Delaware Fightin’ Blue Hens vs Hofstra Pride NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 1/23/25

Betting on today’s Fightin’ Blue Hens and Pride game? Catch the action at Mack Sports Complex in Hempstead, NY, as the Pride hosts this showdown at 7:00 ET on FloC. The over/under for this Coastal Athletic Association conference contest is set at 141 points, with Hofstra being favored by -3.5 at home against Delaware.

DELAWARE FIGHTIN’ BLUE HENS VS HOFSTRA PRIDE BETTING PICK

The Pick: Hofstra Pride -3.5

This game will be played at Mack Sports Complex at 7:00 ET on Thursday, January 23rd.

WHY BET THE HOFSTRA PRIDE:

• We have this one finishing with a projected score of 77-69 in favor of the Pride.
• Not only will Hofstra pick up the win, but look for them to cover at -3.5.
• The over/under is currently sitting at 141 points, and we like the over with a projected 146 points.

Is a Road Win Possible for the Fightin’ Blue Hens?

Delaware Fightin’ Blue Hens Recent Game/Games

Delaware improved to 9-8 on the season with a 79-77 win over Elon on Saturday. The Blue Hens were +1 underdogs going into the game but managed to cover the spread with the win. The total points for the game reached 156, surpassing the O/U line of 150.5.

Delaware appeared to be in control after leading 49-31 at halftime, but they allowed Elon to score 46 points in the second half while only putting up 30 points themselves. Despite the scare, they held on for the win.

Delaware’s offense put up 79 points in their last game, shooting 46.4% from the field and 40% from three-point range (10/25). Their effective field goal percentage was 55.4%, and they hit 81% of their free throws (17/21). The Blue Hens grabbed 10 offensive rebounds and dished out 10 assists.

John Camden led the way with 28 points, shooting 81.8% overall and 60% from deep (3/5). Cavan Reilly added 18 points, hitting 4 of 7 threes, while TJ Simpkins contributed 21 points despite missing all 3 of his three-point attempts.

Delaware’s defense gave up 77 points in their last game, with opponents shooting 46% from the field. They allowed 51% shooting on two-point attempts, with the other team hitting 16 of 31 shots.

From beyond the arc, Delaware’s opponents went 10/25, shooting 40%. They also sent the other team to the line 21 times, where they made 17 free throws, an 81% success rate. Delaware allowed 10 offensive rebounds.

Will the Pride Win at Home?

Hofstra Pride Recent Game/Games

Hofstra fell to 8-9 on the season after a 60-55 road loss to Drexel on Monday, January 20th. The Pride, who entered the game as +3 underdogs, not only lost but also failed to cover the spread. The total points for the game were 115, falling short of the 124.5 O/U line.

Hofstra looked strong early, leading 37-26 at halftime, but they struggled in the 2nd half, scoring just 18 points while allowing Drexel to put up 34 points.

Hofstra’s offense struggled in their last game, managing just 55 points on 35.8% shooting from the field. Their effective field goal percentage was 41.5%, with a 28.6% success rate from beyond the arc, hitting 6 of 21 attempts.

Jean Aranguren connected on 3 of 5 threes, despite shooting 27.3% overall. Cole Hargrove led the team with 15 points and 9 rebounds, while Yame Butler and Aranguren each added 14 points.

Hofstra’s defense held their opponent to 60 points, allowing them to shoot 40% from the field. They gave up 22 made field goals on 55 attempts.

From beyond the arc, Hofstra’s defense limited their opponent to 5 threes on 18 attempts, a 27% shooting performance. They also sent the opponent to the free-throw line 18 times, where they made 11 free throws.