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Rhode Island Rams vs Duquesne Dukes Betting Picks & Predictions

Game time: December 31, 2024 at 2:00 PM ET

Venue: UPMC Cooper Fieldhouse — Pittsburgh, PA

Article updated Dec 30, 10:53 PM EST

Published by SportsJaw Editorial Team

On Tuesday afternoon, the Rhode Island Rams (11-1; 5-6-0 ATS) will face off against the Duquesne Dukes (5-8; 4-8-0 ATS) at UPMC Cooper Fieldhouse at 2:00 p.m. EST. Last

Game outlook

On Tuesday afternoon, the Rhode Island Rams (11-1; 5-6-0 ATS) will face off against the Duquesne Dukes (5-8; 4-8-0 ATS) at UPMC Cooper Fieldhouse at 2:00 p.m. EST. Last season, Duquesne emerged victorious with a score of 85-71 in Rhode Island, and they have won the past three matchups ATS. Rhode Island is the favored team with a -3 opening line that has remained unchanged. It will be interesting to see if Duquesne can maintain their recent success against the Rams in this upcoming game.

Betting Odds

Moneyline: Rams -170 | Dukes +140

Spread: Rams -3 (-110) | Dukes +3 (-110)

Total: Over/Under 141.5 (-110)

Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that Rhode Island will win straight-up is 63%.

Rhode Island Rams

Rhode Island's men's basketball team has been off to a strong start in the 2025 season, with only one loss in double overtime entering conference play. Led by Sebastian Thomas and an offense averaging 85.7 points per game, the Rams have the 20th-fastest tempo in the nation. Defensively, Rhode Island limits opponents to 71.6 points per game and forces turnovers at a rate of 11.8 per game. With impressive statistics on both ends of the court, the Rams are ranked 20th in offense and 192nd in defense. The team will look to continue their success as they head into their conference opener. For those looking for college basketball insight, the NCAAB Cappers provide expert assistance.

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Duquesne Dukes Analysis

The Duquesne Dukes have shown significant improvement recently, winning three consecutive games after a rough 0-6 start to the season. Known for their strong defense, the Dukes have held eight straight opponents to under 70 points, allowing an average of only 64.6 points per game. While their offense may not be as potent, they are coming off a high-scoring game and will aim to continue their winning streak. As they face the Rhode Island Rams, a team they have struggled against in the past, the Dukes will need to rely on their defensive prowess to secure another victory. When considering sportsbook options, it is recommended to explore various promotions and thoroughly test the platform before placing any bets.

Rhode Island Rams Poised for High-Scoring Victory Against Duquesne Dukes

The Rams are expected to excel in shooting three-pointers against the Duquesne defense, likely resulting in a high-scoring game for Rhode Island, as evidenced by their consistent 80+ point performances in 10 out of 12 games this season. Conversely, the offensive capabilities of the Dukes may not be sufficient to match this level of scoring. Additionally, Rhode Island's defense is anticipated to effectively limit Duquesne's scoring opportunities, considering the Dukes' challenges in free throw shooting and ball control. As such, the Rams are favored to outperform the spread in their upcoming game this Tuesday.

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

Current matchup data

Lines, trends and availability

Line movement since open

  • Moneyline · Rhode Island Rams-170 → -125Moved
  • Moneyline · Duquesne Dukes+140 → +105Moved
  • Spread · Rhode Island Rams-3 (-110) → -1.5 (-110)Moved
  • Spread · Duquesne Dukes+3 (-110) → +1.5 (-110)Moved
  • Total · Over141.5 (-110) → 143.5 (-110)Moved
  • Total · Under141.5 (-110) → 143.5 (-110)Moved

ATS and O/U trends

Rhode Island Rams
16-16 matchup record · 6-3-1 ATS · 6-4-0 O/U
Last 10 completed games on file
Duquesne Dukes
18-15 matchup record · 4-6-0 ATS · 2-8-0 O/U
Last 10 completed games on file

Injuries and availability

From the published research (2024-12-31T03:53:40.839Z). 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

  • 2024-02-03Duquesne Dukes 85 · Rhode Island Rams 71
Final result

Matchup pick recap

Duquesne Dukes defeated Rhode Island Rams 67-55

Duquesne Dukes defeated Rhode Island Rams 67-55 on December 31, 2024, a 12-point decision in the series. Duquesne Dukes' strongest period was the 1st half, when it outscored its opponent 34-26. Against SportsJaw's recorded Rhode Island Rams -1.5 (-110) spread, Duquesne Dukes covered, while the 122 combined points finished under the recorded total of 143.5.

SportsJaw editorial picks

  • Projected winnerNo published selectionUnavailable

Tipster picks

  • Sarah_MillerSpread · Duquesne Dukes +3 (-110)Win
  • JohnnywalkerSpread · Duquesne Dukes +3 (-110)Win
  • GustavosintoSpread · Rhode Island Rams -3 (-110)Loss