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Baylor Bears Favored to Dominate Utah in First Ever Division I Matchup

In this upcoming basketball matchup, Utah will take on Baylor in the Lone Star State. Utah is coming off a loss to Iowa, failing to cover the spread as underdogs, while Baylor had a dominant win over Arlington Baptist. This game will be the first meeting between the two programs as Division I opponents. Baylor opens as the favorite with a spread of -10.5, which has since moved to Baylor -11.

Betting Odds

• Moneyline: Running Utes +428 | Bears -613
• Spread: Running Utes +11 (-110) | Bears -11 (-110)
• Total: Over/Under 152.5 (-110)
• Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that Baylor will win straight-up is 86%.

Utah vs Baylor Stats

Utah Running Utes

The Utah men's basketball team suffered a defeat against Iowa, ending their two-game win streak. Despite a strong start, the Utes were unable to maintain their lead and ultimately fell to a 90-80 loss. Mason Madsen led the team with 26 points and six rebounds in the game. Overall, Utah excels in scoring offense, rebounds, and assists but struggles with free throw shooting. The team has a power ranking of 99, with impressive rankings in offense and defense. They are currently 8-3 for the season.

Baylor Bears Analysis

Baylor secured a convincing win against Arlington Baptist in their latest game, extending their winning streak to three games. The Bears are now 8-3 on the season and are looking to kick off conference play on a positive note. Baylor dominated the game, going on a 23-0 run after trailing early, ultimately winning by a margin of 58 points. Led by Norchad Omier with 19 points and 24 rebounds, seven Baylor players scored in double figures. The team excels offensively, ranking 13th in scoring offense, rebounding, and assists per game. Defensively, they are slightly above average in scoring defense. Key players like Omier, Robert Wright III, and Jeremy Roach contribute significantly to Baylor's success. The team's strong shooting percentages from the field and three-point range are notable, though they struggle at the free-throw line. Baylor's power ranking is 15, with a ranking of 27 for offense and 182 for defense. They have an ATS record of 4-6 and are set to face Utah next. The Bears' offensive and defensive stats highlight their strengths and areas for improvement, positioning them as a formidable opponent in the NCAAB.

Baylor's Strong Defense Likely to Prevail Against Utah in Showdown

Both Utah and Baylor are formidable offensive teams, however, there are important factors to consider before this game. Utah has yet to play a true road game this season and their strongest victory was against Radford, ranked 195th in the KenPom rankings. In contrast, Baylor has faced tough competition, with losses only to Gonzaga, Tennessee, and UConn. The Bears have also secured wins against St. John's and Arkansas, boasting a 6-0 record at home. With this in mind, it is likely that Baylor will emerge victorious in this matchup as they demonstrate strong defensive prowess against Utah, marking a positive start to Big 12 play.

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