Virginia Tech Hosts Georgia Tech on Thursday Night Football

Virginia Tech and Georgia Tech are Thursday Night Regulars

The Georgia Tech Yellow Jackets and the Virginia Tech Hokies meet on Thursday Night Football in ESPN. Lane Stadium in Blacksburg, VA will be the site of the game.

TV: 7:30 p.m. ET, ESPN. LINE: Virginia Tech -3.5 ; O/U 59

Virginia Tech looks to contain the nation's most productive rushing offense and remain unbeaten in the ACC Coastal Division when it hosts inconsistent Georgia Tech on Thursday night.

The Hokies, who are ranked 27th in the country in rushing defense, rallied to beat North Carolina 22-19 before their bye week. They will go to work on a Georgia Tech triple-option attack that has averaged 352 yards on the ground.

The Hokies have knocked off Florida State, Duke and North Carolina en route to first place alone in the Coastal. They have the four teams with winning records in conference play left on the schedule after meeting the Yellow Jackets.

Georgia Tech rolled up 129 points combined to defeat Bowling Green and Louisville. They then suffered three fumbles on the way to a 28-14 loss on Oct. 13 against Duke. Georgia Tech needs three wins over the final five games to qualify for a bowl.

Two Teams that are Totally Opposite in this Matchup

Georgia Tech is 3-4 overall and 1-3 in ACC play. This is not quite a must win situation, but it is not far from it.

The Yellow Jackets were held to 229 yards on the ground by Duke. That includes a team-high 62 from sophomore Jerry Howard. Senior quarterback TaQuon Marshall was held to a season-low 41. Marshall, who is probable with an upper-body injury, leads the team in rushing with 598 yards and nine of its 30 touchdowns on the ground.

Freshman running back Jordan Mason is next with 482 yards. The Yellow Jackets' defense has had its moments this season. They have produced three touchdowns. Lineman Anree Saint-Amour boasts four sacks and three forced fumbles the past three games.

Virginia Tech is 4-2 overall and 3-0 on ACC action. A win tonight would definitely help keep them atop the ACC Coastal.

Ryan Willis put together an 18-play, 98-yard drive that ended on a touchdown pass to tight end Dalton Keene with 19 seconds left to beat North Carolina. That was his third start since taking over for injured Josh Jackson. Willis has seven TDs and 862 yards passing the last three games.

Virginia Tech is 23-9 on ESPN's Thursday Night Football package and 6-0 against the Yellow Jackets on Thursday all time - the last being 23-21 in 2015.

Georgia Tech has won in its last two trips to Blacksburg, Va., and took three of the past four in the series, including last year's battle 28-22 at home.

The Yellow Jackets have forced 16 turnovers - tied for 14th in the country - after finishing with 10 in 11 games last season.

PREDICTION: Virginia Tech 31, Georgia Tech 21

ACC Football Betting Odds & Trends

Georgia Tech Yellow Jackets
GaTech is 2-7 ATS in its last 9 games
Georgia Tech is 2-4 SU in its last 6 games
The total has gone OVER in 4 of Georgia Tech's last 6 games
Georgia Tech is 1-4-1 ATS in its last 6 games on the road
Georgia Tech is 1-6 SU in its last 7 games on the road
The total has gone OVER in 4 of Georgia Tech's last 5 games on the road
Georgia Tech is 7-3 ATS in its last 10 games when playing Virginia Tech
The total has gone UNDER in 5 of Georgia Tech's last 6 games when playing Virginia Tech
Georgia Tech is 5-0 ATS in its last 5 games when playing on the road against Virginia Tech
The total has gone UNDER in 5 of Georgia Tech's last 5 games when playing on the road against Virginia Tech

Virginia Tech Hokies
Virginia Tech is 14-6 SU in its last 20 games
The total has gone UNDER in 11 of Virginia Tech's last 16 games
Virginia Tech is 11-5 ATS in its last 16 games at home
VaTech is 4-1 SU in its last 5 games at home
Virginia Tech is 3-7 ATS in its last 10 games when playing Georgia Tech
The total has gone UNDER in 5 of Virginia Tech's last 6 games when playing Georgia Tech
Virginia Tech is 0-5 ATS in its last 5 games when playing at home against Georgia Tech
The total has gone UNDER in 5 of Virginia Tech's last 5 games when playing at home against Georgia Tech

 

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Thunder Host the Celtics on Thursday Night

Boston Celtics vs. Oklahoma City Thunder NBA Preview

The Oklahoma City Thunder look for their first win of the season when they host the Boston Celtics. Both teams are off to a poor starts and are looking to turn the corner.


Thursday, October 25 at 8:00 PM ET

Chesapeake Energy Arena

Odds: Celtics are 1-point favorites. The total is 217.


 

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Boston Celtics

With young stars Jayson Tatum and Jaylen Brown developing their immense talent and with All-Stars Kyrie Irving and Gordon Hayward finally healthy, the Celtics were supposed to be the team to beat in the Eastern Conference. They've been far from it so far, going just 2-2 to open the season. That includes a disappointing 93-90 home loss against the Magic last Monday. 

Kyrie Irving led the Celtics with 22 points, eight rebounds and five assists but he was just 2-for-8 from 3-point range. Gordon Hayward had a poor game with 11 points and Jayson Tatum and Jaylen combined for 12 points on 1-for-9 from beyond the arc.

Both teams struggled from 3-point distance. The Magic missed 25 of 35 3-point shots but the Celtics shot 22.5 percent (9-for-40).

The Celtics are averaging 99.8 points per game, which is 29th in the NBA. They grab 50.5 rebounds per game (6th), dish out 23.0 assists per game (19th) and allow 98.5 points per game (1st).

Jayson Tatum leads the Celtics with 17.5 points and 10.5 rebounds. Kyrie Irving averages 16.5 points and a team-best 5.8 assists. Marcus Morris adds 11.8 points and 6.3 rebounds off the bench.

Oklahoma City Thunder

Russell Westbrook returned but he couldn't help the Thunder earn their first win of the season. They're 0-3 after a 131-120 home loss against the Kings last Sunday.

Westbrook had 32 points, 12 rebounds and eight assists in 35 minutes. Paul George score 29 points and Steven Adams added 10 points and 14 rebounds. The Thunder struggled at the free-throw line, going 19 of 30.

Oklahoma City took 104 shots but made just 44.2 percent of them. Westbrook and George were a combined 23 of 41 but the rest of the team was 23 of 63. Dennis Schroder made just 5 of 16 shots against the Kings and he's shooting just 28.0 percent (14-for-50) this season.

The Thunder are averaging 104.0 points per game (27th in the NBA), they grab 49.3 rebounds per game (7th), dish out 20.7 assists per game (28th) and allow 115.7 points per game (17th).

Russell Westbrook leads the Thunder with 32.0 points and 8.0 assists. Paul George is averaging 25.3 points and a team-best 3.0 steals. Steven Adams adds 14.7 points and a team-best 14.3 rebounds.

The Over is 6-1 in Oklahoma City's last seven games against Atlantic Division opponents. Russell Westbrook hates to lose and he'll have a dominant performance while looking to keep pace with Boston's high-powered offense.

The Over is 10-1 in Boston's last 11 games when playing on two days' rest and both teams have enough talent to run up the scoreboard tonight. 

 

NBA Pick: Over 217 (-110) at Jazz Sports

Check odds here: https://goo.gl/dVwAAb

Odds as seen on ESPN Chalk: https://goo.gl/ji6GJZ

 

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Lakers vs Suns Preview and Pick

Los Angeles Lakers vs. Phoenix Suns NBA Preview

LeBron James and the Los Angeles Lakers look for their first win of the season when they visit Devin Booker and the Phoenix Suns on Wednesday night. This game has all the makings of being a close one from opening tip.


Wednesday, October 24 at 10:00 PM ET

Talking Stick Resort Arena

Odds: Lakers are 5-point favorites over the Suns. The total is at 238.

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Los Angeles Lakers 

The Los Angeles Lakers are still trying to get their first win of the season after losing three straight games and the road. Their first victory will be a little more difficult than expected as they will be without Rajon Rondo and Brandon Ingram. They are still suspended after their roles in an on-court altercation against Chris Paul in Saturday's 124-115 loss against the Rockets. 

The Lakers are coming off a tough 143-142 overtime loss against the Spurs on Monday. Kyle Kuzma exploded for 37 points and eight rebounds. LeBron James finished with 32 points, 14 assists and eight rebounds. Josh Hart added 20 points and 10 rebounds off the bench, hitting four of his seven 3-point attempts. 

LeBron James tied the game on an incredible 3-pointer with 2.4 seconds left in regulation. He missed two free-throws with 12.8 seconds to play in overtime before Patty Mills put the Spurs ahead. James then missed a step-back 3-point shot at the buzzer.

The Lakers are averaging 125.3 points per game (2nd in the NBA), they grab 47.3 rebounds per game (12th), dish out 28.0 assists per game (3rd) and allow 131.7 points per game (30th).

LeBron James leads the Lakers with 27.3 points and 8.3 rebounds. Kyle Kuzma adds 21.0 points and 5.0 rebounds. Josh Hart is having a breakout season. He averaging 17.0 points per game while shooting 53.8 percent from the field. Hart is also at 47.1 percent from beyond the arc. He's provided a spark on the defensive end with 2.3 steals and 1.0 blocks per game.

Phoenix Suns

The Phoenix Suns have lost their last two games. Monday's 123-103 road setback against the Golden State Warriors was bad.

Phoenix shot just 26.5 percent from 3-point range (9-for-34) and they finished with 21 turnovers. Devin Booker had 28 points, six assists and five rebounds. TJ Warren had 27 points off the bench and Deandre Ayton added 20 points and 14 rebounds.

The Warriors outscored the Suns 34-6 in fast break points and scored 29 points off their 21 turnovers.

The Suns are averaging 105.0 points per game (26th in the NBA), they grab 43.0 rebounds per game (22nd), dish out 26.3 assists per game (8th) and allow 114.0 points per game (15th).

Devin Booker leads the Suns with 29.3 points and 6.7 assists. TJ Warren is averaging 20.0 points and a team-best 1.3 steals off the bench. Deandre Ayton adds 14.3 points and a team-best 10.7 rebounds.

The urgency of the Lakers will kick in tonight. While they have yet to lead after the first quarter in their first three games, the Lakers are a cumulative +9 in the second quarter and they should at least be competitive enough to cover in the first half.

 

NBA Pick: Lakers 1st half -2.5 (-110) at Jazz Sports

Check odds here: https://goo.gl/dVwAAb

Odds as seen on ESPN Chalk: https://goo.gl/ji6GJZ

 

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World Series Game 2: Dodgers Vs Red Sox

Game 2 of World Series at Fenway Park

We had an exciting World Series Game 1. The Boston Red Sox jump to a 1-0 series lead over the Los Angeles Dodgers. Both teams will be back at it on Wednesday for a critical Game 2 matchup. The game was a whole lot closer than the 8-4 final would lead you to believe. This World Series is shaping up to be an exciting one.

The Red Sox Andrew Benintendi had four hits and Eduardo Nunez belted a pinch-hit, three-run homer. Benintendi joined Wally Moses (Game 4, 1946) and Jacoby Ellsbury (Game 3, 2007) as the only Boston players with four hits in a World Series game.

The Dodgers' Manny Machado drove in three runs for the Dodgers.

The Red Sox hold home-field advantage throughout the series, so it’ll be important for them to maintain that edge and come out on top in Game 2. If LA wins they will effectively hold home field advantage in the final five games of the World Series.

TV: 8:09 p.m. ET, FOX

PITCHING MATCHUP: Dodgers LH Hyun-Jin Ryu (1-1, 4.40 ERA) vs. Red Sox LH David Price (1-1, 5.11).

ODDS: Red Sox -140-moneyline favorites. The total is 8.5.

Pitching and Timely Hitting Will be Key

The Boston Red Sox are sending veteran lefty David Price to the mound in Game 2. Price is coming off of his first postseason victory in 9 starts in the playoffs. He led Boston to a series-clinching win over the Houston Astros in the ALCS. This may be the biggest game of his professional career.

Price is 3-9 with a 5.04 ERA in 20 career postseason appearances (12 starts), with the first two wins coming as a reliever.

Veteran lefty in Huyn-Jin Ryu will start for the Dodgers. Ryu was the Dodgers’ most reliable starter down the stretch of the regular season and has carried that over to the playoffs.

Though he’s coming off of a tough outing against the Milwaukee Brewers, Ryu still gives the Dodgers an excellent chance against the Red Sox.

Ryu never has pitched in Fenway Park and took some time to study the playing field dimensions on Monday.

Ryu is 2-1 with a 3.56 ERA in six career postseason starts.

PREDICTION: Dodgers 6, Red Sox 4

 

World Series Betting Odds & Trends

Los Angeles Dodgers
Dodgers is 2-6 ATS in its last 8 games
LA Dodgers is 11-5 SU in its last 16 games
LA Dodgers is 1-4 ATS in its last 5 games on the road
The total has gone OVER in 6 of LA Dodgers's last 9 games on the road
LA Dodgers is 3-8 SU in its last 11 games when playing Boston
The total has gone OVER in 4 of LA Dodgers's last 5 games when playing Boston
LA Dodgers is 0-5 SU in its last 5 games when playing on the road against Boston

Boston Red Sox
Red Sox are 5-0 ATS in its last 5 games
Boston is 5-0 SU in its last 5 games
The total has gone OVER in 5 of Boston's last 6 games
Boston is 3-6 ATS in its last 9 games at home
Boston is 4-2 SU in its last 6 games at home
The total has gone OVER in 9 of Boston's last 10 games at home
Boston is 8-3 SU in its last 11 games when playing LA Dodgers
The total has gone OVER in 4 of Boston's last 5 games when playing LA Dodgers
Boston is 5-0 SU in its last 5 games when playing at home against LA Dodgers

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MLB World Series: Dodgers vs Red Sox Preview and Pick

Los Angeles Dodgers vs. Boston Red Sox World Series Game 1 Preview 

The 2018 MLB World Series has the potential to be a good one.  We have two good offenses and pitching staff's capable of putting up small numbers. It all starts tonight.


The Los Angeles Dodgers clash with the Boston Red Sox in Game 1 of the World Series at Fenway Park. Clayton Kershaw will take the hill for the Dodgers while the Red Sox give the ball to Chris Sale.

Los Angeles won two out of three in an inter-league series against Boston in 2016.

Tuesday, October 23 at 8:09 PM ET  on FOX.


Fenway Park

Mostly Cloudy 54°F

Wind: 5mph and blowing out

Odds: Red Sox are -165-moneyline favorites. The total is 7.5 Under -125.

 

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Los Angeles Dodgers

Clayton Kershaw will make his fourth postseason appearance (third start). The left-hander closed out Game 7 of the NLCS against the Brewers with a scoreless ninth inning last Saturday.

Kershaw is 2-1 with a 2.37 ERA and an 0.79 WHIP in four appearances (three starts) over 19 innings. He has allowed six runs (five earned), recording 16 strikeouts and just four walks.

He pitched well in Game 5 of the NLCS against the Brewers, giving up just one earned run on three hits and two walks. He had nine strikeouts over seven innings in a 5-2 win and this will be his first career appearance against the Red Sox.

The Dodgers' ace is 9-8 with a 4.09 ERA and a 1.06 WHIP over 141 innings in 28 postseason games (22 starts).

Manny Machado is very familiar with the Red Sox. He spent seven seasons with the Orioles.

Machado went 10-for-36 with seven RBIs against the Red Sox this season and he has a .277 batting average with 52 RBIs in 95 career games against them.

The star shortstop has also fared well against Chris Sale. He has gone 6-for-19 with two doubles, one home run and two RBIs. He leads the Dodgers with three home runs and nine RBIs in 11 postseason games.

Boston Red Sox

Chris Sale will make his fourth postseason appearance (third start). He was supposed to start Game 5 of the ALCS against the Astros but he was dealing with an illness that kept him out.

He didn't have his best stuff in Game 1 of the ALCS, allowing two earned runs on one hit with four walks and five strikeouts over four innings to get a no-decision in a 7-2 loss.

He did pitch well in Game 1 of the ALDS. He holding the Yankees to two earned runs on five hits and two walks with eight strikeouts over 5 1/3 innings in a 5-4 win.

Sale hasn't faced the Dodgers since 2012. He's given up seven earned runs in six career innings against them.

J.D. Martinez came on strong in games 3-5 of the ALCS against the Astros. He went 5-for-11 with one home run and three RBIs.

Martinez is having an outstanding postseason.  He is hitting .313 with two home runs and nine RBIs and he hit five home runs with eight RBIs in 34 at-bats against the Dodgers from 2015 to 2017. 

World Series Game 1 Pick

Runs should be at a premium in the first five innings of this game. This will mark the first time many of the hitters on both sides have seen Clayton Kershaw and Chris Sale.

This is an advantage to the pitchers. Kershaw has a 2.37 ERA over 19 innings in this postseason and Sale has given up two or fewer runs in his two postseason starts. Look for a pitching duel to start the 2018 MLB World Series.


MLB Pick: 1st 5 Innings Under 3.5 (-105) at Jazz Sports

Check odds here: https://goo.gl/dVwAAb

Odds as seen on ESPN Chalk: https://goo.gl/ji6GJZ

 

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US Friendly Sports Betting

US Friendly Sports Betting

With gambling restrictions throughout most of America, it doesn’t make it easy for gamblers living in US. Online gambling is prohibited in all states except New Jersey, Nevada and Delaware but the daily fantasy sports industry has taken the market by storm. Market leaders such as DraftKings and FanDuel have cashed in on the unregulated sector but not without a bit of opposition. US regulations make it difficult to place a friendly sports bet but whether you prefer DFS or professional sports odds, there are options for US punters.

DFS Market

At the moment, there are no laws prohibiting DFS wagers in the United States. Betting on a virtual team put together by the players is considered a game of skill and therefore completely legal. There have been millions spent on marketing, which has contributed to the increase in players participating in DFS.

Several states have piped up expressing the need for regulation stating that betting on DFS is in fact gambling. The argument for it being a skill based form of gaming is that the teams are not real. They’re put together by the player. Although based on real professional athletes, there is skill in analyzing stats to create the ultimate virtual team.

Despite the flack the DFS industry is receiving, market leaders continue to flourish with partnership deals coming out of the woodwork.DraftKings has scored sponsorship deals with various NFL, NBA, NHL and MLB teams with FanDuel signing contracts with the NFL and NBA. What this means is that sports fans will see advertising at stadiums across America for each of the DFS partners when attending games. With plans to attack the UK market next, DraftKings has also partnered with America’s Major League Soccer. With soccer being wildly popular within the UK, soccer partnerships are the key deals to obtain starting with the US. Additional sponsorship deals have been achieved with WSOP and the PGA Tour.

American sports fans can even see adverts for daily fantasy sports while catching a game on the ESPN network. One of DrafKings’ most recent marketing partnerships is with consumer engagement solutions provider SignalShare. The company operates the wireless network platform used in stadiums throughout the United States. This contract means that any spectator accessing the stadium’s wireless network with their mobile device will see DraftKings at the forefront of advertising. SignalShare will also make it possible for the operator to analyze who views their advertisements to further target marketing material.

Online Sportsbooks

We’ve established that DFS is an option for American punters but what if you’re interested in traditional sports betting online? Sports betting is legal within the states of Delaware, Nevada, Montana and Oregon. Other forms of online gambling are permitted in New Jersey; however it has been fighting for the legalization of sports betting. Lawmakers took the issue to appeals court to determine whether sports betting violated the 1992 federal ban across all but four states. New Jersey was given the opportunity to become the fifth state back in 1992 but failed to meet required deadlines. It now seems that online sports betting is off the table for the state in 2015.

As for online bookmakers that accept American punters, there are quite a few good ones to consider.

Sportsbook.ag caters to US sports including all the major leagues such as NFL, NBA, NHL, MMA, MLB and other sports like tennis and golf. You can even place a bet on hot political topics like the 2016 US Election. In addition to sports, Sportsbook.ag offers other products with its casino, poker, racebook and fantasy. Free bets, match bets and plenty of promotions make it a good option for American punters.

Sports Betting, established in 1999, is another bookmaker that proudly waves the American flag welcoming you to place a bet. A major draw is the acceptance of Bitcoins, which is a virtual currency that has become quite popular in the online gambling world over the last couple of years. Odds are mainly available on American national leagues but there is no shortage of international sports like football in England, Brazil, Mexico, Japan and other regions. An online casino and poker room are available for those that like to toggle back and forth in between games or matches. New sign-ups are eligible to claim the 50% Welcome Bonus, which has the power to substantially boost your bankroll.

OddsMaker is covers a wide range of sports from football to basketball, baseball, rugby and martial arts, to name a few. As with the other US friendly sportsbooks, OddsMaker also gives new players a deposit match bonus along with the first deposit. Bets can be placed online using a desktop computer, mobile device or even via phone. Promotions and the availability of additional products make it a good option for US based bettors.

FANDUEL ANNOUNCES EXCLUSIVE PARTNERSHIPS WITH 13 NBA FRANCHISES

 

 

 

The Official One-Day Fantasy Partner of the National Basketball Association Signs Deals With Nearly Half the League

NEW YORK, June 23, 2015 - FanDuel today announced exclusive multiyear partnerships with 13 National Basketball Association franchises, including the Atlanta Hawks, Brooklyn Nets, Charlotte Hornets, Chicago Bulls, Cleveland Cavaliers, Dallas Mavericks, Detroit Pistons, Indiana Pacers, Memphis Grizzlies, Miami Heat, Milwaukee Bucks, Orlando Magic and Utah Jazz. This comes after the company announced an exclusive multi-year deal with the NBA in late 2014 and partnerships with sixteen NFL team over the past two months.

"Partnering with these NBA organizations has been an incredible asset to FanDuel's growth and business. NBA fans comprise a younger, mobile-centric demographic, looking for new ways to engage with their favorite sport, teams and athletes throughout the duration of the season, which is exactly what they get on FanDuel," said Nigel Eccles, CEO and co-founder, FanDuel. "We're going to keep partnering with franchises that recognize FanDuel's ability to keep fans in their seat with their eyes glued to every game because they have a player on their fantasy team that night."

Through these team deals, FanDuel will have access to a range of marketing assets from in-arena digital signage and in-game promotions to digital, TV and radio advertising, among other branding initiatives. FanDuel will also collaborate with the individual organizations to continue to bring unique experiences to fans, including exclusive player meet-and-greets and VIP road trips to events. Examples of these once-in-a-lifetime events include: the Dallas Mavericks "GM for the Day Program," Backstage Access to NBA All-Star Weekend and the NBA Fantasy Playoffs Championship.

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San Antonio Spurs vs. Los Angeles Lakers NBA Preview

San Antonio Spurs vs. Los Angeles Lakers

The San Antonio Spurs visit the Los Angeles Lakers. The Lakers are still for their first win in the Lebron James era.

Monday, October 22 at 10:30 PM ET

Staples Center

Odds: Lakers -1 and the total is 224

San Antonio Spurs 

The San Antonio Spurs suffered 121-108 road loss against the Portland Trail Blazers last Saturday. DeMar DeRozan led the way with 28 points and nine assists. Bryn Forbes added 17 points in the setback.

San Antonio shot 42.0 percent from the floor but they let Portland make 53.6 percent of their field goals. They allowed them to shoot 15 of 32 from beyond the arc. 

DeMar DeRozan is averaging a team-high 28.0 points per game. No other Spurs player scores more than 16.5 points per game.

The Spurs are averaging 110.0 points per game (19th in the NBA). They grab 46.0 rebounds per game (15th), dish out 25.5 assists per game (9th) and allow 114.5 points per game (18th).

DeRozan also leads San Antonio with 6.5 assists and 1.0 assists. LaMarcus Aldridge averages 16.5 points and team-bests with 13.5 rebounds and 2.0 blocks.   

Los Angeles Lakers 

The Lakers lost back-to-back games and the road to their first win will be little more difficult than expected. They will be without Rajon Rondo and Brandon Ingram. They are suspended following their roles in an altercation against Chris Paul in Saturday's 124-115 loss against the Rockets.

Rondo received a three-game while Ingram was suspended four games. 

LeBron James led the Lakers with 24 points, five rebounds and five assists against the Rockets. He was just 1-for-7 from beyond the arc. JaVale McGee had a solid game with 16 points, six rebounds and five blocks in just 20 minutes.

Los Angeles made just 25.0 percent of their 3-point attempts (8-for-32).  

The Lakers are averaging 117.0 points per game (8th in the NBA), they grab 45.0 rebounds per game (18th). They dish out 25.5 assists per game (9th) and allow 126.0 points per game (27th).

Lebron James leads the Lakers with 25.0 points and 8.5 rebounds. Josh Hart averages 15.5 points per game while shooting 52.0 percent from the field and 40.0 percent from beyond the arc.   

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NBA Trends: 

The Under is:  

20-8-1 in San Antonio's last 29 road games against a team with a home winning percentage of less than .400

11-5 in Los Angeles' last 16 home games against a team with a losing road record 

4-1 in Los Angeles' last five home games against a team with a road winning percentage of less than .400

These two teams are struggling defensively but the Lakers will step things up a notch on that end of the court, putting the clamps on DeRozan while the Spurs will likely try to slow the pace after getting crushed by the Trail Blazers last time out.

NBA Pick: Under 222 (-1110) at Jazz Sports

Check odds here: https://goo.gl/dVwAAb

Odds as seen on ESPN Chalk: https://goo.gl/ji6GJZ

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Monday Night Football: NY Giants vs Atlanta Falcons

Falcons Look to Take Care of Giants at Home

The New York Giants and the Atlanta Falcons will meet on Monday night. This Monday Night Football matchup will be at Mercedes-Benz Stadium. These two teams have struggled much of the season and look to get some momentum going.

TV: 8:15 p.m. ET, ESPN. LINE: Falcons -4 O/U: 54.

Quarterback Matt Ryan and the Atlanta Falcons withstood a late comeback last week. They ended a three-game slide in what may have been a season-saving victory.

That's pretty much the same position the reeling New York Giants, and the much-maligned Eli Manning. find themselves in tonight.

After finishing 3-13 last season and winding up with prize running back Saquon Barkley, New York is off to a 1-5 start. Growing cries that Manning needs to be yanked from the starting lineup magnify with each snap.

Atlanta has plenty of issues of its own. Injuries are the big one. They still have Ryan and favorite target Julio Jones. He is the subject of pregame hype with New York's Odell Beckham Jr. on the opposite sideline.

Giants Need to Help Barkley

Barkley has lived up to his pre-draft hype for the #2 pick in the NFL draft. He rushed for 130 yards and a touchdown and caught nine balls for 99 yards in a 34-13 loss to the Philadelphia Eagles on Oct. 11.

Barkley has a chance to make history against the Falcons. He can join Kansas City's Kareem Hunt as the only players to pile up at least 100 yards from scrimmage in seven consecutive games to begin their career.

Eli Manning continues to have trouble connecting with Beckham. He has averaged 6.5 yards or fewer per pass attempt in four of six games.

New York's defense has allowed 27 points per game and is tied for last in the league with 7.0 sacks.

TE Evan Engram is expected to return after sitting out the last three games.

Falcons Offense is Flying High, Injuries have Decimated Defense

The Falcons have started the season 2-4. They could easily be 5-1 going into tonight's matchup. They lost 3 games in the last 30 seconds.

Ryan is third in the NFL with 1,956 passing yards and has 12 touchdowns. Throw in zero interceptions over the past four games. Ryan threw for 340 yards and three scores in last week's win over Tampa Bay.

Jones had 10 catches for 144 yards against the Buccaneers. He is second in the league with 708 yards, but he has yet to find the end zone. This was after scoring only three touchdowns in 2017. This is an issue Atlanta has to deal with.

Devonta Freeman was put on injured reserve following groin surgery this week. Tevin Coleman and rookie Ito Smith will share the load in the backfield.

Atlanta is 30th in total defense (417.2 yards) and 31 in points allowed (32.0). They have 4 pro-bowl players out for the season, or good portions of it, on defense.

Ryan has an NFL-best 1,432 yards and 128.2 passer rating since Week 3.

DE Takk McKinley has 4.5 sacks in the last five games.

PREDICTION: Falcons 30, Giants 23

NFL Betting Odds & Trends

New York Giants
Giants are 2-4 ATS in its last 6 games
NY Giants is 1-5 SU in its last 6 games
The total has gone UNDER in 9 of NY Giants's last 13 games
NY Giants is 1-6 SU in its last 7 games on the road
The total has gone UNDER in 4 of NY Giants's last 6 games on the road
NY Giants is 5-2 SU in its last 7 games when playing Atlanta
The total has gone UNDER in 10 of NY Giants's last 11 games when playing Atlanta
NY Giants is 4-2 ATS in its last 6 games when playing on the road against Atlanta
NY Giants is 7-1 SU in its last 8 games when playing on the road against Atlanta
The total has gone UNDER in 5 of NY Giants's last 5 games when playing on the road against Atlanta

Atlanta Falcons
Falcons are 2-5 ATS in its last 7 games
Atlanta is 2-5 SU in its last 7 games
The total has gone OVER in 5 of Atlanta's last 5 games
Atlanta is 4-2 ATS in its last 6 games at home
Atlanta is 4-2 SU in its last 6 games at home
The total has gone OVER in 4 of Atlanta's last 5 games at home
Atlanta is 2-5 SU in its last 7 games when playing NY Giants
The total has gone UNDER in 10 of Atlanta's last 11 games when playing NY Giants
Atlanta is 2-4 ATS in its last 6 games when playing at home against NY Giants
Atlanta is 1-7 SU in its last 8 games when playing at home against NY Giants
The total has gone UNDER in 5 of Atlanta's last 5 games when playing at home against NY Giants

 

Next up:
New York home to Washington Sunday, October 28
Atlanta at Washington Sunday, November 4

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