Penn Quakers vs
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Yale Favored to Extend Winning Streak Against Penn in Ivy League Showdown

In this upcoming basketball matchup between Penn and Yale, Yale is the clear betting favorite with a -17.5 opening line that has not moved. Penn has a historical advantage in the series with a 98-54 record, but Yale has won the last three meetings, including a decisive 90-61 victory earlier this season. Both teams are coming off recent wins, with Penn falling short to Princeton by two points and Yale overpowering Cornell by 15. Stay tuned for our Penn vs. Yale prediction as these two teams face off in the Constitution State on Friday night.

Betting Odds

• Moneyline: Quakers +1280 | Bulldogs -3500
• Spread: Quakers +17.5 (-110) | Bulldogs -17.5 (-110)
• Total: Over/Under 148 (-110)
• Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that Yale will win straight-up is 97%.

Penn vs Yale Stats

Penn Quakers

Pen suffered their third consecutive loss in a close game against Princeton, ending with a score of 58-60. Despite a strong effort, they struggled to overcome an early deficit and ultimately fell short. The team currently holds a 6-14 overall record and is tied for fifth in the Ivy League standings with a 2-5 record. The Quakers were led by Sam Brown and Nick Spinoso, each scoring 12 points in the game. Ethan Roberts is the leading scorer for the team this season, averaging 17.8 points and 5.8 rebounds per game. The team ranks 333rd in the country in scoring offense, averaging 67.2 points per game, and 286th in scoring defense, allowing an average of 75.5 points per game. Penn has struggled with shooting, hitting 40.7% of their field goals and 32.8% of their three-point attempts this season. Their free throw shooting has also been an issue, with a 66.9% success rate, ranking them 324th in the country. Overall, the team has a power ranking of 207 and is ranked 331 in offense and 287 in defense.

Yale Bulldogs Analysis

The Yale Bulldogs continue their impressive season with an eighth consecutive win, improving to 14-6 overall and maintaining a perfect 7-0 conference record. In their recent victory over Cornell, the Bulldogs went on a dominant 18-0 run to secure a comfortable lead that they maintained until the final whistle. Led by John Poulakidas with 32 points, Yale shot 62.5% from the field and showcased their strong offensive capabilities. The team ranks highly in scoring offense and rebounding, while also demonstrating solid defensive performances. With a balanced roster and strong shooting percentages, the Bulldogs are proving to be a formidable force in college basketball.

Yale set to extend winning streak against struggling Penn in upcoming match

Penn is currently on an unfortunate losing streak of eight games, while Yale has been on an impressive winning streak of eight games leading up to this upcoming match. The Quakers recently suffered a significant defeat at the hands of Yale on their home turf less than two weeks ago and must now face them in New Haven. Yale boasts a strong offensive presence and a flawless 7-0 record at home, with each victory being by a margin of at least 15 points. In contrast, Penn has struggled with a 2-6 record on the road this season, indicating weaknesses on both offense and defense. Given these factors, it is likely that Yale will secure a decisive victory to maintain their undefeated status in the Ivy League.

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