Fairleigh Dickinson Knights vs Butler Bulldogs prediction and best bet
Butler will beat Fairleigh Dickinson 88-64 in our November 4 forecast, with the Bulldogs’ balanced scoring and opening-game rebounding performance providing the strongest matchup advantages. FDU’s struggles at Illinois strengthen the case for a home win, though both teams have played only once. Neither Butler -24 (-115) nor total 150 (-110) offers enough value for an official wager.
Fairleigh Dickinson Knights vs Butler Bulldogs prediction and best bet
Butler is the pick to win, with medium confidence in the game forecast. Its 96-60 victory over Lafayette showed several scoring options and a strong rebounding performance. Fairleigh Dickinson enters after losing 120-45 at No. 3 Illinois, leaving the Knights with substantial improvements to make at both ends.
The official SportsJaw betting recommendation is Pass. Our projected margin of 24 points lands directly on the supplied spread, while the projected total of 152 leaves only a small cushion above 150. The opening results favor Butler, but they offer less certainty about the final margin or combined score.
Odds, game time and how to watch
Date and competition: Wednesday, November 4, 2026, in the 2026-27 men's college basketball season.
Venue: Hinkle Fieldhouse, Indianapolis, Indiana. Fairleigh Dickinson visits Butler.
Broadcast: ESPN+.
Records: Fairleigh Dickinson Knights 0-1; Butler Bulldogs 1-0.
SportsJaw odds: Fairleigh Dickinson Knights +24.5 (-113); Butler Bulldogs -24.5 (-108). Moneyline: Fairleigh Dickinson Knights +2,900; Butler Bulldogs -5,000. Total: Over 153.5 (-110); Under 153.5 (-110).