Drake Hopes to Maintain Unbeaten MVC Record Against Belmont Bruins
On Sunday afternoon, the Drake Bulldogs (12-2; 6-7-0 ATS) travel to the Belmont Bruins (9-5; 4-9-0 ATS) as Drake looks to stay undefeated in Missouri Valley Conference play
Game outlook
On Sunday afternoon, the Drake Bulldogs (12-2; 6-7-0 ATS) travel to the Belmont Bruins (9-5; 4-9-0 ATS) as Drake looks to stay undefeated in Missouri Valley Conference play while Belmont tries to avenge its first loss of the season in the MVC. Opening as betting favorites at -3.5, the line hasn't moved yet entering the game. Drake swept last year's series, but will Belmont be able to fight back this year? The showdown is set for 3:00 p.m. EDT in the Curb Event Center Arena.
Betting Odds
Moneyline: Bulldogs -172 | Bruins +145
Spread: Bulldogs -3.5 (-110) | Bruins +3.5 (-110)
Total: Over/Under 155 (-110)
Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that Drake will win straight-up is 63%.
Drake Bulldogs
The Drake Bulldogs have been impressive this season, with a 3-0 conference record and +52 point differential. Their offense is dangerous, as demonstrated by their average of 79.4 points per game, with Tucker DeVries as their leader at 19.2 points per contest. They hold their opponents to 67.2 points per game, and have positive turnover and rebound differentials. Drake is highly rated in the NCAA, with offensive and defensive rankings of 78 and 95 respectively, and they shoot 47.4% from the field, 76.9% from the line and 34.2% from three.
Belmont Bruins Analysis
Belmont's offense has been strong, but their defense has been vulnerable. Despite this, they have managed to be successful in recent matchups against Drake.