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Belmont Bruins vs Drake Bulldogs Betting Picks & Predictions

Game time: December 29, 2024 at 3:00 PM ET

Venue: Knapp Center — Des Moines, IA

Article updated Dec 29, 1:27 AM EST

Published by SportsJaw Editorial Team

The Belmont Bruins will be looking to bounce back from a recent loss as they take on the undefeated Drake Bulldogs in a road game this Sunday. Despite being the underdogs,

Game outlook

The Belmont Bruins will be looking to bounce back from a recent loss as they take on the undefeated Drake Bulldogs in a road game this Sunday. Despite being the underdogs, the Bruins have been performing well on the road with three consecutive wins. However, the Bulldogs are coming off a strong victory and have historically had success against Belmont. The betting odds heavily favor Drake with an opening line of -9 and the current line at -8.5, making them the likely pick for the win in this upcoming matchup. For more detailed analysis, check out the Belmont Bruins vs. Drake Bulldogs prediction.

Betting Odds

Moneyline: Bruins +320 | Bulldogs -413

Spread: Bruins +8.5 (-110) | Bulldogs -8.5 (-110)

Total: Over/Under 143.5 (-110)

Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that Drake will win straight-up is 81%.

Belmont Bruins

The Belmont Bruins recently had their five-game winning streak snapped by UC Irvine, despite a strong offensive performance. Carter Whitt led the team with 25 points, five rebounds, and nine assists in their last game, where they scored 84 points. However, their defense has been struggling, allowing an average of 78.9 points per game. Belmont will look to bounce back in their upcoming game against the Bulldogs, who are undefeated so far this season. With an offense ranked #38 in the nation, the Bruins will need to improve defensively to secure a win. If you need help predicting the outcome of NCAAB games, our service offers the best predictions available.

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Drake Bulldogs Analysis

The Drake Bulldogs are currently undefeated this season with a record of 14-20. They have been strong defensively, allowing an average of 57.2 points per game. In their last game, they scored 72 points with key players like Isaiah Jackson, Tavion Banks, and Cam Manyawu leading the team in points and rebounds. The Bulldogs will face the Bruins next and will aim to continue their winning streak, especially at home where they have won six straight games. With a solid offense and defense, Drake is positioned well for continued success this season.

Drake Bulldogs Favored to Win Big Matchup Against Bruins

The Bulldogs are currently on a six-game winning streak at home, while the Bruins have won their last three games on the road. Drake holds the offensive advantage in this matchup, as they have been shooting over 50 percent from the field in their recent games, compared to the Bruins' 47 percent shooting on the road. Additionally, the Bulldogs have been more effective at the free throw line, making over 70 percent of their free throws compared to the Bruins' less than 70 percent success rate. With a strong rebounding presence, particularly in grabbing offensive rebounds, Drake is positioned to create more scoring opportunities. Their ability to limit turnovers will also hinder the Bruins' scoring chances. On the defensive end, the Bruins have struggled by allowing over 85 points per game in their last three outings, while the Bulldogs have maintained a strong defense by holding opponents to under 60 points per game at home. Based on these factors, it is anticipated that Drake will emerge victorious in this matchup. A wise choice in this scenario would be to support Drake to cover the spread.

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

Current matchup data

Lines, trends and availability

Line movement since open

  • Moneyline · Belmont Bruins+320 → +325Moved
  • Moneyline · Drake Bulldogs-430 → -412Moved
  • Spread · Belmont Bruins+9 (-110) → +8.5 (-110)Moved
  • Spread · Drake Bulldogs-9 (-110) → -8.5 (-110)Moved
  • Total · Over146 (-110) → 140.5 (-110)Moved
  • Total · Under146 (-110) → 140.5 (-110)Moved

ATS and O/U trends

Belmont Bruins
26-6 matchup record · 4-5-1 ATS · 7-3-0 O/U
Last 10 completed games on file
Drake Bulldogs
14-20 matchup record · 6-4-0 ATS · 5-5-0 O/U
Last 10 completed games on file

Injuries and availability

From the published research (2024-12-29T06:27:57.624Z). 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

  • 2024-02-21Belmont Bruins 69 · Drake Bulldogs 84
  • 2024-01-07Drake Bulldogs 65 · Belmont Bruins 87
Final result

Matchup pick recap

Drake Bulldogs defeated Belmont Bruins 65-46

Drake Bulldogs defeated Belmont Bruins 65-46 on December 29, 2024, a 19-point decision in the series. Drake Bulldogs' strongest period was the 1st half, when it outscored its opponent 39-21. Against SportsJaw's recorded Belmont Bruins +8.5 (-110) spread, Drake Bulldogs covered, while the 111 combined points finished under the recorded total of 140.5.

SportsJaw editorial picks

  • Projected winnerNo published selectionUnavailable

Tipster picks

  • CoolioSpread · Belmont Bruins +8.5 (-110)Loss
  • CoolioTotal · Over 143.5 (-110)Loss
  • OddssharkSpread · Belmont Bruins +8.5 (-110)Loss
  • OddssharkTotal · Over 143.5 (-110)Loss