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We have put together a 4-pick cross-sport parlay that will take you right through Tuesday, including picks from the NBA, NHL, College Basketball, and World Cup. One pick is taken from each sport and a winning ticket would give us a very nice payout with odds of +1390 at DraftKings Sportsbook.
World Cup pick today: USA ML over Iran (+100), 2:00 pm ET
The USMNT is stuck on 2 points in World Cup Group B despite playing some excellent soccer, but can clinch qualification for the round of 16 by defeating Iran. The Stars and Stripes would rather be in a better position than this, but the players know that anything less than victory will not be enough.
The U.S. team played well for the first half against Wales and for the whole game against England. This is a talented, energetic team that seems to be growing in belief and may have improve further as the tournament continues –if the Americans are still in Qatar. Gregg Berhalter’s players have deserved better for their efforts so far, therefore backing the USA to win will be the play.
Be sure to check out our full USA vs Iran predictions
NBA pick today: Golden State Warriors -1.5 over Dallas Mavericks (-110), 7:30 pm ET
Golden State just beat up Minnesota on the road at the Target Center. That might not sound like a headline, but it was just the second time the Warriors have won on the road this season. Now they are off to Dallas to play the team they eliminated from the playoffs in the spring.
The Warriors are 2-9 SU/ATS on the road this season. That is surprising, but there have also been some load management situations in there. However, does not appear to be the case for this game and Golden State is favored. After their best road win of the season, the Warriors have the momentum heading into this game. For that reason, backing them to win and cover will be the play.
Be sure to check out our full Golden State Warriors vs Dallas Mavericks predictions
College Basketball pick today: Iowa Hawkeyes -16 over Georgia Tech Yellow Jackets (-105), 9:00 pm ET
Iowa ranks fourth nationally in turnover rate, which goes to show just how good it typically is at taking care of the basketball. A strong matchup edge the Hawkeye offense has is their ability to offensive rebound. Per KenPom, Iowa ranks 50th in offensive rebounding rate, which is concerning for Georgia Tech.
On the other end, Georgia Tech’s offense is very poor — ranking 189th in adjusted offensive efficiency. They struggle to shoot from the perimeter, which allows opposing defenses to pack the paint to deny easy baskets. The Hawkeyes rank in the 90th percentile in transition offense according to Synergy, so expect to see them extend the lead to cover the spread.
Be sure to check out our full Georgia Tech Yellow Jackets vs Iowa Hawkeyes predictions
NHL pick today: Washington Capitals ML over Vancouver Canucks (+100), 10:00 pm ET
The Capitals and Canucks are not off to the kind of starts that they would have liked. What’s been killing the Canucks throughout the first portion of the season has been their penalty kill. They rank above only the Anaheim Ducks in that regard, which is great news for a goal-scorer like Alex Ovechkin.
Although the Capitals rank in the middle of the pack in many aspects, their core group of skaters have been together for what feels like forever. That continuity and consistency travels, which provides value with them despite being on the road. Washington has also become more stout in net with Darcy Kuemper coming over from the Colorado Avalanche. He may not lead the Caps to a Stanley Cup like he won last season, but he can help lead them to win tonight.
Be sure to check out our full Washington Capitals vs Vancouver Canucks predictions
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