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<p>The Red Sox and Orioles face off in an AL East matchup at 1:05 PM ET at Oriole Park at Camden Yards in Baltimore. The forecast for Monday's game calls for broken clouds and temperatures in the low 70s.</p>

<p>Boston is 27-26 this season, while the Orioles are 33-18 and have won four straight. Cole Irvin will start for the Orioles, while the Red Sox are sending Cooper Criswell to the mound. Baltimore is favored at -156, and the over/under line is currently 8.5 runs. NESN will be televising Monday's Red Sox and Orioles game.</p><h3>BALTIMORE ORIOLES VS BOSTON RED SOX BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Baltimore Orioles Moneyline -156</p><p>This game will be played at Oriole Park at Camden Yards at 1:05 ET on Monday, May 27th.</p><h3>HOW TO BET THE RED SOX VS ORIOLES:</h3><ul><li>We have the Orioles winning by a score of 5.1 to 5</li><li>However, if you're looking for a run line pick, we like the Red Sox to cover</li><li>As for an over/under pick, we have this game finishing with 10.1 runs and like the over</li></ul><h3>Red Sox Records & Stats</h3><p>Heading into their last game vs. the Brewers, the Red Sox closed out the series with a 2-1 win. Leading up to the game, they were the heavy favorite at -144. Offensively, the Red Sox only scored two runs but did so on nine hits. Wilyer Abreu was hot at the plate, going 3/4 with a run scored.</p>

<p>Tanner Houck got the start for the Red Sox, going six innings and giving up just one run on seven hits. He only had one strikeout in the outing and got the win.</p><p>Boston is 27-26 overall, putting them 3rd in the AL East, nine games behind the Yankees for the division lead. Heading into today's game, they are 4-6 against other AL East teams. The Red Sox are on the road, where they are 16-11 this year, compared to 11-15 at home.</p>

<p>The Red Sox lost two of three games in their series vs. the Brewers. This year, they have an overall series record of 8-8-1. As the road underdog, the Red Sox are an even 10-10 this year, and they have won four straight games as the road underdog. As for their overall winning streak, they have won three straight as the underdog.</p><p>The Red Sox have been a profitable team to bet on the run line this season, going 24-29 overall. They have been especially good on the road, going 17-10 on the run line. They have covered the run line in four straight games and have been a good bet as the underdog, going 17-11 on the run line in those games.</p><p>The Red Sox are on the road against the Orioles today. The O/U line for the game is 8.5 runs. This season, the Red Sox have played in games with an average of 8.2 runs per game. Their O/U record is 19-30, and they have played in 11 games with O/U lines of 8.5 runs. Their O/U record in those games is 9-10. The O/U line for their games has been set at 8 runs on average.</p><p>Right-hander Cooper Criswell is starting for the Red Sox today as he faces the Orioles on the road. Through seven starts, Criswell has a record of 2-1 and an ERA of 2.86. He has made a total of eight appearances this season and has a WHIP of 1.12. Criswell has been solid on the road, coming in with a record of 1-0 and an ERA of 1.82. At home, his ERA is 3.86. Criswell has allowed five homers this season and is coming off an outing in which he allowed one homer. He has finished with a no-decision in each of his last four starts.</p><p>Heading into today's game, the Red Sox offense is averaging 4.4 runs per game, which is 15th in the league. They have been a better offensive team on the road this season, averaging 4.9 runs per game. Overall, they are 9th in home runs and have a team batting average of .243. Boston's offense has been good at avoiding strikeouts this season, but they are just 26th in team walks.</p>

<p>Rafael Devers comes into the game as the Red Sox's top power threat, with 10 homers this season, which is 8th in the league. However, he is batting just .212 over his last nine games. Devers is also 2nd on the team with 24 RBIs. Ceddanne Rafaela is the team's top run producer, but he is batting just .208 this season.</p><h3>Orioles Records & Stats</h3><p>Heading into their last game vs. the White Sox, the Orioles closed out the series with a 4-1 win. Leading up to thethe game, they were the heavy favorite at -166. Offensively, the Orioles only scored their four runs on six hits and didn't hit a home run.</p>

<p>Kyle Bradish put together a good start for the Orioles, going seven innings and not giving up a run. He also issued just four walks and struck out 11 White Sox batters. Adley Rutschman was hot at the plate, going 2/4 with a homer and two RBIs.</p><p>Baltimore comes into today's game at 33-18 overall, putting them 2nd in the AL East. They trail the Yankees by two games for the division lead. The Orioles closed out their series vs. the White Sox with a win and took the series 4-0. So far, they have been very good in divisional games, going 7-2.</p>

<p>At home, the Orioles are 17-10 this year compared to a 16-8 mark on the road. Baltimore has won four straight games, and they are 26-16 as the favorite this year. As the home favorite, the Orioles are 16-9. So far, their overall series record is 11-4-2.</p><p>The Orioles have been a solid run line bet this season, going 28-23 overall. They have been particularly good on the road, where they are 14-10 against the run line. They have covered the run line in four straight games and are 7-2 against the run line as an underdog this season.</p><p>The Baltimore Orioles are at home today, and the over/under line for their game against the Boston Red Sox is set at 8.5 runs. The Orioles' games have averaged 8.7 runs per game this season, and their over/under record is 25-20. When the over/under line is set at 8.5 runs, their record is 10-7. So far this season, 25.5% of their games have had over/under lines set at 8.5 runs, while 41.2% have had lines set below that number.</p><p>Cole Irvin has made 7 starts this year and has a record of 4-2 with an ERA of 3.15. In his 9 appearances, he has a WHIP of 1.09 and has issued just 1.58 walks per nine innings. Looking at his home/road splits, Irvin has an ERA of 2.85 at home compared to 4.28 on the road. The left-hander's last outing came out of the bullpen, where he took the loss, going 3 1/3 innings and giving up 3 earned runs on 6 hits. Before that, he had won two straight starts. His ERA for May is 3.38.</p><p>Adley Rutschman and Gunnar Henderson have been a great 1-2 punch for the Orioles this season, as Rutschman is batting .300 with 10 homers, and Henderson is hitting .264 with 17 long balls. Henderson's 17 homers are the 2nd most in the league, and the Orioles are also 2nd in the league in team home runs. Henderson is also on a nice stretch, going 8/30 in his last nine games with four homers. Rutschman has gone just 3/26 in his last seven games.</p>

<p>As a team, the Orioles are 4th in the league in runs at 4.9 per game. They have been even better on the road, averaging 5 runs per contest. Overall, they are batting a collective .242, which is 11th in the league, and have the league's best isolated power number at .194.</p>

Boston Red Sox vs Baltimore Orioles Betting Pick & Prediction 5/27/24

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<p>Making on a bet on this NHL game featuring the Oilers versus the Ducks? The puck drops at 4:00 ET, and you can watch it all unfold on ESPN+. The game will be played at Honda Center in Anaheim, CA. The Oilers are favored by -1.5 in this Pacific divisional contest against the Ducks. The game's over/under currently sits at 6.5 goals.</p><h3>EDMONTON OILERS VS ANAHEIM DUCKS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Anaheim Ducks +1.5</p><p>This game will be played at Honda Center at 4:00 ET on Sunday, December 29th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE ANAHEIM DUCKS:</h3><ul><li>Even though they are considered 1.5-goal underdogs, our projection points to a 4-3 win for the Ducks.</li><li>We like the Ducks on the moneyline (+236)</li><li>The Ducks are also our pick on the spread at +1.5</li></ul><h3>Will Edmonton Pull Through as the Favored Road Team?</h3><p>With a 4-2 win over the Flames, the Oilers moved to 21-11-3 this season. Edmonton covered the puck line as -1.5 goal favorites, and the total was set at 6.5 goals, but the combined score of 6 fell just short of that mark.</p>

<p>Edmonton had four different players score in the game. The Oilers jumped out to a 2-0 lead, but the Flames tied it up before Edmonton added two more goals to secure the win.</p><p>Edmonton’s offense struck early, with Leon Draisaitl scoring his 9th goal just 20 seconds into the game. Jeff Skinner followed with his 3rd goal at 11:48 in the first period. Zach Hyman added a power-play goal, his 3rd of the season, at 9:50 in the third. Mattias Janmark closed out the scoring with an empty-netter, his 2nd goal, with just three seconds left.</p> <p>The Oilers fired 31 shots on goal and recorded 10 giveaways. Draisaitl also picked up two assists, bringing his season total to 8. Ryan Nugent-Hopkins added his 5th assist on Hyman’s power-play goal.</p><p>Defensively, the Oilers will look to improve after giving up the tying goal at 15:32 in the 3rd period. Stuart Skinner made 29 saves with a 93.5% save percentage, and the defense had 2 takeaways and 19 hits. The first goal they allowed was a power-play goal from the Flames at 15:27 in the 2nd period.</p><h3>Can the Ducks Pull Off a Home Win?</h3><p>Anaheim fell to 13-17-4 after a 4-2 road loss to the Blackhawks. The Ducks entered the game as the puck line favorites, but failed to cover. The total was set at 6.5 goals, and the combined 6 goals fell just short.</p> 

<p>The Ducks trailed 3-0 before finally getting on the board at 10:16 in the third period. Brock McGinn and Mason McTavish each scored for Anaheim in the loss.</p><p>Anaheim's offense was limited to two goals in their 4-2 loss to Chicago. Brock McGinn scored his second goal of the season, while Mason McTavish added another, also his second, with just 4 seconds left in the game on a power play.</p> <p>The Ducks fired 39 shots on goal but were hampered by 16 giveaways. Ross Johnston picked up his first assist of the season, while Troy Terry and Ryan Strome added their 5th and 4th assists, respectively.</p><p>Anaheim's defense struggled early, giving up two goals in the first period and another late in the second. They also allowed a crucial goal at 17:43 in the third period, just after the Ducks had made it 3-1. Lukas Dostal made 25 saves with a save percentage of 86.2%. The Ducks' defense finished with 7 blocks and 6 takeaways.</p>

Edmonton Oilers vs Anaheim Ducks Betting Pick & Prediction 12/29/24

<p>Looking to win big? The Spartans and Hornets face off at 7:30 ET on ESPN+. The Hornets are hosting the game at Memorial Hall (DE) in Dover, DE. Norfolk State come into this Mid-Eastern conference matchup as the -6.5 favorite. The over/under line currently sits at 146.5 points.</p><h3>NORFOLK STATE SPARTANS VS DELAWARE STATE HORNETS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Delaware State Hornets +6.5</p><p>This game will be played at Memorial Hall (DE) at 7:30 ET on Monday, January 6th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE DELAWARE STATE HORNETS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 77-69 in favor of the Hornets.</li><li>Not only will Delaware State pick up the win, but look for them to cover at +6.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 146.5 points, and we like the under with a projected 146 points.</li></ul><h3>Will the Spartans Win in Dover?</h3><p>Norfolk State moved to 8-7 on the season with an 81-59 win over Maryland Eastern Shore on Saturday. The Spartans, who were -17 point favorites, covered the spread at home. The game’s total points of 140 fell just under the O/U line of 141.5.</p> <p>After leading 35-29 at halftime, Norfolk State took control in the second half, outscoring the Hawks 46-30 to secure the win.</p><p>Norfolk State put up 81 points in their last game, shooting 57.9% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 63.2%. They connected on 64.3% of their two-point attempts and hit 40% from beyond the arc, going 6-for-15 from three-point range.</p> <p>The Spartans dished out 23 assists, with Brian Moore Jr. contributing 4 assists to go along with his team-high 22 points and 7 rebounds. Christopher Flippin added 17 points and 9 rebounds, shooting 61.5% from the field.</p><p>Despite Norfolk State's defensive struggles, allowing 59 points on 57% shooting, they still managed to come out on top. The Spartans gave up 27 two-point baskets on 64% shooting.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Norfolk State allowed 6 threes on 15 attempts, a 40% clip. They also sent their opponents to the line 16 times, where they hit 9 free throws.</p><h3>Can The Hornets Secure a Home Victory?</h3><h3>Delaware State Hornets Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Delaware State fell to 4-8 on the season after a 100-94 road loss to Howard on Saturday. The Hornets were +7 point underdogs going into the game but managed to cover the spread.</p> 

<p>After trailing 55-47 at halftime, Delaware State scored 47 points in the 2nd half while allowing 45. The game’s total points of 194 easily surpassed the over/under line of 149.5.</p><p>Delaware State put up 94 points in their latest game, shooting 47% from the field and posting an effective field goal percentage of 51.5%. They hit 54.3% of their two-point attempts, while connecting on 30% from beyond the arc, going 6-for-20. At the free-throw line, they were nearly automatic, hitting 26 of 29 attempts for an 89.7% success rate.</p> <p>Blake Harper led the way with 34 points, shooting 83.3% overall and 75% from three-point range. Martaz Robinson added 28 points despite shooting 35.3% from the field and 16.7% from deep. Robert Smith contributed 27 points, 6 rebounds, and 6 assists, while Cameron Shockley-Okeke knocked down 6 threes at a 60% clip, finishing with 24 points.</p><p>Delaware State's defense had a tough outing, giving up 100 points on 59% shooting from the field. They allowed 31 made field goals on 52 attempts.</p> <p>The Hornets struggled to contain both inside and outside, with opponents hitting 66% of their two-point shots (20/30) and 50% from beyond the arc (11/22). They also sent the other team to the line 27 times, where they converted every free throw.</p>

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<p>The Texans are +134 on the money line as they host the Chargers at 4:30 ET on Saturday, January 11th at NRG Stadium in Houston. The Chargers are favored on the road with a money line of -160. CBS is covering this AFC matchup, and the Chargers are -3 point favorites with the over/under line set at 43.5 points.</p><h3>LOS ANGELES CHARGERS VS HOUSTON TEXANS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Houston Texans +3</p><p>This game will be played at NRG Stadium at 4:30 ET on Saturday, January 11th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE HOUSTON TEXANS:</h3><ul><li>We have the Chargers winning this one by a score of 21 to 19</li><li>Even though we like the Chargers to win, our ATS pick is to take the Texans at +3</li><li>We see this game finishing below the line of 43.5 points</li></ul><h3>Will The Chargers Pick Up A Win On The Road?</h3><p>The Chargers ended the regular season with three straight wins, including a 34-20 victory over the Raiders in week 18. Los Angeles entered the game as 7-point favorites and covered the spread, bringing their ATS record to 12-4-1. They have covered in three consecutive games, including a 40-7 win over the Patriots in week 17 and a 34-27 win over the Broncos in week 16. The over hit in all three games, with the teams combining for 61 points in the Broncos game.</p> <p>Los Angeles finished the season 11-6, placing them 5th in our power rankings. They went 4-2 in division games and 8-4 in conference play, and their road record of 6-3 was slightly better than their 5-3 mark at home. The Chargers are 11-2 ATS as favorites and 1-2-1 as underdogs this season.</p><p>Justin Herbert posted a passer rating of 105 in week 3, going 12/18 for 125 yards and a touchdown, without any interceptions. Quentin Johnston led the team with 44 receiving yards on 2 catches, while J.K. Dobbins rushed for 44 yards on 15 carries. The Chargers scored 7 points in the first quarter but were shut out the rest of the game, converting only 3 of 11 third-down attempts and failing to score on their lone red zone trip.</p> <p>Heading into the Wild Card round, the Chargers rank 11th in the NFL in points per game (23.6) and 20th in yards per game (324.2). They are 19th in passing yards per game and 17th in rushing yards per game, with 27.2 rushing attempts per game. Los Angeles ranks 11th in third-down conversions and 10th in red zone conversion percentage.</p><p>In the Chargers' 34-20 win over the Raiders, their defense allowed just 39 rushing yards on 12 attempts. Despite not recording any sacks, they did manage to hit the quarterback two more times than the Raiders. Los Angeles gave up 225 passing yards, with the Raiders completing 69.4% of their passes, and two passing touchdowns. The Chargers defended well on third downs, allowing only a 22.2% conversion rate.<p></p>The Chargers' defense held the Raiders to 264 total yards in the game. They also came up with one interception and limited the Raiders to 3.2 yards per attempt in the running game. Although they didn't get to the quarterback for any sacks, their performance against the run and on third downs was key in their victory.</p><h3>Will The Texans Win At Home Over The Chargers?</h3><p>Heading into the playoffs, the Texans sit atop the AFC South with a 10-7 record, including a 5-1 mark in division games. After being ranked 18th in our power rankings to start the season, they now hold the 4th spot in the AFC. Houston closed out the regular season with three straight wins, including a 23-14 victory over the Titans in week 18. They were 2.5-point underdogs in that game but managed to cover the spread.</p> <p>Houston’s average scoring margin this season is 0, and they have a 7-9-1 record against the spread. As favorites, they went 4-6-1 ATS, and they were 3-3 as underdogs. Their O/U record is 6-10-1, with their games averaging 43.8 points compared to an average line of 44.5.</p><p>Heading into the Wild Card round, the Texans rank 20th in our offensive power rankings. They are 18th in the NFL in scoring, averaging 21.9 points per game, and sit 22nd in total yards per game with 319.7. Houston ranks 10th in passing attempts per game, but they are 21st in passing yards, averaging 207.4 per game. On the ground, they are 17th in rushing attempts and 15th in rushing yards, with an average of 112.3 per game. The Texans are 17th in the NFL in 3rd-down conversions, with a rate of 37.7%, and they rank 15th in red zone conversion percentage.</p> <p>In week 3, Houston struggled offensively, scoring just 7 points in a loss to the Vikings. C.J. Stroud threw for 215 yards, with 2 interceptions and 1 touchdown, completing 20 of 31 passes. The Texans converted only 4 of 14 3rd-down attempts. Cam Akers led the team in rushing with 21 yards on 9 carries, while Stefon Diggs had 10 receptions for 94 yards.</p><p>Houston's defense played well on third downs in their 23-14 win over the Titans, allowing just a 33.3% conversion rate. They also limited Tennessee to 85 rushing yards on 32 attempts, giving up only 2.7 yards per attempt. The Texans' defense allowed just 16 completions to the Titans for 229 yards, with one touchdown and a 61.5% completion rate.</p><p></p><p>They also recorded two sacks and had a positive differential in quarterback hits and tackles for loss. Overall, the Texans gave up 314 total yards in the game.</p>

Los Angeles Chargers vs Houston Texans Betting Pick & Prediction 1/11/25

<p>The 49ers are the underdog with a +1.5 point spread as they face the Dolphins on Sunday, December 22nd at 4:25 ET. The Dolphins are favored with a -123 money line, and the over/under line is set at 46 points. This week 16 non-conference matchup is being televised on CBS.</p><h3>SAN FRANCISCO 49ERS VS MIAMI DOLPHINS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: San Francisco 49ers +1.5</p><p>This game will be played at Hard Rock Stadium at 4:25 ET on Sunday, December 22nd.</p><h3>WHY BET THE SAN FRANCISCO 49ERS:</h3><ul><li>We have the 49ers winning this one by a score of 25 to 21</li><li>Not only do we have the 49ers winning straight-up, we have them covering the spread at +1.5</li><li>Look for this game to go over the line of 46 points</li></ul><h3>Will The 49ers Pick Up A Win On The Road?</h3><p>Heading into week 16, the 49ers sit at 6-8 and rank 7th in our NFL power rankings despite having just a 0.1% chance of making the playoffs. San Francisco is 4-4 at home and 2-4 on the road, with a 1-4 record in division games. They are 5-9 against the spread, including 5-7 as the favorite and 0-2 as the underdog. Their O/U record is 7-7, with their games averaging 45.3 points compared to an average line of 46.5.</p> <p>After snapping a three-game losing streak with a 38-13 win over the Bears in week 14, the 49ers couldn’t keep the momentum going, losing 12-6 to the Rams in week 15. San Francisco was a 3-point favorite at home but couldn’t get the win, and the 18 combined points fell well short of the 48.5-point line.</p><p>Heading into week 16, the 49ers rank 14th in our offensive power rankings. They are 13th in the NFL in points per game, averaging 22.4, and 8th in yards per game with 365.1. San Francisco is 10th in passing yards per game (231.6) despite being 25th in passing attempts. They are 7th in rushing yards per game, averaging 133.5 on 28.1 attempts per game. The 49ers rank 10th in 3rd-down conversions but are 20th in red zone conversion percentage, despite being 7th in red zone attempts.</p> <p>Brock Purdy struggled in week 15, posting a passer rating of 45 after throwing for 142 yards and an interception on 14/31 passing. George Kittle led the team with 61 receiving yards, and Isaac Guerendo rushed for 57 yards on 16 carries. San Francisco scored just 6 points, with both field goals coming in the 1st and 3rd quarters.</p><p>The 49ers' defense played well on third downs in their most recent game, holding the Rams to a 26.7% conversion rate. Despite this, the 49ers lost 12-6, with the Rams rushing for 142 yards on 38 attempts. The 49ers allowed just 160 passing yards on 16 completions, and Los Angeles did not score a passing touchdown.</p><p></p><p>San Francisco's defense also didn't record any sacks in the game. Overall, the 49ers gave up 302 total yards in the game, and the Rams were able to control the ball for 33 minutes.</p><h3>Will The Dolphins Win At Home Over The 49ers?</h3><p>Heading into week 16, the Dolphins sit at 6-8, putting them 2nd in the AFC East. Our power rankings have them 15th, and they have a 4.9% chance of making the playoffs. Miami is 5-5 in conference games and 3-2 in the division. They are 4-3 at home and 2-5 on the road.</p> <p>Miami has an average scoring margin of -2.6 points per game and is 5-9 against the spread. They have failed to cover in three straight games, including their week 15 loss to the Texans. The O/U record in Dolphins games is 6-8, with an average of 42 combined points per game.</p><p>Heading into week 16, the Dolphins rank 19th in our offensive power rankings, averaging 19.7 points per game, which is 21st in the NFL. They are 19th in total yards per game (324.1) and 14th in passing yards per game (222.6), despite ranking 8th in passing attempts. On the ground, Miami ranks 24th in rushing yards per game, with 101.4, on 26.3 attempts per game. They are 14th in the league in 3rd-down conversion percentage and 17th in red zone conversion percentage.</p> <p>In week 15, Tua Tagovailoa threw for 196 yards, with 1 touchdown and 3 interceptions, in a 20-12 loss to the Texans. Miami was shut out in the 1st and 4th quarters, scoring 6 points in both the 2nd and 3rd quarters. De'Von Achane led the team with 41 rushing yards on 12 carries, while Malik Washington had 5 receptions for 52 yards.</p><p>In their 20-12 loss to the Texans, the Dolphins' defense allowed just 77 yards rushing on 20 attempts and held Houston to 181 total yards. Despite this, the Dolphins gave up two passing touchdowns and allowed the Texans to complete 69.2% of their passes. Miami's defense recorded four sacks and limited Houston to a 38.5% conversion rate on third down.<p></p>Miami's defense struggled to defend the big play in the passing game, as the Texans were able to score two passing touchdowns while gaining only 104 yards through the air. The Dolphins' offense was unable to capitalize on the strong defensive performance, scoring only 12 points in the game.</p>

San Francisco 49ers vs Miami Dolphins Betting Pick & Prediction 12/22/24

<span style="font-size: medium;">While sports betting advocates were celebrating Monday's decision by the US Supreme Court to strike down the Professional and Amateur Sports Protection Act – and rightfully so – there are still some pretty big obstacles standing in the way. </span>

<span style="font-size: medium;">Namely the Wire Act of 1961 and the Unlawful Internet Gambling Enforcement Act of 2006. </span>

<span style="font-size: medium;">The Wire Act was the government's defense against sports betting for a number of years, although that wasn't its original intent. The key portion of the law states “Whoever being engaged in the business of betting or wagering knowingly uses a wire communication facility for the transmission in interstate or foreign commerce of bets or wagers or information assisting in the placing of bets or wagers on any sporting event or contest, or for the transmission of a wire communication which entitles the recipient to receive money or credit as a result of bets or wagers, or for information assisting in the placing of bets or wagers, shall be fined under this title or imprisoned not more than two years, or both.”</span>

<span style="font-size: medium;">As Attorney General Robert F. Kennedy told the House Judiciary Committee in 1961, the purpose of the bill was to “assist the various States in enforcement of their laws pertaining to gambling and bookmaking.”</span>

<span style="font-size: medium;">Kennedy did not intend for the Wire Act to serve as a federal ban against sports betting, but by his own words, act as a support mechanism for those states who had existing laws in place. If sports betting is legal in a particular state, the Wire Act doesn’t prohibit it, but instead tries to keep those from outside the state from getting involved.</span>

<span style="font-size: medium;">We already know that William Hill is going to run the sports betting operation for the state of New Jersey and you have to believe they would like to get into other states, as well. But the Wire Act is going to make that difficult, as right now it will be illegal for William Hill to have computers in different states connected to each other. </span>

<span style="font-size: medium;">The Daily Fantasy Sports companies which have expressed a desire to get into sports betting are going to run into similar problems.</span>

<span style="font-size: medium;">There's also the matter of the Unlawful Internet Gambling Enforcement Act of 2006, which makes it illegal to fund online betting accounts with credit cards, electronic funds transfers, or checks. Interestinly, the UIGEA has nothing to do with betting, but is solely focused on the financial transactions surrounding betting.</span>

<span style="font-size: medium;">Keith Whyte, the executive director of the National Council of Problem Gambling, agreed with Walters’ statement and said "The bill is interesting, in that it doesn't make gambling on the Internet illegal. It makes funding your wager on the Internet illegal. The financial transaction is what is criminalized here, not necessarily the state of play."</span>

<span style="font-size: medium;">Monday's Supreme Court was a huge step forward for sports betting, but it also raises a number of questions and it's a bit premature to envision a scenario where sports bettors across the country will be able to place legal bets from their computer.</span>

Wire Act Still Looms Large After PASPA Struck Down

<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>Betting on today's Cowboys and Demons game? Catch the action at Prather Coliseum in Natchitoches, LA, as the Demons hosts this showdown at 7:30 ET on ESPN+. McNeese State is favored by -10.5 in this Southland conference contest against Northwestern State. The game's over/under currently sits at 130.5 points.</p><h3>MCNEESE STATE COWBOYS VS NORTHWESTERN STATE DEMONS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Northwestern State Demons +10.5</p><p>This game will be played at Prather Coliseum at 7:30 ET on Monday, January 6th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE NORTHWESTERN STATE DEMONS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 77-70 in favor of the Demons.</li><li>Not only will Northwestern State pick up the win, but look for them to cover at +10.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 130.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 147 points.</li></ul><h3>Will McNeese State Secure A Victory as Road Favorites?</h3><h3>McNeese State Cowboys Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>McNeese State improved to 7-5 on the season with a 75-56 road win over East Texas A&M on Saturday. The Cowboys entered the game as -16.5 point favorites and covered the spread.</p> 

<p>McNeese State took control early, leading 41-23 at halftime. They scored 34 points in the 2nd half while allowing 33. The game’s total points of 131 fell short of the O/U line of 136.5.</p><p>McNeese State put up 75 points in their latest game, shooting 50.9% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 56.4%. They hit 59.5% of their two-point attempts (22/37) and connected on 33.3% from beyond the arc (6/18). The Cowboys also went 13/20 from the free-throw line, shooting 65%.</p> <p>Javohn Garcia led the way, scoring 24 points on 9/12 shooting, including 2/4 from three, and adding 4 rebounds and 4 assists. Yusef Salih contributed 18 points, hitting 4/8 from deep and 6/12 overall. Quadir Copeland chipped in 13 points, going 5/8 from the field and dishing out 6 assists.</p><p>McNeese State's defense was on point, holding their opponent to just 56 points and a 31% shooting performance. They limited two-point shots to 10/28, or 35%.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, McNeese State gave up 10 threes on 36 attempts, a 27% success rate. They also sent their opponent to the line 8 times, where they made 6 free throws.</p><h3>Taking a Look at the Demons Chances at Home</h3><h3>Northwestern State Demons Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Northwestern State improved to 4-7 on the season with a 68-66 win over Nicholls on Saturday, January 4th. The Demons, playing at home, were favored by 1.5 points and covered the spread with the victory.</p> 

<p>Northwestern State led 36-33 at halftime and scored 32 points in the 2nd half while allowing 33. The total points for the game were 134, falling short of the 138.5-point over/under line.</p><p>Northwestern State's offense struggled in their last game, shooting just 38.6% from the field and 27.8% from beyond the arc, finishing with an effective field goal percentage of 42.1%. They did manage to hit 79.2% of their free throws, going 19-for-24 from the line.</p> <p>Micah Thomas and Michael Gray Jr. each contributed 18 points, with Gray hitting 4 threes at a 44.4% clip. Addison Patterson added 12 rebounds and 4 assists, while Byron Ireland dished out 6 assists. The Demons also grabbed 17 offensive rebounds in the game.</p><p>Northwestern State's defense held their opponent to 66 points on 38% shooting from the field, including 43% on two-point attempts (17/39). They also limited three-point damage, with the opposing team hitting just 5 of 18 threes (27%).</p> <p>The Demons sent their opponent to the line 24 times, where they converted 19 free throws (79%). Northwestern State also allowed 17 offensive rebounds in the game.</p>

<p>Planning on watching today's Dons and Bulldogs game? Catch the action at McCarthey Athletic Center in Spokane, WA, as the Bulldogs hosts this showdown at 9:00 ET on ESPN2. The over/under for this West Coast conference contest is set at 151 points, with Gonzaga being favored by -9.5 at home against San Francisco.</p><h3>SAN FRANCISCO DONS VS GONZAGA BULLDOGS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: San Francisco Dons +9.5</p><p>This game will be played at McCarthey Athletic Center at 9:00 ET on Thursday, January 25th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE SAN FRANCISCO DONS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 76-70 in favor of the Bulldogs.</li><li>Even though we have Gonzaga winning straight-up, we like San Francisco at +9.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 151 points, and we like the under with a projected 146 points.</li></ul><h3>Can San Francisco Deliver Being Underdogs on the Road?</h3><p>San Francisco enters this game with a 15-5 record and a 4-1 mark in West Coast Conference play. On the road, the Dons are 3-3 this season, and they have won their last two games away from home. For the year, San Francisco has an average scoring margin of +3.3 points per game on the road.</p>

<p>Coming into this game, San Francisco has been the underdog in four of its 20 games this season, and the team is 0-4 in those games. The Dons' last game was a 77-60 loss to Saint Mary's, and over their last 10 games on the road, they have gone 5-5.</p><p>As the underdog, San Francisco has gone 2-2 vs. the spread this season. Over their last 10 games as the underdog, the Dons have a record of 5-5 vs. the spread. On the road this year, San Francisco is 4-2 vs. the spread and their last 10 road games vs. the spread is 7-3.</p><p>This season, the over/under record for San Francisco games is 10-9. So far, the average over/under line in their games is 139.5 and their matchups have averaged 139.6 points. Today's over/under line of 151 is higher than the average OU line in their games this year. Over their last three games, their over/under record is 3-0 and the average scoring total in those matchups is 155 points.</p><p>The San Francisco offense is coming off a game in which they scored 60 points vs. Saint Mary's. Overall their field goal percentage was 41.2% while connecting on 2 threes. Leading the team in scoring was Ryan Beasley with 17 points. Malik Thomas also added 12 points for the Dons.</p><p>The Dons' defense is presently ranked 17th nationally, allowing an average of 63.3 points per contest. In terms of field goal percentage allowed, San Francisco's defense has allowed opponents to shoot 39.0% from the field, including a three-point shooting percentage allowed of 30.3% this season.</p><h3>Will the Bulldogs Come Through as Home Favorites?</h3><p>After their 105-63 win over San Diego, Gonzaga comes into this game with a 13-5 record. They have won their last two games and are 4-1 in West Coast Conference play. At home, the Bulldogs have gone 8-3 this season, and they have a scoring margin of +15.6 points per game.</p>

<p>So far, Gonzaga has been the favorite in 15 of their 18 games, going 12-3 in those matchups. For the season, they have a scoring margin of +13.0 points per game on the road, and they have won their last two games away from home.</p><p>When looking at Gonzaga's ATS record this season, they are currently 8-9. At home, they have gone just 5-6 vs. the spread. Over their last 10 games as the favorite, the Bulldogs are 5-5.</p><p>Today's over/under line of 151 is lower than the average over/under line in Gonzaga's games this season (154.1). So far, their over/under record is 8-9. Over their last three games, the average scoring total is 156 points and their OU record during this span is 1-2.</p><p>Coming off a good offensive performance, Gonzaga's offense scored 105 points against San Diego. Their field goal percentage for the game was 56.5%, and they went 17/26 from the free-throw line. Braden Huff was the leading scorer for the Bulldogs, putting up 26 points. In addition, Ben Gregg contributed 15 points.</p><p>The Bulldogs' defense is presently ranked 82nd nationally, allowing an average of 68.0 points per contest. On average, opposing teams are hitting 6.8 threes per game vs. San Francisco. This has come on three-point shooting percentage of 29.7%.</p>

San Francisco Dons vs Gonzaga Bulldogs Betting Pick & Prediction 1/25/24

<p>The Bulls and Shockers are set to face off at 7:00 ET on ESPN2. The Shockers will host the game at Charles Koch Arena in Wichita, KS. The over/under for this game is set at 154.5 points, and Wichita State is favored by -8.5 vs. South Florida in a American Athletic conference matchup.</p><h3>SOUTH FLORIDA BULLS VS WICHITA STATE SHOCKERS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: South Florida Bulls +8.5</p><p>This game will be played at Charles Koch Arena at 7:00 ET on Monday, January 6th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE SOUTH FLORIDA BULLS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 74-72 in favor of the Shockers.</li><li>Even though we have Wichita State winning straight-up, we like South Florida at +8.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 154.5 points, and we like the under with a projected 146 points.</li></ul><h3>Will the Bulls Make it Happen in Wichita?</h3><h3>South Florida Bulls Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>The Bulls improved to 7-6 on the season with a 75-69 win over East Carolina on Tuesday, December 31st. Playing at home, South Florida entered the game as -1.5 favorites and covered the spread with the victory. The total points for the game hit 144, just over the O/U line of 143.5.</p> 

<p>South Florida took a 34-25 lead into halftime but allowed 44 points in the 2nd half while scoring 41 of their own. Despite the defensive lapse, they managed to hold on for the win.</p><p>South Florida put up 75 points in their last game, shooting 45.6% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 52.6%. They hit 35% from beyond the arc, connecting on 7 of 20 attempts, and were solid at the free-throw line, making 16 of 20 for 80%.</p> <p>Jordan Riley led the Bulls with 20 points and 7 rebounds, shooting 8 of 13 from the floor. Kobe Knox was nearly perfect, hitting 7 of 8 shots, including 3 of 3 from three-point range, finishing with 18 points.</p><p>South Florida's defense gave up 69 points, with the opposing team shooting 45% from the field. They allowed 19 two-point baskets on 37 attempts, a 51% success rate.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, the Bulls' defense saw the other team hit 7 of 20 threes, or 35%. They also sent them to the line 20 times, where they converted 16 free throws, an 80% rate. South Florida gave up 8 offensive rebounds.</p><h3>Will the Shockers Win at Home?</h3><p>Wichita State fell to 9-4 on the season after a 91-85 road loss to Temple on Friday. The Shockers entered the game as +1.5 point underdogs and failed to cover the spread. The total points for the game reached 176, surpassing the pre-game over/under line of 153.5.</p> <p>Wichita State led 39-37 at halftime but allowed 54 points in the second half while scoring 46 of their own. The Shockers will look to tighten up their defense moving forward.</p><p>Wichita State put up 85 points in their last game, shooting 47.7% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 52.3%. They hit 35% from three-point range, going 7-for-20, and shot 53.3% on two-point attempts. Their free-throw shooting was a weak spot, as they connected on just 57.1% of their 28 attempts.</p> <p>The Shockers grabbed 15 offensive rebounds and dished out 18 assists. Justin Hill led the way with 25 points and 5 assists, hitting 4-of-8 from beyond the arc. Jamal Mashburn Jr. contributed 24 points, while Quincy Ballard added 13 points and 13 rebounds, shooting 83.3% from the field.</p><p>Wichita State's defense struggled in their last game, giving up 91 points on 50% shooting from the field. They allowed 52% shooting on two-point attempts, with the opposing team hitting 20 of 38 shots.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, the Shockers gave up 9 threes on 20 attempts, a 45% clip. They also sent the other team to the line 31 times, where they converted 24 free throws, shooting 77%. Wichita State allowed 11 offensive rebounds.</p>

South Florida Bulls vs Wichita State Shockers NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 1/6/25

<p>Planning on watching today's Zips and Bulldogs game? Catch the action at Don Haskins Center in El Paso, TX, as the Bulldogs hosts this showdown at 7:00 ET on ESPN+. This non-conference matchup has an over/under of 155.5 points, and Yale is favored by -3.5 vs. Akron.</p><h3>AKRON ZIPS VS YALE BULLDOGS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Yale Bulldogs -3.5</p><p>This game will be played at Don Haskins Center at 7:00 ET on Friday, December 20th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE YALE BULLDOGS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 78-69 in favor of the Bulldogs.</li><li>Not only will Yale pick up the win, but look for them to cover at -3.5.</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>Will the Zips Make it Happen on the Road?</h3><p>Akron's season record dropped to 4-3 after a 100-81 road loss to Milwaukee on Sunday. The Zips entered the game as +1.5 point underdogs but failed to cover the spread.</p> <p>Milwaukee led 58-45 at halftime, and Akron couldn't close the gap, scoring 36 points in the 2nd half while allowing 42. The game’s total points of 181 exceeded the pre-game O/U line of 155.5.</p><p>In their last game, Akron's offense put up 81 points, shooting 47.2% from the field and 40% from beyond the arc. Their effective field goal percentage was 52.8%, though they struggled at the free-throw line, hitting just 45.5% of their attempts.</p> <p>Themus Fulks led the way with 23 points and 7 assists, while Tavari Johnson added 22 points. Jamichael Stillwell was a force on the boards, grabbing 18 rebounds, and Erik Pratt was efficient from deep, hitting 4 of 5 threes.</p><p>Akron's defense struggled in their last game, giving up 100 points on 57% shooting from the field. Their opponents went 26/45 (57%) on two-point attempts.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Akron allowed 11 threes on 19 attempts, also at a 57% clip. They sent their opponents to the line 20 times, where they converted 15 free throws (75%). Akron also gave up 12 offensive rebounds.</p><h3>Can Yale Deliver Being Favored at Home?</h3><h3>Yale Bulldogs Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Yale improved to 4-5 on the season with a 65-50 win over Vermont on Saturday. The Bulldogs, who were favored by six points, covered the spread with the victory. The game’s total points of 115 fell short of the 134.5 O/U line.</p> 

<p>Yale trailed 24-22 at halftime but turned things around in the second half, scoring 43 points while holding Vermont to 26. The strong second half was key in securing the win at home.</p><p>Yale put up 65 points in their last game, shooting 44.2% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 51.9%. They connected on 40% of their threes (8/20) and were strong from the free-throw line, hitting 84.6% (11/13).</p> <p>TJ Hurley led the way with 21 points, hitting 5 of 8 from deep (62.5%), while Casey Simmons added 18 points, shooting 7/10 overall and perfect from three. Yale finished with 10 offensive rebounds and 16 assists as a team.</p><p>Yale's defense held their opponent to 50 points, even though they allowed a 44% shooting performance from the field, with the other team hitting 23 of 52 shots.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Yale's opponent shot 40%, making 8 of 20 three-pointers. They also went 11/13 from the free-throw line, shooting 84%. Yale gave up 10 offensive rebounds.</p>

Akron Zips vs Yale Bulldogs NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 12/20/24

<p>Planning on watching today's Trojans and Jaguars game? Catch the action at Mitchell Center in Mobile, AL, as the Jaguars hosts this showdown at 8:00 ET on ESPN+. This Sun Belt conference matchup has an over/under of 150.5 points, and the Jaguars are favored to win at home vs. the Trojans.</p><h3>TROY TROJANS VS SOUTH ALABAMA JAGUARS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: South Alabama Jaguars -1</p><p>This game will be played at Mitchell Center at 8:00 ET on Thursday, January 18th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE SOUTH ALABAMA JAGUARS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 77-69 in favor of the Jaguars.</li><li>Not only will South Alabama pick up the win, but look for them to cover at -1.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 150.5 points, and we like the under with a projected 146 points.</li></ul><h3>Can the Trojans Grab a Win on the Road?</h3><p>Troy enters tonight's game as the underdog, as they have gone 1-6 in games where they were not favored this season. They have also struggled on the road, going just 1-5 compared to 7-1 at home.</p>

<p>After a 82-56 win over Southern Miss, the Trojans have now won six games in a row. Over their last 10 games on the road, they have gone just 3-7.</p><p>As the underdog this season, Troy has an ATS record of 4-3 and they have gone 2-1 vs. the spread in their last 3 games as the underdog. On the road, the Trojans have an ATS record of 4-2 this year and they are 5-5 in their last 10 road games vs. the spread.</p><p>So far this season, the over/under record in Troy games is 8-6. The average scoring total in their games this year is 149.9, which is similar to the average OU line of 145.7. Over their last three games, the over/under record is 1-2 and their average scoring total in those games is 138 points.</p><p>Troy's offense is coming off a strong performance, scoring 82 points against Southern Miss. They had an overall field goal percentage of 41.9% and made 21/28 free throws. One area that the Troy offense has been good this season is getting to the line. Currently, they are 35th in free-throw attempts per contest. Overall, they have a field goal percentage of 43%.</p><p>At this time, the Trojans' defense is positioned 111st in the country, permitting 69.6 points per game. Troy's three-point defense is currently 40th in the country at 5.5 made threes per game. In terms of overall field goal percentage, opponets have hit 36.0% of their shots vs. Troy.</p><h3>Will the Jaguars Live Up to Expectations at Home?</h3><p>South Alabama enters today's game as a one-point favorite, and they have gone 4-2 when favored this season. They have gone 3-3 at home, and their average scoring margin at home is +1.5 points per game.</p>

<p>So far, South Alabama has gone 9-8 overall, and they have gone 2-3 in Sun Belt play. In their last game, they defeated Marshall by a score of 91-85, and over their last 10 games at home, they have gone 6-4.</p><p>As the favorite this season, South Alabama has gone 4-2 vs. the spread. Over their last 10 games as the favorite, the Jaguars are 8-2 ATS. At home this year, South Alabama is 3-3 ATS and their home ATS mark over their last 10 games is 4-3.</p><p>South Alabama's over/under record this season is 8-6 and today's over/under line of 150.5 is higher than the average over/under line in their games (142.3). Over their last three games, their games have averaged 162 points compared to their season average of 150.8 points per game. So far, 11 of their games have finished with less points than today's over/under line.</p><p>South Alabama's offense had a good outing, putting up 91 points against Marshall. They achieved a 52.2% field goal percentage and went 13/19 from the free-throw line. Leading the team in scoring was Isiah Gaiter with 25 points. Tyrell Jones also added 23 points for the Jaguars.</p><p>Looking at the South Alabama defense, they will be looking for a better performance considering they are currently conceding 77.0 points per game (256th). In terms of field goal percentage allowed, South Alabama's defense has allowed opponents to shoot 43.6% from the field, including a three-point shooting percentage allowed of 28.7% this season.</p>

Troy Trojans vs South Alabama Jaguars Betting Pick & Prediction 1/18/24

<p>Planning on watching today's Bulldogs and Eagles game? Catch the action at Physical Education Complex in Baltimore, MD, as the Eagles hosts this showdown at 8:00 ET on ESPN+. South Carolina State come into this Mid-Eastern conference matchup as the -10.5 favorite. The over/under line currently sits at 133.5 points.</p><h3>SOUTH CAROLINA STATE BULLDOGS VS COPPIN STATE EAGLES BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Coppin State Eagles +10.5</p><p>This game will be played at Physical Education Complex at 8:00 ET on Monday, January 6th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE COPPIN STATE EAGLES:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 77-69 in favor of the Eagles.</li><li>Not only will Coppin State pick up the win, but look for them to cover at +10.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 133.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 146 points.</li></ul><h3>Can the Bulldogs Deliver Being Favored on the Road?</h3><h3>South Carolina State Bulldogs Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>South Carolina State improved to 5-9 on the season with an 86-72 road win over Morgan State on Saturday. The Bulldogs entered the game as -5.5 favorites and covered the spread, while the game’s total points of 158 went over the pre-game line of 154.5.</p> 

<p>Leading 46-37 at halftime, South Carolina State maintained control in the 2nd half, outscoring Morgan State 40-35 to secure the win.</p><p>South Carolina State's offense was firing on all cylinders in their last game, putting up 86 points with a 55% shooting performance from the field. They connected on 45.5% of their three-point attempts, going 5-for-11, and were strong inside, hitting 57.1% of their two-point shots. Their effective field goal percentage stood at 60%.</p> <p>Kameron Hobbs led the way with 22 points, while Drayton Jones added 20 in just 20 minutes of play. Davion Everett contributed 18 points, shooting 75% from the field, and Omar Croskey chipped in 17 points, hitting 66.7% of his shots. Daniel Akitoby was nearly perfect, going 6-for-7 from the field.</p><p>South Carolina State's defense struggled in their last game, giving up 72 points on 53% shooting from the field. The Bulldogs allowed their opponent to shoot 56% on two-point attempts, with 21 made baskets out of 37 tries.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, South Carolina State's defense gave up 5 threes on 12 attempts, a 41% shooting performance. They also sent their opponent to the free-throw line 26 times, where they converted 15 free throws, shooting 57%. The Bulldogs allowed 6 offensive rebounds.</p><h3>Does Coppin State Stand a Chance at Home?</h3><h3>Coppin State Eagles Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Coppin State improved to 2-13 on the season with a 63-61 home win over North Carolina Central on Saturday, January 4th. Entering the game as +8.5 point underdogs, the Eagles not only pulled off the upset but also covered the spread.</p> 

<p>After trailing 30-23 at halftime, Coppin State turned things around in the 2nd half, outscoring North Carolina Central 40-31. The game’s total points of 124 fell under the O/U line of 139.5.</p><p>Coppin State's offense put up 63 points in their last game, shooting 42.6% from the field. They hit 50% from three-point range, connecting on 9 of 18 attempts, while struggling inside the arc, shooting just 37.9% on two-point shots.</p> <p>Camaren Sparrow was a standout from deep, hitting 4 of 5 threes and finishing with 14 points and 5 assists. Po'Boigh King led the team in scoring with 18 points, despite missing all 5 of his three-point attempts.</p><p>Despite giving up 61 points, Coppin State's defense held the opposing team to 42% shooting from the field, with 20 made baskets on 47 attempts. They were particularly effective inside the arc, limiting their opponent to just 11 two-point field goals on 29 attempts, a 37% shooting rate.</p> 

<p>From beyond the arc, Coppin State allowed 9 three-pointers on 18 attempts, with the opposing team shooting 50% from deep. At the free-throw line, their opponent went 14/21, hitting 66% of their free throws. Coppin State also gave up 7 offensive rebounds.</p>

South Carolina State Bulldogs vs Coppin State Eagles NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 1/6/25

<p>Betting on today's Islanders and Privateers game? Catch the action at Lakefront Arena in New Orleans, LA, as the Privateers hosts this showdown at 7:30 ET on ESPN+. Texas A&M-Corpus Christi is favored by -9.5 in this Southland conference showdown. The game's over/under is currently at 150.5 points.</p><h3>TEXAS A&M-CORPUS CHRISTI ISLANDERS VS NEW ORLEANS PRIVATEERS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: New Orleans Privateers +9.5</p><p>This game will be played at Lakefront Arena at 7:30 ET on Monday, January 6th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE NEW ORLEANS PRIVATEERS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 77-70 in favor of the Privateers.</li><li>Not only will New Orleans pick up the win, but look for them to cover at +9.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 150.5 points, and we like the under with a projected 147 points.</li></ul><h3>Is a Road Win Possible for Texas A&M-Corpus Christi?</h3><p>The Islanders improved to 5-6 on the season with an 80-71 win over Southeastern Louisiana on Saturday. Texas A&M-Corpus Christi entered the game as -1.5 favorites and covered the spread with the victory. The combined points of 151 went over the pre-game O/U line of 140.5.</p> <p>Trailing 40-35 at halftime, the Islanders turned things around in the second half, outscoring the Lions 45-31 to secure the win.</p><p>Texas A&M-Corpus Christi put up 80 points in their last game, shooting 50% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 55.2%. They hit 59% of their two-point attempts, but struggled from beyond the arc, connecting on just 31.6% of their threes. At the free-throw line, they shot 57.1%, making 16 of 28 attempts.</p> <p>Isaac Williams led the way with 23 points, shooting 75% from the field and hitting 2 of 3 from deep. Jeremy Elyzee added 21 points and 10 rebounds, while Garry Clark pulled down 16 boards to go along with his 15 points. The Islanders grabbed 15 offensive rebounds, but finished with just 8 assists as a team.</p><p>Texas A&M-Corpus Christi's defense gave up 71 points in their previous game, with opponents shooting 45% from the field. They allowed 51% shooting on two-point attempts, with the other team making 17 of 33 shots.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, the Islanders held their opponents to 33% shooting, as they hit 5 of 15 three-pointers. Texas A&M-Corpus Christi also sent the other team to the line 33 times, where they made 22 free throws, shooting 66%. The Islanders gave up 8 offensive rebounds.</p><h3>Can New Orleans Deliver Being Underdogs at Home?</h3><h3>New Orleans Privateers Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>The Privateers fell to 2-12 on the season after a 76-64 home loss to Texas-Rio Grande Valley on Saturday. New Orleans entered the game as +8 underdogs and failed to cover the spread.</p> 

<p>Trailing 43-30 at the half, New Orleans played a more even second half, scoring 34 points while allowing 33. The game’s total points of 140 fell short of the 156.5 O/U line.</p><p>New Orleans struggled offensively in their last game, shooting just 38.7% from the field and 20% from three-point range, connecting on only 3 of 15 attempts. Their effective field goal percentage was 41.9%, and they managed 12 offensive rebounds and 10 assists.</p> <p>James White led the way with 23 points and 8 rebounds, shooting 47.8% from the field. Hasan Abdul Hakim added 22 points and 12 rebounds, hitting 50% of his threes, while Kwo Agwa contributed 13 points and 7 rebounds, making his only three-point attempt.</p><p>New Orleans gave up 76 points in their last game, with the opposing team shooting 38% from the field, hitting 24 of their 62 attempts. Inside the arc, the Privateers allowed 21 two-point baskets on 47 attempts, a 44% shooting rate.</p> <p>From three-point range, New Orleans held the other team to just 3 made threes on 15 attempts, a 20% success rate. The Privateers also sent their opponents to the free-throw line 17 times, where they converted 13, shooting 76%. New Orleans allowed 12 offensive rebounds in the game.</p>

<p>At 8:00 ET, the Cardinals and Trojans square off at Petco Park in a week 1 NCAAF matchup. TV coverage belongs to FOX with the game being played on Wednesday, December 27th. The odds for this week 1 non-conference matchup have the Cardinals as the 7.5 point favorite on the road. I have a strong take on how this plays out. Keep reading to get my best bets for this Wednesday showdown.</p><h3>LOUISVILLE CARDINALS VS USC TROJANS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: USC Trojans +7.5</p><p>This game will be played at Petco Park at 8:00 ET on Wednesday, December 27th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE USC TROJANS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 33-26 in favor of Louisville.</li><li>Even though we have Louisville winning straight-up, we like USC at +7.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 58 points, and we like the over with a projected 59 points.</li></ul><h3>Can the Cardinals Lock in a Win at San Diego?</h3><p>So far, the Louisville Cardinals are 10-3, including going 3-2 on the road and 6-1 at home.</p><p>Heading into this week's matchup with USC, the Cardinals have been favored in nine games and the underdog in two. Their ATS mark coming into the game is 5-7.</p><p>Across 13 games, the average over/under line in Louisville's matchups is 49.5 points. These games have seen an average combined score of 50.6 points, resulting in an OU record of 6-6.</p><p>In the rushing game, the Cardinals are currently 23rd in college football with 482 attempts per game. This has resulted in an average of 176.8 rushing yards per game, putting them 27th nationally. Their passing game has averaged 29.5 passes and 244 yards per game. When it comes to scoring, they are 31st, averaging 30.9 points per game.</p><p>The Cardinals defense faces off against USC with 33 sacks and are 1st in QB hurries. When it comes to points allowed, they're giving up 19.7 points per game which is 74th in the nation. Against the pass, they're 58th in the NCAA, allowing 205.4 passing yards per game. Louisville's run defense is yielding 104.8 rushing yards per contest.</p><h3>Can the USC Offense Score Enough at Home?</h3><p>So far, the USC Trojans are 7-5, including going 3-2 on the road and 3-3 at home.</p><p>Heading into this week's matchup with Louisville, the Trojans have been favored in eight games and the underdog in three. Their ATS mark coming into the game is 3-8.</p><p>This season, USC has an over/under record of 8-3. Their games have, on average, produced a combined total of 76.8 points, with the typical over/under line being 66.6 points.</p><p>USC comes into the game with an offense averaging 41.8, which places them at 6th in the NCAA rankings. Their passing game has them ranked 6th nationally, with an average of 329.8 passing yards. In the rushing department, they're 88th in the nation, with 341 rushing attempts per game for the season.</p><p>So far this season, the Trojans' defense has given up 185.3 rushing yards per game against the run (72nd). Opponents are averaging 255.2 passing yards and opposing quarterbacks have a passer rating of 104.4 against USC. In terms of points allowed, they are 9th in the NCAA.</p>

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<p>Making on a bet on this NCAA game featuring the Tigers versus the Cougars? Tip off is at at 2:00 ET, and you can watch it all unfold on FloC. The game will be played at TD Arena in Charleston, SC. The odds for this Coastal Athletic Association conference game currently have Charleston as the -7.5 point favorite with the over/under line sitting at 139.5 points.</p><h3>TOWSON TIGERS VS CHARLESTON COUGARS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Charleston Cougars -7.5</p><p>This game will be played at TD Arena at 2:00 ET on Saturday, January 4th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE CHARLESTON COUGARS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 78-69 in favor of the Cougars.</li><li>Not only will Charleston pick up the win, but look for them to cover at -7.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 139.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 147 points.</li></ul><h3>Are Towson Ready for a Road Win?</h3><h3>Towson Tigers Recent Game/Games</h3>

<p>The Tigers improved to 5-8 on the season with a 65-61 win over UNCW on Thursday. Towson was a +5.5 point underdog going into the game and covered the spread with the win.</p> 

<p>After a 29-29 tie at halftime, both teams scored 28 points in the 2nd half. The game’s total points of 126 fell under the O/U line of 138.5.</p><p>Towson's offense struggled in their last game, shooting just 35.2% from the field and 28.6% from three-point range. Their effective field goal percentage was 40.8%, and they managed only 9 assists as a team.</p> <p>Tyler Tejada led the Tigers with 21 points, despite shooting 33.3% overall and 27.3% from deep. Donovan Newby added 17 points, hitting 4 of 8 threes and dishing out 7 assists.</p><p>Towson's defense put on a show, holding their opponent to just 61 points on 33% shooting from the field. They were particularly effective inside, limiting the other team to 34% on two-point attempts (12/35).</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Towson's defense allowed 8 threes on 24 attempts, a 33% shooting rate. They also sent their opponent to the line 20 times, where they converted 13 free throws (65%).</p><h3>Do the Cougars Have What it Takes at Home?</h3><h3>Charleston Cougars Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Charleston improved to 10-3 on the season with a dominant 94-67 win over Hampton on Thursday. The Cougars, who were favored by 10.5 points, covered the spread comfortably. The game’s total points reached 161, surpassing the over/under line of 146.5.</p> 

<p>Charleston led 42-35 at halftime and pulled away in the second half, outscoring Hampton 52-32 after the break.</p><p>Charleston's offense was firing on all cylinders in their last game, putting up 94 points with a 49.1% field goal percentage. They were especially effective from beyond the arc, hitting 48% of their threes (12/25) and posting an effective field goal percentage of 60.4%.</p> <p>The Cougars also got to the free-throw line frequently, converting 30 of 40 attempts for a 75% rate. Derrin Boyd led the way with 26 points, knocking down 5 of 9 threes, while Daniel Johnson added 22 points and 3 made threes. Ante Brzovic contributed 21 points and 9 rebounds, going 7 for 11 from the field.</p><p>Despite giving up 67 points, Charleston's defense struggled to contain their opponent, who shot 49% from the field. The Cougars allowed 26 field goals on 53 attempts, including 14 makes from two-point range at a 50% clip.</p> <p>Charleston also had trouble defending the perimeter, as their opponent hit 12 of 25 threes, shooting 48% from beyond the arc. Additionally, the Cougars sent their opponent to the free-throw line 40 times, where they converted 30 free throws at a 75% rate.</p>

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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.
<h2 id="h-where-to-bet-on-the-nhl" class="wp-block-heading">WHERE TO BET ON THE NHL</h2>
Knowing where to bet on the NHL is going to be extremely important if you are planning on betting on this league. With that in mind, here are six of the best NHL sportsbooks that you can find.

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Tennis is a sport that has been around for more than centuries, and it remains a very popular sport throughout the world. Tennis betting still isn’t as popular as some of the other professional sports that are out there, but there are great betting options available.

There are some massive tennis tournaments that take place throughout the year, and those are known as the major tennis tournaments. Some of those tournaments are going to be taking place in the United States, but they also are taking place throughout the world.

This article is going to explain tennis betting, and will also give you some tips for how to bet tennis. This is always going to be a sport that provides a good betting option, especially during the times of the year in which other events aren’t taking place.

Here is a look at the best tennis sportsbooks that are available in the industry, and there are going to be some great betting options at each spot.
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Knowing where to bet on tennis is going to be just as important as knowing how to bet on the sport. Every sportsbook is going to have some tennis betting options, but there are some sportsbooks that stand out more than others.

Here are six of the best tennis betting sites &amp; sportsbooks that you should look to use if you want to bet on this sport.

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<p>Planning on watching today's Vaqueros and Lions game? Catch the action at University Center (LA) in Hammond, LA, as the Lions hosts this showdown at 7:00 ET on ESPN+. Texas-Rio Grande Valley is favored by -1.5 in this Southland conference matchup the against Southeastern Louisiana. The over/under for the game is set at 145.5 points.</p><h3>TEXAS-RIO GRANDE VALLEY VAQUEROS VS SOUTHEASTERN LOUISIANA LIONS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Southeastern Louisiana Lions +1.5</p><p>This game will be played at University Center (LA) at 7:00 ET on Monday, January 6th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE SOUTHEASTERN LOUISIANA LIONS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 78-69 in favor of the Lions.</li><li>Not only will Southeastern Louisiana pick up the win, but look for them to cover at +1.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 145.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 147 points.</li></ul><h3>Can the Vaqueros Pull Off a Win at Hammond?</h3><p>Texas-Rio Grande Valley improved to 6-4 on the season with a 76-64 win over New Orleans on Saturday. The Vaqueros, who were -8 favorites, covered the spread with the victory.</p> <p>UTRGV led 43-30 at halftime, but the game tightened in the second half, with the Vaqueros scoring 33 points and allowing 34. The total points for the game were 140, falling short of the 156.5 O/U line.</p><p>Texas-Rio Grande Valley put up 76 points in their last game, shooting 39.4% from the field and 33.3% from beyond the arc, hitting 13 threes on 39 attempts. Their effective field goal percentage was 48.5%, and they struggled at the free-throw line, hitting just 61.1% of their attempts.</p> <p>James White led the way with 23 points and 8 rebounds, while Hasan Abdul Hakim added 22 points and 12 boards, knocking down 3 of 6 from deep. The Vaqueros grabbed 21 offensive rebounds and dished out 19 assists in the win.</p><p>Texas-Rio Grande Valley Vaqueros held their opponent to 64 points on 38% shooting from the field. They allowed 21 two-point baskets on 47 attempts, a 44% conversion rate.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, the Vaqueros limited their opponent to just 3 made threes on 15 attempts, a 20% success rate. They also sent their opponent to the free-throw line 17 times, where they made 13, shooting 76%.</p><h3>Will the Lions Come Through as Home Underdogs?</h3><p>The Lions fell to 4-8 on the season after an 80-71 loss to Texas A&M-Corpus Christi on Saturday. Southeastern Louisiana, who entered the game as +1.5 underdogs, not only lost but also failed to cover the spread. The total points for the game reached 151, surpassing the O/U line of 140.5.</p> <p>Despite leading 40-35 at halftime, the Lions struggled in the second half, scoring just 31 points while allowing 45. This second-half collapse was a key factor in their loss.</p><p>In their last game, Southeastern Louisiana's offense put up 71 points, shooting 45.8% from the field and 33.3% from three-point range (5/15). Their effective field goal percentage was 50%, and they hit 66.7% of their free throws, going 22/33 from the line. The Lions grabbed 8 offensive rebounds and recorded 8 assists as a team.</p> <p>Isaac Williams led the way with 23 points in 23 minutes, shooting 75% overall and 66.7% from deep (2/3). Jeremy Elyzee added 21 points and 10 rebounds, hitting 63.6% of his shots. Garry Clark contributed 15 points and pulled down 16 boards, while Stephen Giwa was perfect from the field, going 4/4 for 12 points.</p><p>Southeastern Louisiana gave up 80 points in their last game, with their opponents shooting 45% from the field. They allowed 17 two-point field goals on 33 attempts, a 51% conversion rate.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, the Lions' defense conceded 5 threes on 15 attempts, a 33% shooting performance. They also sent their opponents to the free-throw line 33 times, where they made 22 free throws, shooting 66%. Southeastern Louisiana allowed 8 offensive rebounds.</p>

<p>The Pac-12 Conference Tournament final will take place at T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas, Nevada on Saturday, March 12, so don’t forget to check out the best UCLA Bruins and Arizona Wildcats betting pick and odds.</p>



<p><a></a>It’s going to be the third H2H meeting and the series is currently tied at 1-1 after each team secured a home win in the previous two. The Wildcats are slight 1-point favorites, while a total is set at 144 points, according to <a href="https://www.bangthebook.com/sportsbooks/mybookie/">MyBookie Sportsbook</a>.</p>



<h2>UCLA’s defense was too much for USC to handle</h2>



<p>The UCLA Bruins (25-6; 17-13-1 ATS) secured a pair of 10-point victories in the Pac-12 tournament so far. First, they beat the Washington State Cougars 75-65 in the quarterfinal, and then they were better 69-59 against the local rivals USC Trojans. The Bruins covered in both games and now managed to cover in four of the last five.</p>



<p>While UCLA has a top 50 offense this year, its defense is even better. The Bruins have the 40th defense in basketball that allows 64.4 ppg, while its offense averages 76.6 ppg (48th). UCLA is 11th in the country in defensive efficiency with 90.7 points per 100 possessions, while the Bruins are 15th in offensive efficiency with 115.9 points per 100 possessions.</p>



<p>Junior guard Johnny Luzang is the best Bruins player this season as he averages 16.2 ppg and 4.7 rpg. Jaime Jaquez (13.7 ppg and 5.7 rpg), Jules Bernard (12.5 ppg and 4.6 rpg), and Tyger Campbell (11.4 ppg and 4.3 apg) are also playing a vital role for UCLA this year. UCLA is No. 12 in the NCAA NET Rankings and No. 7 in the KenPom rankings.</p>



<h2>Arizona didn’t have trouble against Colorado</h2>



<p>The Arizona Wildcats (30-3; 19-13-1 ATS) finished the regular season as the Pac-12 champions with a 16-2 record in conference play. Although they had some troubles against the Stanford Cardinal in the quarterfinal of the conference tournament, failing to cover a -15.5 spread in an 84-80 victory, the Wildcats had an easier job against the Colorado Buffaloes. Arizona narrowly covered a -9 spread in an 82-72 win to progress to the Pac-12 tournament final.</p>



<p>The Wildcats have one of the best offenses in the country this year. Arizona has the 119th defense in basketball that allows 67.1 ppg, while its offense averages 84.6 ppg (3rd). Arizona is 17th in the country in defensive efficiency with 92.3 points per 100 possessions, while the Wildcats are 7th in offensive efficiency with 119.1 points per 100 possessions.</p>



<p>Sophomore guard Benedict Mathurin is the Wildcats’ top scorer this season with 17.3 ppg along with 5.3 rpg. Azuolas Tubelis (14.5 ppg and 6.3 rpg), Christian Koloko (12.2 ppg and 7.1 rpg), and Kerr Kriisa (10.1 ppg and 4.9 apg) are also key contributors. Arizona is No. 2 in the NCAA NET Rankings and No. 3 in the KenPom rankings.</p>



<p><strong>Trends:</strong></p>



<p><strong>UCLA:</strong></p>



<ul><li>4-1 ATS in the last five games overall</li><li>6-1 ATS in the last seven games against Arizona</li><li>8-2 ATS in the last ten neutral site games</li></ul>



<p><strong>Arizona</strong>:</p>



<ul><li>0-4 ATS in the last four games following an ATS win</li></ul>



<h2 id="h-ucla-bruins-vs-arizona-wildcats-pick">UCLA Bruins vs. Arizona Wildcats Pick</h2>



<p>Arizona was ruthless during the regular season and deservedly won its conference title, but I am leaning toward the Bruins because of their recent H2H record. They beat the Wildcats in seven of the previous ten H2H meetings with a 7-3 ATS record.</p>



<p>UCLA’s defense came out to play in this Pac-12 tournament, but it will be put under heavy fire against one of the most efficient offenses in basketball.</p>



<p>It's a very hard game to predict, but on this occasion, I am giving a slight advantage to the Bruins, mostly because of their H2H record.</p>



<p><strong>Pick:</strong> Take the UCLA Bruins +1 at -110</p>



<p><strong>The Total</strong></p>



<p>Even though Arizona has a top 3 offense, the championship games are often decided by strong defenses, and I expect to see some sturdy D from both teams on Saturday. Still, it’s going to be an extremely tight encounter that could go to overtime, while it may end with a free-throw marathon.</p>



<p>The total has gone Over in four of UCLA's last five games, while each of Arizona’s previous five games went Over. Also, the total has gone Over in each of Arizona’s last five against an opponent in the Pac-12 conference.</p>



<p><strong>Pick:</strong> Over 144 points at -110</p>

UCLA vs. Arizona Pac-12 Championship Picks & Predictions 3/12/22

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.

There are a handful of different levels when it comes to college basketball, but it is Division 1 that tends to get all of the focus. The NCAA Men’s College Basketball Tournament takes place during the month of March, and that is one event that always attracts plenty of wagers.

College basketball starts to get things going in November each year, and then a champion is crowned in April. Teams compete in nonconference games to begin the year, but the best time to bet is during conference action later in the year.

Knowing how to bet college basketball is extremely important, and this article will help you out with that. You are also going to find some of the best college basketball betting sites &amp; sportsbooks in the industry, and that is where you will want to do your betting.
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Before you even start to look for college basketball betting odds, you have to know where to go. There are some terrific college basketball sportsbooks out there, and those are who you should trust when doing your betting.

Here are some of the best college basketball sportsbooks that you should be using.

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The National Football League (NFL) is easily the most popular sport in the United States, especially when it comes to betting. NFL betting puts up the biggest numbers every single year, and bettors are always looking for new betting options.

The NFL was founded all the way back in 1920 in Canton, Ohio, and that is where the Hall of Fame is located to this day. There were only a handful of teams in the league when it first started, but it didn’t take long for the league to grow.

There are now 32 teams in the NFL, and the league is broken up into two conferences and eight total divisions. Since the league just continues to be more and more popular, the league has added an extra regular season game for each team to play in.

NFL teams now play 17 total regular season games, and then the top seven teams in each conference advance to the postseason. The NFL regular season begins in September, and the Super Bowl is now played during the month of February.

When it comes to the NFL, the Super Bowl is the event that draws the most betting attention. This league isn’t going away anytime soon, and it’s actually started to become more of an international competition.

This article will not only cover the best NFL betting sites &amp; sportsbooks, but will also provide some tips on how to bet on the NFL.
<h3>Where to bet on NFL</h3>
Knowing where to find the best NFL sportsbooks is a big key if you want to have some success when wagering on this sport. Here are six of the best NFL sportsbooks to use, and all of them are going to be a little bit different.

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<p>Looking to win big? The Delta Devils and Bulldogs face off at 8:00 ET on SWAC. The Bulldogs are hosting the game at Alabama A&M Event Center in Huntsville, AL. The over/under line for this matchup is currently at 141.5 points, and Alabama A&M is favored by -17.5 to win at home against Mississippi Valley State.</p><h3>MISSISSIPPI VALLEY STATE DELTA DEVILS VS ALABAMA A&M BULLDOGS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Mississippi Valley State Delta Devils +17.5</p><p>This game will be played at Alabama A&M Event Center at 8:00 ET on Monday, January 6th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE MISSISSIPPI VALLEY STATE DELTA DEVILS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 77-71 in favor of the Bulldogs.</li><li>Even though we have Alabama A&M winning straight-up, we like Mississippi Valley State at +17.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 141.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 148 points.</li></ul><h3>Will the Delta Devils Pull Through as the Away Underdog?</h3><p>Mississippi Valley State’s struggles continued with an 84-55 loss to Alabama State on Saturday, dropping their record to 0-12. The Delta Devils entered the game as +22 point underdogs and failed to cover the spread. The total points for the game reached 139, just over the O/U line of 138.5.</p> <p>After trailing 39-29 at halftime, Mississippi Valley State managed only 26 points in the 2nd half while allowing 45 points to Alabama State.</p><p>Mississippi Valley State struggled offensively in their last game, putting up just 55 points while shooting 35.1% from the field. Their effective field goal percentage was 36.8%, and they hit only 2 of 16 from beyond the arc, finishing with a 12.5% three-point shooting percentage.</p> <p>Alvin Stredic led the way with 21 points and 9 rebounds, shooting 53.8% from the field. Micah Octave and CJ Hines each added 14 points, with Octave hitting 2 of 4 from three-point range and Hines dishing out 6 assists.</p><p>Mississippi Valley State struggled defensively, giving up 84 points on 50% shooting from the field. Their opponents hit 52% of their two-point attempts, going 20/38.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, the Delta Devils allowed 8 threes on 18 attempts, a 44% clip. They also sent the other team to the line 26 times, where they converted 20 free throws (76%).</p><h3>Can Alabama A&M Grab a Win at Home?</h3><p>Alabama A&M improved to 2-9 on the season with an 89-79 home win over UAPB on Saturday, January 4th. The Bulldogs were favored by 9.5 points and covered the spread.</p> <p>Leading 41-34 at halftime, Alabama A&M scored 48 points in the 2nd half while allowing 45. The game’s total points of 168 exceeded the O/U line of 162.5.</p><p>Alabama A&M put up 89 points in their latest game, shooting 49.2% from the field. Their effective field goal percentage was 54.2%, thanks in part to hitting 62.2% of their two-point attempts. They struggled from beyond the arc, connecting on just 27.3% of their threes.</p> <p>The Bulldogs also made 25 free throws, shooting 65.8% from the line, and grabbed 15 offensive rebounds. Doctor Bradley led the way with 30 points and 8 rebounds, while Chad Moodie added 19 points and 9 boards, shooting 80% from the field. Caleb Jones hit 4 threes, finishing with 16 points.</p><p>Alabama A&M's defense struggled in their last game, giving up 79 points on 49% shooting from the field. They allowed the opposing team to hit 23 of 37 two-point attempts, a 62% success rate.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, the opposition shot 27%, making 6 of 22 three-pointers. Alabama A&M also sent them to the free-throw line 38 times, where they converted 25 for 65%. The Bulldogs gave up 15 offensive rebounds.</p>

<p>Betting on today's Dons and Broncos game? Catch the action at Leavey Center in Santa Clara, CA, as the Broncos hosts this showdown at 7:00 ET on ESPN+. San Francisco come into this West Coast conference matchup as the -2.5 favorite. The over/under line currently sits at 147 points.</p><h3>SAN FRANCISCO DONS VS SANTA CLARA BRONCOS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Santa Clara Broncos +2.5</p><p>This game will be played at Leavey Center at 7:00 ET on Saturday, March 2nd.</p><h3>WHY BET THE SANTA CLARA BRONCOS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 76-69 in favor of the Broncos.</li><li>Not only will Santa Clara pick up the win, but look for them to cover at +2.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 147 points, and we like the under with a projected 145 points.</li></ul><h3>Will the Dons Pull Through as the Favored Road Team?</h3><p>San Francisco comes into this game as the favorite, as they have been in 22 of their 30 games this season. Overall, they have a record of 21-1 when favored, and their average scoring margin on the road is +4.7 compared to +14.4 at home.</p>

<p>Recently, the Dons have gone 6-4 on the road, and they are looking to bounce back from a loss to Gonzaga. So far, they have gone 22-8 on the season, and their record in West Coast Conference games is 11-4.</p><p>San Francisco has an ATS record of 17-12 this season and they have gone 13-9 vs the spread when favored. On the road, the Dons are 7-4 vs the spread this year and they have gone 6-4 ATS in their last 10 road games. In their last 3 games as the favorite, San Francisco has a 2-1 ATS mark.</p><p>On the season, the over/under record in San Francisco games is 15-13-1 and today's line of 147 is higher than the average over/under line in their games (142.3). Over their last five games, the average scoring total is 145 points and their OU record during that stretch is 2-2-1.</p><p>Against Gonzaga, the San Francisco had a tough time putting up points compared to their season average of 78.7 points per game. They scored 68 points and posted a field goal percentage of 40.3% in the game. Jonathan Mogbo is the current leading scorer for the team, with an average of 14.8 as they approach today's matchup. In addition, Marcus Williams brings a PPG average of 14 into the game.</p><p>So far this season, the San Francisco defense has been performing well, ranking 38th in the country at 66.1 points allowed per contest. On average, opposing teams are hitting 6.6 threes per game vs. Santa Clara. This has come on three-point shooting percentage of 32.5%.</p><h3>Do the Broncos Stand a Chance at Home?</h3><p>As the Santa Clara Broncos get set to take on the San Francisco Dons, they will be looking to improve their record to 11-6 at home. So far this season, they have gone 10-6 at home, and they are coming off of a 94-81 loss to Gonzaga. Over their last 10 games at home, they have gone 6-4.</p>

<p>So far this season, the Broncos have gone 18-12 overall, and they have gone 9-5 in West Coast Conference play. As the underdog, they have gone 5-7, and their average scoring margin at home is +4.1.</p><p>As the underdog, Santa Clara has been solid vs. the spread this season, going 8-4. Their overall ATS mark is 15-12. At home, the Broncos are just 6-10 vs. the spread this year, but they have gone 3-0 ATS as the underdog in their last three games.</p><p>On the season, the over/under record for Santa Clara games is 11-15-1, and today's line of 147 is lower than the average over/under line in their games this year (149.9). So far, 13 of their games have finished with more points than today's line. Over their last three games, the over/under record is 1-2, and in their last five games, the OU record is 1-4.</p><p>In their recent matchup, the Santa Clara offense ended with 81 points against Gonzaga. They finished with an overall field goal percentage of 44.9% and made 11 threes. Offensively, the Broncos have a season long field goal percentage of 45%, which is 131st in the nation. In terms of three-pointers, they are 111st in percentage and 83rd in three-pointers made.</p><p>Coming into today's game, the Santa Clara defense is giving up an average of 72.1 points per contest. On average, opposing teams are hitting 6.8 threes per game vs. San Francisco. This has come on three-point shooting percentage of 29.7%.</p>

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<p>The Buccaneers are favored on the money line at -182 as they face the Commanders on Sunday, January 12th at 8:00 ET on NBC. Washington, with a +3 point spread, is +153 on the money line. This NFC wild card round matchup is being played at Raymond James Stadium, and the over/under line is set at 50.5 points.</p><h3>WASHINGTON COMMANDERS VS TAMPA BAY BUCCANEERS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Washington Commanders +3</p><p>This game will be played at Raymond James Stadium at 8:00 ET on Sunday, January 12th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE WASHINGTON COMMANDERS:</h3><ul><li>We have the Commanders winning this one by a score of 25 to 22</li><li>Not only do we have the Commanders winning straight-up, we have them covering the spread at +3</li><li>We see this game finishing below the line of 50.5 points</li></ul><h3>Will The Commanders Pick Up A Win On The Road?</h3><p>Washington ended the regular season with a five-game winning streak, bringing their record to 12-5. This stretch included a 36-33 win over the Eagles in week 16 and a 30-24 victory over the Falcons in week 17. They were favored by 3.5 points against Atlanta and covered the spread, but they couldn’t cover as 7-point favorites against the Cowboys in week 18, winning 23-19. The O/U line for that game was 43 points, and the teams combined for 42.</p> <p>Heading into the playoffs, Washington is 10-6-1 against the spread and has a +5.5 scoring margin. Their O/U record is 11-6, with their games averaging 51.5 points. The average line in their games has been 45.9 points. In our power rankings, the Commanders are 11th.</p><p>Jayden Daniels has been impressive under center for the Commanders, posting a passer rating of 141 in week 3, completing 21 of 23 passes for 254 yards and 2 touchdowns. He connected with Terry McLaurin 4 times for 100 yards, and avoided turnovers after throwing 0 interceptions in week 2 against the Giants. Daniels was sacked 5 times in that game, but only twice in week 3.</p> <p>Washington ranks 5th in our offensive power rankings, averaging 28.5 points per game. They are 7th in the NFL in total yards per game with 369.6, and 17th in passing yards per game. The Commanders have been strong on the ground, ranking 5th in rushing attempts and 3rd in rushing yards per game.</p><p>In their most recent game, the Washington Commanders' defense allowed 228 passing yards on 20 completions against the Cowboys. Despite giving up 150 rushing yards on 39 attempts, they managed to come out on top with a 23-19 win. The Commanders held Dallas to 41.2% on third down and kept them out of the end zone through the air, as they didn't allow any passing touchdowns.<p></p>Washington's defense recorded two sacks in the game, while the Commanders' offense allowed six more quarterback hits than they produced. The Commanders' defense also limited the Cowboys to 58.8% completions in the passing game.</p><h3>Will The Buccaneers Win At Home Over The Commanders?</h3><p>The Buccaneers ended the regular season with two straight wins, including a 27-19 victory over the Saints in week 18. Tampa Bay was favored by 15 points but couldn’t cover the spread, though the game’s 46 points hit the over (O/U line: 44.5). In week 17, the Bucs easily covered the 10-point spread by defeating the Panthers 48-14.</p> <p>Tampa Bay finished the season 10-7, putting them 1st in the NFC South. They rank 3rd in the NFC and were 7th in our power rankings heading into week 1. The Bucs have an average scoring margin of +6.9 and are 10-7 against the spread. Their O/U record is 12-5, with the over hitting in four straight games.</p><p>After a stellar week 1 performance against the Commanders, Baker Mayfield's numbers have declined in each of the last two games. In week 3, he threw for 163 yards (25/33), with one touchdown and one interception, while being sacked seven times. Chris Godwin led the team with 53 receiving yards on six catches, and Bucky Irving rushed for 70 yards on nine carries.</p> <p>Heading into the Wild Card round, the Bucs rank 7th in our offensive power rankings. They are 4th in the NFL in points per game (29.5) and lead the league in 3rd-down conversion rate (50.9%). Tampa Bay also ranks 3rd in passing yards per game (250.4) and 4th in rushing (149.2 yards per game).</p><p>In their 27-19 win over the Saints, the Buccaneers' defense allowed just 64 rushing yards on 19 attempts and held New Orleans to a 23.1% third-down conversion rate. The Bucs gave up 228 passing yards on 26 completions, with one passing touchdown allowed. They also recorded two sacks and limited the Saints to 292 total yards.<p></p>Tampa Bay's defense was effective in generating pressure, as they won the quarterback hit differential and had more tackles for loss than their opponent. Additionally, the Buccaneers defended the pass well, allowing just 5.4 yards per attempt.</p>

<p>Betting on today's Capitals and Red Wings game? Catch the action at Little Caesars Arena in Detroit, MI, as the Red Wings hosts this showdown at 5:00 ET on ESPN+. The Capitals are favored by -1.5 in a Eastern conference showdown. The game's over/under is currently at 6 goals.</p><h3>WASHINGTON CAPITALS VS DETROIT RED WINGS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Detroit Red Wings +1.5</p><p>This game will be played at Little Caesars Arena at 5:00 ET on Sunday, December 29th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE DETROIT RED WINGS:</h3><ul><li>In spite of being 1.5 goal underdogs, we anticipate the Red Wings winning this one 4-3.</li><li>We like the Red Wings on the moneyline (+117)</li><li>The Red Wings are also our pick on the spread at +1.5</li></ul><h3>Will Washington Come Through as Road Favorites?</h3><p>Washington fell to 24-9-2 after a 4-2 loss to the Hurricanes. The Capitals trailed early, but Alex Ovechkin tied it up with just 44 seconds left in the first, and they took the lead 33 seconds later. However, the Hurricanes responded with three unanswered goals.</p> 

<p>As underdogs on the puck line, Washington didn’t cover. The total was set at 6 goals, and the combined score reached exactly that number. All of the Capitals’ scoring came in the first period, while the Hurricanes added an empty-netter with 9 seconds left in the game.</p><p>Alex Ovechkin netted his 7th goal of the season on a power play, while Brandon Duhaime followed with his 2nd goal. Ovechkin took 5 shots on goal, and Duhaime had 3. Nic Dowd picked up his 2nd assist of the season, and Dylan Strome added his 13th assist on Ovechkin’s goal.</p> <p>Washington took 21 shots on goal but struggled with 15 giveaways. The Capitals scored both of their goals in the first period, with Duhaime’s coming just 11 seconds before the intermission.</p><p>Despite leading 2-1 after the first period, Washington's defense struggled, giving up three unanswered goals—two in the second period and one more late in the third. Charlie Lindgren made 41 saves with a 93.2% save percentage, but the Capitals' defense managed just 2 takeaways and 20 hits.</p><h3>Will Detroit Win at Home?</h3><p>Detroit improved to 13-18-4 with a 2-1 win over the Sabres. The Red Wings were -1.5 goal favorites and didn’t cover the puck line, while the total was set at 6.5 goals, with the combined 3 goals falling short of that mark.</p> 
<p>After giving up a short-handed goal in the first period, Detroit responded with two power-play goals in the second. Dylan Larkin scored both goals for the Red Wings.</p><p>In their 2-1 win over Buffalo, the Red Wings’ offense netted both goals during the second period, with Dylan Larkin scoring his 6th and 7th of the season. Larkin took 4 shots on goal, converting twice.</p> <p>Detroit fired 23 shots on goal but also recorded 15 giveaways. Both of their goals came on power plays, with Patrick Kane picking up his 6th assist and Lucas Raymond his 10th.</p><p>Detroit's defense gave up the first goal at 11:39 in the first period, but they didn't allow another, securing a 2-1 win over Buffalo. Cam Talbot made 31 saves with a 96.9% save percentage, while the defense contributed 4 takeaways and 11 hits.</p>

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