Bucknell vs Kentucky Prediction, Odds & Best Bets Today – NCAAB, Nov. 9

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  • Kentucky is a -29.5 point favorite vs Bucknell
  • Total (Over/Under): 152.5 points
  • Bucknell / Kentucky TV channel: ESPN+

The Bucknell Bison visit Rupp Arena at Central Bank Center to take on the Kentucky Wildcats on Nov. 9. Tip off is scheduled for 4:00pm EST in Lexington, KY.

Kentucky is the betting favorite in this game, with the spread sitting at -29.5 (-110).

The Bucknell vs. Kentucky Over/Under is 152.5 total points.

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Bucknell vs. Kentucky Odds, Spread, Over/Under

SpreadTotal (O/U)Moneyline
Bucknell+29.5 -110O 152.5 -110+3300
Kentucky -29.5 -110U 152.5 -110-10000

Bucknell vs Kentucky Prediction for Today:

The winning team model predicts Kentucky will win this college basketball game with 80.0% confidence, based on game simulations, player injuries, key player performances and recent matchups.

Bucknell vs Kentucky Spread Prediction:

Based on recent against-the-spread trends, the spread model predicts Kentucky will cover the spread with 66.0% confidence for today’s game.


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  • Bucknell has hit the Team Total Over in 15 of their last 20 away games (+9.30 Units / 40% ROI)
  • Bucknell have covered the Spread in 21 of their last 33 games (+8.95 Units / 25% ROI)
  • Bucknell has hit the 1H Moneyline in 17 of their last 33 games (+8.05 Units / 20% ROI)
  • Bucknell have covered the 1H Spread in 20 of their last 33 games (+7.55 Units / 20% ROI)
  • Bucknell has hit the Moneyline in 9 of their last 18 away games (+5.75 Units / 29% ROI)
  • Kentucky has hit the Game Total Over in 24 of their last 33 games (+14.05 Units / 39% ROI)
  • Kentucky has hit the Team Total Over in 23 of their last 33 games (+11.50 Units / 30% ROI)
  • Kentucky has hit the 1H Game Total Over in 20 of their last 33 games (+5.15 Units / 14% ROI)
  • Kentucky have covered the 1H Spread in 18 of their last 33 games (+1.90 Units / 5% ROI)
  • Kentucky have covered the Spread in 18 of their last 33 games (+1.50 Units / 4% ROI)

Bucknell Basketball Against the Spread Record (ATS)

Bucknell has a 2-0 record against the spread this college basketball season (+2 Units / 90.91% ROI).

  • 2-0 when betting on the Moneyline for +2.35 Units / 92.16% ROI
  • 1-1 when betting the Over for -0.1 Units / -4.55% ROI
  • 1-1 when betting the Under for -0.1 Units / -4.55% ROI

Kentucky Basketball Against the Spread Record (ATS)

Kentucky has a 1-0 record against the spread this college basketball season (+1 Units / 90.91% ROI).

  • 1-0 when betting on the Moneyline for +1 Units / 4% ROI
  • 1-0 when betting the Over for +1 Units / 90.91% ROI
  • 0-1 when betting the Under for -1.1 Units / -100% ROI

Bucknell Offensive Stats & Trends:

Bucknell averaged 65.6 points per game (2,099 points/32 games) last season — tied for 12th lowest among Division 1 Teams; League Avg: 73.6

Bucknell averaged 1.22 points per shot (2,099 points/1,715 shots) last season — tied for 3rd best among Patriot League Teams; League Avg: 1.18

Bucknell had an assist to turnover ratio of 1.0 (389 assists/ 376 TOs) last season — tied for 17th lowest among Division 1 Teams; League Avg: 1.2

Bucknell had an eFG% of 51% last season — 4th best among Patriot League Teams; League Avg: 49%

Kentucky Offensive Stats & Trends:

Kentucky averaged 89.1 points per game (2,673 points/30 games) last season — tied for best among Division 1 Teams; League Avg: 73.6

Kentucky shot 41% from three (299/739) last season — 2nd best among Power Conference teams; League Avg: 35%

Kentucky shot 41% from three (299/739) last season — 2nd best among Division 1 Teams; League Avg: 34%

Kentucky had an eFG% of 57% last season — 2nd best among Power Conference teams; League Avg: 52%

Bucknell Defensive Stats & Trends:

Bucknell allowed opponents to shoot 43% (765/1,775) last season — 5th highest among Patriot League Teams ; League Avg: 44%

Bucknell allowed opponents to shoot 33% from three (246/752) last season — tied for 3rd best among Patriot League Teams ; League Avg: 34%

Bucknell allowed an average of 1.23 points per shot (2,176 points/1,775 shots) last season — tied for 5th highest among Patriot League Teams ; League Avg: 1.22

Kentucky Defensive Stats & Trends:

Kentucky allowed 79.6 points per game (2,389 points/30 games) last season — tied for 12th highest among Division 1 Teams; League Avg: 72.0

Kentucky averaged 28.2 defensive rebounds per game (847 rebounds/30 games) last season — tied for 12th best among Division 1 Teams; League Avg: 24.5

Kentucky allowed 9.0 made three-pointers per game last season — tied for 14th highest among Division 1 Teams; League Avg: 7.3

Kentucky allowed opponents to shoot 34% from three (271/804) last season — 5th highest among SEC Teams; League Avg: 33%


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