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Stanford Cardinal vs Virginia Tech Hokies Picks and Predictions January 8th 2025

January 8, 2025 By Scores And Stats | NCAAB

As Stanford continues to adapt to life in the Atlantic Coast Conference, they host Virginia Tech in a matchup where both teams aim to even their conference records at 2-2. The clash at Maples Pavilion on Wednesday night is a chance for both squads to exceed low preseason expectations and assert themselves in ACC play. Stanford, one of the ACC’s newest members after departing the Pac-12, has shown flashes of potential under first-year head coach Kyle Smith. The Cardinal opened conference play with an 89-81 win over fellow ACC newcomer Cal. However, back-to-back road losses to established ACC programs Clemson and Pittsburgh have highlighted the challenges of competing in their new league. Coach Kyle Smith is optimistic about Stanford’s journey

Philadelphia-76ers vs Washington-wizards Picks and Predictions January 8th 2025

January 8, 2025 By Scores And Stats | NBA

At 7:00 ET, the 76ers (-566) will host the Wizards (+414) in an Eastern Conference matchup. The over/under line for this game is 221.5. Washington is currently on a three-game losing streak and has an overall record of 6-28. The 76ers are favored by 11 points and are 14-20 on the season. The Wizards fell to 6-28 on the season after a 135-112 home loss to the Rockets on Tuesday. Washington entered the game as +13.5 point underdogs and failed to cover the spread. The total score of 247 points exceeded the O/U line of 222.5 by 24.5 points. Washington started strong, leading 30-20 after the 1st quarter. However, a 10-0 run by the Rockets early in the 2nd quarter

New Orleans Pelicans vs Portland Trail Blazers Picks and Predictions January 8th 2025

January 8, 2025 By Scores And Stats | NBA

At 8:00 ET, the New Orleans Pelicans (-143) will host the Portland Trail Blazers (+121) in a Western Conference matchup. The Pelicans are favored by 2.5 points and the over/under line is 226.5. This game will be played at the Smoothie King Center in New Orleans. The Pelicans are 15th in the Western Conference with a record of 7-30, while the Trail Blazers are 13th in the West at 12-23. Portland’s season record dropped to 12-23 after a 118-115 road loss to the Pistons on Monday. The Blazers, who were +6.5 point underdogs, kept the game close, losing by just three points. The total score of 233 points exceeded the O/U line of 224.5 by 8.5 points. Portland went on

Denver Nuggets vs La Clippers Picks and Predictions January 8th 2025

January 8, 2025 By Scores And Stats | NBA

At 9:00 ET, the Clippers (-145) will be in Denver to take on the Nuggets (+122) in a Western Conference matchup. The Clippers are currently 7th in the West with a record of 20-16, while the Nuggets are 4th in the conference at 20-15. The over/under line for this game is 227.5 points. The Clippers are favored by 2.5 points and will be looking to improve their 2nd place standing in the Pacific Division. The Nuggets are 2nd in the Northwest Division. The Clippers fell to 20-16 on the season after a narrow 108-106 road loss to the Timberwolves on Monday. Despite being +2.5 point underdogs, L.A. covered the spread. The game’s total points of 214 just missed the O/U

Milwaukee Bucks vs San Antonio Spurs Picks and Predictions January 8th 2025

January 8, 2025 By Scores And Stats | NBA

At 9:30 ET, the San Antonio Spurs will travel to Milwaukee to take on the Bucks at Fiserv Forum. The Bucks are currently favored by 5.5 points and are 18-16 on the season, which is good for 5th in the Eastern Conference. The Spurs are 18-18 and have lost two straight games. This non-conference matchup can be seen on ESPN and the over/under line is currently set at 222 points. The Spurs dropped to 18-18 on the season following a 114-110 road loss to the Bulls on Monday. San Antonio entered the game as 3-point favorites but failed to cover the spread. The total points for the game were 224, falling short of the 236.5 O/U line. San Antonio appeared