Connecticut Huskies vs DePaul Blue Demons Betting Picks & Predictions
The two-time defending National Champion UConn Huskies will face off against the DePaul Blue Demons on New Year's Day in a Big East matchup. The Huskies, ranked 11th, have a
Game outlook
The two-time defending National Champion UConn Huskies will face off against the DePaul Blue Demons on New Year's Day in a Big East matchup. The Huskies, ranked 11th, have a season record of 10-3 and are 2-0 in Big East play, while the Blue Demons are 9-4 overall and 0-2 in the Big East. The game is set to start at 2:00 pm EST in Chicago. Connecticut is the betting favorite with a spread of -10.5.
Betting Odds
Moneyline: Huskies -575 | Blue Demons +425
Spread: Huskies -10.5 (-110) | Blue Demons +10.5 (-110)
Total: Over/Under 146.5 (-110)
Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that Connecticut will win straight-up is 85%.
Connecticut Huskies
The UConn Huskies had a rough start to the season with three straight losses after a 4-0 start. However, they have since bounced back with six consecutive wins, including defeating Butler in their first two Big East games. UConn is currently 2-0 in conference play and aiming to defend their national title. Their offense ranks 36th, shooting 49.42% from the field and 36.00% from three-point range. Defensively, they allow opponents to shoot 41.65% from the field and 38.84% from three-point range. Despite some defensive struggles, the Huskies rank high in offensive efficiency and have a strong rebounding game. With no significant injuries to report, the team is focused on capturing another Big East regular season crown and making another deep run in the national tournament.