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Dartmouth Big Green Favored to Win Against Columbia Lions in Upcoming College Basketball Game

In this content, the focus is on an upcoming college basketball game between Columbia and Dartmouth. Columbia will be looking to end their four-game road losing streak as they face Dartmouth at Leede Arena. Both teams are coming off recent wins as favorites in their respective matchups. The history between the two teams shows Dartmouth with a slight advantage in recent games. Dartmouth is currently favored to win the upcoming game with a -1.5 point spread that has not changed. Be sure to read on to discover the outcome of this Columbia vs. Dartmouth prediction.

Betting Odds

• Moneyline: Lions -105 | Big Green -114
• Spread: Lions +1.5 (-110) | Big Green -1.5 (-110)
• Total: Over/Under 161.5 (-110)
• Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that Dartmouth will win straight-up is 53%.

Columbia vs Dartmouth Stats

Columbia Lions

After snapping their seven-game losing streak with a win over Brown, the Lions will look to even up the series and end their four-game road losing streak in their upcoming game. Columbia averages 81.3 points per game, with their last game seeing them score 74 points and shoot 40 percent from the field and 20 percent from three-point range. Leading the team was Gerard O'Keefe with 22 points and four rebounds, followed by Kenny Noland with 13 points and five assists, and Blair Thompson with 11 points and 16 rebounds. Defensively, the Lions have struggled, giving up an average of 75.2 points per game. With a power ranking of 286, Columbia is ranked 28th in offense and 286th in defense. They have a record of 12-8 this season and are ranked #27 in field goal percentage and #60 in three-point percentage offensively. Defensively, they allow teams to shoot 44.47 percent from the field and 38.66 percent from three-point range. The Lions average 35.37 rebounds per game and 17.63 offensive assists, but they also average 12.84 turnovers per game.

Dartmouth Big Green Analysis

The Dartmouth Big Green recently bounced back from a loss to Cornell with wins over Columbia and Harvard, and are looking to continue their winning streak in their upcoming game. With an average of 78.8 points per game, the team is led by key players such as Brandon Mitchell-Day, Ryan Cornish, and Romeo Myrthil. However, the team has struggled defensively, giving up an average of 73.8 points per game. Against Columbia, Dartmouth hit 42.50% of their field goals and 36.04% of their three-pointers. On defense, they allow 45.15% field goals and 32.88% three-pointers. Dartmouth's power ranking is 274, with a #130 ranking for offense and #302 for defense. They currently hold an overall record of 9-10 (12-6 ATS).

Dartmouth's Offensive Prowess and Defensive Strength Give Them Edge Over Struggling Lions

Dartmouth has demonstrated strong performance in shooting, making over 47% of their shots and 41% of their three-pointers in their last three games, which gives them an advantage over the Lions. Additionally, Dartmouth has excelled at the free-throw line, making over 77% of their attempts during this period. Their effective ball movement and superior rebounding capabilities further enhance their scoring opportunities, particularly with their ability to secure offensive rebounds. Dartmouth's solid defensive strategies, including effective ball protection, make them a formidable opponent. In contrast, the Lions have struggled defensively, allowing over 81 points per game on the road. Given these factors, Dartmouth is favored to cover the spread in the upcoming game.

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