Dayton Flyers vs Massachusetts Minutemen NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 1/8/25
The Flyers and Minutemen are set to face off at 7:00 ET on PEAC. The Minutemen will host the game at William D. Mullins Memorial Center in Amherst, MA. Dayton come into this Atlantic 10 conference matchup as the -9.5 favorite. The over/under line currently sits at 146.5 points.
DAYTON FLYERS VS MASSACHUSETTS MINUTEMEN BETTING PICK
The Pick: Massachusetts Minutemen +9.5
This game will be played at William D. Mullins Memorial Center at 7:00 ET on Wednesday, January 8th.
WHY BET THE MASSACHUSETTS MINUTEMEN:
- We have this one finishing with a projected score of 76-69 in favor of the Minutemen.
- Not only will Massachusetts pick up the win, but look for them to cover at +9.5.
- The over/under is currently sitting at 146.5 points, and we like the under with a projected 145 points.
Does Dayton Stand a Chance on the Road?
Dayton Flyers Recent Game/Games
Dayton’s season record dropped to 10-4 after a disappointing 82-62 road loss to George Washington on Saturday. The Flyers were -8.5 favorites going into the game but failed to cover the spread.
Dayton trailed 43-27 at halftime and couldn’t mount a comeback, scoring 35 points in the 2nd half while allowing 39. The total points for the game went just over the 143.5 O/U line.
Dayton’s offense struggled in their last game, shooting just 35% from the field and 26.7% from beyond the arc, with an effective field goal percentage of 38.3%. They managed to score 62 points, with 10 assists and 14 offensive rebounds, while hitting 80% of their free throws.
Christian Jones and Nate Santos each contributed 23 points, with Jones shooting 50% overall and 62.5% from three. Gerald Drumgoole Jr. added 21 points, hitting 41.7% from deep, and Trey Autry was perfect from the field, going 6/6 overall and 3/3 from three-point range.
Dayton’s defense struggled in their last game, giving up 82 points on 45% shooting from the field. They allowed 28 field goals on 61 attempts.
From beyond the arc, the Flyers gave up 15 threes on 31 attempts, a 48% shooting performance. They also sent their opponent to the line 15 times, where they converted 11 free throws.
Will the Minutemen Secure A Victory as Home Underdogs?
Massachusetts Minutemen Recent Game/Games
The Minutemen fell to 4-10 on the season after a 72-64 loss to Richmond on Saturday. Playing at home, Massachusetts entered the game as 5-point favorites but failed to cover the spread. The total points for the game were 136, falling short of the 146.5 O/U line.
Massachusetts trailed 34-31 at halftime and couldn’t close the gap in the second half, scoring 33 points while allowing 38. The loss adds to their struggles this season.
In their recent game, the Minutemen put up 64 points, shooting 41.7% from the field and 36.8% from beyond the arc. Their effective field goal percentage was 50%, and they connected on 81% of their free throws, going 17-for-21.
Jaylen Curry led the way with 18 points and 8 rebounds, while Rahsool Diggins and DeLonnie Hunt each added 16 points. Hunt also dished out 7 assists. Mike Walz contributed 11 points and 9 rebounds, and Jayden Ndjigue was perfect from the field, hitting all 3 of his shots.
Massachusetts gave up 72 points in their last game, with the opposing team shooting 41% from the field. They allowed 13 two-point baskets on 29 attempts, a 44% shooting rate.
From beyond the arc, the Minutemen’s defense saw the other team hit 7 threes on 19 attempts, a 36% clip. They also sent the opposition to the line 21 times, where they converted 17 free throws, shooting 81%. Massachusetts allowed 9 offensive rebounds.