Sports betting – Page 975 – Syndication Server

Northwestern at Michigan State odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Sunday’s Northwestern at Michigan State odds and lines, with college basketball expert picks, predictions and best bets.

The Northwestern Wildcats (5-2) travel to East Lansing to take on the No. 20 Michigan State Spartans (5-3) Sunday at 7 p.m. ET (Big Ten Network). Below, we analyze Tipico Sportsbook’s lines around the Northwestern at Michigan State odds, and make our expert college basketball picks, predictions and bets.

Rankings courtesy of USA TODAY Sports Coaches Poll

Both teams are coming off losses in the Big Ten-ACC showdown. Northwestern was blasted 87-58 by Pitt on Monday as a 7.5-point favorite while Michigan State lost 70-52 to Notre Dame Wednesday as a half-point favorite.

The Spartans bring their undefeated 2-0 home record into this game while this is only the 2nd true road game for the Wildcats. As always, MSU has played 1 of the most difficult schedules in the nation so far. Its 3 losses early in the season may not look good, but it will serve them well late in the season when it’s crunch time. Expect Sunday’s game to be a low-scoring slog in East Lansing and the more physical team will emerge.

Stream select live college basketball games and full replays: Get ESPN+

Northwestern at Michigan State odds

Provided by Tipico Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list. Lines last updated at 12:35 p.m. ET.

Moneyline (ML): Northwestern +200 (bet $100 to win $200) | Michigan State -280 (bet $280 to win $100)
Against the spread (ATS): Northwestern +5.5 (-105) | Michigan State -5.5 (-115)
Over/Under (O/U): 127.5 (O: -110 | U: -110)

Claim your risk-free bet up to $350. Catch the excitement and start betting with Tipico Sportsbook! New customer offer in CO and NJ. 21+, see Tipico.com for Terms and Conditions. Bet now!

Northwestern at Michigan State picks and predictions

Prediction

Michigan State 67, Northwestern 59

Moneyline

PASS.

Michigan State is undefeated at home. and the more battle-tested team. The games against Kentucky, Gonzaga and even a down Villanova team will lead to Michigan winning this game. But -280 is a bit much for a straight wager. But it makes a good addition to a parlay.

Against the spread

BET MICHIGAN STATE -5.5 (-115).

A slow-paced grind it out game will occur Sunday. The game will be close, but when it comes down to crunch time, Northwestern will be forced to foul the Spartans and they will get to this cover at the foul line. I like Michigan State -5.5 (-115) as my favorite play.

Over/Under

LEAN OVER 127.5 (-110).

This number reflects the slow nature this game will be played at by both teams. A game in the 60s is what both teams will be aiming for and they will get it. It will take some foul line points to get there, but it will get there. Take Over 127.5 (-110).

Play our free daily Pick’em Challenge and win! Play now!

Want action on this basketball game or any other sports contest? Bet legally online with a trusted partner: Tipico Sportsbook, SportsbookWire’s official sportsbook partner in CO and NJ. Bet now!

If you’re looking for more sports betting picks and tips, access all of our content at SportsbookWire.com and BetFTW, or try out our USA TODAY Parlay Calculator. Please gamble responsibly.

Follow Dominick Petrillo on Twitter. Follow SportsbookWire on Twitter and like us on Facebook.

College sports coverage from USA TODAY Sports Media Group:

Alabama / Arkansas / Auburn / Clemson / Colorado / Florida / Georgia / Iowa / LSU / Michigan / Michigan State / Nebraska / North Carolina / Notre Dame / Ohio State / Oklahoma / Oregon / Penn State / Rutgers / Tennessee / Texas / Texas A&M / USC / Wisconsin / College Football News

[lawrence-newsletter]

[lawrence-auto-related count=3 category=1667]

Minnesota at Purdue odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Sunday’s Minnesota at Purdue odds and lines, with college basketball expert picks, predictions and best bets.

The Minnesota Golden Gophers (4-3) travel to West Lafayette to take on the No. 5 Purdue Boilermakers (7-0) Sunday at 5 p.m. ET (Big Ten Network). Below, we analyze Tipico Sportsbook’s lines around the Minnesota vs. Purdue odds, and make our expert college basketball picks, predictions and bets.

Rankings courtesy of USA TODAY Sports Coaches Poll

A legitimate argument can be made that Purdue should be the No. 1 team in the nation. The Boilermakers may have the best resume of any team this far into the season. It includes victories against No. 7 Duke and No. 2 Gonzaga by 19 and 18 points, respectively, and the Boilermakers are also the only team to beat 6-1 West Virginia.

All-American Zach Edey paces the Purdue team of veterans with 22.1 points and 11.4 rebounds per game. He will dominate again in this game, and it will make a tough time for the Gophers to win in West Lafayette.

The Golden Gophers covered as 10.5 underdogs in a 67-57 loss to Virginia Tech last Monday, so they are well rested. They will need their strength to compete with what looks to be the best team in the Big Ten. This will be a tough test for Minnesota. If they win, it could go a long way to deciding a tournament bid for them in March.

Stream select live college basketball games and full replays: Get ESPN+

Minnesota at Purdue odds

Provided by Tipico Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list. Lines last updated at 12:06 p.m. ET.

Moneyline (ML): Minnesota +875 (bet $100 to win $875) | Purdue -2500 (bet $2,500 to win $100)
Against the spread (ATS): Minnesota +18.5 (-105) | Purdue -18.5 (-115)
Over/Under (O/U): 130.5 (O: -105 | U: -115)

Claim your risk-free bet up to $350. Catch the excitement and start betting with Tipico Sportsbook! New customer offer in CO and NJ. 21+, see Tipico.com for Terms and Conditions. Bet now!

Minnesota at Purdue picks and predictions

Prediction

Purdue 74, Minnesota 51

Moneyline

PASS.

With a moneyline this high, it is not worth the risk to make a play. Purdue is going to win. But it is not acceptable to make a straight wager on a -2500 line for any game or sport.

Against the spread

BET PURDUE -18.5 (-115).

This is difficult as the O/U of 130.5 would make you think the game would be closer then 19 points. But with the way Purdue is stuffing teams on defense, this is not the case. Beating West Virginia by 12, Gonzaga by 18 and Duke by 19 is quite impressive for a Boilermakers team looking to win the Big Ten and get a No. 1 seed in the NCAA Tournament. They are well on their way.

Edey is the front-runner for the Naismith Award as player of the year and he should take over this game from the center position. Do not sleep on this Purdue team in March and certainly do not sleep on them in this game. Take Purdue -18.5 (-115) as my favorite play.

Over/Under

BET UNDER 130.5 (-115).

Edey and the Boilermakers will dominate the rebounds in this game and limit the number of put back attempts the Golden Gophers receive. On the other end, Purdue will also dominate the post and muscle Minnesota around. This will be physical and low scoring. But it will be Purdue that comes out on top and wins this battle.

Play our free daily Pick’em Challenge and win! Play now!

If you’re looking for more sports betting picks and tips, access all of our content at SportsbookWire.com and BetFTW, or try out our USA TODAY Parlay Calculator. Please gamble responsibly.

Follow Dominick Petrillo on Twitter. Follow SportsbookWire on Twitter and like us on Facebook.

College sports coverage from USA TODAY Sports Media Group:

[lawrence-newsletter]

[lawrence-auto-related count=3 category=1667]

Cleveland Cavaliers at New York Knicks picks and predictions

Analyzing Sunday’s Cleveland Cavaliers at New York Knicks odds and lines, with NBA expert picks, predictions and best bets.

The Cleveland Cavaliers (15-8) visit Madison Square Garden Sunday to face the New York Knicks (10-13). Tip-off is at 6 p.m. ET (NBA TV). Below, we analyze Tipico Sportsbook’s lines around the Cavaliers vs. Knicks odds, and our expert NBA picks and predictions.

New York is on the 2nd of a back-to-back after facing the Dallas Mavericks on Saturday. To the Knick’s credit, the 1.5-point underdogs did lead at halftime 59-52. But New York has not been good against the 3 and Dallas made 24 of 61, winning 121-100.

Cleveland, led by G Donovan Mitchell’s 34 points, covered a 10.5-point spread in beating the Orlando Magic 107-96 Thursday and will try for its 3rd straight win. The Cavaliers are now 10-1 at home and sit 3rd in the Eastern Conference. New York is 4-7 at home.

Play our free daily Pick’em Challenge and win! Play now!

Cavaliers at Knicks odds

Odds provided by Tipico Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list. Lines last updated at 11:36 a.m. ET.

Moneyline (ML): Cavaliers -150 (bet $150 to win $100) | Knicks +130 (bet $100 to win $130)
Against the spread (ATS): Cavaliers -3.5 (-105) | Knicks +3.5 (-115)
Over/Under (O/U): 221.5 (O: -115 | U: -105)

Claim your risk-free bet up to $350. Catch the excitement and start betting with Tipico Sportsbook! New customer offer in CO and NJ. 21+, see Tipico.com for Terms and Conditions. Bet now!

Cavaliers at Knicks key injuries

Cavaliers

C Jarrett Allen (back) out

Knicks

G Ryan Arcidiacono (ankle) out

For most recent updates: Official NBA injury report.

Cavaliers at Knicks picks and predictions

Prediction

Cavaliers 117, Knicks 106

Moneyline

Cleveland not only comes into the Garden as the favorite, but on top of that teams playing without rest (like the Knicks Sunday) are 48-61 straight up this year. The Cavaliers are 5th in opponent effective field goal percentage while the Knicks are the 3rd worse against.

BET CAVALIERS (-150)

Against the spread

New York has a winning ATS record on no rest (2-1). Cleveland recently has had trouble on the road, failing to cover in their last 7 road games (0-6-1). That being said I see this is a proper get-right spot for the Cavaliers.

LEAN CAVALIERS -3.5 (-105).

Over/Under

The Cavaliers rank 3rd in 3-point percentage and the Knicks are last in the league in opponent 3-point field goal attempts. Also the Over has hit in 5 of the last 6 games in Madison Square Garden.

BET OVER 221.5 (-115).

Want action on this NBA game or any other matchups? Bet legally online with a trusted partner: Tipico Sportsbook, SportsbookWire’s official sportsbook partner in CO and NJ. Bet now!

If you’re looking for more sports betting picks and tips, access all of our content at SportsbookWire.com and BetFTW, or try out our USA TODAY Parlay Calculator. Please gamble responsibly.

[mm-video type=playlist id=01eq1p3s07j97xvjxr player_id=none image=https://sportsbookwire.usatoday.com/wp-content/plugins/mm-video/images/playlist-icon.png]

Follow Ethan Matthew on Twitter. Follow SportsbookWire on Twitter and like us on Facebook.

[lawrence-newsletter]

[lawrence-auto-related count=3 category=1368]

Oregon at UCLA odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Sunday’s Oregon at UCLA odds and lines, with college basketball expert picks, predictions and best bets.

The Oregon Ducks (4-4) travel to Westwood to take on the No. 21 UCLA Bruins (6-2) Sunday at 5 p.m. ET. Below, we analyze Tipico Sportsbook’s lines around the Oregon vs. UCLA odds, and make our expert college basketball picks, predictions and bets.

Rankings courtesy of the USA TODAY Sports Coaches Poll.

UCLA has only 2 losses this season, both to ranked teams (No. 10 Baylor and No. 17 Illinois) on a neutral court in Las Vegas. UCLA is very talented and a top contender for the Pac-12 title alongside Arizona.

Oregon came into the season with a lot of hope and a national ranking. Both started to sink away after a 69-56 loss early in the season to UC-Irvine. It has continued to spiral down for the Ducks. This spiral includes a 66-56 loss to No. 1 Houston at home. The Ducks were able to get back to .500 with a 74-60 victory over the Washington State Cougars Thursday as 5-point favorites.

Stream select live college basketball games and full replays: Get ESPN+

Oregon at UCLA Houston odds

Provided by Tipico Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list. Lines last updated at 11:25 a.m. ET.

Moneyline (ML): Oregon +375 (bet $100 to win $375) | UCLA -550 (bet $550 to win $100)
Against the spread (ATS): Oregon +10.5 (-110) | UCLA -10.5 (-110)
Over/Under (O/U): 142.5 (O: -110 | U: -110)

Claim your risk-free bet up to $350. Catch the excitement and start betting with Tipico Sportsbook! New customer offer in CO and NJ. 21+, see Tipico.com for Terms and Conditions. Bet now!

Oregon at UCLA picks and predictions

Prediction

UCLA 70, Oregon 62

Moneyline

PASS.

Oregon has nosedived to start the year and UCLA is the better team. They will win this game at home, but there is no reason to risk $550 to win $100 on this team. If you want to add the Bruins in as a parlay addition, go for it. But on a straight bet, -550 is too much.

Against the spread

BET Oregon +10.5 (-110).

While Oregon will not win, they will remain close. UCLA has not been blowing teams out this season and in a conference game, they will not blow out the Ducks.

Oregon has had trouble scoring this season. But opponents have not been scoring a lot either. This will be another close loss for Oregon and at +10.5 (-110), I will take Oregon.

Over/Under

BET UNDER 142.5 (-110).

With neither team scoring this season, the Under in this game is the way to go. UCLA will be lucky to get to 70 and as the winners, this means Oregon will be lower than this. This leads to an Under 142.5 being the play in this Pac-12 conference game. Under 140.5 (-110) is my favorite play.

Play our free daily Pick’em Challenge and win! Play now!

If you’re looking for more sports betting picks and tips, access all of our content at SportsbookWire.com and BetFTW, or try out our USA TODAY Parlay Calculator. Please gamble responsibly.

Follow Dominick Petrillo on Twitter. Follow SportsbookWire on Twitter and like us on Facebook.

College sports coverage from USA TODAY Sports Media Group:

[lawrence-newsletter]

[lawrence-auto-related count=3 category=1667]

Cal at Arizona odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Sunday’s Cal at Arizona odds and lines, with college basketball expert picks, predictions and best bets.

The Cal Golden Bears (0-8) travel to Tucson to take on the No. 4 Arizona Wildcats (6-1) Sunday at 5 p.m. ET (Pac-12 Network). Below, we analyze Tipico Sportsbook’s lines around the Cal vs. Arizona odds, and make our expert college basketball picks, predictions and bets.

Rankings courtesy of the USA TODAY Sports Coaches Poll.

The Wildcats lost their 1st game of the season 81-66 to Utah on Thursday as 7.5-point favorites. After being amog the few Power 5 teams to start with more games away from home then on their home court, the Wildcats return to Tucson to battle a friendly opponent in the Cal Golden Bears.

The Bears have yet to win a game this season and are the last team in a Power 5 conference not to have a victory. This streak will continue today as Arizona has a potent offense, which averaged 97.5 points per game before only scoring 66 on Thursday. The 3-point shot was not falling for the Wildcats against Utah and it cost them the game. It should be different on Sunday. And so will the result.

Stream select live college basketball games and full replays: Get ESPN+

Cal at Arizona 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): Cal +1100 (bet $100 to win $1,100) | Arizona -5000 (bet $5000 to win $100)
Against the spread (ATS): Cal +23.5 (-115) | Arizona -23.5 (-105)
Over/Under (O/U): 142.5 (O: -110 | U: -110)

Claim your risk-free bet up to $350. Catch the excitement and start betting with Tipico Sportsbook! New customer offer in CO and NJ. 21+, see Tipico.com for Terms and Conditions. Bet now!

Cal at Arizona picks and predictions

Prediction

Arizona 93, Cal 60

Moneyline

PASS.

This game will be over by halftime. Arizona will dominate this game from the tip, and it will not be a contest. Except for Wildcats players to see who can score the most points. The -5000 is a crazy line, but it fits the mismatch in this game. That said, stay away. I mean really, $5,000 to win 100? Not for me.

Against the spread

BET ARIZONA -23.5 (-105).

Arizona is an offensive machine. Cal’s offense is just offensive. Arizona averaged 97.5 points per game before only scoring 66 against Utah. It will get back on track in this game and blow the Golden Bears out of the water in Tucson. If this game remains within 20 after halftime, I would be shocked. And -23.5 seems like a minimum number for the Wildcats. Arizona -23.5 (-105) is my favorite play.

Over/Under

BET OVER 142.5 (-110).

The only reason this is not my favorite play is I’m not sure Cal will score enough to get it there. Even if Arizona gets to its average, Cal will still need to score 50. Sadly enough, this might be a tall task. But possible. With Arizona scoring, Cal will have plenty of possessions to get there. This makes me think it will. So, I will take the Over 142.5 (-110).

Play our free daily Pick’em Challenge and win! Play now!

If you’re looking for more sports betting picks and tips, access all of our content at SportsbookWire.com and BetFTW, or try out our USA TODAY Parlay Calculator. Please gamble responsibly.

Follow Dominick Petrillo on Twitter. Follow SportsbookWire on Twitter and like us on Facebook.

College sports coverage from USA TODAY Sports Media Group:

[lawrence-newsletter]

[lawrence-auto-related count=3 category=1667]

Los Angeles Lakers at Washington Wizards odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Sunday’s Los Angeles Lakers at Washington Wizards odds and lines, with NBA expert picks, predictions and best bets.

The Los Angeles Lakers (9-12) play the second game of their 6-game road trip Sunday, facing the Washington Wizards (11-12). Tip-off is 6 p.m. ET at Capitol 1 Arena. Below, we analyze Tipico Sportsbook’s lines around the Lakers vs. Wizards odds, and make our expert NBA picks and predictions.

The Lakers have won 2 in a row and 4 of their last 5 games. They opened their road trip with a 133-129 win over the Milwaukee Bucks as 8.5-point underdogs.

The Wizards have lost 2 straight and 5 of their last 6 games. They lost 117-116 Friday against the Charlotte Bobcats as 4-point favorites.

Play our free daily Pick’em Challenge and win! Play now!

Lakers at Wizards odds

Provided by Tipico Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list. Lines last updated at 10:32 a.m. ET.

Moneyline (ML): Lakers +110 (bet $100 to win $110) | Wizards -130 (bet $130 to win $100)
Against the spread (ATS): Lakers +2.5 (-115) | Wizards -2.5 (-105)
Over/Under (O/U): 233.5 (O: -110 | U: -110)

Claim your risk-free bet up to $350. Catch the excitement and start betting with Tipico Sportsbook! New customer offer in CO and NJ. 21+, see Tipico.com for Terms and Conditions. Bet now!

Lakers at Wizards key injuries

Lakers

F Anthony Davis (back) probable
F LeBron James (ankle) questionable
G Dennis Schroder (personal) questionable

Wizards

F Rui Hachimura (ankle) out
G Deion Wright (hamstring) out

For most recent updates: Official NBA injury report.

Lakers at Wizards picks and predictions

Prediction

Wizards 119, Lakers 116

Moneyline

The Lakers have caught fire. They have won 4 of their last 5 games and won 3 straight games on the road. They have averaged 129.8 points per game in their last 4 contests.

The Wizards are 8-4 at home this season but have lost 5 of their last 6 games. However, they have a 3-game home winning streak and have won 6 of their last 7 home games.

As this is the Wizards’ one home game in the middle of 4 road games, expect them to come out and play well.

But because there is a little better value with an ATS bet and the spread is quite small, PASS on the moneyline.

Against the spread

Because of the small spread, there isn’t too great a different between the moneyline and price of the spread.

Neither team has been a reliable ATS bet. The Lakers are 9-12 ATS this season and the Wizards are 9-11-3 ATS.

The Lakers have covered the spread in 7 of their last 10 games while the Wizards have done so only twice in their last 10.

I like the Wizards to win, so with only a 2.5-point spread, it shouldn’t be too hard to win and cover. Because the spread wins you a few more bucks, BET WIZARDS -2.5 (-105).

Over/Under

Three of the Lakers’ last 4 games have had more than 233 total points. They are averaging nearly 130 per game in those 4 games themselves.

Two of the Wizards’ last 4 also have had more than 233 points and their last game had exactly 233.

The Lakers are allowing 123.0 points per game in their last 4 as well.

BET OVER 233.5 (-110).

Want action on this NBA game or any other matchups? Bet legally online with a trusted partner: Tipico Sportsbook, SportsbookWire’s official sportsbook partner in CO and NJ. Bet now!

If you’re looking for more sports betting picks and tips, access all of our content at SportsbookWire.com and BetFTW, or try out our USA TODAY Parlay Calculator. Please gamble responsibly.

Follow Jess Root on Twitter. Follow SportsbookWire on Twitter and like us on Facebook.

[lawrence-newsletter]

[lawrence-auto-related count=3 category=1368]

North Carolina at Virginia Tech odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Sunday’s North Carolina at Virginia Tech odds and lines, with college basketball expert picks, predictions and best bets.

The No. 15 North Carolina Tar Heels (5-3, 0-0 ACC) visit the Virginia Tech Hokies (7-1, 0-0) in a game that marks the ACC opener for both teams. Tip time at Cassell Coliseum in Blacksburg is slated for 3 p.m. ET (ACC Network). Below, we analyze Tipico Sportsbook’s lines around the North Carolina vs. Virginia Tech odds, and make our expert college basketball picks, predictions and bets.

Rankings courtesy of the USA TODAY Sports Coaches Poll.

North Carolina has not played at home since Nov. 20. This contest at Va. Tech marks the Tar Heels’ 5th straight game away from Chapel Hill (3 neutral-site, 2 road).

In the most recent of those road tilts, UNC fell to No. 8 Indiana 77-65 as a 4.5-point underdog Wednesday. North Carolina — which went 15-5 in ACC play last season (2nd place) — was a bit flat in that contest. The Tar Heels shot a season-low 33.9% and were not within 2 scores over the final 15 minutes.

The Hokies take to their home hardwood with a 7-1 mark on the season, but there are just 2-6 against the spread. Those 6 ATS setbacks have come in a row since opening the season with 2 ATS wins. That stretch includes Virginia Tech defeating Minnesota 67-57 Monday in their last contest, but failing to cover a 12.5-point spread.

Stream select live college basketball games and full replays: Get ESPN+

North Carolina at Virginia Tech odds

Provided by Tipico Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list. Lines last updated at 8:25 a.m. ET.

Moneyline: North Carolina -115 (bet $115 to win $100) | Virginia Tech -115 (bet $115 to win $100)
Against the spread (ATS): North Carolina +1.5 (-125) | Virginia Tech -1.5 (+105)
Over/Under (O/U): 142.5 (O: -105 | U: -115)

Claim your risk-free bet up to $350. Catch the excitement and start betting with Tipico Sportsbook! New customer offer in CO and NJ. 21+, see Tipico.com for Terms and Conditions. Bet now!

North Carolina at Virginia Tech picks and predictions

Prediction

Virginia Tech 68, North Carolina 66

Moneyline

UVA is the would-be lean and likely would have been an actionable one at a better price if Carolina came into this game playing level ball. The UNC slump has depressed the payout.

PASS.

Against the spread

North Carolina beat Virginia Tech twice in the regular season last year. The Hokies then dealt the Tar Heels a 72-59 loss in the ACC Tournament (March 11). That meeting and the one before it were Unders by healthy margins, and that’s the better betting play for Sunday.

AVOID.

Over/Under

The Under is 4-0 in Virginia Tech’s last 4 games following an ATS loss.

This contest between veteran ACC lineups is ripe for a patient, defensive tussle. The Hokies have been hot on their 2-point looks and may be due for some regression in those shooting numbers. The quality looks they get are tilted toward the paint, and UNC shines in defending those attempts.

Neither side is 3-point dependent. Both teams have solid handles on the ball, and neither is apt to pile up a lot of 2nd-chance points. Carolina does well to get to the free-throw line with great frequency, but the visitors are met with defensive VT numbers that swing the other way at a like impressive level.

The Hokies play at a bottom-third tempo. This contest against road-weary North Carolina could well land in the low 130s.

BACK THE UNDER 142.5 (-115).

Play our free daily Pick’em Challenge and win! Play now!

If you’re looking for more sports betting picks and tips, access all of our content at SportsbookWire.com and BetFTW, or try out our USA TODAY Parlay Calculator. Please gamble responsibly.

Follow SportsbookWire on Twitter and like us on Facebook.

College sports coverage from USA TODAY Sports Media Group:

[lawrence-newsletter]

[lawrence-auto-related count=3 category=1667]

2022 World Cup: Japan vs. Croatia odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Monday’s Japan vs. Croatia odds and lines, with World Cup soccer expert picks, predictions and best bets.

Japan and Croatia face off Monday at Al Janoub Stadium. Kickoff is at 10 a.m. ET (FOX). Below, we analyze Tipico Sportsbook’s lines around the Japan vs. Croatia odds, and make our best World Cup bets, picks and predictions.

Japan won Group E outright. It toppled Germany and Spain, beating them both 2-1. However, they also lost to last placed Costa Rica 1-0. Now it takes on Croatia who has yet to lose in the World Cup.

Croatia drew with the eventual Group F winner Morocco 0-0 to open its group play and then drew 0-0 again against a desperate Belgium team to knock it out of the group stage. Croatia’s one surge in offense came against Canada where it netted 4 in a 4-1 victory.

World class soccer coverage all in one place: Get ESPN+

Japan vs. Croatia odds

Provided by Tipico Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list. Lines last updated Sunday at 7:20 a.m. ET.

Moneyline: Japan +300 (bet $100 to win $300) | Croatia +105 (bet $100 to win $105) | Draw +230
Over/Under: 2.5 (O: +140 | U: -160)

Claim your risk-free bet up to $350. Catch the excitement and start betting with Tipico Sportsbook! New customer offer in CO and NJ. 21+, see Tipico.com for Terms and Conditions. Bet now!

Prediction

Croatia 1 Japan 0

Moneyline (ML)

Japan has made most of its opportunities in this World Cup. It turned 10 shots on target into 4 goals in the group stage, although it only had 5 successful crosses (last place Costa Rica had 3). Croatia has conceded just 1 goal in Group F and just 7 shots on goal.

Croatia comes into this match with an 85% passing accuracy versus 78.6% for Japan.

BET CROATIA (+105).

Over/Under (O/U)

As mentioned above, Croatia’s defense has been quite good. If you have a feeling Japan could steal this game there may be value in the Over but as long as Croatia can control this game you won’t see much scoring.

Japan has yet to score a goal in the first half giving more reason to pick the Under, however, because the line is so steep at -160 it’s best to PASS.

Check out Pro Soccer Wire: For the American soccer fan, USA TODAY Sports Media Group’s website provides a fresh look at the beautiful game.

Want action on this contest or any other soccer matches? Bet legally online with a trusted partner: Tipico Sportsbook, SportsbookWire’s official sportsbook partner in CO and NJ. Bet now!

If you’re looking for more sports betting picks and tips, access all of our content at SportsbookWire.com and BetFTW, or try out our USA TODAY Parlay Calculator. Please gamble responsibly.

Follow Ethan Matthew on Twitter. Follow @SportsbookWire on Twitter and like us on Facebook.

[lawrence-newsletter]

[lawrence-auto-related count=3 category=43664]

Denver Nuggets at New Orleans Pelicans odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Sunday’s Denver Nuggets at New Orleans Pelicans odds and lines, with NBA expert picks, predictions and best bets.

The Denver Nuggets (14-8) face the New Orleans Pelicans (14-8) Sunday afternoon at Smoothie King Center. Tip is set for 3:30 p.m. ET. Below, we analyze Tipico Sportsbook’s lines around the Nuggets vs. Pelicans odds, and make our expert NBA picks and predictions.

The Nuggets started a 2-game Southeast US jaunt with a 117-109 loss at the Atlanta Hawks Friday. That snapped a 4-game win and cover streak. Denver has alternated the Over and Under in each of its past 6 games, cashing the Over in Atlanta.

The Pelicans steam into this contest on a 3-game win streak, covering the past 2. New Orleans has been fire against the number lately, going 7-3 ATS across the past 10 games overall. It has alternated the Under and Over across the past 4 outings, hitting the Under in Friday’s 117-99 win at the San Antonio Spurs.

Play our free daily Pick’em Challenge and win! Play now!

Nuggets at Pelicans odds

Provided by Tipico Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list. Lines last updated at 6:21 a.m. ET.

Moneyline (ML): Nuggets -115 (bet $115 to win $100) | Pelicans -105 (bet $105 to win $100)
Against the spread (ATS): Nuggets -1.5 (-105) | Pelicans +1.5 (-115)
Over/Under (O/U): 227.5 (O: -110 | U: -110)

Claim your risk-free bet up to $350. Catch the excitement and start betting with Tipico Sportsbook! New customer offer in CO and NJ. 21+, see Tipico.com for Terms and Conditions. Bet now!

Nuggets at Pelicans key injuries

Nuggets

F Jeff Green (knee) questionable
F Michael Porter Jr. (heel) questionable

Pelicans

F Brandon Ingram (toe) questionable
F Herbert Jones (ankle) questionable

For most recent updates: Official NBA injury report.

Nuggets at Pelicans picks and predictions

Prediction

Nuggets 107, Pelicans 102

Moneyline

The NUGGETS (-115) are a solid play on the road in this matinee game in the Big Easy despite MPJ on the injury report. G Jamaal Murray returned to action and gutted it out in Atlanta, scoring 20 points, so he should be OK for this one. The team also got G Bones Hyland back from the COVID list, and that helped immensely.

The Pelicans are on a 3-game win streak and are 5-1 SU across their past 6 outings. However, Denver has owned this series in recent seasons, posting 5 wins in the last 6 meetings, including 3 of the past 4 trips to NOLA.

Against the spread

The NUGGETS -1.5 (-105) are worth playing here if you like them to win unless you firmly believe the Pelicans will win, or lose by just 1 points.

Denver has covered 4 of the last 6 meetings in this series while going 4-0 ATS in its last 4 trips to the Crescent City. Look for the Nuggs to get it done again in this matinee action, cooling off the Pels.

Over/Under

LEAN UNDER 227.5 (-110).

The Under is always a strong play in an afternoon basketball game, especially in a ‘fun’ city with a vibrant nightlife. The Nuggets might start out a bit on the sluggish side before turning it on late.

The Under is 7-2 in the previous 9 meetings in this series while going 3-1 in the past 4 clashes in New Orleans.

While it’s mostly been all about the Over for Denver lately, the Under is 7-1 in the past 8 against winning teams for New Orleans, and 7-2 in its last 9 games at Smoothie King Center.

Want action on this NBA game or any other matchups? Bet legally online with a trusted partner: Tipico Sportsbook, SportsbookWire’s official sportsbook partner in CO and NJ. Bet now!

If you’re looking for more sports betting picks and tips, access all of our content at SportsbookWire.com and BetFTW, or try out our USA TODAY Parlay Calculator. Please gamble responsibly.

Follow Kevin J. Erickson on Twitter. Follow SportsbookWire on Twitter and like us on Facebook.

[lawrence-newsletter]

[lawrence-auto-related count=3 category=1368]

2022 World Cup: Brazil vs. South Korea odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Monday’s Brazil vs. South Korea odds and lines, with World Cup soccer expert picks, predictions and best bets.

Brazil and South Korea meet Monday in the Round of 16 at Stadium 974. Kickoff is set for 2 p.m. ET (FOX). Below, we analyze Tipico Sportsbook’s lines around the Brazil vs. South Korea odds, and make our best World Cup bets, picks and predictions.

Brazil won Group G, but lost as a -260 favorite 1-0 vs. Cameroon Friday in its final group stage match. Despite losing, Brazil dominated Cameroon in shots (21-7) and shots on target (7-3).

Paris Saint-Germaine striker Neymar (ankle) has reportedly been receiving cryotherapy in hopes of getting himself fit for Monday.

Brazil, the No. 1 team in FIFA’s world rankings, is the favorite to win the World Cup at +210.

South Korea qualified with 4 points out of Group H and eliminated Uruguay with its 2-1 win vs. Portugal Friday. F Hwang Hee-chan scored the stoppage-time winner as South Korea cashed as a +340 underdog.

South Korea, FIFA’s No. 28 team, is tied with Poland and Australia for the worst odds to win outright at +20000 ($100 to win $20,000).

Watch the FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022 on FOX and FS1 with FUBO TV

Brazil vs. South Korea odds

Provided by Tipico Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list. Lines last updated Sunday at 1:32 a.m. ET.

Moneyline: Brazil -350 (bet $350 to win $100) | South Korea +1100 (bet $100 to win $1,100) | Draw +480
Over/Under: 2.5 (O: -115 | U: +105)

Claim your risk-free bet up to $350. Catch the excitement and start betting with Tipico Sportsbook! New customer offer in CO and NJ. 21+, see Tipico.com for Terms and Conditions. Bet now!

Prediction

Brazil 1, South Korea 0

Moneyline (ML)

Brazil (-350) should cash, but the price is too high considering the squad’s play as of late. While Brazil did not need to win vs. Cameroon, it has not looked like a team that is capable of winning by margin in its last 2 games. After an impressive 2-0 win vs. Serbia in its World Cup opener, Brazil has scored just 1 goal over its last 2 matches.

BET SOUTH KOREA +2 (-106).

Over/Under (O/U)

The Under is 3-0 in Brazil’s games this tournament and I expect this trend to continue Monday as manager Tite’s squad continues to be underwhelming on offense. South Korea should come out playing very conservatively vs. this year’s favorites and, in an effort to avoid mistakes, help the Under stay undefeated in Brazil’s 2022 World Cup matches.

BET UNDER 2.5 (-105).

Check out Pro Soccer Wire: For the American soccer fan, USA TODAY Sports Media Group’s website provides a fresh look at the beautiful game.

Want action on this contest or any other soccer matches? Bet legally online with a trusted partner: Tipico Sportsbook, SportsbookWire’s official sportsbook partner in CO and NJ. Bet now!

If you’re looking for more sports betting picks and tips, access all of our content at SportsbookWire.com and BetFTW, or try out our USA TODAY Parlay Calculator. Please gamble responsibly.

Follow Corey Scott on Twitter. Follow @SportsbookWire on Twitter and like us on Facebook.

[lawrence-newsletter]

[lawrence-auto-related count=3 category=43664]