USC Recap

The USC Trojans come into this game looking to bounce back from a 69-66 loss at the hands of Minnesota last time out to sit at 14-11 on the year. After this game, USC will head on the road to take on Rutgers.

Trojans Can’t Find Their Footing

Desmond Claude leads USC in scoring and assists with 16 PPG and 4.4 APG along with 3.7 RPG while Chibuzo Agbo has 12.1 PPG with 4.6 RPG. Wesley Yates III has 12.8 PPG while Saint Thomas has 10 PPG with a team-high 6.1 RPG to lead the Trojans on the glass so far this season. Josh Cohen also has 7 PPG with 2.5 RPG while Rashaun Agee has 6.8 PPG with 3.5 RPG as well on the year. As a team, USC is averaging 76.6 PPG on 48.3% shooting from the field, 36.3% from three and 73.2% from the foul line this season.

Why the USC Trojans will win

• USC has won six of its last seven games following a home loss.

Maryland Recap

The Maryland Terrapins come into this game looking to add on to their 101-75 win over Iowa last time out to sit at 20-6 on the year. After this game, Maryland will welcome Michigan State to town.

Terrapins Win 3^rd In A Row

Derik Queen leads the Terps in scoring with 16 PPG along with 8.8 RPG while Ja’Kobi Gillespie has 14.7 PPG with a team-high 4.8 APG to lead the Terrapins in the assist department. Rodney Rice has 13.4 PPG and Selton Miguel has 12 PPG, while Julian Reese has 13.8 PPG with a team-high 9.2 RPG to lead the Terrapins on the glass and to cap off the group of double-digit scorers for Maryland so far this season. As a team, Maryland is averaging 83.5 PPG on 48.8% shooting from the field, 37.4% from three and 74.2% from the foul line this season.

Why the Maryland Terrapins will win

• Maryland has won each of its last 13 games at XFINITY Center against non-AP-ranked opponents.
• USC has lost six of its last seven night games against AP-ranked opponents.

Total Points Facts

• Twelve of Maryland’s last 13 night games against non-AP-ranked opponents at XFINITY Center have produced a total of 148 or fewer points.
• Twenty of USC’s last 25 night games against AP-ranked opponents have produced a total of 151 or fewer points.

Maryland vs USC Prediction

I’m on the over in this game. This Maryland offense has come alive in a lot of their recent performances, and just cracked the century mark against Iowa. Does that say more about the Iowa defense or about Maryland’s offense? Maybe it’s both, but this is going to be a good chance to see. On the other side, USC has a respectable lineup that’s been able to hang offensively in recent games despite not being the most consistent at winning games, putting up 70+ in 8 of their last 10 games overall. I think this is going to be a bit of a track meet, so give me the over.

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Louisiana Tech Recap

The Louisiana Tech Bulldogs come into this game looking to bounce back from a 70-68 loss at the hands of Jacksonville State last time out to fall to 17-9 on the year. After this game, Louisiana Tech will head on the road to take on Western Kentucky.

Bulldogs Drop Back-To-Back Games

Daniel Batcho leads the Bulldogs in scoring with 17.9 PPG along with 6.7 RPG while Amaree Abram has 12 PPG with 4.6 RPG as the only other double-digit scorer for LA Tech so far this season. Kaden Cooper has 9.8 PPG with a team-high 7.3 RPG to lead Louisiana Tech in rebounding while Sean Newman Jr. has 9.7 PPG with a team-high 8.3 APG to lead the Bulldogs in the assist department up to this point in the year. Al Green’s also added 8.8 PPG so far this season. As a team, Louisiana Tech is averaging 73.8 PPG on 47.2% shooting from the field, 33.4% from three and 74.5% from the foul line so far this season.

Why the Louisiana Tech Bulldogs will win

• The road team has won each of Louisiana Tech’s last three games.
• Middle Tennessee has lost three of its last four night games.

Middle Tennessee Recap

The Middle Tennessee Blue Raiders come into this game looking to add on to an 87-77 win over Western Kentucky last time out to improve to 17-8 on the year. After this game, Middle Tennessee will welcome Sam Houston to town.

Blue Raiders Win Back-To-Back Games & 7 Of Last 10

Jestin Porter leads the Blue Raiders in scoring with 16.2 PPG along with 1.3 SPG while Essam Mostafa has 13.8 PPG with 8.9 RPG to lead the Blue Raiders on the glass. Jlynn Counter has 11.3 PPG as well as 4.2 RPG and 3.3 APG for Middle Tennessee on the year. Camryn Weston has 11.2 PPG along with 3.8 RPG and a team-high 3.6 APG to lead Middle Tennessee in assists and to cap off the group of double-digit scorers for the Blue Raiders. Kamari Lands also has 9.2 PPG while Torey Alston also has 6.6 PPG and 5.7 RPG. As a team, Middle Tennessee is averaging 76.2 PPG on 45.6% shooting from the field, 32.3% from three and 67.2% from the foul line this season.

Why the Middle Tennessee Blue Raiders will win

• Middle Tennessee has won 10 of its last 11 home games against the Conference USA.
• Louisiana Tech has lost five of its last six road games.

Middle Tennessee vs Louisiana Tech Prediction

I’m on Middle Tennessee here. I think that the Blue Raiders are just the better team in better form not just as of late but in conference play this season as this is just not the conference season that Louisiana Tech had in mind I’m guessing. The Blue Raiders have been better than I’d have expected as this is a veteran laden team that does their best work at home, so give me Middle Tennessee laying the points at home in this one.

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Memphis Grizzlies Betting Preview

The Memphis Grizzlies beat the Suns, lost to the Clippers, and they play the Magic, Cavs, and Suns next. The Memphis Grizzlies are averaging 123.3 points on 48.6 percent shooting and allowing 115.8 points on 45.1 percent shooting. Jaren Jackson Jr. is averaging 23 points and 6 rebounds, while Ja Morant is averaging 20.7 points and 7.4 assists. Desmond Bane is the third double-digit scorer and Santi Aldama is grabbing 6.7 rebounds. The Memphis Grizzlies are shooting 37.5 percent from beyond the arc and 76.8 percent from the free throw line. The Memphis Grizzlies are allowing 35 percent shooting from deep and are grabbing 47.8 rebounds per game.

Indiana Pacers Betting Preview

The Indiana Pacers beat the Wizards, lost to the Knicks, and they play the Clippers, Nuggets, and Raptors next. The Indiana Pacers are averaging 115.7 points on 48.8 percent shooting and allowing 115.1 points on 47.3 percent shooting. Pascal Siakam is averaging 20.7 points and 7.3 rebounds, while Tyrese Haliburton is averaging 17.8 points and 3.6 rebounds. Benedict Mathurin is the third double-digit scorer and Myles Turner is grabbing 6.6 rebounds. The Indiana Pacers are shooting 36.7 percent from beyond the arc and 78.1 percent from the free-throw line. The Indiana Pacers are allowing 35.7 percent shooting from deep and are grabbing 41.5 rebounds per game.

Why the Indiana Pacers will win

• The Pacers have won four of their last five games as underdogs against Western Conference opponents.
• The Grizzlies have lost five of their last six road games against Pacers teams that held a winning record.
• The Pacers have covered the spread in each of their last four home games after coming off overtime.
• The Grizzlies have failed to cover the spread in five of their last six games against teams that held a winning record.

Why the Memphis Grizzlies will win

• The favorites have won each of the Pacers’ last 11 games at Gainbridge Fieldhouse.
• The Pacers have lost each of their last 10 games as underdogs following an overtime win.
• The Grizzlies have covered the spread in each of their last 10 games as favorites against Eastern Conference opponents.
• The Pacers have failed to cover the spread in each of their last five games against Grizzlies teams that held a winning record.

Pacers vs Grizzlies Injury Report

The Pacers won’t have Isaiah Jackson.

The Memphis Grizzlies will be without Cam Spencer and Johnny Davis.

Pacers vs Grizzlies Prediction

I’m simply not getting enough points to pull the trigger with the Pacers. The Indiana Pacers entered the break with losses in three of their last five games, and it could’ve been a loss to the Wizards as well, as neither team could get stops. The Grizzlies are too consistent, and they’re 35-19 ATS on the season. The Pacers have failed to cover seven of their last 10 games. The Grizzlies beat the Pacers by 15 points back in December. This line feels like a steal with it being so soft, but I’m not asking any questions. Give me the Grizzlies on the road.

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Boston Celtics Betting Preview

The Boston Celtics beat the Spurs and Heat, and play the Knicks, Raptors, and Pistons next. The Boston Celtics are averaging 117.2 points on 46 percent shooting and allowing 108.2 points on 45 percent shooting. Jayson Tatum is averaging 27 points and 8.7 rebounds, while Jaylen Brown is averaging 22.9 points and 6 rebounds. Kristaps Porzingis is the third double-digit scorer and Derrick White is grabbing 4.2 rebounds. The Boston Celtics are shooting 36.7 percent from beyond the arc and 79.3 percent from the free throw line. The Boston Celtics are allowing 34.9 percent shooting from deep and are grabbing 45.1 rebounds per game.

Philadelphia 76ers Betting Preview

The Philadelphia 76ers lost to the Raptors and Nets, and they play the Nets, Bulls, and Knicks next. The Philadelphia 76ers are averaging 109.1 points on 45.6 percent shooting and allowing 112.9 points on 48.6 percent shooting. Tyrese Maxey is averaging 27.6 points and 6.1 assists, while Joel Embiid is averaging 24.9 points and 8.5 rebounds. Paul George is the third double-digit scorer and Kelly Oubre Jr. is grabbing 6.5 rebounds. The Philadelphia 76ers are shooting 34.9 percent from beyond the arc and 78.6 percent from the free-throw line. The Philadelphia 76ers are allowing 36.8 percent shooting from deep and are grabbing 39 rebounds per game.

Why the Philadelphia 76ers will win

• The underdogs have won four of the 76ers’ last five games.
• The Celtics have lost five of their last seven games as favorites against Eastern Conference opponents following a win.
• The Celtics have failed to cover the spread in each of their last 10 games as favorites following a home win.
• The underdogs have covered the spread in each of the 76ers’ last eight games at Wells Fargo Center.

Why the Boston Celtics will win

• The Celtics have won 16 of their last 17 games against Atlantic Division opponents following a win.
• The 76ers have lost each of their last six games against Eastern Conference opponents.
• The 76ers have failed to cover the spread in each of their last six games.
• The Celtics have covered the spread in eight of their last nine games at Wells Fargo Center following a home win.

76ers vs Celtics Injury Report

The 76ers will be without Jared McCain, Justin Edwards, Kyle Lowry, and Eric Gordon.

The Celtics will be without Xavier Tillman due to a knee injury.

76ers vs Celtics Prediction

The Boston Celtics are capable of winning comfortably, but I’ll continue to ride the belief that the break is going to cause some sloppy, funky play. A week off breaks a rhythm. Also, the break allowed a team like the 76ers to get healthier. The Celtics have had issues covering these inflated lines, which has led to a 23-31-1 ATS record. The underdog has covered six of the last 10 games between the Celtics and 76ers, and four of those covers were outright wins. No Embiid or PG on the injury report is a sight for sore eyes. Give me the 76ers and the points.

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Orlando Magic Betting Preview

The Orlando Magic lost to the Hawks, beat the Hornets, and they play the Grizzlies, Wizards, and Cavs next. The Orlando Magic are averaging 104 points on 43.9 percent shooting and allowing 105.5 points on 47.4 percent shooting. Franz Wagner is averaging 25.1 points and 4.9 assists, while Paolo Banchero is averaging 22.5 points and 7.1 rebounds. Jalen Suggs is the third double-digit scorer and Anthony Black is grabbing 2.6 rebounds. The Orlando Magic are shooting 30.6 percent from beyond the arc and 76.4 percent from the free-throw line. The Orlando Magic are allowing 36.9 percent shooting from deep and are grabbing 41.6 rebounds per game.

Atlanta Hawks Betting Preview

The Atlanta Hawks lost to the Knicks, beat the Magic, and then play the Pistons, Heat, and Thunder next. The Atlanta Hawks are averaging 116.7 points on 46.3 percent shooting and allowing 119.2 points on 48.1 percent shooting. Trae Young is averaging 23.7 points and 3.2 rebounds, while Dyson Daniels is averaging 13.9 points and 5.4 rebounds. Onyeka Okongwu is the third double-digit scorer, and Zaccharie Risacher is grabbing 3.3 rebounds. The Atlanta Hawks are shooting 34.8 percent from beyond the arc and 77.2 percent from the free-throw line. The Atlanta Hawks are allowing 37 percent shooting from deep and are grabbing 45 rebounds per game.

Why the Atlanta Hawks will win

• The Magic have lost each of their last eight games following a win.
• The Hawks have won each of their last four games as home underdogs against Eastern Conference opponents.
• The Magic have failed to cover the spread in each of their last eight games following a win.
• The underdogs have covered the spread in each of the Hawks’ last eight games at State Farm Arena.

Why the Orlando Magic will win

• The Hawks have lost each of their last seven games after coming off overtime.
• The Magic have won 24 of their last 30 games against Eastern Conference opponents that held a losing record.
• The Hawks have failed to cover the spread in each of their last seven games after coming off overtime.
• The Magic have covered the spread in 12 of their last 14 games as road favorites against Southeast Division opponents.

Hawks vs Magic Injury Report

The Hawks won’t have Jalen Johnson, Kobe Bufkin, Larry Nance Jr., and Vit Krejci.

The Magic will be without Moritz Wagner and Jalen Suggs.

Hawks vs Magic Prediction

The Orlando Magic are one of the teams that could benefit most from the break, as they were struggling despite getting healthy. Maybe some time off can help the Magic adjust and get back to being the East contender they looked like in November. I’m still grabbing the bucket with the Hawks, a team that’s won eight of the last 10 games against the Magic. The Magic have also seen 19 of their 29 losses come on the road. The Hawks have covered nine of their last 10 games. Give me the Hawks in a game they could win outright given the history.

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Cleveland Cavaliers Betting Preview

The Cleveland Cavaliers beat the Timberwolves and Raptors, and they play the Knicks, Grizzlies, and Magic next. The Cleveland Cavaliers are averaging 122.5 points on 49.8 percent shooting and allowing 112 points on 45.5 percent shooting. Donovan Mitchell is averaging 23.9 points and 4.8 assists, while Darius Garland is averaging 21.6 points and 6.7 assists. Evan Mobley is the third double-digit scorer and De’Andre Hunter is grabbing 3 rebounds. The Cleveland Cavaliers are shooting 39.5 percent from beyond the arc and 78.7 percent from the free throw line. The Cleveland Cavaliers are allowing 36.3 percent shooting from deep and are grabbing 44.7 rebounds per game.

Brooklyn Nets Betting Preview

The Brooklyn Nets beat the Hornets and 76ers, and they play the 76ers, Wizards, and Thunder next. The Brooklyn Nets are averaging 105 points on 44.1 percent shooting and allowing 111 points on 47.8 percent shooting. Cam Thomas is averaging 24.7 points and 3.6 rebounds, while Cameron Johnson is averaging 19.1 points and 4.2 rebounds. D’Angelo Russell is the third double-digit scorer, and Nic Claxton is grabbing 7.5 rebounds. The Brooklyn Nets are shooting 34.8 percent from beyond the arc and 79.5 percent from the free-throw line. The Brooklyn Nets are allowing 36.9 percent shooting from deep and are grabbing 41 rebounds per game.

Why the Brooklyn Nets will win

• The Nets have won each of their last nine home games against the Cavaliers following a win.
• The Cavaliers have lost each of their last three games on the first leg of a back-to-back against the Nets.
• The Nets have covered the spread in each of their last five games against Eastern Conference opponents that held a winning record.
• The Cavaliers have failed to cover the spread in four of their last five games on the first leg of a back-to-back against the Nets.

Why the Cleveland Cavaliers will win

• The favorites have won each of the Cavaliers’ last 10 games at Barclays Center.
• The Nets have lost each of their last seven games as underdogs following a home win.
• The road team has covered the spread in each of the last four games between the Cavaliers and Nets.
• The Nets have failed to cover the spread in four of their last five games against opponents who are on the first leg of a back-to-back.

Nets vs Cavaliers Injury Report

The Nets will be without Cam Thomas and Noah Clowney.

The Cavs won’t have Dean Wade and JT Thor. Isaac Okoro and Ty Jerome are questionable.

Nets vs Cavaliers Prediction

The Cleveland Cavaliers are capable of blowing the doors off as they’re one of the best teams in the league and are 35-19 ATS on the season. The Cavs blasted the Nets by 29 points back in December. Still, this is a lot of points for two teams coming off the break. Also, the Nets have strung together three straight wins and all of a sudden find themselves in the running for a play-in spot. Maybe the Nets aren’t trying to tank after all? The Nets are also as healthy as they’ve been in a while. The Cavs should win, but it’shard to turn down the points with the Nets given the layoff and the way the Nets entered the break.

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Chicago Bulls Betting Preview

The Chicago Bulls lost to the Pistons and Warriors, and they play the Suns, 76ers, and Clippers next. The Chicago Bulls are averaging 116 points on 46.4 percent shooting and allowing 120.7 points on 47.3 percent shooting. Nikola Vucevic is averaging 19.1 points and 10.3 rebounds, while Coby White is averaging 18.2 points and 4.5 assists. Ayo Dosunmu is the third double-digit scorer and Josh Giddey is grabbing 7.1 rebounds. The Chicago Bulls are shooting 36.8 percent from beyond the arc and 79.8 percent from the free-throw line. The Chicago Bulls are allowing 34.5 percent shooting from deep and are grabbing 45.2 rebounds per game.

NY Knicks Betting Preview

The NY Knicks beat the Pacers and Hawks, and they play the Cavs, Celtics, and 76ers next. The NY Knicks are averaging 118.4 points on 49.5 percent shooting and allowing 112.5 points on 47.3 percent shooting. Jalen Brunson is averaging 26.1 points and 2.8 rebounds, while Karl-Anthony Towns is averaging 24.7 points and 3.3 assists. Mikal Bridges is the third double-digit scorer and OG Anunoby is grabbing 4.7 rebounds. The NY Knicks are shooting 37.6 percent from beyond the arc and 80.7 percent from the free throw line. The NY Knicks are allowing 37.8 percent shooting from deep and are grabbing 43 rebounds per game.

Why the New York Knicks will win

• The Knicks have won each of their last nine home games on the first leg of a back-to-back.
• The Bulls have lost eight of their last nine night games following a home loss.
• The Bulls have failed to cover the spread in eight of their last nine night games following a home loss.
• The favorites have covered the spread in each of the Bulls’ last four games.

Why the Chicago Bulls will win

• The Bulls have won seven of their last eight games as road underdogs against Eastern Conference opponents following a loss.
• The Knicks have lost each of their last four games as favorites against Central Division opponents following a win.
• The road team has covered the spread in each of the Knicks’ last six games.
• The Knicks have failed to cover the spread in each of their last four games against Central Division opponents that held a losing record.

Knicks vs Bulls Injury Report

The Knicks will be without Pacome Dadiet, Michael Robinson, OG Anunoby, Kevin McCullar Jr., and Josh Hart.

The Bulls will be without Patrick Williams and EJ Liddell.

Knicks vs Bulls Prediction

I don’t want to back the Chicago Bulls as much as the next guy, and a Knicks blowout would surprise nobody. However, this is a lot of points for two teams that haven’t played in a week. There’s potential rust on the line, and it’s also a look ahead spot for the Knicks with the Cavs on deck. Also, the Bulls are 2-0 SU and ATS against the Knicks this season. The underdog has also covered eight of the last 10 games between the Bulls and Knicks. The Bulls have 12 wins on the road this season, and the Knicks have seen 10 of their 18 losses come at home. I’ll take a shot with the Bulls and the boatload of points.

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UNC Asheville Bulldogs Betting Preview

The UNC Asheville Bulldogs beat SC Upstate and Charleston Southern, and they play Longwood, Presbyterian, and Winthrop next. The UNC Asheville Bulldogs are averaging 84.4 points on 47.6 percent shooting and allowing 76.1 points on 44.4 percent shooting. Jordan Marsh is averaging 18.8 points and 4.4 rebounds, while Toyaz Solomon is averaging 15.7 points and 7.5 rebounds. Josh Banks is the third double-digit scorer and Fletcher Abee is grabbing 1.9 rebounds. The UNC Asheville Bulldogs are shooting 35.6 percent from beyond the arc and 70.9 percent from the free throw line. The UNC Asheville Bulldogs are allowing 32.2 percent shooting from deep and are grabbing 33.5 rebounds per game.

Radford Highlanders Betting Preview

The Radford Highlanders beat Longwood, lost to Winthrop, and they play Presbyterian, Gardner-Webb, and Charleston Southern next. The Radford Highlanders are averaging 74.3 points on 44.9 percent shooting and allowing 71.1 points on 43.7 percent shooting. Jarvis Moss is averaging 13.9 points and 2 assists, while Brandon Maclin is averaging 10.1 points and 4.6 rebounds. Josiah Harris is grabbing 7.1 rebounds and Truth Harris is grabbing 2.2 rebounds. The Radford Highlanders are shooting 37 percent from beyond the arc and 75.7 percent from the free throw line. The Radford Highlanders are allowing 36.1 percent shooting from deep and are grabbing 32.6 rebounds per game.

Radford vs UNC Asheville Injury Report

Neither Radford nor UNC Asheville have a player listed on its injury report.

Radford vs UNC Asheville Prediction

The Radford Highlanders are getting the benefit of the doubt because they’re at home, where they’re 8-2 SU this season. However, Radford has had issues defensively lately, and it’s led to losses in five of its last eight games. UNC Asheville has won nine of its last 10 games and that includes upset wins over Gardner-Webb, Winthrop, and Presbyterian. UNC Asheville has six road wins on the season and is 6-0 SU and ATS in its last six games against Radford. UNC Asheville beat Radford a few weeks ago, holding the Highlanders to 35 percent shooting. You can argue UNC Asheville is the better team. Give me the free bucket.

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Sam Houston State Bearkats Betting Preview

The Sam Houston State Bearkats beat Jacksonville State and Kennesaw State, and they play Middle Tennessee, LA Tech, and UTEP next. The Sam Houston State Bearkats are averaging 75.7 points on 44.2 percent shooting and allowing 75.9 points on 44.6 percent shooting. Lamar Wilkerson is averaging 19.7 points and 3.8 rebounds, while Cameron Huefner is averaging 14 points and 5.2 rebounds. Marcus Boykin is the third double-digit scorer and Dorian Finister is grabbing 5.7 rebounds. The Sam Houston State Bearkats are shooting 38.3 percent from beyond the arc and 72 percent from the free throw line. The Sam Houston State Bearkats are allowing 34.7 percent shooting from deep and are grabbing 32.4 rebounds per game.

Western Kentucky Hilltoppers Betting Preview

The Western Kentucky Hilltoppers lost to Jacksonville State and Middle Tennessee, and they play LA Tech, UTEP, and New Mexico State next. The Western Kentucky Hilltoppers are averaging 77.8 points on 43.2 percent shooting and allowing 75.7 points on 41.4 percent shooting. Don McHenry is averaging 18 points and 3.2 rebounds, while Babacar Faye is averaging 15.2 points and 7.8 rebounds. Julius Thedford is the third double-digit scorer, and Khristian Lander is dishing 2 assists. The Western Kentucky Hilltoppers are shooting 34.3 percent from beyond the arc and 73.2 percent from the free throw line. The Western Kentucky Hilltoppers are allowing 31.1 percent shooting from deep and are grabbing 33.6 rebounds per game.

Western Kentucky vs Sam Houston State Injury Report

Western Kentucky will continue to be without Julius Thedford and Babacar Faye. Dorian Finister is questionable for Sam Houston State due to personal reasons.

Western Kentucky vs Sam Houston State Prediction

Sam Houston already lost to Western Kentucky a few weeks ago at home by nine points, and now goes on the road, where it’s 2-12 SU. The Western Kentucky Hilltoppers are 11-3 SU at home and are a profitable 12-9-2 ATS on the season. Sam Houston is 6-17 ATS on the season, which includes failed covers in seven of its last 10 games. You can make a strong argument that Western Kentucky should be bigger favorites. I’ll side with WKU and the reasonable chalk.

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Los Angeles Lakers Betting Preview

Portland Trail Blazers Betting Preview

Trail Blazers vs Lakers Prediction

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Charlotte Hornets Betting Preview

Denver Nuggets Betting Preview

Nuggets vs Hornets Prediction

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Can Oregon State Win Second Straight?

Oregon State has been up and down, but they have come off a big win in the last game. Orgon State faced off against Pacific in the last game and they were able to secure the 79-65 victory. Josiah Lake had a strong game putting up 16 points, five rebounds,  and two assists. There were six different players that put up at least 11 points, and they are going to need a balanced offensive attack again here. In the second half the defense gave up only 25 points and they are going to need the defense to step up in a big way again here. 

Oregon State sits with an 18-9 record overall and they have gone 18-9 against the spread and they have gone 17-8 against the spread. Oregon State is averaging 76.5 points while their defense is giving up 67.76 points per game. The offense has been good, but the defense has actually been the strength and is ranked 63rd in the league. Michael Rataj is averaging 17.1 points while shooting 49.5 percent from the field. 

Why Oregon State Will Beat Pepperdine

Pepperdine has lost 20 of its last 25 night games against Conference opponents at Firestone Fieldhouse.

Can Pepperdine Bounce Back?

Two games ago, Pepperdine faced off against San Diego, and they were able to secure an 88-81 victory. In the last game against Gonzaga though, it wasn’t much of the same, and they ended up losing 107-55. At halftime they were down 55-26 and in the second half they couldn’t get anything better. Danilo Dozic did have a strong game putting up 12 points, four rebounds, and three assists. There were three players who found offensive success,  but outside of those there just wasn’t any production. 

Pepperdine sits with a 10-17 record overall and they have gone 12-14 against the spread. At home this season they sit with a 6-7 record overall. Pepperdine is averaging 72.2 points while their defense is giving up 75.2 points per game. The offense is ranked 238th in the league while the defense is ranked 276th. Stefan Todorovic has been the top player this season averaging 18.7 points while shooting 45.1 percent from the field and 39.4 percent from behind the three point line. 

Pepperdine vs Oregon State Prediction

Oregon State is going to get the job done here with ease. Pepperdine’s defense is giving up 75.2 points per game, and they are going to really struggle to defend here. Oregon State is averaging 76.5 points per game, and they are going to put on an offensive show here. Pepperdine is going to struggle to keep up with their offense, and they are going to get the job done here. Back Oregon State against the spread here. 

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Phoenix Suns Betting Preview

San Antonio Spurs Betting Preview

Spurs vs Suns Prediction

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UMBC Fell Just Short

UMBC has been inconsistent and they fell just short in the last game against Bryant. UMBC scored 79 points, but the defense gave up 81 points and that led to the two point defeat. Marlon Short had a strong game putting up 23 points, four rebounds, and two assists. There were five different players that put up at least 10 points. In this game, it’s going to need to be a balanced attack, but the defense is going to need to be a whole lot better. Two games ago against Binghamton, UMBC scored 81 points and they won by four points. 

UMBC sits with a 12-15 record overall and they have gone 11-13 against the spread. The over has hit in 16 of the games. UMBC is averaging 80.3 points while their defense is giving up 77.4 points per game. The offense is ranked 44th in the league while the defense is ranked 320th in the league. They are shooting 48.8 percent from the field. Guard Bryce Johnson is averaging 16.7 points while shooting 51.2 percent from the field. 

Why UMBC WIll Beat UMass Lowell

• UMass Lowell has lost each of its last five night games against the America East Conference.
• UMBC has won nine of its last 11 games following a road loss.

UMass Lowell defense Has Issues

The UMass Lowell defense has some major issues, and they have lost three games in a row. Two games ago against Albany they were defeated 90-88 and in the last game against New Hampshire they were defeated 80-79. At halftime against the Wildcats, they were up 10 points, but in the second half, they blew the game late. Quinton Mincey had a strong game putting up 23 points, four rebounds, and three assists. There were four different players that ended up putting up at least 12 ponts. 

UMass Lowell sits with a 15-11 record overall and they have gone 8-15 against the spread UMass Lowell is averaging 80.5 points while their defense is giving up 74.3 points per game. The offense is ranked 40th in the league while the defense is ranked 257th . Quinton Mincey has been the top player putting up 16 points per game while shooting 46.9 percent from the field and 36.4 percent from behind the three point line. 

Why UMass Lowell Will beat UMBC

• UMass Lowell has won 41 of its last 45 games at Costello Athletic Center.
• UMBC has lost five of its last six games against the America East Conference.
• UMBC has lost the first half in 10 of its last 13 games against Conference opponents.

UMass Lowell vs UMBC Prediction

UMass Lowell and UMBC have both played to the overs so far this season, and that is going to continue to be the case again here. UMBC is averaging 80.3 points while UMass Lowell is averaging 80.5 points per game. Neither team is going to play any sort of defense here, and that will end up being the difference here. Both teams are going to go well over 80 points, and the over is going to cash. 

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Los Angeles Clippers Betting Preview

Milwaukee Bucks Betting Preview

Bucks vs Clippers Prediction

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San Francisco Dons Betting Preview

The San Francisco Dons are 21-7 (11-4) this season after they defeated San Diego by a score of 84-61 in their last game. San Francisco led 42-31 at halftime and added 42 more points in the second half in the win. The Dons shot 46.8% from the field, 45% on three pointers, and 68% on free throws in the game. Marcus Williams led San Francisco with 23 points and seven rebounds, while Malik Thomas added 20 points and five rebounds in the win. 

Prior to that victory, the Dons lost to Gonzaga by a score of 88-77, but did beat Loyola Marymount by a score of 72-66 before that. San Francisco has won five of their last six games and they are currently third in the WCC standings with an 11-4 record. San Francisco has scored 75.8 points per game and they have allowed 67.4 points against per game, while also averaging 35 rebounds and 13.9 assists per game this season. Malik Thomas is averaging 19.4 points, 3.4 rebounds, and 2.1 assists per game, while Marcus Williams is averaging 14.5 points, 3.8 rebounds, and 4.3 assists per game this year. San Francisco is shooting 45.7% from the field, 70.6% on free throws, and 34.7% on three pointers this season. 

Pacific Tigers Betting Preview

The Pacific Tigers are 9-20 (4-11) this year after they lost to Oregon State by a score of 79-65 in their last game. Pacific was tied at 40 at halftime, but they only scored 25 points in the second half in the loss. The Tigers shot 46.7% from the field, 54.5% on three pointers, and 73.9% on free throws in the game. Lamar Washington led Pacific with 16 points and six rebounds, while Elijah Fisher added 14 points and three rebounds in the loss. 

Prior to that game, the Tigers defeated Loyola Marymount by a score of 83-58, but did lose to Gonzaga by a score of 78-61 before that. Pacific has alternated wins and losses over their last seven games and they are currently second to last in the WCC standings with a 4-11 record. Pacific has scored 69.7 points per game and they have allowed 74.8 points against per game, while also averaging 34.6 rebounds and 12.9 assists per game this season. Elijah Fisher is averaging 15.5 points, 4.8 rebounds, and 1.5 assists per game, while Elias Ralph is averaging 15.1 points, 7.1 rebounds, and 1.7 assists per game this year. Pacific is shooting 43.7% from the field, 71.7% on free throws, and 30.6% on three pointers this season. 

Why San Francisco will beat Pacific

• San Francisco has won each of its last 19 games at War Memorial at the Sobrato Center.
• Pacific has lost 29 of its last 33 games against the West Coast Conference.
• San Francisco has won the first half in six of its last seven games against Pacific.

San Francisco vs Pacific Prediction 

San Francisco comes into this matchup battling with Gonzaga for second in the WCC standings and they will be at home for this game. The Dons do have four conference losses, but they have been pretty solid against these lesser teams. San Francisco is shooting 45.7% from the field this year and they have scored 77+ points in two straight games. Pacific is just 4-11 in conference play this season and they are shooting 43.7% from the field this season. The Tigers are allowing nearly 75 points against per game on defense and they allowed 89 points to San Francisco earlier this year. Take the Dons at home here. 

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Hofstra Pride Betting Preview

The Hofstra Pride are 12-15 (4-10) this season after they lost to Hampton by a score of 67-49 in their last game. Hofstra trailed 35-16 at halftime, but they did win the second half by a total of 33-32 in the loss. The Pride shot 30.8% from the field, 16.7% on three pointers, and 73.7% on free throws in the game. Jaquan Sanders led Hofstra with 12 points and four assists, while Jean Aranguren added 10 points and two rebounds in the game. 

Prior to that loss, the Pride lost to William & Mary by a score of 61-60 and Stony Brook by a score of 80-75. Hofstra has lost five games in a row and they are currently third to last in the CAA standings with a 4-10 record. Hofstra has scored 66.6 points per game and they have allowed 65.9 points against per game, while also averaging 35.0 rebounds and 13.4 assists per game this season. Jean Aranguren is averaging 14.6 points, 5.7 rebounds, and 4.3 assists per game, while Cruz Davis is averaging 14.5 points, 3.8 rebounds, and 4.1 assists per game this year. Hofstra is shooting 42.6% from the field, 72.9% on free throws, and 33.1% on three pointers this season. 

Monmouth Hawks Betting Preview

The Monmouth Hawks are 9-18 (7-7) this year after they lost to Towson by a score of 80-54 in their last game. Monmouth trailed 39-20 at halftime and allowed 41 more points in the second half for the blowout loss. The Hawks shot 37.7% from the field, 20% on three pointers, and 73.3% on free throws in the game. Madison Durr led Monmouth with nine points and two assists, while Cornelius Robinson III added eight points and five rebounds in the game. 

Prior to that loss, the Hawks defeated Stony Brook by a score of 79-69, but did lose to Towson by a score of 73-67 before that. Monmouth has won four of their last six games and they are currently tied for sixth in the CAA standings with a 7-7 record. Monmouth has scored 70.1 points per game and they have allowed 76.5 points against per game, while also averaging 34.3 rebounds and 11.3 assists per game this season. Abdi Bashir Jr. is averaging 20.2 points, 2.6 rebounds, and 2.3 assists per game, while Madison Durr is averaging 13.1 points, 2.9 rebounds, and 3.0 assists per game this year. Monmouth is shooting 40.7% from the field, 75% on free throws, and 34.3% on three pointers this season. 

Why Hofstra will beat Monmouth

• Monmouth has lost eight of its last nine road night games against the Coastal Athletic Association.
• Hofstra has won seven of its last eight games against Monmouth.
• Hofstra has won the first half in each of its last seven games against Monmouth.

Hofstra vs Monmouth Prediction 

Hofstra comes into this matchup trying to snap their five game losing streak and they will be at home for this contest. The Pride are shooting 42.6% from the field this year and they have scored 60 points or fewer in three of their last five games. Monmouth has won three of their last five games, but they are shooting just 40.7% from the field this season. The Hawks have had some problems on defense this year, as they are allowing 76.5 points against per game, which should help this low scoring Hofstra offense. I don’t really trust either side in this matchup, but I will take the better defensive team at home. Take Hofstra here. 

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Ohio State Buckeyes Betting Preview

The Ohio State Buckeyes are 15-11 (7-8) this year after they lost to Michigan by a score of 86-83 in their last game. Ohio State trailed 44-39 at halftime, but they scored 44 points in the second half, before missing a wide open shot that would have tied the game. The Buckeyes shot 45.9% from the field, 36% on three pointers, and 66.7% on free throws in the game. Devin Royal led Ohio State with 26 points and five rebounds, while Bruce Thornton added 17 points and six assists in the game. 

Prior to that loss, the Buckeyes defeated Washington by a score of 93-69, but did lose to Nebraska by a score of 79-71 before that. Ohio State has alternated wins and losses over their last six games and they are currently a half game below .500 in the Big Ten standings. Ohio State has scored 80.0 points per game and they have allowed 72.1 points against per game, while also averaging 34.7 rebounds and 13.3 assists per game this season. Bruce Thornton is averaging 17.3 points, 3.5 rebounds, and 4.4 assists per game, while Devin Royal is averaging 14.0 points, 7.2 rebounds, and 1.2 assists per game this year. Ohio State is shooting 47.6% from the field, 73.9% on free throws, and 38.3% on three pointers this season. 

Northwestern Wildcats Betting Preview

The Northwestern Wildcats are 13-13 (4-11) this season after they lost to Nebraska by a score of 68-64 in their last game. Northwestern led 36-21 at halftime, but they were outscored 47-28 in the second half for the loss. The Wildcats shot 36.1% from the field, 35% on three pointers, and 62.5% on free throws in the game. Nick Martinelli led Northwestern with 23 points and nine rebounds, while Ty Berry added 23 points and two rebounds in the loss. 

Prior to that game, the Wildcats lost to Oregon by a score of 81-75 and Washington by a score of 76-71. Northwestern has lost six of their last seven games and they are currently second to last in the Big Ten standings with a 4-11 record. Northwestern has scored 73.5 points per game and they have allowed 70.5 points against per game, while also averaging 34.2 rebounds and 14.6 assists per game this season. Nick Martinelli is averaging 19.8 points, 6.1 rebounds, and 1.7 assists per game, while Ty Berry is averaging 10.1 points, 3.0 rebounds, and 1.4 steals per game this year. Northwestern is shooting 44.1% from the field, 72.8% on free throws, and 33.8% on three pointers this season. 

Why Ohio State will beat Northwestern

• Northwestern has lost each of its last eight road games against the Big Ten Conference.
• Ohio State has won seven of its last eight night games at Value City Arena at Schottenstein Center against non-AP-ranked opponents.
• Ohio State has won the first half in each of its last 11 home games against non-AP-ranked opponents.

Total Points Facts

• Each of Ohio State’s last nine games against Conference opponents have produced a total of 143+ points.
• Each of Northwestern’s last eight night games against non-AP-ranked opponents have produced a total of 147+ points.

Ohio State vs Northwestern Prediction 

Northwestern comes into this matchup after losing six of their last seven games and they will be back on the road here. The Wildcats are dealing with injuries to some key players and they are just 0-7 in their last seven road games. Northwestern has struggled defensively over the last few weeks, as they have allowed at least 75 points in 10 of their last 13 games. Ohio State has had trouble stringing wins together over the last few weeks, but they cannot afford a loss in this matchup. The Buckeyes are shooting 47.6% from the field this year and they have also had some defensive issues recently, but I like them in this spot. I don’t think Northwestern can score consistently enough with the injuries they are dealing with, so give me the Buckeyes at home. 

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Before we dive into the Northwestern Wildcats vs. Ohio State Buckeyes game let’s review the rules for Draftkings single game showdown contest.

Draftkings Single Game Showdown Contest Rules

You have $50,000 to utilize on five players from either team. However, one of those players will be designated as your team captain. The captain accumulates 1.5 times the standard fantasy points. Additionally, the captain is 1.5 times the standard cost of the flex position.

The remaining four players in your lineup will receive the standard fantasy points. Having stated that, it is highly important for you to identify the correct player for your captain position if you hope to win a large field DFS GPP (guaranteed prize pool) showdown contest.

If you have additional questions regarding the rules for the single game showdown contest, I recommend that you check out the Draftkings website for more details.

*I recommend that all readers review the starting lineups for both teams prior to setting your DFS lineup for this one game slate.

Here are my Draftkings picks for this tomorrow evening’s Northwestern vs. Ohio State matchup.

Draftkings NCAA College Basketball Showdown Picks

Captain-Bruce Thornton, Guard, Ohio State $11,200

Junior guard Bruce Thornton has certainly been a standout performer for the Ohio State Buckeyes this season. With that said, how has the talented guard played from a statistical perspective? Let’s review Thornton’s game data from the 2024 NCAA regular season to answer that question.

In the 26 games that Bruce Thornton has played for the Ohio State Buckeyes in the 2024 NCAA regular season, Thornton is averaging a robust 17.3 points, 3.5 rebounds, 4.4 assists and 1.1 steals a game.

Looking closer at the data just presented, in the 26 games that Bruce Thornton has played for the Ohio State Buckeyes this season, Thornton has compiled a 51.4% field goal percentage, a 45.8 three-point percentage and an 82.9% free throw percentage.

More recently, in the Michigan Wolverines 86-83 win over the Ohio State Buckeyes three days ago, junior guard Bruce Thornton played at a high level. More specifically, Thornton accumulated 17 points, five rebounds, six assists and two steals in the Michigan Wolverines victory over Ohio State.

Examining the data just presented more closely, in the Wolverines win over the Buckeyes just mentioned, Bruce Thornton amassed a rather impressive 36.8 Draftkings points.

As I noted in the rules section above, selecting the correct player at the captain position for a Draftkings NCAA showdown lineup is absolutely vital if you hope to win a large field GPP (guaranteed prize pool) DFS contest. Keep that in mind as you construct your lineups for this one game Draftkings slate.

In my view, Bruce Thornton is the most likely player to post the most Draftkings points in this NCAA regular season game. Having stated that, I am backing Ohio State guard Bruce Thornton at the captain position for this one game Draftkings NCAA Showdown contest.

Flex Plays

Devin Royal, Forward, Ohio State $9,400

In addition to Bruce Thornton, forward Devin Royal has been a key contributor to the Ohio State offense this season. In the 25 games that Devin Royal has played for the Ohio State Buckeyes this season, Royal is averaging 14 points, 7.2 rebounds, 1.2 assists, 0.9 steals, and 0.4 blocks a game.

Additional flex plays I like to perform well in this game (Draftkings price noted): Nick Martinelli, Forward (Northwestern) $12,400: Micah Parrish, Guard (Ohio State) $8,400: Ty Berry, Guard (Northwestern) $6,600.

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This is a cash lineup that I make to enter 50/50 contests, however, I do still play these lineups in the big GPP’s just in case it really goes off for a huge day.

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