Boston Celtics at Los Angeles Lakers odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Tuesday’s Boston Celtics at Los Angeles Lakers odds and lines, with NBA expert picks, predictions and best bets.

The Boston Celtics (21-7) and Los Angeles Lakers (11-15) meet Tuesday at Crypto.com Arena. Tip-off is scheduled for 10 p.m. ET (TNT). Below, we analyze Tipico Sportsbook’s lines around the Celtics vs. Lakers odds, and make our expert NBA picks and predictions.

The Celtics lost straight up as 4-point favorites 113-93 at the Los Angeles Clippers Monday. Boston has held to fewer than 100 points for the 1st time this season.

The Celtics are 4-0 against the spread (ATS) the last 4 times they’ve played the 2nd game of a back-to-back.

The Lakers covered the spread as 5.5-point favorites in a 124-117 win at the Detroit Pistons Sunday. G Austin Reaves hit a 3-pointer with 12.1 seconds left to make it a 2-possession game at 122-117.

The Lakers are 1-9 ATS in their last 10 games vs. teams with a winning record.

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Celtics at Lakers odds

Provided by Tipico Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list. Lines last updated at 1:50 p.m. ET.

  • Moneyline (ML): Celtics -155 (bet $155 to win $100) | Lakers +135 (bet $100 to win $135)
  • Against the spread (ATS): Celtics -3.5 (-110) | Lakers +3.5 (-110)
  • Over/Under (O/U): 235.5 (O: -110 | U: -110)

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Celtics at Lakers key injuries

Celtics

  • Not yet submitted

Lakers

  • F/C Anthony Davis (back) probable
  • Wenyen Gabriel (shoulder) out
  • LeBron James (ankle) probable

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Celtics at Lakers picks and predictions

Prediction

Celtics 117, Lakers 113

Moneyline

BET CELTICS (-155).

Boston has been great on back-to-backs, and I doubt the league-leading Celtics will drop a 3rd straight game. The Lakers seem to only win against sub-.500 teams, so Boston should be able to bounce back on national television.

Against the spread

PASS.

This spread is right where I would put it and I believe the cover will come down to garbage-time free throws. I will only be betting the ML and the total.

Over/Under

BET UNDER 235.5 (-110).

The Under is 5-0 in Boston’s last 5 games and should hit again Tuesday. The total is set so high because the Lakers have been averaging 123.3 points in their last 9 games, but I believe Boston will tighten up defensively and play a slower-paced game as it tries to end its road trip with a much-needed win.

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First look: New England Patriots at Las Vegas Raiders odds and lines

Looking at Sunday’s New England Patriots at Las Vegas Raiders Week 15 NFL odds, lines and trends. Here’s what you need to know.

The New England Patriots (7-6) visit the Las Vegas Raiders (5-8) Sunday in Week 15. Kickoff from Allegiant Stadium is set for 4:05 p.m. ET (FOX). Below, we look at Patriots vs. Raiders odds from Tipico Sportsbook; check back for all our NFL picks and predictions.

The Patriots positioned themselves back in the final AFC wild-card seed with a 27-13 victory at the Arizona Cardinals on Monday Night Football. New England covered as a 2-point favorite to halt a 2-game against the spread (ATS) losing skid. The Under (44) connected for the 5th time in its last 6 games. New England employed a relentless pash rush en route to 6 sacks, led by LB Josh Uche with 3 and LB Matthew Judon with 1 1/2.

The Raiders had a 3-game win streak snapped with a 17-16 loss at the Los Angeles Rams on Thursday Night Football, failing to cover as 6-point favorites. QB Derek Carr was held to just 137 passing yards (11 of 20) with 2 INTs. RB Josh Jacobs continued to be a force out of the backfield with 99 yards and a TD on 27 carries, but had a 3-game streak with at least 100 rushing yards snapped.

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Patriots at Raiders odds

Provided by Tipico Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list. Lines last updated Tuesday at 1:49 p.m. ET.

  • Moneyline (ML): Patriots -115 (bet $115 to win $100) | Raiders -105 (bet $105 to win $100)
  • Against the spread (ATS): Patriots -1 (-108) | Raiders +1 (-112)
  • Over/Under (O/U): 44.5 (O: -107 | U: -113)

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2022 betting stats

  • ML: Patriots 7-6 | Raiders 5-8
  • ATS: Patriots 7-5-1 | Raiders 6-7
  • O/U: Patriots 5-8 | Raiders 6-7

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Patriots vs. Raiders head-to-head

This will be the 37th all-time meeting between these squads with New England holding a 20-15-1 edge, including 2-1 in the postseason. The Patriots have emerged as the victors in 6 straight meetings, most recently a 36-20 win in 2020.

The Pats are 4-1 ATS over the last 5 meetings, including a 3-0 ATS mark the last 3 times they were the road team (although only 1 of those games was in Las Vegas as the other 2 were in Oakland).

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2022 World Cup: Morocco vs. France odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Wednesday’s Morocco vs. France semifinal match odds and lines, with World Cup soccer expert picks, predictions and best bets.

The 2nd seminfinal matchup of the 2022 World Cup has Morocco and France meeting Wednesday at Al Bayt Stadium in Al Khor at 2 p.m. ET (FOX/Telemundo). Below, we analyze Tipico Sportsbook’s lines around the Morocco vs. France odds, and make our best World Cup bets, picks and predictions.

Morocco pulled off a stunner Saturday in a 1-0 quarterfinal win against Portugal. The entire Iberia Peninsula isn’t a fan of the African nation, and Morocco also ousted neighbor Spain in the Round 16 on penalty kicks.

The Atlas Lions are easily the Cinderella of this World Cup, scoring just 5 goals while conceding only 1 goal in 5 matches. They are 24th in the FIFA world rankings.

France, the defending champions and No. 3 team in the world, showed England the door with a 2-1 win in the quarterfinal. Les Bleus has been much more prolific on offense, registering 11 goals, with at least 2 markers in 4 of the 5 matches.

Kylian Mbappe is vying for the Golden Boot as top scorer with 5 goals in 5 matches, and he has tacked on 2 assists. Teammate Olivier Giroud is right on Mbappe’s tail with 4 goals in 4 matches.

Argentina and Croatia play the 1st semifinal match on Tuesday.

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Morocco vs. France odds

Provided by Tipico Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list. Lines last updated Tuesday at 12:08 p.m. ET.

  • Moneyline: Morocco +600 (bet $100 to win $600) | France -190 (bet $190 to win $100) | Draw +300
  • Over/Under: 2.5 (O: +130 | U: -150)

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Prediction

France 1, Morocco 0

Moneyline (ML)

Morocco has been doing a tremendous job in this tournament, especially defensively. But this isn’t a side which has shown an ability to score, and that’s not good against Les Bleus. The miracle run is coming to an end in the semifinal against the defending champs, and that’s nothing to be ashamed about.

While France (-190) is a little on the expensive side, a play in the Double section with FRANCE AND UNDER 2.5 GOALS (+185) for a chance to nearly double up is too hard to pass up.

In addition, FRANCE TO WIN WITH A CLEAN SHEET (+105) is also a solid play at plus-money.

Over/Under (O/U)

UNDER 2.5 (-150) is a little on the pricey side, but if you like to play it safe, that’s the way to go.

If you like to roll the dice a little, and trust a 1-0 score for the final, play UNDER 1.5 (+190) for a chance to nearly double up.

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Memphis at Alabama odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Tuesday’s Memphis at Alabama odds and lines, with college basketball expert picks, predictions and best bets.

The Memphis Tigers (8-2) visit the No. 5 Alabama Crimson Tide (8-1) for a Tuesday non-conference affair in Tuscaloosa. The opening tip at Coleman Coliseum will be at 9 p.m. ET (ESPN2). Below, we analyze Tipico Sportsbook’s lines around the Memphis vs. Alabama odds, and make our expert college basketball picks, predictions and bets.

Rankings courtesy of the USA TODAY Sports Coaches Poll.

Memphis is coming off an 82-73 win over Auburn on a neutral floor Saturday. Veteran UM was a +1.5 underdog but shot 50% in dispatching AU and has shot 52% from the floor over its last 2 games. The Tigers carry a 6-game win streak into Tuesday.

The Crimson Tide took down then-No. 1 Houston 71-65 Saturday. The 9-point underdog UA five trailed the whole 2nd half until the final 2 minutes. The victory marked Alabama’s 3rd in a row, and those 3 wins were against North Carolina, recent top-25 San Diego State and the top-ranked Cougars.

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Memphis at Alabama odds

Provided by Tipico Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list. Lines last updated at 11:50 a.m. ET.

  • Moneyline: Memphis +240 (bet $100 to win $240) | Alabama -340 (bet $340 to win $100)
  • Against the spread (ATS): Memphis +7.5 (-110) | Alabama -7.5 (-110)
  • Over/Under (O/U): 152.5 (O: -110 | U: -110)

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Memphis at Alabama picks and predictions

Prediction

Alabama 75, Memphis 71

Moneyline

Alabama’s win over Houston — coupled perhaps with an earlier high-visibility win over North Carolina (Nov. 27) — has the Tide perhaps a bit overvalued here. This youthful UA squad got to the free-throw line 32 times in its win Saturday.

With this game being sandwiched between Houston and Gonzaga on the schedule, perhaps the home side looks past a veteran, consistent and defensive Tigers team.

Consider a split bet on the TIGERS (+240), putting a third of a unit on the moneyline and two-thirds against the number. Maybe Memphis doesn’t win, but its payoff here is worth some investment.

Against the spread

Alabama is 2-8 ATS in its last 10 games following an ATS win.

These two teams met last season in Memphis (Dec. 14), and the Tigers leveraged solid rebounding and 19 UA turnovers in a 92-78 triumph. Look for this year’s game to be a 1-to-2-score battle down to the wire.

TAKE MEMPHIS +7.5 (-110).

Over/Under

These teams play fast but their defenses are quick. Quick beats fast. Consider a partial-unit play on the UNDER 152.5 (-110).

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First look: Los Angeles Rams at Green Bay Packers odds and lines

Looking at Monday’s Los Angeles Rams at Green Bay Packers Week 15 NFL odds, lines and trends. Here’s what you need to know.

The Los Angeles Rams (4-9) and Green Bay Packers (5-8) wrap up Week 15 with a Monday Night Football showdown at Lambeau Field. Kickoff will be at 8:15 p.m. ET (ESPN). Below, we look at Rams vs. Packers odds from Tipico Sportsbook; check back for all our NFL picks and predictions.

The Rams snapped their 6-game losing skid with a 17-16 victory over the Las Vegas Raiders on Thursday Night Football in dramatic fashion. QB Baker Mayfield led a 98-yard game-winning drive with under 2 minutes to play to give the Rams the win in his first game with the team.

Los Angeles is still missing QB Matthew Stafford and WR Cooper Kupp, so its been shorthanded for part of the season, but Mayfield provided a spark with a win 2 days after being claimed off waivers.

The Packers were off for their bye in Week 14, so they come into this one well-rested. Green Bay snapped a 2-game skid with a 28-19 victory over the Chicago Bears 28-19 in Week 13. It’s lost 7 of its last 9 games after starting the year 3-1, falling to 3rd in the NFC North behind the Minnesota Vikings and Detroit Lions.

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Rams at Packers odds

Provided by Tipico Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list. Lines last updated Tuesday at 11:30 a.m. ET.

  • Moneyline (ML): Rams +260 (bet $100 to win $260) | Packers -320 (bet $320 to win $100)
  • Against the spread (ATS): Rams +7 (-110) | Packers -7 (-110)
  • Over/Under (O/U): 39.5 (O: -109 | U: -111)

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2022 betting stats

  • ML: Rams 4-9 | Packers 5-8
  • ATS: Rams 5-7-1 | Packers 5-8
  • O/U: Rams 5-8 | Packers 7-6

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Rams vs. Packers head-to-head

The Rams and Packers have met 9 times since the 2006 season and it’s been Green Bay dominating ATS. The Packers are 8-1 ATS and 7-2 straight up over that span. Their last meeting was a 36-28 Packers victory as 2-point underdogs in Nov. 2021.

The total has gone Over in 5 of their last 9 meetings, including the last 2 games. Those meetings were at Lambeau Field, but the Under connected in the 3 previous meetings on Green Bay’s home field.

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First look: Arizona Cardinals at Denver Broncos odds and lines

Looking at Sunday’s Arizona Cardinals at Denver Broncos Week 15 NFL odds, lines and trends. Here’s what you need to know.

The Arizona Cardinals (4-9) are on the road in Week 15 to take on the Denver Broncos (3-10). Kickoff from Empower Field at Mile High is Sunday at 4:05 p.m. ET (FOX). Below, we look at Cardinals vs. Broncos odds from Tipico Sportsbook; check back for all our NFL picks and predictions.

The Cardinals lost 27-13 at home Monday as 2-point underdogs to the New England Patriots. QB Kyler Murray suffered what appears to be a season-ending ACL injury after just 3 snaps and was replaced by QB Colt McCoy.

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The Broncos suffered a 34-28 loss to the Kansas City Chiefs in Week 14, covering as 8.5-point underdogs. It was Denver’s 5th consecutive loss and QB Russell Wilson suffered a concussion in the game so his status for this meeting is unknown.

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Cardinals at Broncos odds

Provided by Tipico Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list. Lines last updated Tuesday at 10:48 a.m. ET.

  • Moneyline (ML): Off the board (OTB)
  • Against the spread (ATS): OTB
  • Over/Under (O/U): OTB

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2022 betting stats

  • ML: Cardinals 4-9 | Broncos 3-10
  • ATS: Cardinals 6-7 | Broncos 5-8
  • O/U: Cardinals 7-6 | Broncos 2-11

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Cardinals vs. Broncos head-to-head

This will only be the 12th time the two teams meet all-time in the regular season. They last met in 2018, a 45-10 road win for Denver on Thursday Night Football in Week 7.

The Broncos lead the all-time series 9-1-1. The only game the Cardinals won was in 2010.

Wilson faced the Cardinals twice a year as a member of the Seahawks and is 11-8-1 in 20 career starts against them.

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New Orleans Pelicans at Utah Jazz odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Tuesday’s New Orleans Pelicans at Utah Jazz odds and lines, with NBA expert picks, predictions and best bets.

The New Orleans Pelicans (18-8) are set to face the Utah Jazz (15-14) Tuesday at Vivint Arena. Tip-off is scheduled for 9 p.m. ET. Below, we analyze Tipico Sportsbook’s lines around the Pelicans vs. Jazz odds, and make our expert NBA picks and predictions.

The Pelicans secured a 129-124 overtime victory against the Phoenix Suns Sunday to cover as 3.5-point home favorites. New Orleans is on a 7-game win streak.

The Jazz suffered a 115-110 loss at the Denver Nuggets Saturday despite covering as 11.5-point underdogs. Utah has lost 3 of its last 4 games.

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Pelicans at Jazz odds

Provided by Tipico Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list. Lines last updated at 10 a.m. ET.

  • Moneyline (ML): Pelicans -125 (bet $125 to win $100) | Jazz +105 (bet $100 to win $105)
  • Against the spread (ATS): Pelicans -1.5 (-110) | Jazz +1.5 (-110)
  • Over/Under (O/U): 233.5 (O: -115 | U: -105)

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Pelicans at Jazz key injuries

Pelicans

  • F Brandon Ingram (toe) out
  • F Herbert Jones (ankle) probable

Jazz

  • G Collin Sexton (hamstring) out

For most recent updates: Official NBA injury report.

Pelicans at Jazz picks and predictions

Prediction

Pelicans 121, Jazz 114

Moneyline

Considering how both of these teams have been playing recently, PELICANS (-125) is an intriguing wager. Ingram isn’t available for New Orleans, but the team has won 7 consecutive games without him on the court.

Against the spread

PELICANS -1.5 (-110) is where I’m going in this game as I thought the spread would be higher in favor of New Orleans in this contest. F Zion Williamson has been lighting it up recently and the Jazz won’t be able to contain him Tuesday.

The Pelicans are 4-0 ATS in their last 4 games against a team with a winning record and are 5-1 ATS in their last 6 games overall. Meanwhile, the Jazz are 2-7-1 ATS in their last 10 home games against a team with a winning road record.

Over/Under

Both of these teams are capable of scoring plenty of points, so OVER 233.5 (-115) is where I’m leaning. The Pelicans and the Jazz are both top-5 in offensive rating this season.

The Jazz have hit the Over in 11 of their last 12 games against a team with a winning record. The Over is also 4-1 in the last 5 meetings between the Pelicans and the Jazz in Utah and the Over is 23-10 in the last 33 meetings overall.

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Golden State Warriors at Milwaukee Bucks odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Tuesday’s Golden State Warriors at Milwaukee Bucks odds and lines, with NBA expert picks, predictions and best bets.

The Golden State Warriors (14-13) square off against the Milwaukee Bucks (19-7) Tuesday at Fiserv Forum. Tip-off is scheduled for 7:30 p.m. ET (TNT). Below, we analyze Tipico Sportsbook’s lines around the Warriors vs. Bucks odds, and make our expert NBA picks and predictions.

The Warriors secured a 123-107 victory over the Boston Celtics Saturday to cover as 2.5-point home underdogs. Golden State has gone 3-3 in its last 6 games.

The Bucks surprisingly lost 97-92 to the Houston Rockets Sunday as 10-point favorites on the road. Milwaukee has still won 7 of its last 9 games.

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Warriors at Bucks odds

Provided by Tipico Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list. Lines last updated at 9:30 a.m. ET.

  • Moneyline (ML): Warriors +145 (bet $100 to win $145) | Bucks -170 (bet $170 to win $100)
  • Against the spread (ATS): Warriors +4.5 (-115) | Bucks -4.5 (-105)
  • Over/Under (O/U): 232.5 (O: -115 | U: -105)

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Warriors at Bucks key injuries

Warriors

  • F Draymond Green (ankle) probable
  • F Andrew Wiggins (adductor) out

Bucks

  • G Jrue Holiday (non-COVID illness) questionable
  • F Khris Middleton (ankle) probable

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Warriors at Bucks picks and predictions

Prediction

Bucks 121, Warriors 113

Moneyline

The Bucks (-170) are favored to win at home, but I’ll PASS on the moneyline in this game given the current odds. While I won’t take the Bucks straight up, the Warriors are 2-11 on the road this season, so I’m fine taking the Bucks in parlays.

Against the spread

Considering that Wiggins is out for the Warriors, BUCKS -4.5 (-105) is an enticing wager in this contest. Golden State doesn’t have anyone to slow down F Giannis Antetokounmpo and Milwaukee is expected to have Holiday and Middleton available.

The Bucks are 11-2 ATS in their last 13 Tuesday games, while the Warriors are 1-6 ATS in their last 7 Tuesday games.

Over/Under

OVER 232.5 (-115) is where I’m leaning in this game as these teams are capable of scoring plenty of points. While the Bucks have been allowing fewer 3-pointers this season, the Warriors are tied for the 4th-best true-shooting percentage in the NBA.

The Warriors have gone 5-1-1 to the Over in their last 7 road games. Meanwhile, the Bucks have gone Over in each of their last 6 home games.

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Eastern Washington at Texas Tech odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Tuesday’s Eastern Washington at Texas Tech odds and lines, with college basketball expert picks, predictions and best bets.

The Eastern Washington Eagles (4-6) and Texas Tech Red Raiders (6-2) are lined up for a tussle in Lubbock Tuesday. Tip time at United Supermarkets Arena will be at 8 p.m. ET (Big 12 Network/ESPN+). Below, we analyze Tipico Sportsbook’s lines around the Eastern Washington vs. Texas Tech odds, and make our expert college basketball picks, predictions and bets.

Eastern Washington almost took down then-No. 22 San Diego State Saturday despite being an 8.5-point underdog in a 77-76 loss. The Eagles put on a rebounding exhibition, allowing just 1 Aztec board on the offensive glass. EWU is 2-1 straight up and 3-0 against the spread in December.

The Red Raiders last played Wednesday, failing to cover as 21.5-point favorites in a 78-71 victory over Nicholls State. Freshman G Pop Isaacs found twine on 5 triples in that game, and he tallied a season-high 24 points. Isaacs and TTU are 0-3 ATS over their last 3 games.

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Eastern Washington at Texas Tech odds

Provided by Tipico Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list. Lines last updated at 9 a.m. ET.

  • Moneyline: Eastern Washington +775 (bet $100 to win $775) | Texas Tech -1700 (bet $1,700 to win $100)
  • Against the spread (ATS): Eastern Washington +16.5 (-105) | Texas Tech -16.5 (-115)
  • Over/Under (O/U): 134.5 (O: -105 | U: -115)

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Eastern Washington at Texas Tech picks and predictions

Prediction

Texas Tech 74, Eastern Washington 60

Moneyline

Texas Tech (-1700) is almost certainly the correct side, but there’s no value here.

PASS.

Against the spread

The Eagles are 23-5 ATS in their last 28 road games vs. teams with a winning home record. The Red Raiders are 1-10 ATS in their last 11 games following a straight-up win.

Texas Tech’s recent performances have been uneven. Overall, the Raiders have relied a bit too much on some hot shooting nights and they are turnover prone enough that a little regression gets twice the effect on output.

The Eagles launch it frequently from 3-point range. They are not a top-notch distance shooting team but are rounding into form of late. Enough so to up the odds of a back-door cover on this figure.

TAKE EASTERN WASHINGTON +16.5 (-105).

Over/Under

Considering this a well-made total. PASS.

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North Carolina A&T at Houston odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Tuesday’s North Carolina A&T at Houston odds and lines, with college basketball expert picks, predictions and best bets.

The North Carolina A&T Aggies (4-4) and No. 4 Houston Cougars (9-1) tangle Tuesday. The opening tip at Fertitta Center will be at 8 p.m. ET (ESPN+). Below, we analyze Tipico Sportsbook’s lines around the North Carolina A&T vs. Houston odds, and make our expert college basketball picks, predictions and bets.

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North Carolina A&T has not yet played in December. The Aggies’ last game was a 73-56 win as 5-point underdogs against North Carolina-Greensboro on Nov. 30.

The Cougars tasted defeat for the 1st time this season with a 71-65 loss to Alabama Saturday. They were a 9-point favorite but shot just 3 of 13 (23.1%) from 3-point range and 12 of 22 (54.5%) on free throws.

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North Carolina A&T at Houston odds

Provided by Tipico Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list. Lines last updated at 8:30 a.m. ET.

  • Moneyline: North Carolina A&T +1500 (bet $100 to win $1,500) | Houston -10000 (bet $10,000 to win $100)
  • Against the spread (ATS): North Carolina A&T +31.5 (-110) | Houston -31.5 (-110)
  • Over/Under (O/U): 128.5 (O: -115 | U: -105)

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North Carolina A&T at Houston picks and predictions

Prediction

Houston 79, North Carolina A&T 47

Moneyline

Houston (-10000) should handle things easily here, but there’s absolutely no value with that price tag.

PASS.

Against the spread

Houston has covered its ultra-big lines this season. Look for the Cougars’ defense to be dialed in for a big performance after the loss to Alabama and against a rusty Aggies group.

BACK HOUSTON -31.5 (-110).

Over/Under

The Under is 9-1-1 in the Cougars’ last 11 games following a straight-up loss and it’s 7-2 in their last 9 home games vs. teams under-.500 on the road.

Houston’s perimeter defense is the key to a 75-to-45 type of game. It’s difficult to see NC A&T reaching 50 points, and the Cougars play a molasses-slow tempo.

Track the total here, and pounce — like a Cougar — on an Under 130 if the number rises. PASS otherwise.

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