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Game time: January 12, 2025 at 4:00 PM ET

Venue: Bryce Jordan Center — University Park, PA

Article updated Jan 11, 10:15 PM EST

Published by SportsJaw Editorial Team

The Oregon Ducks are set to face off against the Penn State Nittany Lions in a Big Ten Conference game on Sunday. The Ducks hold a 14-2 overall record and a 2-2 record in

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The Oregon Ducks are set to face off against the Penn State Nittany Lions in a Big Ten Conference game on Sunday. The Ducks hold a 14-2 overall record and a 2-2 record in conference play, while the Nittany Lions are 12-4 overall with a 2-3 conference record. The game is scheduled for 4:00 pm EST, with Oregon opening as the betting favorite at -3 and the line remaining steady. Stay tuned for the prediction of the upcoming Oregon/Penn State matchup.

Betting Odds

Moneyline: Ducks -144 | Nittany Lions +120

Spread: Ducks -3 (-110) | Nittany Lions +3 (-110)

Total: Over/Under 154 (-110)

Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that Oregon will win straight-up is 59%.

Oregon Ducks

The Oregon Ducks Men's Basketball team secured a come-from-behind 73-71 victory over Ohio State in Columbus on Wednesday night, improving their record to 14-2 on the season. Head coach Dana Altman praised the team's improved ball movement and defensive efforts, particularly highlighting Nate Bittle's performance. Jackson Shelstad led with 24 points, while Nate Bittle contributed 21 points and solid defense. The Ducks struggled early but rallied to shoot 42 percent from the field and emerge victorious. Looking ahead, the Ducks aim to continue their winning streak and improve their standings in the Big Ten Conference. Key players Andre Warren and Dezdrick Lindsay are currently sidelined with injuries. In terms of statistical analysis, the Ducks rank 81st in offense and 128th in defense nationally, with notable strengths in field goal percentage and offensive efficiency. Defensive efficiency also ranks favorably, with the Ducks excelling in rebounds and turnovers. To make informed betting decisions, consider consulting the top NCAAB handicappers for expert analysis.

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Penn St. Nittany Lions Analysis

The Penn State Nittany Lions suffered a challenging loss to the Illinois Fighting Illini, dropping to a 12-4 overall record and 2-3 in the Big Ten. Despite typically being a strong shooting team, the Lions struggled on both ends of the court, shooting poorly and being outplayed on the glass. Head coach Mike Rhoades acknowledged the team's shortcomings and emphasized the need to learn from the experience. In addition, leading scorer Adrian Baldwin was sidelined with an injury in the first half, further impacting the team's performance. Despite their recent setbacks, the Nittany Lions have displayed potential for success in the 2024-25 season, with a solid ranking in offensive statistics and a chance at making the NCAA Tournament. Key injuries to Puff Johnson, Adrian Baldwin Jr., and Hudson Ward may also impact the team's performance. Additionally, the Lions have a power ranking of 39 and are ranked 20th for offense in terms of scoring and shooting percentages. Overall, the Nittany Lions will need to work on their defense and overcome injuries in order to continue their success in the competitive Big Ten Conference.

Penn State Nittany Lions Aim to Rebound with Strong Home Performance against Oregon

Anticipate a strong performance from the Nittany Lions as they look to rebound from a disappointing showing at Illinois. Despite being known for their exceptional shooting abilities, the team struggled offensively, shooting just 30 percent from the field. Coach has acknowledged that the players became more aggressive when their shots did not connect. Returning to the familiar environment of the Bryce Jordan Center, the Lions are expected to regain their shooting prowess against the Ducks. Oregon faces the challenge of back-to-back road games, which may impact their performance as they adapt to the rigorous Big Ten schedule. This match holds significance for Penn State as they aim to secure valuable home victories to enhance their postseason prospects. Road victories are scarce in the competitive Big Ten, especially consecutively. With their formidable defense and ability to force turnovers, the Lions are poised for success. The forecast favors Penn State on Sunday.

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SportsJaw Ducks vs Nittany Lions archived game preview contains historical odds and availability that may no longer be current. View history of past Ducks vs Nittany Lions matchups or learn how our predictions work.

Current matchup data

Lines, trends and availability

Line movement since open

  • Moneyline · Oregon Ducks-144 → -151Moved
  • Moneyline · Penn St. Nittany Lions+120 → +130Moved
  • Spread · Oregon Ducks-3 (-110) → -2.5 (-110)Moved
  • Spread · Penn St. Nittany Lions+3 (-110) → +2.5 (-110)Moved
  • Total · Over154 (-110) → 155.5 (-110)Moved
  • Total · Under154 (-110) → 155.5 (-110)Moved

ATS and O/U trends

Oregon Ducks
12-20 matchup record · 7-3-0 ATS · 5-5-0 O/U
Last 10 completed games on file
Penn St. Nittany Lions
12-20 matchup record · 2-8-0 ATS · 2-7-1 O/U
Last 10 completed games on file

Injuries and availability

From the published research (2025-01-12T03:15:48.061Z). Availability may have changed; review the cited sources.

The Oregon Ducks Men's Basketball team secured a come-from-behind 73-71 victory over Ohio State in Columbus on Wednesday night, improving their record to 14-2 on the season. Head coach Dana Altman praised the team's improved ball movement and defensive efforts, particularly highlighting Nate Bittle's performance. Jackson Shelstad led with 24 points, while Nate Bittle contributed 21 points and solid defense. The Ducks struggled early but rallied to shoot 42 percent from the field and emerge victorious. Looking ahead, the Ducks aim to continue their winning streak and improve their standings in the Big Ten Conference. Key players Andre Warren and Dezdrick Lindsay are currently sidelined with injuries. In terms of statistical analysis, the Ducks rank 81st in offense and 128th in defense nationally, with notable strengths in field goal percentage and offensive efficiency. Defensive efficiency also ranks favorably, with the Ducks excelling in rebounds and turnovers. To make informed betting decisions, consider consulting the top NCAAB handicappers for expert analysis.

The Penn State Nittany Lions suffered a challenging loss to the Illinois Fighting Illini, dropping to a 12-4 overall record and 2-3 in the Big Ten. Despite typically being a strong shooting team, the Lions struggled on both ends of the court, shooting poorly and being outplayed on the glass. Head coach Mike Rhoades acknowledged the team's shortcomings and emphasized the need to learn from the experience. In addition, leading scorer Adrian Baldwin was sidelined with an injury in the first half, further impacting the team's performance. Despite their recent setbacks, the Nittany Lions have displayed potential for success in the 2024-25 season, with a solid ranking in offensive statistics and a chance at making the NCAA Tournament. Key injuries to Puff Johnson, Adrian Baldwin Jr., and Hudson Ward may also impact the team's performance. Additionally, the Lions have a power ranking of 39 and are ranked 20th for offense in terms of scoring and shooting percentages. Overall, the Nittany Lions will need to work on their defense and overcome injuries in order to continue their success in the competitive Big Ten Conference.

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Final result

Matchup pick recap

Oregon Ducks defeated Penn St. Nittany Lions 82-81

Oregon Ducks defeated Penn St. Nittany Lions 82-81 on January 12, 2025, a 1-point decision in the series. Oregon Ducks' strongest period was the 1st half, when it outscored its opponent 41-34. Against SportsJaw's recorded Oregon Ducks -2.5 (-110) spread, Penn St. Nittany Lions covered, while the 163 combined points finished over the recorded total of 155.5.

SportsJaw editorial picks

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Tipster picks

  • BrycetSpread · Oregon Ducks -2.5 (-110)Loss
  • AliencreationSpread · Penn St. Nittany Lions +2.5 (-110)Win
  • AliencreationMoneyline · Penn St. Nittany Lions +119Loss
  • EljefeSpread · Penn St. Nittany Lions +2 (-110)Win
  • DoclocksSpread · Oregon Ducks -2 (-110)Loss
  • CoolioSpread · Oregon Ducks -2 (-110)Loss
  • CoolioTotal · Under 155 (-110)Loss
  • OddssharkSpread · Oregon Ducks -2 (-110)Loss
  • Mr_BiggsSpread · Penn St. Nittany Lions +2 (-110)Win