Cleveland St. Vikings vs IPFW Mastodons Betting Picks & Predictions
The Cleveland State Vikings and Purdue Fort Wayne Mastodons are poised to meet in a crucial Horizon League matchup on January 30, 2025. The game will be nationally broadcast
Game outlook
The Cleveland State Vikings and Purdue Fort Wayne Mastodons are poised to meet in a crucial Horizon League matchup on January 30, 2025. The game will be nationally broadcast on ESPNU from Fort Wayne, Indiana. Both teams are currently at the top of the Horizon League standings, with Cleveland State aiming to keep their lead and Purdue Fort Wayne eager to close the gap. IPFW is favored to win by 4.5 points in this highly anticipated contest between two strong teams in the conference.
Betting Odds
Moneyline: Vikings +170 | Mastodons -200
Spread: Vikings +4.5 (-110) | Mastodons -4.5 (-110)
Total: Over/Under 148.75 (-110)
Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that IPFW will win straight-up is 67%.
Cleveland St. Vikings
The Cleveland State Vikings are currently dominating the Horizon League with a 10-1 conference record and 11-22 overall. Their success can be attributed to a balanced scoring attack and strong defensive play. The team is rated 164th overall by KenPom, with a defensive rating of 130th. Three players are averaging double figures in points, led by Tevin Smith with 14 ppg. In their recent victory over Green Bay, Chase Robinson led the team with 17 points, with Tevin Smith and others contributing to the win. The Vikings excel offensively, hitting 45.30% of their field goals and 72.97% of their free throws. Defensively, they allow an average of 42.28% field goals and 69.70% free throws. The team is also strong in rebounding, assists, and steals. Overall, Cleveland State is a force to be reckoned with in the Horizon League.