The Drexel Dragons will try to cover the point spread at John A. Daskalakis Center on Thursday when they get a visit from the UNC Wilmington Seahawks in NCAA basketball betting action.
Sportsbook Odds & Computer Pick
The UNC Wilmington Seahawks opened as -10-point favorites 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).
UNC Wilmington Seahawks vs Drexel Dragons Matchup
Team Betting Records & Power Rankings
The UNC Wilmington Seahawks will look to cover the spread vs the Drexel Dragons on Thursday, as the Seahawks are 6-5 ATS versus the spread this season, while the Dragons are 4-7 ATS. UNC Wilmington is 5-6 against the total, while Drexel is 6-5 versus the total betting line.
This game puts the Drexel Dragons, most recently No. 194 in the Odds Shark power rankings, up against the UNC Wilmington Seahawks, who rate No. 39 in the latest survey.
Statistical Matchup
Scoring and defensive stats point to some betting edges in this matchup. The game features Drexel's No. 119-ranked scoring average of 75.8 PPG, against a UNC Wilmington Seahawks defense rated No. 194 and allowing 74.07 PPG. The Drexel Dragons FG% has averaged 43.14% to date this season, less than the UNC Wilmington Seahawks shooters have managed so far (48.68% per game).
Recent Outings Betting Recap
UNC Wilmington got 19 points from C.J. Bryce en route to a 79-63 victory over Elon on Monday at Trask Coliseum.
Drexel suffered a 75-70 loss against Northeastern on Monday, getting 20 points from Rodney Williams in a losing effort at John A. Daskalakis Center.
Next Betting Matchups
UNC Wilmington at Delaware, Saturday, January 7th
Drexel at William & Mary, Saturday, January 7th