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Game time: January 14, 2025 at 11:00 PM ET

Venue: McKale Memorial Center — Tucson, AZ

Article updated Jan 15, 1:30 AM EST

Published by SportsJaw Editorial Team

No. 25 Baylor (11-4, 3-1 B12) is set to face off against Arizona (10-5, 4-0 B12) in a highly anticipated conference matchup in Tuscon on Tuesday night. The current betting

Game outlook

No. 25 Baylor (11-4, 3-1 B12) is set to face off against Arizona (10-5, 4-0 B12) in a highly anticipated conference matchup in Tuscon on Tuesday night. The current betting odds favor Arizona, with the opening line at -5.5 and the current line at Arizona -5.25. It remains to be seen who will come out on top in this Baylor vs. Arizona prediction.

Betting Odds

Moneyline: Bears +189 | Wildcats -225

Spread: Bears +5.25 (-110) | Wildcats -5.25 (-110)

Total: Over/Under 147.5 (-110)

Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that Arizona will win straight-up is 69%.

Baylor Bears

Baylor basketball has shown competitiveness in recent games, winning three out of their last four Big 12 matchups. Despite a 1-3 record in true road games, the team excels in rebounding, ranking 17th in the nation with 14.1 offensive rebounds per game. The Bears are also dealing with injuries to key players Langston Love and Jalen Celestine, who are questionable for the upcoming game. With a power ranking of 26, Baylor's offensive efficiency ranks 38th, and their defensive efficiency ranks 72nd. Offensively, they shoot 46.96% from the field and 36.75% from behind the arc. Defensively, they allow opponents to shoot 42.25% from the field and 36.34% from three-point range. Overall, Baylor has shown promise this season despite facing challenges on the road and with player injuries.

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Arizona Wildcats Analysis

Arizona Wildcats have been on a winning streak, having recently won seven of their last eight games at home and six straight games overall. Despite earlier struggles, they are now performing well on both offense and defense with a power ranking of 21. The Wildcats are averaging 84.4 points per game, shooting 48.5% from the field, and showcasing strong rebounding skills. They are also solid defensively, allowing just 39.34% field goals and 31.51% three-pointers. This puts them at #22 for offense and #105 for defense. In an upcoming game against Baylor, who has struggled against Arizona in the past, the Wildcats will look to maintain their winning momentum.

Baylor's Road Woes may be Over as Team Eyes Victory Against Arizona.

One cannot help but ponder the disparity between Baylor's strong performance at home and their struggles on the road. Despite this trend, a victory over Arizona State away from home suggests that Baylor may possess the capability to overcome their road woes. Their upcoming match against Arizona provides an opportunity to capitalize on their strengths, particularly against a team with limitations in three-point shooting. Currently boasting a 37% success rate in three-pointers, Baylor appears well-equipped to exploit this aspect of Arizona's game. With promising freshman talent like V.J. Edgecombe demonstrating improved offensive proficiency, connecting on 50% of his recent three-point attempts, Baylor's prospects for success on the road are increasingly promising.

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SportsJaw published this archived preview from its original game-day article. Its prediction and quoted lines are preserved as written.

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

Current matchup data

Lines, trends and availability

Line movement since open

  • Moneyline · Baylor Bears+193 → +200Moved
  • Moneyline · Arizona Wildcats-235 → -245Moved
  • Spread · Baylor Bears+5.5 (-110) → +5.5 (-110)Unchanged
  • Spread · Arizona Wildcats-5.5 (-110) → -5.5 (-110)Unchanged
  • Total · Over149.5 (-110) → 148.5 (-110)Moved
  • Total · Under149.5 (-110) → 148.5 (-110)Moved

ATS and O/U trends

Baylor Bears
17-16 matchup record · 5-4-1 ATS · 5-5-0 O/U
Last 10 completed games on file
Arizona Wildcats
36-2 matchup record · 5-5-0 ATS · 5-5-0 O/U
Last 10 completed games on file

Injuries and availability

From the published research (2025-01-15T06:30:11.539Z). Availability may have changed; review the cited sources.

Baylor basketball has shown competitiveness in recent games, winning three out of their last four Big 12 matchups. Despite a 1-3 record in true road games, the team excels in rebounding, ranking 17th in the nation with 14.1 offensive rebounds per game. The Bears are also dealing with injuries to key players Langston Love and Jalen Celestine, who are questionable for the upcoming game. With a power ranking of 26, Baylor's offensive efficiency ranks 38th, and their defensive efficiency ranks 72nd. Offensively, they shoot 46.96% from the field and 36.75% from behind the arc. Defensively, they allow opponents to shoot 42.25% from the field and 36.34% from three-point range. Overall, Baylor has shown promise this season despite facing challenges on the road and with player injuries.

Recent head-to-head

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Final result

Matchup pick recap

Arizona Wildcats defeated Baylor Bears 81-70

Arizona Wildcats defeated Baylor Bears 81-70 on January 14, 2025, a 11-point decision in the series. Arizona Wildcats' strongest period was the 1st half, when it outscored its opponent 42-19. Against SportsJaw's recorded Baylor Bears +5.5 (-110) spread, Arizona Wildcats covered, while the 151 combined points finished over the recorded total of 148.5.

SportsJaw editorial picks

  • Projected winnerNo published selectionUnavailable

Tipster picks

  • JtphamSpread · Baylor Bears +5.5 (-110)Loss
  • DoclocksSpread · Arizona Wildcats -5.5 (-110)Win
  • CoolioSpread · Arizona Wildcats -5.5 (-110)Win
  • CoolioTotal · Over 147.5 (-110)Win
  • OddssharkSpread · Baylor Bears +5.5 (-110)Loss
  • OddssharkTotal · Over 147.5 (-110)Win