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SMU Mustangs vs Miami Hurricanes Betting Picks & Predictions

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

Venue: Watsco Center — Coral Gables, FL

Article updated Jan 18, 1:15 AM EST

Published by SportsJaw Editorial Team

The SMU Mustangs (13-4, 4-2 ACC) will take on the struggling Miami Hurricanes (4-13, 0-6 ACC) in a highly anticipated matchup on January 18, 2025 at the Watsco Center in

Game outlook

The SMU Mustangs (13-4, 4-2 ACC) will take on the struggling Miami Hurricanes (4-13, 0-6 ACC) in a highly anticipated matchup on January 18, 2025 at the Watsco Center in Coral Gables, FL. SMU is the betting favorite with an opening line of -5, which has since moved to SMU -5.5. Sports betting enthusiasts can explore exciting betting opportunities and promotions for this game.

Betting Odds

Moneyline: Mustangs -235 | Hurricanes +194

Spread: Mustangs -5.5 (-110) | Hurricanes +5.5 (-110)

Total: Over/Under 156.5 (-110)

Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that SMU will win straight-up is 70%.

SMU Mustangs

The SMU Mustangs have been performing well this season, currently ranked 55th overall in the KenPom ratings with a 13-4 record and a 4-2 standing in the ACC. Their offense ranks 42nd in efficiency, supported by key players like Boopie Miller, Matt Cross, and B.J. Edwards. The team's success is attributed to their balanced approach on both ends of the court, with a strong offense and respectable defense. They are a formidable contender within the ACC, ranking top 40 in field goals made, three-point shooting percentage, and free throws made. Defensively, they rank 192nd in allowing points, but demonstrate strength in rebounding and defensive assists. With their solid performance this season, the Mustangs are a team to watch in college basketball.

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Miami Hurricanes Analysis

The Miami Hurricanes are currently facing challenges in their season, with a 4-13 record overall and a winless 0-6 standing in ACC play. Despite a strong offense ranking 49th in efficiency, their defense ranks 311th nationally, a key factor in their recent struggles. Key players like Matthew Cleveland and Brandon Johnson have made notable contributions. A coaching change mid-season and inconsistent effort have further complicated their season. The team's power ranking is 320, with rankings of 157 for offense and 310 for defense. Miami allows high percentages of field goals and three-pointers, while also struggling with defensive rebounds.Improvements in defensive performance and team effort are needed to address their ongoing challenges.

SMU Poised to Overcome Point Spread Against Struggling Miami Team

I anticipate that SMU will be able to surpass the point spread against a Miami team that is currently facing challenges. SMU's strong rankings in field goals made, three-point shooting, and free throws position them favorably to capitalize on Miami's subpar defense, which is one of the lowest-ranked in the country. With SMU's well-rounded offense performing effectively, they are likely to encounter numerous scoring chances. Furthermore, Miami's recent track record of losing 13 out of their last 14 games reinforces my confidence in SMU as the superior team in this matchup.

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Lines, trends and availability

Line movement since open

  • Moneyline · SMU Mustangs-210 → -250Moved
  • Moneyline · Miami Hurricanes+172 → +210Moved
  • Spread · SMU Mustangs-5 (-110) → -6 (-110)Moved
  • Spread · Miami Hurricanes+5 (-110) → +6 (-110)Moved
  • Total · Over157 (-110) → 156 (-110)Moved
  • Total · Under157 (-110) → 156 (-110)Moved

ATS and O/U trends

SMU Mustangs
20-13 matchup record · 5-5-0 ATS · 5-5-0 O/U
Last 10 completed games on file
Miami Hurricanes
26-9 matchup record · 2-8-0 ATS · 5-5-0 O/U
Last 10 completed games on file

Injuries and availability

From the published research (2025-01-18T06:15:23.682Z). 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

No completed head-to-head result is available in the current history window.

Final result

Matchup pick recap

SMU Mustangs defeated Miami Hurricanes 117-74

SMU Mustangs defeated Miami Hurricanes 117-74 on January 18, 2025, a 43-point decision in the series. SMU Mustangs' strongest period was the 1st half, when it outscored its opponent 60-26. Against SportsJaw's recorded SMU Mustangs -6 (-110) spread, SMU Mustangs covered, while the 191 combined points finished over the recorded total of 156.

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