50* Powerhouse Play on CS-Northridge +9 -110

The Boise State Broncos (8-5) are heavy favorites in a contest against the CSU Northridge Matadors (3-10).

After kicking off the season with a seven-game losing streak, Northridge has started reeling in some wins. The Matadors have now won three of their last six games while scoring 71 points or more in each victory. Most recently, Northridge defeated San Francisco State by a score of 85-50.

On average, the Matadors are scoring 70.9 points while allowing 80.2 points per game.

Although he’s only played in Northridge’s most recent game, Lamine Diane put up 30 points and 12 rebounds. Terrell Gomez, who’s played in every game, is averaging 22.2 points per game.

Boise State has rebounded from a loss to Georgia Tech with victories over Portland and UTEP. On top of the Broncos’ five losses, three of their wins have come by six points or fewer. Boise State needed overtime to take down both BYU and Pacific.

On average, the Broncos are scoring 78.5 points while allowing 69.8 points per game.

Derrick Alston has led Boise State in scoring in each of the last two games. For the season, Alston is averaging 21.8 points and 6.1 rebounds per game.

50* Powerhouse Play on East Carolina -9½ -110

A pair of teams with losing records will go head to head later this afternoon when the East Carolina Pirates (5-7) host the Eastern Kentucky Colonels (3-9).

Eastern Kentucky has been dreadful on the road this year. On top of being winless in seven games away from home, the Colonels have allowed 89 points or more in four of them. Eastern Kentucky is currently riding a seven-game losing streak that’s included six defeats by 12 points or more.

On average, the Colonels are scoring 73.3 points while allowing 76.5 points per game.

Only two Eastern Kentucky players are scoring more than 9.8 points per game. Leading the way is Jomaru Brown, who’s averaging 16 points per game.

East Carolina is currently riding a three-game winning streak in which they’ve blown out two opponents by 12 points or more. In fact, all but one of the Pirates’ wins have come by a dozen points. Most recently, East Carolina defeated Charlotte by a score of 60-56.

On average, the Pirates are scoring 71 points while allowing 71.5 points per game.

While shooting 57.9% from the field, Jayden Gardner leads East Carolina with 20.3 points and 8.8 rebounds per game.

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

One of the greatest rivalries in college basketball is set to resume as the #19 Kentucky Wildcats (8-3) play host to the #3 Louisville Cardinals (11-1).

Louisville was away from home when they suffered their lone loss of the season, which came by 13 points to Texas Tech. Since then, the Cardinals have responded with a pair of wins over Eastern Kentucky and Miami of Ohio. Louisville’s next two opponents are ranked.

On average, the Cardinals are scoring 76.7 points while allowing 58.4 points per game.

Forward Jordan Nwora has led Louisville in scoring in every game this year. While shooting 41.4% from three, Nwora is averaging 21.2 points and 7.5 rebounds per game.

Kentucky enters tonight’s contest on a short losing streak after falling to Utah by three and to #5 Ohio State by six points. However, the Wildcats were riding a six-game winning streak prior to those defeats, and they have a win over #1 Michigan State under their belt.

On average, the Wildcats are scoring 74.5 points while allowing 61.2 points per game.

Four Kentucky players are averaging at least 11.1 points per game. Leading the way is Ashton Hagans, who’s scoring 13.9 points per game.

100* Sharp Money Syndicate Play on Iowa State/Notre Dame under54½ -110

The first meeting between the #15 Notre Dame Fighting Irish (10-2) and the Iowa State Cyclones (7-5) will take place in this year’s Camping World Bowl. The over/under is set at 54.5 points.

Notre Dame completed their regular season with a run of five straight wins. Over that stretch, the Fighting Irish never allowed more than 24 points to any opponent. Over the course of the season, Notre Dame held nine different opponents to 20 points or fewer.

On average, the Fighting Irish are scoring 37 points per game on 429 yards of offense while allowing 19 points per game on 324 yards.

A strong Notre Dame running game through the first half of the season faded in the latter half. Over the last six games, only one Notre Dame running back finished a game with more than 66 yards on the ground.

Iowa State finished their season with two wins out of three, including a 23-21 win over #19 Texas. The Cyclones lost a total of five games and managed only 21 points or fewer in three of them. Defensively, Iowa State held seven opponents to 24 points or fewer.

On average, the Cyclones are scoring 34 points per game on 458 yards of offense while allowing 25 points per game on 362 yards.

Iowa State’s running game was led by Breece Hall, who rushed for 842 yards and nine TDs. No other Iowa State player rushed for more than 265 yards.

50* Powerhouse Play on Sharks -140

There are three teams sitting on 34 points in the Pacific division. Tonight, two of them will go head to head as the Sharks (16-20-2, 34 points) host the Kings (15-20-4, 34 points) in San Jose.

Los Angeles has struggled mightily away from home and now owns a record of 5-13-3 on the road. The Kings enter tonight’s contest as losers of three in a row. Most recently, Los Angeles fell to St. Louis by a score of 4-1. The Kings fell to the Sharks by a score of 4-1 in late November.

On average, the Kings are scoring 2.54 goals per game (28th) while allowing 3.15 goals per game (20th).

Anze Kopitar leads this Los Angeles squad with 14 goals, 19 assists, and 33 points, all of which are the top mark on the team.

San Jose enters tonight’s contest as losers of three in a row, but they’ll be able to draw confidence from their 4-1 thrashing of the Kings a month ago. Most recently, the Sharks weren’t able to score enough in a 3-1 defeat at the hands of the Golden Knights.

On average, the Sharks are scoring 2.61 goals per game (T-25th) while allowing 3.47 goals per game (30th).

Although he doesn’t have the most goals or assists for San Jose, center Logan Couture leads the Sharks with 33 points (12 goals, 21 assists).

100* Sharp Money Syndicate Play on Avalanche -175

The Avalanche (23-11-3, 49 points) are one spot from the top of the Central, and the Wild (18-15-5, 41 points) are one point from the bottom. Tonight, these two teams will face off in Colorado.

Despite defeating Arizona by a score of 8-5 in their most recent away game, Minnesota is just 8-13-2 on the road this year. The Wild have also been giving up plenty of goals while losing three of their last five. Minnesota has now allowed five goals or more in three of their last five contests.

On average, the Wild are scoring 3.08 goals per game (15th) while allowing 3.29 goals per game (28th).

Center Eric Staal is the leading force for Minnesota on the offensive end. Staal’s 14 goals and 17 assists combine for a team-high 31 points.

Colorado is now 10-5-2 at home. Most recently, the Avalanche defeated the Golden Knights in Vegas by a score of 7-3. Of their last 14 games, Colorado lost only four times, one of which came in overtime. The Avalanche own the NHL’s leading offense.

On average, the Avalanche are scoring 3.62 goals per game (1st) while allowing 2.78 goals per game (9th).

Center Nathan MacKinnon leads Colorado with 21 goals, 34 assists, and 55 points, all of which are tops on the team.

50* Powerhouse Play on Blues -120

Two of the top three teams in the Central division will face off tonight when the Blues (24-8-6, 54 points) go into Winnipeg for a game against the Jets (21-14-2, 44 points).

St. Louis has used a six-game winning streak to show that they remain one of the best teams in hockey. During this streak, the Blues have scored at least four goals in all but one game. Most recently, St. Louis went on the road to beat the Kings by a score of 4-1.

On average, the Blues are scoring 3.11 goals per game (14th) while allowing 2.53 goals per game (4th).

Goaltender Jordan Bennington has won 17 games in net while allowing 2.38 goals per game on a .921 save percentage.

Winnipeg will be at home, where they’re currently riding a three-game losing streak. Over that stretch, the Jets have allowed six goals on two occasions while being outscored 16-6. Overall, Winnipeg has lost four of their last six contests.

On average, the Jets are scoring 3.00 goals per game (T-16th) while allowing 2.86 goals per game (11th).

Goaltender Connor Hellebuyck has won 17 of his 30 games in net while allowing 2.44 goals per game on a .926 save percentage.

50* Powerhouse Play on Bucks/Hawks over237 -109

The Eastern Conference-leading Bucks (27-5) will look to improve their 12-3 road record with a game against the Hawks (6-25) in Atlanta. The over/under is set at 237 points.

Before a Christmas Day loss to Philadelphia, Milwaukee was riding a three-game winning streak that included wins over the Lakers and Pacers. Including that run over victories, the Bucks have now scored 116 points or more in 11 of their last 14 games, and at least 123 points in seven of their last 13 games.

On average, the Bucks are scoring 120.3 points while allowing 107.6 points per game.

In addition to Giannis Antetokounmpo’s 30.5 points per game, the Bucks are getting 18.5 points per game from Khris Middleton.

Atlanta is currently on an eight-game slide that started with a 135-121 loss to Miami. Including this stretch of defeats, the Hawks have allowed 130 points or more in four of their last 12 games. Over that same period, Atlanta has allowed 121 points or more on seven occasions.

On average, the Hawks are scoring 108.8 points while allowing 118.6 points per game.

Trae Young continues to be a scoring machine for the Hawks. This season, Young is averaging 29 points and 8.5 assists per game.

100* Sharp Money Syndicate Play on 76ers -2½ -109

The 76ers (23-10) will have a chance to get their 7-8 away record back to an even .500 this evening when they go into Orlando to take on the Magic (13-17).

After suffering their second three-game losing streak of the season, Philadelphia has now won three games in a row. The 76ers scored at least 121 points in each of those victories, including an impressive 121-109 win over Milwaukee. Philly also allowed no more than 109 points over that stretch of wins.

On average, the 76ers are scoring 110.1 points while allowing 105 points per game.

Center Joel Embiid leads this Philly team with 23.3 points and 12.6 rebounds per game. Tobias Harris is adding another 19.8 points, 6.6 rebounds, and 2.2 steals per game.

Although Orlando is 9-6 at home, they’ve lost two of their last three on their own floor. Before a victory over Chicago in their most recent contest, the Magic dropped three in a row while failing to score more than 104 points. Orlando has allowed 118 points or more in three of their last six games.

On average, the Magic are scoring 103.5 points while allowing 104.9 points per game.

No Orlando player is scoring more than Evan Fournier’s 19.2 points per game, and only two players are scoring more than 13.3 points per game.

100* Sharp Money Syndicate Play on Oklahoma State +6½ -109

We’ll see the Big-12 and SEC go head to head during the Texas Bowl as the Texas A&M Aggies (7-5) take on the #25 Oklahoma State Cowboys (8-4).

Before losing to #7 Oklahoma in their final game of the season, Oklahoma State won four games in a row. During that stretch, the Cowboys upset #23 Iowa State by a score of 34-27. Oklahoma State also earned a victory over #24 Kansas State and suffered a narrow defeat to #12 Texas.

On average, the Cowboys are scoring 33 points per game on 463 yards of offense while allowing 27 points per game on 418 yards.

Running back Chuba Hubbard has rushed for at least 100 yards in each of the last 10 games, and at least 200 yards on three occasions. For the season, Hubbard has rushed for 1,936 yards and 21 touchdowns.

After winning four straight, Texas A&M faced a difficult ending schedule that resulted in back-to-back losses to #4 Georgia and #2 LSU. In those two defeats, the Aggies scored a combined 20 points. Texas A&M lost each of the five games they played against ranked opponents this season.

On average, the Aggies are scoring 30 points per game on 398 yards of offense while allowing 23 points per game on 340 yards.

Against ranked opponents, Texas A&M never had a 100-yard rusher. In three of those five ranked games, the leading Texas A&M rusher had 34 yards or fewer.

50* Powerhouse Play on Mavs -5½ -110

A Mavericks team (19-10) aiming to get back into the mix atop the Western Conference will be hosting the Spurs (12-17) tonight in Dallas.

San Antonio has won three and lost three over their last six contests. Over that stretch, the Spurs have struggled on the defensive end. San Antonio allowed 115 points or more in four of those six games, and allowed 134 points against the Clippers before defeating Memphis.

On average, the Spurs are scoring 113 points while allowing 115.7 points per game.

After DeMar DeRozan (20.9 ppg) and LaMarcus Aldridge (19.4 ppg), no Spurs player is scoring more than 11.7 points per game.

Dallas has just come off one of the more difficult stretches of games that any team will play this year. Over that run, the Mavericks fell to Miami, Boston, and Toronto, but defeated Milwaukee and Philadelphia. Dallas scored 117 points or more in three of those five contests.

On average, the Mavericks are scoring 117.2 points while allowing 108.9 points per game.

Without Luka Doncic on the floor, Kristaps Porzingis and Tim Hardaway Jr. have picked up the slack. Porzingis is averaging 17.6 points per game, and Hardaway has led the team in scoring in two of the past five games.

100* Sharp Money Syndicate Play on Pittsburgh -11 -110

This year’s Quick Lane Bowl will set the Pittsburgh Panthers (7-5) up against the Eastern Michigan Eagles (6-6).

Despite dropping their final two games of the season, Pitt played a solid schedule that featured good wins over #15 UCF and North Carolina. The Panthers also had an impressive seven-point loss to #13 Penn State.

On average, the Panthers are scoring 20 points per game on 374 yards of offense while allowing 22 points per game on 302 yards.

Pitt quarterback Kenny Pickett finished the season with 323 yards or more in two out of his last three games. On the year, Pickett threw for 2,737 yards with 10 touchdowns and nine interceptions.

Eastern Michigan finished the year with three losses out of their last five. A pair of losses to Toledo and Buffalo were followed by a defeat to Kent State in the final game of the regular season. The Eagles gave up 34 points or more in each of those three losses.

On average, the Eagles are scoring 29 points per game on 402 yards of offense while allowing 30 points per game on 428 yards.

Eastern Michigan were left wanting by their running game. Shaq Vann was the team’s leading rusher, but he only racked up 667 yards on the ground.

100* Sharp Money Syndicate Play on Nets -7 -109

While the Knicks (7-24) have only won three games away from home, the Nets (16-13) are 9-5 at home and are ready to make noise in the Eastern Conference. Tonight, these two teams will go head to head in Brooklyn.

New York is in danger of building another bad losing streak as they enter tonight’s contest as losers of three straight. Including a win over the Hawks, the Knicks have now allowed 120 points or more in four games in a row. New York has lost to Brooklyn twice this season.

On average, the Knicks are scoring 103.5 points while allowing 112.7 points per game.

Marcus Morris leads the Knicks with 18.4 points per game, but he’s currently day-to-day with an Achilles injury. Julius Randle is next on the squad with 17.9 points per game.

Brooklyn has won three of their last four, including an impressive 109-89 victory over Philadelphia. The Nets have held two of their last four opponents to 101 points or fewer. Most recently, Brooklyn took down Atlanta by a score of 122-112.

On average, the Nets are scoring 111.9 points while allowing 111.7 points per game.

In Kyrie Irving’s absence, Spencer Dinwiddie has often been the main man in Brooklyn. On the season, Dinwiddie is averaging 22.7 points per game.

50* Powerhouse Play on Pelicans +9½ -109

An impressive Nuggets team (21-8) is set to host a Christmas Day contest against the Pelicans (8-23) in Denver.

New Orleans is just 4-12 on the road, but they’ve earned two of those victories in their last three games. Interrupted by a four-point loss in Golden State, the Pelicans took down Minnesota and then Portland. Most recently, New Orleans defeated the Trail Blazers by a score of 102-94.

On average, the Pelicans are scoring 111.5 points while allowing 117.7 points per game.

Brandon Ingram is leading New Orleans by averaging 25 points and 7.1 rebounds per game. Jure Holiday has led the team in scoring in each of the last two games with 25 and 21 points.

Denver has followed up a three-game losing streak with seven wins in a row. However, five of the seven victories came by nine points or fewer. Most recently, the Nuggets were only able to squeak by the Suns by a score of 113-111.

On average, the Nuggets are scoring 107.8 points while allowing 102.1 points per game.

The Nuggets have to win games with defense because they don’t have a single player averaging more than the 17.8 points per game of Jamal Murray.

100* Sharp Money Syndicate Play on Houston +1 -109

The Hawaiian Airlines Diamond Head Classic continues with a contest between the Houston Cougars (9-3) and the #21 Washington Huskies (10-2).

Houston has now won three games in a row and seven games out of their last eight. Of the Cougars’ two losses, one came by a single point to BYU and another came against #11 Oregon. Most recently, Houston defeated Georgia Tech by a score of 70-59.

On average, the Cougars are scoring 77.3 points while allowing 65 points per game.

Four different Houston players are scoring at least 10.3 points per game. Leading the way is Quentin Grimes, who’s averaging 15.3 points per contest.

Washington has won three games in a row, but that run of wins came after an 83-76 loss to #9 Gonzaga. Including a pair of losses, the Huskies have allowed 75 points or more three times this season. Washington has scored 67 points or fewer three times.

On average, the Huskies are showing 74.8 points while allowing 63.8 points per game.

Forward Isaiah Stewart leads Washington with 18.8 points per game. Only four players are scoring more than 5.9 points per game for the Huskies.

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

A pair of cross-town rivals with the goal of winning the Western Conference will go head to head on Christmas Day when the Lakers (24-6) take on the Clippers (22-10).

The Clippers opened the year with a 112-102 win over the Lakers, and they didn’t even have the services of Paul George. The Clippers are coming off a six-point loss to Oklahoma City, but they entered that game as winners of six of their last eight.

On average, the Clippers are scoring 115.7 points while allowing 108.6 points per game.

The Clippers employ the deadly duo of Kawhi Leonard and Paul George. While Leonard is averaging 25.5 points and 7.8 rebounds per game, George is adding another 24.2 points per game.

After winning seven games in a row, the Lakers have now lost three straight. In each of those three defeats, the Lakers failed to score more than 104 points. Most recently, the Lakers fell to the Nuggets by a score of 128-104.

On average, the Lakers are scoring 112.3 points while allowing 104.9 points per game.

Although Anthony Davis put up 32 points in L.A.’s loss to Denver, no other Laker was able to score more than 16 points.

100* Sharp Money Syndicate Play on BYU/Hawaii over64½ -110

This year’s Hawaii Bowl will feature two five-loss teams as the Hawaii Rainbow Warriors (9-5) take on the BYU Cougars (7-5). The over/under is set at 64.5 points.

After closing the regular season on a four-game winning streak, Hawaii fell to #19 Boise State in the Mountain West Championship Game. In four of the six games leading up to the Boise State game, the Rainbow Warriors scored at least 38 points.

On average, the Rainbow Warriors are scoring 34 points per game on 469 yards of offense while allowing 32 points per game on 426 yards.

Quarterback Cole McDonald led the Hawaii offense by completing 64% of his passes for 3,642 yards with 29 touchdowns and 14 interceptions.

BYU turned into a sort of offensive juggernaut in the second half of the season. Before their loss to San Diego State in their most recent game, BYU scored 31 points or more in four straight games and 42 points or more in three of the four previous games.

On average, the Cougars are scoring 28 points per game on 438 yards of offense while allowing 24 points per game on 385 yards.

BYU quarterback Zach Wilson completed 62.7% of his passes for 2,108 yards, 11 touchdowns, and seven interceptions.

100* Sharp Money Syndicate Play on Ball State -1 -109

The Hawaiian Airlines Diamondhead Classic will feature a matchup between the Ball State Cardinals (6-5) and the UTEP Miners (8-3).

Ball State is coming off a loss to #22 Washington, but that was preceded by a pair of blowout wins over IUPUI and Georgia Tech. The IUPUI victory was one of two wins in which the Cardinals scored 100 points or more this year. Ball State has held opponents below 60 points six times.

On average, the Cardinals are scoring 73.3 points while allowing 61.6 points per game.

Each of Ball State’s top three scorers are shooting at least 50% from the field and averaging at least 11.4 points per game. Tahjai Teague leads the way with 14.2 points and 8.2 rebounds per game.

After a trio of wins, UTEP has now lost back-to-back games against Houston and Hawaii. The Miners have struggled to put up points this year, as they’ve only scored more than 67 points four times this season. Most recently, UTEP fell to Hawaii by a score of 67-63.

On average, the Miners are scoring 69.1 points while allowing 61.7 points per game.

Although Bryson Williams is scoring 10.8 points per game for the Miners, only one other player is averaging double-digit points and only three total Miners are scoring more than 6.6 points a game.

100* Sharp Money Syndicate Play on Pelicans +6½ -109

The Trail Blazers (14-16) are only a couple wins away from an even record. Tonight, they’ll be hosting the Pelicans (7-23) in Portland.

New Orleans returned to their losing ways after stopping a 13-game winning streak with a 107-99 win over Minnesota. However, eight of the Pelicans’ last 12 games have come by seven points or fewer. Most recently, New Orleans lost a game in Golden State by a score of 106-102.

On average, the Pelicans are scoring 111.9 points while allowing 118.5 points per game.

Brandon Ingram has been great for New Orleans this year. Thus far, Ingram is averaging 25.3 points and seven rebounds per game.

Portland has won four games in a row, but two of those victories came by seven points or fewer. The Trail Blazers have allowed 110 points or more in three of their last five games. Meanwhile, Portland scored 113 points or fewer in three of their last five games.

On average, the Trail Blazers are scoring 112.8 points while allowing 113.4 points per game.

After Damian Lillard (26.9 ppg) and CJ McCollum (22.4 ppg), no Portland player is averaging more than 16 points per game. Hassan Whiteside leads the team with 13.4 rebounds per game.

50* Powerhouse Play on Golden Knights -115

Both the Avalanche (22-11-3, 47 points) and Golden Knights (20-13-6, 46 points) are in the top two of their respective divisions. Tonight, they’ll go head to head in Vegas.

Colorado has hit a small rough patch that includes three losses out of four games played. In two of those three losses, the Avalanche allowed five goals. Colorado failed to score more than two goals in two of those three defeats.

On average, the Avalanche are scoring 3.53 goals per game (2nd) while allowing 2.78 goals per game (T-9th)

Nathan MacKinnon accounts for a huge portion of Colorado’s offense. While MacKinnon leads the team with 21 goals and 32 assists for 53 points, no other player has scored more than 28 points on the season.

Vegas enters this game as winners of four of their last five contests with only an overtime loss to Vancouver blemishing their recent record. The Golden Knights scored three goals or more in each of those wins while allowing two goals or fewer in three of them.

On average, the Golden Knights are scoring 2.97 goals per game (18th) while allowing 2.85 goals per game (12th).

To earn a team-high 14 wins from between the pipes, Marc-Andre Fleury is allowing 2.63 goals per game with a .915 save percentage.

50* Powerhouse Play on Oilers +115

One of the day’s latest games will feature an all-Pacific affair between the Oilers (20-15-4, 44 points) and Canucks (18-15-4, 40 points) in Vancouver.

Edmonton looks like they’re ready to find their winning form again by earning two wins out of their last four games. One of their two losses over that stretch came by a single goal to St. Louis. Edmonton has allowed three goals or fewer in three of their last four games.

On average, the Oilers are scoring 2.90 goals per game (20th) while allowing 3.05 goals per game (T-16th).

Both Connor McDavid and Leon Draisaitl have been incredible for Edmonton this year. While McDavid leads the team with 61 points, Draisaitl has added another 60 points.

Vancouver has won each of their last two games, but those victories were preceded by a three-game losing streak. On that run of defeats, the Sharks were outscored 13-6 in large part because of a 6-3 loss to Vegas. The last time Vancouver played Edmonton, the Oilers won by a goal.

On average, the Canucks are scoring 3.16 goals per game (11th) while allowing 3.03 goals per game (15th).

Center Elias Pettersson continues to lead the Canucks with his 17 goals and 22 assists for a team-high 39 points.

50* Powerhouse Play on Kings +6 -110

The Rockets (20-9) are aiming to chase down the Western Conference leaders. Tonight, they’ll go into Sacramento to take on the Kings (12-17).

Houston has won three games in a row, but only one of those victories came by more than five points. When the Rockets last played the Kings, Sacramento earned a one-point win. Houston has allowed 117 points or more in each of their last two games.

On average, the Rockets are scoring 120.4 points while allowing 114.8 points per game.

After James Harden (38.8 ppg) and Russell Westbrook (23.8 ppg), no other player on the Rockets is scoring more than 14 points per game this season.

Sacramento has lost four of its last five games, but two of those defeats came by four points or fewer. Most recently, the Kings dropped a contest against Memphis by a score of 119-115. In their last two home games, Sacramento beat Oklahoma City and then fell to the Knicks by two.

On average, the Kings are scoring 105.1 points while allowing 107.9 points per game.

Guard Buddy Hield leads the Kings with 20.6 points per game. De’Aaron Fox is averaging 17.8 points per game, and is finally active again.

100* Sharp Money Syndicate Play on Predators -145

While the Coyotes (21-13-4, 46 points) lead a tight race in the Pacific, the Predators (17-12-6, 40 points) are in danger of falling too far behind in the Central. Tonight, these teams will face off in Nashville.

Although Arizona enters this evening’s contest on the back of a 5-2 win over Detroit, they haven’t strung two wins together since their first two games of December. Before playing the Red Wings, the Coyotes fell to Minnesota by a score of 8-5. This will be Arizona’s second game in as many days.

On average, the Coyotes are scoring 2.76 goals per game (23rd) while allowing 2.47 goals per game (1st).

Although Darcy Kuemper has been one of the best goaltenders in the league this year, he was a part of that 8-5 thrashing at the hands of Minnesota just days ago.

The Predator are 9-6-4 at home, and they enter tonight’s game as winners of three of their last four. The Preds scored four goals or more in each of those three wins, and defeated the Islanders by a score of 8-3 in the middle of that run. Most recently, Nashville defeated Boston 4-3 in overtime.

On average, the Predators are scoring 3.49 goals per game (4th) while allowing 3.20 goals per game (T-24th).

Nashville is an offensive team, and Roman Josi leads the way with 13 goals and 20 assists for a team-high 33 points.

50* Powerhouse Play on Hawks +1½ -109

The Hawks (6-24) and Cavaliers (8-21) have only 14 combined wins between them. Tonight, these two teams will face off in Cleveland.

Atlanta is currently slipping on a seven-game losing streak, but three of those defeats either came by five points or in overtime. Offensively, the Hawks have scored 118 points or more in four out of their last nine contests. Most recently, Atlanta fell to Brooklyn by a score of 122-112.

On average, the Hawks are scoring 108.5 points while allowing 118.5 points per game.

Point guard Trae Young has been an offensive juggernaut for Atlanta. Thus far, Young is averaging 29 points and 8.4 assists per game. Young has scored 30 points or more in each of the last four games.

Cleveland has won each of their last two games, but they were blown out twice in a row just before this short winning streak. Out of their last 13 games, the Cavaliers have only three wins and needed overtime in one of those victories. Cleveland has allowed 123 points or more on nine occasions this year.

On average, the Cavaliers are scoring 103.9 points while allowing 113.4 points per game.

Cleveland doesn’t have the luxury of a big-time scorer. Leading the team is Collin Sexton, who’s averaging 17.6 points per game.

100* Sharp Money Syndicate Play on Siena -5½ -110

The Canisius Golden Griffins (5-5) will no longer be a .500 team after today’s contest against the Siena Saints (3-5).

Canisius jumped out to a solid record with four straight wins within their first six games, but they’ve since lost three of their last four. Surrounding a win over Holy Cross were losses to Hofstra, Florida Atlantic, and Buffalo. Of their five road games, Canisius has only beaten UIC.

On average, the Golden Griffins are scoring 70.8 points while allowing 70.6 points per game.

Guard Malik Johnson leads Canisius in scoring with 14.4 points per game, but he’s shooting just 28.9% from beyond the arc and just 39.5% from the field.

After a run of four straight losses, Siena recovered with an 81-71 win over Bucknell in their most recent contest. In the four-game losing streak, two defeats came by four points or fewer and another came in a triple-overtime game. Siena is a perfect 3-0 at home.

On average, the Saints are scoring 73.9 points while allowing 74.8 points per game.

Siena has four scorers averaging 13.9 points or more to rely on. Leading the group is Elijah Burns, who’s averaging 16 points and 6.3 rebounds per game.

100* Sharp Money Syndicate Play on Marshall/Central Florida under62 -110

This year’s Gasparilla Bowl will pit the UCF Knights (9-3) against the Marshall Thundering Herd (8-4). The over/under is set at 62 points.

UCF finished the year with two straight victories, and they won five of their last six contests. While offensive firepower if this team’s forte, they were solid on defense. The Knights held opponents to 21 points or fewer on five occasions this season.

On average, the Knights are scoring 43 points per game on 536 yards of offense while allowing 23 points per game on 344 yards.

Gabriel Davis was UCF’s biggest weapon this year. Davis caught 72 balls for 1,241 yards and 12 touchdowns. No other receiver topped 776 yards.

Marshall closed the season with six wins out of their last seven games. Defense was a big part of that strong finish, as the Thundering Herd held five different opponents to 24 points or fewer over that stretch. Most recently, Marshall defeated Florida International by three in overtime.

On average, the Thundering Herd are scoring 26 points per game on 396 yards of offense while allowing 23 points per game on 362 yards.

Marshall quarterback Isaiah Green threw for 14 touchdowns and nine interceptions on the year, and he didn’t top 100 yards in either of his last two games.

50* Powerhouse Play on Nuggets/Lakers under209 -110

The Lakers (24-5) are looking to recover from their first back-to-back losses of the season tonight as they host the Nuggets (19-8) in Los Angeles. The over/under is set at 209 points.

Denver is one of the hottest teams in basketball with a five-game winning streak, and they’ve done most of the damage on the defensive end. The Nuggets haven’t allowed more than 105 points in any of those five wins, and they haven’t allowed more than 100 points in three of their last six games.

On average, the Nuggets are scoring 106.9 points while allowing 101.7 points per game.

Denver has to win games with defense because they don’t have a great scorer on the team. Jamal Murray leads the way with only 17.9 points per game.

Although Los Angeles owns the best record in the Western Conference, they’ve found points hard to come by lately. The Lakers haven’t scored more than 104 points in any of their last three games, and they’ve failed to top 96 points in two of their last three victories.

On average, the Lakers are scoring 112.6 points while allowing 104.1 points per game.

Both LeBron James and Anthony Davis are dealing with small injuries. Davis is averaging 27.7 points per game and James is scoring 25.8 points per game.

100* Sharp Money Syndicate Play on Coyotes -205

One of the best teams in the NHL is set to take on one of the worst as the Coyotes (20-13-4, 44 points) go into Detroit to face the Red Wings (9-25-3, 21 points).

Arizona fell in their most recent game despite scoring five goals, but they won five of their previous eight building up to that contest. The Coyotes scored three goals or more in each of those wins, and four goals or more in three of them. Four of those five opponents were held to two goals or fewer.

On average, the Coyotes are scoring 2.70 goals per game (23rd) while allowing 2.49 goals per game (T-2nd).

Goaltender Darcy Kuemper has been a big reason for Arizona’s success this season. With a .929 save percentage, Kuemper is allowing 2.17 goals per game.

Detroit has only won five games at home, and is currently riding a three-game losing streak. Most recently, the Red Wings fell to Toronto by a score of 4-1. Detroit has allowed four goals or more in each of their last three games while failing to score more than three goals in any of those contests.

On average, the Red Wings are scoring 2.16 goals per game (31st) while allowing 3.89 goals per game (31st).

Only two Detroit players have scored more than eight goals this season.

50* Powerhouse Play on TCU -2 -105

One of the best games of the day will feature the TCU Horned Frogs (8-2) playing host to the Xavier Musketeers (10-2).

Before taking down Western Carolina in their most recent contest, Xavier took their second defeat of the season when they faced off against Wake Forest. The Musketeers have now failed to reach 80 points in each of their last three games.

On average, the Musketeers are scoring 74 points while allowing 64.1 points per game.

Naji Marshall leads Xavier with 16.9 points per game, but he’s shooting just 25.9% from three-point range. Paul Scruggs is adding another 15.2 points per game.

TCU has dropped two games all season, and neither has been by more than two points. The Horned Frogs have now won four of their last five and are looking to build momentum. Most recently, TCU defeated Lamar by a score of 79-50. TCU is 7-1 at home.

On average, the Horned Frogs are scoring 73.7 points while allowing 60.7 points per game.

While shooting 46.5% from the field, Desmond Bane is averaging 16.1 points, 6.8 rebounds, and 3.5 assists to lead this TCU squad. Two other players are adding at least 11.5 points per game.

50* Powerhouse Play on Raiders/Chargers under46 -110

While the Raiders (6-8) are 1-5 on the road, the Chargers (5-9) are just 2-5 at home. These two teams will face off in Los Angeles Sunday afternoon. The over/under is set at 46 points.

Oakland has seen its playoff hopes dissipate with a four-game losing streak. Over that run of defeats, the Raiders failed to score more than 21 points. In their last two road games, Oakland couldn’t manage 10 points against the Jets and Chiefs.

On average, the Raiders are scoring 20 points per game on 366 yards of offense while allowing 28 points per game on 384 yards.

For the year, quarterback Derek Carr has completed 70% of his passes while racking up 3,372 yards, 19 touchdowns, and eight interceptions.

After easily taking care of business against Jacksonville, Los Angeles was blown out by Minnesota by a score of 39-10 last week. The Chargers have now scored 20 points or fewer in nine games this year. Los Angeles has also failed to score more than 17 points six times.

On average, the Chargers are scoring 21 points per game on 386 yards of offense while allowing 21 points per game on 319 yards.

It’s been an up-and-down year for Philip Rivers, who’s thrown for 21 touchdowns and 18 picks.

100* Sharp Money Syndicate Play on Charlotte -1½ -109

The East Carolina Pirates (4-7) are sitting at the bottom of the American Athletic Conference. Today, they’ll host the Charlotte 49ers (6-4).

Charlotte enters this contest riding a three-game winning streak. The 49ers largely dominated their opponents over that stretch by holding teams to 57 points or fewer. Charlotte has held five different opponents to 58 points or fewer this season.

On average, the 49ers are scoring 71.2 points while allowing 63.5 points per game.

Jordan Shepherd leads Charlotte with 16.2 points per game, and two other players are adding another 10.3 points per game or more.

Before a pair of wins over Campbell and Maryland-Eastern Shore, East Carolina dropped four games in a row. The Pirates allowed 74 points or more in each of those losses, and allowed 85 points or more in two of them. East Carolina is just 3-2 at home.

On average, the Pirates are scoring 72 points while allowing 72.9 points per game.

After Jayden Gardner, who’s averaging 20.1 points per game, no other Pirate is scoring at least 11 points per contest.

50* Powerhouse Play on Loyola Marymount -6 -109

Neither the CS Fullerton Titans (3-9) or the Loyola Marymount Lions (5-7) own a winning record. Today, they’ll face off against one another.

Fullerton enters tonight’s contest as losers of six in a row. The Titans have been held to 69 points in six of those losses, and couldn’t reach more than 59 points in four of them. Most recently, Fullerton was defeated by San Francisco by a score of 91-69.

On average, the Titans are scoring 61.1 points while allowing 67.8 points per game.

Austen Awosika leads the Titans in scoring, but he’s shooting only 12.5% from three. Only three total Titans are scoring more than 7.9 points a game.

Loyola Marymount lost their two most recent contests, but one was by only two points. The Lions also won the two previous games while putting up 79 points or more. Marymount has scored as many as 105 points in a game this year.

On average, the Lions are scoring 70.2 points while allowing 69 points per game.

Eli Scott continues to lead Marymount. While shooting 56.6% from the field, Scott is scoring 16.6 points per game. Ivan Alipiev is adding another 11.5 points per game.

100* Sharp Money Syndicate Play on Mavs/Raptors under217½ -109

The Mavericks (19-9) have been great away from home. Tonight, they’ll have a chance to extend their road winning streak by taking on the Raptors (20-8) in Toronto. The over/under is set at 217.5 points.

With a dominant win over Philadelphia in their most recent game, Dallas improved their winning streak away from home to six. The Mavericks have held opponents to 100 points or fewer in four of their last seven victories. Dallas has scored 106 points or fewer in five of their nine losses.

On average, the Mavericks are scoring 117.6 points while allowing 108.8 points per game.

Luka Doncic is a legitimate MVP candidate, but he’s the only Dallas player averaging more than 17.6 points per game, and one of just two players putting up more than 13.5 points a game.

Toronto has won four in a row and five of their last six games. The Raptors held three opponents to 102 points or fewer over that stretch of wins. Toronto has scored 112 points or fewer in seven of their last nine games.

On average, the Raptors are scoring 112 points while allowing 105.9 points per game.

Pascal Siakam leads Toronto with 25.1 points a game, but no other Raptor is averaging at least 20 points per game.

50* Powerhouse Play on Giants/Redskins under42 -110

The two bottom dwellers in the NFC East are set to face off on Sunday afternoon as the Redskins (3-11) host the Giants (3-11) in Washington D.C. The over/under is set at 42 points.

New York is coming off a 36-20 win over Miami, but the offense has struggled all year long. Out of 14 games, the Giants have only managed 18 points or fewer on eight occasions. New York only scored a maximum of 17 points in the three games leading up to last week.

On average, the Giants are scoring 20 points per game on 341 yards of offense while allowing 27 points on 392 yards.

Daniel Jones is set to return at quarterback this week. In his last two starts, Jones threw for a total of 390 yards and the Giants scored 14 points or fewer.

Washington is another team that’s struggled to score points all year. In 11 of their 14 games, the Redskins have failed to score more than 21 points. Washington fell to New York by a score of 24-3 the last time these two teams met.

On average, the Redskins are scoring 15 points per game on 293 yards of offense while allowing 25 points per game on 382 yards.

Dwayne Haskins has gotten more play time under his belt since his first game against the Giants, but it’s worth noting that he threw for just 107 yards with no touchdowns and three picks in that contest.

100* Sharp Money Syndicate Play on Bengals/Dolphins under46½ -110

It appears that the Bengals (1-13) are going to win the race with the Dolphins (3-11) for the top overall draft pick. We’ll see these two teams go head to head on the field Sunday afternoon. The over/under is set at 46.5 points.

Cincinnati has been the worst team in football, and it’s largely because the offense has been terrible. In fact, the Bengals have failed to score more than 23 points all season long. Cincinnati has also scored 17 points or fewer 10 times this year.

On average, the Bengals are scoring 15 points per game on 334 yards of offense while allowing 26 points per game on 402 yards.

Andy Dalton recently returned at quarterback for the Bengals. On the season, Dalton has thrown for more interceptions (13) than touchdowns (11).

Since upsetting Philadelphia, Miami has fallen to both New York teams while failing to score more than 21 points. Those losses marked the 10thand 11th times the Dolphins have scored 21 points or fewer. Miami has also scored fewer than 17 points seven times this year.

On average, the Dolphins are scoring 17 points per game on 311 yards of offense while allowing 31 points per game on 407 yards.

The most damning statistic for the Dolphins is the fact that quarterback Ryan Fitzpatrick leads the team in rushing with just 219 yards.

50* Powerhouse Play on Spurs +6 -109

With one eye on the Western Conference-leading Lakers, the Clippers (21-9) are set to face off against the Spurs (11-16) tonight in San Antonio.

Los Angeles was recently building some momentum with a four-game winning streak, but that came to a grinding halt with a three-point loss in Chicago. The Clippers have now lost two of their past three games and are just 7-7 on the road. Most recently, the Clippers fell to Houston by five.

On average, the Clippers are scoring 115.2 points while allowing 108.2 points per game.

The Clippers are led by the duo of Kawhi Leonard and Paul George. Both players are currently hitting 45.2% of their shots from the field.

San Antonio has only lost two of their past six games, and each was tightly contested. The loss to Cleveland went to overtime and the loss to Houston was by a two-point margin. At home, the Spurs have won five of their last six, including a 107-97 win over the Clippers.

On average, the Spurs are scoring 112 points while allowing 115 points per game.

DeMar DeRozan has been a consistent performer for San Antonio this year. On the season, DeRozan is averaging 20.6 points per game.

50* Powerhouse Play on Clippers/Spurs over224½ -109

If the Spurs (11-16) will keep their winning record at home, they’ll need to take care of business against the Clippers (21-9) tonight in San Antonio. The over/under is set at 224.5 points.

Los Angeles has now lost two of their last three after going on a four-game winning streak. The Clippers have scored 117 points or more in three of their last four games. Los Angeles has also allowed 117 points or more in two of their last four games.

On average, the Clippers are scoring 115.2 points while allowing 108.2 points per game.

While Kawhi Leonard is averaging 25.5 points and 7.9 rebounds per game, Paul George is adding another 25.2 points per game.

San Antonio has now won four of their last six contests. In three of those games, the Spurs scored 118 points or more, including a 135-133 victory over Houston. San Antonio has allowed 117 points or more in four of their last seven games.

On average, the Spurs are scoring 112 points while allowing 115 points per game.

Patty Mills has led the Spurs with 26 points or more in two of his last three games. On the season, Mills is scoring 12 points per game.

50* Powerhouse Play on Oregon State -5½ -109

While the Oregon State Beavers (9-1) only have a single blemish on the record, the Texas A&M Aggies (4-5) are seeking to earn an even record. They’ll play one another tonight in Texas.

Oklahoma State’s lone defeat of the season came by eight points against Oklahoma in November. Since then, the Beavers have won seven games in a row while beating four of their opponents by 20 points or more. Most recently, Oregon State beat UTSA by 10.

On average, the Beavers are scoring 80.9 points while allowing 65.4 points per game.

While shooting 50% from beyond the arc and 55.3% from the field, forward Tres Tinkle leads this Oregon State team with 20.8 points and 7.6 rebounds per contest.

Before taking down Texas A&M-CC by three, the Aggies lost four games in a row. On that losing streak, Texas A&M failed to top 62 points. The Aggies have scored 51 points or fewer on four occasions this year.

On average, the Aggies are scoring 57 points while allowing 62.8 points per game.

Texas A&M often struggles to score points. The Aggies don’t have anyone scoring more than 11.1 points per game, and only two players averaging more than 7.9 points per game.

100* Sharp Money Syndicate Play on Rams/49ers under45 -110

The last game on the NFL’s Saturday slate pits the Rams (8-6) against the 49ers (11-3) in San Francisco. The over/under is set at 45 points.

Los Angeles is coming off a bad loss to Dallas that all but ended their playoff hopes. However, the Rams won three of the four previous games with strong defense. While taking down Chicago, Arizona, and Seattle, Los Angeles allowed 12 points or fewer.

On average, the Rams are scoring 24 points per game on 381 yards of offense while allowing 22 points per game on 355 yards.

The running game has suffered for Los Angeles lately. In two of their past four games, running back Todd Gurley ran for no more than 22 yards.

San Francisco suffered a surprising defeat to Atlanta in their most recent contest. However, that was just the second time the 49ers have allowed more than 27 points. In fact, San Fran has held opponents to 17 points or fewer on seven occasions.

On average, the 49ers are scoring 30 points per game on 396 yards of offense while allowing 18 points per game on 294 yards.

Defense is the strength of this San Francisco team. Quarterback Jimmy Garoppolo has thrown for more than 253 yards just once over the last four games.

100* Sharp Money Syndicate Play on Canadiens -115

We’ll get an even matchup between two good teams tonight in Edmonton when the Oilers (19-15-4, 42 points) host the Canadiens (17-12-6, 40 points).

Montreal is one of the hottest teams in hockey right now. In addition to winning six of their last eight contests, the Canadiens have won each of their last four games on the road. On that streak of road victories, Montreal allowed only a single goal on three occasions.

On average, the Canadiens are scoring 3.14 goals per game (T-12th) while allowing 3.14 goals per game (T-19th).

Carey Price has been the main goaltender for Montreal. With his .907 save percentage, Price is allowing 2.84 goals per game.

Edmonton began the year as one of the hottest teams in the NHL, but they’ve not been able to string together victories lately. In fact, the Oilers have now lost six of their last seven games. Most recently, Edmonton fell to Pittsburgh by a score of 5-2.

On average, the Oilers are scoring 2.87 goals per game (20th) while allowing 3.05 goals per game (16th).

Connor McDavid and Leon Draisaitl both have 58 points or more, but no other Edmonton skater has more than 25 points on the season.

50* Powerhouse Play on Blue Jackets -160

The Devils (11-18-5, 27 points) and Blue Jackets (15-14-6, 36 points) both sit at the bottom of the Metropolitan division. Tonight, they’ll face off in Columbus.

New Jersey has been bad all year, and it hasn’t gotten any better lately. The Devils have lost eight of their last 10 games, and they haven’t scored more than three goals in five straight contests. Most recently, New Jersey fell to Washington by a score of 6-3.

On average, the Devils are scoring 2.41 goals per game (30th) while allowing 3.47 goals per game (30th).

Left winger Taylor Hall leads New Jersey with only 25 points on six goals and 19 assists. Kyle Palmieri leads the team in scoring with 14 goals.

Columbus enters tonight’s game as winners of three in a row, and their last two defeats both came in overtime. On their current winning streak, the Blue Jackets have outscored their opponents 11-5. Most recently, Columbus won an overtime contest against the Kings.

On average, the Blue Jackets are scoring 2.57 goals per game (28th) while allowing 2.91 goals per game (13th).

Joonas Korpisalo has earned 15 wins from between the pipes while allowing 2.62 goals per game with a .909 save percentage.

50* Powerhouse Play on Hurricanes -160

With a win tonight, the Panthers (17-12-5, 39 points) could jump into second in the Atlantic. To do so, they’ll have to go into Carolina and beat the Hurricanes (22-11-2, 46 points).

Florida has erupted for six and seven goals over their last two games, but that followed a run of three straight losses. On that losing streak, the Panthers failed to score more than two goals in any game. Florida lost each of their last two road games, including a 4-2 defeat to Carolina.

On average, the Panthers are scoring 3.50 goals per game (4th) while allowing 3.24 goals per game (T-25th).

In addition to scoring 12 goals, center Jonathan Huberdeau leads this Florida team with 33 assists and 45 points. Brett Connolly has scored a team-high 14 goals.

Carolina is riding a three-game winning streak, and only a 1-0 overtime loss has kept them from winning seven straight. Over their last five games, the Hurricanes have outscored their opponents 25-10. In their most recent home game, Carolina beat Minnesota by a score of 6-2.

On average, the Hurricanes are scoring 3.26 goals per game (9th) while allowing 2.57 goals per game (5th).

Left winger Sebastion Aho has been scoring goals at a blistering pace this season. So far, Aho has netted 21 total goals.

100* Sharp Money Syndicate Play on Evansville PK -109

A pair of teams sitting on winning records will face off this evening when the Evansville Purple Aces (8-4) host the Murray State Racers (6-4).

Murray State has won two games in a row, but those victories followed back-to-back losses to Drake and Missouri State. While the latter of those defeats came by just two points, the first of those losses was by a 10-point margin. If Murray State’s one-point win over Weber State had gone differently, they would have suffered a four-game losing streak.

On average, the Racers are scoring 73.9 points while allowing 61.2 points per game.

Only two Racers are averaging double-digit points. Tevin Brown leads the way with 14.6 points per game while shooting 41% from the field.

Evansville is coming off a loss to Jacksonville State, but they won five in a row leading up to that game. On their winning streak, the Purple Aces scored 90 points or more three times. Evansville also has a big win over #1 Kentucky under their belt.

On average, the Purple Aces are scoring 78.1 points while allowing 77.3 points per game.

Forward DeAndre Williams has been a beast for Evansville. While shooting 47.6% from three and 72.4% from the field, Williams is scoring 16.3 points per game.

50* Powerhouse Play on Utah +6½ -110

One of the best games of the day features the Utah Utes (9-2) hosting the undefeated #20 San Diego State Aztecs (11-0).

Apart from a two-point win over San Jose State, San Diego State has won every game this year by five points or more. Not counting their recent contest against San Diego Christian, the Aztecs have reached 80 points only four times this season.

On average, the Aztecs are scoring 76.7 points while allowing 56.6 points per game.

Malachi Flynn leads the San Diego State offense with his 15.5 points per game, but no other Aztec is putting up more than 11.5 points per game.

After suffering their second loss of the season in a 65-61 contest against Tulane, Utah has ripped off five straight victories. Most recently, the Utes earned a huge upset win over #6 Kentucky. That marks the third consecutive game in which Utah has held their opponent to 67 points or fewer.

On average, the Utes are scoring 81.7 points while allowing 68.4 points per game.

Forward Timmy Allen has been huge for Utah. While shooting 54.2% from the field, Allen is averaging 21 points and 7.5 assists per game.

100* Sharp Money Syndicate Play on Jazz/Hornets under210 -105

The Jazz (17-11) will look to build on an impressive season when they go into Charlotte to take on the Hornets (13-18) in a late afternoon contest. The over/under is set at 210 points.

Utah enters today’s game as winners of four straight, two of which came on the road. The Jazz have now allowed 106 points or fewer in three straight contests. Most recently, Utah went into Atlanta and defeated the Hawks by a score of 111-106.

On average, the Jazz are scoring 107.2 points while allowing 106.3 points per game.

After Donovan Mitchell (25.4 ppg) and Bojan Bogdanovic (21 ppg), the Jazz don’t have anyone scoring more than 14.8 points per game.

Despite winning two of their last four games, Charlotte has only scored 98 points or fewer in three of them. The Hornets were also held to 85 points or fewer in two of those contests. Charlotte has held opponents to 102 points or fewer in three of their last four games.

On average, the Hornets are scoring 104.5 points while allowing 110.5 points per game.

No Charlotte player is scoring more than 19.1 points per game, and only two are scoring more than 12.3 points per game.

50* Powerhouse Play on SE Missouri State +9 -110

Neither the SE Missouri State Redhawks (3-8) or the Southern Illinois Salukis (5-7) own a winning record. These two squads will face off later today.

After a loss to #5 Ohio State, SE Missouri State is now on a four-game skid. This difficult run was preceded by a 66-51 victory over Denver.  Of their eight losses, half have been by nine points or fewer. The Redhawks earned a one-point win over Purdue Fort Wayne early in the season.

On average, the Redhawks are scoring 65.3 points while allowing 73.1 points per game.

The core of the Redhawks scoring comes from four players averaging between 8.3 and 9.7 points per game. Forward Sage Tolbert is a big part of that group. Thus far, Tolbert is averaging 9.3 points and 6.6 rebounds per game.

Before taking down Hampton in their most recent contest, Southern Illinois went on a stretch that produced a 2-7 record. On that stretch, the Salukis were blown out by the likes of Missouri, San Francisco, and Murray State. Southern Illinois has failed to reach 70 points in eight games.

On average, the Salukis are scoring 64.3 points while allowing 62.1 points per game.

Guard Aaron Cook leads this Southern Illinois team with 15 points per game, but he’s shooting just 27.3% from three.

100* Sharp Money Syndicate Play on SMU/Florida Atlantic under69½ -110

The SMU Mustangs (10-2) and Florida Atlantic Owls (10-3) only have three total losses between them. Saturday, they’ll face off in the Boca Raton Bowl. The over/under is set at 69.5 points.

After starting the season 8-0, SMU lost two of their last four games. In their final defeat of the season, the Mustangs scored only 28 points. Defensively, SMU held four opponents to 21 points or fewer.

On average, the Mustangs are scoring 43 points per game on 495 yards of offense while allowing 32 points per game on 438 yards.

SMU quarterback Shane Buechele wasn’t able to top 251 yards in either of the final two games of the regular season. That was a sharp regression for a QB who threw for 3,626 yards for the year.

After starting the season with losses to #5 Ohio State and #18 UCF, FAU became a good defensive team. The Owls held nine opponents to 26 points or fewer, and held sex opponents to 17 points or fewer. To end the season, FAU took down UAB by a score of 49-6.

On average, the Owls are scoring 35 points per game on 443 yards of offense while allowing 22 points per game on 370 yards.

Chris Robinson led the FAU offense by throwing for 3,396 yards, 26 touchdowns, and six interceptions. The QB threw for more than 300 yards on five occasions.

50* Powerhouse Play on SIU-Edwardsville +7½ -115

You’ll only find three combined wins between the SIU-Edwardsville Cougars (2-9) and the Detroit Mercy Titans (1-10). They’ll be facing off this afternoon.

After starting the year with a record of 2-2, Edwardsville has now lost seven games in a row. However, two of those losses came by seven points or fewer. Edwardsville has topped 73 points in three of their nine losses. Most recently, the Cougars were defeated by Winthrop by a score of 93-73.

On average, the Cougars are scoring 62.1 points while allowing 74.8 points per game.

Guard Zeke Moore has been good for Edwardsville. While shooting 50.5% from the field, Moore leads the team with 12.6 points per game.

Detroit Mercy is currently riding a seven-game losing streak of their own. The Titans were defeated by eight points or more in six of those seven losses. Most recently, Detroit Mercy fell to Northeastern by a score of 74-61.

On average, the Titans are scoring 65.5 points while allowing 82.2 points per game.

After Antoine Davis, who’s scoring 24.3 points per game, no other Detroit player is putting up more than 8.8 points per game.

50* Powerhouse Play on Green Bay +6½ -110

In early afternoon game in the world of college basketball features the Green Bay Phoenix (4-8) heading on the road to take on the Northern Illinois Huskies (7-5).

Green Bay is coming off their first win in December after putting up 126 points against Concordia Illinois. That marks the Phoenix’ second game with more than 100 points. In fact, Green Bay has scored at least 85 points in each of their four wins, and they’ve topped 80 points on six occasions in total.

On average, the Phoenix are scoring 82.4 points while allowing 80.9 points per game.

Green Bay is a high-scoring team, which is why they have five players averaging at least 11 points per game. Guard Amari Davis leads the way with 16.4 points per game.

Northern Illinois was able to take down Chicago State in their most recent contest, but that followed a run of three straight losses. The Huskies didn’t put up more than 57 points in any of those defeats. Of their seven wins, two came by five points or fewer.

On average, the Huskies are scoring 67.3 points while allowing 61.7 points per game.

Eugene German is putting up 20.3 points per game, but no other Husky is scoring more than 8.4 points per game.

50* Powerhouse Play on Texas +1 -110

The Providence Friars (6-6) will no longer own an even record after today’s contest against the Texas Longhorns (9-1).

Through 10 games, Texas has only fallen to Georgetown. After starting the year with a four-game winning streak that included a win over #23 Purdue, the Longhorns are now riding a five-game winning streak. Most recently, Texas beat Central Michigan by 10.

On average, the Longhorns are scoring 69.1 points while allowing 60.2 points per game.

Jase Febres is coming off a 23-point performance, and he’s only the third-leading scorer for Texas. Matt Coleman III leads the way with 13 point a game while hitting 51.3% of his three-point attempts.

After a strong start to the season, Providence is now a .500 team because they’ve dropped five of their last seven. Most recently, the Friars were blown out by Florida by a score of 83-51. Providence has now allowed 75 points or more in four straight contests.

On average, the Friars are scoring 72.9 points while allowing 67.1 points per game.

Despite shooting just 22.5% from three, Alpha Diallo is Providence’s top scorer by averaging 14.1 points per game.

50* Powerhouse Play on Pelicans/Warriors over221½ -110

Two of the weakest teams in the NBA will face off late this evening when the Pelicans (7-22) go into Golden State to take on the Warriors (5-24). The over/under is set at 221.5 points.

Before defeating Minnesota in their most recent contest, New Orleans dropped 13 games in a row. Over that stretch, the Pelicans allowed 114 points or more on nine occasions. New Orleans played six away games over that run of defeats and allowed 127 points or more in four of them.

On average, the Pelicans are scoring 112.2 points while allowing 118.9 points per game.

Brandon Ingram has been a solid scorer for New Orleans this season. Thus far, Ingram is averaging 25.3 points and seven rebounds per game.

Golden State enters tonight’s contest as losers of five straight. Over that losing streak, the Warriors have allowed fewer than 110 points just once. Golden State has given up 122 points or more twice throughout their last five games.

On average, the Warriors are scoring 104.6 points while allowing 114 points per game.

D’Angelo Russell is an important player for this Warriors squad. On the season, Russell is averaging 21.8 points and 6.2 assists.

100* Sharp Money Syndicate Play on Oilers +115

The Oilers (19-14-4, 42 points) have slipped to third in the Pacific, but they have a chance to go level with the two division leaders if they can overpower the Penguins (20-10-4, 44 points) tonight in Edmonton.

Pittsburgh has won three in a row, but one of those victories came in a 1-0 overtime contest and another came via shootout. Prior to this winning streak, the Penguins fell to Montreal by a score of 4-1. The last time Pittsburgh played Edmonton, they fell in overtime.

On average, the Penguins are scoring 3.29 goals per game (7th) while allowing 2.65 goals per game (7th).

Evgeni Malkin leads the Penguins with 20 assists, but it’s center Jake Guentzel who’s score the most goals. Alongside his 19 assists, Guentzel has scored 17 goals for a team-high 36 points.

Edmonton has hit a rough patch of the season, including a 2-1 loss to St. Louis in their most recent contest. However, the Oilers won by the same score in Dallas just before that defeat. Edmonton can also fall back on that overtime victory against Pittsburgh earlier this year.

On average, the Oilers are scoring 2.89 goals per game (19th) while allowing 3.00 goals per game (15th).

Connor McDavid has been outstanding for Edmonton this season. With 20 goals and 39 assists, McDavid leads the Oilers with 59 points.

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

The Celtics (18-7) are aiming to begin a new winning streak. To do so tonight, they’ll need to get by the Pistons (11-17) in Boston.

Detroit has lost two in a row and three of their last four games. A 115-107 win over the Rockets was preceded by a 122-111 loss to the Mavericks and then followed by defeats to the Wizards and Raptors. Each of those three losses came by 11 points or more.

On average, the Pistons are scoring 108.9 points while allowing 109.7 points per game.

Blake Griffin is currently listed as doubtful for this contest. On the season, Griffin is averaging 16.3 points per game. Andre Drummond currently leads the team with just 17.8 points per game.

Boston just followed up their second instance of back-to-back losses with a nice win over Dallas. With that victory, the Celtics have now won five of their last seven. Four of those five wins came by at least nine points, one of which was against a good Miami team.

On average, the Celtics are scoring 110.8 points while allowing 104 points per game.

Kemba Walker has led Boston in scoring in each of the past four games, including a 44-point performance. On the season, Walker is averaging 23.5 points per game.

50* Powerhouse Play on Pistons/Celtics under214½ -109

The Celtics (18-7) are in a heap of teams just a few games back of Milwaukee. Boston needs a home victory over the Pistons (11-17) to keep pace. The over/under is set at 214.5 points.

Detroit has dropped three of their last four games and hasn’t had a ton of success scoring points. In their most recent contest, the Pistons scored 99 points in a loss to Toronto. Detroit also held Houston to just 107 points in their most recent victory.

On average, the Pistons are scoring 108.9 points while allowing 109.7 points per game.

Leading Detroit with only 17.8 points per game, Andre Drummond is the main man by averaging 16.7 rebounds per contest. The Pistons are likely to be without Blake Griffin, who’s averaging 16.3 points a game.

Boston has won five games out of their last seven, and they’ve done so with defense. In each of the Celtic’s last five wins, they’ve allowed 104 points or fewer. In three of those five victories, Boston has held their opponents to 95 points or fewer.

On average, the Celtics are scoring 110.8 points while allowing 104 points per game.

While Boston gets strong offensive production out of Kemba Walker (23.5 ppg) and Jayson Tatum (20.8 ppg), they only have four players scoring more than 11.8 points per game.

50* Powerhouse Play on Furman -8½ -109

The Mercer Bears (5-6) have a chance to get to .500, but they’ll have to get by the Furman Paladins (10-3) in order to do so today.

Furman kicked off December with a pair of losses. However, one of those defeats came in overtime against #14 Auburn, and the Paladins followed it up with three wins in a row. Most recently, Furman took down Winthrop by a score of 80-73.

On average, the Paladins are scoring 79.7 points while allowing 64.2 points per game.

Four Furman players are scoring at least 10 points per game, and two of those are putting up more than 15 points per game. Jordan Lyons leads the way with 15.3 points per contest, and Noah Gurley is adding another 15.2 points per contest.

Before getting the best of UNC Wilmington in their most recent contest, Mercer dropped four games in a row. Over that run of defeats, the Bears never topped 67 points while allowing 73 points or more on three occasions.

On average, the Bears are scoring 72.5 points while allowing 75.5 points per game.

For Mercer, only three players are scoring double-digit points per game, and only five players are putting up for than 5.6 points per game.

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 Buffalo/Charlotte under52½ -110

When the Makers Wanted Bahamas Bowl gets underway, we’ll get to witness the Buffalo Bulls (7-5) go head to head with the Charlotte 49ers (7-5). The over/under is set at 52.5 points.

Buffalo ended the year on a high by winning a pair of games against Toledo and Bowling Green. In the latter contest, the Bulls allowed just seven total points. That would mark the seventh time this season that Buffalo would give up no more than 22 points in a game.

On average, the Bulls are scoring 31.5 points per game on 397 yards of offense while allowing 22.3 points per game on 293 yards.

Kyle Vantrease took over at quarterback less than halfway through the season and led the Bulls to a bowl game, but this team hasn’t often relied on his arm to power the offense. In his seven games this year, Vantrease has topped 200 passing yards just once.

Charlotte earned themselves a bowl game by going on a five-game winning streak to close the season. On that run of games, the 49ers held their opponents to 22 points or fewer on four occasions. And despite winning five straight, Charlotte failed to score more than 28 points twice.

On average, the 49ers are scoring 31.6 points per game on 423 yards of offense while allowing 32.5 points per game on 389 yards.

Charlotte won their fair share of games, and they did so without having a running back go for more than Benny LeMay’s 1,027 yards and nine touchdowns. No other running back on the roster rushed for more than 377 yards.

100* Sharp Money Syndicate Play on Golden Knights -130

The Golden Knights (19-13-5, 43 points) could jump to the top of the Pacific division with a good result tonight when they go into Vancouver to take on the Canucks (16-15-4, 36 points).

Vegas has won four of its last five contests and is currently riding a three-game winning streak. The Golden Knights just played the Canucks four days ago. In that matchup, Vegas had their way with the visitors and won by a score of 6-3.

On average, the Golden Knights are scoring 2.95 goals per game (18th) while allowing 2.84 goals per game (12th).

Vegas currently has two players with more than 30 points on the season. Max Pacioretty leads the way with 35 points, and Mark Stone has added another 32 points.

Vancouver is on a run almost perfectly opposite to Vegas. The Canucks have lost four of their last five and find themselves on a three-game slide. In addition to falling to Vegas in that 6-3 contest just days ago, Vancouver has scored only three total goals in the other two defeats on this losing streak.

On average, the Canucks are scoring 3.09 goals per game (13th) while allowing 3.06 goals per game (T-17th).

Goaltender Jacob Markstrom leads Vancouver in net with a .915 save percentage while allowing 2.70 goals 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 Blackhawks +167

The Blackhawks (13-16-6, 32 points) are at the bottom of the Central division. Tonight, they’ll go into Winnipeg to take on the Jets (20-12-2, 42 points).

Before falling to Colorado by three in their most recent contest, Chicago defeated Minnesota by a score of 5-3. That was the second time in the last three games that the Blackhawks have scored three goals or more. Chicago and Winnipeg last met back in October in a game that was decided in overtime.

On average, the Blackhawks are scoring 2.69 goals per game (T-21st) while allowing 3.14 goals per game (T-19th).

While the Blackhawks are a far cry from their glory years, Patrick Kane continues to show his brilliance. This year, Kane has scored 18 goals and assisted 22 times for a team-high 40 points.

Winnipeg last played on Tuesday when they were destroyed in a 6-3 game against Carolina. That was the Jets’ second loss in their last three games while allowing five goals or more in both defeats. Perhaps the most damning of those losses was the 5-2 contest against lowly Detroit.

On average, the Jets are scoring 3.00 goals per game (T-16th) while allowing 2.82 goals per game (11th).

Center Mark Scheifele leads Winnipeg on the offensive end with 16 goals and 20 assists for a team-high 36 points.

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.

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 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.

100* Sharp Money Syndicate Play on Devils -120

Both the Ducks (14-16-4, 32 points) and Devils (10-17-5, 25 points) are sitting in the last place of their respective divisions. Tonight, these teams will go head to head in New Jersey.

Anaheim has won two of their last four games, but they did so by edging out Minnesota and the New York Rangers in shootouts. Of their last seven away games, the Ducks have won only a single contest. Most recently, Anaheim fell to Philadelphia by a score of 4-1.

On average, the Ducks are scoring 2.53 goals per game (29th) while allowing 2.94 goals per game (T-13th).

John Gibson has won 10 games for the Ducks from between the pipes. While allowing 2.80 goals per game, Gibson has earned a .910 save percentage.

New Jersey will be looking to build some momentum on the back of their 2-1 victory over Arizona in their most recent contest. The Devils have allowed three goals or fewer in four of their last five games.

On average, the Devils are scoring 2.38 goals per game (30th) while allowing 3.47 goals per game (30th).

Left winger Taylor Hall leads the Devils with six goals and 19 assists for 25 points. Kyle Palmieri is the team’s leading goals scorer with 12 total goals.

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.

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.

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.

50* Powerhouse Play on Coyotes +105

While the Coyotes (19-12-4, 42 points) are sitting atop the Pacific, the Sharks (16-17-2, 34 points) are barely staying above the bottom dwellers in the division. Tonight, the Sharks will host the Coyotes in San Jose.

Arizona has feasted on the Blackhawks to win two of their last four games. The Coyotes dropped their most recent contest, which came against New Jersey, but the only allowed two goals. With Darcy Kuemper in net, Arizona has won four of their last five.

On average, the Coyotes are scoring 2.63 goals per game (T-24th) while allowing 2.34 goals per game (3rd).

Arizona has earned their impressive record by being one of the best defensive teams in the NHL. That defensive effort starts with Kuemper, who’s allowing 1.97 goals per game with a .935 save percentage.

San Jose is coming off a 4-2 win over Vancouver, but that single win followed a streak of six straight losses. The Sharks allowed 29 total goals over that six-game stretch. Part of that losing streak was a 7-1 defeat at the hands of Tampa Bay.

On average, the Sharks are scoring 2.69 goals per game (22nd) while allowing 3.46 goals per game (29th).

San Jose is a weak defensive team. Goaltender Martin Jones has won 12 games, but he’s allowing 3.30 goals per game with an .888 save percentage.

100* Sharp Money Syndicate Play on Canucks -125

Both the Canadiens (15-12-6, 36 points) and Canucks (15-14-4, 36 points) are caught in the middle of their respective divisions. Tonight, they’ll go head to head in Vancouver.

After winning three straight, Montreal fell to lowly Detroit by a score of 2-1 their last time on the ice. The Canadiens have struggled to score goals lately, which is exemplified by the fact that they’ve failed to score more than two goals in three of their last five contests.

On average, the Canadiens are scoring 3.12 goals per game (T-12th) while allowing 3.21 goals per game (T-25th).

Led by the 14 goals of Brendan Gallagher, Montreal has four players with 10 goals or more. Apart from those four, no Canadiens skater has more than seven goals.

Vancouver has lost two games in a row, but they won their last home game by a score of 1-0 over Carolina. At home, the Canucks own a record of 8-4-3.

On average, the Canucks are scoring 3.15 goals per game (11th) while allowing 3.06 goals per game (18th).

Led by the 35 points of Elias Pettersson, the Canucks have three players with at least 31 points. Vancouver can also boast three skaters with at least 12 goals on the season.

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 Flyers -145

The Flyers (17-11-5, 39 points) have been struck by the injury bug. Tonight, they’ll look for players to step up and perform when they host the Ducks (14-15-4, 32 points) in Philadelphia.

Anaheim has won two of its last five games, and both wins came by way of a shootout. In each of their three losses over that stretch, the Ducks failed to score more than two goals. Most recently, Anaheim followed up a 2-1 loss to Los Angeles with a 4-3 shootout win over the New York Rangers.

On average, the Ducks are scoring 2.58 goals per game (26th) while allowing 2.91 goals per game (13th).

Jakob Silfverberg leads the Ducks with 12 goals on the season, but it’s Ryan Getzlaf who’s earned the most points (25) on the back of his 10 goals and 15 assists.

Philadelphia will be eager to stop a three-game slide in which they dropped every game of a road trip. The Flyers will be back at home, where they’ve won four of their last five games. Two of those home victories came by a score of 6-1.

On average, the Flyers are scoring 2.97 goals per game (17th) while allowing 2.85 goals per game (11th).

Carter Hart has been decent minding the net for Philly. While allowing 2.47 goals per game, Hart has earned a .906 save percentage.

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.

100* Sharp Money Syndicate Play on Colts/Saints over46½ -110

Monday Night Football features a top contender in the NFC, as the Saints (10-3) get set to host the Colts (6-7) in New Orleans this evening. The over/under is set at 46.5 points.

Indianapolis looked like a favorite to win the AFC South, but then they lost five out of their last six games. Two of those losses came with Brain Hoyer at quarterback, but the Colts have lost three in a row with Jacoby Brissett back under center.

On average, the Colts are scoring 23 points per game on 354 yards of offense while allowing 23 points per game on 360 yards.

On top of allowing 31 points or more in each of their last two games, Indianapolis is also coming off a 35-point performance of their own.

Even coming off a loss to San Francisco, New Orleans looks like a strong team with a high-powered offense. Including a three-game winning streak, the Saints have scored 34, 34, 26, and 46 points over their last four games.

On average, the Saints are scoring 27 points per game on 381 yards of offense while allowing 23 points per game on 360 yards.

Drew Brees is coming off a 349-yard performance against the 49ers, and he’s topped 300 yards twice over his last three games.

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.

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 Rangers +125

Both the Predators (14-12-5, 33 points) and Rangers (16-12-4, 36 points) are struggling within their respective divisions. Tonight, they’ll face off against one another in New York.

December has been an up-and-down month for Nashville thus far. After an overtime loss to the Lightning, the Predators won a pair of games and then lost a pair of games. Defense has been the issue for Nashville lately, as they’ve allowed four goals in three of their last four games.

On average, the Predators are scoring 3.26 points per game (7th) while allowing 3.19 goals per game (24th).

Although Pekka Rinne has won a team-leading 10 games in net for Nashville, he’s allowed 2.99 goals per game with an .893 save percentage.

New York has alternated wins and losses since their three-game winning streak in late November. They’ve been pretty good very recently, as they won two of three before falling to Anaheim in a shootout. In those two recent wins, the Rangers scored five and then six goals.

On average, the Rangers are scoring 3.22 goals per game (8th) while allowing 3.09 goals per game (T-18th).

The Rangers count on their offense to win games, which is why they’re so happy to have Artemi Panarin. Thus far, Panarin has racked up 19 goals and 23 assists for 42 points.

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 Golden Knights -180

The Golden Knights (17-13-5, 39 points) and Canucks (16-13-4, 36 points) sit in fourth and fifth within the Pacific division, respectively. Tonight, they’ll face off in Vegas.

The Canucks have lost two of their past three games while struggling to get the puck in the net. Only a 1-0 overtime win against Carolina separated a 4-1 defeat at the hands of Toronto and a 4-2 defeat at the hands of San Jose. Vancouver has allowed four goals or more in three of their last four contests.

On average, the Canucks are scoring 3.15 goals per game (11th) while allowing 2.97 goals per game (T-14th).

Centers Elias Pettersson and J.T. Miller lead this Vancouver team with 13 goals, each. Brock Boeser is the only other Canuck with more than nine goals.

After an overtime victory in Dallas, Vegas has won two of their last three games. Before taking a 4-2 loss in St. Louis, the Golden Knights scored five in a win over Chicago. Vegas has the advantage of rest with Vancouver playing their second game in as many days.

On average, the Golden Knights are scoring 2.86 goals per game (20th) while allowing 2.86 goals per game (12th).

Marc-Andre Fleury has been very good in net for Vegas this season. To rack up 12 wins, Fleury has allowed 2.54 goals per game and owns a .919 save percentage.

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 Falcons +11 -110

A difficult season for the Falcons (4-9) will get even worse if Atlanta can’t pull off the upset against the 49ers (11-2) in San Francisco later today.

Atlanta earned only a single win through their first eight games, but they’ve been better in the second half of the season by winning three of their last five. The Falcons dominated New Orleans and Carolina by holding either opponent to nine points or fewer, and most recently beat the Panthers again in a 40-20 contest.

On average, the Falcons are scoring 23 points per game on 399 yards of offense while allowing 26 points per game on 380 yards.

Matt Ryan has been very good lately. He’s thrown for at least 271 yards in each of his last four games, and for more than 300 yards in three of those four.

San Francisco may be the best team in the NFC, but they’ve shown some weakness recently. Out of their last six games, the 49ers have won by more than a 10-point margin just once. The San Francisco defense is coming off a game in which they allowed 46 to New Orleans.

On average, the 49ers are scoring 31 points per game on 402 yards per game while allowing 18 points per game on 294 yards.

This year, Jimmy Garoppolo has thrown for 3,245 yards with 25 touchdowns and 11 interceptions.

100* Sharp Money Syndicate Play on Jaguars/Raiders over46 -110

With a win today the Raiders (6-7) will get back to a .500 record. To do so, they’ll need to overcome the Jaguars (4-9) in Oakland. The over/under is set at 46 points.

In addition to being 2-4 away from home, Jacksonville has lost five games in a row. With Gardner Minshew starting, the Jags have scored 26 points or more on five occasions. Defensively, Jacksonville has allowed 26 points or more in each of their last five games, and 42 points or more in two of their last three.

On average, the Jaguars are scoring 18 points per game on 368 yards of offense while allowing 26 points per game on 393 yards.

This season, Minshew has thrown for 2,594 yards with 15 touchdowns and five interceptions.

Oakland recently hit a rough stretch of performances. While losing three in a row, the Raiders allowed 34 points or more to the Jets, Chiefs, and Titans. Most recently, Oakland scored 21 points but gave up twice as many to Nashville.

On average, the Raiders are scoring 20 points per game on 363 yards of offense while allowing 28 points per game on 392 yards.

While completing more than 70% of his passes, Derek Carr has thrown for 3,105 yards with 18 touchdowns and eight interceptions.

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.

50* Powerhouse Play on Panthers +6½ -115

The Seahawks (10-3) still have a shot at the NFC West title. Today, they’ll go into Carolina to take on the Panthers (5-8).

The first test for Seattle in this contest will be adjusting after flying across the country for an east coast kick off. After winning five straight, the Seahawks are coming off a relatively surprising loss to the Rams. Seattle could only manage 12 points in that matchup while giving up 28.

On average, the Seahawks are scoring 26 points per game on 404 yards of offense while allowing 25 points per game on 387 yards.

The MVP race is getting away from Russell Wilson, who hasn’t thrown for 250 yards in any of his last five games. Against the Rams last week, Wilson threw for 245 yards with no TDs and one pick.

Carolina has lost five in a row, but they’ve had decent offense output over their last three. After putting up 31 points against New Orleans, the Panthers scored at least 20 points against Washington and Atlanta. Carolina also hosted a west coast team in Week 1, when they fell by just three to the Rams.

On average, the Panthers are scoring 23 points per game on 374 yards of offense while allowing 28 points per game on 394 yards.

Carolina no longer has Ron Rivera at the helm, but they still have Christian McCaffrey in the backfield. On the season, McCaffrey has rushed for 1,220 yards and 12 touchdowns while averaging five yards per carry.

50* Powerhouse Play on Bears/Packers under41 -110

An early afternoon clash between a pair of NFC North foes will feature the Bears (7-6) taking on the Packers (10-3) in Green Bay. The over/under is set at 41 points.

After a 17-7 loss to the Rams, Chicago has gone on a run of three straight wins over the Giants, Lions, and Cowboys. However, the Bears haven’t been very proficient on offense this year. In eight of Chicago’s 13 games, they failed to score more than 20 points.

On average, the Bears are scoring 19 points per game on 306 yards of offense while allowing 18 points per game on 343 yards.

A big part of the reason for Chicago’s offensive struggles is the lack of a running game. Neither David Montgomery or Tarik Cohen are averaging more than 3.5 yards per carry.

Green Bay has earned the first position within the NFC North, but the defense has done much of the heavy lifting so far this year. The Packers have held opponents to 16 points or fewer in six of their 10 victories. Meanwhile, the Green Bay offense has failed to score more than 21 points on five occasions.

On average, the Packers are scoring 24 points per game on 358 yards of offense while allowing 21 points per game on 385 yards.

Aaron Rodgers has been closer to average than elite for much of the year. The Green Bay quarterback hasn’t thrown for 250 yards in five games.

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 Devils +177

The Devils (9-17-5, 23 points) and Coyotes (19-11-4, 42 points) have experienced very different seasons so far this year. Tonight, the Coyotes will host the Devils in Arizona.

After taking on Colorado last night, New Jersey will continue its road trip with their fourth away game in a row this evening. The Devils have lost seven games in a row, but they allowed three goals or fewer in three of their last four games.

On average, the Devils are scoring 2.39 goals per game (30th) while allowing 3.55 goals per game (30th).

Both Kyle Palmieri and Blake Coleman are doing their part on the offensive end. Palmieri leads New Jersey with 11 goals, and Coleman is adding another nine.

The Coyotes lead their division and have won four of their last six games, but they’ve lost three in a row with Antti Raanta minding the net. Raanta has allowed 11 total goals in his last three games. Arizona has lost two of their last four games.

On average, the Coyotes are scoring 2.68 goals per game (23rd) while allowing 2.35 goals per game (3rd).

Although the Coyotes have had a significant amount of success this season, only one player on the roster currently has more than nine goals.

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 Panthers +105

The Bruins (20-7-6, 46 points) currently hold a comfortable lead in the Atlantic. Tonight, the Panthers (15-11-5, 35 points) will try to make up some ground when they host Boston in Florida.

Despite owning such an impressive record, Boston is just 8-6-1 on the road. The Bruins have lost each of their last three away games while being unable to score more than two goals in any of them. Overall, Boston has been defeated in five straight contests.

On average, the Bruins are scoring 3.36 goals per game (4th) while allowing 2.42 goals per game (4th).

Despite ranking fourth on both ends of the ice, the Bruins have been well below their averages lately. Over their last five games, Boston has scored more than two goals just once while allowing four goals or more three times.

Before losing back-to-back games against Tampa Bay and the NY Islanders, Florida won a pair of games against Columbus and San Jose. In those victories, the Panthers outscored their opponents 9-2 in total. Both of those losses came by two goals or fewer.

On average, the Panthers are scoring 3.35 goals per game (5th) while allowing 3.26 goals per game (27th).

Six Panthers are currently sitting on 22 points or more this year. Two such players, Jonathan Huberdeau and Aleksander Barkov, have earned at least 36 points.

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 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.

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.