Basketball betting fans will hope to hit paydirt on Saturday when the James Madison Dukes try to run the Northeastern Huskies off the court at JMU Center in college hoops action.
Sportsbook Odds & Computer Pick
Betting fans looking to side with the James Madison Dukes to cover the point spread in this one found them as 2-point underdogs earlier in the day. Watch for line moves and updates at Sportsbook before gametime.
Northeastern Huskies vs James Madison Dukes Matchup
Team Betting Records & Power Rankings
The James Madison Dukes sit at 6-18 (7-13 ATS) on the college basketball season. By comparison, the Northeastern Huskies are currently 13-10 (9-9 ATS). Looking to bet on the total points scored? James Madison is 9-10-1 OU, and Northeastern is 10-8 OU.
The power rankings show a disparity between these teams, with the James Madison Dukes rated this week at No. 137 and the Northeastern Huskies sitting at No. 37.
Statistical Matchup
Rebounding is always a key handicapping betting consideration and Northeastern is ranked No. 239 in NCAA basketball at 33.26 per game. Contrast that with James Madison's No. 195 mark in the paint. When it comes to three-point shooting, James Madison is the No. 220-ranked team in the country at 6.17 per game, while Northeastern rates No. 56 at 8.65 per game.
Recent Outings Betting Recap
The Huskies were hammered by William & Mary on Thursday, losing by a 94-69 final at Kaplan Arena in college basketball betting action.
James Madison suffered a 67-61 loss against Elon on Thursday, getting 16 points from Paulius Satkus in a losing effort at Alumni Gym-NC.
Next Betting Matchups
Northeastern at College of Charleston, Thursday, February 9th
James Madison at UNC Wilmington, Thursday, February 9th