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St. Louis Billikens vs Fordham Rams Betting Picks & Predictions

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

Venue: Rose Hill Gym — Bronx, NY

Article updated Dec 30, 10:53 PM EST

Published by SportsJaw Editorial Team

Rose Hill Gym will be the host of a New Year's Eve hoops matchup between the Saint Louis Billikens and the Fordham Rams at 2:00 p.m. EST this Tuesday. Despite historically

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Rose Hill Gym will be the host of a New Year's Eve hoops matchup between the Saint Louis Billikens and the Fordham Rams at 2:00 p.m. EST this Tuesday. Despite historically being the underdog, Fordham has managed to defeat Saint Louis in their past two matches. With St. Louis opening as the betting favorite at -2, it remains to be seen if the Rams will make it three in a row or if the Billikens are prepared to mount a comeback.

Betting Odds

Moneyline: Billikens -120 | Rams +100

Spread: Billikens -2 (-110) | Rams +2 (-110)

Total: Over/Under 153 (-110)

Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that St. Louis will win straight-up is 55%.

St. Louis Billikens

The Saint Louis Billikens recently ended a three-game losing streak with a 78-57 win against William Woods, showcasing a strong defensive performance. Despite typically struggling defensively, the team allows an average of 72.0 points per game. On offense, they tend to perform well, averaging 77.3 points per game and shooting 47.6% from the floor. However, key injuries to players like Isaiah Swope, Larry Hughes II, and Kellen Thames may impact their upcoming games. In terms of rankings, the Billikens are 159th in offense and 248th in defense, with a power ranking of 153. For more detailed analysis and NCAAB predictions, it is recommended to consult experts in the field.

Fordham Rams Analysis

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The Fordham Rams are on a five-game winning streak, with their latest victory being an 87-83 win over Albany. They have been consistently achieving their goal of scoring 80+ points per game, which is reflective of their 42nd ranking in adjusted tempo nationally. Led by Jackie Johnson III, who averages 18.5 points per game, the Rams score an average of 76.9 points per game. They have solid shooting percentages, grabbing offensive rebounds and forcing turnovers on defense. However, they struggle with defending against three-point shots and opponents' field goal percentage. The Rams will need to overcome these challenges as they face Saint Louis in their A-10 opener. Their power ranking is currently at 97 and they rank 156th in offense and 257th in defense. Against St. Louis, they will look to improve their defensive performance, as their opponents have been successful in scoring from the three-point line and shooting field goals.

Fordham Favored to Dominate Saint Louis in Home Matchup

The Saint Louis team has struggled on the road, currently holding a 0-3 record away from home. Their defensive performance has been subpar, allowing an average of 77.3 points on 48.0% shooting when playing as visitors. Offensively, the Billikens have scored an average of 70.0 points per game on the road. In contrast, Fordham has demonstrated strong performance at home, averaging 84.4 points per game and maintaining a 47.5% shooting accuracy. The Rams have also shown solid defense, limiting opponents to under 75 points at Rose Hill. With a strong presence on the boards and familiarity with the court, Fordham is poised to secure a victory in this matchup. It is recommended to consider betting on the Rams to beat the spread.

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

Current matchup data

Lines, trends and availability

Line movement since open

  • Moneyline · St. Louis Billikens-120 → -115Moved
  • Moneyline · Fordham Rams+100 → -105Moved
  • Spread · St. Louis Billikens-2 (-110) → -0.5 (-110)Moved
  • Spread · Fordham Rams+2 (-110) → +0.5 (-110)Moved
  • Total · Over153 (-110) → 154.5 (-110)Moved
  • Total · Under153 (-110) → 154.5 (-110)Moved

ATS and O/U trends

St. Louis Billikens
28-5 matchup record · 2-7-1 ATS · 3-7-0 O/U
Last 10 completed games on file
Fordham Rams
17-15 matchup record · 4-6-0 ATS · 4-6-0 O/U
Last 10 completed games on file

Injuries and availability

From the published research (2024-12-31T03:53:31.969Z). Availability may have changed; review the cited sources.

The Saint Louis Billikens recently ended a three-game losing streak with a 78-57 win against William Woods, showcasing a strong defensive performance. Despite typically struggling defensively, the team allows an average of 72.0 points per game. On offense, they tend to perform well, averaging 77.3 points per game and shooting 47.6% from the floor. However, key injuries to players like Isaiah Swope, Larry Hughes II, and Kellen Thames may impact their upcoming games. In terms of rankings, the Billikens are 159th in offense and 248th in defense, with a power ranking of 153. For more detailed analysis and NCAAB predictions, it is recommended to consult experts in the field.

Recent head-to-head

  • 2024-02-03Fordham Rams 67 · St. Louis Billikens 65
Final result

Matchup pick recap

St. Louis Billikens defeated Fordham Rams 88-63

St. Louis Billikens defeated Fordham Rams 88-63 on December 31, 2024, a 25-point decision in the series. St. Louis Billikens' strongest period was the 1st half, when it outscored its opponent 42-29. Against SportsJaw's recorded St. Louis Billikens -0.5 (-110) spread, St. Louis Billikens covered, while the 151 combined points finished under the recorded total of 154.5.

SportsJaw editorial picks

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Tipster picks

  • MoneymouthSpread · Fordham Rams +2 (-110)Loss
  • JoeyBergTotal · Over 153 (-110)Loss
  • BillywatersSpread · Fordham Rams +1.5 (-110)Loss