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Ohio State Buckeyes vs Michigan State Spartans Picks and Predictions January 3rd 2025
No. 18 Michigan State travels to Columbus on Friday night to face Ohio State in a pivotal early-season Big Ten matchup. Both teams are coming off non-conference wins, but their approaches to this game will highlight contrasting recent trajectories. The Spartans (11-2, 2-0 Big Ten) dispatched Western Michigan 80-62 on Monday but were far from sharp. Head coach Tom Izzo acknowledged his team’s performance left much to be desired, especially with the grueling Big Ten schedule ahead. Key Player to Watch: Jaden AkinsAkins has been a steady offensive presence, scoring 17 or more points in three of the last four games. However, his disappointment after the Western Michigan game suggests he’s looking to elevate his play even further against tougher
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Golden State Warriors vs Philadelphia-76ers Picks and Predictions January 2nd 2025
At 10:00 ET, the Philadelphia 76ers (+125) will travel to take on the Golden State Warriors (-148) in a non-conference matchup. The over/under line for this game is currently sitting at 217. Golden State (-2.5) is 16-16 and 10th in the Western Conference, while Philadelphia (13-18) is 11th in the East and 3rd in the Atlantic Division. The 76ers fell to 13-18 on the season after a 113-107 road loss to the Kings on Wednesday. Entering the game as +6.5 point underdogs, Philadelphia kept it close, losing by just six. The total score of 220 points narrowly missed the O/U line of 220.5. Philadelphia led 89-80 going into the 4th quarter, but Sacramento’s 33-point final period, including a 10-0 run,
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Milwaukee Bucks vs Brooklyn Nets Picks and Predictions January 2nd 2025
At 8:00 ET, the Brooklyn Nets (12-21) will take on the Milwaukee Bucks (17-14) at Fiserv Forum in Milwaukee. The Bucks are favored by 14 points, and the over/under line is set at 219.5. This Eastern Conference matchup can be seen on YES. The Nets fell to 12-21 on the season after a 130-113 loss to the Raptors on Wednesday. Brooklyn, who entered the game as +1 point underdogs, not only lost but also failed to cover the spread. The total score of 243 points exceeded the O/U line of 218.5 by 24.5 points. Brooklyn started strong, leading 33-26 after the 1st quarter, but the Raptors outscored them 39-31 in the 2nd. Heading into the 4th quarter, the Nets were
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Pittsburgh Steelers vs Cincinnati Bengals Picks and Predictions January 4th 2025
ABC will televise the week 18 AFC North matchup between the Bengals and Steelers, which is set to kick off at 8:00 ET on Saturday, January 4th. The game is being played at Acrisure Stadium in Pittsburgh. The Bengals are the slight road favorite with a point spread of -1.5 and a money line of -125. The Steelers’ money line odds are +105, and the over/under line is 48.5 points. With four straight wins, the Bengals have climbed back to 8-8, giving them a 10.1% chance of making the playoffs. Cincinnati ranks 13th in our NFL power rankings and 9th in the AFC. They are 3rd in the AFC North and have a 2-3 division record. The Bengals are 5-3
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Penn State Nittany Lions vs Northwestern Wildcats Picks and Predictions January 2nd 2025
After strong finishes to 2024, Northwestern and Penn State will look to start the new year with a bang when they clash Thursday night in a Big Ten showdown in University Park, Pa. The Wildcats (10-3, 1-1 Big Ten) closed the calendar year with four straight wins, including an impressive overtime victory against then-No. 19 Illinois. Their most recent outing was an emphatic 85-60 win over Northeastern on Sunday, fueled by a hot-shooting performance from Ty Berry, who drilled five 3-pointers en route to a season-high 23 points. Coach Chris Collins sees Berry’s resurgence as a potential turning point: “Hopefully this is a springboard for him, because we need him.” Another standout was Brooks Barnhizer, who delivered an all-around masterpiece

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Baltimore Ravens vs Cleveland Browns Picks and Predictions January 4th 2025

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Baltimore Ravens vs Cleveland Browns January 4th 2025 ABC is set to televise the week 18 AFC North matchup between the Ravens and Browns, which kicks off at 4:30 ET on Saturday, January 4th. The Ravens are heavily favored with a money line of -1951, and the point spread is -17.5 in their favor. The over/under line is currently at 41.5 points. Cleveland vs. Baltimore Key Information The Browns Can Win If… Heading into week … more

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Miami Heat vs Indiana Pacers Picks and Predictions January 2nd 2025

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Miami Heat vs Indiana Pacers January 2nd 2025 At 7:30 ET, the Miami Heat (-121) will host the Indiana Pacers (+101) in an Eastern Conference matchup. The Heat are currently 6th in the East, while the Pacers are 8th. Miami is favored by 1.5 points, and the over/under line is set at 224.5. This game will be played at the Kaseya Center in Miami and can be seen on FDSS. Pacers vs. Heat Key Information … more

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Gonzaga Bulldogs vs Portland Pilots Picks and Predictions January 2nd 2025

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No. 19 Gonzaga Looks to Feast on WCC Foe Portland The Gonzaga Bulldogs aim to build momentum in West Coast Conference (WCC) play when they host the Portland Pilots on Thursday night in Spokane, Washington. Following their road victory over Pepperdine, the No. 19 Bulldogs are looking to dominate a familiar opponent as they settle into the heart of the season. Gonzaga’s Dominance in the WCC For decades, Gonzaga has reigned supreme in the WCC, … more

Oregon Ducks vs Illinois Fighting Illini Picks and Predictions January 2nd 2025

Oregon Ducks vs Illinois Fighting Illini Picks and Predictions January 2nd 2025

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No. 9 Oregon Faces Tough Challenge Against No. 22 Illinois in Big Ten Clash The ninth-ranked Oregon Ducks welcome No. 22 Illinois to Eugene on Thursday night for an early-season Big Ten showdown. Both teams bring strong records and complementary styles into what promises to be a tightly contested game. Oregon’s Quest for Consistency Despite a stellar 12-1 record, the Ducks are still chasing a complete performance. Guard Jackson Shelstad acknowledged this after Oregon’s dominant … more

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Washington Huskies vs Maryland Terrapins Picks and Predictions January 2nd 2025

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Together in Big Ten, Washington and Maryland Meet for First Time The expanded Big Ten Conference adds a new chapter on Thursday night as Maryland travels to Seattle to face Washington in a historic matchup. This marks the first-ever meeting between the Terrapins and the Huskies, two teams with contrasting styles and big aspirations in their inaugural season as conference rivals. Maryland’s Journey to the West Coast Maryland (11-2, 1-1 Big Ten) started its conference … more