If Thursday’s sports lineup represents the main course of the Thanksgiving week sports-viewing feast, Monday’s action serves as a flavorful appetizer. Today’s highlights include a pivotal Monday Night Football game between the San Francisco 49ers and the Carolina Panthers at Levi’s Stadium in Santa Clara, California.
The 49ers (7-4) are positioned third in the NFC West, desperately clinging to the last wild card playoff spot. In contrast, the Panthers (6-5) are one of this season’s pleasant surprises and could take the lead in the NFC South with a win today.
The matchup features Christian McCaffrey facing his former team for the first time. After starting his career with the Panthers, McCaffrey now leads the NFL in scrimmage yards this season with 1,439.
The odds favor San Francisco, with the 49ers listed as 7.5-point favorites against Carolina.
NFL Best Bets and Viewing Info
Panthers at 49ers
Time: 8:15 p.m. | Location: Santa Clara, CA | TV: ABC/ESPN | Stream: Fubo
SportsLine Picks – Model: 49ers -7.5 | Expert: Panthers +7 (Larry Hartstein)
After missing six games due to injury, QB Brock Purdy made a strong return last week, leading the 49ers to a convincing win. Meanwhile, Bryce Young of the Panthers is coming off the best performance of his season, establishing a franchise record with 448 passing yards.
NBA Best Bets and Viewing Info
Cavaliers at Raptors
Time: 7 p.m. | Location: Toronto | TV: Peacock | Stream: Fubo
SportsLine Picks – Model: Cavaliers -2.5
The Toronto Raptors have rallied from a rough start to now position themselves as second in the East. Their upcoming clash with the Cleveland Cavaliers will be thrilling as both teams vie for playoff seeding. The Cavaliers are also on a hot streak, making it a matchup worth watching.
College Basketball Best Bets and Viewing Info
Gonzaga vs. Alabama
Time: 9:30 p.m. | Location: Las Vegas | TV: TNT | Stream: Fubo
SportsLine Picks – Model: Alabama +4.5
This highly anticipated game sees the Gonzaga Bulldogs take on the Alabama Crimson Tide in the MGM Grand Arena. With plenty at stake, expect this competitive clash to be a highlight of the basketball schedule.
