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<p>Making on a bet on this NCAA game featuring the Redbirds versus the Racers? Tip off is at at 8:00 ET, and you can watch it all unfold on ESPN+. The game will be played at CFSB Center in Murray, KY. The over/under for this game is set at 138.5 points, and Murray State is favored by -5.5 vs. Illinois State in a Missouri Valley conference matchup.</p><h3>ILLINOIS STATE REDBIRDS VS MURRAY STATE RACERS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Murray State Racers -5.5</p><p>This game will be played at CFSB Center at 8:00 ET on Thursday, January 2nd.</p><h3>WHY BET THE MURRAY STATE RACERS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 77-70 in favor of the Racers.</li><li>Not only will Murray State pick up the win, but look for them to cover at -5.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 138.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 147 points.</li></ul><h3>Does Illinois State Have A Chance at CFSB Center?</h3><p>Illinois State dropped to 7-5 on the season after a 73-67 loss to UIC on Sunday. The Redbirds were -4.5 favorites at home but failed to cover the spread. The total points for the game were 140, just under the O/U line of 142.5.</p> <p>Illinois State led 35-33 at halftime but were outscored 40-32 in the second half, leading to the loss. They’ll need to tighten up defensively and find more consistency on offense as they look to bounce back in their next game.</p><p>Illinois State managed just 67 points in their latest game, shooting 39.7% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 44.8%. Their struggles from beyond the arc were evident, hitting only 6 of 26 attempts for a 23.1% success rate, while connecting on 53.1% of their two-point shots.</p> <p>At the free-throw line, the Redbirds converted 15 of 21 attempts, and they grabbed 9 offensive rebounds. Malachi Poindexter led the way with 20 points, despite shooting just 33.3% overall and from three-point range. Sasa Ciani contributed 16 points and 9 rebounds, hitting 60% of his shots.</p><p>Illinois State's defense gave up 73 points while holding the opposing team to 39% shooting from the field. They allowed 17 two-point field goals on 32 attempts, a 53% shooting rate.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, the Redbirds limited their opponent to 6 threes on 26 attempts, a 23% success rate. They also sent the other team to the free-throw line 21 times, where they converted 15 attempts for 71%.</p><h3>Will Murray State Win at Home?</h3><p>Murray State evened their record at 6-6 with a 71-68 home win over Loyola Chicago on Wednesday, December 25th. The Racers were +2.5 point underdogs going into the game and covered the spread with the win. The total points for the game were 139, just over the pre-game O/U line of 137.5.</p> <p>After trailing 36-34 at halftime, Murray State stepped up in the 2nd half, scoring 37 points while holding Loyola Chicago to 32 points.</p><p>Murray State put up 71 points in their last game, shooting 48.8% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 55.8%. They connected on 41.2% of their three-point attempts, going 7-for-17 from beyond the arc, and hit 53.8% of their two-point shots, finishing 14-for-26 inside the arc.</p> <p>The Racers also made 22 of 33 free throws, shooting 66.7% from the line, and grabbed 6 offensive rebounds. Terence Harcum, KyeRon Lindsay, and Miles Rubin each scored 16 points, with Rubin going a perfect 7-for-7 from the field. JaCobi Wood dished out 6 assists, adding 11 points despite shooting just 28.6% overall.</p><p>Despite giving up 68 points, Murray State's defense struggled to contain their opponent, who shot 48% from the field. The Racers allowed 53% shooting on two-point attempts, with the other team converting 14 of 26 shots inside the arc.</p> <p>From beyond the three-point line, Murray State's opponent hit 7 of 17 attempts, good for 41% shooting. The Racers also sent their opponent to the free-throw line 33 times, where they made 22 free throws, shooting 66%. Murray State gave up 6 offensive rebounds in the game.</p>

Illinois State Redbirds vs Murray State Racers NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 1/2/25

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<p>Making on a bet on this NCAA game featuring the Phoenix versus the Aggies? Tip off is at at 7:00 ET, and you can watch it all unfold on FloC. The game will be played at Corbett Sports Center in Greensboro, NC. In this Coastal Athletic Association matchup, Elon is favored bt -6.5 vs. North Carolina A&T. The over/under for the game is 152.5 points.</p><h3>ELON PHOENIX VS NORTH CAROLINA A&T AGGIES BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: North Carolina A&T Aggies +6.5</p><p>This game will be played at Corbett Sports Center at 7:00 ET on Thursday, January 2nd.</p><h3>WHY BET THE NORTH CAROLINA A&T AGGIES:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 76-70 in favor of the Aggies.</li><li>Not only will North Carolina A&T pick up the win, but look for them to cover at +6.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 152.5 points, and we like the under with a projected 146 points.</li></ul><h3>Will the Phoenix Defense Show Up in Greensboro?</h3><h3>Elon Phoenix Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Elon improved to 7-4 on the season with a 73-59 win over Marshall on Saturday, December 28th. The Phoenix were -5 favorites going into the game and covered the spread with the victory.</p> 

<p>Elon led 37-28 at halftime and continued their strong play in the second half, outscoring Marshall 36-31. The total points for the game ended up at 132, falling short of the O/U line of 144.5.</p><p>Elon's offense put up 73 points in their latest game, shooting 40.4% from the field and 33.3% from beyond the arc. Their effective field goal percentage was 47.4%, and they hit 76% of their free throws, going 19-for-25 from the line.</p> <p>Nick Dorn and Mikal Dawson led the way, both playing 38 minutes. Dorn hit 6 threes, shooting 60% from deep and overall, finishing with 29 points. Dawson added 24 points, shooting 55.6% from three and overall, connecting on 5 threes. Sam Sherry contributed 17 points and 13 rebounds, hitting 2 of 3 from three-point range.</p><p>Elon Phoenix held their opponent to 59 points on 40% shooting from the field, as they went 23/57. Inside the arc, the opposition shot 45%, hitting 15 of their 33 two-point attempts.</p> <p>From three-point range, Elon’s defense limited their opponent to 8/24 shooting, or 33%. They also sent the opposition to the free-throw line 25 times, where they converted 19 attempts for 76%.</p><h3>Is A Home Victory Likely for Underdog North Carolina A&T?</h3><p>The Aggies improved to 3-10 on the season with an 85-72 win over North Carolina Central on Saturday. Playing at home, North Carolina A&T entered the game as +1.5 point underdogs but managed to cover the spread with the win.</p> <p>North Carolina A&T led 46-39 at halftime and continued to control the game in the second half, outscoring the Eagles 39-33. The game’s total points of 157 narrowly exceeded the over/under line of 156.5.</p><p>Ryan Forrest led the Aggies with 30 points on 66.7% shooting, including 2-of-4 from deep, in their win. Landon Glasper added 25 points, hitting 5-of-12 from three, while Po'Boigh King contributed 21 points despite shooting just 35% overall and 25% from beyond the arc.</p> <p>North Carolina A&T shot 46.8% from the field and 38.5% from three, with an effective field goal percentage of 54.8%. They also connected on 17-of-24 free throws (70.8%) and grabbed 15 offensive rebounds, finishing with 18 assists as a team.</p><p>North Carolina A&T's defense gave up 72 points while allowing the opposing team to shoot 46% from the field, including 52% on two-point attempts (19/36). They also allowed 10 threes on 26 attempts, a 38% shooting rate.</p> <p>From the free-throw line, their opponents hit 17 of 24 shots, making 70%. The Aggies also conceded 15 offensive rebounds in the game.</p>

Elon Phoenix vs North Carolina A&T Aggies NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 1/2/25

<p>At 7:45 ET, UCF and Florida will face off from Ben Hill Griffin Stadium in Gainesville for this week six non-conference matchup. SECN will be covering the action as UCF comes in with a 3-1 record, while the Gators are 2-2. The over/under is at 61.5 points, and UCF is the slight -2.5 point favorite on the road.</p><h3>UCF KNIGHTS VS FLORIDA GATORS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Florida Gators +2.5</p><p>This game will be played at Ben Hill Griffin Stadium at 7:45 ET on Saturday, October 5th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE FLORIDA GATORS:</h3><ul><li>We have the Florida Gators winning this one by a score of 29 to 25</li><li>Not only do we have the Florida Gators winning straight-up, we have them covering the spread at +2.5</li><li>We see this game finishing below the line of 61.5 points</li></ul><h3>Will The UCF Knights Pick Up A Win On The Road?</h3><p>UCF enters Week 6 against Florida with a 3-1 record and ranks 31st in our CFB power rankings. They have an 88.1% chance of becoming bowl-eligible and a 6.4% shot at winning the Big 12 this season.</p> <p></p><p>The Knights have been favored in two of their four games, going 1-1 as the favorite. Their average scoring margin is +14.8 points, and they are 2-1 against the spread so far.</p> <p></p><p>UCF’s over/under record is 3-0, with their games averaging 64.2 points. This week’s line is 61.5, compared to their average over/under line of 58.8 points.</p><p>UCF’s offense has been dominant on the ground, ranking 2nd in the nation with 326 rushing yards per game. They are 6th in rushing attempts, averaging 52.2 per game, and are converting 50% of their third downs, which ranks 16th nationally. Overall, they are 19th in scoring, with 39.5 points per game, and they are 24th in our offensive power rankings heading into week 6.</p> <p>RJ Harvey leads the rushing attack with 525 yards, averaging 7 yards per carry, and he has scored 8 touchdowns. KJ Jefferson, the Knights’ quarterback, has thrown for 847 yards and 7 touchdowns this season. UCF ranks 89th in passing yards per game. Kobe Hudson has 349 receiving yards and 2 touchdowns.</p><p>UCF's defense is ranked 37th nationally, allowing 24.8 points per game. In their recent game, they gave up 48 points, including 290 passing yards and three touchdowns, though they did manage one interception.</p> <p></p><p>Opponents have averaged 251.5 passing yards per game against UCF, ranking them 128th in the nation. However, UCF's defense has been strong against the run, ranking 12th nationally, allowing just 82.2 rushing yards per game on 25.2 attempts, the 8th fewest in the country.</p><h3>Will The Florida Gators Win At Home Over The UCF Knights?</h3><p>Florida enters Week 6 with a 2-2 record, hosting UCF. The Gators are 0-2 at home but 1-0 on the road. They’ve been favored in just one game this season, and our projections give them a 14.4% chance of reaching bowl eligibility. Florida is ranked 46th in our power rankings.</p> <p></p><p>The Gators’ over/under record stands at 3-0, with their games averaging 59 points. This week’s line is set at 61.5 points, compared to their average line of 52.3 points.</p> <p></p><p>Florida’s ATS record is 1-2, with an average scoring margin of +4.5 points per game. They are 1-0 against the spread as favorites and 0-2 as underdogs, going 1-0 on the road and 0-2 at home.</p><p>Heading into week 6, Florida’s offense ranks 42nd in points per game, averaging 31.8, and they are 40th in our offensive power rankings. Their passing game is 47th in yards, with 278.5 per game, and they rank 46th in completions. However, they are 11th in completion percentage, completing 70.6% of their passes, and they are 75th in third down conversions, converting 36.8%.</p><p></p><p>DJ Lagway leads the Gators with 617 passing yards, four touchdowns, and three interceptions, giving him a passer rating of 109. Montrell Johnson Jr. has rushed for 234 yards and three touchdowns, averaging 4 yards per carry. Elijhah Badger has 305 receiving yards on 14 catches, with one touchdown.</p><p>Florida's defense has struggled this season, allowing 27.2 points per game. In their latest game, a 45-28 win over Mississippi State, they gave up 28 points and 294 total yards. Mississippi State ran the ball 50 times for 150 yards and completed 12 passes for 144 yards.</p> <p></p><p>Opponents have averaged 189 rushing yards per game against Florida, while quarterbacks have posted a 107 passer rating, completing 65.6% of their throws for an average of 236.8 yards per game.</p>

UCF Knights vs Florida Gators Betting Pick & Prediction 10/5/24

College Basketball

UC Davis Aggies vs Bakersfield Roadrunners NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 1/2/25

Green Bay Phoenix vs Wright State Raiders NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 1/2/25

Milwaukee Panthers vs Oakland Golden Grizzlies NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 1/2/25

Robert Morris Colonials vs Detroit Titans NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 1/2/25

Arkansas State Red Wolves vs Old Dominion Monarchs NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 1/2/25

Louisiana-Lafayette Ragin' Cajuns vs Coastal Carolina Chanticleers NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 1/2/25

Troy Trojans vs Appalachian State Mountaineers NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 1/2/25

Texas State Bobcats vs Marshall Thundering Herd NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 1/2/25

Louisiana-Monroe Warhawks vs Georgia Southern Eagles NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 1/2/25

South Alabama Jaguars vs Georgia State Panthers NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 1/2/25

<p>Don't miss out on the NCAA showdown between the Highlanders and Panthers. The game is starting at 7:00 ET on ESPNU, and it's hosted by the Panthers at Nido and Mariana Qubein Arena in High Point, NC. Get ready to place your bets! The over/under for this game is set at 146.5 points, and High Point is favored by -7.5 vs. Radford in a Big South conference matchup.</p><h3>RADFORD HIGHLANDERS VS HIGH POINT PANTHERS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Radford Highlanders +7.5</p><p>This game will be played at Nido and Mariana Qubein Arena at 7:00 ET on Thursday, January 2nd.</p><h3>WHY BET THE RADFORD HIGHLANDERS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 76-70 in favor of the Panthers.</li><li>Even though we have High Point winning straight-up, we like Radford at +7.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 146.5 points, and we like the under with a projected 146 points.</li></ul><h3>Will the Highlanders Exceed Expectations on the Road?</h3><p>Radford dropped to 8-5 on the season after a 74-48 road loss to South Carolina on Sunday. The Highlanders, who were +13.5 point underdogs, failed to cover the spread. The game’s total points of 122 fell short of the 136.5 O/U line.</p> <p>Radford led 36-30 at halftime but managed just 12 points in the 2nd half while allowing 44 points to the Gamecocks.</p><p>Radford struggled offensively in their last game, scoring just 48 points with a 34.5% field goal percentage. Their effective field goal percentage was 36.4%, and they hit only 16.7% from three-point range, making 2 of 12 attempts.</p> <p>Jamarii Thomas led the way with 18 points, shooting 4 of 6 from deep. Collin Murray-Boyles added 15 points and 7 rebounds, while TJ NeSmith contributed 14 points and 5 boards. Nick Pringle was perfect from the field, hitting his only shot and grabbing 8 rebounds.</p><p>Radford's defense gave up 74 points in their last game, with opponents shooting 39% from the field. They allowed 11 two-point baskets on 21 attempts, a 52% shooting rate.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Radford's opponents hit 9 of 30 threes, shooting 30%. They also sent them to the line 27 times, where they converted 25 free throws, a 92% success rate. Radford gave up 11 offensive rebounds.</p><h3>Pressure Builds for High Point as Home Favorites</h3><p>High Point’s season record fell to 10-3 after a 77-74 home loss to Norfolk State on Sunday. Entering the game as -9 favorites, the Panthers not only lost but also failed to cover the spread.</p> <p>High Point trailed 39-34 at halftime but outscored Norfolk State 40-38 in the 2nd half. The game’s total points of 151 exceeded the O/U line of 145.5.</p><p>High Point's offense put up 74 points in their last game, shooting just 34.5% from the field. They struggled inside, hitting only 21.1% of their two-point attempts, but found success from beyond the arc, connecting on 15 of 36 threes for 41.7%.</p> <p>Chase Johnston led the way from deep, hitting 8 threes at a 61.5% clip, while Brian Moore Jr. scored 33 points, shooting 61.9% overall. The Panthers also grabbed 20 offensive rebounds and dished out 15 assists in the win.</p><p>Even with High Point's defense holding their opponent to 34% shooting, they still gave up 77 points. The Panthers allowed 15 threes on 36 attempts, with the other team shooting just 21% from two-point range (4/19).</p> <p>High Point sent their opponent to the free-throw line 33 times, where they made 21 free throws (63%). The Panthers also struggled on the boards, giving up 20 offensive rebounds.</p>

Radford Highlanders vs High Point Panthers NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 1/2/25

College Football

Louisiana Ragin Cajuns vs TCU Horned Frogs Betting Pick & Prediction Isleta New Mexico Bowl

UConn Huskies vs North Carolina Tar Heels Betting Pick & Prediction Wasabi Fenway Bowl

Iowa State Cyclones vs Miami Hurricanes Betting Pick & Prediction Pop-Tarts Bowl

BYU Cougars vs Colorado Buffaloes Betting Pick & Prediction Valero Alamo Bowl

Boston College Eagles vs Nebraska Cornhuskers Betting Pick & Prediction Bad Boy Mowers Pinstripe Bowl

Miami (OH) RedHawks vs Colorado State Rams Betting Pick & Prediction Snoop Dogg Arizona Bowl

Texas Tech Red Raiders vs Arkansas Razorbacks Betting Pick & Prediction AutoZone Liberty Bowl

Texas A&M Aggies vs USC Trojans Betting Pick & Prediction SRS Distribution Las Vegas Bowl

Oklahoma Sooners vs Navy Midshipmen Betting Pick & Prediction Lockheed Martin Armed Forces Bowl

Georgia Tech Yellow Jackets vs Vanderbilt Commodores Betting Pick & Prediction Birmingham Bowl

<p>The Beavers and Lions are set to face off at 10:00 ET on ESPN+. The Lions will host the game at Gersten Pavilion in Los Angeles, CA. Oregon State is favored by -3.5 in this non-conference contest against Loyola Marymount. The game's over/under currently sits at 136.5 points.</p><h3>OREGON STATE BEAVERS VS LOYOLA MARYMOUNT LIONS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Loyola Marymount Lions +3.5</p><p>This game will be played at Gersten Pavilion at 10:00 ET on Thursday, January 2nd.</p><h3>WHY BET THE LOYOLA MARYMOUNT LIONS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 76-71 in favor of the Lions.</li><li>Not only will Loyola Marymount pick up the win, but look for them to cover at +3.5.</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>Will the Beavers Make it Happen on the Road?</h3><p>Oregon State improved to 10-3 on the season with an 89-79 win over the Portland Pilots on Monday. The Beavers were -17.5 point favorites at home but didn’t cover the spread.</p> <p>Oregon State led 46-39 at halftime and added 43 points in the 2nd half while allowing 40. The combined points of 168 went over the 140.5 O/U line.</p><p>Oregon State's offense was firing on all cylinders in their last game, putting up 89 points with a field goal percentage of 61.4% and an effective field goal percentage of 70.2%. They shot 73.5% on two-pointers and 43.5% from beyond the arc, hitting 10 threes. The Beavers also connected on 81.8% of their free throws, going 9-for-11 from the line.</p> <p>Michael Rataj led the way with 28 points and 5 assists, shooting 80% from the field and hitting 2 of 3 from deep. Austin Rapp added 22 points, knocking down 5 threes at a 50% clip. The Beavers dished out 22 assists as a team, with 6 players scoring in double figures.</p><p>Oregon State struggled defensively, giving up 79 points on 61% shooting from the field. They allowed 35 made field goals on 57 attempts.</p> <p>Inside the arc, the Beavers gave up 25 two-point baskets on 34 attempts, a 73% shooting rate. From three-point range, they allowed 10 threes on 23 attempts, with the opposing team shooting 43%.</p><h3>Will Loyola Marymount Make it Happen at Home?</h3><h3>Loyola Marymount Lions Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Loyola Marymount fell to 7-6 on the season after a 73-59 road loss to Washington State on Monday. The Lions, who were +8.5 point underdogs, failed to cover the spread.</p> 

<p>LMU trailed 36-34 at halftime but managed just 25 points in the 2nd half while allowing 37. The game’s total points of 132 fell short of the 149.5 O/U line.</p><p>Loyola Marymount struggled offensively in their last game, scoring just 59 points with a field goal percentage of 39.7%. Their effective field goal percentage was 41.4%, and they hit only 3 of 21 three-point attempts, shooting 14.3% from beyond the arc. They made 20 of 37 two-point shots, good for 54.1%, and connected on 10 of 15 free throws, shooting 66.7% from the line.</p> <p>The Lions recorded 6 offensive rebounds and 8 assists in the game. Nate Calmese and Caleb Stone-Carrawell each scored 20 points, with Calmese shooting 52.9% from the field and Stone-Carrawell hitting 50% overall, including 2 of 4 from three-point range. Tomas Thrastarson contributed 17 points, making 4 of 5 threes and shooting 75% overall.</p><p>Despite giving up 73 points, Loyola Marymount's defense struggled to contain their opponent, who shot 49% from the field, converting 28 of 57 attempts. Inside the arc, they allowed 21 two-point baskets on 38 attempts, resulting in a 55% shooting percentage.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Loyola Marymount's defense gave up 7 three-pointers on 19 attempts, with their opponent shooting 36%. They also sent their opponent to the free-throw line 14 times, where they made 10 free throws, shooting 71%.</p>

Oregon State Beavers vs Loyola Marymount Lions NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 1/2/25

<p>At 8:00 ET, the Thunder (-443) will host the Clippers (+341) in a Western Conference matchup. Oklahoma City is currently on a 12-game win streak and is favored by 9.5 points.</p>

<p>This game will be played at Paycom Center in Oklahoma City and can be seen on FDSO.</p><h3>LOS ANGELES CLIPPERS VS OKLAHOMA CITY THUNDER BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Los Angeles Clippers +9.5</p><p>This game will be played at Paycom Center at 8:00 ET on Thursday, January 2nd.</p><h3>WHY BET THE LOS ANGELES CLIPPERS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 114-112 in favor of the Thunder.</li><li>Our projections have Shai Gilgeous-Alexander finishing with 29 points, 6 rebounds and 6 assists.</li><li>From the field, we have the Thunder finishing with a field goal percentage of 47.8% and knocking down 13 threes.</li></ul><h3>Do the Clippers Have What it Takes in Oklahoma City?</h3><p>The Clippers fell to 19-14 on the season after a 122-86 road loss to the Spurs on Tuesday. Entering the game as +3.5 point underdogs, Los Angeles lost by 36 points, failing to cover the spread. The combined score of 208 points was below the O/U line of 219.</p> <p>San Antonio took control with a 10-0 run, extending their lead from 52-36 to 62-36. The Clippers couldn’t recover, as the Spurs outscored them 31-17 in the 1st quarter and 32-26 in the 2nd. Heading into the 4th quarter, Los Angeles trailed 91-63, and the Spurs finished strong, outscoring them 31-23 in the final period.</p><p>In their 122-86 loss to the Spurs, the Clippers struggled offensively, shooting just 34.5% from the field and 26.8% from three-point range, making 11 threes. James Harden led the way with 17 points, 13 of which came in the 1st quarter.</p> <p>Norman Powell added 15 points, with 12 coming in the 2nd quarter, while Amir Coffey contributed 14 points, scoring 7 in the 4th. Harden also hit 2 threes at a 33.3% rate.</p><p>The Clippers struggled defensively, giving up 122 points to the Spurs, who shot 49% from the field. Los Angeles allowed 31 points in both the 1st and 4th quarters, with 32 points in the 2nd and 28 in the 3rd.</p> <p>Despite the loss, the Clippers did well in limiting San Antonio’s three-point shooting, holding them to 22% with just 9 made threes. The Spurs went 17/19 from the free-throw line. The Clippers recorded 7 steals and 3 blocks.</p><h3>Will the Thunder Win at Paycom Center?</h3><p>The Thunder improved to 27-5 on the season with a 113-105 win over the Timberwolves on Tuesday. Oklahoma City, favored by seven points, covered the spread, while the game’s total of 218 points narrowly exceeded the over/under line of 216.5.</p> <p>Oklahoma City took control with a 13-0 run, turning a 65-55 deficit into a 68-65 lead. They dominated the 3rd quarter, outscoring Minnesota 43-23, and entered the 4th quarter up 89-75, holding off the Timberwolves’ late push.</p><p>In the Thunder's win over the Timberwolves, Shai Gilgeous-Alexander poured in 40 points, shooting 65.2% from the field and hitting 3 threes at a 60% clip. Luguentz Dort contributed 14 points, knocking down 4 threes at 57.1%, while Isaiah Hartenstein added 15 points and 10 rebounds.</p> <p>As a team, the Thunder shot 47.2% from the field and made 12 threes at 33.3%. Gilgeous-Alexander scored 19 points in the 3rd quarter, while Hartenstein added 9 points in the 4th.</p><p>The Thunder defense held the Timberwolves to 105 points, despite Minnesota shooting 49% from the field. Oklahoma City gave up 24 points in the 1st quarter and 28 in the 2nd, but they tightened up in the 3rd, allowing just 23 points. The Timberwolves scored 30 in the 4th, but the Thunder still secured the win.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Minnesota hit 15 threes at a 39% clip. The Timberwolves also went 12/12 from the free-throw line. The Thunder finished with 28 defensive rebounds, gave up 10 offensive boards, and recorded 16 steals.</p>

Los Angeles Clippers vs Oklahoma City Thunder Betting Pick & Prediction 1/2/25

It's almost the All-Star break and this is when teams will shake out as buyers or seller, as well as know that there season is essentially over. That can make it difficult on a short-term daily basis and for that reason we should look at the longer term options sooner rather than later.

If we sorted the NL playoffs right now we'd likely have three "new" teams in the mix, or at least teams that haven't been overly relevant for some time. The Brewers would win the NL Central and one or both of Arizona and Colorado would be Wild Card teams. Here are their respective odds at the best numbers I can find quickly:
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<td><strong>+1550</strong></td>
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<td><strong>+6600</strong></td>
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As we talked about when we looked at <a href="http://bangthebook.com/2017-college-football-title-odds-betting-preview/"><strong>College Football Futures</strong></a>, it's not always about cashing the big plus-money bet and turning a little into a lot. It's about creating equity and being in position to insure a profit later on down the road. We also don't want the <a href="http://bangthebook.com/sportsbooks/"><strong>sportsbooks</strong></a> holding our money for months on end without some reasonable expectation of a return.

If we were to put a unit on each of these three it's quite likely at this point at least two of them are in the Playoffs, and that's all we're looking for. Ideally we'd have two of these teams playing one another and that would assure us at least one of them being in the NLCS. At that point, we would have multiple options of betting on the other team, either for the series or game-to-game. Either way, we've created a great equity position.

When I look at the other teams that people consider in the fold, I don't see much. People will be all over the Washington Nationals, but their weakness is clearly their bullpen. The Dodgers have Kershaw and a bullpen, but in a short series anything can happen, especially if they go into one of those hitting droughts they're famous for. I know Bellinger is a freak show, but he will regress somewhat as teams learn how to pitch to him. Remember, bettors know what they saw last, and what's on ESPN night after night. That's not the whole story, generally.

Colorado can out score anyone. Arizona has a little of everything. Milwaukee has done it with pitching, of all things. They'll start hitting, and clearly adding Vogt is a sign that they're going for it now. Yes, I know there are the Cubs. Chicago is under .500 on the road, the Brewers are not. Anything can and does usually happen, and we want to be prepared for it.

If The MLB Betting Season Ended Today

<p>Planning on watching today's Dragons and Fighting Camels game? Catch the action at Pope Convocation Center in Buies Creek, NC, as the Fighting Camels hosts this showdown at 7:00 ET on FloC. In this Coastal Athletic Association matchup, Drexel is favored bt -4.5 vs. Campbell. The over/under for the game is 134.5 points.</p><h3>DREXEL DRAGONS VS CAMPBELL FIGHTING CAMELS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Campbell Fighting Camels +4.5</p><p>This game will be played at Pope Convocation Center at 7:00 ET on Thursday, January 2nd.</p><h3>WHY BET THE CAMPBELL FIGHTING CAMELS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 77-69 in favor of the Fighting Camels.</li><li>Not only will Campbell pick up the win, but look for them to cover at +4.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 134.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 146 points.</li></ul><h3>Can the Dragons Pull Out the Win as Road Favorites?</h3><h3>Drexel Dragons Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>The Dragons fell to 7-5 on the season after a 75-64 loss to Penn State on Saturday. Drexel, who were +13.5 point underdogs, managed to keep the game closer than expected. The total points of 139 fell short of the 145.5 O/U line.</p> 

<p>Drexel trailed 37-29 at halftime and couldn’t close the gap in the second half, scoring 35 points while allowing 38. Despite the loss, the Dragons’ ability to cover the spread could be a positive takeaway.</p><p>Drexel's offense put up 64 points in their last game, shooting 46.4% from the field. They were strong inside, hitting 63.6% of their two-point attempts, but struggled from beyond the arc, making just 5 of 23 threes for 21.7%.</p> <p>Yanic Konan Niederhauser and Yame Butler led the way with 18 and 16 points, respectively. Ace Baldwin Jr. added 15 points and 6 assists, while Kevon Vanderhorst contributed 14 points in just 17 minutes, hitting 2 of 3 from deep.</p><p>Despite Drexel's defensive struggles, allowing 75 points on 46% shooting, they did manage to limit their opponent's three-point success. The Dragons held them to just 5 made threes on 23 attempts, a 21% shooting rate from beyond the arc.</p> <p>Inside the arc, Drexel's defense allowed 21 two-point baskets on 33 attempts, a 63% success rate. They also sent their opponent to the free-throw line 9 times, where they converted 7 of those opportunities, shooting 77%.</p><h3>Taking a Look at the Fighting Camels Chances at Home</h3><h3>Campbell Fighting Camels Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Campbell dropped to 3-8 on the season after a 97-81 road loss to North Carolina on Sunday. The Fighting Camels entered the game as +28 underdogs but managed to cover the spread.</p> 

<p>After trailing 40-29 at halftime, Campbell scored 52 points in the 2nd half, though they allowed 57 points during that stretch. The game’s total points of 178 went over the pre-game line of 155.5.</p><p>In their last game, the Campbell Fighting Camels put up 81 points, shooting 44.4% from the field and 40% from beyond the arc, with an effective field goal percentage of 52.4%. They also connected on 75% of their free throws, going 15-for-20 from the line. The team dished out 15 assists and grabbed 9 offensive rebounds.</p> <p>Colby Duggan led the way with 32 points, hitting 5-of-9 from three-point range and shooting 61.1% overall. Ian Jackson added 26 points, while RJ Davis contributed 23 points and 5 assists, knocking down 5 threes at a 50% clip. Elliot Cadeau chipped in 12 points and a team-high 12 assists.</p><p>Campbell's defense struggled in their last game, giving up 97 points on 57% shooting from the field. They allowed 36 made field goals on 63 attempts.</p> <p>Inside the arc, the Fighting Camels gave up 26 two-point baskets on 35 attempts, a 74% shooting percentage. From three-point range, they allowed 10 made threes on 28 attempts, a 35% success rate.</p>

Drexel Dragons vs Campbell Fighting Camels NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 1/2/25

<p>Making on a bet on this NCAA game featuring the Trojans versus the Mountaineers? Tip off is at at 6:30 ET, and you can watch it all unfold on ESPN+. The game will be played at Holmes Convocation Center in Boone, NC. Troy is favored by -2.5 in this Sun Belt conference showdown. The game's over/under is currently at 134.5 points.</p><h3>TROY TROJANS VS APPALACHIAN STATE MOUNTAINEERS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Appalachian State Mountaineers +2.5</p><p>This game will be played at Holmes Convocation Center at 6:30 ET on Thursday, January 2nd.</p><h3>WHY BET THE APPALACHIAN STATE MOUNTAINEERS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 77-70 in favor of the Mountaineers.</li><li>Not only will Appalachian State pick up the win, but look for them to cover at +2.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 134.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 147 points.</li></ul><h3>Will Troy Live Up to Expectations on the Road?</h3><h3>Troy Trojans Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Troy improved to 6-4 on the season with a 77-57 home win over Georgia State on Saturday, December 21st. The Trojans entered the game as -11.5 favorites and covered the spread, while the total points of 134 fell short of the 147.5 O/U line.</p> 

<p>Troy took control early, leading 39-25 at halftime, and maintained their advantage in the 2nd half, outscoring the Panthers 38-32.</p><p>Troy put up 77 points in their last game, shooting 43.3% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 50%. They hit 52.8% of their two-point attempts, but struggled from deep, making just 29.2% on 7-of-24 shooting from beyond the arc. At the free-throw line, they connected on 72%, going 18-of-25.</p> <p>Myles Rigsby led the way with 22 points, hitting 3-of-5 from three and shooting 60% overall. Jelani Hamilton added 18 points, knocking down 5-of-11 from three-point range. Tayton Conerway contributed 13 points and 5 assists, shooting 71.4% from the field.</p><p>Despite giving up 57 points, Troy's defense allowed the opposing team to shoot 43% from the field, with 19 of those baskets coming from two-point range at a 52% clip.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, the Trojans held their opponent to 29% shooting, as they made 7 of 24 three-point attempts. Troy also sent them to the free-throw line 25 times, where they converted 18 for 72%. The Trojans gave up 17 offensive rebounds.</p><h3>Is a Home Win Possible for the Mountaineers?</h3><h3>Appalachian State Mountaineers Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>The Mountaineers dropped to 4-6 on the season after a 68-64 road loss to North Texas on Friday, December 20th. Despite the loss, Appalachian State covered the spread as +11.5 underdogs.</p> 

<p>Appalachian State trailed 33-28 at halftime but outscored North Texas 36-35 in the 2nd half. The game’s total points of 132 went over the pre-game line of 123.5.</p><p>Appalachian State's offense shot 52.4% from the field in their last game, with an effective field goal percentage of 61.9%. They hit 65.2% of their two-point attempts and 36.8% from beyond the arc, while also making 81.2% of their free throws.</p> <p>Myles Tate led the way with 21 points, shooting 50% from three-point range (4/8) and adding 5 assists. Brenen Lorient was nearly perfect, hitting 6 of 7 shots, including his only three-point attempt, and finishing with 17 points and 5 rebounds.</p><p>Appalachian State's defense gave up 68 points in their last game, with the opposing team shooting 50% from the field. They allowed 19 two-point baskets on 28 attempts, a 67% shooting rate.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Appalachian State held the other team to 5 made threes on 20 attempts, a 25% success rate. The opposing team also went 15/19 from the free-throw line, shooting 78%. Appalachian State gave up 13 offensive rebounds.</p>

<p>Betting on today's Gauchos and Rainbow Warriors game? Catch the action at Stan Sheriff Center in Honolulu, HI, as the Rainbow Warriors hosts this showdown at 11:59 ET on ESPN+. This Big West conference matchup has an over/under of 136.5 points, and Hawaii is favored to win by -2.5 at home vs. UC Santa Barbara.</p><h3>UC SANTA BARBARA GAUCHOS VS HAWAII RAINBOW WARRIORS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Hawaii Rainbow Warriors -2.5</p><p>This game will be played at Stan Sheriff Center at 11:59 ET on Thursday, January 2nd.</p><h3>WHY BET THE HAWAII RAINBOW WARRIORS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 78-69 in favor of the Rainbow Warriors.</li><li>Not only will Hawaii pick up the win, but look for them to cover at -2.5.</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>Is A Road Victory Likely for Underdog UC Santa Barbara?</h3><h3>UC Santa Barbara Gauchos Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>The Gauchos dropped to 6-5 on the season after a 68-56 road loss to Missouri State on Sunday, December 22nd. UCSB entered the game as +1 point underdogs and failed to cover the spread.</p> 

<p>Trailing 31-25 at halftime, UCSB allowed 37 points in the 2nd half while scoring 31. The combined points of 124 fell short of the 137.5 O/U line.</p><p>In their last game, UC Santa Barbara managed just 56 points, shooting 41.7% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 47.9%. They hit 33.3% from beyond the arc, connecting on 6 of 18 attempts, and went 10 for 16 from the free-throw line, shooting 62.5%.</p> <p>Dez White led the Gauchos with 26 points, hitting 3 of 5 from three-point range at 60.0%. Kenny Pohto added 20 points and 10 rebounds, shooting 61.5% from the field. UCSB recorded 9 assists and 7 offensive rebounds in the game.</p><p>Despite giving up 68 points, UC Santa Barbara's defense struggled to contain their opponent, who shot 48% from the field. The Gauchos allowed 22 made field goals on 45 attempts.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, their opponent hit 6 of 13 threes, shooting 46%. UC Santa Barbara also sent them to the line 24 times, where they converted 18 free throws at a 75% rate.</p><h3>Will the Rainbow Warriors Pull Through as the Favored Home Team?</h3><p>Hawaii improved to 6-4 on the season with a 73-70 win over Oakland on Wednesday. The Rainbow Warriors were favored by 3.5 points going into the game but didn’t cover the spread. The total points for the game were 143, which went over the pre-game line of 134.</p> <p>Hawaii led 32-25 at halftime but allowed 39 points in the second half while scoring 32 of their own. Despite the win, the Rainbow Warriors will need to tighten up defensively in future games.</p><p>Hawaii managed 73 points in their latest game, shooting just 39% from the field and 22.7% from three-point range, hitting 5 of 22 attempts. Their effective field goal percentage was 44.1%, and they were 48.6% on two-point shots, converting 18 of 37.</p> <p>Malcolm Christie led the way with 27 points, despite shooting 8 of 24 overall and 7 of 22 from deep. Gytis Nemeiksa added 25 points and 11 rebounds, shooting 42.9% from the field and 40% from three. Hawaii also grabbed 16 offensive rebounds and dished out 14 assists, with a 75.9% mark from the free-throw line, hitting 22 of 29 attempts.</p><p>Hawaii's defense gave up 70 points in their last game, with the opposing team shooting 39% from the field on 23/59 shooting. Inside the arc, they allowed 18/37 shooting for 48%.</p> <p>From three-point range, Hawaii held the other team to 5/22 shooting, or 22%. They also sent them to the free-throw line 29 times, where they made 22 free throws for 75%. Hawaii allowed 16 offensive rebounds.</p>

UC Santa Barbara Gauchos vs Hawaii Rainbow Warriors NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 1/2/25

<p>Making on a bet on this NCAA game featuring the Black Knights versus the Raiders? Tip off is at at 7:00 ET, and you can watch it all unfold on ESPN+. The game will be played at Cotterell Court in Hamilton, NY. The over/under for this Patriot League conference contest is set at 143.5 points, with Colgate being favored by -5.5 at home against Army.</p><h3>ARMY BLACK KNIGHTS VS COLGATE RAIDERS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Colgate Raiders -5.5</p><p>This game will be played at Cotterell Court at 7:00 ET on Thursday, January 2nd.</p><h3>WHY BET THE COLGATE RAIDERS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 78-70 in favor of the Raiders.</li><li>Not only will Colgate pick up the win, but look for them to cover at -5.5.</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>Will the Black Knights Defense Show Up on the Road?</h3><h3>Army Black Knights Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Army improved to 4-6 on the season with a 78-75 win over UTSA on Sunday. The Black Knights were +2.5 point underdogs heading into the game but managed to pull off the upset at home.</p> 

<p>Army led 39-35 at halftime and scored 39 points in the 2nd half while allowing 40. The game’s total points of 153 fell just under the O/U line of 154.5.</p><p>Jalen Rucker's 27 points and 5 made threes at a 50% clip helped Army score 78 points in their last game, shooting 48.3% from the field. They connected on 11 of 28 threes, shooting 39.3% from deep, with an effective field goal percentage of 58.6%.</p> <p>Raekwon Horton added 15 points, hitting 6 of 9 shots, while AJ Allenspach was perfect from the field, going 4 for 4. Army also hit 78.6% of their free throws, and grabbed 7 offensive rebounds, with 15 assists as a team.</p><p>Army's defense gave up 75 points in their last game, allowing the opposing team to shoot 48% from the field. They struggled to contain two-point shots, with the other team hitting 56% of their attempts inside the arc.</p> <p>From three-point range, Army's opponents connected on 11 of 28 attempts, shooting 39%. They also sent the other team to the free-throw line 14 times, where they made 11, shooting 78%. Army gave up 7 offensive rebounds.</p><h3>Do the Raiders Have What it Takes at Home?</h3><p>The Raiders fell to 2-10 on the season after a 79-73 home loss to Iona on Sunday. Despite being -4 favorites, Colgate couldn’t cover the spread. The total points for the game reached 152, surpassing the O/U line of 137.5.</p> <p>Colgate trailed 36-32 at halftime and couldn’t make up ground in the 2nd half, scoring 41 points but allowing 43.</p><p>Colgate's offense clicked in their last game, shooting 53.1% from the field and 47.6% from beyond the arc, leading to 73 points. Their effective field goal percentage was an impressive 63.3%, with 16 assists and 9 offensive rebounds.</p> <p>Nicolas Louis-Jacques led the way with 27 points, shooting 61.1% overall and hitting 4 of 11 threes. Dejour Reaves added 20 points and 9 rebounds, connecting on 2 of 5 from deep.</p><p>Colgate's defense struggled in their last game, giving up 79 points on 53% shooting from the field. They allowed the opposing team to hit 57% of their two-point attempts, with 16 makes on 28 shots.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Colgate's defense couldn't contain the three-point shooters, who connected on 10 of 21 attempts for 47%. They also sent the opponent to the free-throw line 16 times, where they made 11 free throws, shooting 68%.</p>

Army Black Knights vs Colgate Raiders NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 1/2/25

<p>ESPN will be covering this matchup between the Texas Longhorns and Arizona State Sun Devils as they face off at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta. Kick-off is set for 1:00 ET on Wednesday, January 1st. The Texas Longhorns are the -14-point favorites over the Sun Devils in this College Football Playoff Quarterfinal at the Chick-fil-A Peach Bowl. The over/under line is currently 52 points. Texas comes in with a 12-2 record, while Arizona State is 11-2 on the season.</p><h3>TEXAS LONGHORNS VS ARIZONA STATE SUN DEVILS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Arizona State Sun Devils +14</p><p>This game will be played at Mercedes-Benz Stadium at 1:00 ET on Wednesday, January 1st.</p><h3>WHY BET THE ARIZONA STATE SUN DEVILS:</h3><ul><li>We have the Texas Longhorns winning this one by a score of 30 to 26</li><li>Even though we like the Texas Longhorns to win, our ATS pick is to take the Arizona State Sun Devils at +14</li><li>Look for this game to go over the line of 52 points</li></ul><h3>Will The Texas Longhorns Take Care Of Business As The Favorite?</h3><p>Texas enters the College Football Playoff quarterfinal at the Chick-fil-A Peach Bowl with a 12-2 record, going 7-1 at home and 5-0 on the road. The Longhorns have been favored in 13 of their 14 games this season, posting a 12-1 record as the favorite.</p> <p></p><p>With an average scoring margin of +20.6 points per game, Texas has an 8-5 record against the spread. They are 5-3 ATS at home and 3-2 on the road, covering the spread in eight of their 13 games as the favorite.</p> <p></p><p>The over/under line for this week is set at 52 points. Texas games have averaged 47.2 points, with their over/under record at 5-7-1. They’ve had six games with higher lines than this week’s total and eight with lower lines.</p><p>Texas has leaned on their passing game this season, ranking 8th in passing yards, with 275.3 yards per game. They are also 8th in completions, averaging 22.4 per game, and 14th in passing attempts. Quinn Ewers has thrown for 2,867 yards, completing 66.5% of his passes, and has 26 touchdowns to 10 interceptions, with a passer rating of 101. Texas ranks 21st in scoring, with 33.9 points per game, and we have them 17th in our offensive power rankings heading into this week.</p> <p>Quintrevion Wisner leads the Longhorns’ rushing attack with 973 yards, averaging 5 yards per carry, and has scored five touchdowns. Texas is 24th in rushing, with 174.6 yards per game. Matthew Golden is the team’s leading receiver, with 787 yards and eight touchdowns on 49 receptions.</p><p>Even after allowing 24 points in their recent game, Texas's defense remains ranked 4th nationally, giving up just 13.3 points per game. They held Clemson to 76 rushing yards on 24 attempts but allowed 336 passing yards, including three touchdowns, while also securing an interception.</p><p></p><p>Opponents have averaged 105.7 rushing yards per game against Texas, ranking them 16th in the nation. Through the air, Texas has allowed just 156.7 passing yards per game, the 7th-lowest figure in college football, with quarterbacks posting a passer rating of 57.9, the 3rd-lowest in the country.</p><h3>Will Home Field Advantage Help The Arizona State Sun Devils Upset The Texas Longhorns?</h3><p>Arizona State enters the College Football Playoff Quarterfinal at the Chick-fil-A Peach Bowl with an 11-2 record, facing Texas. The Sun Devils are undefeated at home this season, going 7-0, while their road record stands at 4-2. They’ve been favored in seven of their 13 games, winning all of them, and have a perfect 7-0 record as the favorite.</p> <p></p><p>Against the spread, Arizona State is 11-2, with a +11.8 average scoring margin. They are 7-0 ATS at home and have covered in all seven games as the favorite. On the road, they are 4-2 ATS.</p> <p></p><p>Their over/under record is 8-5, with an average total of 54.4 points per game. This week’s line is set at 52, slightly below their average over/under line of 52.9 points.</p><p>Arizona State's offense has been strong this season, ranking 7th in our offensive power rankings and averaging 33.1 points per game, which places them 26th nationally. Their run game is their strength, with 205.2 rushing yards per game on 40.1 attempts, ranking 15th in the country. Cam Skattebo is the leading rusher with 1,572 yards, 19 touchdowns, and an average of 6 yards per carry.</p> <p>Quarterback Sam Leavitt has thrown for 2,663 yards, 24 touchdowns, and 5 interceptions, giving him a passer rating of 110. Arizona State ranks 8th nationally in passer rating and converts 46.5% of their third downs. Jordyn Tyson leads the receivers with 1,101 yards and 10 touchdowns on 75 catches.</p><p>Arizona State's defense has been solid this season, ranking 31st nationally by allowing just 21.3 points per game. In their recent game against Iowa State, they gave up 19 points, while allowing 341 total yards, including 127 rushing yards on 32 attempts and 214 passing yards. The defense also forced an interception in the game.</p> <p></p><p>Opponents have averaged 120.5 rushing yards per game on 29.9 attempts, which ranks 38th in the country. Through the air, Arizona State has allowed 215.4 passing yards per game, with quarterbacks completing 58.1% of their passes and posting a passer rating of 74, the 25th-lowest in the nation.</p>

Texas Longhorns vs Arizona State Sun Devils Betting Pick & Prediction College Football Playoff Quarterfinal at the Chick-fil-A Peach Bowl

<p>Making on a bet on this NCAA game featuring the Eagles versus the Wolves? Tip off is at at 7:00 ET, and you can watch it all unfold on ESPN+. The game will be played at The Coliseum in Carrollton, GA. Florida Gulf Coast come into this Atlantic Sun conference matchup as the -8.5 favorite. The over/under line currently sits at 138.5 points.</p><h3>FLORIDA GULF COAST EAGLES VS WEST GEORGIA WOLVES BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Florida Gulf Coast Eagles -8.5</p><p>This game will be played at The Coliseum at 7:00 ET on Thursday, January 2nd.</p><h3>WHY BET THE FLORIDA GULF COAST EAGLES:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 89-62 in favor of the Eagles.</li><li>Not only will Florida Gulf Coast pick up the win, but look for them to cover at -8.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 138.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 151 points.</li></ul><h3>Do the Eagles Stand a Chance in Carrollton?</h3><p>Florida Gulf Coast improved to 4-8 on the season with a 75-57 win over Richmond on Saturday. The Eagles were +2.5 point underdogs going into the game but covered the spread with the victory.</p> <p>FGCU led 38-30 at halftime and continued to control the game in the second half, outscoring Richmond 37-27. The combined points for the game were 132, falling short of the 137.5 O/U line.</p><p>Florida Gulf Coast put up 75 points in their last game, shooting 45.8% from the field and 45% from beyond the arc, hitting 9 of 20 threes. Their effective field goal percentage was 54.2%, with 12 offensive rebounds and 14 assists.</p> <p>Dusan Neskovic led the Eagles with 20 points and 9 rebounds, despite shooting 36.4% overall and 37.5% from three. Dallion Johnson added 16 points, hitting 4 of 9 threes, while Jevin Muniz contributed 15 points and 11 rebounds, shooting 55.6% from the field.</p><p>Florida Gulf Coast put on a defensive clinic, holding their opponent to just 57 points on 30% shooting from the field. They were particularly effective in defending the three-point line, where they allowed just 7 made threes on 32 attempts, a 21% success rate.</p> <p>Inside the arc, FGCU's defense limited their opponent to 9 made two-pointers on 21 attempts, a 42% shooting percentage. They also controlled the boards, giving up only 5 offensive rebounds.</p><h3>Can West Georgia Secure a Home Victory?</h3><h3>West Georgia Wolves Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>West Georgia fell to 1-11 on the season after a 75-70 road loss to Charlotte on Tuesday. Despite being +12.5 point underdogs, the Wolves kept it closer than expected.</p> 

<p>West Georgia trailed 34-31 at halftime and scored 39 points in the 2nd half, but allowed 41. The game’s total points of 145 went over the pre-game line of 139.5.</p><p>West Georgia put up 70 points in their last game, shooting 51.7% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 55.2%. They hit 55.3% of their two-point attempts and 36.4% from beyond the arc, going 4-for-11 from three-point range.</p> <p>Rickey Ballard was a standout, hitting 77.8% of his shots and 80% from three, finishing with 18 points and 8 rebounds. Robert Braswell IV and Nik Graves each added 20 points, with Braswell shooting 62.5% overall and 66.7% from deep.</p><p>West Georgia's defense gave up 75 points, despite holding their opponent to 37% shooting from the field. The Wolves limited them to 36% on two-point attempts, with 12 makes on 33 tries.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, the opponent shot 38%, hitting 8 of 21 threes. West Georgia also sent them to the line 31 times, where they converted 27 free throws, an 87% rate. The Wolves allowed 13 offensive rebounds.</p>

Florida Gulf Coast Eagles vs West Georgia Wolves NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 1/2/25

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<p>Don't miss out on the NCAA showdown between the Jaguars and Panthers. The game is starting at 7:00 ET on ESPN+, and it's hosted by the Panthers at GSU Convocation Center in Atlanta, GA. Get ready to place your bets! South Alabama come into this Sun Belt conference matchup as the -5.5 favorite. The over/under line currently sits at 139.5 points.</p><h3>SOUTH ALABAMA JAGUARS VS GEORGIA STATE PANTHERS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Georgia State Panthers +5.5</p><p>This game will be played at GSU Convocation Center at 7:00 ET on Thursday, January 2nd.</p><h3>WHY BET THE GEORGIA STATE PANTHERS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 77-70 in favor of the Panthers.</li><li>Not only will Georgia State pick up the win, but look for them to cover at +5.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 139.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 147 points.</li></ul><h3>Is It the Jaguars Game to Lose on the Road?</h3><p>South Alabama improved to 7-4 on the season with a dominant 77-49 win over James Madison on Saturday. Playing at home, the Jaguars entered the game as slight favorites and covered the spread. The total points for the game were 126, falling short of the 137.5 O/U line.</p> <p>After leading 34-26 at halftime, South Alabama clamped down defensively, allowing just 23 points in the 2nd half while scoring 43 of their own.</p><p>South Alabama's offense shined in their last game, putting up 77 points with a field goal percentage of 51.8% and an effective field goal percentage of 60.7%. They were dominant inside, hitting 74.1% of their two-point attempts, while connecting on 31% from beyond the arc, going 9-for-29 from three-point range.</p> <p>At the free-throw line, the Jaguars were nearly perfect, making 10 of 11 attempts (90.9%). Myles Corey led the way with 19 points and 7 assists, shooting 63.6% from the field. Barry Dunning Jr. added 16 points, and Bryce Lindsay contributed 12 points, hitting 4 threes despite shooting 33.3% overall.</p><p>Despite South Alabama's defensive efforts, they couldn't stop the opposing team from scoring 49 points. The Jaguars allowed them to shoot 51% from the field, with 29 made baskets on 56 attempts.</p> <p>South Alabama struggled to defend inside, giving up 20 two-point baskets on 27 attempts for a 74% shooting percentage. From beyond the arc, the opposing team hit 9 of 29 three-pointers, shooting 31%. They also went 10/11 from the free-throw line, making 90% of their foul shots.</p><h3>Will Georgia State Make it Happen at Home?</h3><h3>Georgia State Panthers Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Georgia State's season struggles continued with a 71-68 home loss to Mercer on Saturday, December 28th, dropping their record to 3-9. The Panthers were slight favorites at -1 but failed to cover the spread.</p> 

<p>After trailing 40-37 at halftime, Georgia State couldn't make up ground in the 2nd half, as both teams scored 31 points. The game’s total points of 139 fell short of the 157.5 O/U line.</p><p>Georgia State's offense put up 68 points in their last game, shooting 40% from the field and 27.3% from beyond the arc. Their effective field goal percentage was 44.3%, and they struggled at the free-throw line, hitting just 42.9% of their attempts.</p> <p>Ahmad Robinson led the way with 21 points, 9 rebounds, and 10 assists, while Cesare Edwards added 20 points on 60% shooting. The Panthers grabbed 17 offensive rebounds and dished out 11 assists as a team.</p><p>Georgia State's defense gave up 71 points while allowing the opposing team to shoot 40% from the field, with 28 made baskets on 70 attempts. They managed to hold their opponent to 45% shooting from two-point range, where they went 22/48.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Georgia State limited the damage, as the other team shot just 27%, hitting 6 of their 22 three-point attempts. The Panthers also sent their opponent to the free-throw line 14 times, where they converted 6 for 42%. On the boards, Georgia State allowed 17 offensive rebounds.</p>

<p>Planning on watching today's Aggies and Roadrunners game? Catch the action at Icardo Center in Bakersfield, CA, as the Roadrunners hosts this showdown at 9:30 ET on ESPN+. The over/under for this Big West conference contest is set at 134.5 points, with Bakersfield being favored by -1.5 at home against UC Davis.</p><h3>UC DAVIS AGGIES VS BAKERSFIELD ROADRUNNERS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Bakersfield Roadrunners -1.5</p><p>This game will be played at Icardo Center at 9:30 ET on Thursday, January 2nd.</p><h3>WHY BET THE BAKERSFIELD ROADRUNNERS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 75-72 in favor of the Roadrunners.</li><li>Not only will Bakersfield pick up the win, but look for them to cover at -1.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 134.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 147 points.</li></ul><h3>Do the Aggies Have a Shot at a Road Win?</h3><p>UC Davis dropped to 6-5 on the season after a lopsided 85-46 loss to Pepperdine on Saturday. The Aggies were +1 underdogs going into the game but failed to cover the spread. The total points for the game ended at 131, falling short of the O/U line of 147.5.</p> <p>UC Davis found themselves in a deep hole early, trailing 43-19 at halftime. They managed to score 27 points in the second half but allowed 42 points to Pepperdine, preventing any chance of a comeback.</p><p>In their latest game, UC Davis struggled offensively, scoring just 46 points with a field goal percentage of 28%, including a 6.7% mark from three-point range (1/15). Their effective field goal percentage was also 28%, and they managed only 5 assists as a team.</p> <p>At the free-throw line, the Aggies shot 73.9% (17/23) and grabbed 9 offensive rebounds. Dovydas Butka led the way with 18 points and 10 rebounds, shooting 63.6% overall and hitting 2/2 from beyond the arc.</p><p>UC Davis struggled defensively, giving up 85 points while allowing their opponent to shoot 51% from the field. Inside the arc, they allowed a 58% shooting rate, with the other team hitting 24 of 41 two-point attempts.</p> <p>From three-point range, UC Davis's opponent shot 38%, making 8 of 21 attempts. The Aggies also sent them to the line 23 times, where they converted 13 free throws. UC Davis gave up 14 offensive rebounds in the game.</p><h3>Will Bakersfield Live Up to Expectations at Home?</h3><p>The Roadrunners fell to 4-8 on the season after a 94-60 loss to North Dakota State on Monday. Bakersfield, who were +9.5 point underdogs heading into the game, failed to cover the spread.</p> <p>After trailing 51-18 at halftime, the Roadrunners scored 42 points in the 2nd half but allowed 43. The total points for the game ended at 154, surpassing the over/under line of 138.5.</p><p>The Roadrunners managed just 60 points in their last game, shooting 42.6% from the field and 28.6% from beyond the arc. Their effective field goal percentage was 46.3%, and they struggled at the free-throw line, hitting only 47.6% of their attempts.</p> <p>Jacksen Moni and Jemel Jones each scored 28 points, with both shooting 57.1% from the field. Moni added 5 assists, while Noah Feddersen was perfect from three, hitting 2/2 and shooting 80% overall.</p><p>The Roadrunners struggled defensively, giving up 94 points while allowing their opponent to shoot 52% from the field. Inside the arc, Bakersfield's defense was particularly vulnerable, as they allowed 70% shooting on two-point attempts.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, the Roadrunners gave up 10 threes on 27 attempts, a 37% shooting rate. They also sent their opponent to the free-throw line 35 times, where they converted 30 of those attempts, an 85% success rate.</p>

<p>ESPN+ will be covering the week five non-conference matchup between the Bowling Green Falcons and the Old Dominion Monarchs. The game is set to kick off at 5:00 ET from Doyt L. Perry Stadium in Bowling Green. The Falcons are the -9.5 point favorites at home, with the over/under line currently set at 49.5 points. Bowling Green has a 1-2 record, while Old Dominion is looking for their first win of the season. The money line odds are +278 for Old Dominion and -355 for Bowling Green.</p><h3>OLD DOMINION MONARCHS VS BOWLING GREEN FALCONS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Old Dominion Monarchs +9.5</p><p>This game will be played at Doyt L. Perry Stadium at 5:00 ET on Saturday, September 28th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE OLD DOMINION MONARCHS:</h3><ul><li>We have the Old Dominion Monarchs winning this one by a score of 30 to 19</li><li>Not only do we have the Old Dominion Monarchs winning straight-up, we have them covering the spread at +9.5</li><li>We see this game finishing below the line of 49.5 points</li></ul><h3>Will The Old Dominion Monarchs Pull Off An Upset As Road Underdogs</h3><p>Old Dominion is still searching for their first win of the season after a 37-17 defeat to Virginia Tech. The Monarchs, who were +16.5 point underdogs, failed to cover the spread. This game's over/under line was set at 47.5 points, but the teams combined for 54 points, hitting the over.</p> <p></p><p>Old Dominion fell behind early, with Virginia Tech taking a 14-0 lead. The Monarchs responded by outscoring the Hokies 10-0 in the second quarter, but they were unable to maintain this momentum, trailing 20-10 heading into the fourth quarter. Virginia Tech outscored Old Dominion 17-7 in the final quarter to hand the Monarchs their third straight loss to start the season.</p><p>Old Dominion's offense was limited to 293 total yards in their 37-17 loss to Virginia Tech. The Monarchs found most of their success on the ground, rushing for 243 yards and two touchdowns. However, the passing game struggled, with just 50 yards through the air on 6 completions out of 14 attempts.</p><p></p><p>Quinn Henicle, the team's quarterback, threw for 38 yards, completing 41.7% of his passes and ending the game with a passer rating of 15.28 and one interception. On the ground, Bryce Duke led the team with 85 yards on just four carries, while Isiah Paige was the leading receiver with 18 yards on two catches.</p><p>Old Dominion's defense will be looking to improve after allowing 183 rushing yards and three touchdowns on the ground to Virginia Tech. The Monarchs gave up a total of 320 yards and 37 points, but they did manage to pick off one pass and hold the Hokies to 137 yards through the air.</p><h3>Are The Bowling Green Falcons Going To Defend Home Field Advantage?</h3><p>Bowling Green is looking to bounce back after a 26-20 loss to Texas A&M on the road. Despite being +21 point underdogs, the Falcons kept it close and covered the spread. The game's total score of 46 points fell just short of the over/under line of 50.5 points. This brought Bowling Green's record to 1-2 for the season.</p> <p></p><p>After falling behind 7-0 in the first quarter, Bowling Green added a field goal in the second quarter, trailing 13-3 at halftime. The Falcons then outscored Texas A&M 14-7 in the third quarter, but they managed only a field goal in the fourth quarter, while the Aggies added 6 points to pull out the win.</p><p>In their 26-20 loss to Texas A&M, Bowling Green's offense totaled 339 yards, with 250 yards coming through the air. Connor Bazelak completed 55.6% of his passes, throwing for 250 yards, one touchdown, and one interception, resulting in a passer rating of 75. Harold Fannin Jr. was his top target, catching eight passes for 145 yards.</p> 
<p>Bowling Green's offense moved the chains 17 times but struggled to establish a ground game, finishing with 89 rushing yards on 23 attempts. Terion Stewart led the team in rushing with 42 yards on 13 carries.</p><p>Bowling Green's defense will need to tighten up after allowing 410 total yards in their last game. They had particular trouble stopping the run, giving up 237 rushing yards on 42 attempts. Despite holding Texas A&M to 173 passing yards on 16 completions, the Falcons allowed two passing touchdowns.</p>

Old Dominion Monarchs vs Bowling Green Falcons Betting Pick & Prediction 9/28/24

<p>Betting on today's Pirates and Cougars game? Catch the action at TD Arena in Charleston, SC, as the Cougars hosts this showdown at 7:00 ET on FloC. The over/under line for this matchup is currently at 148.5 points, and Charleston is favored by -9.5 to win at home against Hampton.</p><h3>HAMPTON PIRATES VS CHARLESTON COUGARS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Hampton Pirates +9.5</p><p>This game will be played at TD Arena at 7:00 ET on Thursday, January 2nd.</p><h3>WHY BET THE HAMPTON PIRATES:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 77-69 in favor of the Cougars.</li><li>Even though we have Charleston winning straight-up, we like Hampton at +9.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 148.5 points, and we like the under with a projected 146 points.</li></ul><h3>Is an Upset Waiting to Happen on the Road?</h3><h3>Hampton Pirates Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Hampton improved to 5-5 on the season with an 83-67 win over Howard on Saturday, December 28th. The Pirates, who were -4 favorites, covered the spread and the game’s total points of 150 went over the O/U line of 144.5.</p> 

<p>After leading 31-23 at halftime, Hampton’s offense exploded for 52 points in the 2nd half, while allowing 44 points to Howard.</p><p>Hampton put up 83 points in their last game, shooting 47.2% from the field and hitting 41.9% from three-point range, connecting on 13 of 31 attempts. Their effective field goal percentage was an impressive 60.4%, and they also shot 83.3% from the free-throw line, making 20 of 24 attempts.</p> <p>Blake Harper led the way with 34 points, shooting 55.6% overall and 66.7% from deep. The Pirates dished out 19 assists, with Noah Farrakhan contributing 7 assists along with 17 points. Kyrese Mullen added 9 rebounds and hit 2 of 3 from beyond the arc.</p><p>Despite giving up 67 points, Hampton's defense struggled to contain their opponent, who shot 47% from the field, including 54% on two-point attempts. They also sent their opponent to the free-throw line 24 times, where they converted 20 free throws at an 83% rate.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Hampton allowed 13 threes on 31 attempts, with their opponent shooting 41% from three-point range. The Pirates also gave up 13 offensive rebounds in the game.</p><h3>Is a Home Win Possible for the Cougars?</h3><h3>Charleston Cougars Recent Game/Games</h3>

<p>Charleston improved to 9-3 on the season with an 84-81 road win over Charlotte on Wednesday. Despite being -5.5 favorites, the Cougars didn’t cover the spread, and the game’s total points of 165 exceeded the O/U line of 148.5.</p> 

<p>Charleston led 46-31 at halftime but allowed 50 points in the 2nd half while scoring 38 themselves, making the game closer than expected.</p><p>Charleston put up 84 points in their last game, shooting 46.8% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 53.2%. They were strong inside, hitting 61.8% of their two-point attempts, but struggled from beyond the arc, making just 28.6% of their threes (8/28).</p> <p>Ante Brzovic led the way with 32 points and 14 rebounds, shooting 72.2% from the field. Jaehshon Thomas added 23 points, hitting 4 of 8 from three, while AJ Smith contributed 17 points, connecting on 50% of his threes (2/4).</p><p>Even with Charleston allowing 81 points, they held the opposing team to just 39% shooting from the field. The Cougars gave up 19 two-pointers on 36 attempts, a 52% success rate for their opponents.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Charleston's defense limited the other team to 22% shooting, with just 6 made threes on 27 attempts. The Cougars also sent their opponents to the free-throw line 33 times, where they converted 25, shooting 75%.</p>

Hampton Pirates vs Charleston Cougars NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 1/2/25

<p>Looking to win big? The Lions and Panthers face off at 8:30 ET on ESPN+. The Panthers are hosting the game at Groniger Arena in Charleston, IL. The over/under for this game is set at 137.5 points, and Eastern Illinois is favored by -3.5 vs. Lindenwood in a Ohio Valley conference matchup.</p><h3>LINDENWOOD LIONS VS EASTERN ILLINOIS PANTHERS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Eastern Illinois Panthers -3.5</p><p>This game will be played at Groniger Arena at 8:30 ET on Thursday, January 2nd.</p><h3>WHY BET THE EASTERN ILLINOIS PANTHERS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 85-64 in favor of the Panthers.</li><li>Not only will Eastern Illinois pick up the win, but look for them to cover at -3.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 137.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 149 points.</li></ul><h3>Can the Lions Grab a Win on the Road?</h3><h3>Lindenwood Lions Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Lindenwood improved to 3-7 on the season with a 71-65 win over Western Illinois on Saturday, December 21st. The Lions, favored by 2 points, covered the spread, and the total points of 136 narrowly exceeded the over/under line of 135.5.</p> 

<p>After leading 36-25 at halftime, Lindenwood allowed 40 points in the 2nd half while scoring 35, but they held on for the win.</p><p>Lindenwood's offense put up 71 points in their last game, shooting 48.2% from the field. They hit just 4 of 15 from beyond the arc, connecting at 26.7%, while their two-point shooting was a strong 56.1% (23/41).</p> <p>Ryan Myers and Jadis Jones were efficient, each playing 38 minutes. Myers hit 4 threes at 57.1% and shot 63.6% overall, while Jones went 8 for 13 from the field. Marko Maletic added 19 points, shooting 40% from deep.</p><p>Despite Lindenwood's defensive efforts, they allowed 65 points on 48% shooting. The Lions gave up 23 two-point baskets on 41 attempts, a 56% conversion rate.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Lindenwood held their opponent to 26% shooting, with just 4 threes made on 15 attempts. They also sent the other team to the line 18 times, where they hit 13 free throws for 72%.</p><h3>Can the Panthers Please their Home Crowd?</h3><p>Eastern Illinois dropped to 1-9 on the season after a 79-72 road loss to Southeast Missouri State on Thursday. The Panthers entered the game as +4.5 point underdogs and failed to cover the spread. The total points for the game reached 151, surpassing the O/U line of 139.5.</p> <p>EIU trailed 38-35 at halftime and couldn’t close the gap in the second half, scoring 37 points while allowing 41.</p><p>Eastern Illinois put up 72 points in their last game, shooting 41.1% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 46.4%. They connected on 35.7% of their three-point attempts, going 5-for-14 from deep, and hit 72.4% of their free throws, making 21 of 29 from the line. The Panthers grabbed 17 offensive rebounds but managed just 6 assists as a team.</p> <p>Teddy Washington Jr. led the way with 28 points and 10 rebounds, hitting 5 of 10 from three-point range. Zion Fruster added 15 points, shooting 3-for-5 from beyond the arc, while Kooper Jacobi also contributed 15 points and pulled down 12 rebounds.</p><p>Eastern Illinois struggled defensively, giving up 79 points on 56% shooting from the field. They allowed 27 made field goals on 48 attempts.</p> <p>Inside the arc, the Panthers gave up 17 two-pointers on 26 attempts, a 65% shooting percentage. From three-point range, they allowed 10 threes on 22 attempts, a 45% clip. Eastern Illinois also sent the opposing team to the free-throw line 20 times, where they made 15 free throws, shooting 75%.</p>

Lindenwood Lions vs Eastern Illinois Panthers NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 1/2/25

<p>Making on a bet on this NCAA game featuring the Mavericks versus the Fighting Hawks? Tip off is at at 8:00 ET, and you can watch it all unfold on Summ. The game will be played at Betty Engelstad Sioux Center in Grand Forks, ND. The over/under for this Summit conference contest is set at 150.5 points, with North Dakota being favored by -4.5 at home against Omaha.</p><h3>OMAHA MAVERICKS VS NORTH DAKOTA FIGHTING HAWKS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: North Dakota Fighting Hawks -4.5</p><p>This game will be played at Betty Engelstad Sioux Center at 8:00 ET on Thursday, January 2nd.</p><h3>WHY BET THE NORTH DAKOTA FIGHTING HAWKS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 81-66 in favor of the Fighting Hawks.</li><li>Not only will North Dakota pick up the win, but look for them to cover at -4.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 150.5 points, and we like the under with a projected 147 points.</li></ul><h3>Are the Mavericks Ready for a Win at Grand Forks?</h3><h3>Omaha Mavericks Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Omaha improved to 4-9 on the season with an 86-82 win over Cal Poly on Saturday, December 21st. The Mavericks were +2 underdogs heading into the game but managed to cover the spread with the victory.</p> 

<p>Omaha led 43-38 at halftime and scored another 43 points in the 2nd half, while allowing 44 points. The total points for the game reached 168, surpassing the O/U line of 160.5.</p><p>Omaha put up 86 points in their last game, shooting 44.9% from the field. Their effective field goal percentage was 50.7%, thanks largely to their 57.5% shooting on two-pointers, though they struggled from beyond the arc, hitting just 27.6% (8/29) of their threes.</p> <p>Marquel Sutton led the way with 24 points and 9 rebounds, shooting 50% overall. Jarred Hyder added 22 points, connecting on 4 of 10 from three, while Owen Koonce contributed 20 points, also hitting 40% from deep. Tony Osburn was 4 for 7 from three, finishing with 16 points.</p><p>Omaha's defense struggled, giving up 82 points on 44% shooting from the field. The Mavericks allowed their opponent to hit 57% of their two-point attempts, with 23 makes on 40 tries.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Omaha held their opponent to 27% shooting, as they went 8/29 from three-point range. The Mavericks also sent them to the line 24 times, where they converted 16 free throws for 66%.</p><h3>Can the Fighting Hawks Pull Off a Home Win?</h3><p>North Dakota fell to 3-10 on the season after a 97-90 loss to Alabama on Wednesday. Despite being +26 point underdogs, the Fighting Hawks kept the game closer than expected.</p> <p>North Dakota led 38-35 at halftime, but allowed 62 points in the 2nd half while scoring 52. The total points of 187 exceeded the O/U line of 167.5.</p><p>North Dakota's offense put up 90 points in their last game, shooting 43.4% from the field. They hit 17 threes at a 41.5% clip, contributing to an effective field goal percentage of 55.3%.</p> <p>Treysen Eaglestaff led the way with 40 points, knocking down 8 of 18 from deep. Grant Nelson added 23 points and 10 rebounds, despite going 0 for 4 from three.</p><p>Despite North Dakota’s defense holding their opponent to 43% shooting, they still allowed 97 points. The Fighting Hawks gave up 17 threes on 41 attempts, with their opponent shooting 41% from beyond the arc.</p> <p>North Dakota also sent their opponent to the free-throw line just 8 times, where they hit 7 free throws. The Fighting Hawks gave up 16 offensive rebounds in the game.</p>

Omaha Mavericks vs North Dakota Fighting Hawks NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 1/2/25

<p>Don't miss out on the NCAA showdown between the Bisons and Dolphins. The game is starting at 7:00 ET on ESPN+, and it's hosted by the Dolphins at Swisher Gymnasium in Jacksonville, FL. Get ready to place your bets! Lipscomb is favored by -5.5 in this Atlantic Sun conference contest against Jacksonville. The game's over/under currently sits at 140.5 points.</p><h3>LIPSCOMB BISONS VS JACKSONVILLE DOLPHINS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Jacksonville Dolphins +5.5</p><p>This game will be played at Swisher Gymnasium at 7:00 ET on Thursday, January 2nd.</p><h3>WHY BET THE JACKSONVILLE DOLPHINS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 76-69 in favor of the Dolphins.</li><li>Not only will Jacksonville pick up the win, but look for them to cover at +5.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 140.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 145 points.</li></ul><h3>Will the Bisons Secure A Victory as Road Favorites?</h3><p>Lipscomb fell to 6-5 on the season after a narrow 67-65 loss to Middle Tennessee on Thursday. The Bisons were +2.5 point underdogs going into the game and managed to cover the spread, but couldn’t pull off the win. The total points for the game ended at 132, well below the O/U line of 148.5.</p> <p>Lipscomb trailed 37-30 at halftime but tightened up defensively in the second half, allowing just 30 points while scoring 35 of their own. Despite the improved effort after the break, they came up just short in the end.</p><p>Lipscomb's offense put up 65 points in their last game, shooting 46.2% from the field. Their effective field goal percentage was 50%, largely thanks to their 58.8% shooting on two-point attempts. However, they struggled from beyond the arc, hitting just 4 of 18 threes for a 22.2% rate.</p> <p>At the free-throw line, the Bisons connected on 13 of 17 attempts, shooting 76.5%. They only managed 3 offensive rebounds and finished with 12 assists. Jacob Ognacevic led the way with 32 points, shooting 66.7% overall and 33.3% from three.</p><p>Despite giving up 19 offensive rebounds, the Bisons held their opponent to 67 points on 38% shooting from the field. Lipscomb limited their opponent's two-point shooting to 42%, with 18 makes on 42 attempts.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Lipscomb's defense allowed just 6 threes on 21 attempts, a 28% shooting performance. They also sent their opponent to the free-throw line 22 times, where they converted 13, shooting 59%.</p><h3>Will Jacksonville Find a Way to Win at Home?</h3><h3>Jacksonville Dolphins Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Jacksonville fell to 4-6 on the season after an 86-66 road loss to UCF on Saturday, December 21st. The Dolphins entered the game as +13.5 point underdogs and failed to cover the spread.</p> 

<p>Jacksonville trailed 47-29 at halftime and couldn’t close the gap in the 2nd half, scoring 37 points while allowing 39. The total points for the game ended at 152, going over the pre-game line of 142.5.</p><p>Jacksonville's offense put up 66 points in their last game, shooting 41.1% from the field and 30% from beyond the arc. Their effective field goal percentage was 46.4%, and they hit 77.8% from the free-throw line, going 14-for-18.</p> <p>Keyshawn Hall led the way with 21 points and 4 assists, shooting 71.4% overall. Jordan Ivy-Curry added 19 points, hitting 5 of 9 threes, while Robert McCray contributed 18 points and 4 assists, shooting 58.3% from the field.</p><p>Jacksonville's defense struggled, giving up 86 points on 58% shooting from the field. They allowed 27 made field goals on 46 attempts.</p> <p>From three-point range, Jacksonville gave up 10 threes on 17 attempts, also at a 58% clip. They sent the opposing team to the free-throw line 25 times, where they converted 22 for 88%.</p>

Lipscomb Bisons vs Jacksonville Dolphins NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 1/2/25

<p>Betting on today's Mavericks and Red Wolves game? Catch the action at First National Bank Arena in Jonesboro, AR, as the Red Wolves hosts this showdown at 8:00 ET on ESPN+. The odds for this non-conference game currently have Arkansas State as the -8.5 favorite, with the over/under line sitting at 157 points.</p><h3>UT ARLINGTON MAVERICKS VS ARKANSAS STATE RED WOLVES BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: UT Arlington Mavericks +8.5</p><p>This game will be played at First National Bank Arena at 8:00 ET on Thursday, December 12th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE UT ARLINGTON MAVERICKS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 77-71 in favor of the Red Wolves.</li><li>Even though we have Arkansas State winning straight-up, we like UT Arlington at +8.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 157 points, and we like the under with a projected 148 points.</li></ul><h3>Will the Mavericks Secure A Victory as Road Underdogs?</h3><h3>UT Arlington Mavericks Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>UT Arlington improved to 2-5 on the season with an 84-70 road win over Louisiana-Monroe on Monday. The Mavericks were -6.5 favorites going into the game and covered the spread with the win.</p> 

<p>After leading 34-30 at halftime, UT Arlington scored 50 points in the 2nd half while allowing 40. The game’s total points of 154 went over the pre-game O/U line of 148.</p><p>UT Arlington's offense put up 84 points in their last game, shooting 45.5% from the field. They connected on 15 of 34 three-point attempts, hitting at a 44.1% clip, contributing to an effective field goal percentage of 57.6%.</p> <p>The Mavericks dished out 22 assists and grabbed 14 offensive rebounds. Lance Ware led the team with 17 points and 9 rebounds, while Jaxon Ellingsworth also grabbed 9 boards and added 16 points on 7-of-9 shooting.</p><p>UT Arlington's defense held their opponent to 70 points on 35% shooting from the field, including 38% on two-point attempts (18/47). They also limited three-point damage, with the opposing team hitting just 5 of 18 shots from beyond the arc, a 27% success rate.</p> <p>Despite sending the other team to the line 30 times, UT Arlington saw them convert only 19 free throws, a 63% clip. However, the Mavericks did give up 19 offensive rebounds in the game.</p><h3>Can the Red Wolves Hold Strong at Home?</h3><p>Arkansas State improved to 6-3 on the season with an 85-72 road win over Memphis on Sunday. The Red Wolves entered the game as +12.5 point underdogs but not only pulled off the upset, they also covered the spread.</p> <p>Arkansas State led 42-29 at halftime and matched Memphis point-for-point in the second half, with both teams scoring 43 points. The game’s total points of 157 went over the pre-game O/U line of 152.</p><p>Arkansas State managed to put up 85 points in their last game, despite shooting just 36.6% from the field. They hit 12 threes at a 33.3% clip, with an effective field goal percentage of 45.1%. The Red Wolves also connected on 77.8% of their free throws, going 21-for-27 from the line.</p> <p>Offensive rebounding was a key factor, as they grabbed 16 boards on the offensive end. PJ Haggerty led the way with 29 points, shooting 53.3% overall and 66.7% from deep. Joseph Pinion added 22 points, hitting 5 threes, while Dyondre Dominguez was perfect from beyond the arc, going 3-for-3 and finishing with 19 points in just 18 minutes.</p><p>Arkansas State's defense held their opponent to 72 points, with a strong effort in limiting field goals. They allowed just 35% shooting overall, as the opposition went 21/59 from the field.</p> <p>Inside the arc, Arkansas State gave up 14/37 shooting (37%), while from three-point range, they allowed 7/22 (31%). They also sent the opponent to the free-throw line 34 times, where they made 23 (67%).</p>

UT Arlington Mavericks vs Arkansas State Red Wolves NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 12/12/24

<p>Planning on watching today's Hatters and Royals game? Catch the action at Curry Arena in Charlotte, NC, as the Royals hosts this showdown at 7:00 ET on ESPN+. The over/under for this game is set at 155.5 points, and Queens (NC) is favored by -8.5 vs. Stetson in a Atlantic Sun conference matchup.</p><h3>STETSON HATTERS VS QUEENS (NC) ROYALS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Stetson Hatters +8.5</p><p>This game will be played at Curry Arena at 7:00 ET on Thursday, January 2nd.</p><h3>WHY BET THE STETSON HATTERS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 82-66 in favor of the Hatters.</li><li>Not only will Stetson pick up the win, but look for them to cover at +8.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 155.5 points, and we like the under with a projected 148 points.</li></ul><h3>Will the Hatters Win in Charlotte?</h3><p>Stetson's season continued its rough start with an 85-45 loss to Florida on Sunday, dropping the Hatters to 0-11. Despite being +39 point underdogs, they failed to cover the spread.</p> <p>After trailing 46-27 at halftime, Stetson managed just 18 points in the 2nd half while allowing 39. The combined score of 130 points came in well under the O/U line of 160.5.</p><p>Stetson's offense struggled mightily in their last game, managing just 45 points on 26.5% shooting from the field. Their effective field goal percentage was a mere 29.4%, and they hit only 3 of 24 attempts from beyond the arc, finishing with a 12.5% three-point shooting percentage.</p> <p>Alijah Martin and Will Richard were the bright spots, with Martin scoring 18 points and Richard adding 17 on 72.7% shooting. Walter Clayton Jr. also contributed 12 points, hitting 80% of his shots and 66.7% from three-point range.</p><p>Stetson's defense struggled, giving up 85 points on 50% shooting from the field. They allowed 35 made field goals on 69 attempts.</p> <p>Inside the arc, the Hatters gave up 26 two-point baskets on 44 attempts, a 59% success rate for their opponent.</p><h3>Will the Royals Win at Curry Arena?</h3><h3>Queens (NC) Royals Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Queens (NC) fell to 5-6 on the season after an 80-62 loss to Ole Miss on Saturday, December 21st. The Royals were significant underdogs at +27.5 but managed to cover the spread.</p> 

<p>Trailing 38-33 at halftime, Queens was outscored 42-29 in the 2nd half. The game’s total points of 142 fell short of the 152 O/U line.</p><p>In their latest game, the Queens (NC) Royals put up 62 points, shooting 45.1% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 54.9%. They hit 60% of their two-point attempts and connected on 35.5% from beyond the arc, making 11 threes on 31 attempts. Their free-throw shooting was a struggle, as they hit just 5 of 11, or 45.5%.</p> <p>Sean Pedulla led the way with 25 points, shooting 64.3% overall, though he was just 1 of 4 from three. Maban Jabriel added 15 points, hitting 5 threes at a 50% clip. The Royals dished out 19 assists and grabbed 7 offensive rebounds in the game.</p><p>Queens (NC) gave up 80 points in their last game, with the opposing team shooting 47% from the field, hitting 31 of 65 shots. Inside the arc, the Royals allowed 63% shooting, as the opponent connected on 24 of 38 two-point attempts.</p> <p>From beyond the three-point line, Queens (NC) held the opposition to 25% shooting, as they made just 7 of 27 attempts. The Royals also sent the other team to the free-throw line 14 times, where they converted 11 shots for 78%.</p>

Stetson Hatters vs Queens (NC) Royals NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 1/2/25

<p>Betting on today's Bobcats and Thundering Herd game? Catch the action at Cam Henderson Center in Huntington, WV, as the Thundering Herd hosts this showdown at 7:00 ET on ESPN+. In this Sun Belt matchup, Texas State is favored bt -1.5 vs. Marshall. The over/under for the game is 144.5 points.</p><h3>TEXAS STATE BOBCATS VS MARSHALL THUNDERING HERD BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Marshall Thundering Herd +1.5</p><p>This game will be played at Cam Henderson Center at 7:00 ET on Thursday, January 2nd.</p><h3>WHY BET THE MARSHALL THUNDERING HERD:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 79-67 in favor of the Thundering Herd.</li><li>Not only will Marshall pick up the win, but look for them to cover at +1.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 144.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 146 points.</li></ul><h3>Will the Bobcats Defense Show Up in Huntington?</h3><p>Texas State fell to 6-5 on the season after an 80-72 home loss to UT Arlington on Sunday. The Bobcats, who were -6.5 favorites going into the game, not only lost straight up but also failed to cover the spread. The total points for the game ended at 152, surpassing the O/U line of 147.5.</p> <p>Texas State led 39-32 at halftime but struggled in the second half, scoring just 33 points while allowing 48 to the Mavericks. This second-half collapse was a key factor in their loss.</p><p>Texas State put up 72 points in their last game, shooting 38.5% from the field and 23.5% from three-point range. Their effective field goal percentage was 42.3%, and they hit 28 of 35 free throws, good for 80%.</p> <p>Diante Smith led the way with 24 points, hitting 9 of 11 shots, including 2 of 3 from beyond the arc. Tyrel Morgan added 22 points and 8 rebounds, while Lance Ware contributed 19 points and 12 boards.</p><p>Even though Texas State held their opponent to just 38% shooting from the field, they still gave up 80 points. Most of the damage came from the free-throw line, where their opponent hit 28 of 35 attempts, shooting 80%.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Texas State's defense limited their opponent to just 4 made threes on 17 attempts, a 23% success rate. They also allowed 10 offensive rebounds in the game.</p><h3>Can the Thundering Herd Secure a Win at Home?</h3><h3>Marshall Thundering Herd Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Marshall dropped to 5-7 on the season after a 73-59 road loss to Elon on Saturday, December 28th. They entered the game as +5 point underdogs and failed to cover the spread. The total points for the game were 132, falling short of the O/U line of 144.5.</p> 

<p>Marshall trailed 37-28 at halftime and couldn’t close the gap in the second half, scoring 31 points while allowing 36. The Thundering Herd will look to bounce back as they continue their season.</p><p>Marshall's offense struggled in their last game, putting up just 59 points on 30.9% shooting from the field. Their effective field goal percentage was 35.3%, and they hit only 20% of their three-point attempts, going 6-for-30 from deep.</p> <p>They did manage to grab 18 offensive rebounds and dish out 14 assists. Nick Dorn led the way, scoring 29 points and hitting 6 of 10 threes, while Mikal Dawson added 24 points, connecting on 5 of 9 from beyond the arc.</p><p>Marshall's defense gave up 73 points while holding the opposing team to 40% shooting from the field. They allowed 23 made field goals on 57 attempts.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, the opposition shot 33%, hitting 8 of their 24 three-point attempts. Marshall also sent them to the line 25 times, where they converted 19 free throws for a 76% success rate.</p>

<p>Planning on watching today's Red Wolves and Monarchs game? Catch the action at Chartway Arena in Norfolk, VA, as the Monarchs hosts this showdown at 7:00 ET on ESPN+. Arkansas State is favored by -11.5 in this Sun Belt conference matchup the against Old Dominion. The over/under for the game is set at 154.5 points.</p><h3>ARKANSAS STATE RED WOLVES VS OLD DOMINION MONARCHS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Old Dominion Monarchs +11.5</p><p>This game will be played at Chartway Arena at 7:00 ET on Thursday, January 2nd.</p><h3>WHY BET THE OLD DOMINION MONARCHS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 79-67 in favor of the Monarchs.</li><li>Not only will Old Dominion pick up the win, but look for them to cover at +11.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 154.5 points, and we like the under with a projected 146 points.</li></ul><h3>Do the Red Wolves Have a Shot at a Road Win?</h3><h3>Arkansas State Red Wolves Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Arkansas State improved to 9-3 on the season with a dominant 97-67 win over Coastal Carolina on Saturday. The Red Wolves, who were favored by 15 points, covered the spread and the game’s total points of 164 exceeded the O/U line of 141.5.</p> 

<p>Leading 53-22 at halftime, Arkansas State’s defense slipped in the second half, allowing 45 points while scoring 44. Despite the defensive letdown, they maintained control and secured the win.</p><p>Arkansas State's offense exploded for 97 points in their last game, shooting 55% from the field and an impressive 53.3% from three-point range, hitting 16 of 30 attempts. Their effective field goal percentage was a remarkable 68.3%, and they also connected on 78.9% of their free throws, going 15 for 19 from the line.</p> <p>Josh Hill led the way with 26 points in just 16 minutes, shooting 50% from three on 6 of 12 attempts. Jordan Battle added 20 points and 7 rebounds, hitting 3 of 4 from beyond the arc, while Joseph Pinion contributed 19 points, knocking down 4 of 7 threes. The Red Wolves dished out 20 assists as a team.</p><p>Despite Arkansas State's defensive efforts, they gave up 67 points, with their opponent shooting 55% from the field. The Red Wolves allowed 33 made field goals on 60 attempts.</p> <p>From three-point range, Arkansas State's opponent shot 53%, hitting 16 of 30 attempts. They also sent them to the free-throw line 19 times, where they converted 15 for 78%.</p><h3>Do the Monarchs Have a Shot at a Home Win?</h3><h3>Old Dominion Monarchs Recent Game/Games</h3> <p>Old Dominion improved to 3-8 on the season with an 80-75 road win over Louisiana-Monroe on Saturday. Entering the game as +3 underdogs, the Monarchs not only secured the win but also covered the spread.</p> <p>ODU led 32-29 at halftime and scored 36 points in the 2nd half, while allowing 39. The total points for the game reached 155, surpassing the O/U line of 143.5.</p><p>Old Dominion put up 80 points in their last game, shooting 39.4% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 45.5%. They hit 33.3% of their threes (8/24) and were strong at the free-throw line, making 20 of 24 attempts (83.3%). Offensive rebounding was a key factor, as they grabbed 19 boards on that end.</p> <p>Robert Davis Jr. led the way with 32 points, hitting 7 threes at a 50% clip (7/14) and shooting 47.1% overall. Jacob Wilson added 23 points, connecting on 5 of 8 from deep (62.5%), while also contributing 6 rebounds. R.J. Blakney was a force on the boards, pulling down 13 rebounds to go along with 11 points.</p><p>Old Dominion's defense held their opponent to 75 points on 36% shooting from the field, as they went 24/65 overall. The Monarchs limited two-point opportunities, with the opposing team hitting just 35% of their shots inside the arc, going 17/48.</p> <p>From three-point range, the opponent shot 41%, making 7 of their 17 attempts. At the free-throw line, they converted 20 of 26 attempts, shooting 76%. Old Dominion also gave up 11 offensive rebounds.</p>

<p>Planning on watching today's Panthers and Golden Grizzlies game? Catch the action at Athletics Center O'rena in Rochester, MI, as the Golden Grizzlies hosts this showdown at 7:00 ET on ESPN+. The over/under for this game is set at 146.5 points, and Oakland is favored by -1.5 vs. Milwaukee in a Horizon League conference matchup.</p><h3>MILWAUKEE PANTHERS VS OAKLAND GOLDEN GRIZZLIES BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Oakland Golden Grizzlies -1.5</p><p>This game will be played at Athletics Center O'rena at 7:00 ET on Thursday, January 2nd.</p><h3>WHY BET THE OAKLAND GOLDEN GRIZZLIES:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 78-69 in favor of the Golden Grizzlies.</li><li>Not only will Oakland pick up the win, but look for them to cover at -1.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 146.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 147 points.</li></ul><h3>Will the Milwaukee Defense Show Up on the Road?</h3><h3>Milwaukee Panthers Recent Game/Games</h3> <p>Milwaukee improved to 8-4 on the season with an 88-81 win over the Jaguars on Sunday. The Panthers were -16.5 favorites at home but didn’t cover the spread. The game’s total points of 169 exceeded the O/U line of 148.5.</p> <p>Milwaukee and IUPUI were tied at 35 after the first half. The Panthers scored 53 points in the 2nd half while allowing 46 to pull away for the win.</p><p>The Panthers put up 88 points in their last game, shooting 53.8% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 57.7%. They were strong inside, hitting 62.2% of their two-point attempts, while going 5-for-15 from three-point range (33.3%). At the free-throw line, they connected on 27 of 37 attempts, good for 73%.</p> <p>Themus Fulks led the way with 26 points and 5 assists, shooting 60% from the field. Sean Craig added 22 points and 8 rebounds, hitting 66.7% of his shots, including 2-of-3 from beyond the arc. Kentrell Pullian contributed 20 points, knocking down 4-of-7 threes, and Paul Zilinskas chipped in 21 points, despite shooting just 2-of-8 from deep.</p><p>Milwaukee's defense struggled in their last game, giving up 81 points on 53% shooting from the field. They allowed their opponent to connect on 62% of their two-point attempts, with 23 makes on 37 shots.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Milwaukee's defense held their opponent to 33% shooting, with just 5 made threes on 15 attempts. However, they sent them to the free-throw line 37 times, where they converted 27 for 73%. Milwaukee also gave up 12 offensive rebounds.</p><h3>Will the Golden Grizzlies Pull Through as the Favored Home Team?</h3><p>Oakland’s season continued to be a struggle as they fell to 3-10 after a 92-62 loss to Arkansas on Monday. The Golden Grizzlies were +16.5 point underdogs going into the game and failed to cover the spread. The total points for the game reached 154, surpassing the O/U line of 139.5.</p> <p>Oakland kept things close in the first half, trailing just 42-39 at the break. However, they managed only 23 points in the second half while allowing 50 points, leading to the lopsided final score.</p><p>Oakland's offense struggled from beyond the arc in their last game, shooting just 11.8% on 2-of-17 three-point attempts. Their overall field goal percentage was 40%, with an effective field goal percentage of 41.7%. Inside the arc, they connected on 51.2% of their two-point shots, going 22-for-43.</p> <p>Adou Thiero and Boogie Fland each contributed 22 points, with Thiero adding 6 rebounds and 6 assists. Fland hit 5-of-8 threes, shooting 53.3% overall. Buru Naivalurua added 18 points and 9 rebounds, while Karter Knox and Allen Mukeba each scored 17 points, with Knox hitting 3-of-5 threes.</p><p>Oakland struggled defensively, giving up 92 points on 60% shooting from the field. Their opponents were particularly effective inside, hitting 69% of their two-point attempts (25/36).</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Oakland allowed 10 threes on 45% shooting. They also sent their opponents to the line 14 times, where they converted 85% of their free throws.</p>

<p>Looking to win big? The Jackrabbits and Wolf Pack face off at 10:00 ET on MWN. The Wolf Pack are hosting the game at Lawlor Events Center in Reno, NV. The over/under for this game is set at 140.5 points, and Nevada is favored by -10 against South Dakota State in a non-conference matchup.</p><h3>SOUTH DAKOTA STATE JACKRABBITS VS NEVADA WOLF PACK BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: South Dakota State Jackrabbits +10</p><p>This game will be played at Lawlor Events Center at 10:00 ET on Wednesday, December 11th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE SOUTH DAKOTA STATE JACKRABBITS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 78-70 in favor of the Wolf Pack.</li><li>Even though we have Nevada winning straight-up, we like South Dakota State at +10.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 140.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 148 points.</li></ul><h3>Will South Dakota State Come Through as Road Underdogs?</h3><p>South Dakota State improved to 6-3 on the season with a 74-53 win over Eastern Washington on Saturday. The Jackrabbits, who were -10 point favorites, covered the spread in the victory.</p> <p>After taking a commanding 42-22 lead at halftime, SDSU scored 32 points in the 2nd half while allowing 31. The total points for the game ended at 127, well below the O/U line of 153.5.</p><p>South Dakota State put up 74 points in their last game, shooting 40.6% from the field. Their effective field goal percentage was 46.9%, thanks to hitting just 22.6% from three-point range (7/31), while connecting on 57.6% of their two-point attempts (19/33).</p> <p>Oscar Cluff was a standout, scoring 19 points on 8/9 shooting and grabbing 11 rebounds in just 22 minutes. Joe Sayler added 18 points, hitting 3 of 10 from beyond the arc. The Jackrabbits also excelled at the free-throw line, making 15 of 16 attempts (93.8%) and pulling down 18 offensive rebounds.</p><p>South Dakota State's defense held their opponent to 53 points, with a 40% shooting performance from the field. The Jackrabbits allowed 19 two-point baskets on 33 attempts, a 57% success rate.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, their opponent struggled, hitting just 7 of 31 threes, or 22%. They also sent them to the line 16 times, where they made 15 free throws, a 93% clip. South Dakota State gave up 18 offensive rebounds.</p><h3>Will the Wolf Pack Secure A Victory as Home Favorites?</h3><h3>Nevada Wolf Pack Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Nevada's season record dropped to 6-3 after a 68-64 road loss to Loyola Marymount on Saturday. The Wolf Pack, favored by eight points, not only lost the game but also failed to cover the spread. The game’s total points of 132 fell short of the 137.5 over/under line.</p> 

<p>Nevada found themselves trailing 35-25 at halftime but showed some fight in the second half, outscoring the Lions 39-33. However, their comeback effort wasn’t enough to secure the win.</p><p>Nevada's offense struggled in their last game, shooting just 35% from the field and 25% from three-point range. Their effective field goal percentage was 40%, and they managed only 9 assists as a team.</p> <p>Alex Merkviladze hit 5 threes, finishing with 19 points and 6 rebounds. Caleb Stone-Carrawell added 15 points, connecting on 3 of 5 three-point attempts.</p><p>Nevada's defense gave up 68 points in their last game, with the opposing team shooting 42% from the field, hitting 21 of their 50 attempts. Inside the arc, they connected on 52% of their shots, going 10/19.</p> <p>From three-point range, the opposition made 11 of 31 attempts, shooting 35%. They also went to the free-throw line 21 times, converting 15 for a 71% success rate. Nevada allowed 10 offensive rebounds.</p>

South Dakota State Jackrabbits vs Nevada Wolf Pack NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 12/11/24

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<p>FOX will be handling the television broadcast as the Syracuse Orange and Washington State Cougars face off in the DirecTV Holiday Bowl. The game is set for Friday, December 27th, at 8:00 ET, and Snapdragon Stadium in San Diego will serve as the neutral site. Syracuse comes in with a 9-3 record, while Washington State is 8-4. The Orange are -5.5-point favorites, and the over/under line is currently 61.5 points.</p><h3>SYRACUSE ORANGE VS WASHINGTON STATE COUGARS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Syracuse Orange -5.5</p><p>This game will be played at Snapdragon Stadium at 8:00 ET on Friday, December 27th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE SYRACUSE ORANGE:</h3><ul><li>We have the Syracuse Orange winning this one by a score of 38 to 31</li><li>Not only do we have the Syracuse Orange winning straight-up, we have them covering the spread at -5.5</li><li>Look for this game to go over the line of 61.5 points</li></ul><h3>Will The Syracuse Orange Take Care Of Business As The Favorite?</h3><p>Syracuse heads into their Week 1 game against Washington State with a 9-3 record. They’ve gone 4-1 at home and 2-2 on the road this season. The Orange have been favored in four of their 12 games, going 3-1 as the favorite and 3-2 as the underdog.</p> <p></p><p>They have a +3.9 average scoring margin and a 4-5 record against the spread. Syracuse is 1-3 ATS as the favorite but 3-2 ATS as the underdog. At home, they are 0-3 ATS as the favorite and 2-0 as the underdog.</p> <p></p><p>The over/under line for this week is 61.5 points. Syracuse’s average over/under line this season is 55.9 points, and their games have averaged 61.2 points. They are 4-4-1 against the over/under, with nine games having lower lines than this week’s total.</p><p>Syracuse’s offense has been centered around their passing game, leading the nation in passing attempts, completions, and yards per game. They average 363.1 yards through the air and are ranked 28th in scoring, with 32.6 points per game. Our power rankings place them as the 20th best offense heading into week 1.</p> <p>Kyle McCord is the team’s quarterback, throwing for 4,326 yards and 29 touchdowns, though he has 12 interceptions and a passer rating of 97. Syracuse ranks 10th in third-down conversions, with a 48.9% success rate. On the ground, they average 94.8 rushing yards per game.</p><p>Syracuse's defense has allowed an average of 28.7 points per game this season, including 38 points in their latest matchup against Miami. They gave up 503 total yards, with 349 yards coming through the air and 154 on the ground, while allowing three rushing touchdowns and two passing scores.</p> <p></p><p>Opponents have averaged 216 passing yards per game against Syracuse, completing 65.6% of their passes. Syracuse's defense has faced the 16th fewest rushing attempts in the country, allowing 153.8 rushing yards per game.</p><h3>Will Home Field Advantage Help The Washington State Cougars Upset The Syracuse Orange?</h3><p>Washington State enters Week 1 against Syracuse with an 8-4 record. They’ve gone 3-1 at home and 3-3 on the road this season. The Cougars have been favored in seven of their 12 games, posting a 4-3 record as the favorite.</p> <p></p><p>Against the spread, Washington State is 5-5, with a 3-1 record at home and 2-4 on the road. They’ve gone 3-4 ATS as the favorite and have a +8.7 average scoring margin this season.</p> <p></p><p>The over/under line for this week is 61.5 points. Washington State’s games have averaged 64.8 points, with their over/under record at 4-6. On average, their games have exceeded the line by 1.1 points, and seven games have had higher totals than this week’s line.</p><p>Washington State’s offense ranks 10th in the nation in points per game, averaging 36.8, and they are 33rd in our offensive power rankings heading into this week. Quarterback John Mateer has thrown for 3,139 yards and has a passer rating of 113, leading the team to 9th in the nation in passer rating. Mateer has 29 touchdown passes and seven interceptions this season.</p> <p>Kyle Williams has been Mateer’s top target, with 1,026 receiving yards and 13 touchdowns on 60 catches. Washington State is 25th in passing yards per game, averaging 268.8, and they are 22nd in completion percentage at 65.2%.</p><p>Washington State's defense has struggled this season, allowing an average of 28.1 points per game. They rank 121st in the nation against the run, giving up 174 rushing yards per game. Opposing quarterbacks have posted a passer rating of 85.1, completing 62.1% of their passes and averaging 255.3 passing yards per game against the Cougars.</p><p></p><p>In their recent game, a 15-14 loss to Wyoming, the defense allowed 15 points, giving up 342 total yards, including 136 rushing yards on 39 attempts. The secondary allowed 206 passing yards but also recorded an interception.</p>

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<p>Planning on watching today's Wildcats and Fighting Hawks game? Catch the action at Betty Engelstad Sioux Center in Grand Forks, ND, as the Fighting Hawks hosts this showdown at 8:00 ET on Summ. Weber State comes into this non-conference matchup as the -2 point favorite. The over/under line currently sits at 143 points.</p><h3>WEBER STATE WILDCATS VS NORTH DAKOTA FIGHTING HAWKS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: North Dakota Fighting Hawks +2</p><p>This game will be played at Betty Engelstad Sioux Center at 8:00 ET on Saturday, December 7th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE NORTH DAKOTA FIGHTING HAWKS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 76-69 in favor of the Fighting Hawks.</li><li>Not only will North Dakota pick up the win, but look for them to cover at +2.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 143 points, and we like the over with a projected 145 points.</li></ul><h3>Is a Road Win Possible for Weber State?</h3><h3>Weber State Wildcats Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>The Wildcats fell to 2-5 on the season after a 77-73 home loss to North Dakota State on Wednesday, December 4th. Weber State entered the game as -4.5 favorites but failed to cover the spread.</p> 

<p>After trailing 42-34 at halftime, the Wildcats outscored the Bison 39-35 in the second half but couldn’t complete the comeback. The total points for the game reached 150, surpassing the O/U line of 140.5.</p><p>Weber State's offense put up 73 points in their last game, shooting 44.3% from the field and 36% from beyond the arc, with an effective field goal percentage of 52.5%. They connected on 18 of 36 two-point attempts, and their free-throw shooting was 71.4% (10/14). The Wildcats also grabbed 10 offensive rebounds and dished out 12 assists.</p> <p>Jacksen Moni led the way with 22 points, hitting 4 of 5 threes and shooting 66.7% overall. Jacari White added 20 points and 9 rebounds, while Viljami Vartiainen contributed 18 points, making 4 of 7 from deep. Tajavis Miller hit 3 threes, and Alex Tew shot 62.5% from the field, finishing with 12 points.</p><p>Weber State's defense gave up 77 points in their last game, with the opposing team shooting 44% from the field. They allowed 27 made field goals on 61 attempts.</p> <p>From two-point range, the other team shot 50%, hitting 18 of 36 shots. From beyond the arc, they made 9 of 25 threes, good for 36%. Weber State also sent them to the line 14 times, where they made 10 free throws, shooting 71%. The Wildcats gave up 10 offensive rebounds.</p><h3>Can the Fighting Hawks Lock in a Home Win?</h3><p>The Fighting Hawks fell to 2-6 on the season after an 87-81 loss to Eastern Washington on Wednesday. Despite being +7 point underdogs, they kept it close and covered the spread. The game’s total points of 168 went over the pre-game line of 150.5.</p> <p>North Dakota led 42-40 at halftime but allowed 47 points in the 2nd half while scoring 39. The Hawks will need to tighten up defensively as they look to turn their season around.</p><p>North Dakota put up 81 points in their last game, shooting 50% from the field and posting an effective field goal percentage of 55.4%. They connected on 57.9% of their two-point attempts and hit 33.3% from beyond the arc, going 6-for-18 from three-point range.</p> <p>At the free-throw line, the Fighting Hawks shot 67.9%, making 19 of 28 attempts. They grabbed 13 offensive rebounds and dished out just 6 assists. Treysen Eaglestaff led the way with 24 points, while Andrew Cook and Amar Kuljuhovic each added 20 points, with Kuljuhovic shooting 63.6% from the field.</p><p>North Dakota's defense struggled in their last game, giving up 87 points on 50% shooting from the field. The Fighting Hawks allowed 31 made field goals on 62 attempts.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, North Dakota's opponents shot 54%, hitting 12 of 22 three-pointers. They also sent them to the line 18 times, where they made 13 free throws.</p>

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