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Dayton Flyers Favored by 17 Points in A-10 Opener Against La Salle Explorers on New Year's Eve

UD Arena will host an A-10 opener on Saturday afternoon between the La Salle Explorers and the Dayton Flyers. The Explorers, with an 8-5 record, are aiming for a third consecutive victory to close out 2024, but they face a challenge against the Flyers, who hold a 10-3 record. The Flyers have won the previous two head-to-head matchups by double digits. Dayton is favored to win by 17 points according to the current betting line, and there has been no movement in the line. Will La Salle be able to pull off an upset on New Year's Eve?

Betting Odds

• Moneyline: Explorers +1050 | Flyers -2668
• Spread: Explorers +17 (-110) | Flyers -17 (-110)
• Total: Over/Under 146.5 (-110)
• Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that Dayton will win straight-up is 96%.

La Salle vs Dayton Stats

La Salle Explorers

La Salle's basketball team has had a mix of success and struggles this season. Despite their recent 108-48 victory over Immaculata, the team has faced challenges in their first few games of December. Offensively, the team tends to compete well, averaging 78.7 points per game, but their shooting percentages drop significantly when playing as visitors. This trend is also seen on the defensive end, where La Salle allows more points and higher shooting percentages when playing away games. With a power ranking of 201, the team is ranked 178 in offense and #284 in defense. They have a record of 8-5 this season. Despite their ups and downs, the Explorer's may have a chance to take down the Flyers in their upcoming game. For assistance with college basketball, consider reaching out to our top NCAAB Cappers.

Dayton Flyers Analysis

On December 20, the Dayton Flyers suffered a rare defeat against Cincinnati, marking their third loss of the season. Looking to bounce back, the team relies on their hyper-efficient offense led by Enoch Cheeks, who averages 13.9 points per game. Dayton shoots 48.8% from the floor, 35.9% from three-point range, and 71.5% at the free throw line, resulting in an average of 77.2 points per game. Defensively, the Flyers hold opponents to 67.2 points per game, with a field goal percentage of 41.9% and a three-point percentage of 31.6%. The team forces an average of 10.8 turnovers per game. With a power ranking of 88, Dayton is currently #151 for offense and #82 for defense. Heading into their upcoming game, the Flyers will be looking to continue their strong defensive performance and efficient offensive play.

La Salle Struggles on the Road as Dayton Looks to Dominate in Next Game

La Salle's performance on the road this season has been subpar. They experienced a significant 26-point loss in their latest away game, playing against a team whom Dayton only narrowly lost to by two points. In the previous road game, La Salle fell by 14 points despite being only one-point underdogs. It is anticipated that Dayton will effectively limit La Salle to under 70 points, while demonstrating a strong presence in the paint and finishing with over 80 points themselves. As a result, it is likely that Dayton will rebound convincingly in their upcoming game on Tuesday and cover the spread.

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