Columbia Lions vs Connecticut Huskies NCAAB Betting Pick & Prediction for 11/10
The Columbia Lions will travel to Storrs, Connecticut, to take on the Connecticut Huskies at Gampel Pavilion. This non-conference game is set for Monday, November 10, 2025, at 6:30 PM ET. Fans can catch the action on FS1.
The Lions, representing the Ivy League, come into this game with a 1-0 record for the season. On the other side, the Huskies, ranked number 4 in the AP poll, are off to a strong start with a 2-0 record. The spread is wide, with Connecticut favored by 32.5 points. The over/under is set at 154.5, indicating expectations of a high-scoring game.
Columbia Lions vs Connecticut Huskies Game Day Info
- Sport: College Basketball
- Teams: Columbia Lions vs Connecticut Huskies
- Venue: Gampel Pavilion, Storrs CT
- Date: Monday, November 10, 2025 at 6:30 PM ET
- Betting Odds: Columbia Spread +32.5 (-113), Connecticut Spread -32.5 (-112), Over/Under 154.5 (-113)
Columbia Lions Team Preview
The Columbia Lions start their season with a strong shooting game. They show a high field goal percentage of 55.1%, which ranks them 24th. Their effective field goal percentage is also impressive at 63.3%, placing them 26th.
Columbia’s three-point shooting stands out as they hit 50% of their shots, ranking 6th. However, they take fewer attempts, with only 16 per game, which ranks them 339th. The Lions also struggle at the free-throw line, making 64.3% of their shots, ranking 289th.
Player contributions are balanced with Kenny Noland scoring 14 points and Avery Brown adding 10. Zine Eddine Bedri and Blair Thompson help on the boards, grabbing six rebounds each. Gerard O’Keefe plays a versatile role, contributing six points, five rebounds, and three assists.
Connecticut Huskies Team Preview
The Connecticut Huskies start their season with high expectations. They are ranked #4 in the AP poll and are part of the Big East conference. The team has a strong record of 2-0 so far this season.
The Huskies average 94.5 points per game, which ranks them 66th. Their field goal percentage is 54.8, placing them 30th in this category. They have a solid effective field goal percentage of 61.9.
On defense, the Huskies need to improve on steals and blocks. They average 11 steals and 6.5 blocks per game. The team commits 19 fouls per game, which is an area for improvement.
BTB Betting Pick
The Connecticut Huskies are favored by 32.5 points against the Columbia Lions. Connecticut scores 94.5 points per game, while Columbia scores 71.0 points per game. Given Connecticut’s strong offense, picking Connecticut to cover the -32.5 spread is recommended. The projected score is Connecticut 95, Columbia 62.
The over/under for this game is set at 154.5. With Connecticut’s high-scoring games and Columbia’s lower output, the total points might not reach this line. Therefore, taking the under 154.5 is a reasonable choice. The projected total is 157 points, but the recommendation accounts for potential defensive plays.