Towson Tigers vs Monmouth Hawks Betting Picks & Predictions
In an anticipated matchup between Towson and Monmouth, Towson (15-9, 10-1 CAA) will face off against Monmouth (8-16, 6-5 CAA) on Saturday at 4pmET at OceanFirst Bank Center.
Game outlook
In an anticipated matchup between Towson and Monmouth, Towson (15-9, 10-1 CAA) will face off against Monmouth (8-16, 6-5 CAA) on Saturday at 4pmET at OceanFirst Bank Center. Last season saw both teams secure victories on their respective home courts. Towson is favored to win, opening at -5 with the current line at Towson -3.5. Stay tuned for more insights and predictions on this exciting game.
Betting Odds
Moneyline: Tigers -160 | Hawks +138
Spread: Tigers -3.5 (-110) | Hawks +3.5 (-110)
Total: Over/Under 135 (-110)
Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that Towson will win straight-up is 62%.
Towson Tigers
The Towson Tigers have been on a hot streak, winning nine straight games to improve to 10-1 in the CAA, ranking them at the top above UNCW. Despite some close games, including a recent win over Stony Brook, the Tigers have been able to come out on top thanks to their strong defense and contributions from key players like Dylan Williamson and Tyler Tejada. Offensively, they struggle with shooting percentages but make up for it on the defensive end, allowing just 65.74 points per game. Overall, the Tigers are ranked 93 in power rankings and have a record of 19-15 this season.
Monmouth Hawks Analysis
Monmouth Hawks have shown improvement with three consecutive wins, moving them into contention in the CAA at 6-5. They have been dominant at home, winning 19 of their last 20 games at OceansFirst Bank Center. Despite a tough non-conference schedule, which included opening the season with eight straight losses, they are now over .500 in the CAA. Guard Madison Durr has been a standout player, earning recognition as the Oscar Robertson Player of the Week for his impressive performances. However, Abdi Bashir leads the team in scoring. The team's biggest concern is rebounding, as they rank low in total rebounding percentage. Monmouth Hawks have a power ranking of 294 and are #274 for offense and #318 for defense. They average 70.61 points per game and allow 77.43 points per game. Their shooting percentages and defensive stats are also mentioned in the summary.