Duke (3-1) vs. Arizona (2-1)
November 22, 2024 10:30 pm EDT
The Line: Arizona -1.5; Over/Under: +159.5
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In this article, we will formulate an Arizona vs Duke prediction for this College Basketball game on Friday, November 22nd at the McKale Memorial Center in Tucson, Arizona. Let’s take a look at the prediction for this College Basketball matchup.
Arizona Wildcats Betting Preview
The Arizona Wildcats are 2-1 this year after they lost to Wisconsin by a score of 103-88 in their last game. Arizona trailed 55-44 at the half and they allowed another 48 points in the second half in the loss. The Wildcats shot 37.8% from the field, 17.4% on three-pointers, and 70% on free throws in the game. Jaden Bradley led Arizona with 22 points and six rebounds in the loss.
Prior to that game, the Wildcats defeated Old Dominion and Canisius to start the season. Arizona has scored 94.3 points per game and they have allowed 70.3 points per game, while also averaging 51.3 rebounds per game and 15.7 assists per game this season. Jaden Bradley is averaging 14.7 points, 3.7 rebounds, and 2.3 assists per game, while Arizona is shooting 45.6% from the field, 67.7% on free throws, and 27.4% on three-pointers this year.
Duke Blue Devils Betting Preview
The Duke Blue Devils are 3-1 this season after they defeated Wofford by a score of 86-35 in their last game. Duke led 51-14 at halftime and held Wofford to just 21 points in the second half for the easy win. The Blue Devils shot 48.4% from the field, 42.1% on three-pointers, and 90.9% on free throws in the game. Tyrese Proctor led Duke with 15 points and three rebounds in the win.
Prior to that game, the Blue Devils lost to Kentucky by a score of 77-72 but did beat Army and Maine to start the season. Duke has scored 88.5 points per game and they have allowed 58 points per game, while also averaging 44.3 rebounds and 18 assists per game this season. Cooper Flagg is averaging 16.3 points, 9.5 rebounds, and 4.0 assists per game, while Duke is shooting 47.9% from the field, 75.8% on free throws, and 37.2% on three-pointers this year.
Why Arizona will beat Duke
- Arizona has won each of its last 28 games against non-conference opponents at McKale Memorial Center.
- Duke has lost three of its last four games against AP-ranked opponents.
- Arizona has won the first half in each of its last 10 games against non-conference opponents at McKale Memorial Center.
Why Duke will beat Arizona
- Duke has won 29 of its last 30 Friday games against non-conference opponents.
- Arizona has lost each of its last three games against AP-ranked opponents.
- Duke has won the first half in each of its last 11 games against non-conference opponents.
Arizona vs Duke Prediction
Arizona comes into this huge matchup with the home-court advantage, but they are coming off of a loss against Wisconsin. The Wildcats allowed 103 points in that game and really struggled to stay within a couple of possessions. Duke lost to Kentucky by five points two games ago, but they bounced back with a blowout win over Wofford. Arizona is scoring over 94 points per game this year, but their defense is a big issue. I think we are going to see plenty of points in this game and I like the over here.
