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<p>Looking to win big? The Hoosiers and Friars face off at 11:00 ET on ESPN2. The Friars are hosting the game at Imperial Arena in Nassau, Bahamas. Indiana comes into this non-conference matchup as the -4.5 point favorite. The over/under line currently sits at 141.5 points.</p><h3>INDIANA HOOSIERS VS PROVIDENCE FRIARS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Providence Friars +4.5</p><p>This game will be played at Imperial Arena at 11:00 ET on Friday, November 29th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE PROVIDENCE FRIARS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 76-69 in favor of the Friars.</li><li>Not only will Providence pick up the win, but look for them to cover at +4.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 141.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 145 points.</li></ul><h3>Will the Hoosiers Live Up to Expectations on the Road?</h3><h3>Indiana Hoosiers Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>In their most recent matchup, the Hoosiers fell to Gonzaga 89-73 on Thursday, November 28th. Indiana, who were +10.5 point underdogs, not only lost but also failed to cover the spread. The total points for the game hit 162, surpassing the O/U line of 157.5.</p> 

<p>Indiana struggled early, trailing 57-39 at halftime. While they tightened up defensively in the 2nd half, allowing just 32 points, they only managed to score 34 themselves, which wasn’t enough to mount a comeback.</p><p>In their last game, the Hoosiers put up 73 points, shooting 45.8% from the field. They struggled from beyond the arc, hitting just 4 of 18 attempts for a 22.2% success rate, while their effective field goal percentage was 49.2%.</p> <p>Oumar Ballo was a force inside, scoring 25 points on 11 of 13 shooting, while Nolan Hickman added 15 points, hitting 3 of 5 from deep. Ryan Nembhard dished out 13 assists, contributing 11 points as well.</p><p>Indiana's defense struggled in their last game, giving up 89 points on 48% shooting from the field. They allowed the opposing team to hit 56% of their two-point attempts, with 25 makes on 44 tries.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Indiana's defense held the other team to 30% shooting, with 6 made threes on 20 attempts. However, they sent them to the free-throw line 22 times, where they converted 21 free throws at a 95% rate. Indiana also gave up 13 offensive rebounds.</p><h3>Will the Friars Pull Through as the Home Underdog?</h3><h3>Providence Friars Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>The Friars dropped a 69-58 decision at home to Davidson on Thursday, November 28th. Providence entered the game as -5.5 favorites but failed to cover the spread. The total points for the game were 127, falling short of the O/U line of 136.5.</p> 

<p>Providence struggled in the first half, trailing 38-18 at the break. They bounced back in the second half, outscoring Davidson 40-31, but it wasn’t enough to overcome the early deficit.</p><p>Providence struggled offensively in their last game, shooting just 31% from the field and only 27% on two-point attempts. Their effective field goal percentage was 37.9%, though they did hit 38.1% from beyond the arc, connecting on 8 of 21 three-point attempts.</p> <p>At the free-throw line, the Friars made 77.8%, going 14 for 18. They also grabbed 13 offensive rebounds and finished with just 8 assists. Connor Kochera led the way with 22 points, shooting 7 of 10 from the field, while Bobby Durkin added 20 points, hitting 4 of 8 from three-point range.</p><p>Providence's defense held their opponent to just 69 points on 31% shooting from the field, including a tough 27% on two-point attempts, where they went 10/37.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, the opponent shot 38%, hitting 8 of 21 threes. Providence also sent them to the line 18 times, where they made 14 free throws for 77%.</p>

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<p>Looking to win big? The Wildcats and Hawkeyes face off at 7:00 ET on PEAC. The Hawkeyes are hosting the game at Carver-Hawkeye Arena in Iowa City, IA. This Big Ten conference matchup has an over/under of 147.5 points, and Iowa is favored to win by -5.5 at home vs. Northwestern.</p><h3>NORTHWESTERN WILDCATS VS IOWA HAWKEYES BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Iowa Hawkeyes -5.5</p><p>This game will be played at Carver-Hawkeye Arena at 7:00 ET on Tuesday, December 3rd.</p><h3>WHY BET THE IOWA HAWKEYES:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 77-69 in favor of the Hawkeyes.</li><li>Not only will Iowa pick up the win, but look for them to cover at -5.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 147.5 points, and we like the under with a projected 146 points.</li></ul><h3>Can the Wildcats Pull Out the Win as Road Underdogs?</h3><h3>Northwestern Wildcats Recent Game/Games</h3> <p>Northwestern improved to 6-2 on the season with a 66-61 road win over UNLV on Friday, November 29th. The Wildcats, who were favored by 3.5 points, covered the spread with the victory. The total points for the game were 127, falling under the O/U line of 135.5.</p> <p>Northwestern led 26-25 at halftime and picked up the pace in the 2nd half, scoring 40 points while allowing 36.</p><p>Northwestern's offense put up 66 points in their last game, shooting 40.8% from the field. They connected on 44.4% of their threes, hitting 8 of 18 attempts, while their two-point shooting was just 38.7% (12/31). At the free-throw line, they went 18 for 26, good for 69.2%.</p> <p>Brooks Barnhizer led the way with 23 points, 9 rebounds, and 6 assists, hitting 4 of 7 from deep. Dedan Thomas Jr. added 17 points, and Jalen Leach and Jailen Bedford each contributed 15 points, with Leach going 3 for 3 from beyond the arc.</p><p>Northwestern's defense held their opponent to 61 points, allowing them to shoot 42% from the field on 24 of 57 attempts. Inside the arc, they gave up 18 two-point field goals on 39 attempts, a 46% shooting rate.</p> <p>From three-point range, Northwestern's defense limited their opponent to 6 made threes on 18 attempts, a 33% success rate. They also sent their opponent to the free-throw line 10 times, where they made 7, shooting 70%. Northwestern allowed 13 offensive rebounds in the game.</p><h3>Taking a Look at the Hawkeyes Chances at Home</h3><p>Iowa improved to 6-1 on the season with a 110-77 home win over USC Upstate on Tuesday. The Hawkeyes entered the game as -28.5 favorites and covered the spread, while the combined 187 points exceeded the over/under line of 168.5.</p> <p>After leading 55-28 at halftime, Iowa matched their first-half output with another 55 points in the second half. However, they allowed 49 points to the Spartans after the break.</p><p>Iowa's offense was firing on all cylinders in their latest game, putting up 110 points while shooting 60.6% from the field. Their effective field goal percentage was an impressive 69%, with the Hawkeyes hitting 68.9% of their two-point attempts and 46.2% from beyond the arc, connecting on 12 of 26 three-point shots.</p> <p>Brock Harding and Brit Harris each scored 20 points, with Harding also dishing out 10 assists. Josh Dix added 14 points and 7 rebounds, shooting 71.4% from the field. Iowa finished with 24 assists as a team, and went 12-for-15 from the free-throw line, shooting 80%.</p><p>Despite Iowa's defensive struggles, they managed to put up 77 points in their last game. The Hawkeyes shot 60% from the field, hitting 43 of their 71 attempts.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Iowa connected on 12 of 26 three-point attempts, good for 46%. They also went 12/15 from the free-throw line, shooting 80%.</p>

Northwestern Wildcats vs Iowa Hawkeyes NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 12/3/24

<p>Looking to win big? The Broncos and Cowboys face off at 7:00 ET on ESPN+. The Cowboys are hosting the game at The Legacy Center in Lake Charles, LA. The odds for this non-conference game currently have McNeese State as the -5.5 favorite, with the over/under line sitting at 142.5 points.</p><h3>SANTA CLARA BRONCOS VS MCNEESE STATE COWBOYS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: McNeese State Cowboys -5.5</p><p>This game will be played at The Legacy Center at 7:00 ET on Tuesday, December 3rd.</p><h3>WHY BET THE MCNEESE STATE COWBOYS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 79-69 in favor of the Cowboys.</li><li>Not only will McNeese State pick up the win, but look for them to cover at -5.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 142.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 148 points.</li></ul><h3>Does Santa Clara Have What it Takes on the Road?</h3><h3>Santa Clara Broncos Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Santa Clara fell to 3-5 on the season after a 76-69 loss to Washington on Friday. The Broncos were -2.5 favorites going into the road game but failed to cover the spread.</p> 

<p>After trailing 42-33 at halftime, Santa Clara tightened up defensively in the second half, outscoring Washington 36-34. The total points for the game ended at 145, just under the O/U line of 148.</p><p>Santa Clara's offense put up 69 points in their last game, shooting 43.9% from the field and 41.7% from beyond the arc, hitting 10 threes. Their effective field goal percentage was 52.6%, and they connected on 81.8% of their free throws, going 9-for-11 from the line.</p> <p>Carlos Stewart Jr. led the way with 20 points, hitting 4-of-9 from deep. Great Osobor and Elijah Mahi each added 19 points, with Osobor also contributing 8 rebounds and 5 assists. The Broncos finished with just 9 assists as a team and grabbed 8 offensive rebounds.</p><p>Santa Clara's defense gave up 76 points, with their opponents shooting 43% from the field. They allowed 22 made two-pointers on 47 attempts, a 46% shooting rate.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Santa Clara's defense held their opponents to 5 made threes on 15 attempts, a 33% shooting percentage. They also sent them to the free-throw line 26 times, where they converted 17, shooting 65%. Santa Clara allowed 15 offensive rebounds.</p><h3>Will McNeese State Make it Happen at Home?</h3><h3>McNeese State Cowboys Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>The Cowboys dropped to 3-5 on the season after a 62-58 road loss to Liberty on Monday. McNeese State entered the game as -1.5 favorites but failed to cover the spread. The total points for the game were 120, falling short of the 134.5 O/U line.</p> 

<p>After a 29-29 tie at halftime, McNeese State was outscored 33-29 in the second half. The Cowboys will need to regroup as they look to bounce back from the loss.</p><p>McNeese State's offense struggled in their last game, putting up just 58 points with a 44.7% field goal percentage. Their effective field goal percentage was 46.8%, largely due to a dismal 8.3% from beyond the arc, hitting just 1 of 12 attempts. They were much better inside, shooting 57.1% on two-point attempts.</p> <p>Colin Porter led the way with 16 points and 5 assists, while Christian Shumate added 13 points on 6 of 8 shooting. Sincere Parker and Jayvon Maughmer each contributed 12 points, though Parker struggled from three, hitting just 1 of 7 attempts.</p><p>McNeese State's defense held their opponent to 62 points on 41% shooting from the field, including 52% from two-point range, as they made 9 of 17 attempts.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, the opponent hit 11 of 31 threes, shooting 35%. They also went 11/14 from the free-throw line, shooting 78%. McNeese State gave up 6 offensive rebounds.</p>

Santa Clara Broncos vs McNeese State Cowboys NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 12/3/24

<p>At 10:00 ET, the Sacramento Kings (9-12) will host the Houston Rockets (15-6) at the Golden 1 Center. The Rockets are favored by 2.5 and have won three straight games. The Kings have lost two in a row and are 12th in the Western Conference.</p>

<p>This Western Conference matchup can be seen on NBCS.</p><h3>HOUSTON ROCKETS VS SACRAMENTO KINGS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Houston Rockets -2.5</p><p>This game will be played at Golden 1 Center at 10:00 ET on Tuesday, December 3rd.</p><h3>WHY BET THE HOUSTON ROCKETS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 137-132 in favor of the Rockets.</li><li>Our projections have Jalen Green finishing with 21 points, 5 rebounds and 3 assists.</li><li>From the field, we have the Rockets finishing with a field goal percentage of 45.9% and knocking down 14 threes.</li></ul><h3>Will the Rockets Find a Way to Win in Sacramento?</h3><p>The Rockets improved to 15-6 this season with a 119-116 win over the Thunder on Sunday. Houston, who were +1.5 point underdogs at home, not only got the win but also covered the spread. The game’s total points of 235 went over the pre-game line of 219 by 16 points.</p> <p>Houston started strong, leading 33-28 after the 1st quarter, but the Thunder took control in the 2nd and 3rd quarters, outscoring the Rockets 68-58. However, Houston’s defense stepped up in the 4th quarter, holding the Thunder to just 20 points while scoring 28 to complete the comeback.</p><p>Fred VanVleet's 38-point performance, including 12 in the 4th quarter, led the Rockets to a 119-116 win over the Thunder. He hit 5 threes at a 55.6% rate, finishing with a 52.6% overall shooting percentage.</p> <p>Houston shot 41.3% from the field, with a 35.1% mark from beyond the arc, making 13 threes. Alperen Şengün added 20 points, 14 rebounds, and 7 points in the final period.</p><p>Defensively, the Rockets gave up 116 points to the Thunder but tightened up in the 4th quarter, allowing just 20 points to secure the win. Overall, they allowed Oklahoma City to shoot 44% from the field.</p> <p>Houston limited the Thunder's three-point shooting, giving up 13 threes on 33% shooting. They sent Oklahoma City to the free-throw line 25 times, where the Thunder made 19. The Rockets finished with 36 defensive rebounds, gave up 11 offensive boards, and recorded 6 blocks.</p><h3>Can the Sacramento Offense Score Enough at Home?</h3><p>The Kings fell to 9-12 on the season after a 127-125 home loss to the Spurs on Sunday. Sacramento, favored by 6.5 points, not only lost straight up but also failed to cover the spread. The game’s total points of 252 exceeded the O/U line of 227 by 25 points.</p> <p>After a strong start, leading 42-28 after the 1st quarter, the Kings were outscored in each of the final three quarters. They entered the 4th quarter with a 97-92 lead but were outscored 35-28 in the final period.</p><p>DeMar DeRozan led the Kings with 28 points and 8 assists in their 127-125 loss to the Spurs, shooting 50% from the field. Domantas Sabonis also hit 50%, adding 25 points, 13 rebounds, and 2 threes, while De'Aaron Fox contributed 23 points and 9 assists, making 3 threes at 37.5%.</p> <p>The Kings connected on 12 threes, shooting 37.5% from deep and 46.5% overall. DeRozan scored 12 points in the 1st quarter and added 10 more in the 4th, while Malik Monk chipped in 8 of his 19 points in the 3rd.</p><p>The Kings struggled defensively against the Spurs, giving up 127 points in the loss. Sacramento allowed 28 points in the 1st quarter and 30 in the 2nd, but things got worse in the 2nd half, with the Spurs scoring 34 in the 3rd and 35 in the 4th.</p> <p>Overall, the Spurs shot 51% from the field, including 50% from three-point range, where they hit 23 threes. The Kings also sent the Spurs to the line 24 times, where they made 20 free throws. Sacramento finished with 30 defensive rebounds, allowing 8 offensive boards, and recorded 8 steals and 5 blocks.</p>

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<p>Looking to win big? The Sharks and Capitals face off at 7:00 ET on NBCS. The Capitals are hosting the game at Capital One Arena in Washington, DC. This non-conference matchup has an over/under of 6.5 goals, and the Capitals are favored by -1.5 against the Sharks.</p><h3>SAN JOSE SHARKS VS WASHINGTON CAPITALS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Washington Capitals -1.5</p><p>This game will be played at Capital One Arena at 7:00 ET on Tuesday, December 3rd.</p><h3>WHY BET THE WASHINGTON CAPITALS:</h3><ul><li>Our projections indicate that the Capitals should come out top with a projected score of 4-2.</li><li>Take the Capitals on the moneyline</li><li>The Capitals should also cover at -1.5</li></ul><h3>Will the San Jose Defense Show Up on the Road?</h3><p>After a 3-2 loss to the Canucks, the Sharks are now 9-13-5. San Jose held a 1-0 lead at one point, but Vancouver scored with just 26 seconds left in the game to secure the win.</p> 

<p>The total for the game was set at 6.5 goals, but the teams combined for only 5. The Sharks were underdogs on the puck line, and the loss kept them from covering.</p><p>San Jose managed 23 shots on goal but only found the net twice in their 3-2 loss to Vancouver. Mikael Granlund scored his 6th goal of the season, while Nico Sturm added his 2nd. The Sharks were held scoreless in the first period before Sturm opened their account at 17:23 in the second period.</p> <p>Granlund's goal came at 18:43 in the third period, tying the game 2-2. Tyler Toffoli and William Eklund picked up assists on Granlund’s goal, bringing their season totals to 5 and 7 assists, respectively. The Sharks had 16 giveaways in the game.</p><p>San Jose's defense will be looking to bounce back after allowing a late goal with just 26 seconds left in the 3rd period, leading to a 3-2 loss against the Canucks. Goalie Mackenzie Blackwood made 25 saves with an 89.3% save percentage, while the defense contributed 6 takeaways and 21 hits.</p><h3>Will Washington Find a Way to Win at Home?</h3><p>Washington’s 4-2 loss to the Hurricanes brought their record to 17-6-1 this season. The Capitals took the lead in the first period but allowed four unanswered goals, including an empty-netter late in the third.</p>

<p>The total for the game was set at 6 goals, and the combined score hit that number exactly. Washington, as underdogs on the puck line, failed to cover. Both of the Capitals’ goals came in the first period.</p><p>In their 4-2 loss to the Hurricanes, the Capitals registered 21 shots on goal and found the net twice, both in the first period. Alex Ovechkin scored his 7th goal of the season on a power play, while Brandon Duhaime added his 2nd goal.</p> <p>Dylan Strome earned his 13th assist on Ovechkin's goal, and Nic Dowd picked up his 2nd assist on Duhaime's goal. The Capitals struggled with 15 giveaways in the game.</p><p>Washington's defense gave up the first goal at 5:59 in the first period, and after the Capitals took a 2-1 lead, they allowed three unanswered goals—two in the second period and one more with just 9 seconds left in the third. Charlie Lindgren made 41 saves with a 93.2% save percentage, but the defense struggled with only 2 takeaways and 20 hits.</p>

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College basketball is one of the most popular sports to wager on, especially during one particular month of the year. College basketball betting presents many great opportunities to wager, and bettors tend to do pretty well when wagering on the sport.

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<p>Making on a bet on this NCAA game featuring the Gamecocks versus the Eagles? Tip off is at at 7:00 ET, and you can watch it all unfold on ACCN. The game will be played at Silvio Conte Forum in Chestnut Hill, MA. South Carolina comes into this non-conference matchup as the -3 point favorite. The over/under line currently sits at 137.5 points.</p><h3>SOUTH CAROLINA GAMECOCKS VS BOSTON COLLEGE EAGLES BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Boston College Eagles +3</p><p>This game will be played at Silvio Conte Forum at 7:00 ET on Tuesday, December 3rd.</p><h3>WHY BET THE BOSTON COLLEGE EAGLES:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 79-66 in favor of the Eagles.</li><li>Not only will Boston College pick up the win, but look for them to cover at +3.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 137.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 145 points.</li></ul><h3>Is a Win at Chestnut Hill Possible for the Gamecocks?</h3><h3>South Carolina Gamecocks Recent Game/Games</h3> <p>South Carolina improved to 6-2 on the season with a 70-60 win over Virginia Tech on Wednesday. The Gamecocks, who were -6 favorites, covered the spread at home. The combined points of 130 fell under the O/U line of 139.</p> <p>South Carolina led 33-25 at halftime and added 37 points in the 2nd half while allowing 35 points to the Hokies.</p><p>South Carolina put up 70 points in their last game, shooting 44.2% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 53.8%. They hit 60% of their two-point attempts, while connecting on 34.4% from beyond the arc, making 11 threes on 32 attempts. At the free-throw line, they shot 61.9%, going 13-for-21.</p> <p>Collin Murray-Boyles led the Gamecocks with 16 points and 8 rebounds, shooting 58.3% from the field, though he missed all 3 of his three-point attempts. Morris Ugusuk and Jaydon Young each added 12 points, with Ugusuk hitting 4 of 7 threes. Zachary Davis also contributed 12 points, along with 7 rebounds and 3 assists.</p><p>South Carolina's defense held their opponent to 60 points, despite allowing them to shoot 44% from the field. The Gamecocks gave up 11 three-pointers on 32 attempts, a 34% shooting performance from beyond the arc.</p> <p>On the free-throw line, South Carolina sent their opponent to the stripe 21 times, where they made 13 shots, a 61% success rate. The Gamecocks also allowed 9 offensive rebounds in the game.</p><h3>Will the Boston College Defense Show Up at Home?</h3><h3>Boston College Eagles Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Boston College dropped to 6-2 on the season after an 88-83 loss to Dartmouth on Friday. The Eagles, who were -17.5 favorites, failed to cover the spread in this home game.</p> 

<p>BC led 44-42 at halftime but were outscored 46-39 in the 2nd half. The total points for the game reached 171, surpassing the O/U line of 140.5.</p><p>Boston College put up 83 points in their last game, shooting 51.8% from the field. Their effective field goal percentage was 57.1%, thanks to a dominant 72.7% shooting inside the arc, though they struggled from three-point range, hitting just 5 of 23 attempts (21.7%).</p> <p>Joshua Beadle led the Eagles with 19 points, going 8 for 10 from the field and 2 for 2 from deep. Jayden Williams and Cade Haskins each hit 5 threes, with Haskins also grabbing 8 rebounds and dishing out 2 assists.</p><p>Boston College struggled defensively, giving up 88 points while allowing their opponent to shoot 51% from the field. Inside the arc, they were particularly vulnerable, with the other team hitting 72% of their two-point attempts (24/33).</p> <p>From three-point range, Boston College held their opponent to 5/23 shooting (21%). However, they sent them to the free-throw line 27 times, where they converted 20 free throws (74%). The Eagles did limit second-chance opportunities, allowing just 5 offensive rebounds.</p>

South Carolina Gamecocks vs Boston College Eagles NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 12/3/24

<p>The Chargers and Chiefs will face off on Sunday, December 8th at 8:20 ET, with NBC handling the television coverage. The Chiefs are the favorite with a point spread of -4 and money line odds of -204. This week 14 AFC West matchup is being played at Arrowhead Stadium, and the over/under line is set at 43 points.</p><h3>LOS ANGELES CHARGERS VS KANSAS CITY CHIEFS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Kansas City Chiefs -4</p><p>This game will be played at Arrowhead Stadium at 8:20 ET on Sunday, December 8th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE KANSAS CITY CHIEFS:</h3><ul><li>We have the Chiefs winning this one by a score of 29 to 21</li><li>Not only do we have the Chiefs winning straight-up, we have them covering the spread at -4</li><li>Look for this game to go over the line of 43 points</li></ul><h3>Will The Chargers Pull Off An Upset As Road Underdogs</h3><p>With a 94.6% chance of making the playoffs, the Chargers are in good shape heading into week 14. They rank 14th in our power rankings and have an 8-4 record, which includes a 2-1 mark in the AFC West. This puts them 2nd in the division and 5th in the conference. Against the spread, the Chargers are 8-3-1, including an 8-1 record as favorites.</p> <p>After losing to the Ravens in week 12, the Chargers bounced back with a 17-13 win over the Falcons in week 13. They were 0.5-point favorites in that game and covered the spread. The combined scoring of 30 points fell short of the 47-point line.</p><p>Heading into week 14, the Chargers are 14th in our offensive power rankings. They rank 17th in the NFL with 21.7 points per game and are 24th in passing yards, averaging 198.4 per game. On the ground, they average 112.9 rushing yards per game, which ranks 18th in the league, on 27.3 attempts per game. They are 18th in the NFL in 3rd-down conversions, with a 37.7% success rate, but have been strong in the red zone, ranking 5th in the league with a 53.3% conversion rate.</p> <p>Justin Herbert threw for 147 yards on 16/23 passing in week 13, after throwing for 218 yards in week 12 and 297 yards in week 11. He has gone three games without an interception but was sacked five times in week 13. Ladd McConkey led the team with 9 catches for 117 yards in week 13, and Gus Edwards had 32 rushing yards on 6 carries.</p><p>The Chargers' defense came up with four interceptions in their 17-13 win over the Falcons, despite allowing 350 yards of total offense. They held Atlanta to just a 21.4% conversion rate on third down and kept them out of the endzone through the air, although the Falcons did run for 116 yards.</p><p></p><p>Even though the Chargers' defense gave up 234 passing yards, they didn't allow a passing touchdown. Their secondary also limited Atlanta to a 61.5% completion rate and came up with a big day in terms of turnovers.</p><h3>Are The Chiefs Going To Defend Home Field Advantage?</h3><p>With an 11-1 record, the Chiefs sit atop the AFC standings and have a 96.3% chance of winning the AFC West. They rank 6th in our NFL power rankings. After a week 11 loss to the Bills, Kansas City has bounced back with two straight wins, including a 19-17 victory over the Raiders in week 13. The Chiefs were 13.5-point favorites in this game but couldn’t cover the spread.</p> <p>Kansas City is 4-7-1 against the spread this season and has failed to cover in six straight games. Their average scoring margin is +4.5 points per game. The Chiefs’ O/U record is 6-6, with their games averaging 43.7 points per contest.</p><p>Heading into week 14, the Chiefs are 10th in the NFL in scoring, averaging 24.1 points per game, and they rank 15th in total offense with 341.6 yards per game. Kansas City has relied heavily on the passing game, with 35.6 attempts per game (6th), resulting in 229.8 passing yards per game (12th). On the ground, they are 19th in the league with 111.8 rushing yards per game on 27.6 attempts per contest. Despite ranking 21st in first-quarter scoring, the Chiefs lead the NFL in 3rd-down conversions, with a 51.8% success rate.</p> <p>In week 13, Patrick Mahomes threw for 306 yards against the Raiders, completing 26 of 46 passes with one touchdown. DeAndre Hopkins led the team with 90 receiving yards on 4 catches, while Isiah Pacheco had 44 rushing yards on 7 carries. Kansas City scored on just 1 of 5 red zone trips and converted 7 of 16 3rd-down attempts.</p><p>In their 19-17 win over the Raiders, the Chiefs' defense gave up 434 yards, including 318 yards through the air on 23 completions. The Raiders averaged 9.1 yards per attempt in the passing game and converted 25% of their third down attempts. Kansas City defended the run better, allowing 116 yards on 25 attempts (4.6 yards per attempt) and recorded three sacks.<p></p>The Chiefs also won the tackles for loss battle, coming out with one more tackle for loss than the Raiders. Despite giving up two passing touchdowns, Kansas City's defense did enough to help secure the narrow victory.</p>

Los Angeles Chargers vs Kansas City Chiefs Betting Pick & Prediction 12/8/24

<p>The Blue Hose and Rattlers are set to face off at 7:00 ET on ESPN+. The Rattlers will host the game at Al Lawson Center in Tallahassee, FL. Presbyterian is favored by -5.5 in this non-conference contest against Florida A&M. The game's over/under currently sits at 137.5 points.</p><h3>PRESBYTERIAN BLUE HOSE VS FLORIDA A&M RATTLERS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Florida A&M Rattlers +5.5</p><p>This game will be played at Al Lawson Center at 7:00 ET on Tuesday, December 3rd.</p><h3>WHY BET THE FLORIDA A&M RATTLERS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 75-71 in favor of the Rattlers.</li><li>Not only will Florida A&M pick up the win, but look for them to cover at +5.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 137.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 146 points.</li></ul><h3>Are Presbyterian Ready for a Road Win?</h3><h3>Presbyterian Blue Hose Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Presbyterian dropped to 4-4 on the season after a 90-75 loss to Tennessee Tech on Wednesday. The Blue Hose were -3 favorites going into the game but failed to cover the spread.</p> 

<p>Presbyterian trailed 45-29 at halftime but managed to score 46 points in the 2nd half while allowing 45. The total points for the game reached 165, surpassing the O/U line of 135.5.</p><p>Presbyterian's offense put up 75 points in their last game, shooting 43.9% from the field and 44% from three-point range, with an effective field goal percentage of 51.5%. They connected on 11 of 25 attempts from beyond the arc, and their free-throw shooting was a weak point, hitting just 6 of 12 attempts.</p> <p>Jaylon Johnson led the way with 20 points, 10 rebounds, and 8 assists, shooting 63.6% overall and 62.5% from three. Kyle Layton also hit 5 threes at 62.5%, finishing with 15 points, while Rodney Johnson Jr. was nearly perfect from the field, hitting 7 of 8 shots for 14 points.</p><p>Presbyterian's defense struggled, giving up 90 points on 50% shooting from the field. Their opponents connected on 34 of 68 attempts, including 20 of 38 from two-point range, where they shot 52%.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Presbyterian allowed 14 threes on 30 attempts, a 46% shooting rate. They also sent their opponents to the line 10 times, where they made 8 free throws, and gave up 11 offensive rebounds.</p><h3>Do the Rattlers Have What it Takes to Win as Home Underdogs?</h3><p>Florida A&M fell to 4-4 on the season after an 86-58 loss to Clemson on Friday. The Rattlers were +32.5 point underdogs going into the game, but managed to cover the spread.</p> <p>After trailing 38-32 at halftime, Florida A&M struggled in the second half, scoring just 26 points while allowing 48. The total points for the game were 144, slightly over the O/U line of 142.</p><p>Florida A&M struggled offensively in their last game, scoring just 58 points while shooting 41.8% from the field. They hit 42.3% from beyond the arc, connecting on 11 of 26 attempts, but managed only 1 of 6 from the free-throw line.</p> <p>Chase Hunter led the Rattlers with 16 points, while Chauncey Wiggins added 15, hitting 3 of 4 from deep. Roderick Coffee III contributed 13 points and 6 assists, and Jaeden Zackery also scored 13, dishing out 4 assists.</p><p>Florida A&M's defense struggled in their last game, giving up 86 points on 50% shooting from the field. They allowed their opponent to hit 60% of their two-point attempts, with 21 makes on 35 shots.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Florida A&M's defense conceded 9 threes on 25 attempts, a 36% shooting clip. They also sent their opponent to the free-throw line 20 times, where they converted 17 free throws (85%).</p>

Presbyterian Blue Hose vs Florida A&M Rattlers NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 12/3/24

<p>The Runnin' Bulldogs and Bruins are set to face off at 5:00 ET on ESPN+. The Bruins will host the game at Curb Event Center in Nashville, TN. The over/under line for this matchup is currently at 151.5 points, and Belmont is favored by -6.5 at home against Gardner-Webb.</p><h3>GARDNER-WEBB RUNNIN' BULLDOGS VS BELMONT BRUINS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Gardner-Webb Runnin' Bulldogs +6.5</p><p>This game will be played at Curb Event Center at 5:00 ET on Friday, November 29th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE GARDNER-WEBB RUNNIN' BULLDOGS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 74-72 in favor of the Bruins.</li><li>Even though we have Belmont winning straight-up, we like Gardner-Webb at +6.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 151.5 points, and we like the under with a projected 146 points.</li></ul><h3>Do the Runnin' Bulldogs Stand a Chance on the Road?</h3><h3>Gardner-Webb Runnin' Bulldogs Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Gardner-Webb picked up a 79-64 road win over Bethune-Cookman on Wednesday, November 27th. The Bulldogs entered the game as -3.5 favorites and covered the spread with the victory. The total points for the game were 143, just over the 142.5 O/U line.</p> 

<p>Gardner-Webb took control early, leading 43-28 at halftime. Both teams scored 36 points in the 2nd half, allowing the Bulldogs to maintain their lead and secure the win.</p><p>Gardner-Webb put up 79 points in their last game, shooting 45.2% from the field and 40.9% from three-point range. Their effective field goal percentage was 51.6%, and they hit 77.8% of their free throws, going 14-for-18 from the line.</p> <p>Anthony Selden led the way with 29 points, shooting 55.6% overall and 66.7% from deep. Reggie Ward Jr. and Daniel Rouzan each added 14 points, with Ward grabbing 11 rebounds. The Runnin' Bulldogs also got 12 points from Jamaine Mann and Shahar Lazar, who hit 3 threes at a 50% clip.</p><p>Gardner-Webb's defense held their opponent to 64 points on 35% shooting from the field, including 42% from two-point range. They also limited their opponent's three-point shooting to just 5 made threes on 22 attempts, a 22% success rate.</p> <p>From the free-throw line, Gardner-Webb's opponent shot 55%, making 11 of 20 attempts. The Runnin' Bulldogs gave up 9 offensive rebounds in the game.</p><h3>Can the Bruins Secure a Win at Home?</h3><p>Belmont’s 89-66 win over Tulane on Wednesday was a statement game for the Bruins. Entering as +2 underdogs, they not only pulled off the upset but also covered the spread. The game’s total points of 155 went over the pre-game line of 153.5.</p> <p>Belmont led 45-35 at halftime and continued their strong play in the 2nd half, outscoring Tulane 44-31.</p><p>Belmont's offense was firing on all cylinders in their last game, putting up 89 points with a 48% shooting performance from the field. They connected on 21 three-pointers, shooting 42.9% from beyond the arc, contributing to an effective field goal percentage of 61.3%.</p> <p>The Bruins dished out 30 assists, with Jonathan Pierre and Joshua Jean Pierre each handing out 6. Tyler Lundblade hit 5 threes, finishing with 17 points, while Aidan Noyes added 14 points, hitting 4 of 6 from deep.</p><p>Belmont's defense gave up 66 points, allowing the opponent to shoot 48% from the field, with 36 made baskets on 75 attempts.</p> <p>From three-point range, the opponent hit 21 of 49 shots, good for 42%. Belmont also sent them to the line 12 times, where they made 9 free throws, shooting 75%.</p>

Gardner-Webb Runnin' Bulldogs vs Belmont Bruins NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 11/29/24

<p>The Wildcats and Runnin' Rebels are set to face off at 7:00 ET on CBSS. The Runnin' Rebels will host the game at Mullett Arena in Tempe, AZ. Northwestern is favored by -4 in this non-conference showdown. The game's over/under is currently at 137 points.</p><h3>NORTHWESTERN WILDCATS VS UNLV RUNNIN' REBELS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: UNLV Runnin' Rebels +4</p><p>This game will be played at Mullett Arena at 7:00 ET on Friday, November 29th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE UNLV RUNNIN' REBELS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 76-71 in favor of the Runnin' Rebels.</li><li>Not only will UNLV pick up the win, but look for them to cover at +4.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 137 points, and we like the over with a projected 147 points.</li></ul><h3>Will the Northwestern Defense Show Up on the Road?</h3><h3>Northwestern Wildcats Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Northwestern dropped a close one to Butler, losing 71-69 on Thursday, November 28th. The Wildcats, who were -2.5 favorites, not only lost the game but also failed to cover the spread. The total points for the game hit 140, going over the pre-game O/U line of 135.5.</p> 

<p>After trailing 31-28 at halftime, Northwestern put up 41 points in the 2nd half but allowed 40, making it a tight finish. Despite the strong 2nd half, they couldn’t pull off the win on the road.</p><p>Northwestern's offense struggled from the field in their last game, shooting just 36.1% overall and 25% from three-point range. Their effective field goal percentage was 39.3%, but they did hit 80.8% of their free throws, going 21-for-26 from the line.</p> <p>Brooks Barnhizer and Jahmyl Telfort led the Wildcats with 24 and 23 points, respectively, with Telfort hitting 66.7% from deep. Andre Screen was efficient inside, shooting 70% from the field, while Matthew Nicholson connected on 75% of his attempts.</p><p>Despite Northwestern's defensive efforts, they gave up 71 points, with their opponents shooting 46% from the field. The Wildcats allowed 16 two-point baskets on 31 attempts, a 51% success rate.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Northwestern's defense saw their opponents hit 6 of 16 threes, a 37% clip. They also sent the other team to the line 27 times, where they converted 21 free throws at a 77% rate. Northwestern gave up 8 offensive rebounds.</p><h3>Do the Runnin' Rebels Have What it Takes to Win as Home Underdogs?</h3><p>The Runnin' Rebels' recent struggles continued on Thursday, as they fell 80-58 to Mississippi State at home. Entering the game as +8.5 point underdogs, UNLV not only lost but also failed to cover the spread.</p> <p>UNLV trailed 45-32 at halftime and couldn't mount a comeback, scoring just 26 points in the 2nd half while allowing 35. The combined score of 138 points fell short of the O/U line of 147.</p><p>UNLV managed just 58 points in their latest outing, shooting 43.8% from the field and 40% from beyond the arc, hitting 8 of 20 three-point attempts. Their effective field goal percentage was 52.1%, though they struggled at the free-throw line, connecting on only 53.3% of their 15 attempts.</p> <p>KeShawn Murphy led the way with 14 points and 13 rebounds, shooting 55.6% overall. Jailen Bedford added 13 points, hitting 3 of 6 from deep, while Josh Hubbard also knocked down 3 threes, finishing with 11 points.</p><p>UNLV gave up 80 points in their last game, with the opposing team shooting 43% from the field. They allowed 21 made field goals on 48 attempts.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, the other team hit 8 of 20 threes, shooting 40%. UNLV also sent them to the free-throw line 15 times, where they made 8 free throws.</p>

Northwestern Wildcats vs UNLV Runnin' Rebels NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 11/29/24

The National Basketball Association (NBA) was first founded all the way back in 1946 as that is when the first season was played. There were only a handful of teams in the NBA at that time, but it has continued to grow throughout the years.

The NBA is no longer just a league that is made up of the best basketball players in the United States as it is a league that has grown internationally as well. This league is now full of players from other countries as it is the best professional basketball league in the world.

Every NBA team plays 82 games during the regular season and the top 16 teams make up the NBA Playoffs. The league is split up into conferences and divisions, and there are eight teams from each conference in the postseason.

NBA basketball begins in October, and the NBA Finals take place every single June. This is a league that attracts plenty of attention, and NBA betting is extremely popular as well.

This article will not only introduce you to the best NBA betting sites &amp; sportsbooks, but it will also give you some NBA betting tips.
<h2 id="h-where-to-bet-on-the-nba" class="wp-block-heading">WHERE TO BET ON THE NBA</h2>
If you are wanting to do some NBA betting then you need to know where the best NBA sportsbooks are located. The sports betting industry just continues to get bigger and bigger, especially when it comes to online wagering.

It used to be that betting on the NBA was done either in-person or through a local bookie, but that is no longer the case. You are going to find some great options online, and here is a look at four of the best NBA sportsbooks that you are going to find online.

Best NBA Betting Sites & Sportsbooks

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<p>Betting on today's Thundering Herd and Hilltoppers game? Catch the action at E. A. Diddle Arena in Bowling Green, KY, as the Hilltoppers hosts this showdown at 8:00 ET on ESPN+. The over/under for this non-conference contest is set at 152.5 points, with Western Kentucky being favored by -7 over Marshall.</p><h3>MARSHALL THUNDERING HERD VS WESTERN KENTUCKY HILLTOPPERS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Western Kentucky Hilltoppers -7</p><p>This game will be played at E. A. Diddle Arena at 8:00 ET on Saturday, November 30th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE WESTERN KENTUCKY HILLTOPPERS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 77-69 in favor of the Hilltoppers.</li><li>Not only will Western Kentucky pick up the win, but look for them to cover at -7.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 152.5 points, and we like the under with a projected 146 points.</li></ul><h3>Do the Thundering Herd Have What it Takes in Bowling Green?</h3><p>Marshall cruised to an 82-53 win over South Carolina State on Wednesday, November 27th, at home. The Thundering Herd, who entered the game as -10.5 favorites, covered the spread with ease. The total points for the game were 135, falling short of the 147.5 O/U line.</p> <p>Marshall dominated the first half, leading 46-21 at the break. While they outscored the Bulldogs 36-32 in the second half, the game had a more competitive feel after halftime.</p><p>Marshall put up 82 points in their last game, shooting 43.3% from the field and 34.4% from beyond the arc, hitting 11 threes. Their effective field goal percentage was 53.3%, and they connected on 53.6% of their two-point attempts.</p> <p>The Thundering Herd grabbed 16 offensive rebounds and dished out 19 assists. Mikal Dawson led the way with 18 points in 17 minutes, hitting 6 threes at a 46.2% rate.</p><p>Marshall's defense held their opponent to 53 points, despite allowing them to shoot 43% from the field. The Thundering Herd gave up 15 two-point baskets on 28 attempts, a 53% shooting rate.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Marshall's defense allowed 11 threes on 32 attempts, with the opponent hitting 34% of their shots. They also sent the opponent to the free-throw line 27 times, where they made 19, shooting 70%.</p><h3>Can the Hilltoppers Pull Off a Home Win?</h3><p>Western Kentucky’s season continued with an 87-68 road loss to the Wildcats on Tuesday. The Hilltoppers entered the game as +24.5 point underdogs but managed to cover the spread. The total points for the game were 155, which was under the O/U line of 165.5.</p> <p>After trailing 45-33 at halftime, WKU scored 35 points in the 2nd half while allowing 42. Despite the loss, covering the spread against a strong Kentucky team is a positive takeaway for the Hilltoppers.</p><p>Western Kentucky struggled offensively in their last game, shooting just 31.8% from the field and 15.4% from three-point range, hitting only 4 of 26 attempts. Their effective field goal percentage was 34.8%, but they did manage to connect on 75.9% of their free throws, going 22 for 29 from the line.</p> <p>Andrew Carr, Otega Oweh, and Julius Thedford each scored 18 points, with Carr shooting 75% from the field and adding 10 rebounds and 3 assists. The Hilltoppers finished with just 7 assists as a team, with Lamont Butler contributing 4 of them.</p><p>Western Kentucky's defense struggled, giving up 87 points while allowing their opponent to shoot 40% from the field. They were particularly vulnerable inside, where they allowed 51% shooting on two-point attempts (17/33).</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Western Kentucky's defense held their opponent to 27% shooting, with 8 threes made on 29 attempts. However, they sent them to the free-throw line 42 times, where they converted 29 free throws (69%). The Hilltoppers also gave up 16 offensive rebounds.</p>

Marshall Thundering Herd vs Western Kentucky Hilltoppers NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 11/30/24

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>Planning on watching today's Canucks and Capitals game? Catch the action at Capital One Arena in Washington, DC, as the Capitals hosts this showdown at 1:30 ET on ESPN+. The Canucks are favored by -1.5 goals in this non-conference showdown. The game's over/under is currently at 6 goals.</p><h3>VANCOUVER CANUCKS VS WASHINGTON CAPITALS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Washington Capitals +1.5</p><p>This game will be played at Capital One Arena at 1:30 ET on Sunday, February 11th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE WASHINGTON CAPITALS:</h3><ul><li>Even though they are considered 1.5-goal underdogs, our projection points to a 4-2 win for the Capitals.</li><li>We like the Capitals on the moneyline (+134)</li><li>The Capitals are also our pick on the spread at +1.5</li></ul><h3>Can Vancouver Live Up to the Hype on the Road?</h3><p><p>Through 52 games, the Canucks have a record of 34-12-6 and sit in first place in both the Western Conference and Pacific Division. On the road, Vancouver has gone 16-8-4, and they have been favored in 31 of their 52 games, going 21-7-3 in those contests. Over their last ten games, the Canucks have gone 6-4 and are 2-3 over their last five.</p>

<p>So far this season, Vancouver has gone 18-9 against Western Conference opponents and 9-4 against other teams in the Pacific Division. Over their last three games, the Canucks have gone 1-2.</p></p><p>On the road this season, the Canucks have gone 17-11 against the puck line, and they have a puck line record of 33-19 overall. So far this year, Vancouver has 23 wins by multiple goals and has gone 16-15 against the puck line when favored.</p>

<p>Overall, the team has an average scoring margin of +1.1 goals per game, and their average scoring differential on the road is +.6 goals per contest. In their last ten games, the Canucks have gone just 3-7 against the puck line, and their puck line record as the underdog is 17-4.</p> <p>Games involving Vancouver have an average of 6.3 goals per game this season. Their average over/under line is 6.5. In terms of their over/under performance, the Canucks come in with a record of 30-19-3.</p><p>Across their three previous road games, Vancouver has an puck line mark of 1-2. Their straight up record in these matchups was 1-2 while averaging 2 goals per game.</p><p>In terms of their offensive performance, the Canucks are averaging 3.7 goals per game this season, putting them in the 2nd spot in the NHL. When it comes to shots on goal per game, they are ranked 26th in the league. The Canucks went 15-5 in games where they had more shots than their opponents. However, in games with fewer shots on goal, their record was 18-7.</p><p>The leading scorer for Vancouver's offense is Brock Boeser. Coming into the game he has 30 goals, ranking 8th in the NHL. Boeser also comes into the game with 24 assists.</p><p>The Capitals defense is currently 19th in goals allowed. Opponents are averaging 30.4 shots per game against Washington. In terms of shutouts, they come into the game ranked 8th with 4 shutouts.</p><p>Goalie Thatcher Demko gets the start and has made 37 starts this season. His record at this point is 27-9, and his save percentage is 0.971%.</p><h3>Can the Washington Offense Score Enough at Home?</h3><p><p>At home this season, the Capitals have gone 13-8-4 and are 11-2-2 when favored. In the Eastern Conference standings, Washington is in 12th place and has a record of 23-20-7. Against other teams from the East, the Capitals have gone 13-15.</p>

<p>Over their last ten games, the Capitals have gone 3-7, and they have lost four of their last five games. As the underdog, Washington has a record of 12-18-5 this season.</p></p><p>Washington comes into the game with a puck line record of 22-28 this year, including going 11-14 at home. So far, the Capitals have 10 wins by multiple goals and 13 wins by just one goal. In their last ten games at home, the team has gone just 5-5 against the puck line.</p>

<p>Overall, the Capitals have an average scoring margin of -0.7 goals per game, and they have gone 18-17 against the puck line as the underdog. In their last five games, Washington has gone just 2-3 against the puck line.</p> <p>For the season, the average number of goals per game in matchups featuring Washington is 5.5. The season's average over/under line is currently at 6. The Capitals come in with an over/under record of 20-28-2.</p><p>Across their three previous road games, Vancouver has an puck line mark of 1-2. Their straight up record in these matchups was 1-2 while averaging 2 goals per game.</p><p>Offensively, the Capitals come into the game at 2.4 goals per contest placing 30th in the NHL. In terms of shots on goal per game, they are in 29th position in the league. In terms of the Capitals' offense during power plays, they are 31st in power play goals and 32nd in shorthanded goals.</p><p>Washington's leading goal scorer is Dylan Strome. So far this season, he has 20 goals, placing him 40th in the NHL. Along with his scoring, he has come up with 14 assists so far.</p><p>Defensively, the Capitals are currently 19th in goals allowed. On average, opponents are taking 30.4 shots per game against Washington. They also are 8th in shutouts, coming in with 4 shutouts.</p><p>Heading into this matchup vs. Vancouver, goalie Darcy Kuemper has started 24 games in this season. His current record is 11-12, and his save percentage stands at 0.721%.</p>

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