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<p>Betting on today's Penguins and Spartans game? Catch the action at Hodge Center in Spartanburg, SC, as the Spartans hosts this showdown at 1:00 ET on ESPN+. Youngstown State comes into this non-conference matchup as the -8.5 point favorite. The over/under line currently sits at 150.5 points.</p><h3>YOUNGSTOWN STATE PENGUINS VS USC UPSTATE SPARTANS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: USC Upstate Spartans +8.5</p><p>This game will be played at Hodge Center at 1:00 ET on Saturday, December 21st.</p><h3>WHY BET THE USC UPSTATE SPARTANS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 78-68 in favor of the Spartans.</li><li>Not only will USC Upstate pick up the win, but look for them to cover at +8.5.</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>Do the Penguins Stand a Chance on the Road?</h3><h3>Youngstown State Penguins Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Youngstown State improved to 6-5 on the season with an 80-70 road win over Wright State on Wednesday. The Penguins entered the game as +7 underdogs and not only pulled off the upset but also covered the spread.</p> 

<p>After trailing 40-35 at halftime, Youngstown State turned things around by outscoring Wright State 45-30 in the second half. The game’s total points of 150 went over the pre-game O/U line of 143.5.</p><p>Youngstown State put up 80 points in their latest game, shooting 44.4% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 52.4%. They hit 33.3% from beyond the arc, connecting on 10 of 30 attempts, while shooting 54.5% on two-pointers.</p> <p>Jack Doumbia led the Penguins with 17 points and 10 rebounds, while Ty Harper added 16 points, hitting 3 of 6 from deep. Alex Huibregtse and Jason Nelson each contributed 15 points, with Nelson also dishing out 4 assists.</p><p>Youngstown State's defense gave up 70 points, allowing their opponent to shoot 47% from the field on 26 of 55 attempts. Inside the arc, they conceded 16 of 31 shots, with a 51% success rate.</p> <p>From three-point range, the Penguins allowed 10 made threes on 24 attempts, a 41% shooting performance. Their opponent also went 8 for 15 from the free-throw line, hitting 53% of their foul shots. Youngstown State gave up 7 offensive rebounds.</p><h3>Are USC Upstate Ready for a Home Win?</h3><p>USC Upstate's season struggles continued with an 85-70 loss to South Carolina State on Wednesday, dropping their record to 1-10. The Spartans were +2.5 point underdogs going into the game and failed to cover the spread. The total points for the game were 155, just over the 153.5 O/U line.</p> <p>After trailing 40-34 at halftime, USC Upstate allowed 45 points in the second half while scoring 36. Their defense continues to be a concern as they look to turn things around this season.</p><p>USC Upstate's offense put up 70 points in their last game, shooting 43.8% from the field. Their effective field goal percentage was 45.8%, with a two-point shooting mark of 51.4% (18/35). From beyond the arc, they struggled, hitting just 3 of 13 attempts for 23.1%.</p> <p>At the free-throw line, the Spartans connected on 25 of 41 attempts, shooting 61%. Carmelo Adkins led the team with 21 points, while Mister Dean added 17. Drayton Jones contributed 14 points, and Davion Everett, Omar Croskey, Mitchell Taylor, and Wilson Dubinsky each chipped in 12 points.</p><p>USC Upstate's defense struggled, giving up 85 points despite holding the opponent to 43% shooting from the field. They allowed 51% shooting on two-pointers, with the other team hitting 18 of 35 shots.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, USC Upstate limited the damage, as the opponent shot just 23%, making 3 of 13 attempts. However, they sent the other team to the line 41 times, where they converted 25 free throws (61%). USC Upstate also gave up 9 offensive rebounds.</p>

Youngstown State Penguins vs USC Upstate Spartans NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 12/21/24

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<p>Planning on watching today's Blue Demons and Wildcats game? Catch the action at Welsh-Ryan Arena in Evanston, IL, as the Wildcats hosts this showdown at 4:00 ET on BTN. The odds for this non-conference game currently have Northwestern as the -7 favorite, with the over/under line sitting at 136.5 points.</p><h3>DEPAUL BLUE DEMONS VS NORTHWESTERN WILDCATS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: DePaul Blue Demons +7</p><p>This game will be played at Welsh-Ryan Arena at 4:00 ET on Saturday, December 21st.</p><h3>WHY BET THE DEPAUL BLUE DEMONS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 76-71 in favor of the Wildcats.</li><li>Even though we have Northwestern winning straight-up, we like DePaul at +7.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 136.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 147 points.</li></ul><h3>Can DePaul Stun the Crowd at Welsh-Ryan Arena?</h3><p>DePaul’s season record dropped to 8-3 after an 89-61 road loss to St. John’s on Tuesday. The Blue Demons entered the game as +12 point underdogs and failed to cover the spread.</p> <p>DePaul trailed 40-29 at halftime and struggled defensively in the second half, allowing 49 points while scoring just 32. The game’s total points reached 150, just under the 150.5 O/U line.</p><p>DePaul's offense struggled in their last game, managing just 61 points on 39.2% shooting from the field. They hit 30% from beyond the arc, connecting on 6 of 20 attempts, while their effective field goal percentage stood at 45.1%.</p> <p>RJ Luis Jr. led the way with 19 points, shooting 63.6% from the field. Kadary Richmond added 18 points and 7 rebounds, and Layden Blocker contributed 17 points. Simeon Wilcher was efficient, hitting 7 of 9 shots, including 2 of 3 from deep.</p><p>DePaul's defense struggled in their last game, giving up 89 points while allowing their opponent to shoot 55% from the field. Inside the arc, the Blue Demons allowed 34 two-point baskets on 57 attempts, a 59% shooting percentage.</p> <p>From three-point range, DePaul's defense held their opponent to 30% shooting, with just 3 made threes on 10 attempts. However, they sent their opponent to the free-throw line 21 times, where they made 12 free throws. DePaul also gave up 17 offensive rebounds.</p><h3>Can Northwestern Pull Off a Home Win?</h3><p>Northwestern improved to 8-3 on the season with a 71-60 win over Georgia Tech on Sunday, December 15th. Playing at home, the Wildcats entered the game as -6.5 favorites and covered the spread with the victory.</p> <p>Northwestern led 31-26 at halftime and scored 40 points in the 2nd half while allowing 34. The game’s total points of 131 fell short of the 138.5 O/U line.</p><p>Northwestern put up 71 points in their last game, shooting 40% from the field and 40.9% from beyond the arc, hitting 9 of 22 threes. Their effective field goal percentage was 46.2%, and they connected on 62.5% of their free throws, going 10 for 16.</p> <p>Brooks Barnhizer led the way with 20 points and 10 rebounds, though he shot just 33.3% from the field. Lance Terry added 17 points, and Nick Martinelli contributed 16 points on 58.3% shooting. Jalen Leach also chipped in 16 points despite shooting 31.2%.</p><p>Northwestern's defense held their opponent to 60 points, with a field goal percentage of 40% (26/65). They limited two-point shooting to 39%, as the opposing team went 17/43 from inside the arc.</p> <p>From three-point range, Northwestern allowed 9 made threes on 22 attempts, a 40% shooting rate. They also sent their opponent to the free-throw line 16 times, where they made 10, shooting 62%. Northwestern gave up 9 offensive rebounds.</p>

DePaul Blue Demons vs Northwestern Wildcats NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 12/21/24

<p>Betting on today's Great Danes and Rams game? Catch the action at Rose Hill Gymnasium in Bronx, NY, as the Rams hosts this showdown at 2:00 ET on ESPN+. The over/under line for this matchup is currently at 153.5 points, and Fordham is favored by -7.5 at home against Albany.</p><h3>ALBANY GREAT DANES VS FORDHAM RAMS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Albany Great Danes +7.5</p><p>This game will be played at Rose Hill Gymnasium at 2:00 ET on Saturday, December 21st.</p><h3>WHY BET THE ALBANY GREAT DANES:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 76-70 in favor of the Rams.</li><li>Even though we have Fordham winning straight-up, we like Albany at +7.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 153.5 points, and we like the under with a projected 146 points.</li></ul><h3>Will Albany Shock Everyone at Rose Hill Gymnasium?</h3><h3>Albany Great Danes Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>The Great Danes improved to 5-6 on the season with a 74-66 win over Sacred Heart on Wednesday. Albany, who entered the game as +3.5 underdogs, not only pulled off the upset but also covered the spread.</p> 

<p>Albany trailed 34-30 at halftime but turned things around in the 2nd half, outscoring Sacred Heart 44-32. The game’s total points of 140 fell short of the 155.5 O/U line.</p><p>In their latest game, Albany's offense put up 74 points, shooting 39% from the field and 24% from beyond the arc, hitting just 6 of 25 three-point attempts. Their effective field goal percentage was 42.9%, while they connected on 72.7% of their free throws, going 8 for 11 from the line.</p> <p>The Great Danes grabbed 19 offensive rebounds, with Tanner Thomas and Amar'e Marshall each scoring 16 points. Thomas shot 50% overall, while Marshall hit 3 of 8 from deep. Nyle Ralph-Beyer was efficient, shooting 62.5% from the field and 50% from three, contributing 13 points in 21 minutes.</p><p>Albany's defense held their opponent to 66 points on 40% shooting from the field, with 26 made baskets on 65 attempts. Inside the arc, the Great Danes allowed 21 two-point field goals on 42 attempts, a 50% shooting rate.</p> <p>From three-point range, Albany's defense limited their opponent to just 5 made threes on 23 attempts, a 21% success rate. The Great Danes also sent their opponent to the free-throw line 10 times, where they converted 9 of those attempts, shooting 90%.</p><h3>Will the Fordham Defense Show Up at Home?</h3><h3>Fordham Rams Recent Game/Games</h3> <p>Fordham improved to 6-5 on the season with an 86-84 win over Bryant on Saturday. The Rams entered the game as -1.5 favorites and covered the spread with the victory.</p> <p>Fordham led 42-36 at halftime but allowed 48 points in the second half while scoring 44 of their own. The game’s total points of 170 exceeded the O/U line of 159.5.</p><p>Fordham put up 86 points in their last game, shooting 43.5% from the field and 30.4% from beyond the arc. Their effective field goal percentage was 49.3%, and they hit 86.4% of their free throws, going 19-for-22 from the line.</p> <p>Jackie Johnson III led the way with 29 points, hitting 4-of-11 from three. Kvonn Cramer added 23 points, making both of his three-point attempts and shooting 66.7% overall. Earl Timberlake contributed 21 points and 10 rebounds, along with 8 assists.</p><p>Fordham's defense gave up 84 points in their last game, allowing their opponent to shoot 44% from the field on 27 of 61 attempts. Inside the arc, they allowed 48% shooting, with the opposing team hitting 21 of 43 two-point shots.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Fordham's defense held their opponent to 33% shooting, as they made 6 of 18 three-point attempts. However, Fordham sent them to the free-throw line 31 times, where they converted 24 for 77%. Fordham also gave up 12 offensive rebounds.</p>

Albany Great Danes vs Fordham Rams NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 12/21/24

<p>Betting on today's Kraken and Golden Knights game? Catch the action at T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas, NV, as the Golden Knights hosts this showdown at 10:00 ET on ESPN+. The over/under goal line for this matchup is currently at 5.5 goals, and the Golden Knights are favored by -1.5 vs. the Kraken.</p><h3>SEATTLE KRAKEN 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, December 21st.</p><h3>WHY BET THE VEGAS GOLDEN KNIGHTS:</h3><ul><li>In spite of being 1.5 goal underdogs, we anticipate the Kraken winning this one 3-2.</li><li>We like the Kraken on the moneyline (+163)</li><li>The Kraken are also our pick on the spread at +1.5</li></ul><h3>Do the Kraken Have a Shot at a Road Win?</h3><p>Seattle dropped to 15-17-2 after a 2-0 loss to the Bruins. The Kraken entered the game as underdogs on the puck line, with the total set at 6 goals. The combined 2 goals fell well short of the total.</p> 

<p>Both of Boston’s goals came in the first period. The Kraken’s offense struggled, managing just 23 shots on goal and failing to score. They also had 19 giveaways, contributing to their offensive woes.</p><p>Seattle was shut out in their 2-0 loss to Boston, marking the fourth time this season they’ve been held scoreless. The Kraken took 23 shots on goal but couldn’t find the net, and they gave the puck away 19 times.</p> <p>Seattle failed to score in any period, including on power plays. The team remained scoreless after the first period, with Boston taking a 2-0 lead early on.</p><p>Joey Daccord made 31 saves with a 93.9% save percentage, but Seattle's defense gave up two early goals in the first period, leading to a 2-0 loss. The Kraken's defense finished with 18 hits and 4 takeaways.</p><h3>Can Vegas Lock in a Home Win?</h3><p>With a 4-3 overtime win against the Utah Hockey Club, the Golden Knights improved to 21-8-3. Vegas, favored by -1.5 goals, failed to cover the puck line. The total was set at 6.5 goals, and the combined 7 goals surpassed that mark.</p> 

<p>Vegas trailed 2-0 before rallying with four different players finding the net. Brett Howden scored the game-winner at 2:15 into overtime.</p><p>In their 4-3 overtime win against Utah, the Golden Knights fired 35 shots on goal but were held scoreless in the first period. Pavel Dorofeyev netted his 7th goal of the season, while Brett Howden scored his 6th, including the game-winner in OT. William Karlsson added his 2nd goal of the year, and Noah Hanifin found the net for the 2nd time this season.</p> <p>Hanifin also contributed with two assists, bringing his total to 5 for the season. The Golden Knights recorded 13 giveaways and were shut out on power play opportunities.</p><p>On defense, the Golden Knights gave up 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 allowed a third goal at 13:10 in the third period. Adin Hill made 16 saves with a save percentage of 84.2%. The defense also recorded 10 takeaways and 22 hits.</p>

Seattle Kraken vs Vegas Golden Knights Betting Pick & Prediction 12/21/24

<p>Betting on today's Golden Eagles and Musketeers game? Catch the action at Cintas Center in Cincinnati, OH, as the Musketeers hosts this showdown at 12:00 ET on FOX. Marquette is favored by -5.5 in this Big East conference showdown. The game's over/under is currently at 153.5 points.</p><h3>MARQUETTE GOLDEN EAGLES VS XAVIER MUSKETEERS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Xavier Musketeers +5.5</p><p>This game will be played at Cintas Center at 12:00 ET on Saturday, December 21st.</p><h3>WHY BET THE XAVIER MUSKETEERS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 76-69 in favor of the Musketeers.</li><li>Not only will Xavier pick up the win, but look for them to cover at +5.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 153.5 points, and we like the under with a projected 145 points.</li></ul><h3>Taking a Look at the Golden Eagles Chances in Cincinnati</h3><h3>Marquette Golden Eagles Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Marquette improved to 10-2 on the season with an 80-70 home win over Butler on Wednesday, December 18th. Despite being -14 favorites, the Golden Eagles didn’t cover the spread. The total points for the game ended at 150, just over the 148.5 O/U line.</p> 

<p>After trailing 35-32 at halftime, Marquette turned things around in the 2nd half, scoring 48 points while holding Butler to 35.</p><p>Marquette's offense put up 80 points in their last game, shooting 42.7% from the field. Their effective field goal percentage was 46.7%, with a strong 57.8% shooting inside the arc. However, they struggled from three-point range, hitting just 6 of 30 attempts for 20%.</p> <p>Kam Jones led the way with 23 points, though he shot just 1 of 7 from deep. Jahmyl Telfort and Kolby King each added 16 points, with Telfort grabbing 10 rebounds. Stevie Mitchell was perfect from the field, going 6 for 6, and Marquette grabbed 20 offensive rebounds as a team.</p><p>Marquette's defense gave up 70 points, allowing their opponent to shoot 42% from the field on 32 of 75 attempts. Inside the arc, they struggled, with the opponent hitting 57% of their two-point shots, going 26/45.</p> <p>From three-point range, Marquette held their opponent to just 6/30 shooting, a 20% success rate. They also sent the opponent to the free-throw line 12 times, where they converted 10, shooting 83%. Marquette allowed 20 offensive rebounds.</p><h3>Do the Musketeers Stand a Chance at Home?</h3><h3>Xavier Musketeers Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>The Musketeers dropped to 8-4 on the season after a 94-89 loss to UConn on Wednesday. Xavier, who entered the game as +13.5 point underdogs, kept it closer than expected.</p> 

<p>After leading 30-29 at halftime, Xavier scored 48 points in the 2nd half but allowed 49. The game’s total points of 183 went well over the pre-game O/U line of 146.5.</p><p>Xavier's offense put up 89 points in their last game, shooting 50% from the field and 54.2% from three-point range, hitting 13 of 24 attempts. Their effective field goal percentage was an impressive 62.1%, and they connected on 85.7% of their free throws, going 18 for 21 from the line.</p> <p>Ryan Conwell led the way with 23 points, shooting 69.2% overall and 60% from deep. Solo Ball and Dante Maddox Jr. each contributed 22 points, with Maddox hitting 5 threes at a 55.6% clip. Hassan Diarra dished out 11 assists, while Tarris Reed Jr. grabbed 13 rebounds and added 20 points.</p><p>Despite Xavier's defensive struggles, allowing 94 points on 47% shooting, the Musketeers couldn't slow down their opponent's two-point attack, which hit 55% of its shots (25/45).</p> <p>Xavier also sent the other team to the free-throw line 21 times, where they converted 95% of their attempts. The Musketeers gave up 14 offensive rebounds in the game.</p>

Marquette Golden Eagles vs Xavier Musketeers NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 12/21/24

<p>Looking to win big? The Cardinals and Red Raiders face off at 1:00 ET on ESPN+. The Red Raiders are hosting the game at United Supermarkets Arena in Lubbock, TX. The over/under line for this matchup is currently at 141.5 points, and Texas Tech is favored by -23.5 at home against Lamar.</p><h3>LAMAR CARDINALS VS TEXAS TECH RED RAIDERS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Lamar Cardinals +23.5</p><p>This game will be played at United Supermarkets Arena at 1:00 ET on Saturday, December 21st.</p><h3>WHY BET THE LAMAR CARDINALS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 79-68 in favor of the Red Raiders.</li><li>Even though we have Texas Tech winning straight-up, we like Lamar at +23.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 141.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 147 points.</li></ul><h3>Does Lamar Have What it Takes to Win as Road Underdogs?</h3><h3>Lamar Cardinals Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>The Cardinals improved to 4-5 on the season with a 69-65 road win over Southern Miss on Tuesday. Lamar entered the game as 2-point favorites and covered the spread, while the total points of 134 fell just short of the 137.5 O/U line.</p> 

<p>Lamar led 36-31 at halftime and scored 33 points in the 2nd half, allowing 34 points to Southern Miss.</p><p>Lamar's offense put up 69 points in their last game, shooting 39.4% from the field and 31.8% from beyond the arc. Their effective field goal percentage was 45.5%, and they hit 66.7% of their free throws, going 10 for 15 from the line.</p> <p>Neftali Alvarez led the way with 21 points and 7 assists, shooting 50% overall despite hitting just 1 of 6 from three. Alexis Marmolejos added 20 points, connecting on 3 of 7 from deep, while Cody Pennebaker hit 3 of 5 from three, finishing with 16 points on 60% shooting.</p><p>Despite giving up 15 offensive rebounds, Lamar held their opponent to 65 points on 42% shooting from the field. The Cardinals were particularly effective in defending the three-point line, where they limited their opponent to just 2 made threes on 13 attempts, a 15% success rate.</p> <p>Inside the arc, Lamar's opponent shot 50%, converting 22 of 44 two-point attempts. The Cardinals also sent their opponent to the free-throw line 25 times, where they made 15, shooting 60%.</p><h3>Will Texas Tech Make it Happen at Home?</h3><p>Texas Tech improved to 8-2 on the season with an 86-50 win over Oral Roberts on Monday. The Red Raiders, who were -27.5 point favorites, covered the spread in the victory.</p> <p>Tech led 41-19 at halftime and added 45 points in the 2nd half while allowing 31. The total points for the game were 136, which was under the O/U line of 148.5.</p><p>Texas Tech put up 86 points in their last game, shooting 53.1% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 60.9%. They were dominant inside, hitting 68.6% of their two-point attempts, while connecting on 34.5% from beyond the arc.</p> <p>The Red Raiders dished out 26 assists, with Federiko Federiko and Chance McMillian each contributing 5. Federiko also grabbed 12 rebounds and scored 23 points, shooting 11/13 from the field. McMillian added 20 points, hitting 3 of 4 from deep and shooting 88.9% overall.</p><p>Despite giving up 50 points, Texas Tech's defense struggled, allowing the opponent to shoot 53% from the field. The Red Raiders couldn't contain the two-point attack, with the other team hitting 68% of their shots inside the arc.</p> <p>From three-point range, Texas Tech's defense allowed 10 threes on 29 attempts, a 34% shooting rate. They also sent the opponent to the free-throw line 13 times, where they made 8, shooting 61%. The Red Raiders gave up 13 offensive rebounds.</p>

Lamar Cardinals vs Texas Tech Red Raiders NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 12/21/24

<p>The Hornets will look to snap a two-game losing streak when they host the Celtics tonight at 7:00 ET. Charlotte is currently 13th in the Eastern Conference, while Boston is 1st.</p>

<p>The Celtics are 17-point favorites and have a record of 58-16, while the Hornets are 18-56. The over/under line is currently set at 216.5.</p><h3>BOSTON CELTICS VS CHARLOTTE HORNETS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Charlotte Hornets +17</p><p>This game will be played at Spectrum Center at 7:00 ET on Monday, April 1st.</p><h3>WHY BET THE CHARLOTTE HORNETS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 115-106 in favor of the Celtics.</li><li>Our projections have Jayson Tatum finishing with Jayson Tatum points, 8 rebounds and 5 assists.</li><li>From the field, we have the Celtics finishing with a field goal percentage of 48.1% and knocking down 19 threes.</li></ul><h3>Can Boston Grab a Win on the Road?</h3><p>In their games this season, the Celtics have had an average over/under line of 229.8, which is higher than today's line of 216.5. On average, their games have seen 230.4 points scored.</p>

<p>Boston's O/U record for the season is 37-36-1, and their games have finished below the O/U line in their last game vs. the Pelicans (196 points vs. O/U of 223.5).</p>

<p>This season, the Celtics have been favored in 71 of their 74 games and have a record of 56-15 in those games. As the favorite, they have gone 36-32 ATS, with an average scoring margin of +11.8 points per game.</p>

<p>Boston's most recent game was a 104-92 win over the Pelicans. They covered the spread as 6-point favorites, and the game finished 12 points below the O/U line.</p>

<p>In the Eastern Conference, the Celtics are in 1st place with a record of 58-16. On the road, they are 26-13 compared to 32-3 at home.</p><p>The Celtics' offense has been one of the most potent in the NBA this season, ranking 2nd in points per game at 120.9. Interestingly, they have been even better on the road, averaging 118.7 points compared to 123.3 at home.</p>

<p>Boston's offensive approach has been heavily reliant on the three-point shot, as they lead the league in three-point attempts and makes. Overall, they are shooting 39% from beyond the arc.</p>

<p>When it comes to pace of play, the Celtics are 19th in the NBA at 97.4 possessions per game. In terms of overall field goal percentage, they are 9th in the league at 48%.</p><p>This season, the Celtics' defense is the 5th ranked defense in the NBA at 5th PPG. So far, they have held opposing offenses below the NBA scoring average in 70.3% of their games. In terms of two point field goal attempts, the Celtics defense has allowed a shooting percentage of 52.2% while allowing 34.8% from downtown.</p><h3>Will Charlotte Make it Happen at Home?</h3><p>This season, Charlotte has an O/U record of 36-38-0, and their games have averaged 223.3 points per game. Today's O/U line is set at 216.5 points, and 60 of their games have had higher O/U lines.</p>

<p>The Hornets' last game vs. the Clippers had an O/U line of 215.5, and the teams combined for 248 points. Charlotte lost the game by a score of 130-118.</p>

<p>Coming into today's game, the Hornets have lost two straight games and are 18-56 on the season. In the Eastern Conference, they are currently in 13th place.</p>

<p>Charlotte's ATS record for the season is 28-44, including a record of 15-19 at home. As the underdog, they are 27-40 vs. the spread.</p>

<p>In their last five games as the underdog, the Hornets are 15-54 straight-up and 27-40 vs. the spread. This season, they have been the underdog in 69 of their 74 games.</p>

<p>Charlotte's last game vs. the Clippers, they were 14-point underdogs and covered the spread. This improved their ATS record on the road to 13-25 for the season.</p><p>Charlotte's offense has struggled this season, ranking 29th in scoring at 106.4 points per game. However, they have been slightly better at home, averaging 108.2 points per game.</p>

<p>Despite being 25th in pace, the Hornets are 16th in two-point attempts. Overall, they are 27th in field goal percentage and 28th in true shooting percentage.</p>

<p>When it comes to three-point shooting, Charlotte is 22nd in made threes but just 25th in three-point shooting percentage. They are also last in free throw attempts and 30th in free throw shooting.</p><p>At this time, the Hornets' defense is positioned 22nd in the NBA, permitting 116.9 points per game. Inside the arc, the Hornets defense is giving up a shooting percentage of 57.9% and 37.6% from three-point territory.</p>

Boston Celtics vs Charlotte Hornets Betting Pick & Prediction 4/1/24

<p>Don't miss out on the NHL showdown between the Kings and Predators. The game is starting at 1:30 ET on NHLN, and it's hosted by the Predators at Bridgestone Arena in Nashville, TN. Get ready to place your bets! The Kings are favored by -1.5 in this Western conference contest against the Predators. The game's over/under currently sits at 5.5 goals.</p><h3>LOS ANGELES KINGS VS NASHVILLE PREDATORS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Nashville Predators +1.5</p><p>This game will be played at Bridgestone Arena at 1:30 ET on Saturday, December 21st.</p><h3>WHY BET THE NASHVILLE PREDATORS:</h3><ul><li>Even though they are considered 1.5-goal underdogs, our projection points to a 4-2 win for the Predators.</li><li>We like the Predators on the moneyline (+103)</li><li>The Predators are also our pick on the spread at +1.5</li></ul><h3>Is A Road Victory Likely for Favored Los Angeles?</h3><p>After a 4-3 loss to the Blackhawks, the Kings now sit at 19-9-4. Los Angeles had a 3-2 lead in the third period, but Chicago tied it up with just 31 seconds left in regulation.</p> 

<p>The Kings were -1.5 goal favorites, and the total was set at 6 goals. The combined 7 goals pushed the game over the total.</p><p>Alex Laferriere scored twice for the Kings, including his 7th goal on a power play and his 8th goal later in the 2nd period. Phillip Danault added his 1st goal of the season at 8:12 in the 3rd period.</p> <p>Kevin Fiala contributed two assists, bringing his season total to 5. The Kings fired 40 shots on goal and had 13 giveaways.</p><p>Defensively, the Kings will be looking to bounce back after giving up three goals in the 3rd period of their previous game against the Blackhawks, including the game-tying goal with just 31 seconds left in regulation. Goalie Darcy Kuemper made 18 saves and posted a save percentage of 85.7%.</p><h3>Does Nashville Have What it Takes at Home?</h3><p>Nashville improved to 9-18-7 with a 5-2 win over the Avalanche. The Predators covered the puck line as -1.5 goal favorites, and the total of 7 goals went over the 6.5 goal line.</p> 

<p>After falling behind 1-0 in the second period, Nashville responded with five unanswered goals. All five of the Predators’ goals came from different players.</p><p>Nashville’s offense was held scoreless in the first period before Steven Stamkos netted his second goal of the season on a power play in the second. Colton Sissons followed with his first goal of the year. Roman Josi added his first goal of the season on another power play in the third period.</p> <p>Filip Forsberg scored his seventh goal of the season on an empty net, and Gustav Nyquist added his fourth, also on an empty net. The Predators took 25 shots on goal and recorded 15 giveaways.</p><p>Nashville's defense gave up the first goal 2:54 into the 2nd period and another at 17:43 in the 3rd, but they held strong otherwise, leading to a 5-2 win. Juuse Saros made 29 saves with a 93.5% save percentage, while the defense added 4 takeaways and 23 hits.</p>

Los Angeles Kings vs Nashville Predators Betting Pick & Prediction 12/21/24

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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Best NFL Betting Sites & Sportsbooks

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<p>At 8:00 ET, the Golden State Warriors (14-12) will travel to take on the Minnesota Timberwolves (14-12) in a Western Conference matchup. The Timberwolves are currently favored by 3.5 points.</p>

<p>Golden State is currently on a three-game losing streak and is 10th in the Western Conference. Minnesota is 8th in the West and 3rd in the Northwest Division.</p><h3>GOLDEN STATE WARRIORS VS MINNESOTA TIMBERWOLVES BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Golden State Warriors +3.5</p><p>This game will be played at Target Center at 8:00 ET on Saturday, December 21st.</p><h3>WHY BET THE GOLDEN STATE WARRIORS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 134-130 in favor of the Warriors.</li><li>Our projections have Stephen Curry finishing with 23 points, 4 rebounds and 5 assists.</li><li>From the field, we have the Warriors finishing with a field goal percentage of 47.2% and knocking down 17 threes.</li></ul><h3>Can the Warriors Pull Off a Win at Minneapolis?</h3><p>The Warriors fell to 14-12 on the season after a crushing 144-93 road loss to the Grizzlies on Thursday. Entering the game as +2.5 point underdogs, Golden State failed to cover the spread, and the combined score of 237 points narrowly missed the O/U line of 238.5.</p> <p>Memphis set the tone early, going on an 11-0 run to extend their lead from 31-15 to 42-15. The Grizzlies continued to dominate, outscoring the Warriors 32-23 in the 2nd quarter and 40-21 in the 3rd. Golden State managed 34 points in the 4th, but Memphis still edged them 35-34 in the final period.</p><p>In their 144-93 loss to the Grizzlies, the Warriors shot just 35.6% from the field, with a 33.3% mark from beyond the arc, hitting 12 threes. Brandin Podziemski led the way with 21 points, 16 of which came in the 4th quarter, while Andrew Wiggins added 19 points, including 9 in the opening period.</p> <p>Kyle Anderson contributed 11 points, knocking down 3 threes at a 75% clip, and Jonathan Kuminga also finished with 11 points, 7 of which came in the final quarter. Wiggins connected on 4 threes, shooting 80% from deep.</p><p>The Warriors struggled defensively on Thursday, giving up 144 points to the Grizzlies. Memphis scored at least 32 points in every quarter, including 40 in the 3rd. The Grizzlies shot 54% from the field.</p> <p>Golden State also had trouble defending the three, allowing 27 made threes on 56% shooting. The Warriors sent Memphis to the line 15 times, where they made 11 free throws. Golden State finished with 11 steals and 5 blocks.</p><h3>Can Minnesota Secure a Home Victory?</h3><p>The Timberwolves fell to 14-12 on the season after a 133-107 home loss to the Knicks on Thursday. Minnesota, favored by 3.5 points, not only lost but also failed to cover the spread. The game’s total of 240 points went well over the pre-game line of 214.</p> <p>After a close 1st quarter (33-32), the Knicks went on an 11-0 run and dominated the 2nd quarter, outscoring the Timberwolves 41-18. New York extended their lead to 104-74 by the end of the 3rd quarter. Minnesota outscored the Knicks 33-29 in the 4th, but it was too late to mount a comeback.</p><p>In their loss to the Knicks, the Timberwolves shot 46.1% from the field, but their three-point shooting stood out, as they hit 17 threes at a 40.5% rate. Julius Randle led the way with 24 points, including 4 threes at 50% efficiency, while Anthony Edwards added 17 points and 7 assists, connecting on 3 threes.</p> <p>Randle did most of his damage early, scoring 15 points in the 1st quarter. Donte DiVincenzo contributed 15 points, with 11 coming in the 4th, and Josh Minott also scored all 11 of his points in the final period.</p><p>The Timberwolves struggled defensively on Thursday, giving up 133 points to the Knicks, including a 41-point 2nd quarter. Minnesota allowed New York to shoot 51% from the field.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, the Knicks hit 20 threes at a 44% clip. The Timberwolves also gave up 16 offensive rebounds but managed 10 steals and 5 blocks.</p>

Golden State Warriors vs Minnesota Timberwolves Betting Pick & Prediction 12/21/24

<p>At 7:30 ET, the Brooklyn Nets (-141) will host the Utah Jazz (+119) in a non-conference matchup. The over/under line for this game is 221.5 points.</p>

<p>Utah enters this game with a record of 6-20, which is good for 14th in the Western Conference. Brooklyn is 11-16 and sits 10th in the Eastern Conference.</p><h3>UTAH JAZZ VS BROOKLYN NETS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Utah Jazz +2.5</p><p>This game will be played at Barclays Center at 7:30 ET on Saturday, December 21st.</p><h3>WHY BET THE UTAH JAZZ:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 137-71 in favor of the Jazz.</li><li>Our projections have Lauri Markkanen finishing with 21 points, 7 rebounds and 2 assists.</li><li>From the field, we have the Jazz finishing with a field goal percentage of 47.1% and knocking down 15 threes.</li></ul><h3>Can Utah Pull Off a Road Win?</h3><p>After a 126-119 win over the Pistons on Thursday, the Jazz improved to 6-20 this season. Utah, who entered the game as +4.5 point underdogs, not only won but covered the spread. The total points for the game hit 245, surpassing the O/U line of 227.5.</p> <p>The Jazz started strong, leading 48-19 after the 1st quarter, thanks to a 10-0 run. However, the Pistons fought back, winning the 2nd quarter 35-19 and the 3rd quarter 32-30. Utah entered the 4th quarter with a 97-86 lead and held on, despite being outscored 33-29 in the final period.</p><p>Collin Sexton led the Jazz to a win over the Pistons with 30 points and 7 assists, hitting 5 threes at a 71.4% rate. Keyonte George added 28 points, knocking down 7 threes at 53.8%, while Lauri Markkanen contributed 27 points and 14 rebounds.</p> <p>Utah connected on 20 threes, shooting 50% from deep and 47% overall. Sexton scored 13 points in the 1st quarter, while Markkanen added 13 in the 3rd.</p><p>The Jazz defense shined in the 1st quarter, allowing just 19 points, but they struggled in the 2nd, giving up 35. The Pistons scored 32 and 33 points in the 3rd and 4th quarters, respectively, but Utah still managed to secure the win.</p> <p>Overall, the Jazz held Detroit to 43% shooting and just 27% from three-point range, with the Pistons making 13 threes. The Pistons also went 14/18 from the free-throw line. Utah grabbed 47 defensive rebounds, gave up 13 offensive boards, and recorded 5 steals and 8 blocks.</p><h3>Pressure Builds for Brooklyn as Home Favorites</h3><p>The Nets improved to 11-16 this season with a 101-94 road win over the Raptors on Thursday. Brooklyn, who entered the game as +2.5 point underdogs, not only picked up the win but also covered the spread. The total points for the game were 195, falling well short of the 219-point O/U line.</p> <p>Brooklyn took control in the 4th quarter, holding Toronto to 18 points while scoring 31. An 11-0 run broke a 90-90 tie, giving the Nets a 101-90 lead before the Raptors added a few late points.</p><p>In their win over the Raptors, the Nets shot just 40.2% from the field and struggled from three-point range, hitting only 9 threes at a 23.1% clip. Cameron Johnson led the way with 33 points, 10 rebounds, and 6 assists, shooting 60% from the floor and making 4 threes at 40% efficiency.</p> <p>Johnson scored 15 points in the 4th quarter, while Shake Milton and Noah Clowney each added 6 of their 12 and 11 points, respectively, in the final period. Ben Simmons also contributed 12 points, with 5 coming in the 2nd quarter.</p><p>The Nets put together a strong defensive performance on Thursday, holding the Raptors to just 94 points. Brooklyn was especially effective in the 4th quarter, where they allowed only 18 points. Overall, the Nets limited Toronto to 39% shooting from the field.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, the Raptors hit 15 threes on 34% shooting. Brooklyn sent Toronto to the line 14 times, where they made 11 free throws. The Nets also recorded 38 defensive rebounds, gave up 10 offensive boards, and added 6 blocks.</p>

Utah Jazz vs Brooklyn Nets Betting Pick & Prediction 12/21/24

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

Best NBA Betting Sites & Sportsbooks

Detroit Pistons vs Phoenix Suns Betting Pick & Prediction 12/21/24

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<p>Making on a bet on this NCAA game featuring the Mocs versus the Hoosiers? Tip off is at at 12:00 ET, and you can watch it all unfold on BTN. The game will be played at Simon Skjodt Assembly Hall in Bloomington, IN. The odds for this non-conference game currently have Indiana as the -14.5 favorite, with the over/under line sitting at 154.5 points.</p><h3>CHATTANOOGA MOCS VS INDIANA HOOSIERS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Chattanooga Mocs +14.5</p><p>This game will be played at Simon Skjodt Assembly Hall at 12:00 ET on Saturday, December 21st.</p><h3>WHY BET THE CHATTANOOGA MOCS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 79-68 in favor of the Hoosiers.</li><li>Even though we have Indiana winning straight-up, we like Chattanooga at +14.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 154.5 points, and we like the under with a projected 147 points.</li></ul><h3>Does Chattanooga Have a Shot at a Road Win?</h3><p>Chattanooga improved to 6-4 on the season with an 85-63 home win over Alabama A&M on Sunday. The Mocs entered the game as -16.5 point favorites and covered the spread, while the total points of 148 fell just under the 151 O/U line.</p> <p>Chattanooga took control early, leading 40-26 at halftime, and continued their strong play in the second half, outscoring the Bulldogs 45-37.</p><p>Chattanooga's offense was firing on all cylinders in their last game, putting up 85 points with a field goal percentage of 51%. Their effective field goal percentage was an impressive 65.3%, thanks in part to hitting 14 of 32 from beyond the arc, shooting 43.8% from three-point range. They also excelled at the free-throw line, making 21 of 24 attempts for an 87.5% success rate.</p> <p>Honor Huff led the way with 24 points, knocking down 6 threes at a 54.5% clip. Trey Bonham added 21 points, shooting 66.7% overall and 50% from deep. AC Bryant contributed 19 points, hitting 4 of 6 from three-point range, while Darius Ford connected on 3 of 4 threes, finishing with 11 points.</p><p>Chattanooga's defense gave up 63 points, allowing their opponent to shoot 51% from the field. They struggled to contain the two-point shots, with the opposing team hitting 64% on 11/17 shooting.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Chattanooga's defense allowed 14 threes on 32 attempts, a 43% success rate. They also sent their opponent to the free-throw line 24 times, where they converted 21 free throws at an 87% clip. Chattanooga gave up 9 offensive rebounds.</p><h3>Will the Hoosiers Pull Through as the Favored Home Team?</h3><p>Indiana's season record dropped to 8-3 after an 85-68 loss to Nebraska on Friday. The Hoosiers went into the game as +4.5 point underdogs and failed to cover the spread. The total points for the game ended at 153, just under the O/U line of 156.5.</p> <p>Indiana trailed 44-41 at halftime but struggled in the 2nd half, scoring only 27 points while allowing 41.</p><p>In their last game, the Hoosiers managed just 68 points, shooting 35.4% from the field. They hit only 22.9% of their threes, going 8-for-35, while their effective field goal percentage was 41.5%.</p> <p>Brice Williams led the way with 30 points, shooting 66.7% overall and from three-point range. Myles Rice added 20 points, hitting 61.5% of his shots, though he struggled from deep, making just 1 of 4 attempts.</p><p>Indiana's defense struggled, giving up 85 points on 61% shooting from the field. They allowed 22 two-point baskets on 35 attempts, a 62% success rate for their opponent.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Indiana's opponent shot 57%, hitting 8 of 14 threes. They also sent them to the line 26 times, where they made 17 free throws.</p>

Chattanooga Mocs vs Indiana Hoosiers NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 12/21/24

<p>At 1:37 from the Rogers Centre in Toronto, we have an interleague matchup between the Dodgers and Blue Jays. Los Angeles comes in with a record of 18-11, while the Blue Jays are 13-15. The over/under line is at 8.5 runs, and the Blue Jays are the favorite on the money line at -130.</p>

<p>Michael Grove is starting for the Dodgers, and he is facing off against Kevin Gausman for the Blue Jays. You can catch this one on TV on SportsNet LA and SportsNet.</p><h3>LOS ANGELES DODGERS VS TORONTO BLUE JAYS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Los Angeles Dodgers Moneyline +108</p><p>This game will be played at Rogers Centre at 1:37 ET on Sunday, April 28th.</p><h3>HOW TO BET THE DODGERS VS BLUE JAYS:</h3><ul><li>We have the Dodgers winning by a score of 5 to 4</li><li>If you're looking for a run line pick, we also like the Dodgers to cover</li><li>As for an over/under pick, we have this game finishing with 9 runs and like the over</li></ul><p>Thanks to a good outing from Tyler Glasnow, the Dodgers picked up a 4-2 win over the Blue Jays in the most recent game of this series. Los Angeles had a two-run lead heading into the 7th inning, and the Blue Jays could only muster one run in the 7th and added their final run in the 9th.</p>

<p>Glasnow went six innings for the Dodgers, giving up just one run and striking out nine. He picked up a win in the game, while Evan Phillips got the save. Yusei Kikuchi had a rough outing for the Blue Jays, taking the loss.</p>

<p>Mookie Betts scored three times for the Dodgers while going 3/5 with a stolen base. Justin Turner also had two hits and an RBI. Toronto's top hitter was Bo Bichette, who went 2/4.</p><h3>Dodgers Records & Stats</h3><p>Los Angeles is currently on a six-game winning streak, and they lead the NL West by 4.5 games over the Padres. The Dodgers are 18-11 overall and have gone 5-3 against other teams in the NL West. Their winning streak includes the first two games of this series vs. the Blue Jays.</p>

<p>At home, the Dodgers are 9-8 this season, and they have been really good on the road at 9-3. So far, they have been really good in night games, going 12-5. As the favorite, the Dodgers have a record of 18-11 this year.</p><p>When playing on the road, the Los Angeles Dodgers have been a good bet against the run line, going 8-4 overall and 2-0 in their last two games. Their average run margin in winning games is 3.9, and they have a run line record of 14-15 overall.</p><p>So far this season, the Dodgers have played 11 games with an over/under line of 8.5 runs. In those games, the over has hit 11 times. The Dodgers have played 29 games this season, and 24.1% of those games have had an over/under line of 8.5 runs. The Dodgers' games have averaged 9.4 runs per game this season, and the over/under record for the Dodgers this season is 18-11.</p><p>Michael Grove is getting the start for the Dodgers today and has made nine appearances out of the bullpen this season. He has yet to pick up a decision and has an ERA of 6.00. Opponents are batting .241 off Grove this season, and his WHIP is currently 1.33. The right-hander has a BB/9 figure of 3.6 compared to 10.8 strikeouts per nine innings. Grove's last outing came on April 23rd, where he went one inning out of the bullpen and didn't give up a run. He finished with a no-decision in that outing. Before that, he had given up at least one earned run in three straight appearances.</p><p>Los Angeles comes into the game as one of the league's top-scoring offenses, averaging 5.4 runs per game. They have been even better at home, putting up 5.6 runs per contest. Overall, the Dodgers are 3rd in home runs and have the league's 2nd best team batting average at .277. As a team, they have the top on-base percentage in the league and are 3rd in slugging.</p>

<p>Mookie Betts and Shohei Ohtani have been two of the Dodgers' top hitters this season, with Betts batting .391 and Ohtani at .347. Ohtani's seven homers are the most on the team, while Betts is 2nd with six. Over his last eight games, Betts is hitting .452, and Ohtani has three homers in that stretch. Andy Pages has also been swinging a hot bat, going 10/32 with two homers in his last eight games.</p><h3>Blue Jays Records & Stats</h3><p>Toronto will be looking to snap a five-game losing streak today, as they take on the Dodgers. Currently, they are 5th in the AL East, five games behind the Orioles for the division lead. So far, they are 5-5 in the division.</p>

<p>The Blue Jays have an overall record of 13-15, and they are 6-5 at home compared to 7-10 on the road. As the favorite, the Blue Jays are 10-6 this season, and they are 3-9 as the underdog. So far, their overall series record is 4-3-1.</p><p>Despite their losing record, the Blue Jays have been a solid bet against the run line this season, going 13-15. They have been particularly good at covering the run line at home, going 5-6. Their average run differential is -0.9, and they have been outscored by an average of 0.8 runs per game on the road and 1.1 runs per game at home.</p><p>The Toronto Blue Jays have had a combined run average of 8.1 runs per game this season. Their over/under record is 11-16, and their average over/under line is 8 runs. When the over/under line is set at 8.5 runs, they have gone under 7 times and over twice. Overall, their games have averaged 8 runs per game.</p><p>Kevin Gausman will be making his 4th start of the season for the Blue Jays and will be looking to pick up his first win of the year. He has gone 0-2 in his first 3 starts, with his most recent outing being a loss to the Royals. Gausman has gone 6 2/3 innings in each of his last 2 starts and has 12 strikeouts on the year.</p><p>So far this season, the Blue Jays are averaging just 3.6 runs per game, which is 27th in the league. They are also near the bottom of the league in terms of batting average, on-base percentage, and slugging percentage. As a team, they are batting just .224 and have an OPS of .667.</p>

<p>One of the few bright spots for the Blue Jays offense has been Daulton Varsho, who is batting .241 for the season and has gone 8/24 in his last eight games, including two homers. Varsho's six home runs are the most on the team, and his 13 RBIs are also the best mark for Toronto. Justin Turner and George Springer have also gone deep a few times this season, but both are hitting below .230.</p>

Los Angeles Dodgers vs Toronto Blue Jays Betting Pick & Prediction 4/28/24

College Basketball

Penn State Nittany Lions vs Drexel Dragons NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 12/21/24

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<p>Monday's matchup between the Braves and Diamondbacks is set to get started at 9:40 PM ET from Chase Field in Phoenix. The Braves are the heavy favorites on the money line, with their odds sitting at -192. The Diamondbacks are +161 underdogs, and the over/under line is currently at 8 runs.</p>

<p>Chris Sale will start for the Braves, and he will be facing off against Yilber Diaz for the Diamondbacks. Atlanta is 49-39 this season, while the Diamondbacks are 45-45. Arizona has won two straight, and they are 3rd in the NL West, while the Braves are 2nd in the NL East.</p><h3>ARIZONA DIAMONDBACKS VS ATLANTA BRAVES BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Arizona Diamondbacks Moneyline +161</p><p>This game will be played at Chase Field at 9:40 ET on Monday, July 8th.</p><h3>HOW TO BET THE BRAVES VS DIAMONDBACKS:</h3><ul><li>We have the Diamondbacks winning by a score of 6 to 4</li><li>If you're looking for a run line pick, we also like the Diamondbacks to cover</li><li>As for an over/under pick, we have this game finishing with 10 runs and like the over</li></ul><h3>Braves Records & Stats</h3><p>The Braves's offense was hot right out of the gates in their most recent game vs. the Phillies, closing out their series with a 6-0 win. After allowing one run to the Phillies in the top of the first, the Braves responded with five runs of their own. Atlanta went on to add another run in the 2nd inning.</p>

<p>Reynaldo Lopez put together a good start for the Braves, going six innings and not giving up a run. He also issued just three hits and struck out six Phillies batters. Adam Duvall was hot at the plate, going 3/4 with a homer and a run scored.</p><p>With an overall record of 49-39, the Braves are eight games behind the Phillies for the NL East lead. The Braves were able to take the series vs. the Phillies, winning two of three games. So far, they have gone 14-12 in divisional games.</p>

<p>At home, the Braves have gone 29-17 this season and are just above .500 at 20-22 on the road. They come into today's game having won two straight, and as the favorite, they are 46-33 this year. As for how they have done as the road favorite, the Braves are 17-16. So far, their overall series record is 17-11-2.</p><p>When the Braves are on the road, they are a .500 team against the run line. They have a 21-21 record against the run line in road games, but they have failed to cover in their last two road games. They are 5-4 against the run line as an underdog this season.</p>The Atlanta Braves are on the road today against the Arizona Diamondbacks, with an over/under line of 8 runs. The combined run average in Braves games this season is 7.9, and their over/under record is 30-54. The average over/under line in their games is 9 runs, and their record when the line is set at 8 runs is 4-6-1. In 65.9% of their games, the over/under line has been set higher than 8 runs, while in 21.6% of their games, it has been set lower. The under has hit in their last two games.<p>Chris Sale has been dominant this season, coming into the game with a record of 11-3 and an ERA of 2.71. He has made 16 starts and 10 of them have been quality starts. Sale's ERA at home is 3.40, compared to 2.65 on the road. So far, he has allowed a total of seven home runs. In his last outing, Sale went six innings, giving up just one earned run and picking up the win. Before that, he had given up at least one homer in three straight outings. Sale's WHIP for the season is an impressive .91.</p><p>Marcell Ozuna has been one of the league's top power hitters this season, as his 23 home runs are 4th best in the league and lead the Braves. Ozuna is also 3rd in the MLB with 72 RBIs. He is batting .295 for the season and has two homers in his past five games. Ozzie Albies has also been swinging a hot bat of late, going 8/19 in his last five games.</p>

<p>Overall, the Braves are averaging 4.3 runs per game, which is 16th in the league. They are also 11th in team batting average and have the league's 11th best home run total. As a team, they are batting .243 and have an on-base percentage of .307.</p><h3>Diamondbacks Records & Stats</h3><p>The Diamondbacks's offense was hot right out of the gates in their most recent game vs. the Padres, closing out their series with a 9-1 win. After allowing one run to the Padres in the bottom of the first, the Diamondbacks responded with a run of their own and added another four runs in the 1st inning. Arizona went on to score a total of nine runs on 12 hits and added another five runs in the 7th inning.</p>

<p>Ryne Nelson put together a good start for the Diamondbacks, going 6 2/3 innings, and giving up just one earned run, and picking up the win. Arizona's offense was carried by Eugenio Suarez, who went 3/4 with a homer and five RBIs.</p><p>Arizona is currently at .500 on the season at 45-45, and they trail the Dodgers by 9.5 games in the NL West. The Diamondbacks are 3rd in the division and picked up a game on the Padres in their series, where they took two of three games. At home, the Diamondbacks are 22-21 this year and 23-24 on the road.</p>

<p>The Diamondbacks have won two straight games, and this season, they are 22-18 as the favorite compared to 23-27 as the underdog. Arizona has won three straight series, and their overall series record is 13-13-3. At home, they are 4-9 as the underdog this season.</p><p>Arizona has been a .500 team against the run line this season, going 45-45. They have been slightly better on the road, going 26-21 against the run line compared to 19-24 at home. They have been a better bet as an underdog, going 29-21 against the run line compared to 16-24 as a favorite. Their average run margin in winning games is +4.4, but in losses, it is -4.2.</p><p>Arizona's high-scoring games have been a trend this season, as their combined run average is 9.8 runs per game. Their over/under record is 47-41, and their average over/under line is 9 runs. When the over/under line is set at 8 runs, they have gone over in 7 of 10 games. Overall, 73.3% of their games this season have had higher over/under lines than 8 runs, and their current over streak is at 6 games.</p><p>Yilber Diaz takes the mound for the Diamondbacks in today's game versus the Braves. It's his opportunity to start the season on the right foot, as this will be his first outing of the year.</p><p>Christian Walker has been on a tear for the Diamondbacks, hitting five home runs in his last eight games while going 16/34 (.471) with 13 RBIs. For the season, he is 7th in the MLB with 64 RBIs and is 5th in the league with 22 homers. Ketel Marte is also having a strong season, batting .284 with 17 homers and 51 RBIs.</p>

<p>As a team, the Diamondbacks are 6th in the league in runs per game, averaging 4.9 runs per contest. They have been even better on the road, averaging 5 runs per game. Overall, they are 5th in batting average and have the 4th best on-base percentage in the league.</p>

Atlanta Braves vs Arizona Diamondbacks Betting Pick & Prediction 7/8/24

<p>On Sunday, December 22nd, the Buccaneers and Cowboys will face off at 8:20 ET on NBC. The Buccaneers are the road favorite with a point spread of -4. The Cowboys are the underdog with +172 odds on the money line. The over/under line is set at 49.5 points. The Cowboys need to add their record, and the Buccaneers need to add their record.</p><h3>TAMPA BAY BUCCANEERS VS DALLAS COWBOYS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Dallas Cowboys +4</p><p>This game will be played at AT&T Stadium at 8:20 ET on Sunday, December 22nd.</p><h3>WHY BET THE DALLAS COWBOYS:</h3><ul><li>We have the Buccaneers winning this one by a score of 23 to 21</li><li>Even though we like the Buccaneers to win, our ATS pick is to take the Cowboys at +4</li><li>We see this game finishing below the line of 49.5 points</li></ul><h3>Will The Buccaneers Win As Road Favorites?</h3><p>The Buccaneers have won four straight games, bringing their record to 8-6 and putting them in first place in the NFC South. After a week 10 loss to the 49ers, Tampa Bay bounced back with wins over the Giants, Panthers, Raiders, and Chargers. In week 15, they defeated Los Angeles 40-17, covering the spread as 3-point underdogs. The O/U line was 46, and the teams combined for 57 points.</p> <p>Heading into week 16, the Bucs have a +5.5 scoring margin and are 9-5 against the spread. Their O/U record is also 9-5, with their games averaging 52.1 points per game. Tampa Bay is 8th in our power rankings and has a 79.7% chance of winning the division and an 81.8% chance of making the playoffs.</p><p>Heading into week 16, the Buccaneers rank 8th in our offensive power rankings. They are 4th in the NFL in points per game (28.8) and lead the league in 1st-quarter scoring. Tampa Bay is 3rd in the NFL in yards per game (388.4) and 4th in passing yards (244) and rushing yards (144.4) per game. They rank 3rd in 3rd-down conversion percentage but are 28th in red zone conversion percentage, despite being 4th in red zone attempts.</p> <p>Baker Mayfield is coming off a strong week 15 performance, throwing for 288 yards and 4 touchdowns with just 1 interception against the Chargers. Mike Evans had 9 catches for 159 yards and 2 touchdowns, while Bucky Irving rushed for 117 yards on 15 carries. Tampa Bay scored 17 points in the 3rd quarter and 10 in the 4th.</p><p>In their 40-17 win over the Chargers, the Buccaneers' defense allowed just 32 rushing yards on 11 attempts. The defense also gave up only 174 passing yards, with two late touchdowns accounting for the 64.7% completion rate against them. Tampa Bay's defense was particularly effective on third downs, allowing the Chargers to convert on 0% of their third down attempts. They also came away with one interception and recorded three sacks.<p></p>The Buccaneers' defense was disruptive up front, winning the quarterback hit battle by +8. Despite giving up 206 total yards, they were able to limit the Chargers' scoring opportunities and put the game out of reach with a strong offensive performance.</p><h3>Are The Cowboys Going Win In At Upset At AT&T Stadium</h3><p>After snapping a two-game losing streak with a 30-14 win over the Panthers in week 15, the Cowboys are now 6-8 on the season. Dallas was a 2.5-point underdog in the game, but they came away with the win and the cover. The O/U line was 42 points, and the teams combined for 44. The over has hit in nine of the Cowboys’ games this season.</p> <p>Heading into week 16, Dallas has a -5.9 scoring margin and ranks 29th in our NFL power rankings. They have a 0.1% chance of making the playoffs. The Cowboys are 3-1 in division games, but their 1-6 home record has been a major issue. On the road, they are 5-2.</p><p>Cooper Rush has been solid for the Cowboys, bouncing back from his week 14 performance with a passer rating of 119 in week 15, throwing for 214 yards and 3 touchdowns without an interception. CeeDee Lamb led the receiving corps with 9 catches for 116 yards and a touchdown, while Rico Dowdle rushed for 149 yards on 25 carries.</p> <p>Dallas ranks 25th in our offensive power rankings, averaging 21.3 points per game, which is 16th in the NFL. They are also 16th in yards per game, with 328.9, and rank 23rd in 3rd-down conversions, with a rate of 36.3%.</p><p>In the Cowboys' most recent game, their defense came away with two interceptions and six sacks, as they held Carolina to just 175 passing yards. Despite giving up one passing touchdown, Dallas came out on top 30-14, limiting the Panthers to 235 total yards. The Cowboys' run defense was also solid, allowing just 60 yards on 16 attempts.<p></p>Dallas' defense was tough on third downs, allowing the Panthers to convert just 27.3% of their third down attempts. They also pressured the quarterback consistently, coming out ahead in the QB hit and tackles for loss differentials.</p>

<p>Don't miss out on the NCAA showdown between the Mavericks and Flames. The game is starting at 2:00 ET on ESPN+, and it's hosted by the Flames at Liberty Arena in Lynchburg, VA. Get ready to place your bets! This non-conference matchup has an over/under of 143.5 points, and Liberty is favored by -9.5 vs. UT Arlington.</p><h3>UT ARLINGTON MAVERICKS VS LIBERTY FLAMES BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Liberty Flames -9.5</p><p>This game will be played at Liberty Arena at 2:00 ET on Saturday, December 21st.</p><h3>WHY BET THE LIBERTY FLAMES:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 81-67 in favor of the Flames.</li><li>Not only will Liberty pick up the win, but look for them to cover at -9.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 143.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 148 points.</li></ul><h3>Can the Mavericks Offense Score Enough on the Road?</h3><p>UT Arlington improved to 4-6 on the season with a dominant 80-54 home win over Evansville on Wednesday. The Mavericks, who were favored by 9.5 points, not only secured the victory but also covered the spread. The game’s total points of 134 fell short of the 150.5 O/U line.</p> <p>UT Arlington took control early, leading 44-24 at halftime. They maintained their advantage in the 2nd half, outscoring Evansville 36-30.</p><p>UT Arlington put up 80 points in their last game, despite shooting just 38.9% from the field. They connected on 11 of 30 three-point attempts, good for 36.7%, and hit 27 of 36 free throws, shooting 75% from the line. Their effective field goal percentage was 48.1%.</p> <p>The Mavericks dominated the offensive glass with 22 rebounds, and Tayshawn Comer led the way with 20 points and 4 assists. Diante Smith added 18 points, hitting 4 of 7 from deep, and Lance Ware contributed 14 points and 13 rebounds.</p><p>Even with UT Arlington's defense holding their opponent to 54 points, the Mavericks couldn't come out on top. They limited the opposition to 38% shooting overall, including 41% from two-point range, where they hit 10 of 24 attempts.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, UT Arlington allowed 11 threes on 30 attempts, a 36% shooting rate. They also sent the other team to the free-throw line 36 times, where they converted 27, shooting 75%. The Mavericks gave up 22 offensive rebounds.</p><h3>Taking a Look at the Flames Chances at Home</h3><h3>Liberty Flames Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Liberty improved to 8-1 on the season with an 83-74 home win over North Carolina A&T on Saturday, December 14th. The Flames were -20 favorites going into the game but didn’t cover the spread.</p> 

<p>Liberty led 39-37 at halftime and outscored the Aggies 44-37 in the second half. The combined points of 157 went over the pre-game O/U line of 142.5.</p><p>Liberty's offense put up 83 points in their last game, shooting 50% from the field and posting an effective field goal percentage of 56.1%. They connected on 58.1% of their two-point attempts and 34.8% from beyond the arc, hitting 8 threes on 23 attempts. At the free-throw line, they went 9-for-15, shooting 60%.</p> <p>Owen Aquino led the way with 28 points and 10 rebounds, shooting 60% from the field and hitting 2 of 3 from three-point range. Ryan Forrest added 21 points, knocking down 4 of 6 from deep. Liberty dished out 21 assists as a team, with Zach Cleveland contributing 7 assists to go along with his 12 points.</p><p>Liberty's defense struggled in their last game, giving up 74 points on 50% shooting from the field. The Flames allowed their opponent to connect on 33 of 66 shots.</p> <p>Inside the arc, Liberty's defense gave up 25 buckets on 43 attempts, a 58% success rate. From three-point range, their opponent hit 8 of 23 shots, shooting 34%. Liberty also sent their opponent to the free-throw line 15 times, where they made 9 of their attempts.</p>

UT Arlington Mavericks vs Liberty Flames NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 12/21/24

<p>At 8:30 ET, the 9-18 Portland Trail Blazers will be in San Antonio to take on the 14-13 Spurs. The Blazers are 13th in the Western Conference, while the Spurs are 11th. San Antonio is favored by 6.5 points, and the over/under line is set at 227.5.</p>

<p>This Western Conference matchup will be played at the Frost Bank Center in San Antonio. The game can be seen on KATU.</p><h3>PORTLAND TRAIL BLAZERS VS SAN ANTONIO SPURS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Portland Trail Blazers +6.5</p><p>This game will be played at Frost Bank Center at 8:30 ET on Saturday, December 21st.</p><h3>WHY BET THE PORTLAND TRAIL BLAZERS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 160-153 in favor of the Trail Blazers.</li><li>Our projections have Anfernee Simons finishing with 20 points, 3 rebounds and 5 assists.</li><li>From the field, we have the Trail Blazers finishing with a field goal percentage of 45.5% and knocking down 15 threes.</li></ul><h3>Can the Trail Blazers Lock in a Win at San Antonio?</h3><p>The Trail Blazers improved to 9-18 on the season with a 126-124 win over the Nuggets on Thursday. Portland, who were +8.5 point underdogs, not only won but also covered the spread. The total points for the game were 250, exceeding the over/under line of 234.5 by 15.5 points.</p> <p>Portland turned things around after a 10-0 run by Denver, which extended the score from 66-59 to 76-59. The Blazers responded by outscoring the Nuggets 38-21 in the 3rd quarter, taking a 104-87 lead into the 4th. Denver made a push in the final quarter, outscoring Portland 37-22, but the Blazers held on for the win.</p><p>Anfernee Simons led the way with 28 points and 10 assists, shooting 55% from the field and hitting 4 threes in the Trail Blazers' win over the Nuggets. Shaedon Sharpe added 27 points, including 12 in the 4th quarter, while Deni Avdija contributed 19 points, knocking down 3 threes at a 50% clip.</p> <p>Portland connected on 16 threes as a team, shooting 34.8% from beyond the arc and 46.4% overall. Jerami Grant scored 10 of his 13 points in the opening quarter.</p><p>Despite a rough defensive outing, the Trail Blazers managed to secure a win over the Nuggets, even after allowing 124 points. Portland gave up 35 points in the 1st quarter and 37 in the 4th, but they tightened up in the 3rd, holding Denver to 21 points.</p> <p>Portland's defense allowed the Nuggets to shoot 54% from the field and 44% from three, with Denver hitting 15 threes. The Blazers sent the Nuggets to the line 21 times, where they made 15 free throws. Portland finished with 30 defensive rebounds, gave up 8 offensive boards, and recorded 7 steals and 7 blocks.</p><h3>Will the Spurs Pull Through as the Favored Home Team?</h3><p>San Antonio moved to 14-13 on the season with a 133-126 win over the Hawks on Thursday. The Spurs were favored by one point and covered the spread, while the game’s total of 259 points went well over the 233.5-point line.</p> <p>After a 13-0 run by the Hawks, the Spurs responded by outscoring Atlanta 30-21 in the 3rd quarter. San Antonio entered the 4th quarter with a 90-87 lead and held on, despite being outscored 33-30 in the final period.</p><p>Victor Wembanyama's 42-point performance, including 7 threes at 46.7%, led the Spurs to a win over the Hawks. Devin Vassell added 23 points, hitting 5 threes at 71.4%, while Jeremy Sochan contributed 20 points. San Antonio connected on 19 threes, shooting 45.2% from deep and 48.5% overall.</p> <p>Wembanyama scored 14 points in the 1st quarter and added 10 points in both the 2nd and 4th quarters, with 8 more in OT. Chris Paul also came up big in the 4th, scoring 7 of his 12 points, and added 3 more in overtime.</p><p>Defensively, the Spurs struggled in the 2nd quarter, giving up 37 points, but they tightened up in the 3rd, allowing just 21 points. Overall, they allowed 126 points on 47% shooting from the Hawks.</p> <p>San Antonio had trouble defending the three, as Atlanta hit 16 threes at a 42% clip. The Spurs sent the Hawks to the line 21 times, where they made 18 free throws. The Spurs finished with 15 steals and 8 blocks.</p>

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<p>Betting on today's Cougars and Panthers game? Catch the action at Orleans Arena in Las Vegas, NV, as the Panthers hosts this showdown at 4:00 ET on FloH. In this non-conference matchup, Washington State is favored by -3.5 against Northern Iowa. The over/under for the game is 149 points.</p><h3>WASHINGTON STATE COUGARS VS NORTHERN IOWA PANTHERS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Northern Iowa Panthers +3.5</p><p>This game will be played at Orleans Arena at 4:00 ET on Saturday, December 21st.</p><h3>WHY BET THE NORTHERN IOWA PANTHERS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 77-69 in favor of the Panthers.</li><li>Not only will Northern Iowa pick up the win, but look for them to cover at +3.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 149 points, and we like the under with a projected 146 points.</li></ul><h3>Can Washington State Pull Off A Win at Orleans Arena?</h3><h3>Washington State Cougars Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Washington State dropped to 9-3 on the season following an 89-73 loss to Washington on Wednesday. The Cougars entered the game as +2.5 point underdogs and failed to cover the spread. The total points for the game were 162, exceeding the pre-game O/U line of 149.5.</p> 

<p>After trailing 35-31 at halftime, the Cougars allowed 54 points in the 2nd half while scoring 42 of their own.</p><p>In their last game, Washington State put up 73 points, shooting 43.1% from the field and 30% from beyond the arc. Their effective field goal percentage was 48.3%, and they hit 81% of their free throws, going 17-for-21 from the line. The Cougars also grabbed 15 offensive rebounds and dished out 12 assists.</p> <p>DJ Davis and Nate Calmese led the scoring with 21 points each, with Davis hitting 3-of-7 from deep. Ethan Price added 16 points, while Mekhi Mason and LeJuan Watts contributed 15 points apiece. Great Osobor was efficient, shooting 60% from the field, and Tyree Ihenacho was perfect, going 4-for-4 from the floor.</p><p>Washington State's defense struggled in their last game, giving up 89 points on 50% shooting from the field. The Cougars allowed their opponent to hit 51% of their two-point attempts, going 21/41 inside the arc.</p> <p>From three-point range, Washington State's defense allowed 10 threes on 21 attempts, a 47% shooting performance. They also sent their opponent to the free-throw line 26 times, where they converted 17, shooting 65%.</p><h3>Do the Panthers Have a Shot at a Home Win?</h3><p>Northern Iowa improved to 6-4 on the season with a dominant 104-76 win over Montana on Monday. The Panthers were -10.5 favorites heading into the game and covered the spread comfortably. The total points for the game reached 180, surpassing the O/U line of 146.</p> <p>Leading 48-34 at halftime, Northern Iowa continued to pour it on in the second half, outscoring the Grizzlies 56-42. The Panthers' offense was firing on all cylinders, as they put up over 100 points for the first time this season.</p><p>Northern Iowa's offense was unstoppable in their last game, putting up 104 points with a field goal percentage of 69% (40/58). Their effective field goal percentage was an impressive 79.3%, thanks to 74.4% shooting on two-pointers (29/39) and 57.9% from beyond the arc (11/19).</p> <p>Leon Bond III led the way with 37 points, hitting 4 of 5 threes and shooting 80% overall (12/15). Jacob Hutson added 24 points, shooting 73.3% from the field (11/15), while Kai Johnson contributed 18 points in just 20 minutes, hitting 75% of his shots (6/8).</p><p>Even with Northern Iowa giving up 76 points, their offense couldn't capitalize on the Panthers' defensive struggles. Northern Iowa allowed their opponent to shoot 69% from the field, including 74% on two-point attempts.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Northern Iowa's defense gave up 11 threes on 19 attempts, a 57% shooting performance. They also sent their opponent to the line 18 times, where they hit 13 free throws.</p>

Washington State Cougars vs Northern Iowa Panthers NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 12/21/24

<p>ESPN2 is covering the week four matchup between the Kansas Jayhawks and West Virginia Mountaineers, set to kick off at 12:00 ET from Milan Puskar Stadium in Morgantown. Both teams are 1-2 on the season, and the Mountaineers are the -2.5 point favorites at home. The over/under line is currently at 57.5 points.</p><h3>KANSAS JAYHAWKS VS WEST VIRGINIA MOUNTAINEERS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Kansas Jayhawks +2.5</p><p>This game will be played at Milan Puskar Stadium at 12:00 ET on Saturday, September 21st.</p><h3>WHY BET THE KANSAS JAYHAWKS:</h3><ul><li>We have the Kansas Jayhawks winning this one by a score of 29 to 26</li><li>Not only do we have the Kansas Jayhawks winning straight-up, we have them covering the spread at +2.5</li><li>We see this game finishing below the line of 57.5 points</li></ul><h3>Will The Kansas Jayhawks Pick Up A Win On The Road?</h3><p>Kansas is now 1-2 after losing 23-20 to UNLV in a game where they were -9.5 point favorites. The Jayhawks not only failed to cover the spread, but they also lost straight-up. The over/under line was set at 57.5 points, but the combined score was 43 points, resulting in an under.</p><p></p><p>After leading 7-3 at the end of the first quarter, Kansas saw UNLV tie the game at 10-10 by halftime. The Jayhawks added a field goal in the third quarter but managed only 3 points in the fourth quarter, leading to their defeat.</p><p>In their 23-20 loss to UNLV, Kansas' offense put up 352 total yards, with 199 yards coming on the ground. The Jayhawks picked up 17 first downs, but their passing game was limited to 153 yards, with 12 completions on 24 attempts. Jalon Daniels, who threw for 153 yards, ended the game with a passer rating of 35.59 and two interceptions.</p> 
<p>On the ground, Devin Neal led the way with 120 yards on 23 carries, averaging 5.2 yards per attempt. Lawrence Arnold was the top receiver, with four catches for 58 yards.</p><p>After giving up 182 rushing yards and a touchdown to UNLV, Kansas will be looking for a better defensive effort. The Jayhawks allowed 268 total yards and 23 points in the game. Through the air, they were more successful, limiting UNLV to just 86 passing yards on 7 completions.</p><h3>Will The West Virginia Mountaineers Win At Home Over The Kansas Jayhawks?</h3><p>West Virginia is now 1-2 on the season after a 38-34 road loss to Pittsburgh. The Mountaineers were -1.5 point favorites but ended up losing by four points. The game’s total score of 72 points surpassed the over/under line of 62 points.</p> <p></p><p>West Virginia fell behind 10-7 in the first quarter but managed to tie the game at 17-17 by halftime. After both teams scored in the third quarter, the game was tied at 24-24 heading into the fourth. West Virginia was outscored 14-10 in the final quarter, leading to their defeat.</p><p>West Virginia's offense put up 398 yards in their 38-34 loss to Pittsburgh, with 188 yards coming on the ground. The Mountaineers picked up 22 first downs and scored two touchdowns through the air and on the ground. Their passing game, however, was inconsistent, with Garrett Greene completing just 53.3% of his passes for 210 yards, two touchdowns, and two interceptions.</p><p></p><p>CJ Donaldson Jr. was the leading rusher for West Virginia, picking up 79 yards on 19 carries and scoring one of the team's two rushing touchdowns. Jaden Bray was the top receiver, with one catch for 44 yards.</p><p>West Virginia's defense will be looking to tighten up after giving up 301 passing yards and three touchdowns to Pittsburgh in their most recent matchup. The Mountaineers allowed 24 first downs and 381 total yards, with their run defense being a bright spot, holding Pittsburgh to just 80 rushing yards on 28 attempts.</p>

Kansas Jayhawks vs West Virginia Mountaineers Betting Pick & Prediction 9/21/24

<p>Don't miss out on the NCAA showdown between the Wildcats and Bluejays. The game is starting at 4:00 ET on FS1, and it's hosted by the Bluejays at CHI Health Center Omaha in Omaha, NE. Get ready to place your bets! The odds for this Big East conference game currently have Creighton as the -4.5 point favorite with the over/under line sitting at 145 points.</p><h3>VILLANOVA WILDCATS VS CREIGHTON BLUEJAYS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Creighton Bluejays -4.5</p><p>This game will be played at CHI Health Center Omaha at 4:00 ET on Saturday, December 21st.</p><h3>WHY BET THE CREIGHTON BLUEJAYS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 77-69 in favor of the Bluejays.</li><li>Not only will Creighton pick up the win, but look for them to cover at -4.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 145 points, and we like the over with a projected 146 points.</li></ul><h3>Will the Wildcats Make it Happen on the Road?</h3><p>Villanova improved to 8-4 on the season with a 79-67 win over Seton Hall on Tuesday. The Wildcats were -8 point favorites at home and covered the spread. The total points for the game reached 146, surpassing the O/U line of 125.5.</p> <p>Villanova led 37-29 at halftime and scored 42 points in the 2nd half while allowing 38. They’ll look to build on this win as they move forward in the season.</p><p>Villanova put up 79 points in their last game, shooting 55.3% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 63.8%. They hit 65.4% of their two-pointers and 42.9% from beyond the arc, connecting on 9 of 21 attempts. At the free-throw line, they were 18 of 22, good for 81.8%.</p> <p>The Wildcats dished out 17 assists, but managed just 3 offensive rebounds. Eric Dixon led with 25 points, while Isaiah Coleman added 22. Tyler Perkins was efficient, hitting 5 of 6 threes and finishing with 17 points.</p><p>Villanova's defense struggled in their last game, giving up 67 points while allowing the opposing team to shoot 55% from the field. The Wildcats had a tough time defending inside, as the other team connected on 65% of their two-point attempts, going 17/26.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Villanova's opponents shot 42%, making 9 of their 21 three-point attempts. The Wildcats also sent the other team to the free-throw line 22 times, where they converted 18 of those attempts for 81%. Villanova did well on the boards, limiting the other team to just 3 offensive rebounds.</p><h3>Will the Bluejays Come Through as Home Favorites?</h3><p>Creighton’s season record dropped to 7-5 after a tough 81-57 loss to Georgetown on Wednesday. The Bluejays, who were -4.5 favorites, not only lost but also failed to cover the spread. The total points for the game were 138, falling short of the 145.5 O/U line.</p> <p>Creighton trailed 34-28 at halftime but struggled in the 2nd half, scoring just 29 points while allowing 47. The Bluejays will need to regroup after this disappointing performance.</p><p>Creighton's offense struggled in their last game, scoring just 57 points with a field goal percentage of 39.6%. They hit 12 threes at a 36.4% rate, contributing to an effective field goal percentage of 50.9%. Their free-throw shooting was a major issue, as they connected on just 3 of 9 attempts (33.3%).</p> <p>Jayden Epps and Steven Ashworth both hit 5 threes, with Epps shooting 83.3% from deep and Ashworth hitting 41.7%. Epps finished with 21 points on 58.3% shooting overall, while Ashworth also added 21 points. Micah Peavy contributed 20 points and 8 assists, shooting 56.2% from the field.</p><p>Creighton's defense struggled, giving up 81 points on 55% shooting from the field. They allowed 33 made baskets on 60 attempts.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, they gave up 10 threes on 16 attempts, a 62% shooting percentage. They also sent the opposing team to the line 7 times, where they made 5 free throws.</p>

Villanova Wildcats vs Creighton Bluejays NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 12/21/24

<p>Don't miss out on the NCAA showdown between the Ospreys and Gators. The game is starting at 12:00 ET on SECN, and it's hosted by the Gators at Exactech Arena in Gainesville, FL. Get ready to place your bets! The odds for this non-conference game currently have Florida as the -24.5 favorite, with the over/under line sitting at 170.5 points.</p><h3>NORTH FLORIDA OSPREYS VS FLORIDA GATORS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: North Florida Ospreys +24.5</p><p>This game will be played at Exactech Arena at 12:00 ET on Saturday, December 21st.</p><h3>WHY BET THE NORTH FLORIDA OSPREYS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 74-73 in favor of the Gators.</li><li>Even though we have Florida winning straight-up, we like North Florida at +24.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 170.5 points, and we like the under with a projected 147 points.</li></ul><h3>Do the Ospreys Have What it Takes on the Road?</h3><p>North Florida fell to 5-5 on the season after a 95-81 road loss to UNC Asheville on Tuesday. Entering the game as +3 underdogs, the Ospreys not only lost but also failed to cover the spread. The game’s total points reached 176, surpassing the O/U line of 162.</p> <p>North Florida trailed 43-30 at halftime but put up 51 points in the 2nd half. However, their defense allowed 52 points in the same period, preventing them from mounting a comeback.</p><p>North Florida put up 81 points in their last game, shooting 41.3% from the field. They connected on 30% of their 40 three-point attempts, with an effective field goal percentage of 50.8%. At the free-throw line, they hit 77.3%, going 17-for-22.</p> <p>The Ospreys had 17 assists and 11 offensive rebounds, with Toyaz Solomon leading the way with 24 points and 9 rebounds, shooting 69.2% from the field. Jordan Marsh added 19 points and 7 assists, hitting 3 of 5 from beyond the arc.</p><p>North Florida's defense struggled in their last game, giving up 95 points while allowing the opposing team to shoot 56% from the field. The Ospreys couldn't contain their opponents inside, as they shot 63% on two-point attempts, going 24/38.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, North Florida allowed 9 threes on 20 attempts, a 45% shooting performance. They also sent the other team to the free-throw line 29 times, where they converted 20 of those attempts, shooting 69%. The Ospreys gave up 12 offensive rebounds as well.</p><h3>Does Florida Have What it Takes to Win as Home Favorites?</h3><p>Florida improved to 11-0 this season with a 90-84 win over North Carolina on Tuesday. The Gators, who were -3.5 point favorites, covered the spread in the victory.</p> <p>Florida led 46-34 at halftime but allowed 50 points in the second half while scoring 44. The total points for the game reached 174, surpassing the over/under line of 167.5.</p><p>The Gators put up 90 points in their last game, shooting 46.2% from the field and posting an effective field goal percentage of 55.4%. They hit 57.6% of their two-point attempts, while connecting on 34.4% from beyond the arc, making 11 threes. At the free-throw line, they shot 70.4%, going 19-for-27.</p> <p>RJ Davis led the way with 29 points and 8 rebounds, shooting 52.6% overall, though he struggled from three, hitting just 3 of 11 attempts. Will Richard was efficient, scoring 22 points on 8-of-10 shooting, including 3-of-5 from deep.</p><p>Even with Florida's defense giving up 84 points, they managed to hold their opponent to just 5 made threes on 28 attempts, a 17% shooting performance from beyond the arc. However, the Gators struggled to contain the inside game, allowing 28 two-point baskets on 44 attempts, a 63% conversion rate.</p> <p>Florida sent their opponent to the free-throw line 19 times, where they connected on 13 free throws, shooting 68%. The Gators also gave up 13 offensive rebounds, contributing to their defensive woes in this one.</p>

North Florida Ospreys vs Florida Gators NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 12/21/24

<p>We have an 11-game slate in the NHL scheduled for Saturday, February 25, and here you can check out the best Ducks vs. Hurricanes betting pick and odds.</p>



<p>Carolina will be playing the second game of a back-to-back set when they welcome Anaheim at PNC Arena. The Hurricanes are massive -445 moneyline favorites on <a href="https://www.bangthebook.com/sportsbooks/bookmaker/">BookMaker Sportsbook</a>, while the total is set at 6.5 goals. These inter-conference rivals will meet for the second time this year; the Ducks won 4-3 in overtime in Anaheim.</p>



<p><strong>Ducks snapped a losing streak in D.C.</strong></p>



<p>The Anaheim Ducks (18-34-4-3, 26-33 ATS) managed to snap a six-game losing skid with a 4-2 road victory over the Washington Capitals. The Ducks opened a four-game road trip with a pair of defeats to the Florida Panthers and Tampa Bay Lightning, but they did beat the Capitals and now will conclude their road trip with this game against Carolina on Saturday. Even with this victory, Anaheim remained at the bottom of the Western Conference with 43 points.</p>



<p>The Ducks came back from 1-0 and 2-1 deficits to win 4-2 in the nation’s capital. Four different players scored for Anaheim, but Jakob Silfverberg and Derek Grant netted in the final period to help their team to get a W. John Gibson was excellent at the goal as he registered 41 saves. So far this year, Trevor Zegras leads the Ducks in points with 48 (G 19, A 29), while Troy Terry has 43 (G 14, A 29).</p>



<p>John Gibson (11-23-6) is expected to take his place in the cage against Carolina on Saturday. The 29-year-old is conceding 4.01 goals per game this year with a .900 SV% and one shutout.</p>



<p>C Adam Henrique (lower body), G Anthony Stolarz (lower body), RW Troy Terry (upper body), D Urho Vaakanainen (lower body), and D Jamie Drysdale (shoulder) are out indefinitely. D John Klingberg (lower body) is questionable to play on Saturday in Carolina.</p>



<p><strong>Hurricanes beat the Blues at home</strong></p>



<p>The Carolina Hurricanes (38-10-6-2, 25-31 ATS) are in excellent form recently; they won 11 of the previous 12 games and are now on a four-game winning streak. The Hurricanes opened their five-game home stand with three victories over the Montreal Canadiens, Washington Capitals, and St. Louis Blues, allowing just four and scoring 14 goals in return. Carolina remains 2nd in the Eastern Conference with 84 points, nine behind the Boston Bruins.</p>



<p>Andrei Svechnikov scored a couple of goals and ended the tilt with three points as the Canes defeated the Blues 4-1. Seth Jarvis also had three points, while Sebastian Aho and Brent Burns contributed two points each. Frederik Andersen was rock-solid at the goal with 35 stops. When it comes to points this season, Martin Necas is Carolina’s top producer with 51 points (G 22, A 29), followed by Sebastian Aho with 50 (G 25, A 25) and Andrei Svechnikov with 49 points (G 21, A 28).</p>



<p>Frederik Andersen (14-4-0) is going to return to the goal against the Ducks on Saturday. The 33-year-old is allowing 2.44 goals per contest this season with a .908 SV% and no shutouts.</p>



<p>LW Max Pacioretty (Achilles) and RW Ondrej Kase (concussion) are out indefinitely and will not feature on Saturday against the Ducks.</p>



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



<p><strong>Anaheim:</strong></p>



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<li>2-9 in the last 11 in the fourth game of a 4-in-6 situation</li>



<li>9-27 in the last 36 vs. Eastern Conference rivals</li>
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<p><strong>Carolina:</strong></p>



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<li>7-2 in the last nine Saturday games</li>



<li>39-15 in the last 54 vs. Pacific Division opponents</li>



<li>45-16 in the last 61 home games</li>
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<p><strong>Anaheim Ducks vs. Carolina Hurricanes Pick</strong></p>



<p>Even though the Canes will be playing the second game of a back-to-back set after they face Ottawa on Friday, I am pretty sure they will have no problems beating the Ducks on Saturday. Carolina owes Anaheim one for losing in California earlier this season, so I am backing the hosts to get a comfortable victory. The Hurricanes have a top-10 offense that averages 3.38 goals per game opposite the Ducks’ 2.47 gpg, which is the second least efficient offense in the NHL. Also, Anaheim has the weakest defense in the league that allows 4.15 goals per contest, while Carolina has the fourth-best D that surrenders 2.59 gpg.</p>



<p><strong>Pick:</strong> Take the Hurricanes at -1.5 Puck Line (-120)</p>



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



<p>Carolina scored at least four goals in nine of the last 12 games and considering the Ducks’ porous defense, I am backing the hosts to score 4+ here without trouble. Anaheim did score 3+ in six of the previous eight, so the visitors should contribute enough for the Over bet. Over is 15-5-1 in the Ducks’ last 21 overall; Over is 11-4-1 in Anaheim’s previous 16 road games, while Over is 5-0 in the Hurricanes’ last five vs. a team with a winning % below .400.</p>



<p><strong>Pick:</strong> Go Over 6.5 goals (-110)</p>

Anaheim Ducks vs. Carolina Hurricanes Odds, Pick, Prediction 2/25/23

<p>Both Washington State and Washington are 2-0 coming into this week three non-conference matchup, set to kick off at 3:30 ET from Lumen Field in Seattle. The game is being played on a neutral site, and the Huskies are technically the home team. The point spread currently sits at -4.5 in favor of the Huskies, with the over/under line at 55.5 points. PEAC is handling the television broadcast for this one.</p><h3>WASHINGTON STATE COUGARS VS WASHINGTON HUSKIES BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Washington State Cougars +4.5</p><p>This game will be played at Lumen Field at 3:30 ET on Saturday, September 14th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE WASHINGTON STATE COUGARS:</h3><ul><li>We have the Washington Huskies winning this one by a score of 26 to 22</li><li>Even though we like the Washington Huskies to win, our ATS pick is to take the Washington State Cougars at +4.5</li><li>We see this game finishing below the line of 55.5 points</li></ul><h3>Are The Washington State Cougars A Candidate To Pull Off An Upset?</h3><p>Washington State is now 2-0 after their 37-16 win over Texas Tech. The Cougars, who were +2.5 point underdogs, not only won the game but also covered the spread. This was an impressive win for Washington State, as they defeated a higher-ranked opponent. The over/under line for the game was 65.5 points, but the final combined score was 53 points, resulting in the under hitting.</p> <p></p><p>Washington State led 7-3 after the first quarter and extended their lead to 27-10 by halftime. The Cougars added another touchdown in the third quarter and held Texas Tech to just 3 points in the fourth quarter.</p><p>Washington State's offense was powered by a strong ground game in their 37-16 win over Texas Tech. The Cougars rushed for 301 yards and four touchdowns, with John Mateer leading the way. Mateer, who also played quarterback, ran for 197 yards and a score, averaging 9.4 yards per carry. He added 115 passing yards on 9 completions out of 19 attempts, with one touchdown and one interception.</p><p></p><p>Overall, the Cougars finished with 416 total yards, with 115 yards coming through the air. Josh Meredith was the top receiver, catching two passes for 54 yards.</p><p>Washington State's defense will need to tighten up after allowing 491 total yards in their last game. They gave up 343 passing yards on 35 completions and 60 attempts, but managed to come away with two interceptions. Against the run, the Cougars allowed 148 yards, but they kept Texas Tech out of the end zone on the ground.</p><h3>Can The Washington Huskies Win As The Favorite On A Neutral Field?</h3><p>Washington is now 2-0 after a 30-9 win over Eastern Michigan, but they failed to cover the -25 point spread. The game’s over/under was set at 48.5 points, but the combined score of 39 points fell short, resulting in an under.</p><p></p><p>The Huskies took a 3-0 lead in the first quarter, and after Eastern Michigan added a field goal, Washington’s offense exploded for 21 points in the second quarter, while the defense held Eastern Michigan to just 3 points. Washington added 9 points in the third quarter, and Eastern Michigan scored just 3 points in the fourth quarter.</p><p>Washington's offense was explosive in their 30-9 win, racking up 517 total yards and 23 first downs. The Huskies' ground game was effective, gaining 201 yards on 27 carries, while their passing attack added 316 yards and four touchdowns. Will Rogers completed 80.8% of his passes for 261 yards and four touchdowns, earning a passer rating of 148.08.</p> 
<p>Jonah Coleman led the rushing effort with 104 yards on 11 carries, averaging 9.5 yards per attempt. Jeremiah Hunter was the top receiver, hauling in five catches for 72 yards and a touchdown.</p><p>Washington's defense was effective in their most recent game, limiting Eastern Michigan to just 9 points and 204 total yards. The Huskies were particularly strong against the run, allowing only 75 rushing yards on 37 attempts. In the passing game, Washington gave up 129 yards on 16 completions, with Eastern Michigan attempting 27 passes against them.</p>

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