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Oregon Ducks Look to Defend Home Court Against Northwestern Wildcats in Big 10 Matchup Honoringメ(Game Date)

In an upcoming Big 10 matchup on the West Coast, Northwestern (13-11, 4-9 B10) will face off against Oregon (16-8, 5-8 B10) on Tuesday night at 11pmET at Matthew Knight Arena. This will be the first meeting between the two teams, as Oregon is in its first year in the Big 10. Oregon is currently the betting favorite, with a -9 opening line that has remained unchanged. Stay tuned for the Northwestern vs. Oregon prediction and visit our site for more NCAAB predictions to enhance your bankroll.

Betting Odds

• Moneyline: Wildcats +350 | Ducks -450
• Spread: Wildcats +9 (-110) | Ducks -9 (-110)
• Total: Over/Under 142.5 (-110)
• Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that Oregon will win straight-up is 82%.

Northwestern vs Oregon Stats

Northwestern Wildcats

Northwestern has struggled recently, losing four of their last five games and two senior guards to season-ending injuries. Despite a strong performance against USC, they were unable to secure a win against Washington. Northwestern's offense is led by junior Nick Martinelli, who is averaging 19.8 points per game. The team shoots 44.2% from the field and allows 70.2 points on defense. With a power ranking of 212, they are ranked 194 in offense and 135 in defense, with a record of 13-11 this season. Defensively, they allow opponents to shoot 44.06% from the field and 34.63% from three-point range. Overall, Northwestern is looking to bounce back and improve their performance in the upcoming games.

Oregon Ducks Analysis

Northwestern is facing challenges due to injuries and is unlikely to make it to the NCAA Tournament. Meanwhile, Oregon, although relatively healthy, has been struggling with five consecutive losses and six losses in seven games. They are currently ranked 35th in the Net Rankings, with Joe Lunardi placing them 8th in the latest Bracketology report, albeit with a downward trend. The Ducks need to turn things around and get back on a winning streak, as evidenced by their recent loss to Michigan State despite a strong performance from Jackson Shelstad. Oregon ranks 40th overall in KenPom, with 41st in Adjusted Offense and 50th in Adjusted Defense. Shelstad leads the team in scoring, shooting percentages, and rebounds. The Ducks have strong offensive stats, but need to improve their defense and rebounding to perform better in upcoming games.

Northwestern's Ball Possession and Resilience Make Them Favorable Bet Over Struggling Oregon

Despite the numerous injuries faced by the team, I am leaning towards Northwestern due to their ability to effectively manage possession of the ball, demonstrated by their 19th ranking in assist/turnover ratio. Additionally, the team has shown resilience in their performances, with their last six losses being by an average of six points. It is worth noting that Northwestern has not suffered a defeat by a double-digit margin since their loss to Purdue by 18 points on January 5th. On the other hand, Oregon has struggled to cover the spread in their recent games, achieving success just once in their last eight matchups and twice in their last ten. Furthermore, Oregon's defensive capabilities have been lacking, evidenced by the ease with which opposing teams have been able to score 75 or more points against them.

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