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Notre Dame Favored to Prevail in Close Battle Against Miami on the Hardwood

The upcoming matchup between Notre Dame and Miami in the Sunshine State is anticipated to be a close battle on the hardwood. Notre Dame is coming off a narrow victory against Georgia Tech, while Miami suffered a loss to Virginia in their previous game. With the all-time series between the teams tied at 15 victories each, the Hurricanes have emerged victorious in the last three meetings, including a recent road win. Notre Dame is currently favored to win with a line of -7.5.

Betting Odds

• Moneyline: Fighting Irish -308 | Hurricanes +245
• Spread: Fighting Irish -7.5 (-110) | Hurricanes +7.5 (-110)
• Total: Over/Under 149 (-110)
• Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that Notre Dame will win straight-up is 75%.

Notre Dame vs Miami Stats

Notre Dame Fighting Irish

Notre Dame secured their second consecutive win by defeating Georgia Tech at home on Wednesday night. The Fighting Irish are currently 10-10 overall and hold a 4-5 conference record, placing them ninth in the ACC. Despite falling behind early in the game, Notre Dame rallied to tie the game at halftime and then made a strong comeback in the second half to secure the victory. Led by Markus Burton's 26 points, Notre Dame shot 47.2% from the field and held a 32-29 advantage in rebounds. On the offensive end, the team averages 74.7 points per game, with Burton leading the team in scoring. Other key contributors include Tae Davis and Braeden Shrewsberry. Defensively, Notre Dame allows an average of 70.4 points per game and shoots 37.9% from beyond the arc. Overall, the team ranks 101 in power rankings and is positioned well in offense, defense, and free throw shooting. Notre Dame's performance on the court reflects their solid teamwork and scoring capabilities.

Miami Hurricanes Analysis

The Miami Hurricanes suffered their 10th consecutive loss and 16th in their last 17 games, falling to Virginia on Wednesday night. Despite shooting 51% from the field, Miami couldn't contain Virginia's offense, allowing them to shoot 54.9% in the contest. Leading scorer Matthew Cleveland put up 27 points in the loss. Miami's offensive statistics rank them 154th in the nation, averaging 75.4 points per game, while their defensive stats place them at 347th, allowing 80.7 points per game. With key players like Nijel Pack sidelined, the Hurricanes are struggling both offensively and defensively. Their power ranking is 346th, and their record stands at 4-17 overall. Additionally, they are ranked poorly in defensive field goal percentage and three-point shooting, while excelling at free throws. The team's rebounding and assist numbers are also below average.

Miami's Struggles Continue as Notre Dame Gains Momentum

Miami has faced significant challenges this season, losing 10 consecutive games. The team has struggled to secure a victory since the departure of head coach Jim Larranaga. Their recent loss to Virginia, where they allowed 82 points, underscores the difficulties facing the Hurricanes in South Beach. In contrast, Notre Dame has achieved two consecutive wins with Burton leading the team offensively after a previous absence due to injury. Despite Miami's defensive woes, Notre Dame was able to break their previous offensive limitations by surpassing 80 points against them. With Miami holding a 4-8 record at home and 10 straight losses overall, the advantage clearly lies with the Fighting Irish in this upcoming matchup.

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