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Game time: December 21, 2024 at 12:00 PM ET

Venue: Prudential Center — Newark, NJ

Article updated Dec 21, 2:14 PM EST

Published by SportsJaw Editorial Team

The Princeton Tigers (8-4) are set to face the Rutgers Scarlet Knights (7-4) at the upcoming Never Forget Tribute Classic at a neutral site in Newark, New Jersey. Last

Game outlook

The Princeton Tigers (8-4) are set to face the Rutgers Scarlet Knights (7-4) at the upcoming Never Forget Tribute Classic at a neutral site in Newark, New Jersey. Last season, Princeton secured a 68-61 upset victory over Rutgers. Currently, Rutgers is favored to win with a betting line of -6, after opening at -5.75. Both teams will be looking to secure a crucial win in this highly anticipated matchup.

Betting Odds

Moneyline: Tigers +210 | Scarlet Knights -255

Spread: Tigers +6 (-110) | Scarlet Knights -6 (-110)

Total: Over/Under 152 (-110)

Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that Rutgers will win straight-up is 72%.

Princeton Tigers

Princeton Tigers had a successful 2023-24 season with a 24-5 overall record and a top spot in the Ivy League with a 12-2 conference record. Despite their strong offensive efficiency, highlighted by their scoring ability and low turnovers, they faced a setback with a first-round NIT loss to UNLV. Their free-throw shooting is a weakness, but their overall offensive performance is notable. Xaivian Lee leads the team in scoring and assists, while Caden Pierce contributes significantly in rebounds and points. Facing challenges in their upcoming games, Princeton aims to continue enhancing their performance and resume in college hoops.

Rutgers Scarlet Knights Analysis

The Rutgers Scarlet Knights have shown significant improvement this season after a disappointing previous campaign. With an overall record of 15-17 and a 7-13 mark in Big Ten play, they have built excitement with a strong freshman class and key transfers. Led by standout freshman Dylan Harper, who is averaging 23.5 points per game, the team has shown promise on offense. Despite a challenging schedule and recent losses, Rutgers has managed to secure two important wins against Penn State and Seton Hall. With an offensive rating of 103rd and a defensive rating of 279th, the Scarlet Knights are looking to make a significant impact in college basketball this season. If you're looking to capitalize on their success, consider utilizing the services of the best NCAAB Handicappers.

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Princeton Faces Tough Competition Against Rutgers After Track Record Analysis

After conducting a comparative analysis of the strength of competition faced by both teams, it is evident that Princeton's track record raises some concerns. Rutgers has only suffered four losses this season, all of which were against teams ranked within the top 40 in KenPom ratings. In contrast, Princeton has incurred defeats at the hands of teams with less distinguished resumes, such as Loyola Chicago, Wright State, Texas State, and Furman. Notably, Rutgers will pose as the most formidable opponent that Princeton has encountered thus far. Therefore, it is anticipated that the Scarlet Knights will seek retribution from the previous season's outcome.

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

Current matchup data

Lines, trends and availability

Line movement since open

  • Moneyline · Princeton Tigers+185 → +220Moved
  • Moneyline · Rutgers Scarlet Knights-265 → -260Moved
  • Spread · Princeton Tigers+5.75 (-110) → +6.5 (-110)Moved
  • Spread · Rutgers Scarlet Knights-5.75 (-110) → -6.5 (-110)Moved
  • Total · Over152 (-110) → 150.5 (-110)Moved
  • Total · Under152 (-110) → 150.5 (-110)Moved

ATS and O/U trends

Princeton Tigers
9-20 matchup record · 4-6-0 ATS · 3-7-0 O/U
Last 10 completed games on file
Rutgers Scarlet Knights
14-20 matchup record · 3-6-1 ATS · 6-4-0 O/U
Last 10 completed games on file

Injuries and availability

From the published research (2024-12-21T19:14:53.155Z). Availability may have changed; review the cited sources.

No verified injury or availability note was included in the published matchup research.

Recent head-to-head

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Final result

Matchup pick recap

Princeton Tigers defeated Rutgers Scarlet Knights 83-82

Princeton Tigers defeated Rutgers Scarlet Knights 83-82 on December 21, 2024, a 1-point decision in the series. Princeton Tigers' strongest period was the 2nd half, when it outscored its opponent 39-36. Against SportsJaw's recorded Princeton Tigers +6.5 (-110) spread, Princeton Tigers covered, while the 165 combined points finished over the recorded total of 150.5.

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