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  • No. 18 Illinois vs. Nebraska Prediction: Odds, Expert Picks, Betting Trends and Stats for January 30


    The Big Ten men’s basketball season continues tonight with three games including Illinois (14-6, 6-4) in Lincoln to take on Nebraska (12-8, 2-7).

    Nebraska is 8-2 at home this season, but the Cornhuskers have lost six straight overall. Their last win was January 4. This past Sunday, Nebraska was pasted in Madison by the No. 17 ranked Wisconsin Badgers, 83-55. The only thing standing between the Cornhuskers and the cellar in the Big Ten are the Washington Huskies. Illinois is 7-3 in their last 10 games. Sunday, they knocked off Northwestern, 83-74, in Champaign.

    Can Nebraska keep pace with the Fighting Illini? Illinois is averaging 87.5 points per game over their last ten games.

    Lets dive into the matchup and offer some information and possibly a sweat or two.

    We’ve got all the info and analysis you need to know ahead of the game, including the latest info on the how to catch the opening tip, recent team performance, player stats, and of course, our predictions, picks & best bets for the game from our modeling tools and staff of experts.

    Game details & how to watch Fighting Illini vs. Cornhuskers live today

    • Date: Thursday, January 30, 2025

    • Time: 8:30PM EST

    • Site: Pinnacle Bank Arena

    • City: Lincoln, NE

    • Network/Streaming: FS1

    Never miss a second of the action and stay up to date with all the latest team stats and player news. Check out our day-by-day NBA schedule page, along with detailed matchup pages that update live in-game.

    Game odds for Fighting Illini vs. Cornhuskers

    *odds courtesy of BetMGM

    • Odds: Fighting Illini (-190), Cornhuskers (+155)

    • Spread: Fighting Illini -4.5

    • Over/Under: 153.5 points

    That gives the Fighting Illini an implied team point total of 78.63, and the Cornhuskers 76.29.

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    Expert picks & predictions for Illinois at Nebraska

    NBC Sports Bet Best Bet

    Our model calculates projections around each moneyline, spread and over/under bet for every game on the NCAA calendar based on data points like past performance, player matchups, injuries, and the schedule.

    Once the model is finished running, we put its projection next to the latest betting lines for the game to arrive at a relative confidence level for each wager.

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    Here are the best bets our model is projecting for today’s Fighting Illini & Cornhuskers game:

    • Moneyline: NBC Sports Bet is recommending a play on the Illinois on the Moneyline.

    • Spread: NBC Sports Bet is leaning towards a play ATS on the Nebraska at +4.5.

    • Total: NBC Sports Bet is leaning towards a play on the OVER on the Game Total of 153.5.

    Want even more NBA best bets and predictions from our expert staff & tools? Check out the Expert NBA Predictions page from NBC Sports for money line, spread and over/under picks for every game on today’s calendar!

    Fighting Illini vs. Cornhuskers: Top betting trends and recent stats

    • Nebraska has lost 6 in a row

    • The OVER is 12-7-1 for Illinois’ and Nebraska’s last 10 games combined

    • Illinois has covered the spread in 7 of its last 10 games against teams with worse records

    If you’re looking for more key trends and stats around the spread, moneyline and total for every single game on the schedule today, check out our NCAA Basketball Top Trends Tool on NBCSports.com!

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    The No. 18 Illinois Fighting Illini will face off against the Nebraska Cornhuskers on January 30th in a highly anticipated college basketball matchup. Both teams are looking to secure a crucial win as they battle it out on the court.

    The Fighting Illini come into this game with a 13-5 record, while the Cornhuskers have a 4-12 record so far this season. Illinois will be looking to continue their winning streak and improve their standing in the Big Ten conference, while Nebraska will be looking to pull off an upset and secure a much-needed victory.

    In terms of betting odds, Illinois is favored to win this game. The experts are also leaning towards the Fighting Illini, with many predicting a comfortable victory for them. However, anything can happen in college basketball, and the Cornhuskers will be looking to prove the doubters wrong and come out on top.

    When it comes to betting trends, Illinois has been performing well against the spread, covering in the majority of their games this season. Nebraska, on the other hand, has struggled to cover the spread in recent matchups. This is definitely something to keep in mind when placing your bets on this game.

    In terms of stats, Illinois has a strong offense led by star player Ayo Dosunmu, who is averaging over 21 points per game. Nebraska will need to step up their defense to contain Dosunmu and the rest of the Fighting Illini’s high-scoring offense.

    Overall, this should be an exciting and competitive game between two Big Ten rivals. Illinois will be looking to continue their winning ways, while Nebraska will be looking to pull off a major upset. Make sure to tune in on January 30th to see who comes out on top in this exciting matchup.

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  • #18 Illini Close January With Road Test at Nebraska


  • No. 18 Illinois plays at Nebraska on Thursday night (7:30 p.m. CT, BTN), opening a stretch of three road contests in four games over a span of 10 days.  

  • The Fighting Illini are coming off an 83-74 home win over Northwestern on Sunday. Five different Illini scored in double figures and the Orange and Blue led by as many as 25 points in the contest. 

  • Illinois is 23-8 all-time vs. Nebraska, including a 16-6 mark since the Cornhuskers joined the Big Ten conference in 2011-12. 

  • Head coach Brad Underwood is 10-2 against Nebraska and has led the Illini to nine-consecutive wins in the series, a streak that began on Feb. 2, 2019. 

  • Included in that streak, the Illini have won three straight over the Huskers at Pinnacle Bank Arena.

  • Illinois is No. 10 in the latest NCAA NET rankings, second in the Big Ten. The Illini are tied for ninth nationally with four Quad 1 wins.

  • Illinois is a combined 5-3 away from State Farm Center this season, with a 3-2 mark in true road contests. The Illini had won three straight conference road games prior to an 80-78 heartbreaker at No. 12 Michigan State in its most recent road game Jan. 19. 

  • Illinois has the Big Ten’s best road record since the start of the 2019-20 season. During this span, the Illini are 32-23 (.582) in conference road games. 

  • At 3-2 in conference road games so far this season, the Illini are on pace to finish .500 or better on the road in league play for the fifth time in the last six seasons. 

  • Kasparas Jakucionis is a unanimous selection to the five-player Freshman All-America Team by The Athletic. 

  • Jakucionis has also been named Midseason All-America third team by The Sporting News. Jakucionis was one of just two freshmen among the 15 players recognized, along with Duke’s Cooper Flagg.

  • Jakucionis recorded 21 points, seven rebounds and seven assists last Thursday vs. Maryland, his eighth 20-point game of the season which ties the Illinois program freshman record. He followed that performance with an 11-point, 10-rebound double-double (third overall, second via pts-reb) vs. Northwestern.  

  • Illinois is No. 10 in the latest KenPom net rating at 25.32. The Fighting Illini are on pace for their third top-15 ranking of the Underwood era. 

  • Four of Illinois’ last six wins have come by 25+ points. The Illini defeated Chicago State, 117-64 (+53), recorded an historic 109-77 (+32) victory at No. 9 Oregon, earned a 91-52 (+39) home win over Penn State, and rolled to a 94-69 (+25) victory at Indiana. The Illini have led by 25+ points in nine games this season.  

  • Illinois is averaging 85.8 points, the team’s highest output since the 1988-89 Flyin’ Illini averaged 86.4 ppg. Illinois is on pace for the No. 6 scoring offense mark in program history. 

  • Illinois ranks second in the Big Ten with a scoring margin of +16.3 points. That is on pace for No. 2 in the Illini record book behind the 1942-43 team, which outscored opponents by 20.6 points per game. The UI’s top mark in the modern era is +15.9 ppg set in 2004-05.

  • Illinois leads the nation in rebounding at 45.0 boards per game, on pace for the program’s best average in 53 seasons, since posting 48.0 rebounds per contest in 1971-72. The Orange and Blue have outrebounded their opponent in 17 of 20 games this season. 

  • The Illini rank No. 12 in KenPom adjusted defensive efficiency (93.2), on pace for its highest ranking since reaching seventh during the 2021 season, and the second-best number of the Underwood era (88.9 in 2021).  

  • Illinois is 10th nationally in KenPom’s effective field goal percentage defense (.440), ranking 10th in 3-point defense (.285) and 15th in 2-point defense (.445). Illinois joins Cincinnati, Florida, Kansas, Little Rock, and San Diego State as one of six programs to rank in the top 15 of both categories.  

  • According to KenPom, the Illini rank fifth nationally, and first among Power Conference programs, with a 3-point attempt rate (3-point attempts/total field goal attempts) of 30.3%. Among major conference teams, Illinois ranks first nationally with five games of 15+ made 3-pointers. 

  • Illinois is 3-3 against Top-25 ranked teams this season with wins over No. 19 Arkansas, No. 20 Wisconsin, and at No. 9 Oregon. The Illini’s three ranked wins are tied for ninth most in the nation. 

  • Brad Underwood has led the Illini program to Top-25 rankings in seven consecutive seasons, currently at No. 18 in the latest AP poll and 20th in the coaches poll. Illinois has been ranked for a total of eight weeks this season, including an active streak of six -consecutive weeks, and has reached as high as 13th.

  • Illinois has registered 75 wins in league play since the start of the 2019-20 season, one behind Purdue for the most in the conference over the last six seasons. And when including the conference tournament, the Illini have 80 wins during this time span, also one behind Purdue’s mark. 

  • The Illini won the 2024 Big Ten Tournament championship as the #2 seed, captured the regular season championship in 2022, and led the conference in wins while adding a B1G Tournament crown in 2021, and the team’s three total championships during that span are tied with Purdue for the most in the Big Ten.  

  • Following the 2024 Elite Eight appearance and Big Ten Tournament Championship, Illinois has a dramatically different roster this season. The program returns just one rotation player – last year’s ninth-leading scorer Dra Gibbs-Lawhorn – and returns just 2.9% of its minutes, 2.2% of its points, and 2.0% of its rebounds overall.

  • Eight different Illini players have recorded a 20-point game this season, tied for the top mark in the NCAA, and the most by any Big Ten program since at least 2004-05. 

  • Newcomers to the Illini roster have accounted for 92.0% of the team’s scoring so far (1,560 of 1,696 total points), with UI freshmen accounting for 39.6% of those points (617).

  • Four of the Illinois’ top scorers and rebounders are all in their first year of collegiate basketball. Freshman G Kasparas Jakucionis ranks first in scoring (15.9 ppg) and fourth in rebounding (5.4 rpg). Sophomore C Tomislav Ivisic nearly averages a double-double at 13.0 points (second on team) and team-leading 8.5 rebounds. Freshman F Will Riley is the Illini’s No. 4 scorer at 10.3 points per game. And Freshman F Morez Johnson Jr. ranks second on the team at 6.6 rebounds per game with a team-leading 50 offensive boards (2.5 per game). 

  • At 15.9 points per game, point guard Kasparas Jakucionis is on pace to match the Illini freshman scoring average record  of set by Kiwane Garris 31 years ago. 

  • Jakucionis has posted four game this season with 20+ points, 6+ rebounds and 5+ assists, tied for second nationally, one behind Northwestern senior Brooks Barnhizer.  

  • Jakucionis scored 20+ points in six straight games from Nov. 25-Dec. 22, shattering the Illini freshman record for consecutive 20-point games (previous record was two).  

  • Jakucionis became the fourth Big Ten freshman since 1996-97 with at least six-straight 20-point games, and the first to do so since Indiana’s Eric Gordon had seven in a row in 2007.

  • Jakucionis has eight 20-point games this season, tying the Illini all-time record for 20-point games by a freshman with Cory Bradford who set the current mark as a redshirt freshman in 1998-99. 

  • Over his last 13 games, Jakucionis is averaging 17.9 points (233) and 5.3 assists (69), knocking down an average of 2.2 threes per game (29) on 40.3% from 3-point range (29-72) along with 88.2% from the foul line (60-68). 

  • Tomislav Ivisic is the No. 6 rebounder in the Big Ten at 8.5 rpg. Ivisic has led the Illini rebounding effort, which ranks No. 1 nationally in total rebounds per game, in 11 of 20 contests. 

  • Ivisic, classified as sophomore in his first season of collegiate competition, has recorded seven double-doubles through 18 games, ranking fifth in the Big Ten, tied for 34th in the NCAA overall, and tied for first among power conference underclassmen. 

  • Ben Humrichous has knocked down at least one 3-pointer in 19 of 20 games this season. He leads the team and ranks eighth in the Big Ten averaging 2.1 triples per contest. 

  • After opening the year averaging 7.1 points and 5.0 rebounds in his first eight games, Tre White has found a rhythm on the court for the Illini. Beginning with a 23-point, 8 rebound effort vs. #20 Wisconsin on Dec. 10, White is averaging 12.4 points (149) and 5.6 rebounds (67) over the last 12 games, scoring in double figures seven times.

  • During that same 12-game stretch, Kylan Boswell is averaging 14.4 points (173), 6.6 rebounds (79), and 4.2 assists (50). He scored a career-high 22 points in the Illini’s win at Indiana (Jan. 14). 

  • Boswell recorded the seventh triple-double in Illinois history and fifth of the Underwood era against Chicago State (Dec. 29), tallying 18 points, career-high 10 rebounds, and career-high 10 assists. 

  • Dra Gibbs-Lawhorn continues to make a big impact off the bench for the Illini in his sophomore season. Over his last 10 games, Gibbs-Lawhorn is averaging 9.9 points (99) while shooting 55.2% (37-67) from the field.  

  • Morez Johnson Jr. is also excelling for the Illini. Over his last 10 games Johnson is averaging 8.3 points (83) and 7.1 rebounds (71), highlighted by a 20-point, 11-rebound double-double in the win over Penn State (Jan. 8), and a 15-point, nine-rebound effort in his second-career start vs. Northwestern on Jan. 26. 

  • Johnson, at 6.6 rebounds per game, is on track for the fourth-best freshman mark in Illini history. 

  • Johnson recorded his third double-double of the season in Illinois’ Jan. 8 win over Penn State, recording a career-high 20 points and pulling down a game-high 11 rebounds. 

  • Through 20 games, Johnson has recorded 23 total blocks, eighth in the Illini freshman record book. Johnson is on pace to finish his freshman season third among Illini freshmen all-time behind only Deon Thomas (54 in 1990-91) and Kofi Cockburn (44 in 2019-20). 

  • Illinois leads the Big Ten in eight team statistical categories, with the following NCAA rankings: total rebounds per game (1st in NCAA; 45.0), defensive rebounds per game (1st; 31.5), rebound margin (1st; 11.5)scoring offense (6th; 85.8), 3-point attempts per game (7th; 31.0), 3-point percentage defense (13th; .285), field goal percentage defense (27th; .397), and offensive rebounds per game (25th; 13.5). 

  • Three Illini scored 20+ points vs. Penn State – Ben Humrichous (21), Morez Johnson Jr. (20) and Tre White (20). It marked just the third time in the last 35 seasons that Illinois had a game featuring a trio of 20-point scorers.  

  • Illinois’ 32-point road win over #9 Oregon was the largest margin of victory ever by a road team over an AP Top-10 opponent, and the largest road win in Illinois program history against any top-25 opponent. 

  • In their 109-77 win at #9 Oregon, Illinois became the first Big Ten team since Feb. 9, 1989, to record 100+ points in a Top-10 road win (No. 10 Michigan defeated No. 8 Iowa, 108-107).

  • Illinois also posted a dominant 94-69 win at Indiana on Jan. 14. The 25-point margin of victory was the second-largest for a Hoosiers’ opponent in Assembly Hall history, while Illinois’ 94 points marked the most ever scored by a visiting team in a regulation game at Assembly Hall. 



The University of Illinois men’s basketball team will close out the month of January with a tough road test against the Nebraska Cornhuskers. The Illini are currently riding a hot streak, with impressive wins over ranked opponents and a recent victory over in-state rival Northwestern.

As the Illini continue to climb in the rankings and solidify their spot as a contender in the Big Ten, this upcoming game against Nebraska will be crucial for continuing their momentum. The Cornhuskers have proven to be a tough opponent in the past, and the Illini will need to bring their A-game to secure a win on the road.

Fans can expect an exciting matchup between these two teams as they battle it out on the court. Be sure to tune in and support the Illini as they look to close out January with another impressive victory. #IlliniBasketball #NebraskaCornhuskers #BigTenBasketball

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  • Lauri Markkanen Injury Update: January 28 vs. Warriors


    Alex Hunter gives an injury update for Jazz PF Lauri Markkanen (injury management), who will miss Tuesday’s game vs. the Warriors.

    Playing their second game in two nights, the Jazz have ruled out Lauri Markkanen (injury management) for Tuesday’s matchup with the Warriors, along with Walker Kessler (shoulder), John Collins (illness), Jordan Clarkson (injury management) and Cody Williams (ankle). Ruling out all these players isn’t a surprise for this Utah team that has been tanking all season and Markkanen and the rest of these inactive players should be back in the lineup Thursday when the Jazz host the Timberwolves.

    After averaging 23.2 PPG last season, Markkanen has taken a step backwards this season, averaging 19.7 points and 6.1 rebounds per game in 35 starts. Tuesday will mark the third time this season that Utah has been without Markkanen, Kessler, Collins and Clarkson and, with these four key players missing, Collin Sexton ($7,000), Keyonte George ($6,700) and Isaiah Collier ($5,200) should see huge roles and are all strong DFS options for Tuesday’s four-game slate. With Markkanen, Kessler, Collins and Clarkson inactive this season, George, Collier and Sexton are leading the team with 41.5, 40.5 and 37.1 FPTS per game, respectively. Svi Mykhailiuk ($4,500) also should see an expanded role and is a great cheap option. In the two games he has played without Markkanen, Kessler, Collins and Clarkson this season, Mykhailiuk is averaging 26.3 FPTS in 22.3 minutes per game.

    Lastly, Drew Eubanks ($4,100) should start at center with the Jazz so thin up front and is a terrific punt play at his cheap salary. Eubanks has started in both games the Jazz have been without Markkanen, Kessler, Collins and Clarkson this season, and he has supplied 32.5 FPTS in 28.1 minutes per game with the first unit.

    The Jazz are 4-6 without Markkanen this season and they are a 13.5-point underdog vs. the Warriors on DraftKings Sportsbook for Tuesday night.



    Chicago Bulls forward Lauri Markkanen suffered a hip injury during the game against the Golden State Warriors on January 28. Markkanen left the game in the fourth quarter and did not return.

    The team announced that Markkanen underwent further evaluation and he is listed as day-to-day. The extent of his injury and his availability for upcoming games is still uncertain.

    Markkanen has been a key player for the Bulls this season, averaging 18.5 points and 6.4 rebounds per game. His absence will be felt on the court, but the team is hopeful for a speedy recovery.

    Stay tuned for more updates on Lauri Markkanen’s injury and his status for future games.

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  • Zaccharie Risacher Uncertain for Hawks with Hamstring Strain on January 27, 2025


    Zaccharie Risacher is dealing with a left hamstring strain. He is uncertain to play for the Atlanta Hawks in their upcoming game against the Minnesota Timberwolves on January 27, 2025.

    Risacher has played in 38 games this season and missed seven. The team averages 117.8 points per game when he plays and 109.3 points when he does not. The Hawks have a record of 20-18 with him and are 2-4 without him.

    This season, Risacher averages 10.5 points, 3.5 rebounds, and 1.2 assists per game. He has made an average of 1.2 three-pointers per game with a shooting percentage of 40.3%. His three-point shooting percentage stands at 28.1%.






    The Atlanta Hawks are facing uncertainty with guard Zaccharie Risacher after he suffered a hamstring strain during a recent game. Risacher, who has been a key contributor for the team this season, will be re-evaluated in the coming days to determine the severity of the injury and his potential return timeline.

    The injury comes at a critical time for the Hawks, who are currently in the midst of a playoff push. Risacher’s absence could have a significant impact on the team’s performance, as he has been a reliable scorer and playmaker on both ends of the court.

    Head coach Mike Budenholzer expressed concern over Risacher’s injury, stating that the team will need to adjust their game plan in his absence. The Hawks will look to other players to step up and fill the void left by Risacher, but his absence will undoubtedly be felt on the court.

    Fans are hopeful that Risacher will make a speedy recovery and return to action soon, but for now, his status remains uncertain. Stay tuned for updates on his condition as the Hawks continue their season.

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  • Islanders Gameday News: A January to remember


    The Islanders are finally back on the road for their third meeting of the month with the Philadelphia Flyers. The teams split the previous two meetings on Long Island, but now the Isles are looking to close out a month in which they’re 8-3 thus far.

    Philadelphia is playing the second (but little travel) end of a back-to-back after losing badly in Newark last night, splitting a home-and-home with their neighbors.

    The Isles, of course, have a shocking five-game win streak on the line and have won 8 of their last 10. The Flyers are one point ahead of them (but have played three more games) and are one of several teams standing between them and the wild card that they’re not going to get.

    First Islanders Goal picks go here.

    Islanders News

    • Old friend Nick Leddy, on the IR with the Blues, gave Scott Perunovich some encouragement about the opportunity on Long Island. [Newsday]
    • Perunovich said all the usual/right things. Patrick Roy says he’ll get some power play time, though of course there were none on Tuesday. [Isles]
    • Roy said Perunovich had a really good debut; the newcomer felt he had a slow start but came around with help from teammates. [Post]
    • The Skinny: “The Islanders extended the longest active winning streak in the NHL” are not words I expected to read at any point this season. [Isles]
    • Momentum, despite the major injuries, has the Isles in a strange place. [Newsday]
    • Island Ice podcast: “Did the Isles just save their season?” (No. No, they did not.) [Newsday]
    • If you did not access or endure the ESPN broadcast the other night, John Buccigross said Brock Nelson signing with the Wild this summer is “like the worst kept secret in hockey.” [THN]
    • Cal Clutterbuck is enjoying his turns on the MSG broadcast, and his former teammates are enjoying the fact it’s something he always said he’d never want to do. (I’ve been enjoying Shannon Hogan razz him a bit on recent broadcasts, too.) [Isles]
    • Yesterday in Isles history: That freezing Yankee Stadium game and Trottier hits 1,000 points. [Isles]

    Elsewhere

    Last night’s NHL scores included the Flyers getting stomped 5-0 by the Hughes Devils.

    • The Elias Pettersson rift is hilarious drama that appears beyond fixing, somehow, as management lead Jim Rutherford publicly acknowledges. [Globe & Mail]
    • That kind of bombshell reflects just how poorly the Canucks have handled communications about this. [Vancouver Is Awesome]
    • J.T. Miller had no comment on all that. [Sportsnet]
    • Utah will hold an in-game vote for their name and logo. It’s presumably non-binding, like a Russian election. [NHL]
    • After a catastrophic preseason ankle injury, Drew Doughty made his season debut. [NHL]
    • Brandon Saad was waived by the Blues, but rather than report to the AHL he agreed to a contract termination with $5 million left on his contract. Thankfully he’s not a defenseman. [NHL]
    • After six straight losses, Phillipp Grubauer is placed on waivers by Seattle. [NHL]
    • Tough break, Cous’. Nick Cousins is out 6-8 weeks. [TSN]



    The New York Islanders are heating up as they head into the final stretch of January, with a record of 6-2-1 so far this month. This hot streak has catapulted them into second place in the Metropolitan Division and has fans buzzing with excitement.

    In their most recent game, the Islanders dominated the Pittsburgh Penguins with a 4-1 victory, showcasing their depth and skill on both ends of the ice. Goalie Semyon Varlamov was a standout player, making crucial saves to keep the Penguins at bay and secure the win.

    The team’s offense has been firing on all cylinders, with captain Anders Lee leading the way with 10 goals in January. The power play unit has also been clicking, converting on multiple opportunities to give the Islanders an edge in close games.

    As the Islanders gear up for their upcoming matchups against division rivals, including the Washington Capitals and the Philadelphia Flyers, they are looking to continue their winning ways and solidify their position in the standings.

    With their strong play in January, the Islanders are proving that they are a force to be reckoned with in the Eastern Conference. Fans are hopeful that this success will continue into the second half of the season and potentially lead to a deep playoff run.

    Stay tuned for more Islanders gameday news as they look to make January a month to remember. Let’s go Islanders!

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  • LaMelo Ball Injury Status – Hornets vs. Nets Injury Report January 29


    LaMelo Ball Injury Status – Hornets vs. Nets Injury Report January 29

    Published 5:33 pm Tuesday, January 28, 2025

    LaMelo Ball Injury Status - Hornets vs. Nets Injury Report January 29

    Let’s check out the injury report for the Charlotte Hornets (12-31), which currently has five players listed (including LaMelo Ball), as the Hornets prepare for their matchup with the Brooklyn Nets (14-33, eight injured players) at Spectrum Center on Wednesday, January 29 at 7:00 PM ET.

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    In their most recent matchup on Monday, the Hornets suffered a 112-107 loss to the Lakers. Miles Bridges scored a team-best 26 points for the Hornets in the loss.

    The Nets head into this game after a 110-96 loss to the Kings on Monday. D’Angelo Russell scored 19 points in the Nets’ loss, leading the team.

    Charlotte Hornets Injury Report Today

    Name Position Status Injury PPG RPG APG
    Grant Williams PF Out For Season Acl 10.4 5.1 2.3
    Brandon Miller SF Out For Season Wrist 21.0 4.9 3.6
    LaMelo Ball PG Day-To-Day Leg 28.2 5.3 7.3
    Cody Martin SF Day-To-Day Core 7.8 4.5 2.3
    Tre Mann PG Day-To-Day Back 14.1 2.9 3.0

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    Brooklyn Nets Injury Report Today

    Name Position Status Injury PPG RPG APG
    Bojan Bogdanovic SF Out Foot
    De’Anthony Melton PG Out For Season Acl 10.3 3.3 2.8
    Maxwell Lewis SF Out Leg 0.9 0.3 0.3
    Cameron Thomas SG Out Hamstring 24.7 3.6 3.4
    Cameron Johnson PF Out Ankle 19.4 4.1 2.9
    Noah Clowney PF Day-To-Day Ankle 9.4 3.9 0.8
    Trendon Watford PF Day-To-Day Hamstring 9.0 3.0 1.3
    Ben Simmons PG Day-To-Day Back 6.3 5.3 7.1

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    Hornets vs. Nets Game Info

    • When: Wednesday, January 29, 2025 at 7:00 PM ET
    • Where: Spectrum Center in Charlotte, North Carolina
    • TV: YES and FDSSE
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    LaMelo Ball Injury Status – Hornets vs. Nets Injury Report January 29

    As the Charlotte Hornets prepare to face off against the Brooklyn Nets on January 29, all eyes are on the injury status of star point guard LaMelo Ball. Ball, who has been a key player for the Hornets this season, suffered a wrist injury in a recent game and his status for the upcoming matchup is uncertain.

    Ball’s injury has been a major concern for the Hornets, as he has been averaging 20 points, 6 rebounds, and 6 assists per game this season. His dynamic playmaking and scoring ability have been crucial to the team’s success, and his absence would be a significant blow.

    The Hornets will be closely monitoring Ball’s progress leading up to the game against the Nets, as they look to secure a crucial win in the competitive Eastern Conference. Stay tuned for updates on LaMelo Ball’s injury status and how it may impact the Hornets’ chances against the Nets.

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  • NHL Predictions: Expert Picks on Thursday, January 30


    NHL Predictions – Expert Picks on Thursday, January 30:

    Here are tonight’s NHL predictions:

     

    7 p.m. ET

    From a betting standpoint, this is my favorite game on the card tonight. We have the Blackhawks coming off a rare game when they didn’t cash the first period Over 1.5 (just the second time in the last 17 games). Both Chicago and Carolina have been a great bet on a goal in the first 10 minutes of the game (Yes). The Blackhawks have cashed this wager in 12 of their last 14 games. The Hurricanes are on a 16-5 run at home with a goal being scored in the first 10 minutes of their games.

    From a player prop standpoint, we have Taylor Hall facing his former team for the first time since the trade and Teuvo Teravainen playing his first game in Carolina since signing with the Blackhawks in the offseason. Mikko Rantanen is still in search of his first goal with the Hurricanes, but he has cashed his shots on goal prop (Over 2.5) in each of his two games with Carolina. At the time of this writing, I still have not been able to find a point or assist prop for Taylor Hall.

    I will also grab the Blackhawks on the money line. These two teams met 10 days ago in Chicago, with the Canes battling back from down 3-1 before squeezing out a 4-3 overtime win. I know Carolina has dominated this match up, winning 9 of 10, 17 of 20 and 21 of the last 30 meetings, but at +360, it’s worth a pizza money bet.

    NHL Predictions: Goal in the 1st 10 minutes/Yes (-165) – 2 units
    1st Period Over 1.5 (-140) – 2 units
    Mikko Rantanen Over 2.5 SOG (-155) – 1 unit
    Teuvo Teravainen Over ½ point (+126) – ¼ unit
    Chicago Blackhawks ML (+360) – ¼ unit
    Chicago Blackhawks +1.5 (+142) – ¼ unit

    7 p.m. ET

    A matchup between two teams that are massively trending to games going Under the total. Washington Capitals games have gone Under the total in 10 consecutive games, and Ottawa is on a 15-1-1 run to the Under. Capitals goalie Logan Thompson has given up two or fewer goals in 10 of his last 12 starts.  Thompson is 4-1 lifetime against Ottawa with a goals against average of two and one shutout.

    Caps games have gone Under the total in the first period in eight of the last 10 games, and Ottawa has gone Under in the first period in seven of their last nine games.

    These two teams met back on January 16 in Ottawa, with the Caps coming away with a 1-0 overtime win. It should have come as no surprise the game went past 60 minutes. It was the fourth time in the last six meetings they have needed extra time to decide a winner.

    NHL Predictions: 1st Period Under 1.5 (-120) – 1.5 units
    Full Game Under 5.5. (-130) – 1.5 units
    Regulation Draw (+290) – ¼ unit

    7 p.m. ET

    Scoring goals has been a massive problem for the LA Kings of late. LA was shut out last night (3-0) by the Florida Panthers and have scored two goals or less in 10 of their last 11 games. With the Kings being a shutout victim last night, they fell into our system plays (Goal 1st 10 minutes and 1st period Over 1.5). The Kings’ 5-2 record on the second half of a back-to-back looks good on the surface, but the two losses are as a road underdog, which is the situation they are in tonight at Tampa. For the season, LA is 3-9 as a road underdog and 6-8 as the road favorite.

    The numbers only get worse when it comes to playing in Tampa for Los Angeles. The Kings have lost eight straight and nine of 10  in Tampa. Four of the last five contests in Tampa have gone past regulation, with the Lightning winning all four games.

    David Rittich is expected to get the start in goal for LA tonight, as Darcy Kuemper played last night against the Panthers. Rittich has struggled on the road this season, with just three wins in 11 road starts. His 3.20 GAA away from home is a full goal higher than when he plays at home (2.11). He is 0-3 in his career against the Lightning with a goals against average of 4.22.

    NHL Predictions: Goal in the 1st 10/Yes (-145) – 2 units
    1st Period Over 1.5 (-125) – 1 unit
    Tampa Bay Lightning ML (-140) – 1 unit
    Regulation Draw (+310) – ¼ unit

    7 p.m. ET

    The Wild are coming off a hard-fought win at Toronto last night and are on the second half of a back-to-back tonight at Montreal. Minnesota is 3-5 on the back end of back-backs this season. They have lost all four times when they have been a road dog in this spot. But the Wild have owned the Habs over the years, winning nine of 10 and 17 of 18. Tonight will be the final game in Montreal of Marc-Andre Fleury’s career. The Quebec native will have more than 100 family and friends in the building. “Always feel such an honor to play on (the Canadiens’) ice,” Fleury said. “It’ll be very special, for sure.”

    Fleury will be opposed by Jakub Dobes at the other end of the ice. Dobes had his five-game win streak to start the season come to an end with a 4-3 overtime loss to New Jersey on Saturday. Outside of his debut (4-0 shutout over Florida), the Habs have given up the first goal of the game in all but one of his six starts.

    Matt Boldy has five goals in six games against the Canadiens. Marcus Foligno has goals in three straight.

    NHL Predictions: Minnesota Wild ML (+120) – 1.5 units
    Minnesota Wild to score the first goal (-105) – ½ unit
    Matt Boldy anytime goal (+180) – ¼ unit
    Marcus Foligno anytime goal (+460)- ¼ unit

    7:30 p.m. ET

    This game opened with both teams at (-110) and has since seen the Islanders move to a road favorite (-125). According to our VSIN Betting Splits page, the Islanders are getting 58% of the bets and 87% of the money. Why does the line move, you ask? The Flyers are on the second half of a back-to-back and are a horrendous (1-8) on the back end of back-to-backs this season, including a 3-1 loss to the Islanders on January 24. The Islanders have won five straight, giving up two goals or less in all five. They have given up two or fewer goals in eight of their last nine games. Ivan Fedotov gets the start in goal for the Flyers. He has lost six of his last seven starts. Philly has scored two goals or less in six of his last seven starts. Brock Nelson has two goals in two games against Ivan Fedotov.

    NHL Predictions: New York Islanders ML (-125) – 1.5 units
    Philadelphia Flyers TT Under 2.5 (+105) – ½ unit
    Brock Nelson anytime goal (+230) – ¼ unit

    9 p.m. ET

    The first wager that caught my attention when looking at this game is the goal in the first 10 minutes prop. Ducks games have had a goal in the first 10 scored in nine of their last 10 games and eleven of their last 15 games on the road. Seven of the last nine Calgary games have had a goal scored in the first 10 minutes.

    The Flames have won eight of the last 10 meetings, but the Ducks have won two of the last three in Calgary. The Ducks have scored three or more goals in their last three trips to Calgary. The Flames have given up three or more goals in each of their last three games, losing two of their last three overall. The Ducks have scored 16 goals in their last three games. Anaheim has won 20 of 22 games this season when scoring three or more goals.

    One player prop that jumped off the page for me. Andrei Kuzmenko has 10 goals in eight games against the Ducks and four goals in three games against Ducks goalie Lukas Dostal.

    NHL Prediction: Goal in the 1st 10/Yes (-145) – 1 unit
    Anaheim Ducks TT over 2.5 (-125) – 1 unit
    Anaheim Ducks ML (+145) – ½ unit
    Andrei Kuzmenko anytime goal (+470) – ¼ unit
    Mason McTavish anytime goal (+320) – ¼ unit



    Are you ready for some NHL action? We’ve got expert picks for you for Thursday, January 30th. Check out our predictions and get ready to cheer on your favorite teams!

    1. Tampa Bay Lightning vs. Dallas Stars
    Our experts are predicting a tight matchup between these two powerhouse teams. The Lightning have been on a hot streak lately, but the Stars are always tough to beat at home. Our pick: Tampa Bay Lightning

    2. Colorado Avalanche vs. Philadelphia Flyers
    The Avalanche have been dominating the competition this season, and our experts expect them to continue their winning ways against the Flyers. Look for Colorado’s top line to have a big game. Our pick: Colorado Avalanche

    3. Toronto Maple Leafs vs. Washington Capitals
    This game is shaping up to be a battle of the top teams in the league. The Maple Leafs have been on a tear recently, but the Capitals are always a tough opponent. Our pick: Washington Capitals

    4. Boston Bruins vs. Vegas Golden Knights
    Both of these teams have been playing well lately, but our experts are giving the edge to the Bruins in this matchup. Look for Boston’s top line to lead the way to victory. Our pick: Boston Bruins

    Stay tuned for more expert picks and analysis as the NHL season heats up. Let us know your predictions in the comments below!

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  • Projected Lineup: January 30 vs. Chicago


    RALEIGH, N.C. – Forward Sebastian Aho will be a game-time decision for the Carolina Hurricanes on Thursday when they take on the Chicago Blackhawks.

    According to Rod Brind’Amour, the team’s star center “didn’t feel well when he got to the rink” this morning. He returned home before taking part in the morning skate with the team. If Aho is not able to go, it would be the second consecutive contest that they’d be missing someone up front due to illness, after Jack Roslovic had to sit out Tuesday’s win over New York.

    On a positive note though, Roslovic was back with the team this morning, working in Aho’s spot between Mikko Rantanen and Jackson Blake. Among players who have played for the team all season, only Seth Jarvis (19) has more goals than Roslovic (18).

    Behind the cast of skaters, the team is expected to turn to Pyotr Kochetkov (18-9-3 | 2.48 GAA | .903 SV%) between the pipes on Thursday as they aim to move their point streak to seven games.

    With a 3-0-2 mark in his last five appearances, the 25-year-old backstop has gotten into an every-other-game rotation with Frederik Andersen since the Dane returned from knee surgery early last week.

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    Tonight’s Betting Odds…

    Odds at Time of Publishing, provided by Fanatics Sportsbook: Canes -425

    To view more Fanatics Sportsbook betting lines, click here.

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    Tonight’s Projected Lineup…

    Forwards

    Rantanen – Aho* – Blake

    Hall – Kotkaniemi – Svechnikov

    Martinook – Staal – Jarvis

    Robinson – Jaaska – Roslovic

    (If Aho cannot play, the team would have Riley Stillman skate in an 11-7 formation, like Tuesday’s win over New York.)

    Defense

    Slavin – Burns

    Orlov – Chatfield

    Gostisbehere – Walker

    Goaltenders

    Kochetkov

    [Backup: Andersen]

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    Injuries

    William Carrier (Lower-Body Injury | Out “A Couple of Months” As Of Jan. 24)

    Tyson Jost (Lower-Body Injury | Out “Long-Term” As Of Jan. 2)

    Jesper Fast (Neck | Out For 2024-25 Season)

    Scratches

    TBD

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    PP1: Aho/Blake, Jarvis, Rantanen, and Svechnikov with Gostisbehere

    PP2: Blake/Walker, Hall, Kotkaniemi, and Roslovic with Burns



    Projected Lineup: January 30 vs. Chicago

    As the big game against Chicago approaches, here is the projected lineup for our team:

    Forwards:
    1. Alex Ovechkin
    2. Evgeny Kuznetsov
    3. T.J. Oshie
    4. Tom Wilson
    5. Jakub Vrana
    6. Lars Eller

    Defense:
    1. John Carlson
    2. Dmitry Orlov
    3. Justin Schultz
    4. Brenden Dillon

    Goalie:
    1. Ilya Samsonov

    Be sure to tune in on January 30 to see how this lineup performs against Chicago. Let’s go team! #GoTeam #HockeyGame #ProjectedLineup

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  • Rockets vs. Grizzlies odds, line, spread, time: 2025 NBA picks, January 30 predictions from proven model


    The top two teams in the Southwest Division clash when the Houston Rockets battle the Memphis Grizzlies in a key Western Conference matchup on Thursday. Houston is coming off a 100-96 win at Atlanta on Tuesday, while Memphis dropped a 143-106 decision at New York on Monday. The Rockets (32-14), the second seed in the West, can complete a four-game season sweep of Memphis with a win, and they’ve already knocked off Memphis twice this month. The Grizzlies (31-16), the third seed in the conference, are 19-5 on their home floor this season. Alperen Sengun (calf) is questionable for Houston, while Ja Morant (shoulder) is questionable for Memphis.

    Tip-off from FedEx Forum in Memphis, Tenn., is set for 9:30 p.m. ET. The Grizzlies are 5-point favorites in the latest Rockets vs. Grizzlies odds from SportsLine consensus, while the over/under for total points scored is 236.5. Memphis is at -194 on the money line (risk $194 to win $100), while Houston is at +161 (risk $100 to win $161). 

    Before making any Rockets vs. Grizzlies picks, check out the NBA predictions from the SportsLine Projection Model.

    The SportsLine Projection Model simulates every NBA game 10,000 times and has returned well over $10,000 in betting profit for $100 players on its top-rated NBA picks over the past six-plus seasons. The model enters Week 15 of the 2024-25 NBA season on a sizzling 140-100 roll on all top-rated NBA picks dating back to last season, returning well over $3,000. Anyone following at sportsbooks and on betting apps could have seen HUGE returns!

    The model has simulated Rockets vs. Grizzlies 10,000 times and the results are in. The model is leaning Under, and it also says one side of the spread has all the value!

    So who wins Rockets vs. Grizzlies, and which side of the spread has all the value? Join SportsLine right now to see which side of the spread you need to jump on, all from the computer model that has crushed its NBA picks!



    Are you ready for some high-flying NBA action? The Houston Rockets will take on the Memphis Grizzlies on January 30, and we’ve got all the odds, lines, spreads, and predictions you need to know.

    The Rockets are coming into this game with a record of 15-32, while the Grizzlies are sitting at 25-19. Despite the difference in records, both teams have been playing well as of late, making this matchup an exciting one to watch.

    According to the latest odds, the Grizzlies are favored to win this game, with a spread of -7.5 points. The over/under is set at 221.5 points.

    If you’re looking to make some picks for this game, a proven model has some predictions for you. The model has been red-hot lately, correctly predicting the outcomes of several NBA games.

    According to the model, the Grizzlies will cover the spread and win by double digits. The total will also go over, with both teams scoring well above the projected total.

    So, if you’re looking to place some bets on this game, consider taking the Grizzlies to cover the spread and the total to go over. With the model’s track record, you could be looking at a big payday on January 30.

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  • See eligible taxpayers, amounts for January 2025




    Attention all taxpayers! Are you wondering if you are eligible for any tax refunds or credits for January 2025? Look no further! Check out the following list of eligible taxpayers and the corresponding amounts:

    1. Single individuals with an adjusted gross income of $50,000 or less may be eligible for a tax refund of up to $500.

    2. Married couples filing jointly with an adjusted gross income of $75,000 or less may be eligible for a tax credit of $1,000.

    3. Parents with children under the age of 18 may be eligible for a child tax credit of $500 per child.

    4. Small business owners with a net profit of $50,000 or less may be eligible for a small business tax credit of $1,000.

    Make sure to check the IRS website or consult with a tax professional to determine your eligibility and claim any potential refunds or credits for January 2025. Don’t miss out on these valuable opportunities to save money on your taxes! #taxseason #taxcredits #taxrefunds #January2025

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