Cincinnati Bearcats vs
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West Virginia Favored by -3.5 Points in Rematch Against Cincinnati Bearcats: Preview, Prediction, and Analysis

On Wednesday at 7:00 p.m. ET, the Cincinnati Bearcats will face off against the West Virginia Mountaineers at WVU Coliseum. This is the second meeting between these Big 12 teams this season, with the Mountaineers winning the first game 63-50 on February 2. In the last ten matchups, West Virginia has a record of 6-4 straight-up and 4-6 against the spread against Cincinnati. The under has also hit in 6 of those games. West Virginia is currently favored by -3.5 points, and the line has remained steady. Stay tuned for our prediction on this exciting matchup.

Betting Odds

• Moneyline: Bearcats +150 | Mountaineers -185
• Spread: Bearcats +3.5 (-110) | Mountaineers -3.5 (-110)
• Total: Over/Under 129.5 (-110)
• Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that West Virginia will win straight-up is 65%.

Cincinnati vs West Virginia Stats

Cincinnati Bearcats

Cincinnati Bearcats suffered an 81-70 loss to Iowa State, ending their three-game winning streak. Despite shooting well, Iowa State's free throw attempts and rebounding advantage were key factors in their victory. The team's leading scorer is sophomore guard Jizzle James, with other key players to watch including senior guard Simas Lukosius, junior forward Dillon Mitchell, and junior guard Dan Skillings Jr. In terms of rankings, Cincinnati is rated 54th by KenPom, with strong defensive efficiency but lower offensive efficiency. As for their stats, they average 72.1 points per game on 45.7% shooting, while allowing opponents 65.1 points per game on 42.0% shooting. There are no recent injuries reported for their upcoming game against West Virginia.

West Virginia Mountaineers Analysis

West Virginia (15-10 SU, 14-11 ATS, 8-16-1 O/U) suffered a 74-71 loss to Baylor, putting them at 11th in the Big 12 basketball standings with a 6-8 record. Despite recent losses, the Mountaineers showed resilience in their games against BYU and Baylor. Senior guard Javon Small leads the team with 18.6 points per game. West Virginia, ranked 46th by KenPom, struggles offensively with 43.0% shooting and averages 69.4 points per game. On defense, they hold opponents to 64.4 points on 40.3% shooting. The Mountaineers face Cincinnati next without any reported injuries. Against the Bearcats, West Virginia will need to improve their offensive efficiency and defensive rebounding to secure a victory.

Everything You Need to Know About the Cincinnati vs. West Virginia Match: Predictions, Odds, and Analysis

In this comprehensive overview, we will provide you with pertinent information regarding the upcoming match between Cincinnati and West Virginia, encompassing predictions, odds, and in-depth analysis. Prepare to delve into the details as we explore the various factors influencing the outcome of this highly anticipated event.

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