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Baylor Bears to Face Arizona State Sun Devils in Big 12 Clash: Can Baylor Overcome Road Woes to Secure Victory?

The Baylor Bears (10-4, 2-1 Big 12) are set to take on the Arizona State Sun Devils (10-4, 1-2 Big 12) in a Big 12 conference game on Saturday, January 11, 2025, at 10:30 PM EST in Tempe. Baylor, who has struggled on the road this season with a 0-3 record, will be facing a formidable opponent as Arizona State boasts a perfect 5-0 record at home. Despite this, Baylor is favored to win with a -5.5 point spread that has remained unchanged. Fans and bettors alike are eagerly anticipating this exciting matchup.

Betting Odds

• Moneyline: Bears -222 | Sun Devils +180
• Spread: Bears -5.5 (-110) | Sun Devils +5.5 (-110)
• Total: Over/Under 141.5 (-110)
• Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that Baylor will win straight-up is 69%.

Baylor vs Arizona St. Stats

Baylor Bears

Baylor recently secured a home victory over Cincinnati, with Norchad Omier delivering a standout performance. Omier currently leads the team in points and rebounds this season. The team is ranked 19th in the KenPom ratings, excelling offensively but ranking lower in defensive statistics. While Baylor has struggled on the road this season, they have shown potential against strong opponents. With a solid offensive game, Baylor could improve their free throw attempts. Overall, the Bears have a 10-4 record and have shown strength in various areas of their gameplay.

Arizona St. Sun Devils Analysis

The Arizona State Sun Devils have a 9-5 record against the spread this season. They began the season 8-1 overall but have since gone 2-3 in their last five games, with losses to Florida, BYU, and Kansas. They recently won a home conference game against Colorado. Arizona State is ranked 58th in the KenPom ratings, with a strong defensive ranking at 34th but a lower offensive ranking at 98th. Joson Sanon leads the team in scoring with 13.5 points per game. Basjeer Jihad follows closely with 13.1 points per game. The Sun Devils excel in three-point shooting, ranking 66th in three-point percentage and 85th in made threes. However, they are struggling offensively, averaging 75.4 points per game, ranking 181st. Defensively, Arizona State allows an average of 71.1 points per game, ranking 184th. Handicapping predictions can provide insights for those looking to make betting decisions on NCAAB games featuring the Sun Devils.

Baylor Struggles on the Road, Arizona State Shines at Home: Betting Underdog a Smart Choice?

Despite facing tough competition, Baylor has struggled to secure wins on the road, boasting a 0-2-1 record against the spread in such games. Conversely, Arizona State has proven its resilience by ranking 19th in the nation for strength of schedule and obtaining significant home victories over Santa Clara, Grand Canyon, New Mexico, and Saint Mary's. Winning conference games on the road is a challenge, making the underdog receiving points at home a potentially valuable choice.

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