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Delaware Blue Hens vs Xavier Musketeers Betting Picks & Predictions

Game time: December 5, 2023 at 6:30 PM ET

Venue: Cintas Center — Cincinnati, OH

Article updated Dec 5, 1:14 AM EST

Published by SportsJaw Editorial Team

On Tuesday night, the Delaware Blue Hens (5-3, 5-2 ATS) and the Xavier Musketeers (4-4, 5-3 ATS) will face off at Cintas Center in Cincinnati, Ohio. Delaware recently lost on

Game outlook

On Tuesday night, the Delaware Blue Hens (5-3, 5-2 ATS) and the Xavier Musketeers (4-4, 5-3 ATS) will face off at Cintas Center in Cincinnati, Ohio. Delaware recently lost on the road to Ohio 74-73 as 7.5-point underdogs, while Xavier most recently lost at home against Houston 66-60 as 8.5-point home dogs. Xavier is the favorite in this matchup, opening at -12.5 and the line hasn't moved. The game will start at 6:30 EST and can be seen on FS1.

Betting Odds

Moneyline: Blue Hens +625 | Musketeers -1,000

Spread: Blue Hens +12.5 (-110) | Musketeers -12.5 (-110)

Total: Over/Under 149 (-110)

Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that Xavier will win straight-up is 91%.

Delaware Blue Hens

The Delaware Blue Hens have had a successful season so far, with a power ranking of 214 and a record of 4-3 (4-2 ATS). They are ranked 150th in offense for an average of 76.50 points per game and 157th in defense for an average of 70.00 points allowed. The Hens boast strong individual performances from forward Jyare Davis (18.0 PPG, 7.7 RPG) and transfers Gerald Drumgoole Jr. (12.5 PPG) and Cavan Reilly (11.7 PPG). Davis is known for his inside-out game and Drumgoole's double figures performances over the last three games - with 22 points against UNC Greensboro. Reilly is leading in three pointers with 18 made threes. The Blue Hens are shooting an average of 47.38% for field goals, 69.23% for free throws and have averages of 36.33 rebounds, 15.17 offensive assists, 10.50 turnovers, 41.53% field goals allowed, 72.12% free throws allowed and 28.87% of three pointers allowed in each game.

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Xavier Musketeers Analysis

Xavier Musketeers are led by 6'6 sophomore guard Desmond Claude, who averages 16.4 PPG, 3.9 RPG and 3.4 APG. They play fast, as they rank 55th in the nation in tempo and have an overall 4-4 record (5-3 ATS). They have a strong defense, ranked 20th in the nation for defensive efficiency and are 40th overall according to KenPom. Quincy Olivari is the top shooter with 13.9 PPG and has made 19 threes on the year. Delaware will be Xavier's next opponent and the Musketeers are looking to bounce back after a couple of losing streaks-- their most recent game being a loss to #6 Houston. The Xavier Musketeers are 40th in the nation according to KenPom and have a 5-3 ATS record. They are led by 6'6 sophomore guard Desmond Claude, averaging 16.4 PPG, 3.9 RPG and 3.4 APG. Defense is the team's strength, ranked 20th in the nation for defensive efficiency. Quincy Olivari leads in shooting with 13.9 PPG and has 19 threes. The Musketeers are looking to bounce back after two consecutive losses, most recently a close one to #6 Houston, and will take on Delaware in their next game.

Delaware Braces for Tough Test as Xavier Looks to Rebound from Back-to-Back Losses

Delaware has a tough test ahead, as they face a Xavier side following two consecutive losses. Their defense ranks 20th nationally in efficiency, and is likely to give Delaware's 131st-ranked offense trouble. Xavier also features Desmond Claude, a 6' 6 guard with playmaking skills that the Blue Hens may find difficult to contain. Playing quickly, Xavier is expected to make an aggressive start and maintain its lead over Delaware on the road.

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SportsJaw published this archived preview from its original game-day article. Its prediction and quoted lines are preserved as written.

About our editorial process

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

Current matchup data

Lines, trends and availability

Line movement since open

  • Moneyline · Delaware Blue Hens+588 → +525Moved
  • Moneyline · Xavier Musketeers-955 → -750Moved
  • Spread · Delaware Blue Hens+12.5 (-110) → +12 (-110)Moved
  • Spread · Xavier Musketeers-12.5 (-110) → -12 (-110)Moved
  • Total · Over147.5 (-110) → 150.5 (-110)Moved
  • Total · Under147.5 (-110) → 150.5 (-110)Moved

ATS and O/U trends

Delaware Blue Hens
10-21 matchup record · 5-5-0 ATS · 5-5-0 O/U
Last 10 completed games on file
Xavier Musketeers
15-18 matchup record · 4-6-0 ATS · 4-6-0 O/U
Last 10 completed games on file

Injuries and availability

From the published research (2023-12-05T06:14:38.425Z). 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

No completed head-to-head result is available in the current history window.

Final result

Matchup pick recap

Delaware Blue Hens defeated Xavier Musketeers 87-80

Delaware Blue Hens defeated Xavier Musketeers 87-80 on December 5, 2023, a 7-point decision in the series. Delaware Blue Hens' strongest period was the 2nd half, when it outscored its opponent 49-39. Against SportsJaw's recorded Delaware Blue Hens +12 (-110) spread, Delaware Blue Hens covered, while the 167 combined points finished over the recorded total of 150.5.

SportsJaw editorial picks

  • Projected winnerNo published selectionUnavailable

Tipster picks

  • HitmanhartSpread · Delaware Blue Hens +12.5 (-110)Win
  • JwSpread · Delaware Blue Hens +12.5 (-110)Win
  • MickeytSpread · Xavier Musketeers -12.5 (-110)Loss
  • MrmisterTotal · Over 149 (-110)Win
  • CoolioSpread · Delaware Blue Hens +12 (-110)Win
  • CoolioTotal · Over 149 (-110)Win
  • OddssharkSpread · Delaware Blue Hens +12 (-110)Win
  • OddssharkTotal · Over 149 (-110)Win
  • CoversSpread · Xavier Musketeers -12 (-110)Loss