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Towson Tigers Set to Face Off Against Monmouth Hawks in Highly-Anticipated CAA Matchup - Betting Line Opens at -8

In this CAA matchup, Towson (17-9, 12-1 CAA) is set to face off against Monmouth (9-17, 7-6 CAA) in a highly-anticipated game on Saturday at 2pmET. With Towson coming in as the red-hot favorite with a recent victory over Monmouth, the betting line has opened at -8 and has remained steady. Stay tuned for the Monmouth vs. Towson prediction and more updates on this exciting match-up.

Betting Odds

• Moneyline: Hawks +325 | Tigers -435
• Spread: Hawks +8 (-110) | Tigers -8 (-110)
• Total: Over/Under 137.5 (-110)
• Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that Towson will win straight-up is 81%.

Monmouth vs Towson Stats

Monmouth Hawks

Monmouth has recently experienced success on the court, winning four of their last five games in the CAA. Despite facing challenges on the road, they were able to secure a victory against Stony Brook, improving their record to 7-6 in the conference. This places them in sixth place, giving them a shot at securing a fourth seed in the CAA Tournament. The team's strong performance was evident in their win against Stony Brook, with five players scoring in double figures, led by Cornelius Robinson. Despite their ranking in the lower tier of KenPom, Monmouth's top scorer Abdi Bashir continues to lead the team with an average of 20.8 points per game. The team's shooting percentages, defensive stats, and struggles on the glass are areas for improvement. Overall, Monmouth is working on fine-tuning their game as they move forward in the season.

Towson Tigers Analysis

The Towson Tigers defeated Delaware on Thursday night with a 75-70 victory, extending their winning streak to 11 games and setting a Division I program record. They are currently in first place in the CAA with a 12-1 record, but face competition from UNCW who has won nine straight games. Nendah Tarke led the Tigers with 22 points and Tyler Tejada added 16 points. However, their three-point shooting remains a concern as they are shooting 32.3% from beyond the arc. Defensively, they allow 65.7 points per game and 43% shooting. Overall, Towson has an offensive power ranking of 44, scoring an average of 67.92 points per game while allowing 65.52 points per game on defense. They struggle with shooting percentages, ranking low in field goals and free throws. On defense, they allow 42.95% field goals and 31.99% three-pointers. Overall, the Tigers have a mixed record in offensive and defensive efficiency rankings, with notable players like Tejada leading the team in scoring.

Towson Struggles to Cover Spread Against Monmouth's Strong Performance

Towson's recent performance has seen them struggle to cover the spread, with just one cover in their last four games and a 1-3-1 record against the spread in their last five home games. Conversely, Monmouth has been more successful, covering five of their last six games, including two consecutive road games. Additionally, Towson's shooting percentages at home have been less than impressive, with 32.3% from three-point range and 42.5% from the field. On the other hand, Monmouth's stout three-point defense, allowing just 32.9% shooting from beyond the arc on the road, could pose a challenge for Towson. As the matchup unfolds on Saturday, the question remains whether Towson's streak of failing to cover will persist or if Monmouth will continue their strong performance and cover the spread.

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