| 1 | 2 | T | ODDS | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| UCONN | 42 | 35 | 77 | 143 |
| MARQ | 29 | 40 | 69 | -6.5 |
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Marquette Golden Eagles Favored in Big East Showdown Against UConn Huskies - Can They Secure Their 10th Conference Win?
The upcoming Big East showdown between the Connecticut Huskies and the Marquette Golden Eagles will see Marquette as the betting favorite with a -6.5 line that has not moved. The Huskies will look to continue their success against the Golden Eagles after going 3-0 against them last season. Can Marquette secure their 10th conference win on Saturday? For more NCAAB Picks and to find out the prediction for this game, continue reading.
Betting Odds
- Moneyline: Huskies +240 | Golden Eagles -305
- Spread: Huskies +6.5 (-110) | Golden Eagles -6.5 (-110)
- Total: Over/Under 144 (-110)
- Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that Marquette will win straight-up is 75%.
Connecticut vs Marquette Stats
Connecticut Huskies
The Connecticut Huskies are currently seeking their 16th win of the season. Despite not being as dominant as last season, they are still considered a quality team with a record of 3-2 in their past five games. Their recent performance includes a defeat against Creighton, a win against Butler, and a narrow road defeat against Xavier. Most recently, they recorded a dominating 72-61 home win against DePaul.
Key players to watch include Alex Karaban, who has been inconsistent in his scoring, averaging 15 PPG on the year. Solo Ball has been consistent, scoring 15 or more points in six straight games. Liam NcNeely and Hassan Diarra have also shown promise throughout the season. The team is currently ranked 36th in DI by Ken Pomeroy and dropped six spots to #25 in the AP Top 25. They are 4-2 on the road and averaging 80 points per game while conceding an average of 68.6 points to opponents.
Offensively, the Huskies are ranked #50, hitting 49.27% of their field goals and 78.10% of their free throws. Defensively, they are ranked #102, allowing 42.79% of field goals and 73.68% of free throws. In terms of three-point shooting, they make an average of 36.27% and allow 37.61% of opponent shots. Additionally, they average 34.60 rebounds per game and have strong assist and turnover statistics.
Marquette Golden Eagles Analysis
The Marquette Golden Eagles are currently leading the Big East conference with nine wins in their past ten games. Their most recent victory was a convincing 78-69 road win against Butler. Senior guard Kam Jones has been a standout player, averaging 18.9 points per game this season. Despite some inconsistency from senior forward David Joplin, Marquette has shown depth with players like Stevie Mitchell and Chase Ross stepping up in recent games. The team is ranked 12th in Ken Pomeroy's ratings and #9 in the AP Top 25. They have a strong record of 11-1 on their home court and are scoring an average of 79.2 points per game while allowing an average of 67 points. On offense, the Golden Eagles are shooting 45.12% from the field, 32.79% from three-point range, and 74.24% from the free-throw line. Defensively, they are allowing opponents to shoot 43.67% from the field, 30.40% from three-point range, and 72.65% from the free-throw line. Overall, Marquette's strong performances have earned them a power ranking of 71 and impressive rankings for both offense and defense in the NCAA.
Marquette Golden Eagles Soar While UConn Huskies Struggle in Conference Play
The UConn Huskies have had a lackluster performance in conference play recently, posting a 3-3 record in their last six games and failing to cover the spread in all but one of those matchups. In contrast, the Marquette Golden Eagles have been excelling, winning nine of their last ten games with their only loss in that period coming against Xavier. The Golden Eagles' defense is highly ranked nationally, allowing just 93.9 points per 100 possessions, while the Huskies' defense has struggled, giving up 104.5 points per 100 possessions. Marquette has been dominating their opponents, with eight of their last ten victories coming by margins of eight points or more.
