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Princeton Tigers Expected to Continue Dominance over Penn Quakers in Ivy League Showdown at The Palestra

In this upcoming Ivy League matchup, Princeton (15-6, 4-2 Ivy) will be visiting Pennsylvania (6-13, 2-4 Ivy) at The Palestra at 7 PM ET on Friday night. The Tigers, coming off a recent win over Brown, are the clear favorites with a 10-0 record in their last 10 games against the Quakers. With Princeton opening as a 7.5-point favorite, it is expected that they will continue their dominance over Pennsylvania and come out on top in this game. Stay tuned to see which team emerges victorious in this Princeton vs. Pennsylvania matchup.

Betting Odds

• Moneyline: Tigers -310 | Quakers +253
• Spread: Tigers -7 (-110) | Quakers +7 (-110)
• Total: Over/Under 145 (-110)
• Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that Princeton will win straight-up is 76%.

Princeton vs Penn Stats

Princeton Tigers

Princeton recently snapped a two-game losing streak with a win over Brown and is currently ranked third in the Ivy League standings. They aim to move into a tie for second place with a win in their upcoming game. The Tigers average 76.3 points per game and have struggled defensively, giving up 71.5 points per game. Xaivian Lee, Blake Peters, and Caden Pierce were notable players in their last game. With a power ranking of 21, the Tigers rank 118 in offense, 224 in defense, and have a 15-6 record for the season. Offensively, they shoot 44.40% from the field, 69.11% from free throws, and 37.48% from three-point range. Defensively, they allow 44.68% of field goals, 75.76% of free throws, and 35.68% of three-pointers. Overall, they average 34.65 rebounds per game and have a turnover ratio of 10.40 turnovers per game.

Penn Quakers Analysis

The Penn Quakers recently suffered losses to Brown and Yale, moving them down to seventh place in the Ivy League. They will aim to end their losing streak and secure their third conference win in their upcoming game on Friday. Scoring an average of 67.8 points per game, the team struggled in their last game, making only 34.8% of their field goals and 32.3% of their three-pointers. Leading scorer Ethan Roberts contributed 19 points and five rebounds, with support from Sam Brown and Nick Spinoso. On the defensive end, the Quakers have been giving up an average of 76.2 points per game, allowing 90 points in their previous game. They will need to improve defensively to secure a victory in their next matchup. In terms of rankings, the Quakers are #327 for offense and #284 for defense, with statistics showing areas where they need to strengthen their performance. Their upcoming game will be crucial for turning their season around.

Princeton Tigers Dominate Away Games, Favorable Odds Against Penn Quakers

Princeton Tigers have secured victories in five of their six away games, contrasting the Penn Quakers who have suffered losses in three of their last four home games. Princeton holds the advantage due to their efficient shooting, boasting a shooting percentage of over 45% on the road compared to the Quakers' 43% at home. Additionally, Princeton has exhibited prowess at the free-throw line, converting over 75% of their attempts in the last three games, whereas the Quakers have struggled, making less than 70%. Princeton's strong rebounding performance, averaging over 12 offensive rebounds per game in their recent outings, will provide them with more scoring opportunities. With low turnover rates and solid defense, Princeton is positioned to outperform the defensively weak Quakers who have allowed over 85 points per game in their recent matches. Thus, it is advisable to place your bet on Princeton to cover the spread.

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