Duquesne Dukes vs Saint Louis Billikens NCAAB Betting Pick & Prediction for 2/28

The Duquesne Dukes are set to take on the #23 Saint Louis Billikens this Saturday at Chaifetz Arena in St. Louis, MO. The game starts at 8:00 PM ET and will be broadcast on ESPN+. This Atlantic 10 conference game features the Dukes as the underdogs with a spread of +15.5, while the Billikens hold the favored position with a spread of -15.5.

Duquesne comes into the game with a regular season record of 16-12, struggling a bit on the road with a 5-6 away record. On the other hand, Saint Louis boasts a strong 25-3 record, excelling at home with a 17-1 record. The over/under is set at 161.5, indicating expectations for a high-scoring game. With Duquesne’s moneyline at +755 and Saint Louis’s at -1444, the Billikens are clear favorites in this matchup.

Duquesne Dukes vs Saint Louis Billikens Game Day Info

  • Sport: College Basketball
  • Teams: Duquesne Dukes vs #23 Saint Louis Billikens
  • Venue: Chaifetz Arena, St. Louis MO
  • Date: Saturday, February 28, 2026 at 8:00 PM ET
  • Duquesne Dukes Spread: +15.5 (-112)
  • Saint Louis Billikens Spread: -15.5 (-111)
  • Duquesne Dukes MoneyLine: +755
  • Saint Louis Billikens MoneyLine: -1444
  • Over: 161.5 (-111)
  • Under: 161.5 (-111)

Duquesne Dukes Team Preview

The Duquesne Dukes have had a challenging season, currently holding a record of 16-12. Their recent performances show a mix of outcomes, with a win against La Salle but losses to Davidson and Dayton. The Dukes have a 5-6 record when playing away games this season.

Offensively, the Dukes average 80.1 points per game, with a field goal percentage of 46.7%. They make about 9 three-pointers per game, hitting them at a rate of 34.7%. On the defensive side, they manage 7.6 steals per game but struggle with fouls, averaging 20 per game.

Player Tarence Guinyard stands out with an average of 16.5 points per game and 33 minutes per game. David Dixon also contributes with a 60.3% field goal percentage and 5.2 rebounds per game. Jimmie Williams adds 15.2 points per game, helping the Dukes stay competitive in the Atlantic 10 conference.

Saint Louis Billikens Team Preview

The Saint Louis Billikens have had a solid season with a record of 25-3. They rank 23rd in the AP poll and are part of the Atlantic 10 Conference. At home, they have been strong with a 17-1 record.

Offensively, the Billikens average 89.1 points per game, which ranks them 9th in the nation. Their field goal percentage stands at 51.3%, placing them 7th overall. They also make an average of 11.1 three-pointers per game, ranking 17th.

Key players for the team include Robbie Avila, who averages 12.6 points per game. Dion Brown contributes 11.1 points per game, while Kellen Thames adds 10.1 points per game. These players help drive the team’s offensive success.

BTB Betting Pick

The spread for the game is set at Saint Louis -15.5. Saint Louis scores 89.1 points per game and has a strong field goal percentage of 51.3%. Duquesne allows 80.1 points per game and struggles with fouls. Given these stats, Saint Louis is likely to cover the spread. A projected score could be Saint Louis 94, Duquesne 78.

The over/under for the game is 161.5. Combining both teams’ scoring averages, the total comes to 169.2 points per game. Both teams play at a fast pace, with Saint Louis having 71.2 possessions per game and Duquesne 69.0. Considering these factors, the over 161.5 is a reasonable pick.