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Big 12 Championship: Kansas State vs. TCU odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Saturday’s Kansas State vs. TCU odds and lines, with college football expert picks, predictions and best bets.

The No. 10 Kansas State Wildcats (9-3, 7-2 Big 12) will face the No. 3 TCU Horned Frogs (12-0, 9-0) in the Big 12 Championship on Saturday at AT&T Stadium. Kickoff is scheduled for noon ET (ABC). Below, we analyze Tipico Sportsbook‘s lines around the Kansas State vs. TCU odds, and make our expert college football picks and predictions.

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The Wildcats secured a 47-27 victory over Kansas last week to cover as 11.5-point favorites at home. After a disappointing loss to Texas on Nov. 5, Kansas State has strung together 3 straight conference wins.

The Horned Frogs cruised to a 62-14 win over Iowa State last week to easily cover as 9.5-point favorites at home. TCU boasts the No. 3 spot in the College Football Playoff Rankings.

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Kansas State vs. TCU odds

Provided by Tipico Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list. Lines last updated Thursday at 11:05 a.m. ET.

Moneyline (ML): Kansas State +115 (bet $100 to win $115) | TCU -135 (bet $135 to win $100)
Against the spread (ATS): Kansas State +2.5 (-108) | TCU -2.5 (-112)
Over/Under (O/U): 62 (O: -108 | U: -112)

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Kansas State vs. TCU picks and predictions

Prediction

TCU 38, Kansas State 31

Moneyline

I’ll take TCU (-135) to secure the win and cement its spot in the playoffs. The Horned Frogs defeated the Wildcats 38-28 on Oct. 22, but Kansas State starting QB Adrian Martinez left the game early with a leg injury.

Against the spread

TCU -2.5 (-112) is an intriguing wager in this game at the current odds. The Horned Frogs have an electric offense that should have no issues moving the ball on the Wildcats.

The Horned Frogs are 6-1-1 ATS in their last 8 games following an ATS win and they are 5-1 ATS in their last 6 games overall. TCU also went 6-2-1 ATS against conference opponents this season.

Over/Under

Considering that it’s a Big 12 showdown on Saturday, OVER 62 (-108) is an enticing bet to take. Kansas State averages 33.4 points per game (34th in the nation) while TCU averages 41.3 points per game (3rd in the nation).

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Best NFL underdog picks and predictions for Week 13

Analyzing NFL Week 13 betting odds and lines, with expert predictions and picks of the 3 best underdogs to cash in on.

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In Week 12, the underdog did not do well in terms of wins. In 16 NFL games played, only 5 underdogs on the moneyline won their games outright. However, there were 8 underdogs who covered the spread last week.

Below, we analyze Tipico Sportsbook’s NFL odds and lines, and tab the best NFL Week 13 underdog bets to cash in on among SportbookWire’s NFL expert picks and predictions.

I went 1-2 on my underdog picks last week, making me 17-19 on the season. The Detroit Lions kicked off the week on Thanksgiving by covering the spread, but the Houston Texans did not cover and the Arizona Cardinals did not win outright, losing to the Los Angeles Chargers by 1 point.

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NFL underdog predictions: Week 13

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TENNESSEE TITANS +5 (-112) at Philadelphia Eagles — 1 p.m. (FOX)

The Titans are 8-3 ATS and covered the spread in 8 straight games before losing 20-16 to the Cincinnati Bengals as 1-point underdogs.

The Eagles are only 6-5 ATS this season and have failed to cover the spread in 3 of their last 4 games.

Tennessee, because of their No. 8 scoring defense and their ability to run the ball with RB Derrick Henry, they can keep any game close.

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Jacksonville Jaguars at DETROIT LIONS +0.5 (-107) – 1 p.m. (FOX)

The Lions have covered the spread in 5 straight games and in 7 of their last 10 contests.

The Jaguars are 4-5-1 ATS in their last 10 games but are 2-0-1 ATS in their last 3.

The Jaguars have only won 1 game on the road this season.

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MIAMI DOLPHINS (+170) at San Francisco 49ers – 4:05 p.m. (FOX)

The 49ers have won 4 straight games, but the Dolphins have a 5-game winning streak of their own.

The 49ers have the league’s No. 1 total defense, but face a Miami offense that has scored 30 or more in 4 straight games.

Miami’s ability to put points on the board will challenge the 49ers, especially since San Francisco’s running game has taken a hit with RB Elijah Mitchell on injured reserve again and RB Christian McCaffrey dealing with a knee injury they have to manage.

If the Dolphins get a lead, the 49ers won’t be able to have the offensive balance that they need to win.

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Denver at Houston Christian odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Thursday’s Denver at Houston Christian odds and lines, with college basketball expert picks, predictions and best bets.

The Denver Pioneers (6-1) and the Houston Christian Huskies (1-6) meet Thursday at Sharp Gymnasium in Houston. Tip-off is scheduled for 8 p.m. ET (ESPN+). Below, we analyze Tipico Sportsbook’s lines around the Denver vs. Houston Christian odds, and make our expert college basketball picks, predictions and bets.

The Pioneers have won 4 games in a row, with 2 of the games on the road, and 2 of the games on a neutral floor. Denver won 77-76 at New Orleans last Friday, but it failed to cover as a 3.5-point favorite. Still, Denver is 2-1-1 ATS in the last 4 outings.

The Huskies are coming off a 105-69 rout at the hands of the Missouri Tigers. HCU’s only victory came against Champion Christian, an Association of Christian College Athletics (ACCA) team.

Houston Christian has hit just 64.3% from the free-throw line, ranking 315th in the nation. And defensively, the Huskies are awful, ranking 363rd in both points allowed (87.3) and field-goal percentage (52.8%).

On the flip side, Denver ranks 10th in the country with a 51.1% field-goal percentage, posting 76.3 PPG.

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Denver at Houston Christian odds

Provided by Tipico Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list. Lines last updated at 9:14 a.m. ET.

Moneyline (ML): Denver -310 (bet $310 to win $100) | Houston Christian +230 (bet $100 to win $230)
Against the spread (ATS): Denver -7.5 (-105) | Houston Christian +7.5 (-115)
Over/Under (O/U): 151.5 (O: -110 | U: -110)

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Denver at Houston Christian picks and predictions

Prediction

Denver 91, Houston Christian 73

Moneyline

Denver (-310) is way too expensive on the moneyline in this road game, even though Houston Christian (+230) is terrible, especially defensively.

PASS.

Against the spread

DENVER -7.5 (-105) is the play here on the road. The Pioneers have been playing great basketball, and Denver has been shooting lights out all season, losing just once against Sacramento State.

Houston Christian +7.5 (-115) has been horrible all season, with its lone win coming against a non-Div. 1 opponent. The Huskies have lost by double digits 3 times, including twice by 36-plus points. All 6 losses have been by 6 or more points.

Over/Under

OVER 151.5 (-110) is the best play on the board. Houston Christian is horrific defensively, while Denver shoots lights out. That’s a recipe for disaster for HCU and Under bettors. The Huskies allowed 105 points last time out at Mizzou, and it wouldn’t be shocking to see the Pioneers drop at least 90 on them here.

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Akron at Buffalo odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Friday’s Akron at Buffalo odds and lines, with college football expert picks, predictions and best bets.

The Akron Zips (2-9, 1-6 MAC) meet the Buffalo Bulls (5-6, 4-3) Friday at UB Stadium in Buffalo. Kickoff is scheduled for 1 p.m. ET (ESPN+). Below, we analyze Tipico Sportsbook’s lines around the Akron vs. Buffalo odds, and make our expert college football picks and predictions.

The Zips snapped a 9-game skid with a 44-12 win at Northern Illinois Saturday as a 9.5-point underdog. It was Akron’s first victory of the season against an FBS team. The Zips are a respectable 5-2-1 ATS across the past 8 games overall.

The Bulls need a victory to secure bowl eligibility in this makeup game due to the massive snowstorm in western New York.

Buffalo blew a chance to lock up a bowl bid last time out, falling 30-27 in overtime against Kent State Saturday. It was UB’s 3rd consecutive loss and non-cover after a 5-game win and cover streak.

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Akron at Buffalo odds

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

Moneyline (ML): Akron +350 (bet $100 to win $350) | Buffalo -450 (bet $450 to win $100)
Against the spread: Akron +11 (-110) | Buffalo -11 (-110)
Over/Under (O/U): 55 (O: -113 | U: -107)

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Akron at Buffalo picks and predictions

Prediction

Buffalo 32, Akron 25

Moneyline

Buffalo (-450) will cost you 4 1/2 times your potential return, which is a little too expensive for a team coming in on a 3-game losing skid.

Akron picked up a surprising 32-point win last time out against NIU, and the pressure is all on UB. The Bulls are desperate for a win, trying to secure bowl eligibility in a make-up game on a Friday afternoon, while the Zips will be carefree and just playing with no pressure at all. It’s a dangerous spot for UB.

PASS.

Against the spread

AKRON +11 (-110) is worth a look in this rare Friday afternoon game.

The Zips rolled up 200 rushing yards and 312 passing yards last week at NIU, and it’s a bad time for Akron to play its best game of the season, at least for Buffalo. The Bulls have frittered away the past 3 chances to lock up a 6th overall win and bowl eligibility. This is it, and UB could be a little tight.

However, you will be going against the series trends as Akron is 0-4 ATS in the past 4 meetings overall and 0-5 ATS in the past 5 trips to Buffalo.

Over/Under

An OVER 55 (-113) play is the lean here, but go lightly.

The Over is 10-4 in the past 14 games on the road for the Zips, while going 4-1 in the past 5 appearances on a Friday, too.

For the Bulls, the Over has hit in 4 in a row, 5 of the past 6 home games and is 4-0 in their past 4 inside the MAC.

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Washington Capitals at Seattle Kraken odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Thursday’s Washington Capitals at Seattle Kraken odds and lines, with NHL expert picks, predictions and best bets.

The Washington Capitals (10-11-3) and Seattle Kraken (14-5-3) meet Thursday at Climate Pledge Arena in Seattle. Puck drop is scheduled for 10 p.m. ET (ESPN+). Below, we analyze Tipico Sportsbook’s lines around the Capitals vs. Kraken odds, and make our expert NHL picks and predictions.

The Capitals registered a 5-1 win against the Vancouver Canucks Tuesday in the 2nd game of their 6-game road trip after falling by an identical score in New Jersey Saturday. Washington has cashed the Under in 5 straight games.

The Kraken are coming off a wild 9-8 overtime victory against the Los Angeles Kings Tuesday, the team’s 6th consecutive victory. Seattle has scored 4 or more goals in 4 straight outings and is averaging 5.3 goals per game during the 6-game run.

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Capitals at Kraken odds

Provided by Tipico Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list. Lines last updated at 8:26 a.m. ET.

Moneyline (ML): Capitals +105 (bet $100 to win $105) | Kraken -125 (bet $125 to win $100)
Puck line (PL)/Against the spread (ATS): Capitals +1.5 (-240) | Kraken -1.5 (+175)
Over/Under (O/U): 5.5 (O: -135 | U: +115)

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Capitals at Kraken projected goalies

Darcy Kuemper (12-4-0, 2.44 GAA, .921 SV%, 2 SO) vs. Philipp Grubauer (4-1-1, 3.35 GAA, .870 SV%)

Kuemper has picked up victories in 3 consecutive games, including allowing just 3 goals on 87 shots in a shutout of the Calgary Flames Friday. While he was 4-6-0 over 10 starts in November, he had a solid 2.61 GAA and .912 SV%. The Caps provided just 9 total goals of offensive support in the 6 losses.

Grubauer allowed 2 goals on 22 shots in his return to the lineup Friday at Vegas after missing 5 weeks due to a lower-body injury. He has faced just one Eastern Conference team, the Carolina Hurricanes on Oct. 17, and he was on the short end of a 5-1 loss.

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Capitals at Kraken picks and predictions

Prediction

Kraken 4, Capitals 2

Moneyline

The KRAKEN (-125) have been red-hot on offense, led by rookie C Matty Beniers, who has 4 goals and 7 assists with a plus-9 rating across the past 5 outings. Offseason free-agent addition LW Andre Burakovsky is good for 5 goals and 3 assists in the past 4 outings, and Justin Schultz has 2 goals and 10 oints in the past 6 games. The Kraken are releasing the puck and getting points from all over.

The Capitals have won just once in the past 7 games on the road, and they’re 2-10 in the past 12 against teams with a winning record, too.

Puck line/Against the spread

The KRAKEN -1.5 (+175) are worth a roll of the dice on the puck line for a chance to nearly double up.

Seattle has won 6 in a row, 4 straight against the Eastern Conference and 5 of their last 7 at home. While the Kraken have won just twice in the past 5 games by more than 1 goal, 6 of their past 11 wins have been by 2 or more goals.

Over/Under

OVER 5.5 (-135) is the play here, and the fact the total is so low makes this a strong play.

Seattle has lit the lamp 17 times in the past 3 games, has scored 3 or more goals in 5 straight outings and 15 of the previous 17 outings.

The reason the line is so low is due to the Caps, who are on a 5-0 Under run. It will be interesting to see if Grubauer can cool off the red-hot Kraken.

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UCLA at Stanford odds, picks and predictions

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

The No. 21 UCLA Bruins (5-2, 0-0 Pac-12) and Stanford Cardinal (3-4, 0-0) open Pac-12 play on Thursday. Opening tip at Maples Pavilion will be at 10:30 p.m. ET (ESPN2). Below, we analyze Tipico Sportsbook’s lines around the UCLA vs. Stanford odds, and make our expert college basketball picks, predictions and bets.

UCLA was a 23-point favorite in its most recent game, an 81-60 win over Bellarmine on Sunday. The Bruins shot a season-high 60.8% in the home-court triumph. Thursday’s contest in northern California marks the 1st true road game of the season for last year’s Pac-12 runner-up (15-5).

Stanford also played on Sunday. The underdog (+6) Cardinal lost 56-48 to Memphis in the 5th-place game of the ESPN Events Invitational in Kissimmee, Fla. Stanford — 8-12, placing 8th in the league a year ago — shot just 37.4% in that tournament, winning 1 game and losing 2.

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UCLA at Stanford odds

Provided by Tipico Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list. Lines last updated at 8:22 a.m. ET.

Moneyline: Off the board
Against the spread (ATS): UCLA -6.5 (-105) | Stanford +6.5 (-115)
Over/Under (O/U): 136.5 (O: -110 | U: -110)

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UCLA at Stanford picks and predictions

Prediction

UCLA 71, Stanford 62

Moneyline

Not available.

Against the spread

UCLA swept the season series between last season, including a 79-70 victory at Maples Pavilion. The Bruins are 6-3 ATS in the last 9 meetings. Stanford is 0-4 ATS in its last 4 games against winning teams.

Stanford’s defense is solid, but the Cardinal will not be able to match the Bruins offensively. UCLA is shooting 39.1% from distance; SU has been just average in defending the perimeter.

Look for some transition buckets to fuel a 2 or 3 significant UCLA runs, and that will get the final margin closer to 4-score territory. TAKE THE BRUINS -6.5 (-105).

Over/Under

O/U trends swing both ways. In a mid-pace game that does not figure to be loaded with free throws, there is an Under lean. But a healthy respect for the UCLA offense has that lean in check unless the total climbed to 138 or so.

AVOID.

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Seton Hall at Kansas odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Thursday’s Seton Hall at Kansas odds and lines, with college basketball expert picks, predictions and best bets.

The Seton Hall Pirates (4-3) and the No. 9 Kansas Jayhawks (7-1) meet Thursday at Allen Fieldhouse in Lawrence, Kan. Tip-off is scheduled for 9 p.m. ET (ESPN). Below, we analyze Tipico Sportsbook’s lines around the Seton Hall vs. Kansas odds, and make our expert college basketball picks, predictions and bets.

The Pirates have lost their last 2 games after opening 4-1 straight up and against the spread (ATS). Seton Hall does have a 70-69 win over Memphis on a neutral floor, but it lost Sunday against Siena 60-55 as a 14.5-point favorite after a 77-64 setback against Oklahoma prior to that.

The Jayhawks rolled up an 87-55 win against Texas Southern last time out on Nov. 28, bouncing back after a neutral-site 64-50 loss against Tennessee. Kansas covered (-25.5) against the TSU Tigers, a rare cover after going 1-6 ATS in the first 7 games. The Over is 4-1 in the last 5 games overall.

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Seton Hall at Kansas odds

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Moneyline (ML): Off the board (OTB)
Against the spread (ATS): Seton Hall +8.5 (-110) | Kansas -8.5 (-110)
Over/Under (O/U): 136.5 (O: -105 | U: -115)

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Seton Hall at Kansas picks and predictions

Prediction

Kansas 72, Seton Hall 61

Moneyline

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

Against the spread

KANSAS -8.5 (-110) is a little bit risky given the fact it is 2-6 ATS in the 1st 8 games this season. The offense has been a little bit shaky, but the defense is strong. The Jayhawks are the play, though, as Seton Hall +8.5 (-110) has dropped 2 in a row.

Even worse, the Pirates could be without the team’s second-leading scorer, Dre Davis, who is questionable with a knee injury. Davis is averaging 11.4 PPG, while shooting 45.7% from the field and 91.7% at the free-throw line. If he doesn’t play, that would be a gigantic loss for the Pirates.

Over/Under

UNDER 136.5 (-115) is the best play on the board.

The Under is 18-6 in Seton Hall’s last 24 games dating back to last season, while going 13-3 in the last 16 games on the road.

The Over is 4-1 in the last 5 games at home for Kansas, but it is allowing just 65.5 PPG, and Seton Hall will have difficulty negotiating that defense, especially if Davis is on the shelf.

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Vegas Golden Knights at Pittsburgh Penguins odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Thursday’s Vegas Golden Knights at Pittsburgh Penguins odds and lines, with NHL expert picks, predictions and best bets.

The Vegas Golden Knights (17-6-1) and Pittsburgh Penguins (11-8-4) meet Thursday at PPG Paints Arena in Pittsburgh. Puck drop is scheduled for 7 p.m. ET (ESPN+). Below, we analyze Tipico Sportsbook’s lines around the Golden Knights vs. Penguins odds, and make our expert NHL picks and predictions.

The Golden Knights kicked off a 4-game road trip with a 3-2 shootout win against the Columbus Blue Jackets Monday. It snapped a mini 2-game skid. The Under has cashed in each of the past 4 games for Vegas.

The Penguins were on the short end of a 3-2 overtime setback against the visiting Carolina Hurricanes Tuesday. Pittsburgh cashed its 4th consecutive Under, too.

Pittsburgh received bad news Wednesday, as the team announced veteran defenseman Kris Letang will be out indefinitely after suffering his second stroke in less than a decade.

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Golden Knights at Penguins odds

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Moneyline (ML): Golden Knights +100 (bet $100 to win $100) | Penguins -120 (bet $120 to win $100)
Puck line (PL)/Against the spread (ATS): Golden Knights +1.5 (-260) | Penguins -1.5 (+185)
Over/Under (O/U): 6.5 (O: -105 | U: -115)

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Golden Knights at Penguins projected goalies

Logan Thompson (12-4-0, 2.44 GAA, .921 SV%, 2 SO) vs. Tristan Jarry (8-3-3, 2.91 GAA, .914 SV%, 1 SO)

Thompson allowed just 2 goals on 28 shots in the 3-2 shootout victory against the Blue Jackets Monday. He was 8-2-0 with a 2.88 GAA and .909 SV% over 10 starts in November. He has won all 5 of his starts against Eastern Conference teams this season, too.

Jarry was edged out Tuesday by the Hurricanes, allowing 3 goals on 39 shots, slipping to 4-1-3 with a 2.82 GAA and .914 SV% with a shutout across 8 November starts. He has won his past 3 starts against Western Conference foes.

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Golden Knights at Penguins picks and predictions

Prediction

Penguins 3, Golden Knights 2

Moneyline

The PENGUINS (-120) are a decent play at home against the Golden Knights, who have just the win against the Jackets in their last 3 games.

While the VGK has won 8 of its last 9 road games, it is just 2-5 in the past 7 meetings against the Pens. The favorite is 7-1 in the past 8 in this series, too.

Puck line/Against the spread

The Golden Knights +1.5 (-260) will cost you over 2 1/2 times your potential return if you want a little insurance and don’t trust Vegas straight up. It’s too expensive, so if you like VGK just bet it straight up.

AVOID.

Over/Under

UNDER 6.5 (-115) is the lean here, as both teams have cashed the Under in each of their last 4 games.

The Under is also 4-1 in the past 5 home games for the Pens while going 6-2 in their last 8 against Western Conference teams.

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Dallas Mavericks at Detroit Pistons odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Thursday’s Dallas Mavericks at Detroit Pistons odds and lines, with NBA expert picks, predictions and best bets.

The Dallas Mavericks (10-10) will square off against the Detroit Pistons (5-18) on Thursday at the Little Caesars Arena. Tip-off is scheduled for 7 p.m. ET (NBA TV). Below, we analyze Tipico Sportsbook’s lines around the Mavericks vs. Pistons odds, and make our expert NBA picks and predictions.

The Mavericks took down the Golden State Warriors 116-113 on Tuesday to cover as 1-point favorites at home. Dallas was on a 4-game losing streak before defeating Golden State.

The Pistons were blown out 140-110 on Tuesday as they fell way short of covering as 4.5-point underdogs at home against the New York Knicks. Detroit has lost 3 games in a row and 8 of its last 10.

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Mavericks at Pistons odds

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Moneyline (ML): Mavericks -310 (bet $310 to win $100) | Pistons +255 (bet $100 to win $255)
Against the spread (ATS): Mavericks -7.5 (-110) | Pistons +7.5 (-110)
Over/Under (O/U): 221.5 (O: -110 | U: -110)

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Mavericks at Pistons key injuries

Mavericks

None

Pistons

G Cade Cunningham (shin) out
G Jaden Ivey (knee) questionable

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Mavericks at Pistons picks and predictions

Prediction

Mavericks 118, Pistons 108

Moneyline

Just PASS on the moneyline in this game despite the Mavericks being heavy favorites on the road. Taking Dallas to win straight up isn’t worth doing as the return would be minimal if the Mavericks secure the victory.

Against the spread

MAVERICKS -7.5 (-110) is where I’m leaning with the Pistons potentially being without their starting backcourt of Cunningham and Ivey. Also, Dallas is coming off an impressive win over Golden State on Tuesday.

The Mavericks are 5-1-1 ATS in their last 7 matchups against the Pistons and they are 4-0 ATS in their last 4 road meetings with the Pistons.

Over/Under

Even with the Pistons being shorthanded, OVER 221.5 (-110) is an enticing wager in this contest. We know G Luka Doncic is going to produce plenty of points, so we just need a few other players to perform well to hit the Over.

The Mavericks hit the Over in 4 of the last 5 road meetings with the Pistons and in 4 of the last 5 meetings overall.

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Tampa Bay Lightning at Philadelphia Flyers odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Thursday’s Tampa Bay Lightning at Philadelphia Flyers odds and lines, with NHL expert picks, predictions and best bets.

The Tampa Bay Lightning (13-8-1) and Philadelphia Flyers (8-10-5) meet Thursday at Wells Fargo Center in Philadelphia. Puck drop is scheduled for 7 p.m. ET (ESPN+). Below, we analyze Tipico Sportsbook’s lines around the Lightning vs. Flyers odds, and make our expert NHL picks and predictions.

The Lightning lost 3-1 on the road against the Boston Bruins Tuesday. It was just the 2nd time in the last 21 games that Tampa Bay scored just 1 goal in a game. The Under result snapped a 3-0 Over run.

The Flyers posted a 3-1 victory against the New York Islanders at home on Tuesday, snapping an 0-7-3 slide. Philadelphia has gone ice cold after firing out of the chute with 3 straight victories, including a 3-2 win in Tampa on Oct. 18.

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Lightning at Flyers odds

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Moneyline (ML): Lightning -220 (bet $220 to win $100) | Flyers +190 (bet $100 to win $190)
Puck line (PL)/Against the spread (ATS): Lightning -1.5 (+115) | Flyers +1.5 (-135)
Over/Under (O/U): 6.5 (O: +105 | U: -125)

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Lightning at Flyers projected goalies

Andrei Vasilevskiy (8-7-1, 2.88 GAA, .906 SV%) vs. Carter Hart (7-5-4, 2.73 GAA, .917 SV%)

Vasilevskiy has been stubbing his toe this season, struggling by his standards. However, he has started to show some signs of life, allowing just 2 goals in each of his last 2 outings, winning 5-2 against the St. Louis Blues, while falling 3-1 in Boston against the Bruins, mostly due to a lack of offensive support.

Vasilevskiy allowed 3 goals on 24 shots in the Oct. 18 loss in Tampa, as Hart allowed just 2 goals on 38 shots to best the former Vezina winner.

Hart allowed just 1 goal on 24 shots in a victory over the Isles, snapping a 7-start winless skid. He was 2-5-3 with a 3.00 GAA and .901 SV% in 10 starts in November.

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Lightning at Flyers picks and predictions

Prediction

Lightning 5, Flyers 2

Moneyline

The Lightning (-220) will cost you more than 2 times your potential return, and that’s a little on the expensive side, especially since the Flyers (+190) won the 1st meeting this season.

PASS.

Puck line/Against the spread

The LIGHTNING -1.5 (+115) are worth a roll of the dice on the puck line instead. Yes, Tampa did fall at home to Philadelphia earlier this season, but the Flyers are a shell of their former selves. While the Flyers topped the Isles last time out, Philly has been atrocious lately, especially on the offensive end, totaling just 23 goals across the last 11 contests.

Over/Under

OVER 6.5 (+105) is a value play at plus-money.

While Philly has struggled to light the lamp lately, it has allowed 46 goals in the last 11 games. The Over has cashed at an 11-5-1 clip in the last 17 games against teams with a winning overall record for the Flyers, while going 6-1 in the last 7 meetings at home against the Lightning.

For the Lightning, the Over has hit at a 9-4-1 clip in the last 14 games overall, while going 7-1-1 in the last 9 inside the Eastern Conference.

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