Fordham Rams vs
Davidson WildcatsPredictions & Preview

Fordham set to take on Davidson in highly anticipated matchup at Belk Arena

On Saturday afternoon, Fordham will face Davidson in a highly anticipated matchup at Belk Arena in North Carolina. Davidson, with a record of 11-4 SU and 8-6 ATS, is the favorite with a -9 point spread that has not shifted. Last season, the Wildcats secured two wins out of three games against the Rams, but Fordham emerged victorious in the Atlantic 10 tournament. It remains to be seen which team will come out on top in this Fordham vs. Davidson prediction.

Betting Odds

• Moneyline: Rams +320 | Wildcats -410
• Spread: Rams +9 (-110) | Wildcats -9 (-110)
• Total: Over/Under 146.5 (-110)
• Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that Davidson will win straight-up is 80%.

Fordham vs Davidson Stats

Fordham Rams

The Fordham Rams recently suffered three consecutive losses in Atlantic 10 play, including a defeat against VCU where they struggled shooting the ball. Japhet Medor led the team in scoring with 19 points. Missing guard Will Richardson, the Rams have struggled in offensive efficiency and overall rankings. Despite their defensive struggles, they have shown promise offensively with key players such as Jackie Johnson contributing significantly. Fordham's statistics in shooting percentages, rebounding, and turnovers reflect their current performance. They are looking to improve their record and performance moving forward.

Davidson Wildcats Analysis

Davidson Wildcats, ranked 105th in KenPom, have performed strongly at home with a 9-0 record but have struggled in true road games with a 1-2 record. Despite a loss at George Mason to open A-10 play, they bounced back with a win against Duquesne. Reed Bailey and Zach Laput led the team in scoring in their recent victory, shooting an impressive 51% from the field and 41% from three-point range. Bailey and Connor Kuchera are key players for the Wildcats, averaging over 15 points per game each. Defensively, Davidson ranks 193rd in Adjusted Defensive Efficiency and allows 69.5 points per game on 44.1% shooting. Offensively, they average 76.3 points per game and shoot 47.2% from the field. Davidson has a power ranking of 64 and is ranked #181 for offense and #187 for defense. They are currently 10-4 overall and have shown strong performance in three-point shooting and free throws. Despite some defensive weaknesses, the Wildcats are a competitive team in the A-10 conference.

Fordham Defies Odds Against VCU, Davidson Gains Momentum for Next Matchup

Fordham managed to exceed expectations in their recent game against VCU, covering the 17-point spread despite challenging conditions with no spectators and a water outage. Conversely, Davidson enters the upcoming matchup with momentum following a convincing victory over Duquesne. Their impressive track record of success in covering the spread at home, with a 9-0 straight-up record, indicates their strength on their own court. Additionally, Fordham's defense has struggled, evident in their high opponent field goal percentage of 46.9%. Furthermore, their shortcomings on the boards will likely pose challenges in compensating for their defensive deficiencies.

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