James Madison Dukes vs Northeastern Huskies Betting Line and Trends Report

College hoops betting interest focuses on the James Madison Dukes vs Northeastern Huskies battle Thursday at Matthews Arena as the Huskies look to defend home court and cover the NCAA basketball point spread.

Sportsbook Odds & Computer Pick

The James Madison Dukes opened as 4-point underdogs in this one at most sportsbooks tracked at Odds Shark, including Sportsbook. The total was set to open a bit later (check out Sportsbook for the latest situation).

James Madison Dukes vs Northeastern Huskies Matchup

Team Betting Records & Power Rankings

The Northeastern Huskies bring a 11-6 record (8-6 ATS) to this tilt against the 12-5 Dukes, who are 6-8 ATS. Those OVER/UNDER betting have witnessed Northeastern go 6-8 so far and the James Madison Dukes go 5-9.

The power rankings show a disparity between these teams, with the Northeastern Huskies rated this week at No. 75 and the James Madison Dukes sitting at No. 70.

Statistical Matchup

Rating these schools in several key categories is important for handicappers and Northeastern has the nation's No. 131-rated offensive output, at 74.71 PPG. The visiting James Madison Dukes defense ranks No. 99 allowing on average 68.12 PPG. The Huskies FG% has averaged 44.23% so far, less than the Northeastern Dukes marksmen have achieved on the year, 45.15% per game.