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Game time: January 4, 2025 at 6:30 PM ET

Venue: Petersen Events Center — Pittsburgh, PA

Article updated Jan 4, 1:15 AM EST

Published by SportsJaw Editorial Team

The Stanford Cardinal will face off against the Pittsburgh Panthers in an ACC matchup on Saturday night. Stanford is 9-4 overall and 1-1 in their first season in the

Game outlook

The Stanford Cardinal will face off against the Pittsburgh Panthers in an ACC matchup on Saturday night. Stanford is 9-4 overall and 1-1 in their first season in the conference, while Pittsburgh boasts an 11-2 record with a perfect 2-0 mark in ACC play. The opening tap is set for 6:30 pm EST. Pittsburgh is the favored team with the opening line at -10.5, now sitting at Pittsburgh -9.5. Stay tuned for the prediction of the Stanford/Pittsburgh game.

Betting Odds

Moneyline: Cardinal +390 | Panthers -485

Spread: Cardinal +9.5 (-110) | Panthers -9.5 (-110)

Total: Over/Under 151 (-110)

Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that Pittsburgh will win straight-up is 83%.

Stanford Cardinal

The Stanford Cardinal suffered their first ACC loss this season to Clemson, dropping their record to 9-4. Despite a strong first half, they were outscored in the second half and struggled with rebounding and second-chance points. The team looks to bounce back against the Pittsburgh Panthers on Saturday. Offensively, the Cardinal rank 119th in scoring with an average of 78.08 points per game and shoot 44.31% from the field. Defensively, they allow an average of 69.92 points per game and have a field goal defense ranking of 215th. Stanford's key player, Maxime Raynaud, leads the nation in double-doubles and will be a key player in the upcoming game. Key injuries may impact their performance. Fans can look forward to exciting sports betting opportunities and promotions for the game.

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Pittsburgh Panthers Analysis

The Pittsburgh Panthers are currently 11-2 overall and 2-0 in ACC play after defeating California with an 86-74 home win. Head coach Jeff Capel commended the team for their strong performance, despite missing star guard Ishmael Leggett due to an ankle injury. Standout performances from Brandin Cummings, Jaland Lowe, and Cameron Corhen contributed to the victory. The Panthers are looking to continue their success in ACC play when they face the Cardinal next. In terms of statistical rankings, Pittsburgh ranks 34th in offense and 99th in defense. Their shooting percentages and rebounding numbers are solid, and they have displayed strong offensive and defensive efficiency. Key injuries to be aware of are G Ishmael Leggett being questionable and G Damian Dunn being out. Additionally, for those interested in sports wagering, the Panthers have a power ranking of 27 and have a record of 8-5 ATS.

Pittsburgh Expected to have Guards Dunn and Leggett Back for Game against Stanford, Favoring Panthers for a Victory at Home

There is a strong likelihood that Pitt will have guards Dunn and Leggett available for the upcoming game, as both players are on track to make a return from their respective injuries. Stanford has shown proficiency in the paint, but faced difficulties in the latter half of their last game against Clemson's skilled front line. The Panthers possess the size and capability to effectively defend against Raynaud, the ACC's leading scorer and rebounder, utilizing the skills of Corhen and Guillermo Diaz Graham. Stanford has struggled with a 2-3 record against the spread this season and will be playing their second consecutive away game in the eastern time zone this Saturday. The return of Leggett promises a significant impact on Pitt's offensive and defensive plays, while Corhen's contribution is expected to lead Pitt to a notable victory at home. Hence, the recommendation is to support Pitt for this game.

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SportsJaw published this archived preview from its original game-day article. Its prediction and quoted lines are preserved as written.

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

Current matchup data

Lines, trends and availability

Line movement since open

  • Moneyline · Stanford Cardinal+393 → +408Moved
  • Moneyline · Pittsburgh Panthers-545 → -550Moved
  • Spread · Stanford Cardinal+10.5 (-110) → +10 (-110)Moved
  • Spread · Pittsburgh Panthers-10.5 (-110) → -10 (-110)Moved
  • Total · Over151.5 (-110) → 149.5 (-110)Moved
  • Total · Under151.5 (-110) → 149.5 (-110)Moved

ATS and O/U trends

Stanford Cardinal
20-13 matchup record · 5-5-0 ATS · 6-4-0 O/U
Last 10 completed games on file
Pittsburgh Panthers
13-20 matchup record · 6-4-0 ATS · 5-4-1 O/U
Last 10 completed games on file

Injuries and availability

From the published research (2025-01-04T06:15:52.942Z). Availability may have changed; review the cited sources.

The Stanford Cardinal suffered their first ACC loss this season to Clemson, dropping their record to 9-4. Despite a strong first half, they were outscored in the second half and struggled with rebounding and second-chance points. The team looks to bounce back against the Pittsburgh Panthers on Saturday. Offensively, the Cardinal rank 119th in scoring with an average of 78.08 points per game and shoot 44.31% from the field. Defensively, they allow an average of 69.92 points per game and have a field goal defense ranking of 215th. Stanford's key player, Maxime Raynaud, leads the nation in double-doubles and will be a key player in the upcoming game. Key injuries may impact their performance. Fans can look forward to exciting sports betting opportunities and promotions for the game.

The Pittsburgh Panthers are currently 11-2 overall and 2-0 in ACC play after defeating California with an 86-74 home win. Head coach Jeff Capel commended the team for their strong performance, despite missing star guard Ishmael Leggett due to an ankle injury. Standout performances from Brandin Cummings, Jaland Lowe, and Cameron Corhen contributed to the victory. The Panthers are looking to continue their success in ACC play when they face the Cardinal next. In terms of statistical rankings, Pittsburgh ranks 34th in offense and 99th in defense. Their shooting percentages and rebounding numbers are solid, and they have displayed strong offensive and defensive efficiency. Key injuries to be aware of are G Ishmael Leggett being questionable and G Damian Dunn being out. Additionally, for those interested in sports wagering, the Panthers have a power ranking of 27 and have a record of 8-5 ATS.

There is a strong likelihood that Pitt will have guards Dunn and Leggett available for the upcoming game, as both players are on track to make a return from their respective injuries. Stanford has shown proficiency in the paint, but faced difficulties in the latter half of their last game against Clemson's skilled front line. The Panthers possess the size and capability to effectively defend against Raynaud, the ACC's leading scorer and rebounder, utilizing the skills of Corhen and Guillermo Diaz Graham. Stanford has struggled with a 2-3 record against the spread this season and will be playing their second consecutive away game in the eastern time zone this Saturday. The return of Leggett promises a significant impact on Pitt's offensive and defensive plays, while Corhen's contribution is expected to lead Pitt to a notable victory at home. Hence, the recommendation is to support Pitt for this game.

Recent head-to-head

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Final result

Matchup pick recap

Pittsburgh Panthers defeated Stanford Cardinal 83-68

Pittsburgh Panthers defeated Stanford Cardinal 83-68 on January 4, 2025, a 15-point decision in the series. Pittsburgh Panthers' strongest period was the 1st half, when it outscored its opponent 38-30. Against SportsJaw's recorded Stanford Cardinal +10 (-110) spread, Pittsburgh Panthers covered, while the 151 combined points finished over the recorded total of 149.5.

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Tipster picks

  • OddssharkTotal · Over 151 (-110)Push