DePaul Blue Demons vs Butler Bulldogs Betting Picks & Predictions
In this upcoming matchup between DePaul and Butler, the Bulldogs are favored to win with a -5 opening line, which has since increased to -5.5. DePaul will be looking to
Game outlook
In this upcoming matchup between DePaul and Butler, the Bulldogs are favored to win with a -5 opening line, which has since increased to -5.5. DePaul will be looking to bounce back from a recent loss against Creighton, while Butler aims to build on a strong performance against UConn. Historically, Butler has dominated this series with a 20-2 overall record and a nine-game winning streak against DePaul. The stage is set for an intense contest on Saturday afternoon in Indiana.
Betting Odds
Moneyline: Blue Demons +189 | Bulldogs -233
Spread: Blue Demons +5.5 (-110) | Bulldogs -5.5 (-110)
Total: Over/Under 145.25 (-110)
Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that Butler will win straight-up is 70%.
DePaul Blue Demons
DePaul suffered a loss to Creighton, marking their sixth defeat in their last seven games. The Blue Demons now hold a 10-10 overall record and are at the bottom of the Big East with a 1-8 conference mark. DePaul struggled early, falling behind 8-1 within the first five minutes and never recovering. They shot just 30.2% from the field, including three of 23 from three-point range. Layden Blocker led the team with 15 points off the bench in the losing effort. Offensively, DePaul averages 75.4 points per game but struggles defensively, allowing 73.8 points per contest. Jacob Meyer leads the team in scoring with 13 points per game. The Blue Demons shoot 44.4% from the field and 36.6% from beyond the arc. Their free throw percentage is 71.1%. Overall, DePaul is ranked 163 in offense, #251 in defense, and has a power ranking of 287.