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Drexel Dragons Favored to Beat William & Mary Tribe in Thursday Night Matchup at Daskalakis Athletic Center

In an upcoming basketball matchup, William & Mary (14-9, 8-2 CAA) will face off against Drexel (12-11, 4-6 CAA) at Daskalakis Athletic Center. William & Mary will be looking to break their two-game road losing streak, while Drexel aims to bounce back from a recent loss to Towson. Drexel is favored to win by 2.5 points, with a consistent line thus far. The outcome of this game will be revealed on Thursday night at 7 PM ET.

Betting Odds

• Moneyline: Tribe +112 | Dragons -134
• Spread: Tribe +2.5 (-110) | Dragons -2.5 (-110)
• Total: Over/Under 148 (-110)
• Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that Drexel will win straight-up is 57%.

William & Mary vs Drexel Stats

William & Mary Tribe

William & Mary's basketball team is coming off a win against Charleston, hoping to close the gap with a win in their next game on Thursday. They are tied for second in the CAA, one game behind Towson. The team averages 80.7 points per game on offense and struggles defensively, giving up an average of 76.5 points per game. Their power ranking is 224, with a strong offense ranking of 49 and a weaker defense ranking of 306. They have a 14-9 record this season. Offensively, they shoot well from the field and free-throw line but struggle with three-pointers. Defensively, they have issues with opponent shooting percentages. The team will need to improve defensively to secure a win in their next game.

Drexel Dragons Analysis

The Drexel Dragons recently suffered losses to Monmouth and Towson following their win over Delaware. They will look to break their losing streak and secure their third consecutive home win in their upcoming game on Thursday. Despite averaging 69.9 points per game, they only scored 54 points in their last game, with Kobe MaGee, Shane Blakeney, and Yame Butler leading the scoring. Defensively, the Dragons have been solid, giving up an average of 66.4 points per game. In terms of ranking, Drexel is currently #283 in offense and #49 in defense. They will need to maintain their defensive efforts to have a chance at victory. In their upcoming game, the Dragons will face tough competition against William & Mary, who have had success in previous matchups.

Drexel Surges Ahead in Upcoming Game Against Vulnerable Tribe

Drexel has secured victory in two out of their last three home games, while the Tribe faced defeat in two out of their last three road games. Drexel holds the advantage in the upcoming game due to their impressive shooting percentage of over 43%, surpassing the Tribe's 40% in their recent games. Additionally, Drexel's success rate at the free throw line exceeds 79%, showcasing their proficiency in this area. Their strong offensive rebounding prowess, averaging more than 12 offensive rebounds per game, will provide them with increased scoring opportunities. Drexel's ability to protect the ball and limit scoring chances for their opponents further enhances their prospects in the game. Conversely, the Tribe's defensive vulnerabilities, conceding over 80 points per game on the road, indicate the challenges they may face in containing Drexel's offense. Considering these factors, it is advisable to support Drexel to cover the spread in this matchup.

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