Connecticut vs Providence Free Pick and Prediction ā March 9
š² High stakes in NCAA: #2 UConn faces Providence. Who will cover the spread? š
Game matchup:
March 9, 8:00 PM EST
Spread and Odds
| Team | Spread | Over/Under (Odds) |
|---|---|---|
| Connecticut | -8.5 (-110) | 139.5 (over -110) |
| Providence | +8.5 (-110) | 139.5 (under -110) |
Overall Betting Records
| Team | Overall record | ATS record | Over/Under Record |
|---|---|---|---|
| Connecticut | 27-3-0 | 19-11-0 | 15-14-1 |
| Providence | 19-11-0 | 17-12-1 | 13-16-1 |
Key Matchup Statistics
| Statistic | Connecticut | Providence |
|---|---|---|
| Points Per Game | 81.4 (22nd) | 73.2 (155th) |
| Opponents Points Per Game | 64.1 (11th) | 68.8 (77th) |
| Offensive Efficiency | 1.196 (1st) | 1.027 (189th) |
| Defensive Efficiency | 0.943 (18th) | 0.964 (36th) |
| True Shooting Percentage | 119.7 (10th) | 110.7 (111th) |
Statistical Analysis
Connecticut's offense, leading in efficiency, goes up against Providence's decent defensive effort. Providence has an uphill battle, needing to significantly up their game on offense to penetrate Connecticut's stout defense.
Matchup analysis shows Connecticut's dominance in both scoring and defending, presenting a challenging scenario for Providence.
Betting Trends section:
Connecticut shows exceptional offensive prowess, supported by their top-ranking true shooting percentage. Providence, while not as dominant, presents a decent challenge with their defensive efficiency that could possibly slow down Connecticut's scoring machine.
Betting advice:
Looking at the stats, Connecticut's offensive firepower and defensive solidity make them favorites to cover the spread. However, don't overlook Providence's capability to surprise, especially with a significant spread.
Game prediction:
š® Pick: Connecticut to cover -8.5. Expect a competitive game, but Connecticut's efficiency on both ends of the floor will be the difference-maker.
Summary section
- š„ Connecticut's offensive efficiency is unmatched.
- š” Providence's defense will be put to the test.
- š Connecticut likely to cover the spread in a hard-fought battle.
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