| 1 | 2 | 3 | T | ODDS | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CHATT | 38 | 38 | 9 | 85 | 145.5 |
| UCI | 37 | 39 | 8 | 84 | -2.5 |
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Defensive Showdown Expected as UC Irvine Favored Against Chattanooga in NIT Final
The Tenn-Chattanooga vs. UC Irvine prediction analyzes the upcoming Final of the NIT, where the Mocs will face the Anteaters at Hinkle Fieldhouse. Both teams have performed well in the tournament, with the Mocs holding a 28-9 season record and UC Irvine boasting a record of 32-6. The current betting line favors UC Irvine at -3.5. Stay tuned for further insights on this matchup.
Betting Odds
- Moneyline: Mocs +155 | Anteaters -180
- Spread: Mocs +3.5 (-110) | Anteaters -3.5 (-110)
- Total: Over/Under 147 (-110)
- Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that UC Irvine will win straight-up is 64%.
Chattanooga vs UC Irvine Stats
Chattanooga Mocs
The Tenn-Chattanooga Mocs are on the cusp of winning the NIT Championship after securing victories over Middle Tenn State, Dayton, Bradley, and Loyola-Chicago in the semi-finals. Trey Bonham led the team with 23 points in the latest win, while Honor Huff and Bash Wieland each contributed 12 points. The Mocs have been shooting well throughout the tournament, averaging 85.7 points per game and hitting 42 percent of their 3-point shots. Defensively, they are allowing 78 points per game and have a +30 scoring margin. With no key injuries to report, the Mocs are in good shape heading into the final game. In terms of power ranking, Chattanooga is ranked 30th and excels in offensive efficiency, shooting 48.46% from the field and 77% from the free-throw line. Defensively, they allow opponents to shoot 43.69% from the field and 70.41% from the free-throw line. Overall, Chattanooga has had a successful season with a record of 28-9 and could cap it off with a NIT Championship win.
UC Irvine Anteaters Analysis
The UC-Irvine Anteaters are one win away from winning the NIT Championship, having advanced to the title game with a perfect 4-0 record in the tournament. They secured a hard-fought victory over North Texas in the semifinals, with Devin Tillis and Bent Leuchten leading the way with impressive performances. The Anteaters have set a school record with 32 wins and have showcased strong offensive and defensive statistics throughout the tournament. Heading into the championship game, they are ranked #124 for offense and #38 for defense, with key players like Tillis and Leuchten making significant contributions on both ends of the court. Despite some small deficits in turnover and rebounding margin, the Anteaters have demonstrated a balanced and effective playing style that has carried them to the brink of their best season ever.
Defensive showdown looming in upcoming matchup: UC Irvine favored against Chattanooga
The upcoming matchup will hinge heavily on defensive performance. Both teams have demonstrated solid performance, boasting a 7-3 against the spread record in their last ten games. Chattanooga has shown strong shooting with over 50 percent accuracy, while UC-Irvine has maintained over 45 percent shooting. However, neither team excels in rebounding, with the Mocs at just +1 and the Anteaters at -8 in their recent games. Chattanooga's defense has shown weaknesses, allowing an average of 78 points per game and nearly 50 percent shooting by opponents. Conversely, UC-Irvine has displayed a stronger defense, restricting opponents to 38 percent shooting and 69 points per game. With a focus on defense being paramount, the Anteaters are poised to secure a victory in this matchup. Consider taking UC Irvine with a -3.5 point spread.
