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Delaware Blue Hens vs Duquesne Dukes Betting Picks & Predictions

Game time: December 6, 2024 at 6:00 PM ET

Venue: UPMC Cooper Fieldhouse — Pittsburgh, PA

Article updated Dec 5, 11:15 PM EST

Published by SportsJaw Editorial Team

In a non-conference college basketball matchup, a team from Delaware will be traveling to Pittsburgh to take on Duquesne. Delaware is coming off a win against Delaware State,

Game outlook

In a non-conference college basketball matchup, a team from Delaware will be traveling to Pittsburgh to take on Duquesne. Delaware is coming off a win against Delaware State, while Duquesne suffered a loss to Saint Peter's in their last game. The last time these two teams met was in 1999, with Delaware coming out on top. Duquesne is favored to win with a -4 point spread that has remained unchanged.

Betting Odds

Moneyline: Blue Hens +138 | Dukes -166

Spread: Blue Hens +4 (-110) | Dukes -4 (-110)

Total: Over/Under 145 (-110)

Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that Duquesne will win straight-up is 62%.

Delaware Blue Hens

Delaware Basketball continues to impress as they secured their third consecutive win by defeating Delaware State. The Blue Hens dominated from the start, leading by as much as 15 points at halftime and maintaining a comfortable lead throughout the game. Shooting an impressive 57.7% from the field, including 17 three-pointers, Delaware was able to overcome turnovers and secure the victory. They currently average 79.8 points per game, with key players like Cavan Reilly and John Camden leading the team in scoring. Defensively, Delaware has room for improvement, allowing an average of 77.5 points per game. Overall, the team has been shooting well from the field and three-point range, and their success at the free-throw line has been a key factor in their wins. With a power ranking of 120, Delaware ranks 145th in offense and 297th in defense, with a 5-3 record for the season.

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Duquesne Dukes Analysis

Duquesne recently suffered a loss to Saint Peter's, dropping their record to 1-7 for the season. They are hoping to turn things around and secure a win in their upcoming game. Despite leading in the first half, Duquesne struggled in the second half and ultimately fell short. They are currently ranked low in scoring offense, rebounding, and assists, but have key players like Jahsean Corbett and Jake DiMichele leading the team in points. Their shooting percentages are below average, particularly at the free-throw line. On defense, they allow a high percentage of field goals and three-pointers. Overall, Duquesne's power ranking is 203 and they are ranked 336th in offense. Their upcoming matchup against Delaware will be a test of their ability to bounce back and improve their performance.

Duquesne's Offensive Struggles Set Stage for Battle Against Blue Hens

Duquesne has faced challenges throughout the season due to struggles on the offensive end of the court. On the other hand, the Blue Hens have shown promise with victories over Iona, Rider, and Yale on neutral ground. Despite a lone win against Old Dominion, Duquesne has yet to secure a home victory this season. Their difficulties at the free-throw line and in field goal percentage pose a threat against Delaware, a team known for their effective perimeter shooting and high free-throw percentage. Although playing at home, Duquesne's performance may be uncertain. Therefore, it is advisable to support the Blue Hens as they seek a fourth consecutive win on the road.

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

Current matchup data

Lines, trends and availability

Line movement since open

  • Moneyline · Delaware Blue Hens+138 → +145Moved
  • Moneyline · Duquesne Dukes-166 → -166Unchanged
  • Spread · Delaware Blue Hens+4 (-110) → +3.5 (-110)Moved
  • Spread · Duquesne Dukes-4 (-110) → -3.5 (-110)Moved
  • Total · Over145.5 (-110) → 145.5 (-110)Unchanged
  • Total · Under145.5 (-110) → 145.5 (-110)Unchanged

ATS and O/U trends

Delaware Blue Hens
10-21 matchup record · 5-5-0 ATS · 3-6-1 O/U
Last 10 completed games on file
Duquesne Dukes
18-15 matchup record · 3-7-0 ATS · 2-8-0 O/U
Last 10 completed games on file

Injuries and availability

From the published research (2024-12-06T04:15:17.583Z). 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

Duquesne Dukes defeated Delaware Blue Hens 80-66

Duquesne Dukes defeated Delaware Blue Hens 80-66 on December 6, 2024, a 14-point decision in the series. Duquesne Dukes' strongest period was the 2nd half, when it outscored its opponent 44-29. Against SportsJaw's recorded Delaware Blue Hens +3.5 (-110) spread, Duquesne Dukes covered, while the 146 combined points finished over the recorded total of 145.5.

SportsJaw editorial picks

  • Projected winnerNo published selectionUnavailable

Tipster picks

  • JoeyBergSpread · Duquesne Dukes -4 (-110)Win
  • CovergirlSpread · Delaware Blue Hens +4 (-110)Loss
  • MookiebetsSpread · Duquesne Dukes -4 (-110)Win