Knapp Center will host Bradley Braves vs Drake Bulldogs action on Saturday as both teams try to pay off for those betting on NCAA basketball odds action.
Sportsbook Odds & Computer Pick
On the Sportsbook NCAA basketball betting line for this matchup, Drake sat as -11-point favorites over at Sportsbook. Also, check out the current over/under betting total for points scored, which often goes up first at online sportsbook Sportsbook
Bradley Braves vs Drake Bulldogs Matchup
Team Betting Records & Power Rankings
The Drake Bulldogs sit at 5-16 (6-12 ATS) on the college basketball season. By comparison, the Bradley Braves are currently 3-19 (7-13 ATS). Looking to bet on the total points scored? Drake is 10-8 OU, and Bradley is 6-14 OU.
The Bulldogs - Braves odds would favor the Bulldogs if the lines were set according to our power ranks. Drake is rated No. 262 in the current Odds Shark poll, while Bradley is at No. 323.
Statistical Matchup
Rating these schools in several key categories is important for handicappers and Drake has the nation's No. 207-rated offensive output, at 69.1 PPG. The visiting Bradley Braves defense ranks No. 121 allowing on average 69.77 PPG. The Bulldogs FG% has averaged 46.23% so far, more than the Drake Braves marksmen have achieved on the year, 36.15% per game.
Recent Outings Betting Recap
Ronnie Suggs scored 15 points in a futile effort to lead the Braves to a win (they lost 68-50 to Northern Iowa at Carver Arena on Wednesday).
The Bulldogs endured a 76-64 loss at the hands of the Redbirds on Tuesday, despite a 19-point effort from Reed Timmer at Redbird Arena.
Next Betting Matchups
Bradley at Missouri State, Tuesday, February 2nd
Drake at Indiana State, Tuesday, February 2nd