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Game time: December 28, 2024 at 2:20 PM ET

Venue: John M. Belk Arena — Davidson, NC

Article updated Dec 27, 10:15 PM EST

Published by SportsJaw Editorial Team

The Eastern Michigan Eagles and Davidson Wildcats will face off in a college basketball game on Saturday afternoon at John M. Belk Arena. The Eagles, with a record of 10-21,

Game outlook

The Eastern Michigan Eagles and Davidson Wildcats will face off in a college basketball game on Saturday afternoon at John M. Belk Arena. The Eagles, with a record of 10-21, will be looking to secure their second consecutive win after defeating Wright State in their last game. The Wildcats, standing at 9-3, are coming off a win over Bethune-Cookman and are favored to win this match-up. With Davidson opening as a 15.5-point favorite, it will be interesting to see which team comes out on top.

Betting Odds

Moneyline: Eagles +900 | Wildcats -1,800

Spread: Eagles +15.5 (-110) | Wildcats -15.5 (-110)

Total: Over/Under 144 (-110)

Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that Davidson will win straight-up is 95%.

Eastern Michigan Eagles

In their last game, Eastern Michigan ended a three-game losing streak with a win over Wright State, covering the spread for the second time in their last five games. They will look to bounce back from a road loss against Loyola Chicago. The team averages 71.2 points per game and scored 86 points in their last game, shooting 50 percent from the field and 39.1 percent from three-point range. Da'Sean Nelson led with 27 points and 13 rebounds, followed by Jalen Terry with 21 points and four assists, and Yusuf Jihad with 11 points and three rebounds. However, defensively they have struggled, allowing 74.9 points per game and gave up 82 points in their last game. Currently ranked 307th in offense and 260th in defense, Eastern Michigan is 6-5 (4-6 ATS) this season. Their shooting percentages, rebounding, and assist-to-turnover ratios are also below average. To improve, they will have to focus on tightening up their defense and executing better on offense. For those seeking NCAAB predictions, it may be worthwhile to consider their recent performance and statistics.

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Davidson Wildcats Analysis

The Davidson Wildcats recently bounced back from a loss to Temple with a win over Bethune-Cookman, although they failed to cover the spread for the first time in their last three games. They will look to keep their momentum going and secure a second straight win in their upcoming game. In their last game, Davidson scored 76 points, shooting 52.9 percent from the field and 47.4 percent from three-point range. Leading the Wildcats in scoring was Bobby Durkin with 23 points and 10 rebounds, followed by Reed Bailey with 19 points, six rebounds, and five assists, and Zach Laput with 15 points and four rebounds. Defensively, Davidson has been giving up an average of 69.9 points per game and held their last opponent to 63 points. The Wildcats are currently ranked 63rd in power rankings and are #183 for offense and #229 for defense. They have a record of 8-3 overall and 6-5 against the spread. Davidson's offensive stats include shooting 45.83% from the field, 73.77% from the free-throw line, and 35.22% from three-point range. On defense, they allow opponents to shoot 44.77% from the field and 70.81% from the free-throw line, with a three-point percentage of 37.07%. Overall, Davidson averages 34.20 rebounds, 15.60 offensive assists, and 9.90 turnovers per game.

Davidson Wildcats Primed for Victory Against Road-Worn Eagles

The Davidson Wildcats have demonstrated strong performance in their recent home games, securing six consecutive wins, while the Eagles have experienced mixed results on the road, splitting their six games. Analysis of team statistics reveals that the Wildcats hold an offensive advantage over the Eagles, shooting over 50 percent from the field and 40 percent from beyond the arc at home, whereas the Eagles shoot at 41 percent and 32 percent respectively on the road. Additionally, Davidson showcases superior free throw efficiency and rebounding capabilities, with a higher offensive rebound average per game. Their ability to limit turnovers at home will further enhance their scoring opportunities. Conversely, the Eagles face defensive challenges, conceding over 85 points per game in their recent matches. Given these factors, it is advisable to consider Davidson as the favorable option for covering the spread in this upcoming game.

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

Current matchup data

Lines, trends and availability

Line movement since open

  • Moneyline · Eastern Michigan Eagles+900 → +775Moved
  • Moneyline · Davidson Wildcats-1,800 → -1,350Moved
  • Spread · Eastern Michigan Eagles+15.5 (-110) → +14 (-110)Moved
  • Spread · Davidson Wildcats-15.5 (-110) → -14 (-110)Moved
  • Total · Over144 (-110) → 143.5 (-110)Moved
  • Total · Under144 (-110) → 143.5 (-110)Moved

ATS and O/U trends

Eastern Michigan Eagles
10-21 matchup record · 5-5-0 ATS · 4-6-0 O/U
Last 10 completed games on file
Davidson Wildcats
20-14 matchup record · 6-4-0 ATS · 6-4-0 O/U
Last 10 completed games on file

Injuries and availability

From the published research (2024-12-28T03:15:28.382Z). 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

Davidson Wildcats defeated Eastern Michigan Eagles 86-64

Davidson Wildcats defeated Eastern Michigan Eagles 86-64 on December 28, 2024, a 22-point decision in the series. Davidson Wildcats' strongest period was the 1st half, when it outscored its opponent 41-21. Against SportsJaw's recorded Eastern Michigan Eagles +14 (-110) spread, Davidson Wildcats covered, while the 150 combined points finished over the recorded total of 143.5.

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Tipster picks

  • DengWinsSpread · Davidson Wildcats -14.25 (-110)Win