The UCF Knights (4-0) travel to face off against the Wisconsin Badgers (5-0) on Friday, November 22nd. This game will be played at The Greenbrier in White Sulphur Springs and televised on CBSS. Both team’s come into this one having won their previous games. Tip-off is set for 5:00 ET.
UCF Knights vs Wisconsin Badgers
The Knights Are Coming Off A Win
UCF Knights Recent Game/Games
UCF improved to 3-0 on the season with an 80-69 win over Tennessee Tech on Tuesday, November 19th. The Knights were -24 point favorites heading into the game, but they didn’t cover the spread. The total points for the game were 149, which went over the pre-game O/U line of 144.
UCF took control early, leading 47-32 at halftime. However, they allowed Tennessee Tech to outscore them 37-33 in the second half, making the final score closer than expected.
The Badgers Are Coming Off A Win
Wisconsin improved to 3-0 with an 87-84 win over Texas-Rio Grande Valley on Monday. The Badgers were -22 point favorites, but the Vaqueros kept the game much closer than expected.
Trailing 52-48 at halftime, Wisconsin tightened up defensively in the 2nd half, holding UTRGV to 32 points while scoring 39 of their own. The game’s total points of 171 surpassed the over/under line of 153.5.
Knights Offense Breakdown
UCF put up 80 points in their last game, shooting 42.9% from the field and 39.1% from three-point range, hitting 9 of 23 attempts. Their effective field goal percentage was 48.6%, and they connected on 73.3% of their free throws, going 11 for 15 from the line.
The Knights dominated the offensive glass with 22 rebounds and dished out 18 assists. Keyshawn Hall led the way with 20 points, 8 rebounds, and 5 assists, while Kyle Layton added 16 points, hitting 4 of 5 threes. Dallan Coleman also contributed 14 points, shooting 66.7% from the field.
Badgers Offense Breakdown
Wisconsin’s offense put up 87 points in their last game, shooting 49.1% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 56.6%. They hit 40% from beyond the arc, going 8-for-20, and excelled at the free-throw line, making 27 of 32 attempts for 84.4%.
John Blackwell led the way with 30 points, shooting 61.1% overall and grabbing 7 rebounds. Hasan Abdul Hakim and John Tonje each added 19 points, with Tonje hitting 3 of 5 from deep. Trey Miller contributed 12 points and 6 assists, while Max Klesmit struggled, shooting just 27.3% from the field.
Knights Team Defense
UCF’s defense gave up 69 points in their last game, with their opponent shooting 42% from the field on 30 of 70 attempts. They allowed 21 two-point field goals on 47 attempts, a 44% shooting rate.
From beyond the arc, UCF’s opponent hit 9 of 23 threes, shooting 39%. They also made 11 of 15 free throws, good for 73%. UCF allowed 22 offensive rebounds.
Badgers Team Defense
UCF’s defense gave up 69 points in their last game, with the opposing team shooting 42% from the field, hitting 30 of their 70 attempts. From inside the arc, UCF allowed 21 made baskets on 47 attempts, a 44% shooting rate.
From three-point range, the opposition connected on 9 of 23 shots, good for 39%. UCF also sent them to the free-throw line 15 times, where they converted 11, shooting 73%. On the boards, UCF allowed 22 offensive rebounds.
Knights vs Badgers Trends
- When looking at their past five road matchups, UCF has an ATS record of 3-2 while averaging 76 per game. The team went 2-3 overall in these games.
- When looking at their past three matchups at home, Wisconsin has an ATS record of 2-1 while averaging 77 per game. The team went 2-1 overall in these games.
- In their last three games as the betting underdog, the Knights have a strong straight up record of 2-1. In addition, their ATS record was 2-1 in these scenarios.
- In their last five games as the betting favorite, the Badgers have a straight up record of 4-1, while going 2-3 against the spread.
Knights vs Badgers Prediction
For a point-spread bet in this Badgers vs. Badgers matchup, we’re leaning towards the Badgers at -5.5. Although our projections show the Badgers winning 75-71, we suggest placing your bet on the Knights for the point-spread.
As for the total, the line is currently sitting at 148.5 and our model has the Knights and Badgers finishing with a combined 146 points. Our pick is to take the under.
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Last updated:November 22, 2024 UCF Knights, Wisconsin Badgers