Bet on Terance Crawford (-150) to defeat Errol Spence Jr. in 'super-fight' for welterweight supremacy

 

Finally boxing bettors have another 'super-fight' to bet on as Terence Crawford (39-0, 33 KOs) vs. Errol Spence Jr. (33-0, 22 KOs) takes place Saturday night at T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas, NV. Whether or not, Crawford and Spence Jr., still the two best welterweights in the world but only now getting in the ring after years of engaging in social media wars and promotional teases, provide a memorable fight is no sure bet. 

But their respective styles make it an intriguing watch -- at least going into the fight. 

Betting Analyst + Prediction 

At first glance, Crawford (-150), a solid favorite at most sportsbooks to win the long-awaited unification bout for all the belts in the welterweight division, appears to be the right bet. Especially, if you can get him at a reasonable price.

Still widely considered the best pound-for-pound boxer in the world, Crawford's ability to switch from orthodox to southpaw on a whim while using his speed and footwork to neutralize opponents, if not counter-punch, is a work of art inside the ring. And it will give Spence Jr., who at times can find himself flat-footed, problems.

His overall skill set unaffected by his trajectory, Crawford, who unified two titles at 135 pounds before running through the super lightweight division, is 9-0 at welterweight. 

While just 5-foot-8, Crawford will not only have a reach advantage but is also the better defensive fighter. It will help him ward off any kind of pressure in this spot.

Spence Jr. (+120), the underdog despite owning three welterweight belts, is on the short list of top welterweights since picking apart Kell Brook in 2017; his size and strength giving him a physical advantage over Crawford - at least on paper. 

But while he owns impressive victories over Brook and Shawn Porter, both good, but not all-time fighters, it's hard to imagine him bullying Crawford around the ring for most of the night. 

When I think of putting a capsule on this fight, I think of the Sugar Ray Leonard vs. Tommy Hearns classic in 1981. In no way am I comparing these two .. but Hearns, the taller and stronger fighter, had his way for much of the early rounds before Leonard's superior boxing skills took over in the second half of the fight .. and eventually earned him a 14th round TKO win. 

So, yes, Spence Jr. will probably have his moments, especially early if he can make Crawford feel his power, but Crawford will eventually adjust and use his array of skills to earn another impressive victory. (Crawford by split decision.)

Bet: Crawford (-150) 

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Ice Cold: How To Make NHL Moneyline, Puckline & Goal Over/Under Bets

It's that time of year when NHL bettors are ready to cash in on all the hockey action.

Here is what to look for and how to make moneyline, point spread and over/under total bets when betting on NHL games.

(Note: I'm using a Rangers @ Devils game as an example on how to make moneyline, puck line and over/under goal total bets when betting on NHL games.)

Moneyline NHL Bet

When making an NHL moneyline bet, you choose what team you think will simply win the game. The odds indicate what team is the favorite (-) or the underdog (+). 

Rangers (-113)

Devils (+103)

This moneyline projects a close game with the Rangers listed as short road favorites over the Devils. As a hockey bettor, you have two options when making an NHL moneyline bet in this spot: 1.) You can bet $113 to win a return profit of $100 (=$213) on the Rangers. 2.) Or you can bet $100 to win a return profit of $103 (=$203) on the Devils.

Puck line NHL Bet 

As per usual, sportsbooks set a puck line, in place of a more common point spread, for hockey games - which is a projected margin of victory to equate into whether you think the Rangers or Devils are going to cover the given puck line. 

(Let's use the following puck line as an example.)

Rangers - 1.5 (-110)

Devils +1.5 (-110)

For you to win your bet, the side you bet on has to cover the puck line. So, if you bet on the Rangers (-1.5), New York would have to win the hockey game by two goals or more for you to win your point spread bet.

If you bet the Devils (+1.5), New Jersey would have to win the game or loss by one goal for you to win your bet. (A puck line bet that lands exactly on the number is considered a push, which means neither side wins and you get your money back.)

Total Goals ('Over/Under') NHL Bet 

Oddsmakers set a total combined goals for a game. An NHL bettor has to decide whether the amount of goals for the game will go 'Over' or 'Under' the total.

Over +6.5 (-110)

Under -6.5 (-110)

If you think the Rangers and Devils will combine to score less than six goals, you can bet on the 'Under' 6.5 total. On the flipside, if you think the Rangers and Devils will go 'Over' the total, both teams would have to score more than six goals for you to win your Over/Under bet.

(NHL lines and odds are usually available the day before a game is played, so check your sportsbook of choice for updated betting info., injuries, etc.)

Play-On: How To Make Moneyline, Point Spread and Over/Under Total Bets On NBA Games

What can beat the start of the NBA regular season for basketball bettors ready to cash in on the hardwood action over the next eight s months (?) And as is the case with other pro sports, bettors can make moneyline, point spread and over/under total bets when betting on NBA games. Here is a tutorial on what to look for and how to make moneyline, point spread and over/under total bets when betting on NBA games.

Moneyline NBA Bet

When making an NBA moneyline bet, you choose what team you think will simply win the game. The odds indicate what team is the favorite (-) or the underdog (+). 

Bulls +340

Bucks -350A

As a bettor, you have two options when making an NBA moneyline bet in this spot: 1.) You can bet $350 to win a return profit of $100 (=$450) on the home favorite Bucks. 2.) Or you can bet $100 to win a return profit of $340 (=$440) on the road underdog Bulls. 

Ballin': The start of the NBA regular season offers bettors of all levels plenty of betting options, including the chance to make moneyline and point spread bets. 📸: Getty Images 

Point Spread NBA Bet 

As per usual, sportsbooks set a point spread, which is a projected margin of victory to equate into whether you think the Bucks or Bulls are going to cover the given point spread. 

Bucks -9 (-110)

Bulls +9 (-110)

For you to win your bet, the side you bet on has to cover the spread. So, if you bet on the Bucks (-9), Milwaukee would have to win the game by 10 points or more for you to win your point spread bet. If you bet the Bulls (+9), Chicago would have to win the game or loss by 8 points or less for you to win your bet. (A point spread bet that lands exactly on the number is considered a push, which means neither side wins and you get your money back.)

Totals ('Over/Under') NBA Bet 

Over +212.5 (-110)

Under -212.5 (-110)

If you think the Bucks and Bulls will combine to score less than 212 points combined, you can bet on the 'Under' total. On the flipside, if you think the Bucks and Bulls will go 'Over' the total, both teams would have to score more than 212 points for you to win your Over/Under bet. 

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Bet on Texas (-190) to continue 'sweet' run with a win over Xavier

 (2) Xavier vs. (2) Texas (Fri., Mar. 24., approx., 9:45 pm): Texas, -190* moneyline favorites in this spot, beat Colgate and Penn State to advance to the second weekend, while the Musketeers scored wins over Kennesaw State and Pittsburgh to get to Kansas City, Mo. 

For all the 💰 bet in recent days on the Musketeers, I feel Xavier, just okay vs. Kennesaw State after handling an average Pitt squad, is fortunate to be in the Sweet 16. 

Xavier, while capable of scoring in bunches, bets heavily on pushing the ball in an effort to get easy buckets, but the big + athletic Longhorns, right now getting great interior play from Dylan Disu, are a problem - thanks to their ability to force turnovers on 'D'.

Texas, who I've watched plenty of this season, also bets on their ability to play multiple styles of hoops + adjusting on the fly. The Longhorns can slow you down, but are definitely open to pushing the pace, if required. Just go ask the Kansas Jayhawks.

The 'Horns, way off target from 3-pt. land (1-for-13) in their 'W' vs. Penn State, were 🔐 by an opp. out to guard the perimeter from the jump. But bet on the 'Horns to get plenty of open 👁️👁️ from 3 pt. distance vs. the Xavier. 

Sean Miller vs. Rodney Terry, the coaching matchup in this spot, is also of note to me.

Smart bet: Texas men's basketball coach Rodney Terry, who replaced Chris Beard on an 'interim basis' earlier this season, has the Longhorns in the Sweet 16 for the first time since 2008. Photo 📸: University of Texas 🏀

It's no secret why Miller, 5-1 ATS as an underdog in Sweet 16 and Elite Eight games, was shipped out of Arizona - his on-court success aside. Terry, a 🏀-lifer on a dream run since taking over for Chris Beard earlier this season, is still fighting off the 'interim tag' despite the 'Horns being two wins from the Final Four. It's a heavy price to pay, but I'm betting his joy ride continues vs. Xavier. 

Bet: Texas -190 (*✓ your sportsbook of choice for updated moneylines, odds, etc.)

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Betting ⚾: How To Bet On MLB Moneylines, Run Lines & Run Totals

Peanuts, cold beer, and moneyline odds. 

That's right, baseball bettors! With the 2023 Major League Baseball season set to begin on March 30 and (potentially) offering full 162-schedules for all 30 teams, there are plenty of betting opportunities for baseball bettors, no matter their skill level. 

And while betting on Major League Baseball may require some math skills, placing bets on money lines, run lines and run totals on individual games is not very complicated and/or difficult to understand. 

Here now is a 'How To Bet On Major League Baseball' using moneyline, run line and run total bet samples. 

(Note: With legalized sports betting available in a number of states and a potential for 4,860 regular season games, MLB bettors have plenty of betting opportunities in front of them when the season starts on March 30.

Please bet responsibly and choose wisely when picking a sportsbook to bet with.)

MLB Moneyline Bet 

MLB betting resolves, for the most part, on the odds for a given team to win, also known as the moneyline. A moneyline bet also centers on a $100 wager. For example, let's suppose the Mets -- Justin Verlander on the mound -- are (-200) favorites on the moneyline over the underdog Marlins. If you bet on the Mets, that means you would have to risk $200 for every $100 you're looking to win. If you bet on the Marlins (+200), the moneyline underdog in this spot, you would have to risk $100 for every $200 you want to win. Moneylines vary depending on the teams, starting pitchers, lineups, etc. So, keeping tabs on injuries, lineup changes and starting pitchers is strongly suggested, if you are serious about winning your moneyline bets. 

MLB Run Line Bet

MLB also adds a point spread, also known as a run line. Using the sample above, again, let's say the Mets are (-1.5, -150) run line favorites over the Marlins. If you bet New York to win on the run line, the Mets would not only have to win the game straight up, but defeat the Marlins by at least two runs. A bet on the Marlins, let's suppose at (+1.5, +145), would mean Miami would have to win the game straight up, or lose by no more than one run for you to win your run line bet. While it may seem more difficult to win this type of bet, it offers all MLB bettors a more economical price - than the money line, which can require you pay a hefty price on occasion. Especially, when betting on big favorites (Mets at -200, etc.)

MLB Total Bet

Similar to other sports, MLB bettors have the option of betting on a 'Total', which is the 'total runs scored' in a game. For example, let's say the 'Total' for the Mets-Marlins game is 8.5. If you bet the 'Total' to go over, the Mets and Marlins would have to score nine runs (combined) for you to win your bet. If you think the 'Total' will stay under 8.5 runs, both teams would have to score eight runs or less (combined) for you to win your MLB 'Total' Bet. (Please check your favorite sportsbook for updated odds, etc.)

Down the line: A moneyline bet is just one of many options available for bettors looking to bet on Major League Baseball. 

Mad about March: How To Bet College Basketball (🏀 Using Pitt vs. Mississippi St. Play-In Game As A Sample 🏀)

(Note: If you know zero about men's college basketball, wanting to bet on the NCAA Tournament, while very tempting for all type of bettors this time of year, is like betting Zach Edey that you can dunk over him. 😁 😁 😁.)

Otherwise, all the betting action on the hardwood is about to reach a different level as the start of the NCAA Tournament offers plenty of games to bet on -- starting Tuesday night with two play-in games (SE Missouri State vs. Texas A&M-CC, Pittsburgh vs. Mississippi State). 

Here is a quick rundown (using Pittsburgh vs. Mississippi State as a sample down below) of three simple bets you can make on any college basketball game, including the still-popular point spread bet. (With legal sports betting now available in a number of states, you can create an account with sportsbooks such as DraftKings, FanDuel, and BetMGM, among others. Select the sportsbook you feel most comfortable with, and bet responsibly.) 

College Basketball Point Spread Bet

The point spread bet offers bettors a chance to bet on a college basketball team to 'cover the spread' at around even money on most occasions. If Mississippi State, let's say, is favored by 3 points over Pittsburgh, that would mean the Bulldogs would have to beat the Panthers by at least 4 points for those betting on MSU to cash their bets. The underdog Panthers, meanwhile, would just have to stay within 2 points of Mississippi State for its bettors to cash their bets. 

(The favorite is listed with a ➖ sign before the point spread, while the underdog has a + sign next to it's name. A vig (juice price) is determined by your sportsbook of choice.)

College Basketball Moneyline Bet

A moneyline bet requires a team to win a game straight up. For example, the underdog Panthers are currently priced at/or around (+118) at a variety of sportsbooks. If you bet the Panthers to beat the Bulldogs, you would have to risk $100 to win a total of $218 ($118 profit per every $100). A moneyline bet on Mississippi State (-140) would require you risk $140 to win $100 ($100 profit per every $140 bet on the Bulldogs). 

Slam dunk: A $100 moneyline bet tonight on the Pittsburgh Panthers (+118) would would return any college basketball bettor a total of $218 (with a profit of $118).  

College Basketball Point Total (O/U) Bet 

The point total, simply known as the Over/Under, is a relatively easy bet to make when it comes to college basketball, in this case, as sportsbooks set a line of points projected to be scored in a given game.

For example, if the Over/Under point total for Pittsburgh vs. Mississippi State is 133 those betting the 'Over' would need both teams to score a combined total of 134 points to cash their respective bets. Bettors looking for a defensive struggle would need both teams to combine for 132 points or less to cash their bets at the window. (Note: Like the point spread, the odds for Over/Under bets are routinely set at (-110), whether you bet a game to go Over or Under the total.

(Check your favorite sportsbook for updated college basketball odds, point spreads, moneylines, etc.)

Drinking Water 101: 5 Tips on Why Drinking Water Is Important

Drinking water is key when you're thirsty, hungry, and after exercising. But drinking water is not only important to staying hydrated, but to your overall health. 

Here are 5 reasons why you should be drinking plenty of water, no matter what.

💦Your brain is made up of a lot of water. Not drinking enough water can make it harder for you to focus and effect your mood. Lack of water can also trigger brain pain and lead to severe headaches. Therefore, drinking the right amount of water will keep you focused.

💦 Drinking water with a meal helps your digestion. Water is a big part of saliva, which breaks down food into smaller pieces. Once the food is in your stomach, the water helps the digestive enzymes break it down more.

💦 Drinking plenty of water throughout the day, and not pounding those water bottles before going to bed is important. Why? Drinking a lot of water before bedtime can lead to unwanted trips to bathroom. 

💦 Just like your body needs water to make blood and saliva, drinking plenty of water keeps your joints lubricated and functional when you're on your daily routine.

💦 Drinking water plays an important role in keeping your weight in check, if not boost your metabolic rate and help you burn calories. If you're trying to lose weight, drinking water before eating will help by filling your stomach and leaving less room for food.