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Game time: January 18, 2025 at 2:00 PM ET

Venue: Ford Center — Evansville, IN

Article updated Jan 18, 1:15 AM EST

Published by SportsJaw Editorial Team

Belmont (13-5, 5-2 MVC) will take on Evansville (6-12, 3-4 MVC) in a matchup with first place in the MVC on the line. The Bruins are coming off a recent win over Valparaiso,

Game outlook

Belmont (13-5, 5-2 MVC) will take on Evansville (6-12, 3-4 MVC) in a matchup with first place in the MVC on the line. The Bruins are coming off a recent win over Valparaiso, while the Purple Aces suffered a loss to Northern Iowa. Belmont has a strong history against Evansville, holding a 6-2 record in their previous eight matchups. The Bruins are favored to win by six points according to the opening line. Stay tuned to see who comes out on top in this pivotal game at the Ford Center on Saturday at 2 PM ET.

Betting Odds

Moneyline: Bruins -258 | Aces +215

Spread: Bruins -6 (-110) | Aces +6 (-110)

Total: Over/Under 145 (-110)

Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that Belmont will win straight-up is 72%.

Belmont Bruins

The Belmont Bruins have turned their season around with four straight wins after a three-game losing streak. They will look to keep the momentum going in their upcoming game on Saturday. Belmont's offense is strong, averaging 81.2 points per game, with Tyler Lundblade leading the team with 17 points in their last game. However, their defense has struggled, allowing 78 points per game. Despite this, they managed to limit their opponents to 64 points in their last game. With a power ranking of 148, Belmont ranks 48th in offense and 335th in defense. They are 13-5 this season and have shown proficiency in shooting, free throws, three-pointers, and assists. Defensive statistics show room for improvement, particularly in field goal and free throw percentages. For handicapping assistance, consider trying NCAAB Betting Picks.

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Evansville Aces Analysis

The Evansville Purple Aces recently followed up a win over Illinois State with losses to Drake and Northern Iowa. They will be looking to break their streak and secure their second win in their last four games in their upcoming match on Saturday. The team averages 63.3 points per game and recently scored 56 points while making 36.4 percent of their field goals and 18.2 percent of their three-pointers. Tayshawn Comer led the team with 18 points and seven rebounds, followed by Cam Haffner with 13 points and eight rebounds, and Michael Day with nine points and two rebounds. Defensively, the Aces give up an average of 68.8 points per game but allowed 73 points in their last game. To improve their chances of winning, they will need to tighten up their defense. The team has a power ranking of 284 and ranks poorly in offensive statistics, such as scoring and shooting percentages. On defense, they give up an average of 41.82% field goals and 73.48% free throws. Overall, the Aces are 6-12 with a 6-11 ATS record. Their upcoming opponent, Belmont, has a 0-3 record against Evansville in their last three matchups. Check out some of the best betting opportunities and sportsbook promos for this game.

Belmont Holds Clear Advantage Over Purple Aces Based on Performance Metrics

Belmont appears to have a significant advantage in the upcoming game against the Purple Aces based on recent performance metrics. The Bruins have demonstrated strong shooting accuracy, converting over 46 percent of their field goal attempts, compared to the Purple Aces' 40 percent. Additionally, Belmont has been more effective at the free throw line, with a success rate exceeding 70 percent, while the Purple Aces' rate falls below 70 percent. Furthermore, Belmont exhibits proficient ball movement and rebounding skills, positioning them favorably for increased scoring opportunities. Their low turnover rate and ability to create turnovers also contribute to their strategic advantage. Conversely, the Purple Aces have struggled offensively in recent matches, suggesting potential difficulty in keeping pace with Belmont. Based on these factors, it is advisable to support Belmont to cover the spread in the upcoming game.

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

Current matchup data

Lines, trends and availability

Line movement since open

  • Moneyline · Belmont Bruins-210 → -240Moved
  • Moneyline · Evansville Aces+172 → +200Moved
  • Spread · Belmont Bruins-6 (-110) → -5.5 (-110)Moved
  • Spread · Evansville Aces+6 (-110) → +5.5 (-110)Moved
  • Total · Over144 (-110) → 147.75 (-110)Moved
  • Total · Under144 (-110) → 147.75 (-110)Moved

ATS and O/U trends

Belmont Bruins
26-6 matchup record · 3-6-1 ATS · 6-4-0 O/U
Last 10 completed games on file
Evansville Aces
7-25 matchup record · 3-7-0 ATS · 0-10-0 O/U
Last 10 completed games on file

Injuries and availability

From the published research (2025-01-18T06:15:18.770Z). Availability may have changed; review the cited sources.

No verified injury or availability note was included in the published matchup research.

Recent head-to-head

  • 2024-03-03Evansville Aces 66 · Belmont Bruins 83
Final result

Matchup pick recap

Belmont Bruins defeated Evansville Aces 85-82

Belmont Bruins defeated Evansville Aces 85-82 on January 18, 2025, a 3-point decision in the series. Belmont Bruins' strongest period was the 1st half, when it outscored its opponent 39-37. Against SportsJaw's recorded Belmont Bruins -5.5 (-110) spread, Evansville Aces covered, while the 167 combined points finished over the recorded total of 147.75.

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