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Iona Gaels Set to Face West Virginia Mountaineers in Non-Conference Showdown at WVU Coliseum - West Virginia Favored by 14 Points

The Iona Gaels (1-3) are set to take on the West Virginia Mountaineers (2-1) in a non-conference game at the WVU Coliseum. Iona recently secured their first win of the season and will be looking to build on that momentum. West Virginia, on the other hand, started strong but suffered a big loss in their last game. The Mountaineers are the betting favorites with the current line set at West Virginia -14. Tipoff is scheduled for 7 PM EST. Stay tuned for the Iona vs. West Virginia prediction!

Betting Odds

• Moneyline: Gaels +725 | Mountaineers -1200
• Spread: Gaels +14 (-110) | Mountaineers -14 (-110)
• Total: Over/Under 148.5 (-110)
• Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that West Virginia will win straight-up is 92%.

Iona vs West Virginia Stats

Iona Gaels

Iona recently secured their first win of the season with a 62-59 victory over Vermont. The team demonstrated improved defensive performance by limiting their opponent to 59 points and dominating the boards with a 24-rebound advantage. Dejour Reaves led Iona with 22 points, while James Patterson contributed 18 points and six rebounds. The team's overall season statistics show they are scoring an average of 69 points per game on 39.2% shooting from the field and 29.5% from three. Defensively, Iona is allowing 73.5 points per game and opponents to shoot 48.2% from the field and 35.9% from three. With a power ranking of 156, Iona is ranked 282 in offense and 298 in defense, posting a 1-3 record this season. Their offensive efficiency is highlighted by their low shooting percentages, but they excel in rebounding while struggling with turnovers. Defensively, their opponents have been efficient from the field, but Iona performs well in rebounding and limiting turnovers.

West Virginia Mountaineers Analysis

West Virginia's previously undefeated season was handed its first loss in a decisive 86-62 defeat against Pitt. The Mountaineers struggled to find their offensive rhythm, shooting just 38.7% from the field and 20.7% from three. They fell behind by as many as 31 points and were out-rebounded by 13. Jonathan Powell led the team with 16 points while Javon Small added 12. Overall, West Virginia is averaging 74.7 PPG on 43.6% shooting from the field and 32.6% from three, while giving up 71.3 PPG and allowing opponents to shoot 40.3% from the field and 30.6% from three. With a power ranking of 218, the Mountaineers rank 149th for offense, scoring an average of 81 points per game, and 86th for defense, giving up 64 points per game. In their last three matchups against Iona, West Virginia has a record of 2-1 (1-2 ATS). On offense, they shoot 46.15% from the field, 78.05% from the free-throw line, and 38.60% from three-point range. Defensively, they allow opponents to shoot 36.72% from the field, 68.75% from the free-throw line, and 26.67% from three-point range. The Mountaineers average 36.50 rebounds per game, 14.00 offensive assists, and 12.50 turnovers on offense, while averaging 37.50 defensive rebounds, 9.50 defensive assists, and 14.50 turnovers on defense.

Iona Struggling Offensively, West Virginia Poised to Cover Spread at Home

Iona's offensive struggles have been evident at the beginning of the season, with issues such as a high turnover rate and poor three-point shooting contributing to their inability to score effectively. The team's defensive performance has also been lacking, with an average of 85.5 points given up per game on the road. Meanwhile, West Virginia has shown consistent performance on both offense and defense. Despite a recent loss to Pitt, the Mountaineers have displayed strong basketball skills, particularly at home. Tucker DeVries, a standout 6-foot-7 guard, is expected to shine in the upcoming game, posing a significant offensive threat on the court. Given these factors, the prediction is for West Virginia to cover the spread at home.

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