Delaware St. Hornets vs Seattle Redhawks Betting Picks & Predictions

Game outlook

The 2024 College Basketball Invitational kicks off on Saturday with a matchup between the #3 Seattle U Redhawks and the #14 Delaware State Hornets at 5:30 p.m. EDT at the Ocean Center. The winner will proceed to the next round to face Quinnipiac or Evansville. Seattle is the favored team with a -12.5 opening line that has not changed. Which team will come out on top and continue their tournament journey?

Betting Odds

Moneyline: Hornets +579 | Redhawks -825

Spread: Hornets +12.5 (-110) | Redhawks -12.5 (-110)

Total: Over/Under 137 (-110)

Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that Seattle will win straight-up is 89%.

Delaware St. Hornets

The Redhawks had a solid season overall but struggled in their final games, particularly on offense where they averaged only 68.0 points compared to their season average of 73.6. Their shooting percentages were 44.5% from the floor, 34.5% on three-pointers, and 73.1% at the free throw line. Despite recent struggles, Seattle's defense remains strong, allowing only 67.4 points per game and holding opponents to 41.2% shooting from the field and 29.7% from three-point range. They have a positive rebounding margin and turnover differential. As they head into the postseason, it will be interesting to see if key player Cameron Tyson can help spark an offensive resurgence for the team. Delaware St. has a power ranking of 239 and is ranked 263rd in offense, scoring an average of 70.76 points per game. Defensively, they allow an average of 70.79 points per game. Their shooting percentages are 43.28% from the field, 32.16% on three-pointers, and 70.44% at the free throw line. The Hornets average 34.82 rebounds per game, 12.09 offensive assists, and 14.70 turnovers. Defensively, they allow 43.41% shooting from the field, 36.17% from beyond the arc, and 71.88% from the free throw line. They average 32.30 defensive rebounds, 12.85 defensive assists, and 15.58 turnovers per game.