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Nicholls vs Incarnate Word Women’s College Basketball Odds and Prediction – Dec. 16

The Nicholls Colonels (4-3) will host the Incarnate Word Cardinals (2-5) after winning three home games in a row. Nicholls vs. Incarnate Word NCAA Game Info Date: Tuesday, December 16, 2025 Time: 7:30 p.m. ET TV: ESPN+ Where: Thibodaux, Louisiana Venue: David R. Stopher Gymnasium Last Game For Each Team In their last game, Nicholls picked up a 101-54 win against Louisiana College. The Colonels were led by Jasmine Matthews’ 23 points and Jesslynn Jalomo’s 18 points, four ass...

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Purdue vs Dayton Women’s College Basketball Odds and Prediction – Dec. 14

The Purdue Boilermakers (6-4) will look to continue a six-game home winning streak when they host the Dayton Flyers (5-4) on December 14, 2025 at Mackey Arena. Purdue vs. Dayton NCAA Game Info Date: Sunday, December 14, 2025 Time: 12 p.m. ET TV: B1G+ Where: West Lafayette, Indiana Venue: Mackey Arena Last Game For Each Team Purdue, led by Tara Daye with 13 points, 11 rebounds and four assists, picked up an 88-45 win versus Lipscomb in their most recent game. Kiki Smith adde...

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Player Prop Bets for Packers vs. Broncos – December 14, 2025

Something has to give when the Green Bay Packers (9-3-1) bring a four-game winning streak into a meeting December 14, 2025 with the Denver Broncos (11-2), who are on their own 10-game win streak. Offensively, the Packers rank 10th in the NFL with 24.8 points per game. Meanwhile, they rank sixth in points allowed (287.2 points allowed per contest). The Broncos rank 14th in the NFL with 23.7 points per game, but they’ve been lifted up by their defense, which ranks fourth-best by giving up only...

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Player Prop Bets for Seahawks vs. Colts – December 14, 2025

The Seattle Seahawks (10-3) head into a matchup with the Indianapolis Colts (8-5) on Sunday, December 14, 2025 at Lumen Field on a three-game winning streak. The Seahawks have been shining on both offense and defense, ranking second-best in scoring offense (29.8 points per game) and second-best in scoring defense (17.4 points allowed per game). The Colts’ defense ranks 13th in the NFL with 21.9 points surrendered per contest, but they’ve been led by their offense, which ranks fifth-best by p...

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Player Prop Bets for Rams vs. Lions – December 14, 2025

The Los Angeles Rams (10-3) and the Detroit Lions (8-5) meet at SoFi Stadium on Sunday, December 14, 2025. The Rams have been firing on all cylinders this season, as they rank fourth-best in scoring offense (29.2 points per game) and third-best in scoring defense (17.5 points allowed per game). The Lions’ offensive attack has been paving the way for the team, as they rank best in the NFL with 30.3 points per game. In terms of defense, they are ceding 23.4 points per game, which ranks 18th. ...

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Player Prop Bets for 49ers vs. Titans – December 14, 2025

The San Francisco 49ers (9-4) take a three-game winning streak into a matchup with the Tennessee Titans (2-11) on Sunday, December 14, 2025 at Levi’s Stadium. The 49ers are totaling 341.2 yards per game on offense (11th in NFL), and they rank 20th on defense with 335.8 yards allowed per game. The Titans have not been getting things done on offense, ranking worst with 246.2 total yards per game. They have been more effective on defense, allowing 350.9 total yards per contest (26th-ranked). ...

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Player Prop Bets for Cowboys vs. Vikings – December 14, 2025

The Dallas Cowboys (6-6-1) host the Minnesota Vikings (5-8) at AT&T Stadium on Sunday, December 14, 2025. The Cowboys have struggled defensively, ranking second-worst in the NFL (29.7 points allowed per game) this season. However, they rank third-best offensively, totaling 29.3 points per game. The Vikings are generating 19.6 points per contest on offense this season (26th-ranked). Meanwhile, they are giving up 21.6 points per game (12th-ranked) on defense. Several of the best contributors...

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Player Prop Bets for Panthers vs. Saints – December 14, 2025

The Carolina Panthers (7-6) square off against a familiar opponent when they visit the New Orleans Saints (3-10) on Sunday, December 14, 2025 at Caesars Superdome in an NFC South clash. On offense, the Panthers rank 23rd in the NFL with 311.2 yards per game. Meanwhile, they rank 18th in total defense (331.1 yards allowed per contest). With 293.8 total yards per game on the offensive side of the ball, the Saints rank 26th in the NFL in 2025. Defensively, they rank 12th, allowing 313.5 total y...

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How to Watch Rice Owls vs. UT Arlington Mavericks Women’s Basketball: Live Stream or on TV

The UT Arlington Mavericks (5-4) will try to continue a three-game winning streak when they hit the road to play the Rice Owls (7-3) on December 12, 2025 at Tudor Fieldhouse. In its most recent game, Rice topped UNLV on Saturday, 75-50. Dominique Ennis scored a team-high 20 points (and chipped in four assists and two rebounds). In its previous game, UT Arlington topped Little Rock on Tuesday, 62-55. Kira Reynolds scored a team-high 22 points (and chipped in one assist and 11 boards). Catch...

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BN Cubs Podcast Ep. 42: New Signings, Relief Market, Bregman Talk, Nico Trade Rumors

Episode 42 of the Bleacher Nation Cubs Podcast is officially live! In this week’s episode, Brett and I talk about the Winter Meetings, the two relievers the Cubs HAVE signed, and the remaining options on the board. After that, we talk about the Alex Bregman rumors, including his fit and the path that could lead to him in Chicago. After the break, in our transaction corner, Brett and I talk about those pesky Nico Hoerner trade rumors that popped up last night. Although we can see the ...

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Knicks vs. Magic Prediction: Expert Picks, Odds, Stats and Best Bets – Saturday, December 13, 2025

The New York Knicks (17-7) are 4-point favorites as they look to continue a four-game winning streak when they visit the Orlando Magic (15-10) on Saturday, December 13, 2025 at T-Mobile Arena. The contest airs at 5:30 p.m. ET on Amazon Prime Video. The matchup’s over/under is set at 223.5. Knicks vs. Magic Odds Knicks odds to win: -180 Magic odds to win: +152 Spread: Knicks (-4) Total: 223.5 How to Bet on Knicks vs. Magic Game Time and Information When: Saturday, Decemb...

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Bulls vs. Hornets Predictions, Best Bets and Odds – Friday, December 12, 2025

The Chicago Bulls (9-14) are 3.5-point favorites as they look to turn around a seven-game losing streak when they visit the Charlotte Hornets (7-17) on Friday, December 12, 2025 at Spectrum Center. The matchup airs at 7 p.m. ET on FDSSE and CHSN. The matchup has an over/under of 233.5. If you are looking to make an informed wager on Friday’s game, find out the best bets available for this matchup, below (based on our computer predictions). How to Bet on Bulls vs. Hornets Pick the Horne...

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76ers vs. Pacers Predictions, Best Bets and Odds – Friday, December 12, 2025

The Indiana Pacers (6-18) are 7.5-point underdogs against the Philadelphia 76ers (13-10) at Xfinity Mobile Arena on Friday, December 12, 2025. The game starts at 7 p.m. ET on NBCS-PH and FDSIN. The matchup has a point total of 229.5. Our computer predictions for Friday’s game may help you make an informed wager by picking the best bets available. How to Bet on 76ers vs. Pacers Pick the 76ers (-7.5) to Cover The 76ers have 11 wins against the spread in 23 games this season. The Pa...

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Pistons vs. Hawks Predictions, Best Bets and Odds – Friday, December 12, 2025

The Detroit Pistons (19-5) are favored (by 6.5 points) to build on a three-game home winning streak when they host the Atlanta Hawks (14-11) on Friday, December 12, 2025 at 7 p.m. ET. The matchup has an over/under of 232.5. Our computer predictions in this article will help you decide what are the best bets available for Friday’s game. How to Bet on Pistons vs. Hawks Pick the Pistons (-6.5) to Cover In the Pistons’ 24 games this year, they have 13 wins against the spread. The Haw...

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Cavaliers vs. Wizards Predictions, Best Bets and Odds – Friday, December 12, 2025

The Washington Wizards (3-19) are heavy underdogs (+15) as they attempt to stop a three-game losing streak when they host the Cleveland Cavaliers (14-11) at 7 p.m. ET on Friday, December 12, 2025 at Capital One Arena. The matchup airs on MNMT and FDSOH. The matchup’s point total is set at 242.5. Our computer predictions for Friday’s game will help you place an informed wager by picking the best bets available. How to Bet on Cavaliers vs. Wizards Pick the Wizards (+15) to Cover The ...

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MEAC Basketball Predictions, Computer Picks and Best Bets | December 13

MEAC squads are on Friday’s college basketball schedule in two games, including the South Carolina State Bulldogs squaring off against the Queens Royals, and best bets tips are below. How to Bet on MEAC Games Best MEAC Spread Bet Today: Queens vs. South Carolina State The DraftKings line for this game has Queens favored by 15.5, while the model predicts it will win by considerably more (20.6 points). Put your money on Queens. ATS Record Favorite ATS Record Underdog ...

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Big East Basketball Predictions, Computer Picks and Best Bets | December 13

Big East teams will be in action across two games on Friday in college basketball action. That includes the Missouri State Bears squaring off against the Xavier Musketeers at Cintas Center, and we have best bets recommendations across the board. How to Bet on Big East Games Best Big East Spread Bet Today: Xavier vs. Missouri State The DraftKings line for this game has Xavier favored by 17.5, while the model predicts it will win by more (18.1 points). ATS Record Favori...

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ASUN Basketball Predictions, Computer Picks and Best Bets | December 13

The South Carolina State Bulldogs versus the Queens Royals is one of two games on Friday’s college basketball slate that features an ASUN team in action, and we’ve got best bets tips for you. How to Bet on ASUN Games Best ASUN Spread Bet Today: Queens vs. South Carolina State The DraftKings line for this game has Queens favored by 15.5, while the model predicts it will win by considerably more (20.6 points). Put your money on Queens. ATS Record Favorite ATS Record U...

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How to Watch 76ers vs. Pacers: Live Stream or on TV

The Philadelphia 76ers (13-10) battle the Indiana Pacers (6-18) at 7 p.m. ET on Friday, December 12, 2025. The matchup airs on NBCS-PH and FDSIN. The 76ers fell in their most recent outing 112-108 against the Lakers on Sunday. The Pacers are coming off of a 116-105 victory over the Kings in their last game on Monday. Tyrese Maxey’s team-high 28 points paced the 76ers in the losing effort. Andrew Nembhard scored 28 points in the Pacers’ victory, leading the team. When is 76ers vs. Pacers? ...

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Where to Watch Angers SCO vs. FC Nantes: TV Channel, Start Time and Live Stream

Two clubs in the bottom half of the Ligue 1 table, Angers SCO (11th) and FC Nantes (17th), play on Friday at 2:45 PM ET. Watch Ligue 1 matches on Fubo! Use our link to sign up now. Angers vs. FC Nantes TV & Live Stream Info When: Friday, December 12, 2025 at 2:45 PM ET Where: Stade Raymond Kopa in Angers, France Live Stream: Watch on Fubo Angers SCO’s Top Scorers Prosper Peter is Angers’ most prolific scorer this season. He has three goals in 14 games. With three goals in...

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Where to Watch US Lecce vs. SC Pisa: TV Channel, Start Time and Live Stream

Two of the worst offensive squads in Serie A meet when US Lecce (No. 18 with 10 goals) hosts SC Pisa (No. 18 with 10) at 2:45 PM ET on Friday. Watch Serie A matches on Fubo! Use our link to sign up now. US Lecce vs. SC Pisa TV & Live Stream Info When: Friday, December 12, 2025 at 2:45 PM ET Where: Via del Mare in Lecce, Italy TV: Paramount+ US Lecce’s Top Scorers Lassana Coulibaly is US Lecce’s top-ranked scorer this season. He has two goals in 14 games. US Lecce’s second...

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Upon Further Review, an Offensive Lineman Earned the Bears Best Player Grade From Week 14

It was eye-opening to see linebacker T.J. Edwards as Pro Football Focus’ highest-graded Chicago Bears player after the team’s Week 14 game against the Green Bay Packers. Nothing against Edwards, mind you. I thought that he played well in his return to the starting lineup after an extended absence while dealing with a broken hand and a problematic hamstring injury. And while Edwards graded out well in his return, an updated look at Bears player grades from last week revealed a different perform...

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Mammoth vs. Kraken: How to Watch, Odds, Picks & Predictions

Friday’s NHL matchup between the Utah Mammoth (14-15-3) and the Seattle Kraken (12-10-6) at Delta Center sees the Mammoth as home favorites (-187 moneyline odds to win) against the Kraken (+155). The game starts at 9 p.m. ET on ESPN+. ESPN+ is the place to tune in to see the Mammoth and the Kraken go head to head. Mammoth vs. Kraken Game Info & Odds When: Friday, December 12, 2025 at 9 p.m. ET TV Channel: ESPN+ Live Stream: Fubo Live Stream: ESPN+ Where: Delta Center in Salt La...

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Chicago Bears Injury Report: Kyler Gordon Misses Another Practice

The second Chicago Bears injury report of the week is out. On the one hand, it is more of the same from the Bears injury report. And, frankly, that is a good thing. But on the other hand, it is more of the same from the Bears injury report. And, unfortunately, it isn’t all good news. Chicago Bears Injury Report — Dec. 11, 2025 Here is the Bears injury report in full: #Bears Injury Report pic.twitter.com/r8tomIt31Y — Bears Communications (@BearsPR) December 11, 2025 ...

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Is Alex Bregman Not Quite Getting the Offers He Wants?

We are bordering on an obsessive Alex Bregman watch at this point, which means any new rumor or report is going to come in for some discussion here at Bleacher Nation. And today, we have a new report to share and (over)-analyze. Alex Bregman Seeking Other Offers According to a report at The Seattle Times , Alex Bregman’s agent, Scott Boras, has “initiated discussions with the Mariners to express Bregman’s willingness to consider Seattle as a destination, an industry source told the T...

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