Portland Trail Blazers at Utah Jazz odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Saturday’s Portland Trail Blazers at Utah Jazz odds and lines, with NBA expert picks, predictions and best bets.

The Portland Trail Blazers (11-11) close out a 2-game road trip Saturday against the Utah Jazz (14-11). Tip-off is at 9 p.m. ET at Vivint Arena. Below, we analyze Tipico Sportsbook’s lines around the Trail Blazers vs. Jazz odds, and make our expert NBA picks and predictions.

The Trail Blazers last played Wednesday when they lost 128-109 at the Los Angeles Lakers and failed to cover as 6-point underdogs. Portland has lost 3 straight games and 7 of their last 8.

The Jazz are playing the 4th game of a 6-game homestand. They beat the Indiana Pacers 139-119 Friday as 4-point favorites. Utah has won 2 straight outings following a 5-game skid from Nov.21-28.

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Trail Blazers 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 9:39 a.m. ET.

  • Moneyline (ML): Trail Blazers +150 (bet $100 to win $150) | Trail Blazers -175 (bet $175 to win $100)
  • Against the spread (ATS): Trail Blazers +4.5 (-115) | Jazz -4.5 (-105)
  • Over/Under (O/U): 227.5 (O: -110 | U: -110)

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Trail Blazers at Jazz key injuries

Trail Blazers

  • G Josh Hart (ankle) doubtful
  • Keon Johnson (hip) out
  • Damian Lillard (calf) out

Jazz

  • Mike Conley (leg) out
  • Rudy Gay (hand) out

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Trail Blazers at Jazz picks and predictions

Prediction

Jazz 119, Trail Blazers 113

Moneyline

The Jazz are 8-3 at home this season and have won their last 2 games of the homestand, scoring 125 points or more in both.

The Blazers have lost 5 of their last 6 on the road.

Utah beat Portland on the road 118-113 Nov. 19.

But the line is just a little too expensive to bet the Jazz here.

PASS.

Against the spread

Both teams are better ATS than their win-loss record. Portland is 13-9 ATS this season and Utah is 15-10 ATS.

However, the Blazers are 3-7 ATS in their last 10 games and have covered the spread in only 1 of their last 5 losses.

The Jazz have covered the spread in 3 of their last 4 games and their last 2 wins on the homestand were by at least 13 points.

BET JAZZ -4.5 (-105).

Over/Under

The Trail Blazers have allowed 118 or more points in 3 of their last 4 games.

The Jazz have scored 125 or more in their last 2 games and have averaged 119.4 points per game in their last 10.

Even a 10-point win with the Jazz scoring 118 would make the Over hit.

BET OVER 227.5 (-110).

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2022 World Cup: England vs. Senegal odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Sunday’s England vs. Senegal odds and lines, with World Cup soccer expert picks, predictions and best bets.

England battles Senegal in the Round of 16 of the 2022 Qatar World Cup. Kickoff from Al Bayt Stadium is set for 2 p.m. ET (FS1). Below, we analyze Tipico Sportsbook’s lines around the England vs. Senegal odds, and make our best World Cup bets, picks and predictions.

England won Group B with 2 victories and a draw. They opened up World Cup play with an impressive 6-2 win over Iran. M Bukayo Saka was their only multi-goal scorer in that game.

England then drew USA 0-0 and was outshot by 2, their worst performance of the tournament. England ended group play with a 3-0 win over Wales. England, per FIFA Men’s Rankings, is the 5th-best team in the world.

Senegal, on the other hand, sits 18th and finished second in Group A. Netherlands won the group, but Senegal did finish with 2 wins, taking down Ecuador 2-1 and Qatar 3-1.

Their lone loss came against the Netherlands, losing 2-0 despite having more shots and more shots on frame. Senegal is captained by Chelsea D Kalidou Koulibaly.

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England vs. Senegal odds

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  • Moneyline: England -180 (bet $180 to win $100) | Senegal +600 (bet $100 to win $600) | Draw +295
  • Over/Under: 2.5 (O: +145 | U: -170)

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Prediction

England 2, Senegal 1

Moneyline (ML)

PASS.

England should come out on top in regulation, and the odds here expect that. (-180) is unplayable odds for England to win. Senegal played a strong game against the Netherlands and still ended up losing.

They did score a combined 5 goals against Ecuador and Qatar. Senegal has solid, world-class talent from multiple top-tier leagues, but England has the pace and depth to outlast and wear them down.

England looked the part of a contender and should have the firepower to get multiple in on Senegal, who allowed 4 goals in 3 Group Stage matches.

Over/Under (O/U)

BET OVER 2.5 (+145).

Both teams went Over this total in 2 of their 3 Group Stage games.

England scored 9 goals in 3 games and allowed 2. Senegal, on the other hand, scored 5 and allowed 4. The England attack is laced with dynamic wingers like F Marcus Rashford and F Raheem Sterling.

Couple that with arguably the best finisher in the world in F Harry Kane, and England should find success against a Senegal backline that allowed a goal in every Group Stage game.

Senegal also had double-digit shots in every Group Stage game, so expect them to have opportunities to score as well. Considering it all, back the OVER 2.5 (+145).

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Kansas City Chiefs at Cincinnati Bengals odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Sunday’s Kansas City Chiefs at Cincinnati Bengals odds and lines, with expert NFL picks, predictions and best bets.

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The Kansas City Chiefs (9-2) and Cincinnati Bengals (7-4) clash in a Week 13 matchup Sunday at Paycor Stadium. Kickoff is set for 4:25 p.m. ET (CBS). Below, we analyze Tipico Sportsbook‘s lines around the Chiefs vs. Bengals odds, and make our expert NFL picks and predictions.

This is a rematch of last year’s AFC Championship Game which Cincinnati won in overtime 27-24 as a 7-point underdog. The Bengals also defeated the Chiefs earlier that season 34-31 as 3.5-point underdogs.

The Chiefs are currently on a 5-game win streak, though they’re just 3-7-1 against the spread (ATS) this season. They haven’t covered the spread since Week 7 against the San Francisco 49ers when they won 44-23 as 1-point favorites. Star QB Patrick Mahomes is having an MVP-caliber season, leading the league in passing yards (3,585), passing TDs (29) and passing 1st downs (190).

The Bengals are on a 3-game win streak, coming off a 20-16 win over the Tennessee Titans last week as 1-point favorites. Cincinnati is 8-3 ATS this year with 3 of its 4 losses being decided by 3 points or fewer. The team also hopes to bring back RB Joe Mixon (provided he can pass concussion protocols) and WR Ja’Marr Chase from injury (barring a setback) after missing Mixon in Week 12 and Chase in Weeks 8-12.

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Chiefs at Bengals odds

Provided by Tipico Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list. Lines last updated Saturday at 3:23 p.m. ET.

  • Moneyline (ML): Chiefs -135 (bet $135 to win $100) | Bengals +115 (bet $100 to win $115)
  • Against the spread (ATS): Chiefs -2.5 (-110) | Bengals +2.5 (-110)
  • Over/Under (O/U): 52.5 (O: -110 | U: -110)

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Chiefs at Bengals key injuries

Chiefs

  • WR Kadarius Toney (hamstring) out
  • DB Deon Bush (elbow) questionable

Bengals

  • WR Ja’Marr Chase (hip) questionable
  • RB Joe Mixon (concussion) questionable
  • LB Logan Wilson (illness) questionable

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Chiefs at Bengals picks and predictions

Prediction

Chiefs 30, Bengals 27

Moneyline

Part of the reason why the Chiefs couldn’t beat the Bengals in the AFC Championship Game last year was the lack of pressure — they were only able to sack QB Joe Burrow once. However, the Chiefs have a much better pass rush this year — they’re currently 5th in the NFL in sacks with 35.

The Chiefs also seem to have a better running game this year with rookie RB Isiah Pacheco earning 275 total yards on 54 touches in his last 3 games. Look for the Chiefs to establish the run in this matchup while Mahomes spreads the ball around.

It should be close, but I’m leaning toward Kansas City to win this revenge game.

BET CHIEFS (-135).

Against the spread

Both games between the Chiefs and Bengals last year were decided by 3 points. The odds of this matchup being that close are high, so you’re probably better off betting the moneyline instead of the spread — you could be disappointed if this one is decided by 1 or 2 points.

AVOID the spread and take the Chiefs on the moneyline.

Over/Under

This Over/Under is tough because it’s entirely dependent on how much each team’s defense shows up. The big-scoring potential is there but both defenses have great games under their belts this season.

With that in mind, these are 2 top-5 NFL offenses. It’d be tough for this one not to total out at 53 or above.

LEAN OVER 52.5 (-110).

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Houston Rockets at Golden State Warriors odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Saturday’s Houston Rockets at Golden State Warriors odds and lines, with NBA expert picks, predictions and best bets.

The Houston Rockets (6-16) close out a 4-game road trip Saturday night against the Golden State Warriors (12-11). Tip-off is 8:30 p.m. ET at Chase Center. Below, we analyze Tipico Sportsbook’s lines around the Rockets vs. Warriors odds, and make our expert NBA picks and predictions.

The Rockets played Friday night, beating the Phoenix Suns 122-121 as 11.5-point underdogs. G Jalen Green had 30 points in the win. Houston is 1-2 on their current road swing.

The Warriors also played Friday night, defeating the Chicago Bulls 119-111 at home as 7-point favorites. G Jordan Poole came off the bench for 30 points, hitting 7 three-pointers in the win. Golden State has won 4 of its last 5 games.

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Rockets at Warriors 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 (ML): Rockets +380 (bet $100 to win $380) | Warriors -475 (bet $475 to win $100)
  • Against the spread (ATS): Rockets +9.5 (-120) | Warriors -9.5 (+100)
  • Over/Under (O/U): 232.5 (O: -110 | U: -110)

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Rockets at Warriors key injuries

Rockets

  • Jae’Sean Tate (ankle) out

Warriors

  • Andre Iguodala (hip) out

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Rockets at Warriors picks and predictions

Prediction

Warriors 122, Rockets 111

Moneyline

The Rockets did pick up an outright upset road win Friday night, but that was only their 3rd road win of the year to go with 11 losses.

The Warriors, on the other hand, are 10-1 at home and have won 9 straight at Chase Center. Golden State has won 4 of its last 5 and 7 of its last 10.

Houston’s win Friday should not be seen as a predictor for tonight’s game, but the line on this game is not worth the action.

PASS.

Against the spread

Despite the Rockets’ 6-16 record overall, they are 12-10 ATS and 7-7 ATS on the road.

Before their ATS and outright win Friday night, the Rockets lost the first 2 games of the road trip by at least 16 points.

Three of the Warriors’ last 4 wins and 5 of their last 7 have been by at least 10 points. They have the league’s second-best home ATS record at 8-3 ATS.

BET WARRIORS -9.5 (+100).

Over/Under

Four of the Rockets’ last 6 games have surpassed tonight’s projected total. They have allowed at least 120 points in 5 of their last 6 games.

The Warriors have scored at least 119 in 4 of their last 5.

BET OVER 232.5 (-110).

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Boston College at Duke odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Saturday’s Boston College at Duke odds and lines, with college basketball expert picks, predictions and best bets.

The Boston College Eagles (5-3, 0-0 ACC) and No. 16 Duke Blue Devils (7-2, 0-0) will battle Saturday in Durham. The contest at Cameron Indoor Stadium — the ACC opener for both sides — will begin at 4 p.m. ET (ACC Network). Below, we analyze Tipico Sportsbook’s lines around the Boston College vs. Duke odds, and make our expert college basketball picks, predictions and bets.

Rankings courtesy of the USA TODAY Sports Coaches Poll.

Boston College is coming off an 88-67 loss at Nebraska Wednesday as a 5.5-point underdog. The Eagles allowed the Cornhuskers to shoot 61.5% to clear that bar easily. That game marked the Eagles’ true road debut this season.

The Blue Devils covered a 5-point spread in a hard-fought 81-72 home win over No. 25 Ohio State Wednesday. The Buckeyes shot 47.3% to become just the 2nd foe to break the 45% barrier against a Duke defense that has allowed just 58.7 points per game (27th).

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Boston College at Duke 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: Boston College +800 (bet $100 to win $800) | Duke -1800 (bet $1,800 to win $100)
  • Against the spread (ATS): Boston College +17.5 (-115) | Duke -17.5 (-105)
  • Over/Under (O/U): 129.5 (O: -110 | U: -110)

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Boston College at Duke picks and predictions

Prediction

Duke 70, Boston College 55

Moneyline

Lots of room for error here — and more on our end as bettors than with the book. AVOID.

Against the spread

Boston College hosted Duke last season, and the Eagles kept the Devils from covering a 13.5-point spread in a 72-61 setback on Feb. 12. BC did trail by 20 late in that game, but it also registered a few similar game results against Quadrant 1 opponents.

The Eagles are a slight lean but not worth a partial-unit play unless the price on 17.5 evened out to -110 or better.

PASS.

Over/Under

There is an Under lean to this series as 5 of the last 6 meetings have ended that way, but both of these teams are capable of better shooting nights than they have thus far displayed.

Neither is in the top 250 in effective field-goal percentage. Mix some progression in those numbers with reasonable expectations for a decent amount of turnover/transition ball and some easy put-backs after offensive rebounds for DU, and the OVER 129.5 (-110) has value.

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NFL player props: 5 best bets for Week 13

NFL expert John Holler looks at the NFL Week 13 slate and tabs the 5 best NFL player props to cash in on.

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Lucky Week 13 involves a lot of hard feelings and revenge.

This week’s picks include the following. A Hall of Fame QB looking to erase awful memories from earlier this year. A young QB looking to change the pecking order in his division. A matchup of the best young wide receiver and rookie cornerback in the league. A revenge play for a star receiving ready the make his former team regret moving on him. And the beneficiary of the revenge play of the year.

Get your popcorn ready. Revenge is in the air and it smells salty.

Below, we break down Tipico Sportsbook‘s NFL odds and lines, and tab the best NFL Week 13 player prop bets to cash in on among SportsbookWire’s NFL expert picks and predictions.

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NFL week 13 prop bet picks and predictions

Odds provided by Tipico Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list. Lines last updated Saturday at 8:10 a.m. ET.

Bears QB Justin Fields SCORES A RUSHING/RECEIVING TOUCHDOWN (+140)

– Host Packers, Sunday 1 p.m. ET (FOX)

Since the Bears decided to allow Fields to run, he has scored at least 1 rushing touchdown in his last 5 games. In his first 6 games, he only scored 1 rushing TD, which came against the Packers.

It seems like everyone in the NFC North is sensing a swift and pronounced changing of the guard. The Vikings and Lions both got the Packers off their back. If the Bears are going to make it a trifecta, Fields will likely need to take 1 in with his legs.

He has proclaimed himself healthy. That’s good enough for me.

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Vikings WR Justin Jefferson OVER 83.5 receiving yards (-115)

– Host Jets, Sunday 1 p.m. ET (CBS)

Jefferson and Jets CB Sauce Gardner will be in a matchup a lot of people are talking about Sunday. Sauce has earned his respect. Jefferson has taken it and dominated.

The Jets will leave Gardner one-on-one with Jefferson for numerous plays. The Vikings have the confidence in Jefferson to simply put up 50/50 balls and let him go get it because he has won enough 20/80 balls to garner that trust.

The way J.J. piles up yards, they will only have to hit on 2 deep shots and cover the rest with slants and bubble screens.

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Chiefs QB Patrick Mahomes UNDER 308.5 passing yards (-115)

– At Bengals, Sunday 4:25 p.m. ET (CBS)

I always take pause when I see a passing number over 300 yards on the O/U board. Although it’s near Mahomes’ career average, it’s asking a lot against a team with a solid pass defense.

If I thought Kansas City was going to lose this game, I would be all over the Over. I think the Chiefs are going to exorcise the demons of January’s 2 losses to the Bengals and play much more of a ball-control game mixing the run and pass and forcing Cincinnati to be off-balance.

I never like betting against Mahomes, but I don’t think he needs this number to win the game.

Browns RB Nick Chubb OVER 94.5 rushing yards (-115)

– At Texans, Sunday 1 p.m. ET (CBS)

Chubb will be secondary in the lead-up to this game. It’s all Deshaun Watson all the time on his return to Houston.

Watson will get his, but the Browns are going to be primed to obliterate the Texans, who own Cleveland’s draft for the short-term future.

Chubb may have to play sidekick early as the Browns let Watson throw early and often to make a statement. But there are few scenarios that don’t have Cleveland running Chubb 20 or more times.

It’s a big number, but if you’re anticipating a significant number of carries like I am, you don’t need to pop too many to hit it.

Eagles WR A.J. Brown OVER 77.5 receiving yards (-115)

– Host Titans, Sunday 1 p.m. ET (FOX)

There are scenarios that will have both teams running the ball and bleeding the clock, but Brown and Eagles QB Jalen Hurts are like brothers, and Brown is facing the team that shipped him out of Nashville.

I wouldn’t be surprised to see Brown targeted 3 or 4 times in the first drive alone just to make a point. Even if the Eagles can run easily on the Titans – far from a certainty – Brown is going to get his chances.

Expect 10 or more targets. I like my odds on his getting 78 yards if that happens.

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

Analyzing Sunday’s France vs. Poland odds and lines, with World Cup soccer expert picks, predictions and best bets.

France and Poland meet Sunday in the Round of 16 at Al Thumama Stadium. Kickoff is set for 10 a.m. ET (FS1). Below, we analyze Tipico Sportsbook’s lines around the France vs. Poland odds, and make our best World Cup bets, picks and predictions.

France won Group D with just 6 points after losing as a -260 favorite 1-0 vs. Tunisia Wednesday. The reigning champions sent out a squad made up of mostly back-up players as their 6-match win streak at the World Cup came to an end.

Paris Saint-Germain F Kylian Mbappé leads Les Bleus with 3 goals and is favored to finish as France’s top goal scorer at -699. AC Milan F Olivier Giroud (2 goals) has the 2nd-best odds at +500.

Poland played runner-up to Argentina in Group C finishing with 4 points after a 2-0 loss to La Albiceleste Wednesday. Juventus G Wojciech Szczesny saved a F Lionel Messi penalty in the 1st half, but eventually conceded 2 goals as Argentina outshot Poland 23-4 with 12 on target vs. Poland’s 0.

Barcelona F Robert Lewandowski (-300) and Napoli M Piotr Zieliński (+220) have the best odds to finish as Poland’s top goal scorer and have both scored 1 goal each.

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France vs. Poland odds

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  • Moneyline: France -320 (bet $320 to win $100) | Poland +950 (bet $100 to win $950) | Draw +440
  • Over/Under: 2.5 (O: -115 | U: -105)

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Prediction

France 3, Poland 1

Moneyline (ML)

France (-320) is a top-4 team in the world and should have no problem winning in regulation vs. Poland. However, risking over 3 times your potential profit is a little unnecessary when France should win by multiple goals. I expect France to bounce back after a disappointing result vs. Tunisia and make a statement against an outmatched Poland squad.

BET FRANCE -1 (-109).

Over/Under (O/U)

Both teams’ offenses looked miserable in their most recent matches. France couldn’t score vs. Tunisia and Poland couldn’t even get a shot on target vs. Argentina. I expect both of these squads to be much more aggressive Sunday with some of the best strikers in the world on the pitch in Lewandowski, Mbappé and Giroud.

BET OVER 2.5 (-115).

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Saint Mary’s vs. Houston odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Saturday’s Saint Mary’s vs. Houston odds and lines, with college basketball expert picks, predictions and best bets.

The Saint Mary’s Gaels (6-2) and the No. 1 Houston Cougars (7-0) meet Saturday at Dickies Arena in Fort Worth, Texas. Tip-off is scheduled for 9:30 p.m. ET (ESPN2). Below, we analyze Tipico Sportsbook’s lines around the Saint Mary’s vs. Houston odds, and make our expert college basketball picks, predictions and bets.

Rankings courtesy of the USA TODAY Sports Coaches Poll.

The Gaels opened the season with 6 consecutive wins, including nice victories over Vermont and Vanderbilt. However, SMC has dropped a pair of games against Washington and New Mexico, entering on an 0-2 SU/ATS skid.

The top-ranked Cougars struggled last Saturday in a 49-44 win at home against Kent State, but in its first game as the top-ranked team, Houston pounded Norfolk State of the MEAC by a 100-52 count, covering a 26.5-point spread as the Over hit. It was just the 2nd Over of the season for UH.

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Saint Mary’s vs. Houston odds

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  • Moneyline (ML): Off the board
  • Against the spread (ATS): Saint Mary’s +10.5 (-110) | Houston -10.5 (-110)
  • Over/Under (O/U): 118.5 (O: -115 | U: -105)

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Saint Mary’s vs. Houston picks and predictions

Prediction

Houston 66, Saint Mary’s 51

Moneyline

There was no money line available at the time of publishing.

Against the spread

HOUSTON -10.5 (-110) is a strong play to cash. The Gaels know what it takes to drop the top-ranked team, winning 2 of the past 7 outright as an underdog against a No. 1 team. Both of those wins were against Gonzaga, including once last February.

However, it isn’t happening here, as Houston’s defense will wreak havoc on Saint Mary’s. The Cougars rank No. 1 in the nation with just 48.0 points allowed per game, while also limiting the opposition to 30.0% from the field and 18.5% from behind the 3-point line, both also the top marks in the country.

Over/Under

UNDER 118.5 (-105) is worth a look, but only play a half-unit.

The Cougars dropped triple digits last time out against Norfolk State, but Houston won’t be able to get out and run against a St. Mary’s team which allows just 57.5 PPG, 19th in the country.

Houston also plays shutdown defense, and we will see a defensive slog early before the Cougars pull away in the second half.

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New Jersey Devils at Philadelphia Flyers odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Saturday’s New Jersey Devils at Philadelphia Flyers odds and lines, with NHL expert picks, predictions and best bets.

The New Jersey Devils (19-4-1) and Philadelphia Flyers (8-11-4) meet Saturday at the Wells Fargo Center. Puck drop is scheduled for 7 p.m. ET (ESPN+). Below, we analyze Tipico Sportsbook’s lines around the Devils vs. Flyers odds, and make our expert NHL picks and predictions.

The Devils are coming off a 4-3 overtime loss against the Nashville Predators last time out Thursday, falling at home. New Jersey still has lost in regulation just once in the past 18 games dating back to Oct. 24.

These teams met in the regular-season opener in this very same venue, and Philadelphia won 5-2 as the Over connected.

The Flyers are coming off a 4-1 setback against the Tampa Bay Lightning, and Philadelphia is now 1-8-3 in the past 12 games. The Under has cashed in 4 of the past 5 games overall.

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Devils at Flyers odds

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  • Moneyline (ML): Devils -220 (bet $220 to win $100) | Flyers +190 (bet $100 to win $190)
  • Puck line (PL)/Against the spread (ATS): Devils -1.5 (+115) | Flyers +1.5 (-135)
  • Over/Under (O/U): 6.5 (O: +115 | U: -135)

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Devils at Flyers projected goalies

Vitek Vanecek (11-2-1, 2.24 GAA, .918 SV%, 1 SO) vs. Carter Hart (7-6-4, 2.81 GAA, .914 SV%)

Vanecek allowed 4 goals on just 24 shots in the OT loss to the Predators. That was his most goals allowed since he coughed up 5 goals on 22 shots in a 5-2 loss against the Detroit Red Wings in his first outing of the season Oct. 15.

Hart conceded 4 goals on 27 shots in a loss against the Lightning Thursday, and he has won just 1 start in the past 9 starts, going 1-6-2 during the span. Hart has allowed 4 or more goals in 5 of the past 7 outings. He was in net Oct. 13 against the Devils, stopping 35 of the 37 shots in the win.

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Devils at Flyers picks and predictions

Prediction

Flyers 4, Devils 3

Moneyline

The FLYERS (+190) are worth a roll of the dice for a chance to nearly double up. Philly dumped New Jersey 5-2 back in mid-October. While it’s true, these teams have gone in different directions since the first meeting, Philly has had Jersey’s number in recent seasons.

The Devils are 1-4 in the past 5 trips to Philadelphia, while the home team is also 5-0 in the past 5 in this series.

New Jersey hasn’t had back-to-back losses since Oct. 13-15, so it is due for a skid, too.

Puck line/Against the spread

The FLYERS +1.5 (-135) are worth a look if you just can’t trust Philadelphia straight up, and you would like a little bit of insurance.

Philly has had just 1 win in the past 9 games overall, but 3 of the losses were either in overtime or a shootout.

Over/Under

OVER 6.5 (+115) was steamed up from 5.5 overnight, but it’s still worthy of playing.

The Over hit in the first meeting with a total of 7 goals. And Jersey has hit the Over in each of the past 2 games after a 7-0-1 Under run in the previous 8 outings. The 7 goals allowed in the past 2 games are the most in consecutive outings for the Devils since allowing 8 goals in a back-to-back situation Oct. 24-25.

The Under is on a 4-1 run for the Fly Guys in the past 5 outings. However, the Over is 7-2-1 in the past 10 meetings in this series, and 4-1-1 in the past 6 battles in Philadelphia.

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Florida State at Virginia odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Saturday’s Florida State at Virginia odds and lines, with college basketball expert picks, predictions and best bets.

The Florida State Seminoles (1-8, 0-0 ACC) and No. 3  Virginia Cavaliers (6-0, 0-0) lift the lid on their respective ACC season Saturday in Charlottesville. The opening tip at John Paul Jones Arena will be at 2 p.m. ET (ESPN2). Below, we analyze Tipico Sportsbook’s lines around the Florida State vs. Virginia odds, and make our expert college basketball picks, predictions and bets.

Rankings courtesy of the USA TODAY Sports Coaches Poll.

Florida State is coming off back-to-back losses against Big Ten foes Nebraska and Purdue and has lost 4 consecutive games. Expectations of this Seminoles squad have gotten low enough that they were 16-point underdogs in Wednesday’s 79-69 loss to the Boilermakers.

The Cavaliers are coming off back-to-back ATS losses by 1.5-point margins. The most recent of those was a 70-68 triumph at Michigan Tuesday as 3.5-point favorites. The Wolverines shot 53.1% from the floor in that game and actually led the contest for more than 20 minutes.

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Florida State at Virginia odds

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  • Moneyline: Florida State +875 (bet $100 to win $875) | Virginia -2500 (bet $2,500 to win $100)
  • Against the spread (ATS): Florida State +19.5 (-115) | Virginia -19.5 (-105)
  • Over/Under (O/U): 130.5 (O: -105 | U: -115)

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Florida State at Virginia picks and predictions

Prediction

Virginia 69, Florida State 52

Moneyline

PASS.

Peg true odds as being tangled in the heavy rough between these prices.

Against the spread

Slow-tempo Virginia is thus far 3-1 ATS in games against up-tempo opponents, but there aren’t really any comps for this mid-level (rated No. 160 on KenPom) FSU five.

A veteran Cavaliers team will be mostly content to get this one out of reach late and then constrict the life out of the ‘Noles. So, the points here are a lot. On the other side, Florida State has earned a no-confidence vote until further notice. Trouble both shooting the ball and rebounding is not a recipe for success.

PASS.

Over/Under

The Under is 6-1 in the Seminoles’ last 7 games following a double-digit home loss.

The Over has trended in this series, but the total also has not been this high since Jan. 5, 2019, when the Under hit in a 65-52 UVA triumph. That’s roughly how Saturday’s contest lays out: a Wahoos win by a figure in the mid-teens or so. With UVA scoring fewer than 75 points.

TAKE THE UNDER 130.5 (-115).

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