Clemson vs Syracuse Prediction, Odds & Best Bets Today – NCAAB, Dec. 31

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  • Syracuse is a -1.5 point favorite vs Clemson
  • Total (Over/Under): 142.5 points
  • Clemson / Syracuse TV channel: ESPN2

The Clemson Tigers visit JMA Wireless Dome to take on the Syracuse Orange on Dec. 31. Tip off is scheduled for 2:00pm EST in Syracuse, NY.

Syracuse is the betting favorite in this game, with the spread sitting at -1.5 (-105).

The Clemson vs. Syracuse Over/Under is 142.5 total points.

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Clemson vs. Syracuse Odds, Spread, Over/Under

SpreadTotal (O/U)Moneyline
Clemson+1.5 -115O 142.5 -110-102
Syracuse -1.5 -105U 142.5 -110-118

Clemson vs Syracuse Prediction for Today:

The winning team model predicts Syracuse will win this college basketball game with 52.4% confidence, based on game simulations, player injuries, key player performances and recent matchups.

Clemson vs Syracuse Spread Prediction:

Based on recent against-the-spread trends, the spread model predicts Syracuse will cover the spread with 51.5% confidence for today’s game.


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  • Clemson has hit the Moneyline in 27 of their last 34 games (+11.50 Units / 0% ROI)
  • Clemson have covered the Spread in 10 of their last 14 away games (+5.60 Units / 36% ROI)
  • Clemson have covered the 1H Spread in 10 of their last 14 away games (+5.35 Units / 33% ROI)
  • Clemson has hit the 1H Moneyline in 10 of their last 14 away games (+5.05 Units / 19% ROI)
  • Clemson has hit the Team Total Over in 20 of their last 34 games (+3.70 Units / 9% ROI)
  • Syracuse has hit the 1H Moneyline in 20 of their last 34 games (+13.45 Units / 5% ROI)
  • Syracuse has hit the Moneyline in 13 of their last 19 games at home (+5.35 Units / 0% ROI)
  • Syracuse has hit the Game Total Under in 12 of their last 19 games at home (+4.30 Units / 21% ROI)
  • Syracuse has hit the 1H Game Total Under in 12 of their last 19 games at home (+4.20 Units / 20% ROI)
  • Syracuse have covered the 1H Spread in 20 of their last 34 games (+3.95 Units / 10% ROI)

Clemson Basketball Against the Spread Record (ATS)

Clemson has a 6-7 record against the spread this college basketball season (-1.7 Units / -11.89% ROI).

  • 10-3 when betting on the Moneyline for +6.85 Units / 0.3% ROI
  • 6-7 when betting the Over for -1.7 Units / -11.89% ROI
  • 7-6 when betting the Under for +0.4 Units / 2.8% ROI

Syracuse Basketball Against the Spread Record (ATS)

Syracuse has a 5-8 record against the spread this college basketball season (-3.85 Units / -26.83% ROI).

  • 8-5 when betting on the Moneyline for -5.75 Units / -0.49% ROI
  • 5-8 when betting the Over for -3.75 Units / -26.32% ROI
  • 8-5 when betting the Under for +2.5 Units / 17.42% ROI

Clemson Offensive Stats & Trends:

Syracuse averaged 9.0 steals per game (280 steals/31 games) last season — 4th best among Power Conference teams; League Avg: 6.6

Syracuse averaged 9.0 steals per game (280 steals/31 games) last season — tied for 13th best among Division 1 Teams; League Avg: 6.7

Syracuse allowed 76.0 points per game (2,355 points/31 games) last season — tied for 49th highest among Division 1 Teams; League Avg: 72.0

Syracuse has allowed 6.5 made three-pointers per game this season — tied for 41st best among Division 1 Teams; League Avg: 7.8

Syracuse Offensive Stats & Trends:

Syracuse is shooting 59% from the free throw line (186/315) this season — lowest among Division 1 Teams; League Avg: 72%

Syracuse is shooting 59% from the free throw line (186/315) this season — lowest among Power Conference teams; League Avg: 73%

Syracuse is shooting 59% from the free throw line (186/315) this season — lowest among ACC Teams; League Avg: 71%

Syracuse is shooting 65% from the free throw line (413/638) at home since the start of the 2024-25 season — lowest among ACC Teams; League Avg: 73%

Clemson Defensive Stats & Trends:

Syracuse averaged 9.0 steals per game (280 steals/31 games) last season — 4th best among Power Conference teams; League Avg: 6.6

Syracuse averaged 9.0 steals per game (280 steals/31 games) last season — tied for 13th best among Division 1 Teams; League Avg: 6.7

Syracuse allowed 76.0 points per game (2,355 points/31 games) last season — tied for 49th highest among Division 1 Teams; League Avg: 72.0

Syracuse has allowed 6.5 made three-pointers per game this season — tied for 41st best among Division 1 Teams; League Avg: 7.8

Syracuse Defensive Stats & Trends:

Syracuse is shooting 59% from the free throw line (186/315) this season — lowest among Division 1 Teams; League Avg: 72%

Syracuse is shooting 59% from the free throw line (186/315) this season — lowest among Power Conference teams; League Avg: 73%

Syracuse is shooting 59% from the free throw line (186/315) this season — lowest among ACC Teams; League Avg: 71%

Syracuse is shooting 65% from the free throw line (413/638) at home since the start of the 2024-25 season — lowest among ACC Teams; League Avg: 73%


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