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Game time: November 9, 2024 at 7:30 PM ET

Venue: UD Arena — Dayton, OH

Article updated Nov 9, 6:06 PM EST

Published by SportsJaw Editorial Team

Northwestern will face Dayton in a key non-conference game on Saturday, Nov. 9. Both teams are coming off wins in their season openers and this game could have significant

Game outlook

Northwestern will face Dayton in a key non-conference game on Saturday, Nov. 9. Both teams are coming off wins in their season openers and this game could have significant implications for both teams moving forward. The Wildcats will look to use a win against Dayton to build momentum for their conference schedule, while the Flyers aim to secure a big victory over a Power-5 Conference team for their NCAA Tournament hopes. The tip-off is scheduled for 7:30 P.M. EST, with Dayton opening as the betting favorite at -4, and the current line at Dayton -5. Read on for a preview of the matchup between Northwestern and Dayton.

Betting Odds

Moneyline: Wildcats +173 | Flyers -202

Spread: Wildcats +5 (-110) | Flyers -5 (-110)

Total: Over/Under 136.5 (-110)

Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that Dayton will win straight-up is 67%.

Northwestern Wildcats

Northwestern had a strong start to the season with a dominating 90-46 victory over Lehigh. The Wildcats shot well from the field and three-point line, outrebounded their opponents, and capitalized on turnovers. Nick Martinelli led the team with an impressive performance. Though Brooks Barnhizer was sidelined due to injury, he remains a key player on the team. Last season, Northwestern had a successful run in the NCAA Tournament, and this season they are off to a promising start. In terms of statistics, the Wildcats rank decently in offense and defense, with notable strengths in three-point shooting and free throws. Overall, Northwestern has the potential for a successful season ahead.

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Dayton Flyers Analysis

The Dayton Flyers opened their season with a strong 87-57 win over St. Francis (PA), led by Zed Key with 14 points and six rebounds. Key, along with Javon Bennett and Enoch Cheeks, played a key role in the victory. Dayton excelled in rebounding and limited turnovers in the game. The team has been picked to finish second in the Atlantic-10 Conference, with several players earning preseason honors. Last season, the Flyers had a successful record and reached the second round of the NCAA Tournament. Overall, Dayton has a power ranking of 98 and impressive offensive and defensive statistics, ranking highly in field goal percentages and three-point shooting.

Dayton Primed for Success Against Rebuilding Northwestern: Bet on the Flyers to Cover the Spread

Dayton enters this season with high expectations as a prominent mid-major program consistently ranked at the top of the Atlantic 10 standings. Returning standout player Nate Santos is complemented by the additions of transfer players Posh Alexander from Butler and Zed Key from Ohio State. Despite being classified as a mid-major team, Dayton's roster boasts depth and valuable NCAA Tournament experience. On the other hand, Northwestern is undergoing a rebuilding phase post last year's postseason success. Their victory over Lehigh was impressive, but the absence of key player Brooks Barnhizer due to injury may impact their performance against Dayton. It is anticipated that Northwestern may struggle in the challenging environment provided by Dayton, leading to a strong showing by the Flyers. In this scenario, the recommendation is to bet on the Flyers to cover the spread.

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

Current matchup data

Lines, trends and availability

Line movement since open

  • Moneyline · Northwestern Wildcats+165 → +165Unchanged
  • Moneyline · Dayton Flyers-200 → -195Moved
  • Spread · Northwestern Wildcats+4 (-110) → +4.5 (-110)Moved
  • Spread · Dayton Flyers-4 (-110) → -4.5 (-110)Moved
  • Total · Over138 (-110) → 136.5 (-110)Moved
  • Total · Under138 (-110) → 136.5 (-110)Moved

ATS and O/U trends

Northwestern Wildcats
15-19 matchup record · 7-3-0 ATS · 3-7-0 O/U
Last 10 completed games on file
Dayton Flyers
25-12 matchup record · 4-6-0 ATS · 5-4-1 O/U
Last 10 completed games on file

Injuries and availability

From the published research (2024-11-09T23:06:55.527Z). Availability may have changed; review the cited sources.

Northwestern had a strong start to the season with a dominating 90-46 victory over Lehigh. The Wildcats shot well from the field and three-point line, outrebounded their opponents, and capitalized on turnovers. Nick Martinelli led the team with an impressive performance. Though Brooks Barnhizer was sidelined due to injury, he remains a key player on the team. Last season, Northwestern had a successful run in the NCAA Tournament, and this season they are off to a promising start. In terms of statistics, the Wildcats rank decently in offense and defense, with notable strengths in three-point shooting and free throws. Overall, Northwestern has the potential for a successful season ahead.

Dayton enters this season with high expectations as a prominent mid-major program consistently ranked at the top of the Atlantic 10 standings. Returning standout player Nate Santos is complemented by the additions of transfer players Posh Alexander from Butler and Zed Key from Ohio State. Despite being classified as a mid-major team, Dayton's roster boasts depth and valuable NCAA Tournament experience. On the other hand, Northwestern is undergoing a rebuilding phase post last year's postseason success. Their victory over Lehigh was impressive, but the absence of key player Brooks Barnhizer due to injury may impact their performance against Dayton. It is anticipated that Northwestern may struggle in the challenging environment provided by Dayton, leading to a strong showing by the Flyers. In this scenario, the recommendation is to bet on the Flyers to cover the spread.

Recent head-to-head

  • 2023-11-10Dayton Flyers 66 · Northwestern Wildcats 71
Final result

Matchup pick recap

Dayton Flyers defeated Northwestern Wildcats 71-66

Dayton Flyers defeated Northwestern Wildcats 71-66 on November 9, 2024, a 5-point decision in the series. Dayton Flyers' strongest period was the 2nd half, when it outscored its opponent 47-34. Against SportsJaw's recorded Northwestern Wildcats +4.5 (-110) spread, Dayton Flyers covered, while the 137 combined points finished over the recorded total of 136.5.

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