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<p>The Commodores and Tigers are set to face off at 4:30 ET on ESPN2. The Tigers will host the game at Pete Maravich Assembly Center in Baton Rouge, LA. Vanderbilt come into this Southeastern conference matchup as the -2.5 favorite. The over/under line currently sits at 156.5 points.</p><h3>VANDERBILT COMMODORES VS LSU TIGERS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: LSU Tigers +2.5</p><p>This game will be played at Pete Maravich Assembly Center at 4:30 ET on Saturday, January 4th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE LSU TIGERS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 77-70 in favor of the Tigers.</li><li>Not only will LSU pick up the win, but look for them to cover at +2.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 156.5 points, and we like the under with a projected 147 points.</li></ul><h3>Will Vanderbilt Make it Happen on the Road?</h3><p>Vanderbilt improved to 12-1 on the season with a dominant 100-56 win over New Orleans on Monday. The Commodores were heavy favorites at -35 and covered the spread with ease.</p> <p>Vanderbilt led 51-28 at halftime and continued their strong play in the second half, scoring 49 points while allowing just 28. The game’s total points of 156 fell just under the O/U line of 159.5.</p><p>Vanderbilt's offense was firing on all cylinders, putting up 100 points with a 47.4% shooting performance from the field. They connected on 41.2% of their threes, hitting 14 of 34 attempts, and were nearly perfect from the free-throw line, making 14 of 15 shots (93.3%).</p> <p>The Commodores' effective field goal percentage was an impressive 56.6%, and they dished out 22 assists. Tyler Nickel led the way with 19 points, hitting 5 of 10 threes, while Devin McGlockton was perfect from the field, going 6 for 6, including 2 for 2 from deep, and grabbing 10 rebounds.</p><p>Vanderbilt's defense gave up 56 points in their last game, with the opposing team shooting 47% from the field on 36 of 76 attempts. Inside the arc, they allowed 22 made shots on 42 attempts, a 52% success rate.</p> <p>From three-point range, the opposition hit 14 of 34 shots, shooting 41%. Vanderbilt also sent them to the free-throw line 15 times, where they converted 14 for 93%. The Commodores gave up 14 offensive rebounds.</p><h3>Are the Tigers Ready for a Home Win?</h3><p>LSU improved to 11-2 on the season with a dominant 110-45 win over Mississippi Valley State on Sunday. The Tigers, playing at home, were -40.5 favorites and covered the spread while the game’s total points of 155 exceeded the O/U line of 141.5.</p> <p>LSU took control early, leading 55-13 at halftime, and matched that offensive output in the 2nd half with another 55 points. The Delta Devils managed to score 32 points after the break, but LSU’s defense remained strong throughout the game.</p><p>LSU's offense was firing on all cylinders in their last game, putting up 110 points with a field goal percentage of 65.7%. Their effective field goal percentage was an impressive 74.3%, thanks in large part to their 87.2% shooting on two-point attempts (34/39). From beyond the arc, they hit 12 of 31 threes, good for 38.7%.</p> <p>Cam Carter led the way with 23 points and 7 assists, hitting 5 of 9 threes. Vyctorius Miller added 20 points and 5 rebounds, shooting 69.2% from the field. The Tigers dished out 26 assists as a team, with 10 offensive rebounds.</p><p>Despite LSU's defensive struggles, their offense put up 45 points in their previous game. They shot 65% from the field, making 46 of 70 attempts. Inside the arc, they were highly efficient, hitting 87% of their two-point shots, going 34/39.</p> <p>From three-point range, LSU connected on 12 of 31 attempts, shooting 38%. They also got to the free-throw line 12 times, making 6 of those shots for 50%.</p>

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<p>The Hornets and Bison are set to face off at 8:00 ET on ESPNU. The Bison will host the game at Burr Gymnasium in Washington, DC. This Mid-Eastern conference matchup has an over/under of 149.5 points, and Howard is favored to win by -5.5 at home vs. Delaware State.</p><h3>DELAWARE STATE HORNETS VS HOWARD BISON BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Howard Bison -5.5</p><p>This game will be played at Burr Gymnasium at 8:00 ET on Saturday, January 4th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE HOWARD BISON:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 78-69 in favor of the Bison.</li><li>Not only will Howard pick up the win, but look for them to cover at -5.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 149.5 points, and we like the under with a projected 147 points.</li></ul><h3>Can the Hornets Grab a Win in Washington?</h3><h3>Delaware State Hornets Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Delaware State fell to 4-7 on the season after a 76-58 road loss to Saint Joseph's on Saturday. The Hornets went into the game as +20 underdogs but managed to keep it closer than expected.</p> 

<p>After trailing 33-20 at halftime, Delaware State put up 38 points in the 2nd half but allowed 43. The game’s total points of 134 came in under the 148.5 O/U line.</p><p>Delaware State struggled offensively in their last game, scoring just 58 points on 35% shooting from the field. They failed to connect from beyond the arc, going 0-for-8, and their effective field goal percentage matched their overall shooting at 35%.</p> <p>Kaseem Watson led the way with 23 points, shooting 55% from the field, while Erik Reynolds added 22 points, hitting 4 of 13 from three. The Hornets managed 10 assists, with Derek Simpson contributing 9 of them.</p><p>Delaware State's defense struggled in their last game, giving up 76 points on 50% shooting from the field. They allowed 19 two-point field goals on 23 attempts, an 82% success rate for their opponent.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Delaware State's defense held their opponent to 25% shooting, with 8 made threes on 31 attempts. They also sent their opponent to the free-throw line 18 times, where they made 14 free throws, shooting 77%.</p><h3>Can the Bison Live Up to the Hype at Home?</h3><h3>Howard Bison Recent Game/Games</h3> <p>Howard’s season struggles continued with a 93-65 loss to Yale on Wednesday, dropping their record to 3-9. The Bison were +14 point underdogs going into the game and failed to cover the spread.</p> <p>Howard fell behind early, trailing 51-27 at halftime. They scored 38 points in the second half but allowed 42. The game’s total points of 158 went over the pre-game line of 149.5.</p><p>In their last game, Howard put up 65 points, shooting 45.6% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 50.9%. They hit 57.1% of their two-point attempts, but struggled from beyond the arc, connecting on just 27.3% (6/22) of their threes. At the free-throw line, they were efficient, making 7 of 9 attempts for a 77.8% success rate.</p> <p>Samson Aletan led the way with 19 points on 6 of 7 shooting in just 20 minutes, while John Poulakidas and Marcus Dockery each added 17 points. Poulakidas hit 4 of 8 threes, and Blake Harper and Nick Townsend also shot 50% from deep, each making 2 of 4 attempts.</p><p>Howard's defense struggled in their last game, giving up 93 points on 54% shooting from the field. They allowed their opponent to hit 57% of their two-point attempts, with 19 makes on 33 tries.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Howard's defense couldn't contain the three-point shooters, who went 14/28 for 50%. They also sent their opponent to the line 17 times, where they converted 13 free throws for 76%.</p>

Delaware State Hornets vs Howard Bison NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 1/4/25

<p>The forecast looks good for Friday's Twins vs. Tigers matchup, with the temperature sitting in the low 80s and clear skies in Detroit. First pitch from Comerica Park is set for 6:40 PM ET. BSN is carrying this one on TV.</p>

<p>Minnesota is currently 56-45 and 2nd in the AL Central, while the Tigers are 4th in the division with an overall record of 51-53. Detroit is the home underdog on the money line (+143), while the Twins are favored at -168. Friday's over/under line is at 8 runs.</p><h3>DETROIT TIGERS VS MINNESOTA TWINS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Detroit Tigers Moneyline +143</p><p>This game will be played at Comerica Park at 6:40 ET on Friday, July 26th.</p><h3>HOW TO BET THE TWINS VS TIGERS:</h3><ul><li>We have the Tigers winning by a score of 5 to 4</li><li>If you're looking for a run line pick, we also like the Tigers to cover</li><li>As for an over/under pick, we have this game finishing with 9 runs and like the over</li></ul><h3>Twins Records & Stats</h3><p>The Twins's offense was hot right out of the gates in their most recent game vs. the Phillies, closing out their series with a 5-4 win. After allowing one run to the Phillies in the top of the first, the Twins responded with a run of their own and added three more in the 2nd inning. Minnesota was the +115 underdog at home going into the game.</p>

<p>Steven Okert got the start for the Twins, going only one-third of an inning. He was pulled early, as the Phillies scored another run in the 2nd to tie things up. Matt Wallner came off the bench to hit a homer for the Twins but went only 1/2.</p><p>Minnesota is 56-45 overall and trails the Guardians by 4.5 games in the AL Central. The Twins are 19-13 against other teams in the division. Today, they are on the road to take on the Tigers, and they are 27-24 on the road this year.</p>

<p>As the favorite, the Twins have gone 44-26 this year, and they are 21-9 as the favorite on the road. Minnesota closed out their series vs. the Phillies with a win and took the series 2-1. So far this year, they have an overall series record of 20-11-1.</p><p>Minnesota is 48-53 against the run line this season, including a 28-23 mark on the road. The Twins have covered the run line in two straight road games, but they are just 20-30 against the run line at home. Minnesota has an average run margin of +0.4 runs per game this season.</p><p>The Minnesota Twins are on the road today against the Detroit Tigers, with the over/under line set at 8 runs. The Twins' games have averaged 9.2 runs per game this season, and their over/under record is 51-48. When the over/under line is set at 8 runs, their record is 7-15-2. In 38.6% of their games this season, the over/under line has been set higher than 8 runs.</p><p>Right-hander Pablo López gets the start for the Twins today as he faces the Tigers on the road. He has made 20 starts this season and has a record of 8-7 with an ERA of 4.87. Lopez's WHIP for the season is currently 1.15. In his last outing, he finished with a no-decision, going seven innings and giving up one earned run on four hits. Before that, he had given up at least two earned runs in three straight starts. Lopez has a total of nine quality starts this season and is averaging 10.38 strikeouts per nine innings.</p><p>Heading into today's game, the Twins are 7th in the league in scoring at 4.8 runs per game. They have been even better at home, averaging 4.9 runs per contest. Overall, they have been a good power-hitting team, as they are 8th in home runs and have the league's 4th best ISO. As a team, they are batting .252, which is 7th in the league.</p>

<p>Carlos Correa has been the Twins' top power threat this season, as he is 2nd on the team with 13 homers and is batting .308. He also comes into the game on a four-game hitting streak. Ryan Jeffers and Carlos Santana are tied for the team lead with 47 RBIs and have also gone deep 14 times this season.</p><h3>Tigers Records & Stats</h3><p>Heading into their last game vs. the Guardians, the Tigers closed out the series with a 3-0 win. Leading up to the game, they were the slight favorite at +127 on the money line. Offensively, the Tigers scored their three runs on eight hits and only hit one home run.</p>

<p>Tyler Holton got the start for the Tigers but only went two innings. He didn't give up a run, but the Tigers pulled him early. Easton Lucas got the win out of the bullpen and Shelby Miller picked up the save. Javier Baez was 1/4 with a homer and three RBIs.</p><p>Detroit is 51-53 overall, and they are 4th in the AL Central, 11 games behind the Guardians for the division lead. The Tigers have an 18-15 record in AL Central matchups this year. At home, the Tigers are 24-24 this season and 27-29 on the road.</p>

<p>So far, the Tigers have gone 22-20 as the favorite and 29-33 as the underdog. They come into today's game having won two straight at home, and their overall series record is 14-14-4. Detroit has gone 6-4 across their last ten games, which includes splitting their most recent series vs. the Guardians.</p><p>The Tigers have been a solid run line team this season, going 53-51 overall. They have been particularly good on the road, going 33-23 against the run line. They have also been a good bet as the underdog, going 41-21 against the run line in those games. The Tigers have been a good bet lately, covering the run line in 13 of their last 15 games as the underdog.</p><p>With an over/under line of 8 runs, the Detroit Tigers have played 38 of their games this season with higher lines, which accounts for 36.5% of their games. Their combined run average is 8.5 runs per game, and their over/under record is 56-45 overall. When the line is set at 8 runs, their record is 14-11-2. The under has hit in their last two games.</p><p>Right-hander Keider Montero gets the start for the Tigers today as he faces the Twins at home. He has made 5 starts and 6 appearances this season, coming into the game with a record of 1-3 and an ERA of 5.97. Montero's WHIP for the season is 1.39, and he has a batting average allowed of .268. The last time he pitched, Montero took the loss, giving up 5 earned runs in 5 1/3 innings of work. He has given up at least one homer in three straight outings. Montero's ERA at home is 6.92 compared to 5.64 on the road.</p><p>Heading into today's game, the Tigers offense is averaging 4.3 runs per game, which is 18th in the MLB. They have been a bit better at home, averaging 4.4 runs per game. As a team, the Tigers are batting just .233, and their on-base percentage of .298 is also near the bottom of the league. Detroit's team slugging percentage of .388 is 16th in the league.</p>

<p>Riley Greene has been a bright spot for the Tigers this season, as he is batting .264 with a team-high 17 homers and 51 RBIs. Justyn-Henry Malloy has gone 5/18 over his last six games, including two homers, and Wenceel Perez has two homers in his last eight games, but he is batting just .194 in that stretch.</p>

Minnesota Twins vs Detroit Tigers Betting Pick & Prediction 7/26/24

<p>The Jaspers and Saints are set to face off at 7:00 ET on ESPN+. The Saints will host the game at MVP Arena in Albany, NY. The odds for this Metro Atlantic Athletic conference game currently have Siena as the -3.5 point favorite with the over/under line sitting at 142.5 points.</p><h3>MANHATTAN JASPERS VS SIENA SAINTS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Siena Saints -3.5</p><p>This game will be played at MVP Arena at 7:00 ET on Friday, January 3rd.</p><h3>WHY BET THE SIENA SAINTS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 78-69 in favor of the Saints.</li><li>Not only will Siena pick up the win, but look for them to cover at -3.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 142.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 147 points.</li></ul><h3>Does Manhattan Have A Chance at MVP Arena?</h3><h3>Manhattan Jaspers Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Manhattan improved to 5-5 on the season with an 86-81 road win over Presbyterian on Saturday, December 21st. Entering the game as +4.5 point underdogs, the Jaspers not only pulled off the upset but also covered the spread.</p> 

<p>After trailing 43-30 at halftime, Manhattan turned things around by scoring 43 points in the 2nd half while holding Presbyterian to 30. The game’s total points of 167 exceeded the over/under line of 145.5.</p><p>Manhattan's offense put up 86 points in their last game, shooting 41.3% from the field and 34.6% from three-point range. They connected on 25 of 32 free throws, hitting 78.1% from the line, and grabbed 13 offensive rebounds.</p> <p>Carl Parrish led the way with 23 points, hitting 6 of 9 from deep. Kory Mincy, Will Sydnor, Jaden Winston, and Devin Dinkins each added 18 points, with Mincy dishing out 7 assists.</p><p>Despite giving up 81 points, the Manhattan Jaspers held their opponent to 39% shooting from the field. The Jaspers allowed 14 two-point field goals on 32 attempts, a 43% conversion rate.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Manhattan's defense saw their opponent hit 11 threes on 31 attempts, good for 35%. The Jaspers also sent their opponent to the line 29 times, where they made 20 free throws, a 69% success rate. Manhattan gave up 16 offensive rebounds in the game.</p><h3>Is A Home Victory Likely for the Favored Saints?</h3><p>Siena improved to 6-7 on the season with an 83-77 road win over Cornell on Monday. The Saints entered the game as +12.5 point underdogs but pulled off the upset and covered the spread.</p> <p>After a 35-35 tie at halftime, Siena scored 48 points in the 2nd half while allowing 42. The game’s total points of 160 exceeded the O/U line of 147.5.</p><p>Siena's offense was firing on all cylinders in their latest game, putting up 83 points with a field goal percentage of 54.2% and an effective field goal percentage of 62.5%. They connected on 42.1% of their three-point attempts, hitting 8 of 19 from deep, while shooting 62.1% from inside the arc. At the free-throw line, they made 23 of 32 attempts, good for 71.9%.</p> <p>Nazir Williams led the way with 20 points and 5 assists, shooting 61.5% from the field. Justice Shoats also dished out 10 assists, while Gavin Doty added 16 points and 8 rebounds. Guy Ragland Jr. was perfect from the field, going 5-for-5, including 1-for-1 from three-point range.</p><p>Despite Siena's defensive efforts, they gave up 77 points on 53% shooting from the field. The Saints allowed 24 two-point baskets on 40 attempts, a 60% success rate for their opponents.</p> <p>Siena's defense held the opposing team to 4 made three-pointers on 12 attempts, a 33% shooting rate. However, they sent them to the free-throw line 22 times, where they converted 17 free throws, shooting 77%.</p>

Manhattan Jaspers vs Siena Saints NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 1/3/25

<p>Planning on watching today's Bears and Yellow Jackets game? Catch the action at McCamish Pavilion in Atlanta, GA, as the Yellow Jackets hosts this showdown at 1:00 ET on ACC. The over/under for this non-conference contest is set at 148.5 points, with Georgia Tech being favored by -22.5 over Central Arkansas.</p><h3>CENTRAL ARKANSAS BEARS VS GEORGIA TECH YELLOW JACKETS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Central Arkansas Bears +22.5</p><p>This game will be played at McCamish Pavilion at 1:00 ET on Saturday, November 30th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE CENTRAL ARKANSAS BEARS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 80-67 in favor of the Yellow Jackets.</li><li>Even though we have Georgia Tech winning straight-up, we like Central Arkansas at +22.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 148.5 points, and we like the under with a projected 147 points.</li></ul><h3>Does Central Arkansas Have What it Takes on the Road?</h3><h3>Central Arkansas Bears Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Central Arkansas pulled off a 92-83 win over UNC Asheville on Sunday, November 24th. The Bears were +7.5 point underdogs going into the game, but not only did they win, they also covered the spread.</p> 

<p>Central Arkansas led 38-30 at halftime, but allowed 41 points in the 2nd half while scoring 33. The game’s total points reached 175, surpassing the O/U line of 144.</p><p>Central Arkansas put up 92 points in their last game, shooting 48.5% from the field. They were dominant inside, hitting 64.1% of their two-point attempts, but struggled from beyond the arc, connecting on just 25.9% of their threes (7/27).</p> <p>Fletcher Abee led the way with 27 points, hitting 9 threes at a 47.4% clip. Elias Cato added 23 points and 9 rebounds, while Layne Taylor and Brayden Fagbemi each contributed 19 points, with Taylor also dishing out 7 assists.</p><p>Central Arkansas struggled defensively, giving up 83 points while allowing their opponent to shoot 48% from the field. Inside the arc, they were particularly vulnerable, with the other team hitting 64% of their two-point attempts, going 25/39.</p> <p>From three-point range, Central Arkansas held their opponent to 25% shooting, as they made just 7 of 27 attempts. However, they sent them to the free-throw line 28 times, where they converted 21 free throws at a 75% rate. Central Arkansas also gave up 11 offensive rebounds.</p><h3>Can Georgia Tech Pull Out the Win as Home Favorites?</h3><h3>Georgia Tech Yellow Jackets Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Georgia Tech cruised to a 91-67 win over Charleston Southern on Wednesday, November 27th. Playing at home, the Yellow Jackets were -19.5 favorites and covered the spread with ease.</p> 

<p>Georgia Tech led 47-32 at halftime and continued their strong play in the 2nd half, outscoring the Buccaneers 44-35. The total points for the game reached 158, surpassing the O/U line of 151.</p><p>Georgia Tech put up 91 points in their last game, shooting 52.8% from the field. Their effective field goal percentage was 55.6%, with a strong 57.4% shooting on two-point attempts, while they struggled from beyond the arc, hitting just 27.3% (3/11) of their threes.</p> <p>The Yellow Jackets recorded 18 assists and 13 offensive rebounds, with Taje' Kelly leading the way with 20 points despite shooting 35.3% overall. Baye Ndongo and Naithan George each added 17 points, with Ndongo shooting 80.0% from the field and George contributing 7 assists.</p><p>Despite Georgia Tech's defensive struggles, they still managed to hold their opponent to 67 points. The Yellow Jackets allowed a 52% shooting performance, with their opponent hitting 38 of 72 shots.</p> <p>Georgia Tech's defense gave up 57% shooting from two-point range, with their opponent making 35 of 61 attempts. However, the Yellow Jackets limited their opponent's three-point shooting to 27%, as they went 3 for 11 from beyond the arc.</p>

Central Arkansas Bears vs Georgia Tech Yellow Jackets NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 11/30/24

<p>The Miami Heat (-345) will host the Utah Jazz (+273) in a non-conference matchup. The Heat are currently favored by 8.5 points and the over/under line is set at 223.5. Miami is 6th in the East with a record of 17-15, while Utah is 14th in the West at 7-25.</p>

<p>This game will tip off at 8:00 ET and can be seen on KJZZ. The Jazz have lost five straight games and will be playing in Miami's Kaseya Center.</p><h3>UTAH JAZZ VS MIAMI HEAT BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Utah Jazz +8.5</p><p>This game will be played at Kaseya Center at 8:00 ET on Saturday, January 4th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE UTAH JAZZ:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 138-112 in favor of the Jazz.</li><li>Our projections have Lauri Markkanen finishing with 21 points, 7 rebounds and 2 assists.</li><li>From the field, we have the Jazz finishing with a field goal percentage of 46.2% and knocking down 16 threes.</li></ul><h3>Will the Utah Defense Show Up on the Road?</h3><p>The Jazz fell to 7-25 on the season after a 119-103 loss to the Knicks on Wednesday. Utah entered the game as +12 point underdogs and failed to cover the spread. The total score of 222 points fell short of the 228-point line.</p> <p>Utah led 25-24 after the 1st quarter, but the Knicks took control by outscoring them 32-21 in the 2nd. The Jazz narrowed the gap by winning the 3rd quarter 33-31, but they couldn’t complete the comeback, as New York pulled away in the 4th, outscoring Utah 32-24.</p><p>In their 119-103 loss to the Knicks, the Jazz shot just 40.6% from the field and 30.2% from beyond the arc, hitting 13 threes. Collin Sexton led the way, shooting 76.9% and knocking down 4 threes at an 80% clip, finishing with 25 points and 5 assists.</p> <p>Jordan Clarkson also contributed 25 points, with 12 coming in the 3rd quarter. Lauri Markkanen struggled, shooting 27.3% and adding 16 points, while Keyonte George chipped in 15, with 8 of those coming in the opening period.</p><p>Defensively, the Jazz struggled against the Knicks, giving up 119 points on 55% shooting. They allowed 32 points in both the 2nd and 4th quarters, contributing to the loss.</p> <p>Utah did well in limiting New York's three-point shooting, allowing just 9 made threes. The Jazz also sent the Knicks to the line 23 times, where they hit 16 free throws.</p><h3>Can Miami Deliver Being Favored at Home?</h3><p>The Heat fell to 17-15 on the season after a 128-115 loss to the Pacers on Thursday. Miami, who were -2 point favorites, lost by 13 at home. The total score of 243 points went over the pre-game line of 225.5 by 17.5 points.</p> <p>Indiana took control early with a 12-0 run, breaking a 2-2 tie and jumping out to a 14-2 lead. The Pacers continued to dominate, outscoring Miami 38-25 in the 1st quarter and 28-25 in the 2nd. They extended their lead to 107-83 by the end of the 3rd quarter. Miami outscored Indiana 32-21 in the 4th, but it was too late to mount a comeback.</p><p>In Thursday's loss to the Pacers, the Heat shot 57.3% from the field and 42.3% from three, hitting 11 threes overall. Kel'el Ware led the way with 25 points, shooting 81.8% and hitting 3 of 4 from deep.</p> <p>Ware scored 18 of his points in the 4th quarter, while Bam Adebayo added 8 of his 20 points in the 3rd. Tyler Herro contributed 17 points, with 9 coming in the 2nd quarter.</p><p>Defensively, the Heat struggled in the 1st and 3rd quarters, giving up 38 and 41 points, respectively, in their 128-115 loss to the Pacers. They did manage to tighten up in the 4th, allowing just 21 points, but it wasn't enough to overcome their earlier defensive lapses.</p> <p>Miami allowed Indiana to shoot 53% from the field, including 42% from beyond the arc, where the Pacers hit 17 threes. The Heat sent Indiana to the line 16 times, with the Pacers converting 9 free throws. Miami finished with 34 defensive rebounds but allowed 13 offensive boards, while also recording 6 steals and 6 blocks.</p>

Utah Jazz vs Miami Heat Betting Pick & Prediction 1/4/25

<p>Looking to win big? The Sabres and Golden Knights face off at 10:00 ET on ESPN+. The Golden Knights are hosting the game at T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas, NV. The over/under goal line for this matchup is currently at 6.5 goals, and the Golden Knights are favored by -1.5 vs. the Sabres.</p><h3>BUFFALO SABRES VS VEGAS GOLDEN KNIGHTS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Vegas Golden Knights -1.5</p><p>This game will be played at T-Mobile Arena at 10:00 ET on Saturday, January 4th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE VEGAS GOLDEN KNIGHTS:</h3><ul><li>Coming in as 1.5 goal favorites, our projections have the Golden Knights picking up a  4-3 win.</li><li>Take the Golden Knights on the moneyline</li><li>On the spread, we like Sabres (+1.5)</li></ul><h3>Does Buffalo Have What it Takes on the Road?</h3><p>Buffalo’s record dropped to 14-21-5 after a 2-1 loss to the Red Wings. The Sabres were underdogs on the puck line and the total was set at 6.5 goals, but the teams combined for just 3 goals.</p> <p>Buffalo scored first with a short-handed goal from Alex Tuch in the first period, but the Red Wings responded with two power-play goals in the second. The Sabres failed to score again, leaving them without a win in their last three games.</p><p>Buffalo's offense managed just one goal in their 2-1 loss to Detroit, with Alex Tuch scoring his 5th of the season on a shorthanded effort. The Sabres fired 32 shots on goal but couldn't find the back of the net again, and they were held scoreless on the power play.</p> <p>Buffalo had 13 giveaways and failed to score after the first period. Tuch, who took 5 shots on goal, netted the team's only goal at 8:21 of the first period.</p><p>Buffalo's defense allowed two goals, both of which came in the second period on power plays. Goalie Ukko-Pekka Luukkonen made 21 saves with a 91.3% save percentage. The Sabres' defense also recorded 5 takeaways and 17 hits.</p><h3>Is A Home Victory Likely for the Favored Golden Knights?</h3><p>Vegas improved to 26-9-3 with a 4-3 overtime win against Utah. The Golden Knights were favored by -1.5 goals and didn’t cover the puck line. The total for the game was set at 6.5 goals, and the combined score of 7 surpassed that mark.</p> 

<p>Utah took a 2-0 lead before Vegas responded with four unanswered goals. All four of the Golden Knights’ goals were scored by different players.</p><p>Vegas fired 35 shots on goal but only found the net four times in their 4-3 overtime win. Brett Howden’s 6th goal of the season came 2:15 into overtime, while William Karlsson scored his 2nd goal of the year at 14:23 in the 3rd period.</p> <p>Pavel Dorofeyev opened the scoring for the Golden Knights, netting his 7th goal at 4:54 in the 2nd period. Noah Hanifin added his 2nd goal of the season and also contributed two assists, bringing his assist total to 5 on the year.</p><p>Vegas's defense struggled early, allowing the first two goals of the game, one at 11:52 in the first period and another at 12:00 in the second. After taking a 3-2 lead, they conceded again at 13:10 in the third period. Adin Hill made 16 saves with a save percentage of 84.2%. Defensively, the Golden Knights recorded 10 takeaways and 22 hits.</p>

Buffalo Sabres vs Vegas Golden Knights Betting Pick & Prediction 1/4/25

<p>Making on a bet on this NCAA game featuring the Cardinal versus the Panthers? Tip off is at at 6:30 ET, and you can watch it all unfold on ESPN2. The game will be played at Petersen Events Center in Pittsburgh, PA. The odds for this Atlantic Coast conference game currently have Pittsburgh as the -9.5 point favorite with the over/under line sitting at 151.5 points.</p><h3>STANFORD CARDINAL VS PITTSBURGH PANTHERS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Pittsburgh Panthers -9.5</p><p>This game will be played at Petersen Events Center at 6:30 ET on Saturday, January 4th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE PITTSBURGH PANTHERS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 80-66 in favor of the Panthers.</li><li>Not only will Pittsburgh pick up the win, but look for them to cover at -9.5.</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>Are Stanford Ready for a Road Win?</h3><h3>Stanford Cardinal Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Stanford fell to 9-4 on the season after an 85-71 road loss to Clemson on Wednesday. The Cardinal entered the game as +10.5 point underdogs and didn’t cover the spread. The game’s total points of 156 exceeded the over/under line of 143.5.</p> 

<p>Stanford trailed 43-41 at halftime but struggled in the second half, scoring just 30 points while allowing 42.</p><p>Stanford's offense put up 71 points in their last game, shooting 44.3% from the field and 28.6% from three-point range. They were efficient at the free-throw line, hitting 91.7% of their attempts, and grabbed 14 offensive rebounds.</p> <p>Chase Hunter led the way with 22 points, while Oziyah Sellers added 20 on 77.8% shooting. Chauncey Wiggins contributed 17 points, hitting 4 of 5 from beyond the arc.</p><p>Stanford's defense struggled in their last game, giving up 85 points on 48% shooting. They allowed 51% shooting from two-point range, with the opposing team hitting 20 of 39 attempts.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Stanford's opponents shot 42%, making 8 of 19 threes. They also sent the other team to the line 24 times, where they converted 21 free throws at an 87% rate. Stanford gave up 11 offensive rebounds.</p><h3>Does Pittsburgh Have What it Takes at Home?</h3><h3>Pittsburgh Panthers Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Pittsburgh improved to 11-2 on the season with an 86-74 win over California on Wednesday. Despite being -14 favorites, the Panthers didn’t cover the spread. The total points for the game were 160, surpassing the over/under line of 154.5.</p> 

<p>Pittsburgh trailed 42-38 at halftime but turned things around in the 2nd half, outscoring Cal 48-32 to secure the win.</p><p>Pittsburgh's offense put up 86 points in their last game, shooting 50% from the field and 44.4% from three-point range. Their effective field goal percentage was 57.7%, and they hit 76.5% of their free throws, going 26-for-34 from the line.</p> <p>Jaland Lowe led the way with 27 points and 8 assists, despite shooting just 39.1% overall and 20% from three. Cameron Corhen was efficient, hitting 7 of 8 shots for 19 points and grabbing 11 rebounds.</p><p>Despite Pittsburgh's defensive efforts, they gave up 74 points, with their opponents shooting 50% from the field. Inside the arc, the Panthers allowed 18 of 34 shots to fall, a 52% success rate.</p> <p>From three-point range, Pittsburgh's defense couldn't contain their opponents, who hit 8 of 18 attempts, shooting 44%. The Panthers also sent them to the free-throw line 34 times, where they converted 26 free throws at a 76% clip.</p>

Stanford Cardinal vs Pittsburgh Panthers NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 1/4/25

<p>Planning on watching today's Gamecocks and Owls game? Catch the action at KSU Convocation Center in Kennesaw, GA, as the Owls hosts this showdown at 5:00 ET on ESPN+. The over/under for this game is set at 155.5 points, and Kennesaw State is favored by -1.5 vs. Jacksonville State in a Conference USA conference matchup.</p><h3>JACKSONVILLE STATE GAMECOCKS VS KENNESAW STATE OWLS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Kennesaw State Owls -1.5</p><p>This game will be played at KSU Convocation Center at 5:00 ET on Saturday, January 4th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE KENNESAW STATE OWLS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 80-67 in favor of the Owls.</li><li>Not only will Kennesaw State pick up the win, but look for them to cover at -1.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 155.5 points, and we like the under with a projected 147 points.</li></ul><h3>Are Jacksonville State Ready for a Road Win?</h3><h3>Jacksonville State Gamecocks Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Jacksonville State evened their record at 5-5 with a 91-80 road win over Eastern Kentucky on Saturday, December 21st. Entering the game as slight -1 favorites, the Gamecocks covered the spread in the victory.</p> 

<p>After a 33-33 tie at halftime, Jacksonville State exploded for 58 points in the 2nd half, while allowing 47. The game’s total points of 171 exceeded the over/under line of 145.5.</p><p>Jacksonville State put up 91 points in their last game, shooting 45.6% from the field and 50% from three-point range, hitting 12 of 24 attempts. Their effective field goal percentage was 54.4%, and they connected on 77.3% of their free throws, going 17 for 22 from the line.</p> <p>Devontae Blanton led the way with 36 points, shooting 50% overall, while Jaron Pierre Jr. added 22 points on 53.3% shooting. The Gamecocks grabbed 20 offensive rebounds and dished out 18 assists in the win.</p><p>Jacksonville State's defense gave up 80 points, with the opposing team shooting 39% from the field, hitting 28 of their 71 attempts. Inside the arc, they connected on 21 of 41 shots, good for 51%.</p> <p>From three-point range, the Gamecocks held their opponents to 7 made threes on 30 attempts, a 23% shooting performance. They also sent them to the line 19 times, where they converted 17 free throws, shooting 89%. Jacksonville State allowed 16 offensive rebounds.</p><h3>Will the Owls Secure A Victory as Home Favorites?</h3><h3>Kennesaw State Owls Recent Game/Games</h3> <p>Kennesaw State fell to 5-5 on the season after an 89-65 road loss to San Jose State on Saturday, December 21st. The Owls entered the game as +3.5 point underdogs but failed to cover the spread.</p> <p>After trailing 45-33 at halftime, Kennesaw State was outscored 44-32 in the second half. The total points for the game were 154, going over the pre-game line of 152.5.</p><p>Kennesaw State's offense struggled in their last game, shooting just 31.3% from the field and 21.9% from three-point range, finishing with 65 points. Their effective field goal percentage was 35.8%, and they hit 16 of 26 free throws (61.5%).</p> <p>Josh Uduje and Simeon Cottle each scored 22 points, with Uduje shooting 9/12 from the field. Latrell Davis added 20 points, hitting 3 of 6 threes, while Sadaidriene Hall contributed 17 points and 14 rebounds, making all 3 of his three-point attempts.</p><p>Despite Kennesaw State's defensive struggles, allowing 89 points on 52% shooting, they did manage to limit offensive rebounds, giving up just 4 in the game. The Owls allowed 33 field goals, including 9 three-pointers on 26 attempts (34%).</p> <p>Inside the arc, Kennesaw State's defense gave up 24 two-point baskets on 37 attempts, a 64% shooting percentage. They also sent the opposing team to the free-throw line 22 times, where they converted 14 free throws (63%).</p>

Jacksonville State Gamecocks vs Kennesaw State Owls NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 1/4/25

<p>The Seahawks and Skyhawks are set to face off at 2:00 ET on NEC. The Skyhawks will host the game at Merkert Gymnasium in South Easton, MA. In this Northeast matchup, Wagner is favored by -4 vs. Stonehill. The over/under for the game is 127.5 points.</p><h3>WAGNER SEAHAWKS VS STONEHILL SKYHAWKS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Wagner Seahawks -4</p><p>This game will be played at Merkert Gymnasium at 2:00 ET on Saturday, February 3rd.</p><h3>WHY BET THE WAGNER SEAHAWKS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 83-65 in favor of the Seahawks.</li><li>Not only will Wagner pick up the win, but look for them to cover at -4.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 127.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 148 points.</li></ul><h3>Can Wagner Secure a Road Victory?</h3><p>Wagner will look to build off their 80-57 win over Le Moyne as they hit the road to take on Stonehill. So far this season, the Seahawks have gone 4-7 on the road, and they are 5-2 when favored.</p>

<p>Overall, Wagner has gone 10-10, including a 4-3 record in Northeast Conference play. Their average scoring margin on the road this season is -6.5 points per game.</p><p>Wagner has an overall ATS record of 8-9 this season. On the road, the Seahawks are 4-7 vs. the spread. As the favorite, Wagner has gone 4-3 ATS this year. Over their last 10 games as the favorite, the Seahawks are 5-5 vs. the spread.</p><p>Wagner's over/under record for the season is 6-11 and the average over/under line in their games is 128.6. Today's over/under line of 127.5 is lower than the average over/under line in their games this year. In their last three games, the average scoring total is 126 points and their over/under record over the last 10 games is 4-5.</p><p>The Wagner offense is coming off a game where they scored 80 points against Le Moyne. They posted a field goal percentage of 50.8% and connected on 13 threes. The top scorer for the Seahawks was Julian Brown with 23 points, while Melvin Council Jr. also added 21 to the scoreboard.</p><p>At this time, the Seahawks' defense is positioned 10th in the country, permitting 62.4 points per game. Against Le Moyne, the Seahawks' defense gave up 57 points and did a good job not fouling. For the game, Le Moyne only made 7 free-throws.</p><h3>Will Stonehill Win at Home?</h3><p>Stonehill enters this game as a 4-point underdog, and they have gone 1-20 when in the underdog role this season. The Skyhawks are 2-5 at home this season, and they have gone 5-5 in their last 10 games at home.</p>

<p>So far, Stonehill is 2-21 overall, and they have lost their last 10 games. They have gone 0-8 in Northeast Conference games, compared to 2-13 in non-conference action.</p><p>Stonehill has an overall ATS record of 7-15-1 this season, including a mark of 3-4 at home. Over their last 10 games as the underdog, the Skyhawks have gone 3-6-1 vs. the spread.</p><p>Today's over/under line of 127.5 points is lower than the average over/under line in Stonehill's games this season (143.6). So far, 17 of their games have finished with more points than 127.5. Over their last three games, the average scoring total is 126 points.</p><p>Stonehill is fresh off a strong offensive showing, putting up 72 points versus Sacred Heart. This output is higher than their season-average of 63.3 points per game. Coming into the game, the Skyhawks offense has strugled with their outside shot this season, hitting threes at a rate of just 31%. On average, they get up 26.9 three-point attempts per game and are averaging 9.3 made free-throws.</p><p>At present, the Skyhawks' defense is nationally ranked 273rd, allowing 77.3 points per game. In their previous game vs. Sacred Heart, the Pioneers finished with a field goal percentage of 44% and a total of 77 points vs. Stonehill.</p>

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