Rider Broncs vs UCLA Bruins Betting Picks & Predictions
The Butler Bulldogs will begin their 2024-25 season at home against the Missouri State Bears, as both teams seek to improve upon their performances from the previous season.
Game outlook
The Butler Bulldogs will begin their 2024-25 season at home against the Missouri State Bears, as both teams seek to improve upon their performances from the previous season. The Bears missed the postseason, while Butler was eliminated in the first round of the NIT. Tipoff is scheduled for 6:45 PM Eastern time. UCLA is the betting favorite in this matchup, opening at -21 with the current line at UCLA -21.5. Let's take a closer look at this exciting season opener.
Betting Odds
Moneyline: Broncs +1,150 | Bruins -2,500
Spread: Broncs +21.5 (-110) | Bruins -21.5 (-110)
Total: Over/Under 138.5 (-110)
Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that UCLA will win straight-up is 96%.
Rider Broncs
Missouri State is bringing back Cuonzo Martin as head coach after winning a regular season title in the Missouri Valley conference. The team will be working on developing chemistry with new players from the transfer portal, but they are also losing their top scorer. Last season, the Bears struggled on offense, ranking poorly in 3-point shooting and assist rate. However, they were strong inside the arc and took good care of the ball. On defense, they did well in opponent effective field goal percentage and limiting fouls, but struggled with interior defense. Meanwhile, Rider has a power ranking of 119 and ranks 220 in offense and 188 in defense. They shoot decently from the field and the free throw line, but struggle with 3-point shooting. Defensively, they perform well in limiting field goal and free throw percentages, but struggle with three-pointers and defensive rebounds.