that game, resulting in a push against the spread. The O/U line for that game was 246 points.</p>

<p>This season, the Suns have an O/U record of 22-20, with the under hitting in their last three games. On average, their games have finished with 230.3 points per game.</p>

<p>So far this season, the Suns have been one of the most efficient shooting teams in the league. They are 8th in field goal percentage and 5th in true shooting percentage. In terms of scoring, Phoenix is 13th in the NBA at 116.1 points per game.</p>

<p>When playing at home, the Suns have averaged 117 points per game, which is 12th in the league. Overall, they have outscored the NBA scoring average in 52.4% of their games.</p>

<p>Coming into this game, the Suns have made the 2nd most free throws per game in the NBA. They are also 24th in pace at 97.8 possessions per game.</p><p>Currently, the Suns' defense holds the 15th rank in the NBA, allowing 114.2 points per game. Inside the arc, the Suns defense is giving up a shooting percentage of 53.3% and 37.1% from three-point territory.</p>

Chicago Bulls vs Phoenix Suns Betting Pick & Prediction 1/22/24

<p>At 8:30 ET, the Dallas Mavericks (24-18) will host the Boston Celtics (33-10) in a non-conference matchup. The Celtics are currently favored by 3 points and have a moneyline of -149.</p>

<p>This game will be played at the American Airlines Center in Dallas and can be seen on NBCS. The Celtics are 1st in the Eastern Conference, while the Mavericks are 6th in the Western Conference.</p><h3>BOSTON CELTICS VS DALLAS MAVERICKS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Dallas Mavericks +3</p><p>This game will be played at American Airlines Center at 8:30 ET on Monday, January 22nd.</p><h3>WHY BET THE DALLAS MAVERICKS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 116-114 in favor of the Celtics.</li><li>Our projections have Jayson Tatum finishing with Jayson Tatum points, 8 rebounds and 4 assists.</li><li>From the field, we have the Celtics finishing with a field goal percentage of 48.2% and knocking down 14 threes.</li></ul><h3>Will Boston Find a Way to Win on the Road?</h3><p>In their games this season, the Celtics have had an average over/under line of 230.7, which is lower than today's line of 240.5. The team's games have averaged 231 points per game.</p>

<p>Boston has hit the under in four straight games, including their most recent game against the Rockets. The O/U line for that game was 226.5, and the teams combined for 223 points.</p>

<p>Against the spread, the Celtics are 20-21 for the season, and they have failed to cover in their last two games. On the road, their ATS record is 8-13 compared to 12-8 at home.</p>

<p>The Celtics are 33-10 overall this season, which is the best record in the Eastern Conference. In their last game, they beat the Rockets by a score of 116-107. Boston was favored by 12 points in that game.</p>

<p>For the season, the Celtics have been favored in 31 of their 43 games. Their ATS record as the favorite is 18-20, and they are favored by 3 points today. As the favorite, they have gone 31-9 straight-up.</p><p>Heading into their matchup against the Mavericks, the Celtics are one of the top scoring teams in the league, averaging 120.3 points per game (4th). However, their scoring numbers drop slightly on the road, where they average 117.9 points per game (7th).</p>

<p>So far this season, the Celtics have scored below the NBA scoring average in 30.2% of their games. In terms of pace, Boston is 17th in the league at 98.7 possessions per game.</p>

<p>When it comes to shooting, the Celtics are 15th in field goal percentage (47%) and have the 6th-best true shooting percentage. They are also one of the best three-point shooting teams in the league, leading the NBA in both three-point makes (16.2) and attempts (42.7) per game.</p><p>Not only do the Celtics' overall defensive numbers look good, as they are 4th in the league in points allowed. Boston has also been playing well on defense of late, ranking 9th in the league over their last three games at 102.3 PPG allowed. Most recently, the Celtics' defense put together a solid performance, giving up just 107 points to the Rockets.</p><h3>Will the Mavericks Make it Happen at Home?</h3><p>Dallas is 24-18 on the season and is currently 6th in the Western Conference standings. In the Southwest Division, they are in 2nd place.</p>

<p>The Mavericks lost their last game to the Lakers by a score of 127-110. The O/U line for that game was 245 points. The Mavs were 3-point underdogs going into the game.</p>

<p>On the season, the Mavericks have an average scoring differential of +4.5 points per game at home. Against the spread at home, they are 11-11 compared to 12-8 on the road.</p>

<p>As underdogs this season, the Mavericks are 7-10 straight-up and 8-9 against the spread. Today, they are 3-point underdogs and have an ATS record of 23-19.</p>

<p>In their games this season, the Mavericks have averaged 235.9 points per game, which is lower than today's O/U line of 240.5. Their O/U record for the season is 24-18.</p>

<p>The Mavericks are coming off a loss to the Lakers, and they did not cover the spread. In the game, the teams combined for 237 points, which was below the O/U line of 245.</p><p>When playing at home, the Mavericks have been the 7th highest scoring team in the NBA, averaging 120.7 points per game. Overall, they are 7th in the league with an average of 118.5 points per game. In terms of pace, Dallas is 11th in the NBA.</p>

<p>One of the strengths of the Mavericks' offense has been their three-point shooting. They are 2nd in the NBA in both three-point attempts and makes. However, their three-point shooting percentage is 15th in the league at 36%. In terms of field goal percentage, Dallas is 17th in the NBA.</p>

<p>Overall, the Mavericks have been an above-average offensive team this season. They are 12th in true shooting percentage and 17th in free throw attempts. In terms of assists, Dallas is 23rd in the NBA.</p><p>At present, the Mavericks' defense is ranked 20th, allowing 117.4 points per game. The Dallas defense has allowed opponents to shoot 36.5% from beyond the arc this season. Opposing teams are also hitting 48.2% of their field goal attempts vs. Dallas.</p>

Boston Celtics vs Dallas Mavericks Betting Pick & Prediction 1/22/24

<p>Planning on watching today's Spartans and Spartans game? Catch the action at Lee's Family Forum in Henderson, NV, as the Spartans hosts this showdown at 11:00 ET on MWN. UNCG comes into this non-conference matchup as the -4.5 point favorite. The over/under line currently sits at 133.5 points.</p><h3>UNCG SPARTANS VS SAN JOSE STATE SPARTANS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: UNCG Spartans -4.5</p><p>This game will be played at Lee's Family Forum at 11:00 ET on Tuesday, November 26th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE UNCG SPARTANS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 77-69 in favor of the Spartans.</li><li>Not only will San Jose State pick up the win, but look for them to cover at +4.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 133.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 146 points.</li></ul><h3>Is It the Spartans Game to Lose on the Road?</h3><p>UNCG improved to 4-1 on the season with a dominant 71-48 win over Long Beach State on Monday. The Spartans were -7.5 favorites going into the game and covered the spread with ease.</p> <p>UNCG took control early, leading 35-24 at halftime, and continued to stifle Long Beach State in the 2nd half, allowing just 24 points while scoring 36 of their own. The total points for the game were 119, falling short of the 132.5 O/U line.</p><p>UNCG's offense put up 71 points in their last game, shooting 38.7% from the field. They connected on 41.4% of their threes, hitting 12 of 29 attempts, while their two-point shooting was just 36.4% (12/33).</p> <p>Kenyon Giles led the way with 22 points, shooting 61.5% overall and 83.3% from deep (5/6). Donovan Atwell and Devin Askew each added 16 points, with Atwell hitting 4 threes at a 50% clip.</p><p>The UNCG Spartans put on a defensive clinic, holding their opponent to just 48 points on 30% shooting from the field. They were particularly effective inside the arc, where they limited the opposition to 34% shooting on two-point attempts.</p> <p>From beyond the three-point line, the Spartans' defense was even more stifling, as they allowed just 3 made threes on 15 attempts, a 20% shooting performance. They also sent their opponent to the free-throw line 21 times, where they converted 13 of those attempts for 61%.</p><h3>Can San Jose State Lock in a Home Win?</h3><p>San Jose State picked up a 71-65 win over UTEP on Monday, November 25th. The Spartans were +4 point underdogs but not only pulled off the upset but also covered the spread.</p> <p>San Jose State led 36-27 at halftime and scored 35 points in the 2nd half while allowing 38. The total points for the game were 136, just under the O/U line of 136.5.</p><p>San Jose State's offense was clicking in their last game, shooting 51.2% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 60.5%. They connected on 46.7% of their three-point attempts, going 7-for-15 from deep, and hit 80% of their free throws, making 20 of 25.</p> <p>Will McClendon was a standout, hitting 5-of-8 threes and finishing with 22 points. Josh Uduje led the team with 23 points, while Corey Camper Jr. added 21 points and 5 assists. The Spartans also grabbed 11 offensive rebounds and dished out 14 assists as a team.</p><p>Even though the Spartans allowed 65 points, San Jose State's defense struggled, giving up 51% shooting from the field. They allowed 15 two-point baskets on 53% shooting.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, their opponent shot 46%, hitting 7 threes. San Jose State also sent them to the free-throw line 25 times, where they converted 20 free throws at an 80% rate.</p>

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