<p>At 8:00 ET, the Toronto Raptors (7-23) will travel to Memphis to take on the Grizzlies (20-10) in a non-conference matchup. The Grizzlies are currently favored by 11.5 points and have a moneyline of -624.</p>

<p>TSN will have the TV coverage for this game, which is set to take place at FedExForum. The over/under line is currently sitting at 238.5 points.</p><h3>TORONTO RAPTORS VS MEMPHIS GRIZZLIES BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Memphis Grizzlies -11.5</p><p>This game will be played at FedExForum at 8:00 ET on Thursday, December 26th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE MEMPHIS GRIZZLIES:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 141-122 in favor of the Grizzlies.</li><li>Our projections have Ja Morant finishing with 23 points, 5 rebounds and 8 assists.</li><li>From the field, we have the Grizzlies finishing with a field goal percentage of 45.9% and knocking down 15 threes.</li></ul><h3>Is A Road Victory Likely for Underdog Toronto?</h3><p>The Raptors fell to 7-23 on the season after a 139-125 road loss to the Knicks on Monday. Toronto entered the game as +13.5 point underdogs and failed to cover the spread, losing by 14. The total score of 264 points exceeded the O/U line of 227.5 by 36.5 points.</p> <p>The Knicks took control with a 10-0 run, extending their lead from 37-34 to 47-34. They outscored the Raptors 40-24 in the 2nd quarter and 41-30 in the 3rd. Toronto made a push in the 4th, outscoring New York 43-28, but it was too late as they entered the final quarter trailing 111-82.</p><p>In their 139-125 loss to the Knicks, the Raptors shot 54.5% from the field and hit 39.3% from deep, making 11 threes. Scottie Barnes led the way with 24 points and 8 assists, while RJ Barrett added 23 points and 6 rebounds.</p> <p>Chris Boucher made 4 threes at an 80% clip, finishing with 16 points, including 10 in the 4th quarter. Gradey Dick and Ja'Kobe Walter also contributed 16 points, with Walter scoring 6 in the final period.</p><p>The Raptors struggled defensively against the Knicks, giving up 139 points on 59% shooting. Toronto allowed 30 points in the 1st quarter, 40 in the 2nd, and 41 in the 3rd before holding New York to 28 points in the 4th.</p> <p>Toronto also had trouble defending the three, as the Knicks hit 17 threes at a 45% clip. The Raptors sent New York to the line 29 times, where they made 20 free throws. Defensively, Toronto recorded 6 steals and 3 blocks.</p><h3>Is A Home Victory Likely for the Favored Grizzlies?</h3><p>Memphis dropped to 20-10 on the season following a 114-110 loss to the Clippers on Monday. The Grizzlies were favored by six points at home but failed to cover the spread, losing outright. The total points for the game came in at 224, falling short of the 230.5-point line.</p> <p>Memphis led 58-51 at halftime, but the Clippers went on an 11-0 run, extending their lead to 77-61. The Grizzlies battled back to trail 91-90 heading into the 4th quarter, but the Clippers outscored them 23-20 in the final period to seal the win.</p><p>Jaren Jackson Jr. led the Grizzlies with 24 points in their 114-110 loss to the Clippers, scoring 12 in the opening quarter. Ja Morant added 23 points, with 8 coming in both the 1st and 3rd quarters. Desmond Bane contributed 21 points, including 5 in the 4th quarter.</p> <p>Memphis hit 16 threes at a 38.1% rate, but struggled overall from the field, shooting just 38.4%. Bane connected on 3 threes, shooting 42.9% from deep, while Morant made 2 threes at 25%.</p><p>Despite a strong defensive effort in the 2nd and 4th quarters, where they allowed just 23 points each, the Grizzlies couldn’t overcome a 40-point 3rd quarter from the Clippers, leading to a 114-110 loss. Memphis did well in limiting Los Angeles from beyond the arc, holding them to 9 made threes on 33% shooting.</p> <p>The Grizzlies sent the Clippers to the line 26 times, where they made 21 free throws. Memphis grabbed 37 defensive rebounds but gave up 15 offensive boards. They also recorded 8 steals and 6 blocks in the game.</p>

Toronto Raptors vs Memphis Grizzlies Betting Pick & Prediction 12/26/24

<p>Betting on today's Buccaneers and Mocs game? Catch the action at Harrah's Cherokee Center in Asheville, NC, as the Mocs hosts this showdown at 6:30 ET on ESPNU. The over/under for this game is set at 140.5 points, and Chattanooga is favored by -7.5 vs. East Tennessee State in a Southern conference matchup.</p><h3>EAST TENNESSEE STATE BUCCANEERS VS CHATTANOOGA MOCS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: East Tennessee State Buccaneers +7.5</p><p>This game will be played at Harrah's Cherokee Center at 6:30 ET on Sunday, March 10th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE EAST TENNESSEE STATE BUCCANEERS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 75-70 in favor of the Mocs.</li><li>Even though we have Chattanooga winning straight-up, we like East Tennessee State at +7.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 140.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 145 points.</li></ul><h3>Can the Buccaneers Pull Off a Win at Asheville?</h3><p>East Tennessee State is 18-15 overall this season and has won four straight games. The Buccaneers are 10-10 in Southern Conference play and 8-5 in non-conference games. They are 6-11 on the road this season, and they have gone 4-6 in their last 10 games away from home. East Tennessee State's average scoring margin on the road this season is -4.3 points per game.</p>

<p>As the underdog, the Buccaneers have gone 6-13 this season. They have been the underdog in 19 of their 33 games this season. In their last game, East Tennessee State defeated UNCG by a score of 73-62. Their record as the underdog is 6-13 this season.</p><p>As the underdog, East Tennessee State has gone 12-7 vs. the spread this season and they are 17-14 overall. On the road, the Buccaneers have an ATS mark of 9-8 and they are 2-1 vs. the spread in their last three road games. In their last 10 games as the underdog, East Tennessee State has an ATS record of 7-3.</p><p>East Tennessee State's over/under record this season is 17-14 and the average scoring total in their games is 140.2 points. Today's over/under line of 140.5 is similar to the average OU line in their games (141.8). So far, 13 of their games have finished with more points than today's over/under line. Over their last three games, their over/under record is 2-1 and the average scoring total is 143 points.</p><p>In their recent game, the Buccaneers' offense concluded with 73 points, consistent with their ongoing season average of 71.2 points per contest. Leading East Tennessee State in scoring vs. UNCG was Ebby Asamoah with his 24 points. Quimari Peterson also added 17 points for the Buccaneers.</p><p>The Buccaneers' defense is presently ranked 89th nationally, allowing an average of 68.9 points per contest. Against UNCG, the Buccaneers' defense gave up 62 points and did a good job not fouling. For the game, UNCG only made 7 free-throws.</p><h3>Will the Mocs Pull Through as the Favored Home Team?</h3><p>Chattanooga has been a solid team at home this season, going 11-4, and they have won four of their last five games at home. So far, the Mocs have been favored in 21 of their 32 games, going 15-6 in those matchups.</p>

<p>Overall, Chattanooga is 21-11 this season, including a 13-6 mark in Southern Conference play. In their last game, the Mocs defeated Wofford 75-57.</p><p>As the favorite this season, Chattanooga has gone 12-9 vs. the spread. At home, the Mocs are 9-6 ATS this year and have gone 7-3 in their last 10 home games vs. the spread.</p><p>Chattanooga's over/under record for the season sits at 15-15, and today's over/under line of 140.5 is lower than the average over/under line in their games (148.3). Over their last three games, the average scoring total is 145 points, and their over/under record across their last 10 games is 4-6.</p><p>In their latest game, Chattanooga offense put up 75 points against Wofford. They recorded an overall field goal percentage of 45.3% and made 13 threes. Honor Huff is leading the team in scoring at 17.5 points per contest. Jan Zidek has also been a key contributor with a PPG average of 11.4 going into the game.</p><p>Coming into today's game, the Chattanooga defense is giving up an average of 71.2 points per contest. In terms of field goal percentage allowed, Chattanooga's defense has allowed opponents to shoot 41.2% from the field, including a three-point shooting percentage allowed of 33.5% this season.</p>

East Tennessee State Buccaneers vs Chattanooga Mocs Betting Pick & Prediction 3/10/24

<p>At 7:30 ET, the 9th ranked Chicago Bulls (13-17) will travel to Atlanta to take on the 7th ranked Hawks (15-15). The Hawks are favored by 6.5 points and the over/under line is set at 243.</p>

<p>CHSN will broadcast the game from State Farm Arena.</p><h3>CHICAGO BULLS VS ATLANTA HAWKS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Chicago Bulls +6.5</p><p>This game will be played at State Farm Arena at 7:30 ET on Thursday, December 26th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE CHICAGO BULLS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 139-122 in favor of the Bulls.</li><li>Our projections have Zach LaVine finishing with 21 points, 5 rebounds and 4 assists.</li><li>From the field, we have the Bulls finishing with a field goal percentage of 46.0% and knocking down 19 threes.</li></ul><h3>Are the Bulls Ready for a Win at Atlanta?</h3><p>Chicago’s season record dropped to 13-17 after a 112-91 loss to the Bucks on Monday. The Bulls, who were -2.5 point favorites at home, failed to cover the spread. The total score of 203 points fell well short of the 225.5-point O/U line.</p> <p>Milwaukee took control early with a 12-0 run, stretching the score from 11-10 to 23-10. Chicago’s best quarter was the 2nd, where they edged the Bucks 28-26, but they couldn’t close the gap after trailing 92-72 going into the 4th.</p><p>In their 112-91 loss to the Bucks, the Bulls struggled offensively, shooting just 40% from the field and hitting only 10 threes at a 20.8% clip. Nikola Vucevic led the way with 17 points and 12 rebounds, scoring 8 points in both the 1st and 2nd quarters.</p> <p>Zach LaVine and Jalen Smith each added 14 points, with LaVine scoring 9 in the 3rd quarter. Smith contributed 10 of his points in the 2nd period, while Patrick Williams finished with 13 points, scoring 5 in both the 3rd and 4th quarters.</p><p>Defensively, the Bulls struggled in the 1st and 3rd quarters, giving up 33 points in each, as they allowed the Bucks to score 112 points in the game. Chicago did manage to tighten things up in the 4th quarter, holding Milwaukee to 20 points.</p> <p>The Bulls had trouble defending the three, with the Bucks hitting 18 threes at a 41% clip. Chicago sent Milwaukee to the line 17 times, where they made 14 free throws. The Bulls finished with 37 defensive rebounds, giving up 7 offensive boards, while adding 9 steals.</p><h3>Can the Hawks Offense Score Enough at Home?</h3><p>With a 117-104 win over the Timberwolves on Monday, the Hawks evened their season record at 15-15. Atlanta, +3 point underdogs heading into the game, covered the spread with a +13 point victory. The total score of 221 points came in just under the O/U line of 223.5.</p> <p>Atlanta started strong, going on a 12-0 run early and leading 35-19 after the 1st quarter. However, the Timberwolves responded by outscoring the Hawks 36-17 in the 2nd quarter. After an even 3rd quarter (30-30), Atlanta clamped down in the 4th, holding the Timberwolves to 19 points while scoring 35 of their own to seal the win.</p><p>In their win over the Timberwolves, the Hawks shot 53.4% from the field and hit 18 threes at a 50% clip. Trae Young led the way with 29 points and 7 assists, while Garrison Mathews added 25 points, knocking down 7 threes at 87.5% shooting.</p> <p>Young scored 12 of his points in the 1st quarter and added 9 more in the 4th. Mathews also came up big in the final period, scoring 10 points, while De'Andre Hunter added 9 of his 19 points in the 3rd quarter.</p><p>The Hawks' defense came up big in the 1st and 4th quarters, allowing just 19 points in each, to help secure a 117-104 win over the Timberwolves. Despite a rough 2nd quarter, where they gave up 36 points, Atlanta held Minnesota to 42% shooting overall.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, the Hawks limited the Timberwolves to 14 made threes on 32% shooting. They also sent Minnesota to the line just 13 times, where they made 12. Defensively, Atlanta recorded 15 steals and 6 blocks.</p>

Chicago Bulls vs Atlanta Hawks Betting Pick & Prediction 12/26/24

<p>The Oklahoma City Thunder (-201) are favored by 5 points over the Pacers (+169) in a non-conference matchup. The over/under line is 226.5 points.</p>

<p>Indiana is currently on a 5-game win streak and is 8th in the Eastern Conference. The Thunder are 1st in the West and have won 8 straight games.</p><h3>OKLAHOMA CITY THUNDER VS INDIANA PACERS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Indiana Pacers +5</p><p>This game will be played at Gainbridge Fieldhouse at 7:00 ET on Thursday, December 26th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE INDIANA PACERS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 125-113 in favor of the Pacers.</li><li>Our projections have Pascal Siakam finishing with 21 points, 8 rebounds and 3 assists.</li><li>From the field, we have the Pacers finishing with a field goal percentage of 50.0% and knocking down 14 threes.</li></ul><h3>Will the Thunder Pull Through as the Favored Road Team?</h3><p>The Thunder improved to 23-5 this season with a 123-105 win over the Wizards on Monday. Playing at home, Oklahoma City was favored by 18 points, and the final score matched that spread. The game’s total points of 228 narrowly exceeded the 226.5-point line.</p> <p>A key moment came when the Thunder went on a 15-0 run, turning a 37-32 deficit into a 47-37 lead. After a 38-31 second quarter, both teams scored 24 points in the third. Oklahoma City then clamped down defensively, holding Washington to 18 points in the fourth while scoring 32 of their own.</p><p>Shai Gilgeous-Alexander's 41 points and 9 rebounds powered the Thunder to a win over the Wizards, shooting 56% from the field and hitting 3 threes at a 50% clip. Jalen Williams added 17 points, with 11 coming in the 1st quarter, while Isaiah Hartenstein contributed 16 points and 11 rebounds.</p> <p>Oklahoma City struggled from beyond the arc, making just 10 threes at 26.3%, and shot 44.3% overall. Ajay Mitchell also scored 16 points, with 11 coming in the 4th quarter.</p><p>Despite giving up 63 points in the first half, the Thunder tightened up defensively in the 3rd and 4th quarters, allowing just 42 points in a 123-105 win over the Wizards. Oklahoma City held Washington to 39% shooting from the field.</p> <p>The Thunder sent the Wizards to the free-throw line 20 times, where they made 17 attempts. Oklahoma City collected 15 steals and blocked 9 shots in the game.</p><h3>Will the Indiana Defense Show Up at Home?</h3><p>Indiana moved to 15-15 on the season with a 111-105 road win over the Warriors on Monday. The Pacers entered the game as +6 point underdogs and not only pulled off the upset but also covered the spread. The total points for the game were 216, falling short of the 231.5 O/U line.</p> <p>After taking control in the 2nd quarter (29-22), Indiana saw their 89-79 lead vanish as the Warriors went on an 11-0 run. However, the Pacers regrouped and held Golden State to 20 points in the 4th quarter while scoring 22 to seal the win.</p><p>Myles Turner led the Pacers with 23 points and 10 rebounds in their win over the Warriors, shooting 64.3% from the field and hitting 3 threes at 42.9%. Pascal Siakam added 20 points, and Tyrese Haliburton contributed 16 points and 12 assists, despite shooting just 28.6% from deep.</p> <p>As a team, the Pacers made 11 threes, shooting 31.4% from beyond the arc, while finishing with an overall field goal percentage of 48.9%. T.J. McConnell scored 11 of his 13 points in the 3rd quarter, and Turner added 9 points in the 4th to help secure the win.</p><p>The Pacers tightened up defensively in the 2nd and 4th quarters, allowing just 22 and 20 points, respectively, to help secure a 111-105 win over the Warriors. Indiana held Golden State to 43% shooting from the field.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, the Pacers limited the Warriors to 12 threes on 31% shooting. Indiana also sent Golden State to the line 21 times, where they made 15 free throws. The Pacers finished with 7 steals and 4 blocks.</p>

Oklahoma City Thunder vs Indiana Pacers Betting Pick & Prediction 12/26/24

<p>The Hornets (-172) will be looking to snap a five-game losing streak when they take on the Wizards (+146) in a Southeast Division matchup. The over/under line for the game is 227.5 points.</p>

<p>This game will be played at the Capital One Arena in Washington and is scheduled to tip off at 7:00 ET. The Hornets are currently 13th in the Eastern Conference with a record of 7-22, while the Wizards are 15th in the East and have dropped two straight.</p><h3>CHARLOTTE HORNETS VS WASHINGTON WIZARDS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Charlotte Hornets -4</p><p>This game will be played at Capital One Arena at 7:00 ET on Thursday, December 26th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE CHARLOTTE HORNETS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 135-126 in favor of the Hornets.</li><li>Our projections have LaMelo Ball finishing with 27 points, 5 rebounds and 7 assists.</li><li>From the field, we have the Hornets finishing with a field goal percentage of 45.5% and knocking down 15 threes.</li></ul><h3>Can the Hornets Pull Out the Win as Road Favorites?</h3><p>The Hornets fell to 7-22 on the season after a 114-101 home loss to the Rockets on Monday. Charlotte, who entered the game as +6 point underdogs, failed to cover the spread. The total points for the game came in at 215, falling short of the 221-point over/under line.</p> <p>Houston took control early, going on a 14-0 run to extend their lead from 14-10 to 28-14. The Rockets dominated the 1st and 2nd quarters, outscoring the Hornets 62-31. Charlotte showed some fight in the 2nd half, winning the 3rd and 4th quarters 70-52, but it wasn’t enough to overcome the deficit.</p><p>The Hornets struggled offensively in their 114-101 loss to the Rockets, shooting just 41.6% from the field and hitting only 10 threes at a 27.8% clip. Miles Bridges led the way with 24 points and 8 rebounds, while LaMelo Ball added 23 points and connected on 5 threes at 45.5% efficiency.</p> <p>Bridges scored 15 of his points in the 4th quarter, while Ball added 13 in the 3rd. Moussa Diabaté was perfect from the field, finishing with 14 points, including 6 in the final period.</p><p>Despite a strong defensive effort in the 4th quarter, where they allowed just 22 points, the Hornets couldn’t overcome their earlier struggles, giving up 31 points in both the 1st and 2nd quarters, and 30 in the 3rd, leading to a 114-101 loss to the Rockets. Charlotte held Houston to 43% shooting from the field.</p> <p>The Hornets did a solid job defending the perimeter, as the Rockets hit 13 threes on 31% shooting. Houston also went 15/19 from the free-throw line. Charlotte finished with 8 steals and 6 blocks but allowed 21 offensive rebounds.</p><h3>Can the Wizards Hold Strong at Home?</h3><p>The Wizards fell to 4-23 on the season after a 123-105 loss to the Thunder on Monday. Washington entered the game as +18 point underdogs, and the final score resulted in a push. The total points for the game were 228, just over the pre-game line of 226.5.</p> <p>Washington started strong, leading 32-29 after the 1st quarter. However, a 15-0 run by the Thunder in the 2nd quarter shifted momentum. The Wizards kept it close, entering the 4th quarter down 91-87, but were outscored 32-18 in the final period.</p><p>In their 123-105 loss to the Thunder, the Wizards shot just 39.6% from the field, but connected on 16 threes at a 37.2% rate. Jordan Poole led the way with 31 points, hitting 5 threes at 41.7% efficiency.</p> <p>Bub Carrington added 14 points, knocking down 4 threes at 50% from deep. Poole scored 16 of his points in the 2nd quarter, while Jonas Valančiūnas added 8 of his 12 points in the opening period.</p><p>Defensively, the Wizards struggled in the 2nd quarter, giving up 38 points, which contributed to their 123-105 loss to the Thunder. Despite the loss, they did manage to hold Oklahoma City to just 10 made threes on 26% shooting from beyond the arc.</p> <p>Washington sent the Thunder to the line 22 times, where they hit 19 free throws. The Wizards finished with 38 defensive rebounds but allowed 19 offensive boards. They also recorded 7 steals and 8 blocks in the game.</p>

Charlotte Hornets vs Washington Wizards Betting Pick & Prediction 12/26/24

<p>Planning on watching today's Rebels and Tigers game? Catch the action at FedExForum in Memphis, TN, as the Tigers hosts this showdown at 2:00 ET on ESPN2. The over/under for this game is set at 152.5 points, and Memphis is favored by -1.5 against Ole Miss in a non-conference matchup.</p><h3>OLE MISS REBELS VS MEMPHIS TIGERS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Memphis Tigers -1.5</p><p>This game will be played at FedExForum at 2:00 ET on Saturday, December 28th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE MEMPHIS TIGERS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 81-66 in favor of the Tigers.</li><li>Not only will Memphis pick up the win, but look for them to cover at -1.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 152.5 points, and we like the under with a projected 147 points.</li></ul><h3>Are the Rebels Ready for a Road Win?</h3><p>Ole Miss improved to 11-1 on the season with an 80-62 win over Queens (NC) on Saturday. The Rebels were -27.5 favorites at home but didn’t cover the spread. The total points for the game were 142, falling short of the 152-point over/under line.</p> <p>Leading 38-33 at halftime, Ole Miss stepped up in the 2nd half, outscoring Queens 42-29 to secure the win. While they didn’t cover the spread, the Rebels’ strong 2nd half was key to their victory.</p><p>In their latest game, Ole Miss put up 80 points, shooting 47.7% from the field. They were strong inside, hitting 63.2% of their two-point attempts, but struggled from beyond the arc, making just 25.9% of their threes.</p> <p>Sean Pedulla led the way with 25 points, shooting 64.3% overall. Maban Jabriel added 15 points, hitting 5 of 10 from three-point range, while Chris Ashby connected on 4 threes, finishing with 14 points.</p><p>Even though Ole Miss gave up 62 points, they struggled to contain the opposing team's two-point shooting, allowing them to hit 63% from inside the arc on 24/38 shooting. However, the Rebels did a better job defending the three-point line, where the other team managed just 7/27 for 25%.</p> <p>Ole Miss sent the other team to the free-throw line 14 times, where they converted 11 of those attempts for 78%. The Rebels also gave up 8 offensive rebounds in the game.</p><h3>Will the Tigers Secure A Victory as Home Favorites?</h3><p>Memphis dropped to 9-3 on the season after a 79-66 home loss to Mississippi State on Saturday. The Tigers entered the game as +2 underdogs and failed to cover the spread. The combined points of 145 fell short of the 150.5 O/U line.</p> <p>Memphis found themselves in a 48-32 hole at halftime but tightened up defensively in the 2nd half, outscoring the Bulldogs 34-31. However, it wasn’t enough to mount a comeback.</p><p>Memphis struggled offensively in their last game, shooting just 35.8% from the field and 29.6% from beyond the arc. Their effective field goal percentage was 43.4%, and they managed 11 offensive rebounds and 11 assists.</p> <p>PJ Haggerty led the way with 24 points, shooting 53.8% overall and 50% from three. Tyrese Hunter and Riley Kugel each added 19 points, with Hunter hitting 4 threes and Kugel shooting 61.5% from the field.</p><p>Even though Memphis gave up 79 points, their defense held the opposing team to just 35% shooting from the field, with 19 made field goals on 53 attempts. Inside the arc, the Tigers allowed 11 two-point baskets on 26 attempts, a 42% shooting rate.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Memphis limited their opponent to 8 threes on 27 attempts, a 29% shooting performance. However, they sent the other team to the free-throw line 26 times, where they converted 20 of those attempts, shooting 76%. Memphis also gave up 11 offensive rebounds.</p>

Ole Miss Rebels vs Memphis Tigers NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 12/28/24

<p>Looking to win big? The Fightin' Blue Hens and Red Storm face off at 6:00 ET on FS1. The Red Storm are hosting the game at Carnesecca Arena in Queens, NY. The over/under for this non-conference contest is set at 159.5 points, with St. John's being favored by -24.5 over Delaware.</p><h3>DELAWARE FIGHTIN' BLUE HENS VS ST. JOHN'S RED STORM BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Delaware Fightin' Blue Hens +24.5</p><p>This game will be played at Carnesecca Arena at 6:00 ET on Saturday, December 28th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE DELAWARE FIGHTIN' BLUE HENS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 77-69 in favor of the Red Storm.</li><li>Even though we have St. John's winning straight-up, we like Delaware at +24.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 159.5 points, and we like the under with a projected 146 points.</li></ul><h3>Can the Fightin' Blue Hens Lock in a Road Win?</h3><h3>Delaware Fightin' Blue Hens Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>The Blue Hens fell to 5-5 on the season after a 72-64 road loss to Saint Peter's on Friday. Entering the game as +2.5 point underdogs, Delaware not only lost but also failed to cover the spread.</p> 

<p>Delaware trailed 34-33 at halftime and were outscored 38-31 in the second half. The game’s total points of 136 fell short of the 141.5 O/U line.</p><p>In their latest game, Delaware put up 64 points, shooting 42.6% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 48.9%. They hit 53.8% of their two-point attempts, but struggled from beyond the arc, connecting on just 28.6% (6/21) of their threes. At the free-throw line, the Fightin' Blue Hens shot 72%, making 18 of 25 attempts.</p> <p>Mouhamed Sow led the way, hitting 11 of 14 shots, including his only three-point attempt, to finish with 25 points. Niels Lane added 20 points, shooting 61.5% from the field and 50% from three. Bryce Eaton knocked down 5 of 7 threes, contributing 15 points and 7 rebounds, while Izaiah Pasha chipped in 13 points and 5 assists.</p><p>Delaware's defense gave up 72 points in their last game, with opponents shooting 45% from the field on 25 of 55 attempts. Inside the arc, they allowed 17 of 37 shooting, also 45%.</p> <p>From three-point range, Delaware's defense conceded 8 of 18 shooting, a 44% clip. They also sent the opposition to the line 16 times, where they hit 14 free throws, 87%. Delaware allowed 12 offensive rebounds.</p><h3>Is A Home Victory Likely for the Favored Red Storm?</h3><h3>St. John's Red Storm Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>St. John's improved to 10-2 on the season with a 72-70 win over Providence on Friday, December 20th. The Red Storm, who were -5.5 favorites going into the game, didn't cover the spread. The total points for the game were 142, just under the O/U line of 142.5.</p> 

<p>St. John's found themselves trailing 42-29 at halftime but turned things around in the second half, outscoring Providence 43-28 to secure the win. They held the Friars to just 28 points in the second half while scoring 43 points of their own.</p><p>St. John's struggled offensively in their last game, shooting just 39.7% from the field and 16.7% from beyond the arc, hitting only 3 of 18 attempts. Their effective field goal percentage was 41.1%, and they also had a tough time at the free-throw line, converting just 42.3% of their 26 attempts.</p> <p>Zuby Ejiofor led the way with 19 points and 10 rebounds, while Bensley Joseph and Deivon Smith each added 17 points. Joseph hit 3 threes, and Smith contributed 4 assists. The Red Storm grabbed 18 offensive rebounds and finished with 11 assists as a team.</p><p>St. John's defense gave up 70 points in their last game, with the opposing team shooting 48% from the field, hitting 25 of 52 shots. Inside the arc, they allowed 18 two-point baskets on 33 attempts, a 54% shooting rate.</p> <p>From three-point range, the opponent went 7/19, shooting 36%. St. John's also sent them to the free-throw line 17 times, where they converted 13 free throws, shooting 76%. The Red Storm gave up 7 offensive rebounds.</p>

Delaware Fightin' Blue Hens vs St. John's Red Storm NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 12/28/24

<p>From Chase Field in Phoenix, we have the Rockies and Diamondbacks facing off in an NL West matchup. This one gets started at 9:40 PM ET, and the Rockies are the heavy underdogs on the money line (+205). The Diamondbacks are 4-0 in their last four games and their overall record is 67-53. Eduardo Rodriguez will start for the Diamondbacks, while the Rockies are going with Austin Gomber. Colorado is 5th in the NL West and has a record of 44-76.</p>

<p>The over/under line is sitting at 8.5 runs, and the Rockies are 44-76 this season. The Diamondbacks are 2nd in the NL West, and their winning streak has them at 67-53. Eduardo Rodriguez is starting for the Diamondbacks, and the Rockies are going with Austin Gomber. Arizona is 246 on the money line, while the Rockies are the heavy underdogs at +205. </p><h3>COLORADO ROCKIES VS ARIZONA DIAMONDBACKS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: OVER 8.5 Runs</p><p>This game will be played at Chase Field at 9:40 ET on Tuesday, August 13th.</p><h3>HOW TO BET THE ROCKIES VS DIAMONDBACKS:</h3><ul><li>We have the Diamondbacks winning by a score of 6 to 5</li><li>However, if you're looking for a run line pick, we like the Rockies to cover</li><li>As for an over/under pick, we have this game finishing with 11 runs and like the over</li></ul><p>Arizona picked up a 5-4 win over the Rockies in the most recent game of this series. The Diamondbacks had a two-run lead going into the 7th inning, and the Rockies could only muster two more runs in the 8th inning. As for the Diamondbacks, they scored the game's first run in the 2nd inning and didn't score another run until putting up three in the 6th. Heading into the game, the Diamondbacks were favored at -297 on the money line.</p>

<p>Brandon Pfaadt got the win for the Diamondbacks, going seven innings and giving up four earned runs. He finished the game with 11 strikeouts but issued one home run. Justin Martinez got the save. Anthony Molina took the loss for the Rockies, giving up three earned runs in five and two-thirds innings of work.</p>

<p>Jake McCarthy and Josh Bell each homered for the Diamondbacks, while Kevin Newman went 2/3 with two RBIs and a run scored. Brendan Rodgers hit the game's only other home run for the Rockies, going 1/3 with two RBIs.</p><h3>Rockies Records & Stats</h3><p>Colorado is 44-76 overall, putting them 5th in the NL West, 26.5 games behind the Dodgers. So far, they have gone just 13-25 in divisional games. The Rockies are on a three-game losing streak at home and are 4-6 over their last 10 games overall.</p>

<p>So far, the Rockies have really struggled on the road, going 17-44 compared to 27-32 at home. Colorado has yet to win a game as the favorite this year, going 0-0 in those situations. As for their time as the underdog, they are 44-76 this year. The Rockies' overall series record is 9-25-3, and they are losing the series vs. the Diamondbacks 0-1.</p><p>Despite a losing average run margin of -1.6 runs per game, the Rockies have been a profitable team to bet on the run line this season, going 61-59. They have been especially good as the underdog, going 61-59, and have covered the run line in two straight games as the underdog.</p><p>Colorado's games have averaged 10.1 runs per game this season, and the Rockies have gone over the total in 61 of their 117 games. When the O/U line has been set at 8.5 runs, the Rockies have gone 8-8 in those games. Overall, 70 of their games have had higher O/U lines than 8.5 runs, accounting for 58.3% of their contests.</p><p>Left-hander Austin Gomber is starting for the Rockies today as he faces the Diamondbacks on the road. He has made 22 starts this season and has a record of 3-8 with a 4.92 ERA. Gomber's WHIP for the season is 1.32. In his 22 appearances, he has turned in seven quality starts. Gomber's ERA on the road is 6.64, compared to 4.98 at home. Most recently, he gave up five earned runs in three innings of work vs. the Mets, taking the loss. Before that, he had won two straight starts.</p><p>For the season, the Rockies are averaging 4.3 runs per game, which is 16th in the league. They have been a better offensive team at home, averaging 4.9 runs per game, which is 6th in the league. As a team, the Rockies are batting .245, which is 12th in the league, and have the 14th best slugging percentage in the league. Colorado's offense has been good at limiting strikeouts this season, but they are near the bottom of the league in terms of drawing walks.</p>

<p>Brenton Doyle and Ezequiel Tovar have been the Rockies' most consistent hitters this season, as Doyle is batting .265 with a team-high 20 home runs, and Tovar is batting .275 with 19 homers. Tovar is also on a six-game hitting streak. Brendan Rodgers has also been swinging a hot bat of late, going 14/34 in his last nine games, with two homers and seven RBIs.</p><h3>Diamondbacks Records & Stats</h3><p>With an overall record of 67-53, the Diamondbacks are 3.5 games behind the Dodgers for the NL West lead. The Diamondbacks have won four straight games, and they have gone 8-2 across their last 10. Arizona took the series opener vs. the Rockies, and their overall series record is 20-13-4. The Diamondbacks have won eight straight series.</p>

<p>Arizona has been good at home this year, going 35-26, and they are 32-27 on the road. As the favorite, the Diamondbacks are 36-21 this year and 31-32 as the underdog. Their current win streak as the favorite is two games.</p><p>Arizona is 62-58 against the run line this season, with a scoring margin of 0.6 runs per game. The Diamondbacks have been a better bet on the run line on the road, going 34-25 compared to 28-33 at home. They are 39-24 against the run line as the underdog this season.</p><p>The Diamondbacks have had a high-scoring season, with a combined run average of 9.9 runs per game. Their over/under record is 65-49, and they have played in 45 games with over/under lines set at 8.5 runs. In those games, they have gone over the line 26 times, which is a 57.8% over rate.</p><p>Getting the start for the Diamondbacks is Eduardo Rodriguez, who is coming off a win in his first start of the season. Rodriguez went 5 2/3 innings in that outing, giving up 3 runs on 4 hits and striking out 4. He did give up a pair of home runs in that start.</p><p>Arizona comes into today's game as the top-scoring team in the league, averaging 5.2 runs per game. They have been even better at home, averaging 5.4 runs per contest. As a team, the Diamondbacks are batting .261, which is 3rd in the league, and they are also among the league leaders in on-base percentage, slugging, and OPS.</p>

<p>Ketel Marte has been a big run producer for the Diamondbacks this season, as his 81 RBIs are 10th in the league. He also has a team-high 30 home runs, which is 5th in the MLB. Marte is also batting .298 for the season. Jake McCarthy has been swinging a hot bat of late, going 10/22 in his last five games, with three homers and 13 RBIs.</p>

Colorado Rockies vs Arizona Diamondbacks Betting Pick & Prediction 8/13/24

<p>At 8:00 ET, the 12th ranked Brooklyn Nets (11-18) will travel to Milwaukee to take on the 5th ranked Bucks (16-12). The Bucks are favored by 10.5 points and have won two straight games, while the Nets have lost two in a row.</p>

<p>This Eastern Conference matchup will be played at Fiserv Forum and can be seen on YES.</p><h3>BROOKLYN NETS VS MILWAUKEE BUCKS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Milwaukee Bucks -10.5</p><p>This game will be played at Fiserv Forum at 8:00 ET on Thursday, December 26th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE MILWAUKEE BUCKS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 141-73 in favor of the Bucks.</li><li>Our projections have Giannis Antetokounmpo finishing with 30 points, 12 rebounds and 7 assists.</li><li>From the field, we have the Bucks finishing with a field goal percentage of 48.6% and knocking down 17 threes.</li></ul><h3>Will Brooklyn Make it Happen on the Road?</h3><p>The Nets fell to 11-18 on the season after a 110-95 road loss to the Heat on Monday. Brooklyn entered the game as +9.5 point underdogs and failed to cover the spread, losing by 15. The total points for the game were 205, falling short of the 210.5 O/U line.</p> <p>Brooklyn started poorly, allowing 39 points in the 1st quarter, but bounced back by winning the 2nd quarter 29-19. They trailed 83-78 going into the 4th but were outscored 27-17 in the final period.</p><p>In their 110-95 loss to the Heat, the Nets shot just 39.3% from the field, with their three-point shooting at 38.2%, hitting 13 threes. Noah Clowney and Cameron Johnson each scored 19 points, with Clowney hitting 4 threes and Johnson adding 3.</p> <p>Keon Johnson contributed 15 points, and Tyrese Martin added 14, scoring 8 of those in the 3rd quarter. Clowney and Johnson both had strong 2nd quarters, with Clowney scoring 8 points and Johnson adding 7.</p><p>The Nets gave up 39 points in the 1st quarter but tightened up in the 2nd, allowing just 19. They allowed 25 points in the 3rd and 27 in the 4th, giving up 110 points in the loss.</p> <p>Brooklyn allowed Miami to shoot 49% from the field, including 41% from three, with the Heat hitting 17 threes. The Nets sent Miami to the line 24 times, where they made 21 free throws. Defensively, the Nets recorded 9 steals and 2 blocks.</p><h3>Can the Bucks Secure a Win at Home?</h3><p>The Bucks improved to 16-12 on the season with a 112-91 road win over the Bulls on Monday. Milwaukee, who entered the game as +2.5 point underdogs, not only won but covered the spread with a dominant +21 point margin.</p> <p>A 12-0 run early on helped the Bucks jump out to a 33-17 lead after the 1st quarter. Chicago edged Milwaukee 28-26 in the 2nd quarter, but the Bucks responded by outscoring the Bulls 33-27 in the 3rd. Heading into the 4th with a 92-72 lead, Milwaukee held the Bulls to 19 points in the final quarter, while scoring 20. The game’s total of 203 points fell well short of the 225.5 O/U line.</p><p>In their win over the Bulls, the Bucks connected on 18 threes, shooting 41.9% from deep. Their overall field goal percentage was 46%.</p> <p>Khris Middleton and Brook Lopez each scored 21 points, with Middleton adding 10 in the 2nd quarter. Bobby Portis contributed 19 points and 13 rebounds, scoring 9 points in the 3rd quarter.</p><p>The Bucks put on a defensive clinic against the Bulls on Monday, holding them to just 91 points. Milwaukee started strong, allowing only 17 points in the 1st quarter and capped the game with a 19-point 4th quarter. Overall, the Bucks limited the Bulls to 40% shooting from the field.</p> <p>Milwaukee was particularly effective in defending the three-point line, where Chicago shot just 20%, making only 10 threes. The Bucks also sent the Bulls to the free-throw line 12 times, where they made 9. Milwaukee finished the game with 42 defensive rebounds, 7 steals, and 1 block.</p>

Brooklyn Nets vs Milwaukee Bucks Betting Pick & Prediction 12/26/24

Both the Brooklyn Nets and Boston Celtics had pretty good results in their respective opening games, and they are certainly expected to be in the top half of the Eastern Conference playoff queue when all is said and done.

And now let's see how they follow up on that on the NBA's glittering Christmas schedule.
<h3><span style="text-decoration: underline;"><strong>BROOKLYN NETS at BOSTON CELTICS, 5:05 PM ET (Friday)</strong></span></h3>
<h4><strong><a href="http://bangthebook.com/sportsbooks/betanysports">BetAnySports</a> Christmas Day NBA Odds: Nets -3, Total 227.5</strong></h4>
The Celts won a thrilling 122-121 decision over the Milwaukee Bucks in their opening game. They were a little fortunate, in that Giannis missed a key free throw in the final stages. But don't kid yourself; they earned it.

And they did so in the face of some hardship as well. Kemba Walker, one of three 20 ppg scorers in the starting lineup, has had these ongoing knee problems, and after taking a stem cell injection, it is not known when he will be able to return to action. According to coach Brad Stevens, he is "a long way away" from playing. So for now, the Celtics will have to live with that.

The guy who helped the most along those lines against Milwaukee was Jeff Teague, the 12-year veteran who was acquired much for that purpose. Teague, a point guard who can also score, tallied 19 points in the win.

Their top-level talent, including Jaylen Brown and Jayson Tatum and defensive wizard Marcus Smart, is outstanding, but Boston's problem is that it lacks depth. That is why Teague's involvement is welcome.

The Nets simply blew away Golden State right from the beginning. They scored 40 points in the first quarter and didn't look back. Kevin Durant had a successful return from an Achilles injury with 22 points. Kyrie Irving, who is expected to take a lot of shots when he's on the floor, had 26. DeAndre Jordan is expected to have a lot of stat lines like his four points and eleven rebounds, and Steve Nash (and we suppose Durant too) seems to prefer that he is the starter over Jarrett Allen.

There was great defense, or perhaps very little in the way of effective offense on the part of the Warriors, who got just 32% shooting out of the starting lineup. let's face it - Golden State was a rather "willing" opponent, and we're not sure that Boston, with a more capable coach in Brad Stevens, fits that same category.

Still, when it comes to depth, the Nets have a clear advantage. They are able to put out a second unit that consists of Landry Shamet, Allen, Jeff Green and Taurean Prince, in addition to Caris LeVert, who had 20 off the bench the other night. Nash had expressed some concerns about putting LeVert into the starting lineup, because he seems to be more effective when he's got a higher Usage figure. One would imagine he'll come off the bench sometimes, and other times it might be Spencer Dinwiddie.

So Brooklyn simply has more players it can put on the floor. And no starter went more than 25 minutes on Wednesday, so they are definitely not spent. All of this leads us in the direction of Brooklyn as a favorite on Christmas Day.

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<p>The Waves and Broncos are set to face off at 7:00 ET on ESPN+. The Broncos will host the game at Leavey Center in Santa Clara, CA. The over/under line for this matchup is currently at 148.5 points, and Santa Clara is favored by -15.5 to win at home against Pepperdine.</p><h3>PEPPERDINE WAVES VS SANTA CLARA BRONCOS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Pepperdine Waves +15.5</p><p>This game will be played at Leavey Center at 7:00 ET on Saturday, December 28th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE PEPPERDINE WAVES:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 77-71 in favor of the Broncos.</li><li>Even though we have Santa Clara winning straight-up, we like Pepperdine at +15.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 148.5 points, and we like the under with a projected 148 points.</li></ul><h3>Is A Road Victory Likely for Underdog Pepperdine?</h3><h3>Pepperdine Waves Recent Game</h3> 

<p>Pepperdine improved to 5-7 on the season with a dominant 85-46 win over UC Davis on Saturday. The Waves were favored by 1 point and covered the spread with ease. The game’s total points fell short of the 147.5 O/U line, finishing at 131.</p> 

<p>Pepperdine took control early, leading 43-19 at halftime, and continued their strong play in the second half, scoring 42 points while allowing just 27.</p><p>Pepperdine's offense put up 85 points in their last game, shooting 51.6% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 58.1%. They hit 58.5% of their two-point attempts and 38.1% from beyond the arc, connecting on 8 of 21 three-point tries. Their free-throw shooting was a struggle, as they made just 56.5% of their attempts, going 13 for 23 from the line.</p> <p>Dovydas Butka led the way with 18 points and 10 rebounds, shooting 63.6% overall and hitting both of his three-point attempts. Jaxon Olvera added 15 points, making 6 of 8 shots and hitting his only three-point try. The Waves also got 14 offensive rebounds and 18 assists in the win.</p><p>Despite a strong defensive effort, Pepperdine couldn't overcome their own struggles, allowing 46 points while giving up 51% shooting from the field. They allowed 24 two-point baskets on 41 attempts, a 58% success rate for their opponent.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Pepperdine's defense saw 8 threes fall on 21 attempts, with their opponent shooting 38% from deep. They also sent the other team to the line 23 times, where they hit 13 free throws, shooting 56%. Pepperdine gave up 14 offensive rebounds in the game.</p><h3>Will Santa Clara Win at Home?</h3><h3>Santa Clara Broncos Recent Game/Games</h3> <p>Santa Clara improved to 8-5 on the season with a 98-81 home win over South Dakota on Saturday, December 21st. The Broncos entered the game as -18.5 point favorites but didn’t cover the spread. The total points for the game were 179, surpassing the O/U line of 168.5.</p> <p>Santa Clara took control early, leading 60-39 at halftime. However, they allowed South Dakota to outscore them 42-38 in the second half, which contributed to them not covering the spread.</p><p>Santa Clara's offense was firing on all cylinders in their last game, putting up 98 points while shooting 52.7% from the field. They connected on 65% of their two-point attempts and hit 13 threes at a 38.2% clip, resulting in an effective field goal percentage of 62.2%.</p> <p>The Broncos dished out 31 assists and grabbed 15 offensive rebounds. Adama-Alpha Bal led the way with 20 points, shooting 61.5% from the field and 57.1% from three, while adding 5 rebounds and 5 assists.</p><p>Santa Clara's defense struggled in their last game, giving up 81 points on 52% shooting. They allowed 39 made field goals on 74 attempts.</p> <p>Inside the arc, the Broncos gave up 26 two-point baskets on 40 attempts, a 65% shooting percentage. From three-point range, they allowed 13 made threes on 34 attempts, a 38% clip.</p>

Pepperdine Waves vs Santa Clara Broncos NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 12/28/24

The National Hockey League (NHL) is one of the four biggest professional sports in the United States, and it’s usually fourth in terms of popularity. That doesn’t mean that this sport doesn’t have a massive following though, and it’s a sport that leads to some great betting options.

The NHL was founded all the way back in 1917, and the league has seen plenty of growth since that first year. There were only six teams when the league first began playing, but that number has now grown all the way up to 32.

25 of the teams are from the United States while there are also seven teams from Canada. The NHL season typically runs from October through April, with the NHL Stanley Cup Finals taking place during the month of June.

NHL teams play 82 regular season games, and that leads to plenty of NHL betting opportunities. Here is a look at some of the best NHL sportsbooks as well as how to bet on NHL.
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<p>The Bruins and Bulldogs are set to face off at 4:00 ET on FOX. The Bulldogs will host the game at Intuit Dome in Inglewood, CA. The over/under line for this matchup is currently at 148.5 points, and Gonzaga is favored by -4.5 at home against UCLA.</p><h3>UCLA BRUINS VS GONZAGA BULLDOGS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Gonzaga Bulldogs -4.5</p><p>This game will be played at Intuit Dome at 4:00 ET on Saturday, December 28th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE GONZAGA BULLDOGS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 77-71 in favor of the Bulldogs.</li><li>Not only will Gonzaga pick up the win, but look for them to cover at -4.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 148.5 points, and we like the under with a projected 148 points.</li></ul><h3>Can the Bruins Grab a Win on the Road?</h3><p>UCLA’s season record now stands at 10-2 after a narrow 76-74 loss to North Carolina on Saturday. The Bruins, who were favored by 1.5 points, not only lost the game but also failed to cover the spread. The total points for the game ended at 150, just over the pre-game O/U line of 149.5.</p> <p>UCLA led 40-32 at halftime but struggled defensively in the second half, allowing 44 points while scoring 34. This home loss marks a setback for the Bruins as they look to regroup moving forward.</p><p>UCLA's offense put up 74 points in their last game, shooting 49.1% from the field and 50% from beyond the arc, hitting 9 of 18 three-point attempts. Their effective field goal percentage was 56.6%, though they struggled at the free-throw line, making just 59.1% of their 22 attempts.</p> <p>Tyler Bilodeau led the way with 26 points, hitting 5 of 6 threes and shooting 64.3% overall. Ian Jackson added 24 points, shooting 61.5% from the field, while Sebastian Mack contributed 22 points, connecting on 3 of 4 from deep.</p><p>UCLA's defense struggled in their last game, giving up 76 points while allowing the opposing team to shoot 49% from the field. They allowed 17 two-point baskets on 35 attempts, a 48% shooting rate.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, UCLA's defense couldn't contain the three-point shooters, who hit 9 of 18 attempts, shooting 50%. The opposing team also went to the free-throw line 22 times, making 13 of those for a 59% success rate. UCLA gave up 7 offensive rebounds.</p><h3>Will the Bulldogs Win at Intuit Dome?</h3><p>Gonzaga improved to 9-3 on the season with an 86-65 home win over Bucknell on Saturday, December 21st. Despite being heavy -34 favorites, the Bulldogs didn’t cover the spread. The game’s total points of 151 fell short of the 154.5 O/U line.</p> <p>Leading 38-27 at halftime, Gonzaga scored 48 points in the 2nd half while allowing 38. Though they secured the win, the Bulldogs didn’t meet expectations as they allowed Bucknell to keep the game closer than anticipated.</p><p>Gonzaga put up 86 points in their last game, shooting 47.9% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 56.3%. They hit 61.1% of their two-point attempts, while connecting on 34.3% from beyond the arc, making 12 threes in the game.</p> <p>The Bulldogs dished out 21 assists and grabbed 10 offensive rebounds. Graham Ike led the way with 25 points and 10 rebounds, shooting 73.3% from the field. Nolan Hickman and Josh Bascoe each added 14 points, with Hickman hitting 4 threes at a 50% clip.</p><p>Gonzaga's defense gave up 65 points, with their opponent shooting 47% from the field. The Bulldogs allowed 34 field goals on 71 attempts.</p> <p>Inside the arc, Gonzaga's defense struggled, giving up 22 two-point field goals on 36 attempts (61%). From three-point range, their opponent hit 12 of 35 shots (34%).</p>

UCLA Bruins vs Gonzaga Bulldogs NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 12/28/24

<p>SHI Stadium in Piscataway will be the site for this Minnesota vs. Rutgers matchup, set for 12:00 ET on Saturday, November 9th. You can catch this one on NBC, with Minnesota coming in as the -6.5-point favorite on the road. The over/under line is currently at 46.5 points. The money line odds are -234 for Minnesota and +191 for Rutgers. Minnesota has a 6-3 record this season, while Rutgers is 4-4.</p><h3>MINNESOTA GOLDEN GOPHERS VS RUTGERS SCARLET KNIGHTS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Minnesota Golden Gophers -6.5</p><p>This game will be played at SHI Stadium at 12:00 ET on Saturday, November 9th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE MINNESOTA GOLDEN GOPHERS:</h3><ul><li>We have the Minnesota Golden Gophers winning this one by a score of 31 to 21</li><li>Not only do we have the Minnesota Golden Gophers winning straight-up, we have them covering the spread at -6.5</li><li>Look for this game to go over the line of 46.5 points</li></ul><h3>Will The Minnesota Golden Gophers Win As Road Favorites?</h3><p>At 6-3, Minnesota is set to face Rutgers in Week 11. They are ranked 31st in our power rankings and are guaranteed bowl eligibility. The Golden Gophers have a 3-2 record at home and are 2-1 on the road this season.</p> <p></p><p>Minnesota is 4-0 as the favorite and 1-3 as the underdog, with an average scoring margin of +10.8 points per game. They have gone 6-1-1 against the spread, covering all four games as the favorite.</p> <p></p><p>Their over/under record stands at 3-5, with an average line of 42.9 points. Minnesota’s games have averaged 44.3 points, and this week’s line is set at 46.5 points.</p><p>Heading into week 11, Minnesota’s offense ranks 56th in scoring, averaging 27.6 points per game, and they are 58th in our offensive power rankings. Their passing game has been their strength, with the 20th most completions per game and ranking 35th in passing attempts. They are 58th in passing yards, averaging 224.9 yards per game, but have converted 47% of their third downs, which ranks 16th nationally. They are also 13th in completion percentage, completing 68.3% of their passes.</p> <p>Max Brosmer has thrown for 1,989 yards this season, with a passer rating of 98. He has 13 touchdown passes and has been intercepted four times. On the ground, Minnesota is averaging 112.9 rushing yards per game. Darius Taylor leads the team with 644 rushing yards and eight touchdowns, averaging 5 yards per carry. Daniel Jackson has 642 receiving yards on 56 catches.</p><p>Minnesota's defense has been a strong point this season, ranking 16th nationally by allowing just 16.8 points per game. They’ve also been effective against the pass, giving up only 169.6 passing yards per game, which ranks 20th in the country, and holding opposing quarterbacks to a 59.8 passer rating, the 7th-lowest in the nation.</p><p></p><p>In their recent game against Illinois, Minnesota’s defense allowed 17 points, giving up 352 total yards, including 126 rushing yards on 29 attempts and 226 passing yards.</p><h3>Are The Rutgers Scarlet Knights Going Win In At Upset At SHI Stadium</h3><p>Rutgers enters Week 11 against Minnesota with a 4-4 record, ranked 63rd in our power rankings. They have a 57.4% chance of becoming bowl-eligible but no shot at winning the Big Ten. At home, they are 2-2 this season.</p> <p></p><p>The Scarlet Knights have been favored in four games, going 2-2 in those matchups. Their average scoring margin is +1 point per game, and they are 3-3-1 against the spread this season.</p> <p></p><p>Rutgers’ over/under record is 5-2, with their games averaging 50.5 points. This week’s line is 46.5 points, slightly above their average line of 44.9 points.</p><p>Heading into week 11, Rutgers’ offense is averaging 25.8 points per game, placing them 66th in the nation. They are ranked 56th in our offensive power rankings. The Scarlet Knights are 34th in rushing attempts, averaging 39 per game, and they are producing 182.5 rushing yards per game.</p> <p>Kyle Monangai leads the ground attack with 931 rushing yards, 10 touchdowns, and an average of 5 yards per carry. Quarterback Athan Kaliakmanis has thrown for 1,650 yards with nine touchdowns and five interceptions, posting a passer rating of 79.</p><p>Rutgers' defense will look to bounce back after allowing 42 points in their recent game against USC. The Scarlet Knights gave up 459 total yards, including 293 passing yards and two passing touchdowns, though they did manage to force three interceptions.</p> <p></p><p>On the season, Rutgers ranks 42nd nationally, allowing 24.8 points per game. Opponents have averaged 168 rushing yards per game and 226.6 passing yards, completing 63% of their throws.</p>

Minnesota Golden Gophers vs Rutgers Scarlet Knights Betting Pick & Prediction 11/9/24

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<p>Planning on watching today's Beacons and Buckeyes game? Catch the action at Value City Arena in Columbus, OH, as the Buckeyes hosts this showdown at 8:00 ET on PEAC. The odds for this non-conference game currently have Ohio State as the -21.5 favorite, with the over/under line sitting at 151.5 points.</p><h3>VALPARAISO BEACONS VS OHIO STATE BUCKEYES BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Valparaiso Beacons +21.5</p><p>This game will be played at Value City Arena at 8:00 ET on Tuesday, December 17th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE VALPARAISO BEACONS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 77-70 in favor of the Buckeyes.</li><li>Even though we have Ohio State winning straight-up, we like Valparaiso at +21.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 151.5 points, and we like the under with a projected 147 points.</li></ul><h3>Is an Upset Waiting to Happen on the Road?</h3><h3>Valparaiso Beacons Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>The Beacons evened their record at 4-4 with a 93-77 win over Central Michigan on Saturday. Playing at home, Valparaiso entered the game as slight -1 favorites and covered the spread with the win.</p> 

<p>Valpo led 36-31 at halftime and broke the game open in the 2nd half, scoring 57 points while allowing 46. The game’s total points of 170 went over the pre-game O/U line of 144.5.</p><p>Valparaiso's offense put up 93 points in their last game, shooting 46.6% from the field and hitting 42.3% from three-point range (11/26). Their effective field goal percentage was 55.2%, and they were nearly perfect from the free-throw line, making 28 of 31 attempts (90.3%).</p> <p>All Wright led the way with 26 points, hitting 4 of 8 from deep, while Tyler Schmidt added 21 points, connecting on 4 of 5 threes. Anthony Pritchard contributed 20 points, and Ugnius Jarusevicius chipped in 18, shooting 50% from the field.</p><p>Valparaiso's defense gave up 77 points in their last game, with opponents shooting 46% from the field. The Beacons allowed 16 two-point field goals on 32 attempts, a 50% shooting rate.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Valparaiso's opponents hit 11 threes on 26 attempts, shooting 42%. They also sent the other team to the free-throw line 31 times, where they made 28, a 90% success rate. Valparaiso gave up 9 offensive rebounds.</p><h3>Will the Buckeyes Pull Through as the Favored Home Team?</h3><p>Ohio State dropped to 6-4 on the season after a tough 91-53 road loss to Auburn on Saturday. The Buckeyes entered the game as +12.5 point underdogs and failed to cover the spread. The total points for the game were 144, falling short of the 151.5 O/U line.</p> <p>Ohio State found themselves in a deep hole early, trailing 49-21 at halftime. They managed to score 32 points in the second half but allowed 42 points, unable to close the gap.</p><p>Ohio State struggled offensively in their last game, scoring just 53 points on 35.3% shooting from the field. Their effective field goal percentage was 41.2%, with a two-point shooting mark of 34.3% (12/35) and a three-point percentage of 37.5% (6/16).</p> <p>The Buckeyes managed only 7 assists and 5 offensive rebounds, while shooting 57.9% from the free-throw line (11/19). Johni Broome led the team with 21 points and 20 rebounds, while Denver Jones added 14 points, hitting 4 of 5 from beyond the arc.</p><p>Ohio State's defense struggled in their last game, giving up 91 points on 45% shooting from the field. The Buckeyes allowed their opponent to connect on 33 of 72 attempts.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Ohio State's opponent shot 43%, hitting 13 of 30 three-pointers. They also sent them to the free-throw line 14 times, where they converted 12 attempts for 85%.</p>

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