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Utah Favored to Win as Cincinnati Faces Off Against BYU in Beehive State Showdown

In a highly anticipated matchup, Cincinnati will face off against BYU in the Beehive State on Tuesday night. Cincinnati suffered a defeat in their previous game against BYU, while Utah also fell short in their last game against Baylor. Cincinnati holds a 3-1 lead in the all-time series against Utah, with their most recent victory coming in 1965. Despite this history, Utah is currently favored to win with a opening line of 0 and a current line of Utah -1. Stay tuned for the Cincinnati vs. BYU prediction.

Betting Odds

• Moneyline: Bearcats -109 | Running Utes -112
• Spread: Bearcats +1 (-110) | Running Utes -1 (-110)
• Total: Over/Under 138 (-110)
• Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that Utah will win straight-up is 53%.

Cincinnati vs Utah Stats

Cincinnati Bearcats

Cincinnati suffered a lopsided loss to BYU in their recent game, marking their second straight loss and sixth in the last eight games. They are currently 12-7 overall and tied for 12th in the Big 12 with a 2-6 record in conference play. Against BYU, Cincinnati struggled on both ends of the court, shooting only 37.7% from the field while allowing BYU to shoot 57.1%. Simas Lukosius led Cincinnati with 14 points in the loss.

Overall this season, Cincinnati is averaging 71.3 points per game offensively (ranked 259th in the nation) while holding opponents to 62.7 points per game (ranked 14th in the nation). They are shooting 45.1% from the field as a team and 31.5% from three-point range. On defense, Cincinnati allows opponents to shoot 39.93% from the field and 30.3% from three-point range.

In terms of player statistics, Simas Lukosius leads the team in scoring with 12.3 points per game, supported by players like Jizzle James and Dan Skillings Jr. Cincinnati has struggled at the free-throw line, shooting only 64.6%. Connor Hickman is currently sidelined with a foot injury and is out indefinitely. With a power ranking of 343, Cincinnati's offense is ranked 259th and their defense is ranked 14th in the nation.

Utah Running Utes Analysis

Utah suffered their second consecutive loss and sixth in nine games as they were defeated by Baylor in a home game, dropping their overall record to 11-8 and tying for 10th in the Big 12 with a 3-5 conference mark. Despite starting strong, Utah was unable to maintain their lead and ultimately lost the game. Leading scorer Ezra Ausar contributed 19 points and seven rebounds in the loss. The team ranks 120th in the nation for scoring offense, averaging 76.8 points per game, and 145th in scoring defense, allowing 70.3 points per game. Gabe Madsen leads the team with 14.8 points per game, with several other players also making significant contributions. Utah struggles with shooting percentages, ranking 128th in field goal percentage and 192nd in three-point percentage. Additionally, their free throw shooting ranks 358th in the country. Defensively, Utah is ranked 40th in field goal percentage allowed and 83rd in free throw percentage allowed. The team is strong in rebounding and assists, ranking 28th in rebounds per game and 6th in assists per game. Overall, Utah's performance this season has been mixed, with strengths and weaknesses evident in various areas of their game.

Bearcats and Utes Clash in Battle of Defenses and Offenses

Both teams have faced challenges in recent games, with the Bearcats losing six of their last eight and the Utes dropping six of their previous nine. Cincinnati is showcasing elite defensive skills this season, presenting a formidable challenge for Utah's offense. While the Utes excel in offensive capabilities and aggression on the glass, Cincinnati's struggles on the road, with a 3-4 record and recent double-digit losses, have raised concerns. Despite maintaining competitiveness through solid defense, the Bearcats' inconsistent shooting ultimately hampers their performance. In this matchup, Utah is poised to secure a home victory due to their offensive strengths.

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