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

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

In a Group H battle Monday, South Korea (0 wins, 0 losses, 1 draw) will battle Ghana (0-1-0). Kickoff from Education City Stadium is set for 8 a.m. ET. Below, we analyze Tipico Sportsbook’s lines around the South Korea vs. Ghana odds, and make our best World Cup bets, picks and predictions.

South Korea opened their World Cup up with a 0-0 draw with Uruguay. It was one of the calmer games as possession was split 57/43 in favor of Uruguay, and there was only 1 shot on target.

The most lethal and well-known South Korean player is F Son Heung-min, who plays club for Tottenham Hotspurs and is one of the most lethal strikers in the EPL.

Ghana lost their opener to Portugal, drawing the match at 1 with a 73rd-minute goal from M Andre Ayew. Ghana then conceded 2 goals in the next 3 minutes and struck late to see the final end 3-2.

Ghana had just 38% of the possession and ended with 3 shots on target. Ghana has many talented players in the EPL and Spanish leagues. They rank 61st in the world which compares to South Korea sitting 28th.

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South Korea vs. Ghana odds

Provided by Tipico Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list. Lines last updated Sunday at 1:20 p.m. ET.

Moneyline: South Korea +150 (bet $100 to win $150) | Ghana +205 (bet $100 to win $205) | Draw +215
Over/Under: 2.5 (O: +140 | U: -160)

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Prediction

Ghana 2, South Korea 1

Moneyline (ML)

LEAN GHANA (+205).

Ghana has talented players and looked like the more-competent offense in their opener.

They should also be able to bring some of that late-game scoring momentum into this game. F Inaki Williams was limited against Portugal, but the Athletic Bilbao striker should have an easier matchup.

They also have a combination of Arsenal M Thomas Partey and Ajax M Mohammed Kudus in the midfield, which should help them keep possession.

Similarly, South Korea didn’t get a shot on target against Uruguay, which isn’t quite at the level of Portugal. Outside of Heung-min, the talent drops off significantly.

Ghana is the deeper side, and I would play them to win outright for a partial unit.

Over/Under (O/U)

LEAN OVER 2.5 (+140).

Ghana found their rhythm late against Portugal. Ayew and F Jordan Ayew, who didn’t start against Portugal, should find success against South Korea.

That said, while South Korea didn’t get much going against Uruguay, they do still have Heung-min, who has 35 goals in 105 caps and is one of the best distributors in the tournament.

South Korea took on a tough Uruguay defense, which is captained by star veteran D Diego Godin. Ghana gave up 3 to Portugal and should be a flimsier defense.

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2022 World Cup: Cameroon vs. Serbia odds, picks and predictions

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

Cameroon (0 wins, 1 loss, 0 draws) battles Serbia (0-1-0) Monday. Kickoff from Al Janoub Stadium is set for 5 a.m. ET (FS1). Below, we analyze Tipico Sportsbook’s lines around the Cameroon vs. Serbia odds, and make our best World Cup bets, picks and predictions.

Serbia comes in as the favorite and has a 55% chance to win. However, they did lose their opener to Brazil 2-0, so this will be a must-win battle for both sides as each will play a top Group G competitor in their next game.

Serbia was dominated in all aspects of the game, being held to just 5 shots while giving up 23. Although it’s tough to criticize them too much leading into his battle as Brazil is among the tournament favorites.

Cameroon lost to Switzerland 1-0 in their opener. They actually ended the match with 49% of the possession, more shots on goal and shots than the Swiss.

The Cameroon attack is one led by F Eric Maxim Choupo-Moting. He has 19 goals in 70 caps and plays for Bayern Munich. Brentford F Bryan Mbeumo is another name to keep an eye on.

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Cameroon vs. Serbia odds

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Moneyline: Cameroon +380 (bet $100 to win $380) | Serbia -125 (bet $125 to win $100) | Draw +260
Over/Under: 2.5 (O: +115 | U: -135)

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Prediction

Cameroon 1, Serbia 1

Moneyline (ML)

SPRINKLE DRAW (+270).

Cameroon is a strong underdog, but they have quality players from top leagues. Several from their midfield play in Italy, and many defenders are in France for their club ball. Cameroon also had the more convincing opening-round performance.

Cameroon had drawn 5 of 14 2022 matches coming into the World Cup and had as many opportunities as the Swiss, who rank 15th in the world. Serbia ranks 21st with Cameroon sitting 43rd.

Serbia was 6-2-1 in 2022 coming into the World Cup, but they had few meaningful competitions against top opponents. While it is a risk, the upside of Cameroon makes the DRAW (+270) a good value.

Over/Under (O/U)

BET UNDER 2.5 (-135).

This should be the safe play as neither team really showed an attacking prowess in their first game. Cameroon and Serbia combined for 5 shots on target and 0 goals.

Serbia didn’t even have a shot on goal and doesn’t necessarily have the lethal striking it will take to top the total. Cameroon has gone Under 2.5 goals in 6 straight matches as well.

Both teams went Under 2.5 in their opener and showed enough defensively to help make this the game’s best betting option despite the juice.

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Gonzaga vs. Xavier odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Sunday’s Gonzaga vs. Xavier odds and lines, with college basketball expert picks, predictions and best bets.

The No. 5 Gonzaga Bulldogs (4-2) are in Portland to take on the Xavier Musketeers (4-2) Sunday at 7:30 p.m. ET (ESPN). Below, we analyze Tipico Sportsbook’s lines around the Gonzaga vs. Xavier odds, and make our expert college basketball picks, predictions and bets.

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After an ugly 93-74 loss to Texas, Gonzaga bounced back with a top-5 win, 88-72, over Kentucky. In the first game of this tournament, the Bulldogs ran over Portland State, 102-78, before falling flat once again against Purdue in an 84-66 as 6.5-point favorites. The Bulldogs have been a true Jekyll & Hyde team this season, and if they want to be true contenders with Drew Timme, they will need to become more consistent as they enter league play.

Xavier and returning son coach Sean Miller have been putting points on the board, but a 71-64 loss to Duke leaves them alongside Gonzaga in a game neither wanted to be in.

This will be an entertaining and high-scoring game. Both teams can put up points, and Sunday should be no different for either the Musketeers or the Bulldogs.

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Gonzaga vs. Xavier odds

Provided by Tipico Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list. Lines last updated at 12:45 p.m. ET.

Moneyline (ML): Gonzaga -340 (bet $340 to win $100) | Xavier +240 (bet $100 to win $240)
Against the spread (ATS): Gonzaga -7.5 (-110) | Xavier +7.5 (-110)
Over/Under (O/U): 159.5 (O: -110 | U: -110)

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Gonzaga vs. Xavier picks and predictions

Prediction

Gonzaga 92, Xavier 77

Moneyline

PASS.

The Bulldogs will be ready to go in this game. As -340 favorites, the wager is not worth the price. But if you are entertaining a parlay, it is a nice piece to add.

Against the spread

BET GONZAGA -7.5 (-110).

Gonzaga has been up and down in its game over the past 2 weeks. With a 19-point loss to Texas and an 84-66 loss to Purdue, it is clear Gonzaga is beatable. But in their wins, the Bulldogs pull away and amass points at the highest level. That is what I expect in this game. As any number in the single digits, I love this line today. At 7.5, it is great.

GONZAGA -7.5 (-110) is my play in this game.

Over/Under

BET OVER 159.5 (-110).

This is a massive number. But it is one both teams can hit.

Gonzaga has averaged 83 points per game this season, and Xavier has gone Over its posted total in 5 of its first 6 games this season. Another high-scoring Over will hit. This would have been a great championship game. Getting it here in the consolation game will be just as fun. Especially when the Over hits.

Take OVER 159.5 (-110) as my FAVORITE PLAY.

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Cleveland Cavaliers at Detroit Pistons odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Sunday’s Cleveland Cavaliers at Detroit Pistons odds and lines, with NBA expert picks, predictions and best bets.

The Cleveland Cavaliers (12-7) visit the Little Caesars Arena Sunday to take on the Detroit Pistons (5-16). Tip is set for 6 p.m. ET. Below, we analyze Tipico Sportsbook’s lines around the Cavaliers vs. Pistons odds, and make our expert NBA picks and predictions.

The Cavaliers lost 117-102 to the Milwaukee Bucks on Friday, failing to cover as 4-point road underdogs. The Cavaliers are 11-7-1 against the spread (ATS) this season and have covered 3 of their last 4.

The addition of star G Donovan Mitchell has been impactful for Cleveland. He is the team’s leading scorer, averaging 30 points per game and shooting 50.1% from the field.

Detroit lost 108-102 Friday in Phoenix, but covered as 12-point road underdogs against the Suns. The Pistons are 6-1 ATS in their last 7 despite going just 2-5 straight up in that stint.

Detroit is led by G Bojan Bogdanovic, who is averaging 20.6 points per game. Former No. 1 overall pick G Cade Cunningham is averaging 19.9.

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Cavaliers at Pistons odds

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

Moneyline (ML): Cavaliers -280 (bet $280 to win $100) | Pistons +235 (bet $100 to win $235)
Against the spread (ATS): Cavaliers -7.5 (-105) | Pistons +7.5 (-115)
Over/Under (O/U): 218.5 (O: -110 | U: -110)

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Cavaliers at Pistons key injuries

Cavaliers

C Jarrett Allen (back) questionable
G Caris LeVert (ankle) questionable
F Kevin Love (thumb) out

Pistons

F Saddiq Bey (ankle) questionable
G Bojan Bogdanovic (knee) questionable
G Cade Cunningham (shin) out
F Jaden Ivey (knee) questionable

For most recent updates: Official NBA injury report.

Cavaliers at Pistons picks and predictions

Prediction

Cavaliers 114, Pistons 109

Moneyline

PASS.

The Cavaliers are heavy favorites for a reason, but at (-280), there’s no value in backing them. Similarly, the Pistons without their top playmaker is not worth any ML wager.

Against the spread

BET PISTONS +7.5 (-115).

The Pistons have capable scoring options outside of Cunningham. Former top-3 pick C Marvin Bagley III has transitioned into their starting lineup and should do well if Allen is limited.

Simply put, the Pistons have been covering against good teams, and with the Cavaliers down key big men, there’s no reason to think that will stop anytime soon.

Detroit is also 3-5 at home, which for a 5-16 team, shows some success on its home court. Cleveland is 4-6 straight up on the road and have failed to cover 5 straight road games.

Over/Under

LEAN OVER 218.5 (-110).

The Cavaliers are 10-9 O/U this season while the Pistons are 12-8-1 O/U.

Detroit has gone over in 3 of its last 5. Detroit allows 117.4 points per game, and Cleveland does have two lethal playmaking guards in Mitchell and G Darius Garland.

While still among the best defenses in the NBA, Cleveland has relapsed a bit since last season and allowed 108.1 per game. With strong efficiencies offensively, the Cavaliers should be able to score with ease on a weak Detroit defense.

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Dallas Mavericks at Milwaukee Bucks odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Sunday’s Dallas Mavericks at Milwaukee Bucks odds and lines, with NBA expert picks, predictions and best bets.

The Dallas Mavericks (9-9) close out their three-game East Coast road trip with a game Sunday night against the Milwaukee Bucks (13-5). Tip-off is 8 p.m. ET at Fiserv Forum. Below, we analyze Tipico Sportsbook’s lines around the Mavericks vs. Bucks odds, and make our expert NBA picks and predictions.

The Mavericks have lost 3 straight games and have dropped 4 of their last 5. Saturday night, as 2.5-point road favorites, they lost 105-100 to the Toronto Raptors. The Under hit in that game with the projected total at 214.5.

The Bucks are 5-5 in their last 10 games, alternating wins and losses for the last 6 games. They last played Friday night, beating the Cleveland Cavaliers at home as 4-points favorites 117-102.

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Mavericks at Bucks odds

Provided by Tipico Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list. Lines last updated at 12:25 p.m. ET.

Moneyline (ML): Mavericks +220 (bet $100 to win $220) | Bucks -260 (bet $260 to win $100)
Against the spread (ATS): Mavericks +6.5 (-110) | Bucks -6.5 (-110)
Over/Under (O/U): 214.5 (O: -110 | U: -110)

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Mavericks at Bucks key injuries

Mavericks

None

Bucks

G Pat Connaughton (illness) questionable
F Serge Ibaka (illness) out
F Joe Ingles (knee) out
G Khris Middleton (wrist) out

For most recent updates: Official NBA injury report.

Mavericks at Bucks picks and predictions

Prediction

Bucks 110, Mavericks 101

Moneyline

Dallas struggles on the road. They are 1-6 so far this season away from home, while the Bucks are 10-2 at home. The Mavs’ only road was was their season opener in Phoenix. They have lost their last 6 road games.

The Bucks and Mavs each split their home and road games last season in their 4 meetings.

However, a moneyline bet on the favorite here won’t make you much money. It isn’t worth the action.

PASS.

Against the spread

The Mavericks have failed to cover the spread in 9 of their last 10 games. They have only covered the spread once this season as an underdog — their season opener. They are 4-13-1 ATS overall.

The Bucks are 11-7 ATS overall and 3-2 ATS at home. Four of their last 5 wins have been by more than 6 points.

BET BUCKS -6.5 (-110).

Over/Under

The trends say take the Under.

The Under is 6-0 in the last 6 games for the Bucks that followed an ATS win. The Under is 4-0 in games following when the Bucks win by at least 10 — they won their last game by 15.

The Under has hit in 7 of the Bucks last 8 games following a win.

They are 8-10 O/U this season.

BET UNDER 214.5 (-110).

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Montana at Air Force odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Sunday’s Montana at Air Force odds and lines, with college basketball expert picks, predictions and best bets.

The Montana Grizzlies (3-3) and Air Force Falcons (3-3) tangle in a Sunday contest in Colorado Springs. The opening tip at Clune Arena is slated for 3 p.m. ET. Below, we analyze Tipico Sportsbook’s lines around the Montana vs. Air Force odds, and make our expert college basketball picks, predictions and bets.

Montana got off to an 0-2 start but is 3-1 since. The Grizzlies’ last outing was a 63-51 home win Tuesday against NAIA Montana State-Northern — in a game with no betting line. The Grizzlies’ defense was solid, holding the visiting Lights to 33.9% shooting (20 of 59) from the field. The Grizzlies have held foes to a 36.2% mark from the field over their last 4 games.

The Falcons are at home for their 6th consecutive game. They are 3-2 straight up and 2-3 against the spread (ATS) across the first 5. Air Force last played Wednesday, failing to cover a 19-point spread in a 64-51 win over Mississippi Valley State.

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Montana at Air Force odds

Provided by Tipico Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list. Lines last updated at 11:54 a.m. ET.

Moneyline: Montana +110 (bet $100 to win $110) | Air Force -140 (bet $140 to win $100)
Against the spread: Montana +2.5 (-115) | Air Force -2.5 (-105)
Over/Under (O/U): 123.5 (O: -110 | U: -110)

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Montana at Air Force picks and predictions

Prediction

Air Force 66, Montana 63

Moneyline

When these teams met last December, Montana whipped Air Force 66-48 with the Grizzlies covering as 7-point home favorites. Expect this one to be closer with the Grizzlies having a younger squad and the game being at Air Force.

No room for profit here: PASS.

Against the spread

Montana was clocked pretty good in its 2 road games so far this season — 91-63 as 3-point underdogs Nov. 8 at Duquesne, and 86-64 as 18-point dogs 3 days later at Xavier. But those games were against superior foes.

Air Force -2.5 (-105) is a lean here, but it will be close. I’m going to PASS and focus on the O/U below.

Over/Under

Both teams play at a slow tempo, hence the low total of 123.5. Both have also struggled in avoiding turnovers, so that amps up the opportunity for some easy transition buckets. Both sides fire a lot of 3’s and get a healthy number of free-throw opportunities.

In a close game that spirals upward late, BACK OVER 123.5 (-110).

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Washington Wizards at Boston Celtics odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Sunday’s Washington Wizards at Boston Celtics odds and lines, with NBA expert picks, predictions and best bets.

The Washington Wizards (10-9) visit TD Garden Sunday to take on the Boston Celtics (15-4). Tip is set for 6 p.m. ET. Below, we analyze Tipico Sportsbook’s lines around the Wizards vs. Celtics odds, and make our expert NBA picks and predictions.

The Celtics defeated the Sacramento Kings 122-104 on Friday, covering as 7.5-point favorites. Boston has covered 7 of its last 9 games and the Celtics have won 2 straight by double figures.

The Celtics rank No. 1 in points per game (119.8) and top 5 in field goal percentage, 3-point shooting and free-throw shooting, making them a formidable opponent. Boston is 11-8 against the spread (ATS) this season.

Washington is 8-9-2 ATS this season and just 3-5 straight up on the road. The Wizards are just 0-4-1 ATS in their last 5.

The strength for this Wizards team is defense, which is forcing opponents to shoot the 4th-worst field goal percentage this season. G Bradley Beal leads the team offensively, averaging 23.1 points per game.

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Wizards at Celtics odds

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

Moneyline (ML): Wizards +240 (bet $100 to win $240) | Celtics -290 (bet $290 to win $100)
Against the spread (ATS): Wizards +7.5 (-110) | Celtics -7.5 (-110)
Over/Under (O/U): 221.5 (O: -110 | U: -110)

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Wizards at Celtics key injuries

Wizards

F Rui Hachimura (ankle) questionable

Celtics

F Jayson Tatum (ankle) out

For most recent updates: Official NBA injury report.

Wizards at Celtics picks and predictions

Prediction

Celtics 112, Wizards 109

Moneyline

PASS.

Boston, even without its leading scorer, is deep. I wouldn’t back Washington at +240 to win outright given that Boston is 8-1 at home and the Wizards are 3-5 on the road.

Nonetheless, there is value to take the points with Washington.

Against the spread

BET WIZARDS +7.5 (-110).

Washington has struggled to cover of late, but prior to its last 5 misses, the Wizards had 5 straight ATS wins. The Wizards are also 6-3 straight up in their last 9, so they are a capable side.

The Celtics were 2-4 without Tatum last season, and playing for the 1st time this season without its leading scorer may lead Boston to struggle a little offensively.

Tatum has been pivotal in the Celtics’ league-best offense, but with a regressing defense, allowing the 14th-most points per game, Washington, which has elite shotmakers, should be able to hang close.

Over/Under

LEAN UNDER 221.5 (-110).

The Celtics are 1-4 O/U in their last 5 games. The Wizards are 2-2 O/U in their last 4.

Neither team ranks in the top 15 in pace. The tempo of this game should be slower with Boston 18th in pace and the Wizards 23rd.

Also, neither team ranks in the top 20 in offensive rebounding rate, so extra opportunities with a shortened shot clock may not be there either. Expect a slow battle, and the Under 221.5 (-110) is the better option here.

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Siena vs. Seton Hall odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Sunday’s Siena vs. Seton Hall odds and lines, with college basketball expert picks, predictions and best bets.

The Siena Saints (3-3) face the Seton Hall Pirates (4-2) Sunday in the ESPN Events Invitational 3rd-place game in Kissimmee, Fla., at 5 p.m. ET (ESPN2). Below, we analyze Tipico Sportsbook’s lines around the Siena vs. Seton Hall odds, and make our expert college basketball picks, predictions and bets.

After beating struggling Florida State 80-63 as 8.5-point underdogs in Thursday’s opening round, the Saints lost 74-62 to Ole Miss Friday in a semifinal, pushing as 12-point dogs. Siena now will battle Seton Hall in the consolation bracket in hopes of getting a resume-building win on a neutral court — something the NCAA Tournament Selection Committee looks at when evaluating teams for possible at-large bids to the Big Dance in March.

The Pirates are coming off a 77-64 loss Friday 1.5-point favorites vs. Oklahoma. They beat Memphis 70-69 Thursday on F Tyrese Samuel’s 3 at the buzzer — Seton Hall was a 1.5-point underdog in that one. If the Pirates want to head home with a 2-1 showing in this tournament, they’ll need to shoot better than the 23-for-52 FG performance (44.2%) as they did vs. the Sooners.

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Siena vs. Seton Hall odds

Provided by Tipico Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list. Lines last updated at 11:15 a.m. ET.

Moneyline (ML): Siena +625 (bet $100 to win $625) | Seton Hall -1100 (bet $1,100 to win $100)
Against the spread (ATS): Siena +14.5 (-110) | Seton Hall -14.5 (-110)
Over/Under (O/U): 136.5 (O: -110 | U: -110)

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Siena vs. Seton Hall picks and predictions

Prediction

Seton Hall 74, Siena 58

Moneyline

PASS.

There is no value in betting on Seton Hall (-1100). One would have to bet 11 times their potential profit on a Pirates ML ticket. As for Siena (+625), the payout would be 6.25 times the initial bet, but it’s unlikely the Saints win here.

Against the spread

SETON HALL -14.5 (-110) is my FAVORITE PLAY in this game.

Siena will be outmatched. Seton Hall is a solid Big East team and will be looking to get this victory before heading back home. While the Saints would love to get this game for their resume, I don’t see this one finishing close and the Pirates should be able to pull away and win comfortably.

Over/Under

BET UNDER 136.5 (-110).

Neither of these teams are offensive juggernauts. In this get-away game, both will attempt to get some ball control practice in, and the score will suffer.

Expect a methodical, slow game with the UNDER 136.5 (-110) the correct way to play this one.

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Miami Heat at Atlanta Hawks odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Sunday’s Miami Heat at Atlanta Hawks odds and lines, with NBA expert picks, predictions and best bets.

The Miami Heat (9-11) head to State Farm Arena Sunday to take on the Atlanta Hawks (11-8). Tip is set for 5 p.m. ET. Below, we analyze Tipico Sportsbook’s lines around the Heat vs. Hawks odds, and make our expert NBA picks and predictions.

The Heat beat the Washington Wizards 110-107 on Friday, pushing as 3-point favorites. Miami is just 6-13-1 against the spread (ATS) this season. It is 1-7 straight up on the road.

The Heat have 6 players averaging in double figures, led by F Jimmy Butler‘s 20.9 points per game, so it is a full team approach offensively w and that will be needed Sunday with Butler out.

The Hawks are 8-11 ATS and are a solid 7-3 straight up at home this season. They failed to cover as 7-point home favorites in a 128-122 loss to the Houston Rockets on Friday. The Hawks have covered just 4 of their last 10.

Despite shooting the league’s 20th-best field goal percentage, the Hawks strength is scoring, ranking 9th in points per game. G Trae Young leads Atlanta, averaging 28.6 per game.

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Heat at Hawks odds

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Moneyline (ML): Heat +180 (bet $100 to win $180) | Hawks -210 (bet $210 to win $100)
Against the spread (ATS): Heat +5.5 (-105) | Hawks -5.5 (-115)
Over/Under (O/U): 224.5 (O: -105 | U: -115)

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Heat at Hawks key injuries

Heat

F Jimmy Butler (knee) out
G Tyler Herro (ankle) questionable
F Max Strus (shoulder) questionable

Hawks

G Bogdan Bogdanovic (knee) out
C Clint Capela (dental) questionable

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Heat at Hawks picks and predictions

Prediction

Hawks 115, Heat 110

Moneyline

PASS.

The Heat have been awful on the road while Atlanta is 7-3 at home. No moneyline value makes sense to play here.

Against the spread

LEAN HEAT +5.5 (-105).

Despite electric performances from Young (44 points) and G Dejounte Murray (39), the Hawks lost to Houston. They are 1-2 in their last 3 and 1-2 ATS in their last 3 home games.

The Hawks also aren’t a great shooting team which bodes well for Miami because it allowed just the 12th-best shooting percentage from deep. The Hawks have the league’s lowest turnover rate, but the Heat also rank top 10.

Miami should have the tools to defend Young well, allowing the 7th-fewest points per game this season. The Heat are 3-1-1 ATS in their last 5, so they are playing at a higher level as well.

Over/Under

BET OVER 224.5 (-105).

The Heat have gone over the projected total in their last 2 and in 7 of their last 10. Miami is 11-9 O/U this season. Atlanta is 5-5 O/U in its last 10 and 4-3 O/U over its last 7.

The Hawks like to run, sitting 5th in pace. With Butler sidelined, the Heat may be more prone to run and less dominant defensively.

Expect a high-scoring battle as neither team turnover the ball over which will equate to more shots. Given the tempo of Atlanta, points should come in bunches.

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North Carolina vs. Alabama odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Sunday’s North Carolina vs. Alabama odds and lines, with college basketball expert picks, predictions and best bets.

The No. 1 North Carolina Tar Heels (5-1) battle the No. 18 Alabama Crimson Tide (5-1) Sunday in Portland at 3:30 p.m. ET (ESPN). Below, we analyze Tipico Sportsbook’s lines around the North Carolina vs. Alabama odds, and make our expert college basketball picks, predictions and bets.

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North Carolina has been playing with fire as the No. 1 team in the country all season. It finally caught up to them Friday with a 70-65 loss to Iowa State in Portland, just a day after beating a closer-than-expected 89-81 win over Portland State. North Carolina is outside the top 50 in the nation in scoring offense and scoring defense.

Alabama lives and dies by the 3-point shot. The Crimson Tide are 21st in the nation, averaging 28.3 attempts per game, but they’ve only hit an average of 9 per game. Taking so many 3s, you would love to see a higher percentage of makes. If they shoot at this rate against the Tar Heels, UNC has the talent to run them out of the gym. If they can hit these shots, it could be a 2nd loss in a row for North Carolina in Portland.

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North Carolina vs. Alabama odds

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Moneyline (ML): North Carolina +100 (bet $100 to win $100) | Alabama -130 (bet $130 to win $100)
Against the spread (ATS): North Carolina +1.5 (-110) | Alabama -1.5 (-110)
Over/Under (O/U): 155.5 (O: -105 | U: -115)

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North Carolina vs. Alabama picks and predictions

Prediction

UNC 78, Alabama 72

Moneyline

BET UNC +100.

The Tar Heels finally lost their 1st game of the season after failing to be the dominant No.1 team as ranked in the preseason. Now that the 1st blemish is on the apple, UNC will rebound and win this game against Alabama. Being the underdog in this matchup, I prefer to take the +100 moneyline over the spread of +1.5 (-110).

Against the spread

PASS.

With the feeling being UNC will win outright, it is not worth it to take the spread instead.

Over/Under

BET UNDER 155.5 (-115).

Both teams sit outside the top 50 in scoring offense. With Alabama hitting only 32.1 percent of its 3-point shots per game, this will leave plenty of opportunity for North Carolina and its transition offense. Unfortunately, this has not been good so far this season for the Tar Heels and they will also find trouble scoring.

It feels like a high number for the way these 2 teams are playing right now. So Under 155.5 (-115) is my favorite play in this matchup.

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