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*Free Play Under* Southern Indiana's tempo has been much slower so far this year, especially in their conference games of late. Southern Indiana has scored 55, 62, and 60 points in their last three games. The last game (60 points) went into overtime as well. 

SIU Edwardsville isn't very good on offense, but this Edwardsville team is scrappy on defense. They are 59th nationally in blocked shot percentage.

Two offenses who are outside the top 300 in offensive efficiency.

Take the under.

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Thursday NHL Free play. My selection is on Utah over New York at 3:05 pm et on Thursday.

The Mammoth have had a couple of days off to stew over a two-game losing streak that has featured consecutive one-goal defeats. I like Utah's chances of bouncing back on Thursday as it heads on the road to open a four-game trip on Long Island. The Islanders check in off a 3-2 win in Chicago on Tuesday. They've found some success lately but have been playing with a rather slim margin for error having scored a grand total of 14 goals over their last seven games. The Mammoth know this trip is only going to get tougher with stops in Newark, Manhattan and Denver to follow over a five-night stretch. Look for them to get it off on the right foot on Thursday. Take Utah.

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NC Greensboro +1 1/2

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Thursday's NBA Free Pick

PLAY ON: OVER 238

As the College Football Playoff quarterfinals kick off on January 1,, all eyes turn to the Orange Bowl where the No. 3 Oregon Ducks face off against the Texas Tech Red Raiders in a matchup that pits Big Ten defensive prowess against Big 12 offensive flair. With Oregon entering as a slim 2.5-point favorite and the total hovering around 50.5 across major sportsbooks, this game presents a compelling opportunity for totals bettors. While the Ducks boast a high-octane offense led by quarterback Dillon Gabriel, who threw for over 3,800 yards and 30 touchdowns this season, the real story lies in the defensive units that could turn this into a lower-scoring affair than the line suggests. Drawing from recent bowl trends and team-specific stats, the under emerges as a strong angle here, especially considering the historical lean toward unders in high-stakes playoff games featuring stout defenses.

Oregon's defense has been a cornerstone of their 13-1 campaign, ranking in the top 10 nationally in scoring defense by allowing just 18.5 points per game. This unit excels in limiting explosive plays, holding opponents to a mere 4.2 yards per play (fifth-best in FBS) and ranking eighth in passing yards allowed. Linebacker Bryce Boettcher and cornerback Kam Alexander anchor a secondary that snagged multiple interceptions in key wins, while the front seven applies consistent pressure without relying on blitzes, evidenced by their top-10 ranking in opponent points per play at 0.257. Against a Texas Tech offense that thrives on quick passes from quarterback Behren Morton, who completed 65% of his throws for nearly 3,000 yards, Oregon's bend-but-don't-break approach could force field goals over touchdowns. This mirrors broader bowl season trends where Big Ten teams like Oregon have seen the under hit in 62% of their games this year, particularly in matchups with totals under 55, as defenses adjust to unfamiliar schemes in postseason play.

On the flip side, Texas Tech's defense, often overshadowed by their high-scoring offense, has shown marked improvement under coordinator Tim DeRuyter, allowing 31.1 points per game but tightening up in conference play. The Red Raiders rank respectably in opponent completion percentage allowed and have forced turnovers at a clip that ranks them in the top half of the Big 12. Key contributors like edge rusher Jacob Rodriguez, who tallied double-digit tackles for loss, help disrupt rhythm offenses like Oregon's, which relies on Gabriel's mobility and play-action fakes. Notably, Texas Tech has gone under in eight of their last 11 games, including a string of low-scoring affairs against similarly ranked opponents. This aligns with a key betting angle for bowl games: When totals sit in the low 50s and involve teams with winning records but mismatched conferences, the under has cashed at a 58% rate over the past three seasons, per historical data. Add in Texas Tech's 6-0 ATS streak as underdogs, and their ability to slow games down becomes a critical factor against Oregon's efficient but not overly explosive attack.

Digging deeper into betting splits and trends, public money is leaning toward the over, with 58% of handle on the Ducks to cover and a slight majority expecting points yet sharp action has pushed the total down from an opening of 52.5 at most books. This contrarian angle favors the under, as bowl games with heavy public over bets have seen the under prevail 72% of the time when the total is 49 or lower, though we're just above that threshold here. Oregon's own trends support this: The Ducks went under in five of their last 10 games as favorites, including all three as one-score chalk this season. Texas Tech, meanwhile, has hit the under in seven of their past 10 overall, thriving in underdog roles where they've kept scores in check (8-4 under in last 12 as dogs). Factor in the playoff pressure, where first-half unders have been a goldmine (hitting at 65% in quarterfinals since expansion), and this game screams defensive battle. Weather in Miami could play a role too, with potential humidity sapping offensive rhythm, but the core stats point to both teams trading field position rather than fireworks.

In summary, while Oregon's offense might grab headlines, the defensive matchups and recent trends make the under 50.5 the best totals bet for this Orange Bowl clash. Fade the public over hype and ride the defensive wave for a profitable start to the new year.

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