Penn St. Nittany Lions vs
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Exciting Showdown Expected as Penn State Nittany Lions Take on Drexel Dragons at Wells Fargo Center

This Saturday afternoon, the Penn State Nittany Lions and Drexel Dragons are set to face off at the Wells Fargo Center in Philadelphia. Both teams are coming off recent wins and will be looking to continue their success. Penn State is favored to win with a point spread starting at -16 and currently at -15.5. It will be an exciting in-state battle to see who comes out on top.

Betting Odds

• Moneyline: Nittany Lions -1600 | Dragons +870
• Spread: Nittany Lions -15.5 (-110) | Dragons +15.5 (-110)
• Total: Over/Under 147.5 (-110)
• Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that Penn St. will win straight-up is 94%.

Penn St. vs Drexel Stats

Penn St. Nittany Lions

The Penn State Nittany Lions are coming off a strong victory and are known for their fast-paced style of play. Ranked 32nd nationally, they average 89.6 points per game and shoot well from the field and free-throw line. Defensively, they allow 67.4 points per game and force turnovers effectively. With a power ranking of 30, the Nittany Lions are ranked 4th in offense and 91st in defense, with a record of 9-2 this season. Offensively, they excel in shooting percentages and rebounding, while defensively they limit their opponents' shooting efficiency. It will be interesting to see how they build upon their recent strong defensive performance in their upcoming game.

Drexel Dragons Analysis

The Drexel Dragons have recently won three consecutive games, including a victory over Penn at Wells Fargo Center. Known for their strong defense, the team allows an average of 65.8 points per game and limits opponents to 40.3% shooting. Offensively, they score an average of 73.3 points per game, with Kobe Magee leading the team with 15.1 points per game. The Dragons shoot 46.8% from the field, 36.7% from three-point range, and 72.6% from the free-throw line. They will face Penn State with a power ranking of 148 and a strong record of 8-4. Penn State has struggled against Drexel in their last matchups.

Drexel Expected to Dominate Penn State in Weekend Matchup

Drexel's current performance on the basketball court is notably improved, and their advantage of a shorter commute to the upcoming game is worth noting. Additionally, their prior experience at the neutral site in 2024 provides them with a unique advantage. It is expected that Drexel will effectively control the tempo of the game against Penn State. Given Penn State's anticipated struggles in securing offensive rebounds and their facing a challenging defense that boasts a 40.3% shooting percentage allowed, scoring will prove to be a formidable task for them. Drexel, on the other hand, is likely to capitalize on opportunities to score from beyond the arc and from the free-throw line. Betting on Drexel to outperform the spread is a reasonable prediction for this matchup on Saturday.

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