- Boston University (6-9) is a -4.5 point favorite vs Bucknell (8-9)
- Total (Over/Under): 134.5 points
- Bucknell / Boston University TV channel: ESPN+
The Bucknell Bison (8-9) visit Case Gym to take on the Boston University Terriers (6-9) on Jan. 17. Tip off is scheduled for 7:00pm EST in Boston, MA.
Boston University is the betting favorite in this game, with the spread sitting at -4.5 (-110).
The Bucknell vs. Boston University Over/Under is 134.5 total points.
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Bucknell vs. Boston University Odds, Spread, Over/Under
| Spread | Total (O/U) | Moneyline | |
| Bucknell | +4.5 -110 | O 134.5 -110 | +155 |
| Boston University | -4.5 -110 | U 134.5 -110 | -190 |
Bucknell vs Boston University Prediction for Today:
The winning team model predicts Boston University will win this college basketball game with 66.1% confidence, based on game simulations, player injuries, key player performances and recent matchups.
Bucknell vs Boston University Spread Prediction:
Based on recent against-the-spread trends, the spread model predicts Bucknell will cover the spread with 53.5% confidence for today’s game.
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Bucknell Basketball Best Bets Today:
- Bucknell have covered the 1H Spread in 18 of their last 30 games (+5.40 Units / 16% ROI)
- Bucknell has hit the 1H Moneyline in 6 of their last 16 away games (+1.40 Units / 9% ROI)
- Bucknell have covered the Spread in 9 of their last 16 away games (+1.30 Units / 7% ROI)
- Bucknell has hit the 1H Game Total Over in 9 of their last 16 away games (+0.90 Units / 5% ROI)
- Bucknell has hit the Moneyline in 4 of their last 14 away games (+0.85 Units / 6% ROI)
Boston University Basketball Best Bets Today:
- Boston University has hit the 1H Game Total Under in 18 of their last 29 games (+6.65 Units / 20% ROI)
- Boston University has hit the Game Total Under in 16 of their last 29 games (+1.70 Units / 5% ROI)
- Boston University has hit the Team Total Under in 16 of their last 29 games (+1.15 Units / 3% ROI)
Bucknell Basketball Against the Spread Record (ATS)
Bucknell has a 8-9 record against the spread this college basketball season (-1.9 Units / -100% ROI).
- 4-9 when betting on the Moneyline for -0.75 Units / -100% ROI
- 9-8 when betting the Over for +0.2 Units / 86.96% ROI
- 8-9 when betting the Under for -1.9 Units / -100% ROI
Boston University Basketball Against the Spread Record (ATS)
Boston University has a 6-10 record against the spread this college basketball season (-5 Units / -100% ROI).
- 6-9 when betting on the Moneyline for -0.85 Units / -100% ROI
- 6-10 when betting the Over for -5 Units / 86.96% ROI
- 10-6 when betting the Under for +3.4 Units / -100% ROI
Bucknell Offensive Stats & Trends:
Bucknell is shooting 76% from the free throw line (200/265) this season — best among Patriot League Teams; League Avg: 67%
Bucknell has made 7.8 three-pointers per game this season — tied for 4th lowest among Patriot League Teams; League Avg: 7.7
Bucknell is shooting 35% from three (368/1,052) since the start of the 2022-23 season — tied for 4th lowest among Patriot League Teams; League Avg: 35%
Bucknell has an eFG% of 50% this season — 3rd best among Patriot League Teams; League Avg: 49%
Boston University Offensive Stats & Trends:
Boston University has made 7.8 three-pointers per game this season — tied for 4th lowest among Patriot League Teams; League Avg: 7.7
Boston University has averaged 8.5 offensive rebounds per game (144 rebounds/17 games) this season — 5th lowest among Patriot League Teams; League Avg: 8.5
Boston University has a 30% free throw rate (290 free throw attempts/967 field goal attempts) this season — 2nd highest among Patriot League Teams; League Avg: 27%
Boston University has 438 offensive rebounds since the start of the 2022-23 season — most among Patriot League Teams
Bucknell Defensive Stats & Trends:
Bucknell has averaged 23.6 defensive rebounds per game (1,155 rebounds/49 games) since the start of the 2022-23 season — 5th lowest among Patriot League Teams; League Avg: 23.7
Bucknell has allowed opponents to shoot 36% from three (382/1,064) since the start of the 2022-23 season — tied for 22nd highest among Division 1 Teams; League Avg: 34%
Bucknell has allowed opponents to shoot 36% from three (145/398) this season — tied for 18th highest among Division 1 Teams; League Avg: 33%
Boston University Defensive Stats & Trends:
Boston University has averaged 24.4 defensive rebounds per game (1,196 rebounds/49 games) since the start of the 2022-23 season — 3rd best among Patriot League Teams; League Avg: 23.7
Boston University has 323 steals since the start of the 2022-23 season — 5th fewest among Patriot League Teams
Boston University has averaged 25.2 defensive rebounds per game (428 rebounds/17 games) this season — 3rd best among Patriot League Teams; League Avg: 23.7
Boston University has averaged 6.9 steals per game (118 steals/17 games) this season — 4th best among Patriot League Teams; League Avg: 6.6
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