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100* Sharp Money Syndicate Play on Georgia -4 -105

We’ll be treated to a matchup of two strong teams later today when the SMU Mustangs (8-1) go on the road to take on the Georgia Bulldogs (6-3).

SMU has only suffered a single loss this season, but that came in their most recent contest when they fell to Georgetown by a score of 91-74. The rest of the SMU scheduled has been relatively pedestrian, and includes a two-point win over Evansville.

On average, the Mustangs are scoring 74.8 points and allowing 63.1 points per game.

Four SMU players are scoring more than 10 points per game. However, after those four, no Mustang is scoring more than 7.7 points per game.

Georgia has faced a relatively difficult schedule that’s caught up with them recently. The Bulldogs have lost three of their last five, one of which came in a 93-85 defeat to #3 Michigan State. Georgia has scored at least 80 points in seven of their nine games played.

On average, the Bulldogs are scoring 83.1 points while allowing 76.7 points per game.

Georgia is a high-scoring team, and much of that offensive production comes from guard Anthony Edwards. On the season, Edwards is scoring 19.8 points per game.

100* Sharp Money Syndicate Play on Nets/Spurs over219 -109

While the Nets (15-12) are 7-7 on the road, the Spurs (10-16) are 7-7 at home. Tonight, these two clubs will face off in San Antonio. The over/under is set at 219 points.

Before beating New Orleans in overtime in their most recent game, Brooklyn earned one of their most impressive wins of the season with a 109-89 victory over Philadelphia. The Nets have scored 108 points or more in five of their last seven games.

On average, the Nets are scoring 111.7 points while allowing 111.5 points per game.

Spencer Dinwiddie has been a consistent scorer lately by putting up at least 24 points in each of his last five games. With Kyrie Irving out, Dinwiddie leads Brooklyn with 21.4 points per game.

In a down year, San Antonio has managed to win four of their last seven games. The Spurs have scored 107 points or more in five of those contests, and 121 points or more in two of those games. On the flip side, San Antonio has allowed 117 points or more in four games during that stretch.

On average, the Spurs are scoring 111.7 points while allowing 115.4 points per game.

DeMar DeRozan is the leading scorer in San Antonio. In addition to his 5.6 rebounds and 4.7 assists per game, DeRozan is averaging 20.9 points per game.

50* Powerhouse Play on Texas-Arlington +3½ -110

While the UT-Arlington Mavericks (4-7) are just one spot from the bottom of the Sun Belt, the Georgia State Panthers (6-3) are one place from the top. Tonight, these two teams will go head to head.

Arlington enters this evening’s contest as losers of three straight, but that run could have been preceded by a three-game winning streak if not for a one-point loss to Furman. Against #8 Gonzaga, the Mavericks fell by only six points, and that was after taking on #14 Oregon.

On average, the Mavericks are scoring 69 points while allowing 67.4 points per game.

The Mavericks are led by guards David Azore and Brian Warren. While Azore is putting up 12.6 points per game, Warren is scoring 12.5 points per game.

Since looking particularly vulnerable with a three-game losing streak early in the season, Georgia State has now won five games in a row. However, two of those five wins came by just three points in overtime against Charlotte and Dartmouth.

On average, the Panthers are scoring 79.9 points while allowing 70.8 points per game.

Guard Cory Allen leads this Panthers squad with 17.1 points per game. Three of Georgia State’s top four scorers are shooting 45.5% or worse from the field.

100* Sharp Money Syndicate Play on William & Mary -1½ -110

The Saint Joseph’s Hawks (2-9) are at the bottom of the Atlantic 10 Conference and in desperate need of a win. However, they face an uphill battle tonight as they host the William & Mary Tribe (8-3).

William & Mary suffered three losses in four games when they played a rough stretch of games against Oklahoma, Stanford, and Buffalo. However, the Tribe recovered well with a run of three straight wins. William & Mary have scored 77 points or more in six of their 11 games.

On average, the Tribe are scoring 74 points while allowing 66.5 points per game.

Forward Nathan Knight has been a big reason for the Tribe’s success. While shooting 56.2% from the field, Knight is averaging 19.9 points and 10.3 rebounds per game.

In addition to only have two victories all season, St. Joe’s is currently on an eight-game losing streak. Most recently, the Hawks allowed 108 points in a loss to Temple. St. Joe’s has allowed 70 points or more in every game this year.

On average, the Hawks are scoring 70.5 points while allowing 82.8 points per game.

Guard Ryan Daly leads St. Joe’s with 20.2 points and 8.1 rebounds per game, but no other player on the team is averaging double-digit points.

100* Sharp Money Syndicate Play on Warriors +9½ -109

The latest tip on today’s NBA schedule will feature the Warriors (5-23) going on the road to take on the Trail Blazers (11-16) in Portland.

Golden State has lost four games in a row, but only one came by a margin greater than eight points. The Warriors have played the Blazers once already this season. In that contest, Golden State was victorious by a score of 127-118.

On average, the Warriors are scoring 104.3 points while allowing 113.7 points per game.

D’Angelo Russell is now back in the lineup for Golden State after missing some time. Russell has led the Warriors this season with his 21.5 points per game.

The Blazers have struggled on offense lately. While losing three of their last five games, Portland failed to reach 100 points on two occasions. After dropping a contest against Denver, the Blazers were able to take down Phoenix by only a single point in their most recent contest.

On average, the Blazers are scoring 112.2 points while allowing 114.1 points.

Beyond the 26.3 points per game of Damian Lillard and the 21.7 points per game of CJ McCollum, no Portland player is scoring more than 16.8 points per game.

50* Powerhouse Play on UL - Lafayette +2 -110

The Arkansas State Red Wolves (7-3) have only dropped three games this year. Tonight, they play host to the Louisiana-Lafayette Ragin Cajuns (5-5).

Lafayette has allowed 77 points in each of their last two games, both of which were losses. Prior to that short losing streak, the Ragin Cajuns put up 98 points in a win over SE Louisiana. That win marked the fourth time that Lafayette has scored 81 points or more this year.

On average, the Ragin Cajuns are scoring 74.9 points while allowing 76.4 points per game.

Of the three Lafayette players scoring at least 12.8 points per game, forward Jalen Johnson leads the way with 16.3 points while shooting 47.8% from the field.

Arkansas State hasn’t lost much this season, but they’ve dropped two of their last four contests. Separated by a pair of wins, the Red Wolves fell to Stephen F. Austin and then Missouri State while allowing 75 points or more in each game.

On average, the Red Wolves are scoring 67.5 points while allowing 67.6 points per game.

Three Arkansas State players are averaging double-digit points per game, but Canberk Kus leads with way with only 12.9 points per game.

50* Powerhouse Play on Alabama -9 -109

The Alabama Crimson Tide (4-5) will get back to .500 with a win. Tonight, they’ll be taking on the Samford Bulldogs (6-6), who own an even record.

Alabama is coming off a two-point loss to Penn State after winning a pair of games over Southern Miss and Stephen F. Austin. The Crimson Tide could easily own a much better record considering two of their four losses have come by two points or fewer.

On average, the Crimson Tide are scoring 78.4 points while allowing 77.2 points per game.

Three Alabama players are currently scoring 11.2 points per game or more this year. Leading the way is Kira Lewis Jr., who’s averaging 17.3 points, 5.6 rebounds, and 4.6 assists per game.

Samford has lost three of their past five games with their only two wins over that stretch coming against AUB Montgomery and Houston Baptist. Most recently, the Bulldogs fell to Hawaii by a score of 94-73. Samford has allowed 86 points or more on five occasions.

On average, the Bulldogs are scoring 77.8 points while allowing 73.4 points per game.

Brandon Austin has been Samford’s best shooter so far this season. While averaging 13.8 points per game, Austin has hit 45.6% of his threes.

50* Powerhouse Play on Hornets +3½ -110

The Hornets (13-17) own a losing record, yet they have more than twice as many wins as the Cavaliers (6-21), whom they play tonight in Cleveland.

Charlotte will be playing their second game in as many days after earning a win against Sacramento last night. That victory was the Hornets’ fourth out of their last five games. Charlotte scored 110 points or more in three of those four wins.

On average, the Hornets are scoring 104.7 points while allowing 110.8 points per game.

Devonte Graham leads the Hornets with 19.4 points per game. However, Charlotte is starting to get scoring from other players. Over the last two games, Cody Zeller has led the team with 19 points and Malik Monk led the team with 23 points.

Cleveland has only managed one win over their last 11 games, and they needed overtime to claim victory over San Antonio. The Cavs are coming off a pair of losses to Milwaukee and Toronto in which they allowed 125 points or more.

On average, the Cavaliers are scoring 103.7 points while allowing 114.2 points per game.

No Cleveland player is scoring more than the 17.7 points per game of Collin Sexton. Kevin Love is second on the team with 15.9 points a game.

50* Powerhouse Play on Old Dominion +5½ -109

Through 10 games, the Richmond Spiders (9-1) have fallen only once. Tonight, they’ll go on the road to take on the Old Dominion Monarchs (3-8).

Richmond has put together a four-game winning streak after losing to #18 Auburn by a score of 79-65. Most recently, the Spiders defeated Charleston by seven points. Richmond has allowed 92 points or more on two occasions this season.

On average, the Spiders are scoring 79.4 points while allowing 67.5 points per game.

Guard Blake Francis leads this Richmond team with 18.2 points per game. Against Charleston, Francis put up 20 points to lead the Spiders.

Old Dominion is trying to find the form that earned them three straight wins in the early stretch of the season. Since then, the Monarchs have lost seven in a row. Over that streak, Old Dominion lost by seven points or fewer in three contests, including a two-point loss to James Madison.

On average, the Monarchs are scoring 61.2 points while allowing 65.8 points per game.

Without A.J. Oliver able to play much of the season, guard Xavier Green has led this Old Dominion team with 14.5 points and 4.8 rebounds per game.

100* Sharp Money Syndicate Play on Ball State +5½ -109

While the Ball State Cardinals (5-4) are looking to stay over .500, the Georgia Tech Yellow Jackets are aiming to earn a winning record when these two teams face off tonight.

After a pair of losses to Western Illinois and Loyola Chicago, Ball State recovered nicely with a 102-54 victory over the IUPUI Jaguars. That win marked the second time the Cardinals have topped 100, including a 31-point win over Howard.

On average, the Cardinals are scoring 75.2 points while allowing 60.7 points per game.

Four different Ball State players are putting up double-digit points per game. The team is led by Ishmael El-Amin, who’s scoring 15.4 points per game while shooting 50% from three and 52.8% from the field.

After following up a three-point win over Bethune-Cookman with a victory over Nebraska, Georgia Tech has lost two in a row. Before falling to #8 Kentucky, the Yellow Jackets were beaten badly in a 97-63 contest against Syracuse.

On average, the Yellow Jackets are scoring 67.8 points while allowing 68.9 points per game.

Guard Michael Devoe leads this Georgia Tech team with 19.4 points per game. However, the next leading scorer is Moses Wright, who’s averaging just 12.3 points per contest.

100* Sharp Money Syndicate Play on Eastern Washington -6 -110

The Omaha Mavericks (6-7) will have a chance to earn an even record this evening when they go on the road to take on the Eastern Washington Eagles (6-3).

Before earning a 10-point victory over Rio Grande Valley in their most recent contest, Omaha suffered through a four-game losing streak that ended with a 50-point loss at the hands of #15 Arizona. The Mavericks have allowed 73 points or more in each of their last five games.

On average, the Mavericks are scoring 71.3 points while allowing 73.5 points per game.

Of the four players scoring double-digit points per game for Omaha, guard JT Gibson is leading the way with his 14.2 points per game.

Eastern Washington has won four of their last five games with only a 10-point loss to #22 Washington getting in the way of an impressive winning streak. In those four wins, the Eagles scored at least 87 points in every game. Most recently, Eastern Washington scored 146 points against Multnomah.

On average, the Eagles are scoring 90 points while allowing 73.6 points per game.

Three different Eastern Washington players are scoring 15.3 points per game or more. Guard Jacob Davison is the team’s leading scorer with 18.8 points per game.

50* Powerhouse Play on UMKC +8 -105

The Toledo Rockets (8-2) are currently on a roll. If they’ll keep their streak alive, they’ll have to overcome the UMKC Kangaroos (5-7) this evening.

After suffering an overtime loss at the hands of Notre Dame, Toledo has ripped off five wins in a row. Three of those five wins have come by 10 points or fewer, including a two-point victory over Oakland. Most recently, Toledo defeated Detroit Mercy by a score of 80-72.

On average, the Rockets are scoring 82.4 points while allowing 65 points per game.

Although Marreon Jackson is shooting just 34.7% from three and 40.3% from the field, he leads this Toledo team with 17.8 points per game.

UMKC is on a three-game skid after going up against #2 Kansas in their most recent contest. Prior to this losing streak, the Kangaroos won four out of five games. Kansas City scored 74 points or more in three of those four victories.

On average, the Kangaroos are scoring 69.2 points while allowing 68.1 points per game.

Forward Javan White leads this UMKC team with 12 points and 7.6 rebounds per game. Guard Marvin Nesbitt Jr. is shooting 43.5% from three while adding 9.3 points per game.

50* Powerhouse Play on Hawks/Knicks over220 -110

The Hawks (6-21) and Knicks (6-21) share identical records. Tonight, they’ll share the floor in New York when they go head to head. The over/under is set at 220 points.

Atlanta has dropped four in a row and five out of their last six games. During that stretch, the Hawks have scored 118 points or more three times while allowing 130 points or more on three occasions. The last time Atlanta was on the road, they allowed 136 points to Chicago.

On average, the Hawks are scoring 108.1 points while allowing 117.8 points per game.

While shooting 44.3% from the field, Trae Young leads this Atlanta team by averaging 27.8 points and 8.5 assists per game.

After winning a pair of games against Golden State and Sacramento, New York fell to Denver in their most recent contest. Defense has been an issue for the Knicks all year. Over their last seven games, New York has given up 111 points or more five times and 122 points or more three times.

On average, the Knicks are scoring 101.2 points while allowing 111.1 points per game.

Marcus Morris Jr. is the top scorer on this Knicks team with 18.7 points per game. Julius Randle is adding another 17.4 points per game.

100* Sharp Money Syndicate Play on Kings/Hornets over207½ -110

The Kings (12-14) are dangerously close to getting to .500 for the season. They’ll get one step closer if they can take down the Hornets (12-17) tonight in Charlotte. The over/under is set at 207.5 points.

Sacramento has launched themselves towards a winning record with four wins out of their last five games. While taking down Dallas and Houston in that stretch of games, the Kings scored 110 points or more. Both of those victories came on the road.

On average, the Kings are scoring 104.8 points while allowing 106.9 points per game.

Guard Buddy Hield, who’s leading the team with 21.9 points per game, has led the Kings in scoring in three of their last four contests.

Although the Hornets haven’t been very good, they managed to win three in a row before falling to Indiana by a score of 107-85 in their most recent contest. Charlotte scored 113 points or more in two of those three victories.

On average, the Hornets are scoring 104.5 points while allowing 111.1 points per game.

Devonte Graham leads this Charlotte team with 19.6 points per game. Terry Rozier is currently pitching in with another 16.6 points per game.

50* Powerhouse Play on Loyola Marymount PK -110

The Loyola Marymount Lions (5-5) have a chance to earn a winning record tonight when they go on the road to take on the UC Davis Aggies (4-8).

Loyola Marymount has won three of their last four games, with only a 76-64 loss to #20 Colorado getting in the way of an otherwise perfect stretch. The Lions scored 79 points or more in two of those three wins. Marymount has now scored at least 78 points in four games.

On average, the Lions are scoring 71.1 points while allowing 68.5 points per game.

Guard Eli Scott has led Marymount in scoring in each of their last three games by scoring as many as 31 points. Scott leads the team in offensive production by averaging 15.9 points per game while hitting 58.2% of his shots from the field.

UC Davis won two in a row over Northern Arizona and Northern Illinois before falling to San Diego in their most recent contest. Before that trio of games, the Aggies had lost six straight. On that losing streak, UC Davis allowed 72 points or more in all but one contest.

On average, the Aggies are scoring 69.2 points while allowing 70.1 points per game.

Guard Joe Mooney leads this UC Davis team with 15.9 points, but only two other Aggies are scoring more than eight points per game.

50* Powerhouse Play on Bulls/Thunder over208 -109

A pair of teams with losing records will face off in Oklahoma City this evening when the Thunder (11-14) host the Bulls (10-18). The over/under is set at 208 points.

Chicago has hit a good stretch of play by winning two out of their last three. In wins over the Hawks and Clippers, the Bulls scored 136 and 109 points. With those performances, Chicago has now scored 106 points or more in five of their last eight games.

On average, the Bulls are scoring 105.5 points while allowing 107.3 points per game.

Zach LaVine often leads this Chicago team in scoring. On the season, LaVine is averaging 22.6 points per game. Lauri Markkanen is next on the team with 14.3 points per game.

Oklahoma City dropped each of their last two games, but they’re now returning home, where they last scored 139 in a win over Minnesota. The Thunder have scored 107 points or more in five of their last nine games. Out of their last five home games, Oklahoma City has scored 127 points or more on three occasions.

On average, the Thunder are scoring 107.5 points while allowing 107.3 points per game.

Oklahoma City plays offense by committee. The Thunder currently have four players scoring 15.6 points per game, led by the 18.5 points per game of Shai Gilgeous-Alexander.

100* Sharp Money Syndicate Play on Mavs +11½ -110

The Mavericks (17-8) will be without their MVP candidate this evening when they go into Milwaukee to take on the Bucks (24-3).

When Dallas went up against Miami on Saturday, they lost more than just the game. After landing on Kendrick Nunn’s foot, Mavericks star Luka Doncic sprained his ankle and will be sidelined for today’s contest. However, Dallas has been a strong team all year long, especially when they’re on the road, where they boast a 9-2 record.

On average, the Mavericks are scoring 118.1 points while allowing 109 points per game.

In Doncic’ absence, Dallas will lean on the fact that Tim Hardaway Jr. has led the team in scoring in two of their last three games. On the season, Hardaway has averaged 13.3 points per game, but he recently put up 28 and 29 points.

Milwaukee will go in search of their 19th-straight victory today at home. The Bucks will have their MVP on the floor, but they’ve also been vulnerable on defense lately. Milwaukee has allowed 108 points or more in three straight games.

On average, the Bucks are scoring 121.2 points while allowing 107.6 points per game.

This Milwaukee team is all about Giannis Antetokounmpo, who leads the team with 31 points and 12.8 rebounds per game.

100* Sharp Money Syndicate Play on Cal-Irvine +1½ -105

Both the Kent State Golden Flashes (8-1) and UC Irvine Anteaters (6-5) own winning records, but the latter needs a win this evening in order to stay above .500.

Kent State hasn’t faced the most difficult schedule in the country, but they’ve taken care of business in every game apart from a 71-52 loss to #10 Ohio State. The Golden Flashes also beat Wright State by a single point and needed overtime to take down Towson.

On average, the Golden Flashes are scoring 79.9 points while allowing 64 points per game.

Although Antonio Williams leads Kent State with 14 points per game, he’s shooting just 28.6% from the three-point line.

UC Irvine has also dropped their contest against a ranked opponent by taking a defeat at the hands of #23 Colorado. However, the Anteaters are now finding their form. While winning three of their last four, UC Irvine has scored 92 points or more on two occasions.

On average, the Anteaters are scoring 77.3 points while allowing 66.4 points per game.

Forward Collin Welp leads UC Irvine in scoring. While averaging 14.2 points and 6.5 rebounds per game, Welp is shooting 51.8% from the field and 45.7% from three.

100* Sharp Money Syndicate Play on Kings/Warriors over211 -109

A pair of teams residing in the bottom half of the Pacific division will go head to head when the Kings (11-14) pay the Warriors (5-22) a visit in Golden State. The over/under is set at 211 points.

Although Sacramento fell to the Knicks in their most recent contest, they won three in row prior to that defeat. In those three games, the Kings scored 110 or more on two occasions. Sacramento also allowed 106 points or more in two of those three games.

On average, the Kings are scoring 105 points while allowing 108 points per game.

Although De’Aaron Fox is doubtful for this contest, Sacramento will have the services of Buddy Hield on the court. This season, Hield is averaging 22 points per game.

Golden State has suffered through several losing streaks so far this season, including their current three-game skid. Throughout that run of games, the Warriors have allowed 110 points or more in every contest. Golden State has also scored 106 points or more twice.

On average, the Warriors are scoring 105.3 points while allowing 114.2 points per game.

Golden State has been led by the 22.4 points per game of D’Angelo Russell. Russell recently put up 32 points in a game against the Knicks.

100* Sharp Money Syndicate Play on Minnesota +9 -105

The undefeated #3 Ohio State Buckeyes (9-0) will be on the road to take on the Minnesota Golden Gophers (4-5) later today.

Ohio State has won every game they’ve played this year by a comfortable margin. That includes a game against #10 Villanova, which the Buckeyes won by a score of 76-51, and a game against #7 North Carolina, which the Buckeyes won by a score of 74-49.

On average, the Buckeyes are scoring 80.9 points while allowing 54.7 points per game.

Although Ohio State has been dominant this season, they only have two players averaging double-digit points. Kaleb Wesson is scoring 14.1 points per game, and Duane Washington Jr. is adding another 11.4 points per game.

Minnesota dropped their fifth game of the season with a 72-52 defeat at the hands of Iowa in their most recent contest. However, that loss was preceded by a run of three wins out of four games. While taking down Central Michigan, North Dakota, and Clemson, Minnesota scored 78 points or more in each contest.

On average, the Golden Gophers are scoring 70.1 points while allowing 64 points per game.

Led by the 18 points per game of Daniel Oturu, four different Gophers are averaging double-digit points per game.

50* Powerhouse Play on Hawks +12 -110

As the Lakers (23-3) continue to lead their conference, they’ll go on the road for a contest against the Hawks (6-20) in Atlanta today.

Since losing to the Mavericks by four, the Lakers have won six in a row. However, Los Angeles allowed 110 points or more in three of those six wins. Meanwhile, Los Angeles has been limited to 105 points or fewer in three of their last seven games.

On average, the Lakers are scoring 113.7 points while allowing 104.2 points per game.

While Anthony Davis and LeBron James are scoring 27.4 points and 25.9 points per game, respectively, no other Laker is scoring more than 11.1 points per contest.

Atlanta has lost three in a row, but they were victorious in two out of three games just prior to this losing streak. The Heat also needed overtime to take down the Hawks five days ago. Most recently, Atlanta fell to the Pacers by a score of 110-100.

On average, the Hawks are scoring 108.5 points while allowing 118.4 points per game.

Trae Young has kept up an impressive scoring pace for Atlanta. This season, Young is averaging 27.7 points and 8.6 assists per game.

50* Powerhouse Play on Troy State +8 -110

While the Chattanooga Mocs (6-5) aim to stay above .500, the Troy State Trojans (4-6) want to climb back to an even record. These two teams will go head to head later today.

Troy has done the vast majority of their winning since the end of November. The Trojans have won three games in a row by getting the better of Shorter, North Alabama, and Jacksonville State. Troy allowed 63 points or fewer in every game over their current winning streak.

On average, the Trojans are scoring 70.2 points while allowing 68.6 points per game.

Darian Adams is one of three Troy players who are averaging at least 10 points per game. Adams leads the way with 12.8 points per contest.

Chattanooga may have a winning record, but they haven’t been good lately. The Mocs have lost two of their last three with only a cupcake game against Tennessee Wesleyan in between. Chattanooga was beat by 10 points by Western Carolina, then by five points against Virginia Tech.

On average, the Mocs are scoring 69.2 points while allowing 67.3 points per game.

Guard Matt Ryan leads Chattanooga with 13.8 points per game, but he’s shooting just 30.2% from beyond the arc and 38.6% from the field.

100* Sharp Money Syndicate Play on Mavs -7 -110

We’ll get to watch two of the NBA’s better teams go head to head tonight in Dallas when the Mavericks (17-7) host the Heat (18-7).

Through 25 games, the Heat have lost only seven times. But Miami will be on the road this evening, which is where six of those seven losses occurred. The Heat will be playing the back end of a back-to-back after falling to the Lakers last night.

On average, the Heat are scoring 111.9 points while allowing 106.4 points per game.

Jimmy Butler is leading the Heat in scoring with 20.7 points per game. Goran Dragic has added 15.9 points per game, but he’s currently out of the lineup.

Dallas will be on an extra day of rest compared to this evening’s opponent. They last played Detroit, whom the Mavericks beat by a score of 122-111. Dallas has won six of their last seven and 11 of their last 13 games. Dallas has scored 121 or more in three of their last four contests.

On average, the Mavericks are scoring 118.1 points while allowing 108.4 points per game.

Luke Doncic is in the thick of the MVP race, and it’s because he’s averaging 30.4 points, 9.9 rebounds, and 9.3 assists per game, all of which lead the Mavericks.

50* Powerhouse Play on Wisc-Milwaukee -2 -109

While the Eastern Illinois Panthers (5-4) are aiming to stay above .500, the Milwaukee Panthers (5-5) are seeking a winning record of their own. Milwaukee will be at home for a contest between these two teams.

Eastern Illinois is coming off a 93-80 win over Green Bay, but they dropped two of three games prior to that victory. The Panthers first lost to Bethune-Cookman by three before falling to Purdue Fort Wayne by five. Eastern Illinois hasn’t played in a full week.

On average, the Eastern Illinois Panthers are scoring 78.7 points while allowing 63.9 points per game.

Guard George Dixon leads Eastern Illinois with 14.1 points and 9.6 rebounds per game. Mack Smith is adding another 12.6 points a game.

Milwaukee has lost three in a row, but two of the losses came by just three-point margins and the final loss came against #2 Kansas. Over their last four games, Milwaukee has managed to hold their opponent to 63 points or fewer on three occasions.

On average, the Milwaukee Panthers are scoring 74 points while allowing 70.1 points per game.

Milwaukee has three players scoring 11.7 points or more per game, two of which are putting up at least 14.6 points a game. Guard Darius Roy leads the way with 15.1 points per game.

50* Powerhouse Play on Utah State +1 -109

Through 11 games, the Utah State Aggies (10-1) have only suffered a single loss. Tonight, they’ll be away from home to take on the BYU Cougars (8-4).

Since falling to St. Mary’s, Utah State recovered with three straight wins over San Jose State, Fresno State, and St. Katherine. The Aggies have scored 80 points or more in seven of their 11 games played. Defensively, Utah State hasn’t allowed six opponents to reach 60 points.

On average, the Aggies are scoring 81.2 points while allowing 60.3 points per game.

Five different Utah State players are averaging more than 10 points per game. Sam Merrill leads the team with 17.7 points per contest.

BYU has won each of their last two games, which came against UNLV and Nevada, but they failed to get the best of Utah and lost by seven in overtime. The Cougars have allowed at least 71 points in each of their four losses this year.

On average, the Cougars are scoring 77.5 points while allowing 67.3 points per game.

Yoeli Childs leads this BYU squad with 18.7 points and 11.3 rebounds per game. Childs has shot 57.1% from three and 52.5% from the field so far this year.

50* Powerhouse Play on Nets/Raptors over218½ -109

Although the Nets (13-11) and Raptors (16-8) both own winning records, neither is in the top two of the Atlantic division standings. They’ll go head to head tonight in Toronto. The over/under is set at 218.5 points.

Brooklyn has found a formula that’s been relatively successful recently. While winning eight of their last 11 games, the Nets have scored 110 points or more on five occasions. Brooklyn has won each of its last two road games while putting up 111 and 130 points of offense.

On average, the Nets are scoring 112.4 points while allowing 112.9 points per game.

In Kyrie Irving’s absence, Spencer Dinwiddie has been impressive on the offensive end. Thus far, Dinwiddie is averaging 20.8 points per game.

Toronto has only won a single game out of its last five, but they’re 9-3 when playing at home. The Raptors have played a particularly difficult schedule recently. After scoring 130 in a win over Utah, Toronto allowed 110 points or more in four losses to Miami, Houston, Philly, and the LA Clippers.

On average, the Raptors are scoring 110.8 points while allowing 105.5 points per game.

A strong trio powers Toronto. Pascal Siakam leads the way with 24.5 points per game, followed by 19.1 points and 18 points per game from Kyle Lowry and Fred VanVleet, respectively.

50* Powerhouse Play on Green Bay -2 -109

Although the Evansville Purple Aces (7-3) own the better record, it’s the Green Bay Phoenix (3-7) who are favored in a matchup between the two later today.

Evansville became a household name with a massive upset over #1 Kentucky early this year, but they suffered through a three-game losing streak soon after that milestone victory. The Purple Aces scored as few as 59 points and gave up as many as 85 points in defeats to SMU, East Carolina, and George Washington.

On average, the Purple Aces are scoring 80.6 points while allowing 78.1 points per game.

Evansville needs to get big nights out of their four main scorers every game in order to win. After the four guys scoring at least 11.7 points per game, the Purple Aces don’t have another player putting up more than seven points a game.

Green Bay hasn’t faced many easy opponents, yet they’ve earned a 2-1 record at home. The Phoenix are at their best when the pace is quick and they can get shots up in volume. In their three wins, Green Bay scored 85, 98, and 115 points.

On average, the Phoenix are scoring 80.1 points while allowing 83.5 points per game.

A pair of Green Bay players are putting up 15 points or more. While Amari Davis is scoring 16.1 points per game, JayQuan McCloud is scoring 15.2 points per game.

100* Sharp Money Syndicate Play on CS Bakersfield -5 -109

Neither the CSU Bakersfield Roadrunners (4-7) or the Idaho Vandals (3-6) have enjoyed much success this season. One of these teams will suffer yet another loss after they take the court this evening.

Bakersfield dropped their two most recent contests, which came by four to Santa Barbara and then a blowout against Ole Miss. Before that, however, the Roadrunners won a pair of games over Hampton and San Diego Christian while scoring 70 and 87 points.

On average, the Roadrunners are scoring 73.5 points while allowing 70.5 points per game.

Guard Taze Moore is Bakersfield’s most dangerous scoring threat. By shooting 40% from beyond the arc and 52.9% from the field, Moore is averaging 12.5 points per game.

After a comfortable win over Walla Walla, Idaho enters tonight’s contest as losers of three straight. The Vandals were blown out by 17 or more against North Dakota State and Seattle before falling to Washington State by a score of 78-65 in their most recent contest.

On average, the Vandals are scoring 68 points while allowing 69.6 points or more.

After Trevon Allen (16.9 points), no Idaho player is scoring more than 10.7 points a game, and only two other players are scoring more than 7.6 points per game.

50* Powerhouse Play on Santa Clara -6½ -109

You’ll only find three total losses between both the Sacramento State Hornets (6-1) and the Santa Clara Broncos (9-2). These two squads will go head to head later today.

Only a low-scoring loss to #21 Colorado has kept Sacramento State from a perfect record. While scoring at least 61 points in every other game, the Hornets have held every opponent save for one to 59 points or fewer. Most recently, Sacramento State defeated CSU Fullerton 62-59.

On average, the Hornets are scoring 65 points while allowing 50.4 points per game.

Sacramento State has three players averaging double-digit points per game, but nobody on this team has been able to average more than the 13 points per contest of Joshua Patton.

Santa Clara has played a tougher schedule than their opponent tonight, and they’ve had decent success throughout. Apart from losses to Stanford and Nevada, the Broncos have won nine games while scoring at least 81 points on four occasions.

On average, the Broncos are scoring 78.5 points while allowing 65.6 points per game.

Forward Guglielmo Caruso leads this Santa Clara team with just 11.3 points per game, but he’s been remarkably efficient. On top of shooting 50% from three, Caruso is shooting 70% from the field.

100* Sharp Money Syndicate Play on Kings -8 -109

The NBA’s latest tip of the night will feature the Kings (11-13) hosting the lowly Knicks (5-20) in Sacramento.

Although New York is coming off a win, that victory came by just two points in overtime against the 5-21 Warriors. And while that game was played in Golden State, it was only the Knicks’ second away win of the year. Prior to that victory, New York dropped 10 games in a row.

On average, the Knicks are scoring 101 points while allowing 111.6 points per game.

At the top of New York’s scoring list is Marcus Morris Jr. with just 19 points per game. After Morris and Julius Randle (17 ppg), the Knicks don’t have another scorer putting up more than 14.3 points a game.

Sacramento owns a losing record overall, but a 6-4 record at home. The Kings have also made a huge leap forward lately by winning three straight. The first two wins on that streak came on the road in back-to-back nights when Sacramento upset the Mavericks and Rockets.

On average, the Kings are scoring 105.2 points while allowing 108.3 points.

Guard Buddy Hield leads the way for Sacramento with his 21.5 points per game.

100* Sharp Money Syndicate Play on Colorado -5 -110

Friday evening will feature another in-state rivalry game as the Colorado State Rams (7-5) play host to the #24 Colorado Buffaloes (7-2).

Immediately after earning their ranked status, Colorado dropped contests against #2 Kansas and then Northern Iowa. However, the latter defeat came by just three points. Prior to those losses, the Buffaloes won seven games in a row.

On average, the Buffaloes are scoring 68.6 points while allowing 60.6 points per game.

Although Colorado has experienced a number of different top scorers from game to game, guard Tyler Bey has been the best player on the team. While hitting 41.7% of his threes, Bey has averaged 13 points and 11 rebounds per game.

Colorado State is coming off a four-point win over South Dakota State, but they dropped two contests in a row just prior to that victory. In losses to San Diego State and Boise State, the Rams allowed 75 and 79 points.

On average, the Rams are scoring 71.3 points while allowing 70.9 points per game.

The most consistent player on this Colorado State team has been center Nico Carvacho. While shooting 52.7% from the field, Carvacho is averaging 13.3 points and 9.9 rebounds per game.

50* Powerhouse Play on Pacers/Hawks over222½ -109

If the Pacers (16-9) want to prove they belong in the conversation of Eastern Conference contenders, they need to get a win over the Hawks (6-19) tonight in Atlanta. The over/under is set at 222.5 points.

Indiana is feeling particularly good about themselves after putting up 122 points in a win over Boston. The Pacers are now starting put together strings of wins. While winning nine of their last 12 games, Indiana has scored at least 111 points on seven occasions.

On average, the Pacers are scoring 109.3 points while allowing 105.2 points per game.

Indiana has the luxury of three players scoring at least 18 points per game. Malcolm Brogdon leads the way with 19.5 points per game.

Although they haven’t been successful on many occasions this year, Atlanta has been involved in some high-scoring affairs. The Hawks have scored 118 points or more in three of their last four games, and they’ve allowed 130 points or more in three of their last four games.

On average, the Hawks are scoring 108.9 points while allowing 118.8 points per game.

Trae Young has been a scoring machine for Atlanta all year. In addition to his 8.6 assists, Young is averaging 27.9 points per game.

100* Sharp Money Syndicate Play on Spurs -10½ -109

It’s been a down year for the Spurs (9-14), but the Cavaliers (5-19) have been significantly worse this year. Tonight, these teams will go head to head in San Antonio.

Cleveland will be playing on the second night of a back-to-back after falling to the Rockets yesterday. That defeat marks the eighth in a row for the Cavaliers. In each of their last five road games, Cleveland has been blown out by 18 points or more.

On average, the Cavaliers are scoring 102.6 points while allowing 113.2 points per game.

Cleveland hasn’t had a single player put up more than 24 points in a game since November 23rd when Jordan Clarkson managed 28 points.

San Antonio is putting together a solid stretch of performances recently. Including a pair of overtime games, the Spurs have now won three of their last four. Over that stretch, San Antonio has impressive victories over the Clippers and Rockets.

On average, the Spurs are scoring 111.7 points while allowing 115.4 points per game.

The All-Star duo of LaMarcus Aldridge and DeMar DeRozan lead the way for San Antonio. While Aldridge is putting up 18.9 points per game, DeRozan is scoring 21.4 points per game.

100* Sharp Money Syndicate Play on Iowa State -3½ -110

One of the fiercest rivalries in college sports will experience another chapter this evening as the Iowa State Cyclones (6-3) host the Iowa Hawkeyes (7-3) on the hardwood.

Iowa concluded a four-game winning streak with an impressive victory over #12 Texas Tech, but they haven’t been great since then. Over their past four games, the Hawkeyes have lost twice. After a 10-point loss to San Diego State, Iowa allowed 103 in a loss to #4 Michigan.

On average, the Hawkeyes are scoring 79.6 points while allowing 70.7 points per game.

Iowa relies on center Luka Garza for the majority of the offense. While shooting 55% from the field, Garza is averaging 22.5 points and 9.8 rebounds per game.

Iowa State has won three of their last four, and was able to avenge one of their three losses in the process. Just 10 days after losing an 84-76 games to #13 Seton Hall, the Cyclones won the rematch by a score of 76-66. Iowa State has scored 70 points or more in every game this season.

On average, the Cyclones are scoring 82 points while allowing 70.4 points per game.

Iowa State spreads the scoring more so than their opponents, but they count on the 16.2 points per game of Tyrese Haliburton and the 15.3 points per game of Rasir Bolton.

50* Powerhouse Play on North Dakota State -3 -109

The North Dakota State Bison (6-4) will go on the road this evening for a contest against the CSU Northridge Matadors (2-8).

North Dakota State enters tonight’s game as winners of two of their last three. After taking down Idaho by a score of 70-53, the Bison recovered from a loss to Indiana State to defeat East Tennessee State by a score of 78-68. North Dakota State has held three opponents to 53 points or fewer.

On average, the Bison are scoring 68.1 points while allowing 62.6 points per game.

Both Vinnie Shahid and Tyson Ward are averaging double-digit points for North Dakota State. While Shahid is putting up 13.4 points, Ward is adding 12.1 points per game.

After starting the year with seven straight losses, CSU Northridge won back-to-back contests over Fresno State and Portland. However, the Matadors won one of those games by just one, and they most recently returned to their losing ways by falling to Portland State.

On average, the Matadors are scoring 70.2 points while allowing 84.2 points per game.

Northridge funnels most of their offense through Terrell Gomez, who’s averaging 22.6 points per game. After him, only one other player is scoring more than 8.6 points per game.

100* Sharp Money Syndicate Play on Missouri State -8 -109

With a win at home this evening, the Missouri State Bears (5-5) would earn themselves a winning record. To do so, they’ll have to get by the visiting Arkansas State Red Wolves (7-2).

Thus far, Arkansas State has had decent success against a relatively weak schedule. However, each of the Red Wolves’ last three wins have come by five points or fewer. Against Ole Miss and Stephen F. Austin, Arkansas State was outplayed by significant margins.

On average, the Red Wolves are scoring 69.1 points while allowing 66.8 points per game.

Only two Arkansas State players are scoring double-digit points per game. The team’s third scorer, Marquis Eaton, is putting up 9.9 points a game while shooting just 32.1% from the field.

Missouri State will be at home for tonight’s contest, where they boast a record of 4-1. Most recently, the Bears won back-to-back home games over Murray State and Mississippi Valley State. And four of Missouri State’s five losses have come by four points or fewer.

On average, the Bears are scoring 68.4 points while allowing 65.1 points per game.

Missouri State has three players scoring 11.1 points per game or more. Leading the way is Keandre Cook, who’s averaging 17 points per contest while shooting 43.4% from three.

50* Powerhouse Play on Rockets -11 -109

The Cavaliers (5-18) have been one of the worst teams in the NBA. Tonight, they’ll be hosting the Rockets (15-8) in Cleveland.

Houston has won four of their last six games, and their two losses over that stretch have come by way of a one-point game against Sacramento and a two-point, double-overtime game against San Antonio. The Rockets have scored 115 points or more in each of their last eight contests.

On average, the Rockets are scoring 120.4 points while allowing 115.1 points per game.

James Harden continues to put up MVP-level numbers for Houston. Thus far, Harden is averaging 38 points per game. Russell Westbrook is adding another 22.4 points per contest.

Cleveland is currently suffering through a seven-game losing streak, which is separated from a six-game losing streak by only a single win over Portland. The Cavs have failed to score more than 94 points in any of their last four games.

On average, the Cavaliers are scoring 102.3 points while allowing 113 points per game.

Scoring has been an issue in Cleveland, which is exemplified by the fact that Collin Sexton leads the team with just 17.3 points per game.

50* Powerhouse Play on Celtics +1½ -109

The Pacers (15-9) are aiming to prove they’re a real threat in the Eastern Conference. They’ll have a chance to do so this evening when they host the Celtics (17-5) in Indiana.

Boston may be on the road for tonight’s contest, but they’re taking a four-game winning streak with them. While racking up those four wins, the Celtics scored at least 108 points in each and held their opponents to 95 points or fewer in three of the four games.

On average, the Celtics are scoring 110.6 points while allowing 102.8 points per game.

Kemba Walker leads this Boston team with 21.8 points per game, but both Jayson Tatum and Jaylen Brown are putting up 20 points or more of their own. Gordon Hayward is fourth on the team in scoring with 18.3 points per game.

Indiana is 9-3 at home, but they’re coming off a home defeat against the Clippers by a score of 110-99. Additionally, the Pacers have lost two of their last three with only a one-point win over the Knicks separating losses against Los Angeles and Detroit.

On average, the Pacers are scoring 108.8 points while allowing 104.7 points per game.

Malcolm Brogdon leads the way in Indiana with 19.1 points per game, meaning the Pacers don’t have a single player putting up 20 points a game.

100* Sharp Money Syndicate Play on Lakers -6½ -110

The Magic (11-12) can get back to .500 with a win tonight, but to do so they’ll have to get by the Lakers (21-3), whom they host in Orlando.

Los Angeles has lost only three times all season, and only one of those defeats has been on the road. Since falling by four to Dallas, the Lakers have won four straight. Los Angeles scored 121 points or more in three of those contests, and held their opponent to 96 points in two of them.

On average, the Lakers are scoring 114.5 points while allowing 104.6 points per game.

Both Anthony Davis and LeBron James are having big years on the offensive end. While Davis is averaging 27.7 points and nine rebounds, James is averaging 25.9 points and 10.8 assists per game.

The good news for Orlando is that they own a record of 8-4 at home. The bad news for this Magic squad is that they’re coming off a 110-101 loss to Milwaukee and now face a star-studded Lakers team. Offensively, Orlando has scored 101 points or fewer in four of their last six games.

On average, the Magic are scoring 103 points while allowing 103 points per game.

Evan Fournier leads the Magic with 20 points per game, but only he and Nikola Vucevic are scoring more than 13.7 points per contest for Orlando.

100* Sharp Money Syndicate Play on Knicks/Blazers over219 -110

In search of just their second road victory of the season, the Knicks (4-19) will head into Portland for a showdown with the Trail Blazers (9-15). The over/under is set at 219 points.

New York has lost nine in a row, and it’s largely because they’ve struggled to stop anyone on the defensive end. On top of allowing 109 points or more in six of those nine contests, the Knicks gave up 126 or more on three occasions. In their most recent road game, New York allowed 132 points to Milwaukee.

On average, the Knicks are scoring 100.6 points while allowing 111 points per game.

Offensively, Marcus Morris is carrying much of the load. On the season, Morris is averaging 18.6 points per game. Julius Randle is contributing another 16.7 points per game.

Portland has lost three of its last four, but has won four of its last seven. In two of those three losses, the Blazers allowed 117 points or more. In three of those four wins, Portland scored at least 117 points and put up 136 against Oklahoma City.

On average, the Blazers are scoring 112.7 points while allowing 115.4 points per game.

Damian Lillard and CJ McCollum continue to lead the Blazers in scoring. While Lillard is averaging 26.7 points per contest, McCollum is adding another 22 points.

100* Sharp Money Syndicate Play on Nevada +8½ -110

Both the Nevada Wolf Pack (7-3) and the BYU Cougars (7-4) have earned seven wins so far this season. One of the two will make it eight wins tonight when these teams go head to head.

After starting the season with three losses in their first five games, Nevada has gone undefeated over their last five contests. The Wolf Pack have scored at least 74 points in each of those wins, and racked up 98 points or more on two occasions thus far.

On average, the Wolf Pack are scoring 79.6 points while allowing 71.9 points per game.

Nevada has the luxury of having two big-time scorers on the roster. While hitting 48.1% of his shots from beyond the arc, Jazz Johnson is scoring 18.3 points per game. Jalen Harris is adding another 17.8 points per contest.

BYU won their most recent contest by taking down UNLV, but they’ve lost two of their last five games. After being beaten 71-56 by #4 Kansas, the Cougars dropped an overtime game against Utah by seven.

On average, the Cougars are scoring 77.7 points while allowing 69.6 points per game.

BYU forward Yoeli Childs leads the team in scoring with 21 points per game, but he’s only played two games so far this year. Jake Toolson is scoring 15.3 points per contest.

50* Powerhouse Play on Penn State +1½ -105

To this points, the #4 Maryland Terrapins (10-0) are undefeated. Tonight, they’ll go on the road for a clash with the Penn State Nittany Lions (7-2).

Maryland has yet to drop any contest this year, but it hasn’t been easy. Three of the Terrapins’ victories have come by seven points of fewer, including games against Harvard and Temple. Most recently, Maryland defeated Illinois by a score of 59-58.

On average, the Terrapins are scoring 77.9 points while allowing 60.8 points per game.

While four Maryland players are scoring double-digit points per game, only one of them is shooting better than 31.6% from beyond the arc. Anthony Cowan Jr. leads the team with 16.6 points per game.

Penn State has only suffered two losses all season long, one of which came against #6 Ohio State. Apart from a two-point win over Yale, the Nittany Lions have earned every other win by a comfortable margin.

On average, the Nittany Lions are scoring 79.9 points while allowing 66.7 points per game.

Myreon Jones is Penn State’s second-leading scorer with 13.1 points per game. Jones offers a dangerous game that includes a 40.8% shooting proficiency from the three-point line.

50* Powerhouse Play on Rockets -12 -109

While the Rockets (15-7) have aspirations of earning a trip to the NBA Finals, the Kings (9-13) are much less of a threat. Tonight, these two teams will face off in Houston.

Sacramento was able to take down Dallas by four points yesterday, but they previously lost three straight to the Bulls, Trail Blazers, and Spurs. While only managing to score 106 points or fewer in two of those losses, the Kings gave up 113 to Chicago and 127 to Portland.

On average, the Kings are scoring 105.1 points while allowing 108.5 points per game.

Sacramento doesn’t have the luxury of having an MVP candidate. Instead, they’re led by the 21.2 points per game of guard Buddy Hield.

Houston enters tonight’s game as winners of four of their last five, with their only loss over that stretch coming by two points in an overtime contest against San Antonio. Three of those four wins for Houston have come by 10 points or more.

On average, the Rockets are scoring 120.5 points while allowing 114.9 points per game.

In addition to James Harden’s 38.5 points per game, the Rockets are getting 21.9 points per game from Russell Westbrook.

100* Sharp Money Syndicate Play on Kings/Rockets over228 -109

The Rockets (15-7) sit just 0.5 games back of Dallas in the Southwest. If Houston can defend their home court against the visiting Kings (9-13), they’ll have a chance to move into the lead. The over/under is set at 228 points.

After three straight losses to Chicago, Portland, and San Antonio, Sacramento defeated Luka Doncic and the Mavericks yesterday. In addition to scoring 110 or more in two of their last three games, the Kings have allowed 113 points or more in two of their last three.

On average, the Kings are scoring 105.1 points while allowing 108.5 points per game.

In 34 minutes per game, guard Buddy Hield leads the Kings with 21.2 points per contest. Sacramento may also have a new scoring threat in Nemanja Bjelica, who dropped 30 against Dallas yesterday.

In addition to owning a 9-2 record at home, Houston has won four of its last five contests. Including a 135-133 loss to San Antonio, James Harden has scored 50 points or more in two of his last three games. As a team, the Rockets have put up 133 and 158 points in two of their last four games.

On average, the Rockets are scoring 120.5 points while allowing 114.9 points per game.

Harden continues to lead the Rockets with his MVP-pace of 38.5 points per game.

100* Sharp Money Syndicate Play on Iowa State -1 -105

For the second straight game, the #16 Seton Hall Pirates (6-2) will take on the Iowa State Cyclones (5-3).

Seton Hall last played on November 29th, when they defeated the Cyclones 84-76. While that game was on the Pirates’ home floor, this time the contest will take place in Iowa. Seton Hall has dropped games against #3 Michigan State and #11 Oregon so far this year.

On average, the Pirates are scoring 82 points while allowing 65.5 points per game.

Although Seton Hall has a proven scorer in Myles Powell, who’s averaging 23.4 points per game, they only have two players putting up double-digit points per game.

While Seton Hall has yet to play since their previous meeting, Iowa State followed up the defeat to the Pirates with a win over UMKC. The Cyclones have now won two of their last three, including a 104-89 victory over Alabama.

On average, the Cyclones are scoring 82.8 points while allowing 71 points per game.

Iowa State is stocked up on scorers, as six different Cyclones are scoring at least 9.6 points per game. With 16.1 points per game on 52.1% shooting from the field, guard Tyrese Haliburton leads the way.

50* Powerhouse Play on Gonzaga -2½ -110

One of today’s two games between a pair of ranked opponents will feature the #22 Washington Huskies (7-1) playing host to the #9 Gonzaga Bulldogs (9-1).

Gonzaga’s lone loss of the season came against Michigan at the end of November. Since then, the Bulldogs have only played once – a 101-62 win over Texas Southern. Gonzaga has been an offensive juggernaut for much of the year by scoring 94 points or more in five of their 10 games played.

On average, the Bulldogs are scoring 86.2 points while allowing 63.9 points per game.

Seven Gonzaga players are scoring at least 9.3 points per game, and three of them are averaging at least 13.4 points and four rebounds per game. While shooting 53.2% from the field, Filip Petrusev is leading the team with 15.7 points per game.

Washington has only faced one ranked opponent this year. In the season opener, the Huskies defeated #16 Baylor by a score of 67-64. Two games later, Washington fell to Tennessee by a score of 75-62.

On average, the Huskies are scoring 72.9 points while allowing 62.3 points per game.

Only three Washington players are averaging double-digit points per game. Forward Isaiah Stewart is leading the team with 16.5 points per game.

50* Powerhouse Play on Wizards +7½ -109

The big chink in the armor for the Clippers (16-7) is their 3-6 record on the road. They’ll try to improve that mark today when they go into Washington D.C. to take on the Wizards (7-14).

Each of Los Angeles’ last four defeats have come on the road. Most recently, the Clippers have lost two of their last four games. In both of those defeats, Los Angeles could only muster 97 and 91 points while giving up 107 or more to San Antonio and then Milwaukee.

On average, the Clippers are scoring 114.4 points while allowing 108.3 points per game.

Although Kawhi Leonard leads the team with 24.5 points per game, he led the Clippers with only 19 and 17 points in those two recent road losses.

Washington most recently dropped a 112-103 contest against Miami, but that game was on the road. Prior to that defeat, the Wizards took down a strong Philadelphia team by a score of 119-113 while at home. Washington has scored 119 or more in four of its last five home games.

On average, the Wizards are scoring 118.1 points while allowing 121.9 points per game.

While hitting 46% of his shots from the field, guard Bradley Beal is leading this Wizards squad with 28.3 points per game.

100* Sharp Money Syndicate Play on Hornets -2 -110

A pair of teams with losing records will go head to head in a late afternoon tip when the Hornets (9-15) host the Hawks (5-17) in Charlotte.

Atlanta has been poor pretty much everywhere, but especially on the road where they own a record of 2-9. In fact, the Hawks have lost seven away games in a row. If not for Monday’s win against the Warriors, Atlanta would be on an 11-game losing streak.

On average, the Hawks are scoring 108 points while allowing 117.8 points per game.

Atlanta has been dreadful on the defensive end of the floor. In eight of their last 12 games, the Hawks have allowed 122 points or more. And they’ve allowed 150 or more in two of them.

Charlotte will be at home, where they’ve earned five of their nine wins. The Hornets have hit a decent stretch of performances by winning three out of their last six. Charlotte recently held Golden State to 91 in a comfortable win.

On average, the Hornets are scoring 105.4 points while allowing 112.8 points per game.

With 33 and 29-point performances, Devonte Graham has led Charlotte in scoring in each of their last two games. On the season, Graham is averaging 19.1 points and 7.8 assists per game.

100* Sharp Money Syndicate Play on Siena -6½ -109

Through eight games, the Cal Poly Mustangs (1-7) have only one win. The Siena Saints (2-4) haven’t been much better. Tonight, these two teams will go head to head.

Siena has lost three in a row, but Yale needed three overtimes to earn their victory and the Saints fell to Harvard by only three points. Prior to those losses, Siena took on St. Bonaventure and won by a score of 78-65. Siena has held their opponents to 65 points or fewer in two of their last four games.

On average, the Saints are scoring 74 points and allowing 76.2 points per game.

Four Siena Saints are scoring 14 points per game or more. Three of those four players are averaging at least 16 points per game. Elijah Burns leads the way with 16.3 points per contest while hitting 44.4% of his shots from beyond the arc and 58.6% of his shots from the field.

In addition to losing all but one game this year, Cal Poly is currently on a five-game losing streak. The Mustangs allowed 79 points or more in each one of those defeats. Cal Poly has allowed 74 points or more in every loss they’ve suffered this season.

On average, the Mustangs are scoring 67.1 points while allowing 76.3 points per game.

Cal Poly doesn’t have a single player averaging more than Junior Ballard’s 12.4 points per game.

50* Powerhouse Play on Marquette +1½ -110

A late college basketball tip off will feature two good teams when the Marquette Golden Eagles (6-2) go on the road to face the Kansas State Wildcats (5-2).

Marquette has won four of their last five games, with their lone loss over that period coming against #5 Maryland. The Golden Eagles scored 73 points or more in three of those four victories, and they put up 101 in a win over USC. Most recently, Marquette defeated Jacksonville by a score of 75-56.

On average, the Golden Eagles are scoring 74 points while allowing 66.1 points per game.

Guard Markus Howard is hitting 44.3% of his three-point attempts on the way to a team-high 26 points per game. In the Jacksonville game, Sacar Anim led the way with 19 points.

Kansas State has only dropped two games, but those defeats came in back-to-back fashion against Pittsburgh and Bradley just before a win over Florida A&M in their most recent contest. Kansas State has only scored 62 points or fewer in three of their last four games.

On average, the Wildcats are scoring 65.3 points while allowing 58.4 points per game.

Beyond Xavier Sneed and Cartier Diarra, no Kansas State player is scoring more than 8.4 points per game.

100* Sharp Money Syndicate Play on Suns/Rockets under241½ -109

If the Suns (10-11) can manage to upset the Rockets (14-7) in Houston, they’ll earn themselves a .500 record. The over/under is set at 241.5 points.

Phoenix has recently won two of its last three games. Although their most recent contest was settled in overtime, the Suns defeated the Pelicans by a score of 139-132 for 271 total points. However, Phoenix hasn’t scored more than 114 points in three of their last four contests.

On average, the Suns are scoring 115.6 points while allowing 114.1 points per game.

Guard Devin Booker leads the Suns in scoring with 25 points per game, and he’s coming off one of his best performances of the season. Against New Orleans, Booker dropped 44 points to help his team to victory.

Scoring points is almost never a probably for Houston, especially at home where they’re 8-2 on the year. Only a two-point loss to San Antonio is keeping the Rockets from winning four straight. Houston has failed to score more than 119 points in two of their last four games.

On average, the Rockets are scoring 120.8 points while allowing 115.2 points per game.

James Harden just doesn’t stop scoring. Thus far, his 38.7 points per game lead the NBA. However, Harden was held to just 23 points against Toronto two days ago.

50* Powerhouse Play on Pacific +1 -110

This college basketball season has offered two very different beginnings for the Pacific Tigers (8-3) and the Long Beach State 49ers (3-6). These two teams will go head to head today.

It took Boise State three overtimes to take down Pacific on November 23rd. If that result had gone the Tigers’ way, they would now be winners of seven in a row. Instead, Pacific is currently riding a three-game winning streak in which they held every opponent to 59 points or fewer.

On average, the Tigers are scoring 69.7 points while allowing 58.7 points per game.

While Pacific’s general formula for winning revolves around a strong defensive effort, they have two solid scorers. Jahlil Tripp is scoring 12.5 points per game while shooting 50.5% from the field, and Justin Moore is hitting 50% of his threes on his way to 10.7 points per game.

Long Beach State hasn’t yet strung together two straight wins. Most recently, the 49ers have lost two in a row and three out of their last four. In each of those three losses, Long Beach State allowed 88 points or more.

On average, the 49ers are scoring 71.1 points while allowing 79.1 points per game.

Chance Hunter is Long Beach State’s best scoring threat by averaging 15.8 points per game. However, only one of the 49ers’ top four scorers are shooting better than 30.8% from three.

50* Powerhouse Play on George Washington +2 -109

Through nine games played, the Delaware Blue Hens (9-0) are undefeated. Today, they’ll attempt to make it 10 out of 10 with a contest against the George Washington Colonials (4-5).

Although Delaware hasn’t dropped a game, they haven’t played the toughest of competition. The Blue Hens only managed narrow victories over the likes of Oakland and Southern Illinois. Most recently, Delaware defeated Columbia by a score of 84-76.

On average, the Blue Hens are scoring 77.1 points while allowing 63 points per game.

Only four Delaware players are scoring more than seven points per game, and only five Blue Hens are scoring more than just 2.9 points per game.

After kicking off the season with only a single win out of five games, George Washington has been victorious in three out of their last four. The Colonials held their opponent to 63 points in two of those three wins. Most recently, George Washington defeated Boston University by a point.

On average, the Colonials are scoring 67.1 points while allowing 68.1 points per game.

George Washington employs a host of offensive talent. Thus far, five Colonials are scoring 10.2 points or more. Guard Armel Potter is tops on the team with 14 points per game.

50* Powerhouse Play on UC-Santa Barbara +6 -109

A contest between the UC-Santa Barbara Gauchos (5-3) and Texas-Arlington Mavericks (4-5) will take place in the middle of the afternoon today.

Santa Barbara is just 1-2 on the road, but they’re currently riding the momentum of a four-game winning streak. Along the way, the Gauchos have shown they can win in a number of ways. In addition to holding opponents to 62 points or fewer in three games, Santa Barbara has put up 81 points or more in four games.

On average, the Gauchos are scoring 74 points while allowing 69.5 points per game.

Santa Barbara can call on four players for points at any time. Leading the pack is forward Amadou Sow, who’s averaging 15 points per game while shooting 52.9% from the field. Three of those top four scorers are shooting 50% or better from the field.

UT Arlington has earned a losing record by dropping five of their last seven games. The Mavericks allowed 72 points or more in three of those defeats. Most recently, UT Arlington fell to North Texas by a score of 77-66.

On average, the Mavericks are scoring 69.8 points while allowing 66.4 points per game.

Only two Arlington players are averaging double-digit points per game, and only three Mavericks are scoring more than 7.2 points per game.

50* Powerhouse Play on St Bonaventure -2½ -110

The St. Bonaventure Bonnies (4-4) will aim to defend their home court this afternoon when they host the Hofstra Pride (6-3).

Hofstra enters today’s contest as winners of two straight after losing to San Diego by a score of 79-69. The biggest issue facing the Pride is how open they can be on defense. Out of their nine games played, Hofstra has allowed 74 points or more on five occasions.

On average, the Pride are scoring 82 points while allowing 72 points per game.

After the five Hofstra players who are scoring at least 10 points a game, there’s a sharp drop off in offensive production. The sixth man on the Pride is averaging just five points per contest.

St. Bonaventure has recovered from a difficult start to the season with three wins out of their last three. After a tight, defensive victory over Mercer, the Bonnies used 70 and 71-point performances to win their next two. St. Bonaventure has allowed 64 points or fewer in four straight contests.

On average, the Bonnies are scoring 63.9 points while allowing 64.4 points per game.

Leading the Bonnies on offense is guard Kyle Lofton, who’s averaging 13.3 points and 5.3 assists per game. Dominick Welch has added another 12.3 points a game.

50* Powerhouse Play on Lakers/Blazers over221½ -110

Through 22 games played, the Lakers (19-3) have suffered only three losses. Tonight, the Trail Blazers (9-13) will try to hand them one more defeat in Portland. The over/under is set at 221.5 points.

Los Angeles’ 10-game winning streak was ended by Dallas at the start of December, but the Lakers have recovered nicely with back-to-back wins over Denver and Utah. The Lakers have been proficient on offense, scoring at least 114 points in four of their last six games.

On average, the Lakers are scoring 112.3 points while allowing 103.3 points per game.

The star duo of LeBron James and Anthony Davis has been nearly unbeatable this season. While Davis is averaging 26 points and 9.1 rebounds per game, James is averaging 25.4 points and 10.8 assists per game.

The Blazers are just recently finding their form after a disappointing opening stretch. Portland has won four of their last five games while scoring at least 117 points in three of those victories. Portland has scored 127 points or more in three of their last seven games.

On average, the Blazers are scoring 113.5 points while allowing 114.8 points per game.

Damian Lillard and CJ McCollum offer their own star duo. While Lillard is averaging 26.6 points per game, McCollum is adding another 22.4 points per game.

100* Sharp Money Syndicate Play on Magic -3 -110

Despite a poor road record of 2-7, a win over the Cavaliers (5-15) in Cleveland this evening would earn the Magic (10-11) a .500 record for the season.

Orlando seems to be getting it together after a 2-6 start to the year. Coming into tonight’s contest, the Magic are winners of their last three and four of their last five. Each of those four wins have come by four points or more, and Orlando has scored at least 116 points in three of them.

On average, the Magic are scoring 103.5 points per game while allowing 103.4 points per game.

Evan Fournier has come on very strong as a scoring threat lately, as he’s led the Magic in scoring in four of their last five games. On the season, Fournier is scoring 19.8 points per game.

Cleveland has only managed victories in a quarter of their games so far this year, and their current run of four straight losses hasn’t helped in that endeavor. While the first of those losses came by just two, each of the remaining three defeats came by a margin of nine points or more.

On average, the Cavaliers are scoring 104.2 points while allowing 112.8 points per game.

Cleveland continues to struggle for offense. Collin Sexton leads the team with his 18.1 points per game.

100* Sharp Money Syndicate Play on Providence +2 -109

The Providence Friars (5-4) need a win this evening on the road over the Rhode Island Rams (5-3) if they’ll keep hold of their winning record.

Providence finally stopped the bleeding of a three-game losing streak in their most recent contest by taking down Pepperdine in an 80-77 contest. The Friars have now scored 75 points or more in five of their nine games played. Defensively, Providence has allowed 66 points or fewer in six games this season.

On average, the Friars are scoring 75.7 points while allowing 63.2 points per game.

Apart from hitting threes (21.2%), Alpha Diallo does it all for this Providence team. Thus far, Diallo is averaging 13.2 points and 8.9 rebounds per game, both of which lead the squad. David Duke is adding another 12.9 points a game.

Rhode Island owns the better record of tonight’s two opponents, but they’ve dropped two of their past three games. After falling to LSU by 13, the Rams beat Manhattan and then lost to West Virginia by five. Rhode Island has allowed 86 points or more in two of their last three games.

On average, the Rams are scoring 73.9 points while allowing 71.9 points per game.

Rhode Island is led by the 21.1 points per game of Fatts Russell.

100* Sharp Money Syndicate Play on Northern Illinois +15 -110

The St. Mary’s Gaels (8-1) have only suffered a single loss on the season. The visiting Northern Illinois Huskies (6-2) will attempt to hand the Gaels their second defeat.

After starting off the season with back-to-back losses against Northern Iowa and Iowa State, Northern Illinois has won six in a row. On that streak, the Huskies have scored at least 81 points on three occasions. Northern Illinois has also held three opponents to 50 points or fewer.

On average, the Huskies are scoring 72 points while allowing 61.8 points per game.

Northern Illinois only has three players scoring nine points a game or more, but they have one very talented scorer in Eugene German. On the season, German is averaging 21.4 points a game while shooting 37.9% from beyond the arc.

St. Mary’s kicked off the season with a two-point overtime win against Wisconsin before falling to Winthrop. Since then, the Gaels have won seven in a row. However, five of their seven wins have come by 11 points or fewer, and St. Mary’s is giving Northern Illinois 15 points tonight.

On average, the Gaels are scoring 76.9 points while allowing 61.6 points per game.

After St. Mary’s top three scorers, no player is averaging more than 7.8 points per game. Jordan Ford leads the way with 21.1 points per contest.

100* Sharp Money Syndicate Play on Pelicans -3 -109

The Suns (9-11) have let their strong start to the season slip away. Tonight, they’ll be on the road to take on the Pelicans (6-15) in New Orleans.

Since winning five of their first seven games, Phoenix has fallen back down to earth. More recently, the Suns have lost four of their last five and seven of their last nine. Phoenix has allowed 120 points or more in five of those seven losses.

On average, the Suns are scoring 114.4 points while allowing 113.3 points per game.

In their past five games, Phoenix’ leading scorer hasn’t been able to put up more than 27 points. Devin Booker continues to lead the Suns with 24.1 points per game.

The Pelicans have won only six games this season, but four of them have come at home. New Orleans has lost six games in a row, but they’ve recently faced a particularly difficult schedule, and have lost four of those games by eight points or fewer.

On average, the Pelicans are scoring 113.7 points while allowing 118.8 points per game.

Brandon Ingram and Jrue Holiday remain consistent scorers for new Orleans. Ingram is scoring 25.4 points and Holiday is adding 19.3 points per game.

50* Powerhouse Play on Santa Clara +7 -110

The Santa Clara Broncos (8-1) have been one of the hottest teams in the nation to start the year. Tonight, they’ll be on the road to take on the Nevada Wolf Pack (5-3).

Only an 82-64 loss to Stanford has blemished the record of Santa Clara throughout the early section of the season. The Broncos have rarely been tested otherwise, winning each of their seven other games by eight points or more. Most recently, Santa Clara defeated CSU Fullerton by a score of 70-55.

On average, the Broncos are scoring 80.6 points while allowing 63.6 points per game.

While nobody on the Santa Clara roster is winning any scoring records, five players are scoring at least 9.8 points per game. Two Broncos are shooting 50% or better from three.

Nevada has won each of their last three contests, but they dropped the two previous games to Davidson and USC. Each of those two losses came by at least 10 points. Two of Nevada’s wins have come by seven points or fewer.

On average, the Wolf Pack are scoring 74.8 points while allowing 70.9 points per game.

After the four Nevada players scoring 10 points or more per game, the next leading scorers for the Wolf Pack are averaging 4.6 points per game.

50* Powerhouse Play on Weber State +6 -109

As the Weber State Wildcats (1-5) go on the road in search of their second win of the season, the Utah Valley Wolverines (4-5) will play host.

Weber State’s lone win of the season came against West Coast Baptist, but they put up 130 in that contest. Since then, the Wildcats have lost to Wright State, Murray State, and Northeastern. Two of those Weber State defeats came by a margin of 11 points or fewer.

On average, the Wildcats are scoring 69 points while allowing 71.7 points per game.

Either Jerrick Harding or Cody John has led Weber State in scoring in all but one of their games so far this year. Harding is averaging 17 points per game, and John is adding another 12.5 points per contest.

After starting the season with three wins out of four, Utah Valley has now lost four of its last five. The Wolverines’ only win over the latter stretch came by six points against North Dakota State. Utah Valley has lost by at least six points in three of their past five games.

On average, the Wolverines are scoring 70.3 points while allowing 69.8 points per game.

Utah Valley’s biggest weakness is their lack of ability from behind the three-point line. Only one player on the entire roster is shooting better than 37.5% from beyond the arc, and the top two scorers on the team are hitting 28.6% or fewer of their threes.

50* Powerhouse Play on Boise State +5½ -109

Both the Boise State Broncos (4-2) and New Mexico Lobos (7-2) have suffered only two losses so far this season. Tonight, these two clubs will take on one another.

Boise State has three fewer wins than tonight’s competition, but they’ve played three fewer games. Before taking down UNC Wilmington, Pacific, and BYU, the Broncos dropped games to UC Irvine and #15 Oregon. Boise State has scored 70 points or more in five of their six games.

On average, the Broncos are scoring 82.5 points while allowing 71.2 points per game.

Boise State can boast three players scoring at least 14.8 points per game. While guard Derrick Alston leads the way with 21.8 points per game, forward RJ Williams is adding 15.8 points and nine rebounds per contest while shooting 68.5% from the field.

New Mexico started off the year with four-straight wins, and has since lost two of their last five. After a three-point loss to UTEP, the Lobos never had a chance in an 84-59 defeat at the hands of #18 Auburn. Most recently, New Mexico beat both Wisconsin and Montana by nine.

On average, the Lobos are scoring 78.1 points while allowing 71 points per game.

Only JaQuan Lyle is scoring more than 11.9 points per game for the Lobos. Thus far, Lyle is averaging 16.8 points per game.

100* Sharp Money Syndicate Play on Heat/Celtics under213 -109

The Celtics (14-5) have yet to lose at home, and they’ll be putting that record on the line tonight as they host the Heat (15-5) in Boston. The over/under is set at 213 points.

Miami has been very good lately, dropping only two contests out of their last 11. The Heat can attribute much of that success to solid defense. Over their last 12 games, Miami has allowed 100 points or fewer on five occasions, and 106 points or fewer seven times.

On average, the Heat are scoring 111.9 points while allowing 105.4 points per game.

While Jimmy Butler is scoring 19 points per game, Miami doesn’t have any other player putting up at least 16 points per contest.

Boston has earned a flawless home record of 7-0 largely through defense. While at home, the Celtics have allowed more than 106 points just twice this season. In their last nine games, Boston has allowed more than 104 points three times.

On average, the Celtics are scoring 110.7 points while allowing 104.5 points per game.

Boston relies on five players to do the vast majority of the scoring. After those five, no Celtics player is scoring more than 7.8 points per game.

50* Powerhouse Play on Warriors +5 -109

The Warriors (4-18) currently own the worst record in the NBA. They’ll have a chance to improve that record tonight when they take on the Hornets (8-14) in Charlotte.

After picking up win No. 4 against Chicago, Golden State dropped three games in a row. Three of the Warriors’ last five losses have come by four points or fewer, and one of those was against Utah. Golden State will be facing lesser competition than that tonight.

On average, the Warriors are scoring 105.5 points while allowing 115.1 points per game.

In the absence of Steph Curry and D’Angelo Russell, the Warriors have to rely on the likes of Eric Paschall, who’s scoring 17.3 points per game. Paschall has recently led the team in scoring alongside Glenn Robinson III (11.6 ppg).

Apart from a pair of wins over lowly Detroit to end November, the Hornets have lost each of their other last seven games. Most recently, Charlotte was demolished in a 137-96 game against Milwaukee before losing to Phoenix in a 109-104 contest.

On average, the Hornets are scoring 105.4 points while allowing 113.8 points.

Charlotte doesn’t have a better scorer than Devonte Parker, who’s putting up 18 points per game. Terry Rozier is adding another 17.3 points per game.

100* Sharp Money Syndicate Play on Florida Atlantic -3½ -109

After tonight’s contest between the Canisius Golden Griffins (4-3) and the Florida Atlantic Owls (4-4), only one team will be above .500.

After dropping their two opening games of the season, Canisius earned their way to a positive record with a four-game winning streak. However, the Golden Griffins are just 1-2 on the road. Most recently, Canisius lost to Hofstra by a score of 64-57.

On average, the Golden Griffins are scoring 70.9 points while allowing 70 points per game.

Malik Johnson leads the team with 14.4 points per game, and Majesty Brandon is adding another 11.3 points per game. After those two players, nobody else on Canisius is averaging double-digit points per game.

Florida Atlantic has only lost one of their five home games, and that came on the second night of a back-to-back. Before being defeated by St. Bonaventure, the Owls won three of their last four, and the lone loss came by two in overtime.

On average, the Owls are scoring 73.4 points while allowing 74.3 points per game.

All four of FAU’s top scorers are proficient from three-point range. Guard Cornelius Taylor leads the way with 12.9 points per game while hitting 41.9% of his shots from beyond the arc, and all three other scorers are shooting 41.7% or better from three.

50* Powerhouse Play on Vanderbilt -2 -109

Another matchup between two winning teams will take place this evening when the Vanderbilt Commodores (5-2) play host to the Buffalo Bulls (5-2).

Buffalo has won three in a row and five of their last six, but they’re yet to play a game on their opponent’s home floor. This will be the Bulls’ first proper away fixture. Buffalo has allowed at least 70 points in every game apart from the season opener.

On average, the Bulls are scoring 81 points while allowing 74.1 points per game.

Jayvon Graves leads Buffalo in scoring with 17.7 points per game. After Graves, Davonta Jordan is averaging 13.4 points per game while hitting 48.5% of his shots from beyond the arc.

Vanderbilt is 5-2 overall, and 5-1 at home. That lone loss on their home floor came against Tulsa in a 67-58 contest. The only other loss Vanderbilt has suffered this season came by one point in an overtime game against Richmond. Vanderbilt has scored 83 points or more on four occasions.

On average, the Commodores are scoring 81.3 points per game while allowing 70.4 points per game.

Through seven games, Vanderbilt has one of the leading scorers in the nation in Aaron Nesmith. Thus far, Nesmith is averaging 23.7 points per game while hitting 54% of his threes and 54.2% of his field goals.

100* Sharp Money Syndicate Play on Mavs/Pelicans under233½ -109

After ending the Lakers’ winning streak, the Mavericks (13-6) will head into New Orleans for a showdown with the Pelicans (6-14) this evening. The over/under is set at 233.5 points.

Dallas has won each of its past three road games, and the competition hasn’t been easy. While holding opponents to 123 points or fewer, the Mavs beat the Rockets, Suns, and Lakers. However, Dallas has only managed 106 points or fewer in each of their last four losses.

On average, the Mavericks are scoring 117.8 points per game while allowing 109.8 points per game.

Luka Doncic is this team’s main scoring threat, but he’s only reached a high of 27 points in two of his last three games. On the season, Doncic is averaging 30.6 points, 9.9 rebounds, and 9.6 assists per game.

The Pelicans haven’t hit a five-game losing streak, and it’s due in large part to the fact that they’ve struggled to score points. New Orleans has failed to score more than 110 points in any of their last four games, and they’re coming off two 104-point performances.

On average, the Pelicans are scoring 114.5 points while allowing 118.9 points per game.

Only Brandon Ingram (25.5 ppg) and Jrue Holiday (19.4 ppg) are scoring more than 15.2 points per game for New Orleans.

50* Powerhouse Play on Cavs +3 -110

A pair of teams with losing records are set to face off in Cleveland this evening with the Cavaliers (5-14) hosting the Pistons (7-13).

Of the 10 games played on the road, Detroit has won only one. The Pistons have lost three of their last five games with back-to-back losses against Charlotte hurting the most. Detroit has failed to score more than 107 points in four of their past five games.

On average, the Pistons are scoring 108.2 points while allowing 108.7 points per game.

No Detroit player has been able to average more than the 18.5 points per game of Blake Griffin since his return from injury. Behind Griffin, Andre Drummond is scoring 17.1 points per game.

The Cavaliers have only won five games so far this season, and three of those wins have come at home. Cleveland has lost three in a row, but they scored at least 104 points in each of those defeats. Cleveland has also allowed 108 points or fewer in two of their last four games.

On average, the Cavaliers are scoring 104.7 points while allowing 112.1 points per game.

Both Collin Sexton and Kevin Love are scoring at least 17.3 points per game. In addition to the offensive production, Love is hauling in 11.1 rebounds per game.

50* Powerhouse Play on Miami-OH -2 -109

Both the Northern Kentucky Norse (5-3) and the Miami of Ohio Redhawks (4-3) can boast a winning record at this early stage. Tonight, they’ll face off against one another in Ohio.

Northern Kentucky has lost two of its last three games after getting off to a 4-1 start to the year. Two of the Norse wins have come by two points or fewer. Most recently, Northern Kentucky fell to Arkansas by a score of 66-60.

On average, the Norse are scoring 76.6 points while allowing 67.6 points per game.

While Dantez Walton has averaged 16.6 points and seven rebounds per game, only two other Northern Kentucky players are scoring double-digit points per game.

Miami of Ohio has fallen in both of their last two games against South Alabama and Wright State, but they won four in a row just before those defeats. Offensively, the Redhawks have scored 79 points or more in four of their seven games played.

On average, the Redhawks are scoring 77 points while allowing 69.5 points per game.

The pair of Nike Sibande and Dalonte Brown lead Miami of Ohio in scoring. While Sibande is averaging 16.6 points per game, Brown is averaging 13.6 points and 7.4 rebounds per game.

50* Powerhouse Play on Western Kentucky -1½ -109

Both the Western Kentucky Hilltoppers (6-2) and Wright State Raiders (6-2) have come out victorious in three-quarters of their games thus far. These two squads will go head to head tonight.

Western Kentucky has only played one game on the road this year, but it ended in a 79-71 win over Eastern Kentucky. The Hilltoppers lost their most recent contest, but that was against #2 Louisville. In the two games previous, Western Kentucky beat up on Illinois State and Fordham.

On average, the Hilltoppers are scoring 80.3 points while allowing 69.6 points per game.

Four Western Kentucky players are averaging 12.1 points per game or better. Center Charles Bassey leads the way with 15.5 points and 9.6 rebounds per game while hitting 52.4% of his shots from the field.

Wright State has won three of their last four, but the lone loss of that stretch came against La Salle at home. Both Defeats for the Raiders have come by two points or fewer, but three of their six wins have come by seven points or fewer.

On average, the Raiders are scoring 81.4 points while allowing 70 points per game.

While three Wright State players are scoring double-digit points per game, two are shooting 41% or worse from the field.

100* Sharp Money Syndicate Play on Oakland -1 -109

A pair of teams with identical records will be facing off later today when the Western Michigan Broncos (4-4) host the Oakland Golden Grizzlies (4-4).

Although Oakland has dropped four games so far this year, two of those defeats have come by three points or fewer. Before losses to Northern Illinois and Toledo, the Golden Grizzlies won three of four while losing only to #7 Maryland. Oakland has held their opponent to 66 points or fewer six times this season.

On average, the Golden Grizzlies are scoring 63.3 points while allowing 63.1 points per game.

While five different players are scoring at least 8.5 points per game for Oakland, forward Xavier Hill-Mais leads the way by averaging 13.9 points and 7.3 rebounds per game while hitting 52.4% of his shots from the field. All three of Oakland’s top scorers are shooting 50% or better from the field.

After a fast 3-0 start to the season, Western Michigan has dropped four of its last five games. During that run, the Broncos’ only win came against Alma. In three of those four losses, Western Michigan allowed 70 points or more.

On average, the Broncos are scoring 69.5 points while allowing 77 points per game.

Western Michigan relies heavily on Michael Flowers for their offense. Flowers is averaging 19.3 points per game while hitting 41.2% of his three-point attempts.

50* Powerhouse Play on Hawks -6 -109

Combined, the Warriors (4-17) and Hawks (4-16) are a dismal 8-33. Tonight, these two teams will face off against one another in Atlanta.

Golden State is on a run of four-straight losses on the road. During that poor run of form, the Warriors allowed 142 points to Dallas and then 122 points to Miami. Overall, Golden State has dropped five of their last six games while failing to score more than 109 points.

On average, the Warriors are scoring 106.8 points while allowing 115.6 points per game.

Steph Curry and D’Angelo Russell are Golden State’s leading scorers, but both are out with injuries. In their absence, Eric Paschall is tops on the team with just 17 points per game.

Atlanta is currently on a 10-game slide, but they’ve scored at least 111 points in half of those losses. The Hawks have also faced a particularly difficult schedule over that period, including games against Milwaukee, Houston, and the two Los Angeles clubs.

On average, the Hawks are scoring 107.8 points while allowing 119.1 points per game.

Trae Young will be the best scorer on the floor tonight. On the season, Young is averaging 28.4 points per game. Young has also recently led the Hawks in scoring with 49 and 37-point performances.

100* Sharp Money Syndicate Play on Warriors/Hawks over222½ -105

While the Warriors (4-17) have only won two games on the road, the Hawks (4-16) only have two victories on their home floor. Tonight, these two squads will tip off in Atlanta. The over/under is set at 222.5 points.

Golden State has been one of the worst teams in the NBA this season, especially on the road. Of their 12 away games so far this year, the Warriors have allowed 120 points or more in seven of them. Currently, Golden State has lost five of their last six while giving up 122 to Miami and 142 to Dallas.

On average, the Warriors are scoring 106.8 points while allowing 115.6 points per game.

Over the last six contests, no Warriors player has scored more than 25 points in a game. With D’Angelo Russell and Steph Curry out with injuries, Eric Paschall is the team’s leading scorer with 17 points per game.

Atlanta hasn’t won a game since November 12th and find themselves on a 10-game losing streak. The Hawks have given up 122 points or more in seven of those games. Most recently, Atlanta fell to Houston by a score of 158-111.

On average, the Hawks are scoring 107.8 points while allowing 119.1 points per game.

Trea Young has been the best offensive player for Atlanta all season. Thus far, he’s averaging 28.4 points and 8.4 rebounds per game.

100* Sharp Money Syndicate Play on Miami-FL +8 -105

The Illinois Fighting Illini (6-1) have lost only a single game this season. Tonight, they’ll play host to the visiting Miami Hurricanes (4-3).

Miami most recently lost a pair of games to Florida and UConn, but they ripped off four-straight wins just before that. Including a season-opening loss to #5 Louisville, the Hurricanes scored 75 points or more in each of their first five games.

On average, the Hurricanes are scoring 70.6 points while allowing 71 points per game.

A trio of players lead Miami in scoring with at least 12.9 points per game. Guard Dejan Vasiljevic leads the way with 13.9 points per contest while shooting 50% from the field and 43.9% from the three-point line.

Illinois has won four games in a row, but they played the likes of Hampton and Lindenwood during that stretch of victories. To open the season, the Fighting Illini needed overtime to defeat Nicholls. Illinois has allowed 70 points or more four times this season.

On average, the Fighting Illini are scoring 88.3 points while allowing 68.1 points per game.

Illinois largely plays with a limited rotation that features only six players with more than 4.4 points per game. The team’s two leading scorers are shooting just 32.1% and 28.6% from three.

50* Powerhouse Play on San Diego +2½ -110

A pair of teams with losing records will go head to head this evening in California as the San Diego Toreros (3-5) play the St. Bonaventure Bonnies (2-4).

After kicking off the year with three-straight losses, St. Bonaventure has since won two of three. Each of the Bonnies’ two wins has come by six points or fewer, and they’ve failed to score more than 59 points in four of their six games played. Most recently, St. Bonaventure defeated Mercer 56-51.

On average, the Bonnies are scoring 61.7 points while allowing 65 points per game.

As a team, the Bonnies are shooting just 38% from the field. Leading the way for St. Bonaventure is guard Kyle Lofton, but he’s shooting just 18.2% from three and 36.6% from the field on his way to 13.5 points per game.

San Diego has followed up a three-game losing streak with a 79-69 win over Hofstra. Two of those three recent losses came against #25 Colorado and #25 Washington. The Toreros have scored at least 71 points in four of their eight games.

On average, the Toreros are scoring 66 points while allowing 70.8 points per game.

While hitting 40% of his three-point attempts, guard Joey Calcaterra leads this San Diego team with 14.9 points per game.

100* Sharp Money Syndicate Play on Warriors/Magic under205½ -110

The Magic (7-11) are currently winning a tight race for second in the Southeast division. Tonight, they’ll be hosting the Warriors (4-16) in Orlando. The over/under is set at 205.5 points.

Golden State is just 2-9 on the road, and hasn’t won an away game since the middle of November against the Grizzlies. The Warriors are entering tonight’s game as losers of four of their last five. Golden State has scored 100 points or fewer in five of their last nine games.

On average, the Warriors are scoring 107.3 points while allowing 116.4 points per game.

Each of Golden State’s top two scorers – D’Angelo Russell and Steph Curry – are out with injuries. Among active players, Eric Paschall leads the team with just 17 points per game.

The Magic owns a losing record, but own a 6-4 record at home. Like the Warriors, Orlando has lost four of their last five contests. In three of those losses, the Magic scored only 97 points or fewer. In half of their 10 home games, Orlando has scored 95 points or fewer.

On average, the Magic are scoring 101.1 points while allowing 102.3 points per game.

The Magic are often involved in defensive, low-scoring games, so it isn’t a huge surprise to see that Evan Fournier leads team with just 18.4 points per game.

50* Powerhouse Play on Spurs/Pistons over217 -109

Neither the Spurs (7-13) or Pistons (6-13) own a winning record. Today, these two teams will go head to head in Detroit. The over/under is set at 217 points.

San Antonio started the season with three-straight wins, but it’s all been downhill from there. The Spurs suffered an eight-game losing streak, but they scored at least 109 points in all but one of those defeats. Defensively, San Antonio allowed at least 111 points in every game on that streak.

On average, the Spurs are scoring 111.5 points while allowing 114.3 points per game.

After DeMar DeRozan, who’s scoring 21.7 points per game, LaMarcus Aldridge is averaging 18.9 points and 6.7 rebounds per game.

Detroit is currently clinging to a 5-4 home record. However, they’ve allowed 117 points or more in three of those four home defeats. Most recently, the Pistons have dropped two in a row and three of their last four. Their latest contest was a 110-107 defeat to Charlotte.

On average, the Pistons are scoring 106.9 points while allowing 109.2 points per game.

While averaging 17.5 points, 17.1 rebounds, and 1.7 blocks per game, Andre Drummond has led the Pistons in rebounds in every game this season. Blake Griffin has averaged 19.7 points through his seven games since returning to the floor.

100* Sharp Money Syndicate Play on Colorado State -7½ -109

Looking to build on a solid start to the season, the Colorado State Rams (5-3) will host the Utah Valley Wolverines (4-4) this afternoon.

Utah Valley has lost three of their last four, starting with an 82-74 defeat at the hands of Kentucky. The Wolverines have only scored more than 68 points in one of their last five games. Most recently, Utah Valley fell to Mount St. Mary’s in a 64-61 contest.

On average, the Wolverines are scoring 71.5 points while allowing 67 points per game.

Leading the Wolverines in scoring is guard TJ Washington, who’s averaging 17.2 points per game. Three other Utah State players are scoring at least 10 points a game, including Isaiah White, who’s averaging 14 points and 10 rebounds per game.

Colorado State has followed up an overtime loss to New Mexico State with a pair of wins over Loyola-Chicago and Washington State. The Rams have scored 70 points or more in six of their eight games played. Colorado State is 2-1 at home, with their lone loss coming against #4 Duke.

On average, the Rams are scoring 71.4 points while allowing 71 points per game.

Three Colorado State players are averaging double-digit points. Center Nico Carvacho leads the group with 14 points and 9.6 rebounds per game.

50* Powerhouse Play on Loyola Marymount +2 -109

If the Southern Utah Thunderbirds (4-3) will keep hold of a winning record they’ll have to get by the Loyola Marymount Lions (2-4) this afternoon.

Southern Utah has managed four wins out of seven games, but they own a record of 1-2 on the road. The first of those three away games was a one-point, double-overtime win over Nebraska, followed by a five-point loss to BYU and a 15-point loss to UCLA.

On average, the Thunderbirds are scoring 82.4 points while allowing 63.3 points per game.

Of the five Utah State players averaging double-digit points, only one is scoring more than 12.5 points a game. While shooting 48.2% from the field, forward Dwayne Morgan is averaging 14.2 points and five rebounds per game thus far.

Loyola Marymount has earned two victories so far this season, one of which came at home. Since defeating Air Force by a score of 78-64, the Lions have fallen to Indiana State and Duquesne.

On average, the Lions are scoring 70.7 points while allowing 69.2 points per game.

As a team, Loyola Marymount is shooting 50.8% from the field. Guard Eli Scott leads the way for the Lions by averaging 14 points, 5.8 assists, and 5.7 rebounds per game while hitting 56.9% of his field goal attempts.

50* Powerhouse Play on Green Bay +6 -109

The Montana State Bobcats (5-2) have rarely faltered so far this season. Today, they’ll be hosting the Green Bay Phoenix (2-4).

Green Bay has lost three of their past four, with only an 85-84 victory over CSU Northridge stopping the skid along the way. On the bright side, the Phoenix have scored at least 70 points in each of their last five games, and have scored at least 81 points in each of their past two games.

On average, Green Bay is scoring 81 points while allowing 84.5 points per game.

Scoring hasn’t been a problem for Green Bay. Topped by the 14.7 points a game of TayQuan McCloud, the Phoenix have three players averaging 13 points per game or more. Thus far, guard PJ Pipes is hitting half his three-point attempts while putting up 13 points a game.

Montana State is undefeated at home so far, but they aren’t a very prolific team within the offensive side of the game. Two of the team’s five wins have come by three points or fewer, and the Bobcats have failed to score more than 59 points in three games.

On average, the Bobcats are scoring 68.9 points while allowing 59.6 points per game.

After Harald Frey and Jubrile Belo, Montana State doesn’t have another player averaging more than 8.7 points per game. Frey is putting up 15.7 points a game, and Belo is adding 12.1 points.

100* Sharp Money Syndicate Play on Pacers/76ers over205 -109

Both the Indiana Pacers (12-6) and Philadelphia 76ers (13-6) are showing signs that they’ll play important parts in the playoffs. For now, they’ll take on one another in Philadelphia later today.

Entering this contest, the Pacers are riding a five-game winning streak. Throughout that stretch, Indiana has scored at least 105 points in every game, and has scored 115 or more on three occasions. Indiana is just 3-4 on the road, but earned a 115-86 win over Brooklyn to kick off their winning streak.

On average, the Pacers are scoring 109.3 points while allowing 103.8 points per game.

The Pacers spread the offensive load between four players who’ve averaged at least 17 points per game this year. Both Domantas Sabonis and Malcolm Brogdon are scoring 18.8 points per game.

Philadelphia is undefeated at home through eight games this year. The 76ers have won two straight and six of their last seven contests. Philly has scored 109 points or more in five of their last eight games played.

On average, the 76ers are scoring 108.3 points while allowing 103.6 points per game.

Joel Embiid is aiming to lead his squad to glory, and he’s doing his part thus far by averaging 22.2 points and 12.4 rebounds per game. Tobias Harris is adding another 17.8 points a game.

50* Powerhouse Play on IUPU-Indianapolis +3½ -110

The Evansville Purple Aces (4-3) earned a milestone win over #1 Kentucky early in the season, but they’ll need a victory over the IUPUI Jaguars (2-5) today if they’ll stay above .500.

The Purple Aces enjoyed a dream start to the season, but it’s all very close to falling apart right now. After three-straight losses to SMU, East Carolina, and George Washington, Evansville needed three overtime periods to beat Morgan State by three.

On average, the Purple Aces are scoring 77.9 points while allowing 77.7 points per game.

Two of Evansville’s top three scorers have been shooting better than 50% from the field. K.J. Riley leads the team with 16.9 points per game, and DeAndre Williams is averaging 12.7 points and six rebounds per game.

IUPUI is coming off three-straight losses, but the two most recent contests were relatively close. After falling to Loyola (MD) by four, the Jaguars fell to Southern by six. IUPUI has scored at least 70 points in four of their last five games.

On average, the Jaguars are scoring 65.9 points while allowing 75.3 points per game.

IUPUI has found a true scorer in guard Marcus Burk. While hitting 46.8% of his shots from three and 50% of his shots from the field, Burk is averaging 23.6 points per game.

50* Powerhouse Play on Youngstown State +7½ -110

The Central Michigan Chippewas (5-2) are undefeated at home, but that record will be tested with the Youngstown State Penguins (4-3) coming to town.

Youngstown State has won two in a row and three of their last four, one of which was an away victory over South Carolina Upstate. The Penguins have held their opponents to 67 points or fewer in each of their last three contests. Youngstown State most recently put up 93 points in a win over Westminster.

On average, the Penguins are scoring 71.7 points while allowing 67.7 points per game.

Although only one Youngstown player is averaging double-digit points per game, Darius Quisenberry is certainly doing his part. So far, Quisenberry is scoring 16.6 points a game.

Central Michigan hasn’t dropped a contest at home, but they’re coming off a 13-point loss to DePaul. The Chippewas have allowed at least 82 points in each of their two defeats.

On average, the Chippewas are scoring 96.1 points while allowing 72.1 points per game.

Central Michigan hasn’t played the toughest of competition throughout the early part of the season, and that’s allowed them to compile four players with at least 13 points per game.

100* Sharp Money Syndicate Play on East Carolina +3 -109

The James Madison Dukes (4-3) will look to keep hold of their winning record as they host the East Carolina Pirates (2-5) this afternoon.

East Carolina has lost five of their last six games, but only one has been a true blowout. Each of their other four losses have come by eight points or fewer. East Carolina can also boast an 85-68 win over Evansville, who took down Kentucky earlier this year.

On average, the Pirates are scoring 68.3 points while allowing 70.6 points per game.

Four East Carolina players are scoring double-digit points per contest, and they can boast a prolific scorer in forward Jayden Gardner. On the season, Gardner is averaging 19.9 points and 9.6 rebounds per game.

James Madison is 3-1 at home, but dropped their most recent home game to Coppin State in a 94-78 contest. The Dukes have allowed 71 points or more in five of their seven games.

On average, the Dukes are scoring 73.6 points while allowing 73.3 points per game.

As a team, James Madison is shooting just 39.7% from the field. Only two Dukes are scoring double-digit points per game. Matt Lewis leads the way with 18.7 points per game, but he’s shooting just 35% from the field.

100* Sharp Money Syndicate Play on Lakers -11 -109

The final offering on today’s slate of NBA games will be a contest between the Wizards (6-10) and Lakers (16-2) in Los Angeles.

The Wizards have won three of their last five, but they’re 3-6 on the road this year. Before beating up on the Suns in their most recent game, Washington scored only 106 and 104 points in two-straight losses to Sacramento and Denver. Since the first two games of the season, Washington has allowed 113 points or more in every game except one.

On average, the Wizards are scoring 119.4 points while allowing 120.8 points per game.

While Bradley Beal is averaging an impressive 28.9 points per game while shooting 47.5% from the field, no other player on this Washington squad is scoring even 15 points per game.

Since an opening night loss to the cross-town rival Clippers, the Lakers have lost only a single game this season. Right now, Los Angeles is riding a nine-game winning streak. The Lakers have scored 120 points or more in four of those nine games.

On average, the Lakers are scoring 112.2 points while allowing 103.6 points per game.

The Lakers have the luxury of starting two MVP candidates every night. While LeBron James is averaging 25.8 points, 11 assists, and 7.3 rebounds per game, Anthony Davis is averaging 26.1 points, nine rebounds, and 2.8 blocks per game.

50* Powerhouse Play on Iowa +2½ -110

While the Iowa Hawkeyes (5-1) have a single blemish on their record, the San Diego State Aztecs (7-0) are perfect through seven games. Tonight, these two teams will face off on a neutral floor.

Iowa lost a 93-78 game to DePaul in their second contest of the season, but has won every other game on the schedule thus far. The Hawkeyes earned their most impressive win of the young season in their most recent game, which was a 72-61 victory over #12 Texas Tech.

On average, the Hawkeyes are scoring 82 points while allowing 69.2 points per game.

Center Luka Garza has been nearly unstoppable this season. While shooting 58% from the field and 50% from three, Garza is averaging 21.3 points, 10.5 rebounds, and two blocks per game. Two more Iowa players are scoring more than 10 points per game.

San Diego State hasn’t yet lost a game, but they don’t have the ranked win under their belt that Iowa has. On two occasions, the Aztecs have scored 66 points or fewer. San Diego State has allowed 61 points or more on three occasions.

On average, the Aztecs are scoring 75.9 points while allowing 55.4 points per game.

Of the four players averaging double-digit points for San Diego State, Malachi Flynn leads the way with 14.4 points per game.

50* Powerhouse Play on Knicks +8 -110

Tonight, the 76ers (12-6) will go on the road for a showdown with the Knicks (4-14) in New York.

Philadelphia is just 4-6 on the road, and now trail both Boston and Toronto in the Atlantic standings. The 76ers have won five of their last six, but they’ve managed only one win out of their last six games away from home. Philly has scored 97 points or fewer in each of their past two games.

On average, the 76ers are scoring 108.7 points while allowing 104.1 points per game.

Center Joel Embiid leads the 76ers in scoring with 21.9 points per game. Embiid is also shooting 46% from the field, and has added 12.1 rebounds per game. Tobias Harris is the team’s second leading scorer with 17.8 points per game.

The Knicks have just four wins so far this year, but three of those have come at home. New York has won two of its last five home games, and haven’t lost haven’t lost any of those by more than seven points.

On average, the Knicks are scoring 101.8 points while allowing 109.6 points per game.

All of New York’s scoring has come down to the trio of Marcus Morris (18.6 ppg), Julius Randle (16.4 ppg), and RJ Barrett (15.2 ppg).

50* Powerhouse Play on 76ers/Knicks over206½ -109

The 76ers (12-6) and Knicks (4-14) will be facing off against one another in New York this evening. The over/under is set at 206.5 points.

Philadelphia scored just 97 and 96 points in their last two games, but before that they ripped off a run of five games in a row in which they put up 109 points or more. The 76ers have scored 113 points or more on eight different occasions this year.

On average, the 76ers are scoring 108.7 points while allowing 104.1 points per game.

Coming off a 33-point performance in his most recent game, Joel Embiid is tops on this Philadelphia team by averaging 21.9 points, 12.1 rebounds, and 1.4 blocks per game. Tobias Harris is adding another 17.8 points, and Josh Richardson is pitching in with another 16.1 points per game.

Over their last five games, the Knicks have scored 104 points or more three times. New York has also allowed 109 points in three of their last four games, and have allowed 103 points or more in each of those games.

On average, the Knicks are scoring 101.8 points while allowing 109.6 points per game.

Julius Randle has been a key component of this New York team by averaging 16.4 points and nine rebounds per game. Marcus Morris is scoring even more, averaging 18.6 points per game.

50* Powerhouse Play on CS-Fullerton -4½ -109

If the CSU Fullerton Titans (3-3) can get a home win over the Denver Pioneers (2-4), they’ll be the new owners of a winning record.

Denver has managed two wins out of their first six games, but those victories came over Utah Valley and Western Colorado. Each of Denver’s four losses has come by 11 points or more. The Pioneers have allowed 73 points or more in each of their losses.

On average, the Pioneers are scoring 63 points while allowing 73.7 points per game.

Only two Denver players are scoring more than 7.5 points per game. Jase Townsend leads the way with 12 points per game, and Ade Murkey is adding another 10.2 points per game.

CSU Fullerton kicked off the season with a pair of losses to BYU and Stanford, but has recovered nicely with three wins out of four games. Each of those three wins came by seven points or more, starting with a 60-53 win over Wyoming. Most recently, CSU Fullerton defeated SE Missouri State by a score of 64-57.

On average, the Titans are scoring 62.5 points while allowing 66.2 points per game.

Austen Awosika and Wayne Arnold are the main scoring threats for the Titans. While Awosika is scoring 15.8 points per game, Arnold is adding another 15.5 points per game.

100* Sharp Money Syndicate Play on SIU-Edwardsville +12½ -110

The SIU Edwardsville Cougars (2-5) are looking for their second road win of the season. Today, they’ll be going up against the UC Riverside Highlanders (5-2).

Edwardsville has lost each of their past three games, but they recently fell to Northern Illinois by only four points. Because the Cougars are getting 12.5 points in today’s contest, it’s worth noting that Edwardsville has fallen by more than 13 points in just three of their seven games.

On average, the Cougars are scoring 60.6 points while allowing 71.4 points per game.

Mike Adewunmi leads this SIU Edwardsville team with 10.4 points and 6.7 rebounds per game. He’s also shooting 50% from three and 52.9% from the field. Three other Cougars are scoring at least nine points per game.

UC Riverside has won three straight, but previously lost a pair of games to Pacific and Sacramento State. The Highlanders have won by more than 13 points in just three of their seven games played.

On average, the Highlanders are scoring 63.4 points while allowing 52.7 points per game.

Callum McRae leads this UC Riverside squad with 13.4 points and 9.4 rebounds per game. However, no other Highlander is scoring double-digit points per game.

100* Sharp Money Syndicate Play on Davidson +4 -110

The Davidson Wildcats (2-3) enter tonight’s contest with the Marquette Golden Eagles (3-1) with an aim to get back to .500.

After starting the season with a pair of losses to Auburn and Charlotte, Davidson scored back-to-back victories over UNC Wilmington and Nevada. Both victories were by 20 points or more. Most recently, Davidson fell to Wake Forest in an 82-70 contest.

On average, the Wildcats are scoring 74.4 points while allowing 69.8 points per game.

In addition to 3.6 rebounds and assists per game, guard Kellan Grady leads the Wildcats with 16.8 points per game. Next on the team is Jon Axel Gudmundsson, who’s hitting 40.9% of his threes and scoring 13 points a contest.

Marquette has played three homes games this year, winning each one by at least four points. The Golden Eagles’ lone loss came on the road against Wisconsin. Most recently, Marquette defeated Robert Morris by a score of 66-62.

On average, the Golden Eagles are scoring 70 points while allowing 61.8 points per game.

Two players power the Marquette offense. While Markus Howard is hitting 46.4% of his three-point attempts on his way to 21.3 points per game, Koby McEwen is shooting 64.7% from three and averaging 15.8 points per game.

50* Powerhouse Play on College of Charleston +1½ -109

The Wake Forest Demon Deacons (3-2) and the Charleston Cougars (3-2) share an identical record. That will change after they go head to head in a late afternoon contest today.

After kicking off the season with a seven-point loss to Boston College, Wake Forest has been good. They’ve won three of their last four, and the only loss has come in an overtime contest against Charlotte. Most recently, Wake Forest beat Davidson by 12.

On average, the Demon Deacons are scoring 76 points while allowing 71.2 points per game.

Brandon Childress has been the leading man for Wake Forest this season. On average, Childress is scoring 17.8 points per game. Chaundee Brown is pitching in with another 15.8 points in addition to his 9.8 rebounds per game.

Charleston has earned three wins out of five by taking down South Carolina Upstate, Georgia State, and Marshall. While they were outclassed by Oklahoma State, the Cougars only fell to UCF by a single point. Charleston has scored 71 points or more in four of their five games.

On average, the Cougars are scoring 71.8 points while allowing 69.2 points per game.

Guard Grant Riller has carried the Charleston team to this point. Thus far, Riller is averaging 21.4 points, five assists, and 3.6 rebounds per game.

100* Sharp Money Syndicate Play on Blazers -3 -109

The Trail Blazers (6-12) have gotten off to a surprisingly bad start. They’ll aim to begin turning things around this evening as they host the Thunder (6-10) in Portland.

Oklahoma City has only won six games thus far, and only one of those six has come on the road. That one away win came in their most recent contest, which was a 100-97 victory over Golden State. Before that win, Oklahoma City dropped three in a row to the Clippers and Lakers (twice).

On average, the Thunder are scoring 106.7 points while allowing 107.1 points per game.

Without a player scoring 20 points a game, the Thunder rely heavily on the 19.3 points per game from Shai Gilgeous-Alexander and the 18.6 points per game from Danilo Gallinari. Chris Paul is adding another 16.2 points per contest since coming over from Houston.

The Blazers will be happy to be home after a six-game road trip in which they won only a single game. However, that win came in their most recent content, beating the Bulls 117-94. Portland has scored 117 points or more in two of their past three games.

On average, the Blazers are scoring 112.7 points while allowing 115.1 points per game.

Damien Lillard leads Portland in points, with 27.3 per game, and assists, with 7.5 per game. Right behind Lillard is CJ McCollum, who’s adding another 22.1 points per game.

50* Powerhouse Play on South Dakota -1 -110

The South Dakota Coyotes (5-1) have gotten off to a strong start. Tonight, they’ll be on the road to take on the California Baptist Lancers (3-3).

Before their most recent contest – a 77-56 loss to Arkansas – South Dakota had won five in a row to start the season. In each of their five wins, the Coyotes scored 71 points or more. South Dakota also held their opponents to 69 points or fewer on three occasions.

On average, the Coyotes are scoring 75.5 points while allowing 70.2 points per game.

Forward Tyler Hagedorn leads this South Dakota team with 18.7 points per game. Hagerdorn is also averaging 6.5 rebounds per game and is hitting 76.2% of his threes. Guard Stanley Umude is adding another 15.8 points and 5.3 rebounds per game.

Cal Baptist has lost three of its last four, and needed overtime to claim their lone victory over that stretch of games. All three losses to Texas, California, and Georgia State came by nine points or more.

On average, the Lancers are scoring 80.8 points while allowing 73.7 points per game.

The duo of Ferron Flavors Jr. and Milan Acquaah lead this California Baptist team. While Flavors Jr. is scoring 15.7 points per game, Acquaah is adding another 15 points.

100* Sharp Money Syndicate Play on Hofstra PK -110

In a late tip off, the San Diego Toreros (2-5) will play host to the Hofstra Pride (4-2) this evening.

Hofstra started the season with two losses out of three, but has since turned things around. The Pride have now won three straight, including two nice wins over UCLA and CSU Fullerton, both of which were on the road. Hofstra outscored UCLA by 10 points.

On average, the Pride are scoring 85.7 points while allowing 73.8 points per game.

Hofstra has a strong stable of scorers. While Jalen Ray is the highest scoring player with 17.2 points per game, he’s yet to lead the team in scoring in any single game. Desure Buie is second on the team with 16 points a game, and he led the way against UCLA with 29 points.

After recovering from two-straight losses to earn a 2-2 record, San Diego has now lost three in a row. However, the Toreros had to play two ranked team on that run. After losing to #25 Colorado, San Diego lost to San Diego State and then #25 Washington.

On average, the Toreros are scoring 64.1 points while allowing 71 points per game.

As the only San Diego player putting up more than 11 points per game, Joey Calcaterra leads the way for the Toreros with 14 points per game.

50* Powerhouse Play on Knicks/Raptors under212 -109

The Raptors (12-4) haven’t yet dropped a game at home. Tonight, the Raptors will host the Knicks (4-13) in Toronto. The over/under is set at 212 points.

New York has a poor record of 1-7 on the road. Most recently, the Knicks have lost three in a row and four of their last five. New York scored 104 points or fewer in each of those four losses.

On average, the Knicks are scoring 102 points while allowing 108.6 points per game.

Only three Knicks are scoring double-digit points per game, which isn’t the norm for an NBA team. Marcus Morris is tops on the team with his 19.3 points per game. Julius Randle has been good, averaging 16.3 points and 9.1 rebounds per contest.

Toronto enters tonight’s game on a run of four-straight wins. On that run, the Raptors allowed 97 points or fewer in three of the four contests. The most impressive defensive effort came against Philly, whom Toronto held to 96 points.

On average, the Raptors are scoring 112.9 points while allowing 105.5 points per game.

While the Raptors have used defense to win games, Pascal Siakam is taking care of much of the offense. Thus far, Siakam is averaging 25.7 points and 8.4 rebounds per game.

50* Powerhouse Play on Nets/Celtics over216½ -110

While the Nets (9-8) are hoping to remain above .500, the Celtics (12-4) will aim to stay unbeaten at home as they play host in tonight’s contest. The over/under is set at 216.5 points.

To earn a winning record, Brooklyn has won each of its last four games. While the competition wasn’t particularly good – Charlotte, Sacramento, New York, and Cleveland – the Nets beat everyone put in front of them. Brooklyn scored 108 points or more in two of those four games.

On average, the Nets are scoring 112.7 points while allowing 113.9 points per game.

Spencer Dinwiddie has stepped up in the absence of Kyrie Irving. Over the past six games, Dinwiddie has led the team in scoring in five contests. On the season, Dinwiddie is averaging 19.8 points per game.

The Celtics are a perfect 6-0 at home, the last victory of which came against Sacramento two nights ago. Prior to that win, Boston dropped a pair of road games to the Clippers and Nuggets. Boston has scored 112 points or more seven times this season.

On average, the Celtics are scoring 110.2 points while allowing 103.7 points per game.

The Celtics have two players averaging 20 points or more, and four players averaging 18 points or more. Kemba Walker leads the way with his 21.1 points per game, followed by the 20.5 points per game of Jayson Tatum.

50* Powerhouse Play on Niagara +9½ -110

The Niagara Purple Eagles (0-4) are still seeking their first victory of the season. Tonight, they’ll go on the road to take on the Purdue Fort Wayne Mastodons (3-5).

The Purple Eagles kicked off the season with three-straight road games, all of which they lost. However, Niagara came within eight points of Drexel and nine points of Stephen F. Austin, who just took down #1 Duke. Niagara also came within nine points of Bryant, and will be getting 9.5 points this evening.

On average, the Purple Eagles are scoring 61.3 points while allowing 80 points per game.

Despite only hitting 16.7% of his three-pointers thus far, James Towns is leading Niagara in scoring with his 14 points per game on 43.5% shooting from the field. Raheem Solomon is hitting half his shots for 11 points per game.

Fort Wayne is 3-1 at home, but has lost two of its last three and four of its last six games. Before easily defeating Ohio Northern, the Mastodons fell to Kent State by seven and to #10 Ohio State by nearly 40 points.

On average, the Mastodons are scoring 74.3 points while allowing 73.9 points per game.

Brian Patrick is currently tops on the Purdue Fort Wayne team with 15 points per game. Patrick is hitting 39.5% of his three-point attempts and 50.5% of his shots from the field.

50* Powerhouse Play on Loyola Maryland +6 -110

The Loyola-Maryland Greyhounds (3-3) have won just one of their four road games this season. Tonight, they’ll aim to get their second against the Nebraska-Omaha Mavericks (4-3).

After dropping the season opener to Marquette, Loyola-Maryland won three of their next five games. The Greyhounds have put up solid offensive numbers, scoring 81 or more in each of their three wins. Loyola most recently took down IUPUI in an 81-77 contest.

On average, the Greyhounds are scoring 71.7 points while allowing 75.3 points per game.

Guard Andrew Kostecka has led the Greyhounds in scoring in five of their six games this season. On the year, Kostecka is averaging 20.3 points while shooting 54% from the field. Kostecka is also adding 4.5 rebounds, 2.8 assists, 2.5 steals, and 1.2 blocks per game.

Although Omaha has earned four wins out of seven games, they didn’t have much of a chance in their losses to Wichita State, Colorado State, and Dayton. Before yesterday’s win over Southern, Omaha allowed 77 points or more in three-straight contests.

On average, the Mavericks are scoring 73.1 points while allowing 69 points per game.

Omaha counts on a trio of guards for the majority of their offense. JT Gibson leads the bunch with 15.6 points per game, and KJ Robinson and Ayo Akinwole are adding another 12.5 and 12.1 points per game, respectively.