Troy (2-0) vs. Arkansas (1-1)
November 13, 2024 8:00 pm EDT
The Line: Arkansas -12.5; Over/Under: +150.5
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In this article, we will formulate an Arkansas vs Troy prediction for this College Basketball game on Wednesday, November 13th at Bud Walton Arena in Fayetteville, Arkansas. Let’s take a look at the prediction for this College Basketball matchup.
Arkansas Razorbacks Betting Preview
The Arkansas Razorbacks are 1-1 this year after they lost to Baylor by a score of 72-67 in their last game. Arkansas trailed 42-33 at halftime but did win the second half by a margin of four. The Razorbacks shot 41.4% from the field, 25% on three-pointers, and 82.4% on free throws in the game. Adou Thiero led Arkansas with 24 points and six rebounds in the loss.
Prior to that game, the Razorbacks defeated Lipscomb by a score of 76-60 in their season opener. Arkansas has scored 71.5 points per game and they have allowed 66 points per game, while also averaging 36 rebounds and 11.5 assists per game this season. Boogie Fland is averaging 17.0 points, 4.0 rebounds, and 5.0 assists, while Arkansas is shooting 47.9% from the field, 75% on free throws, and 23.1% on three-pointers this year.
Troy Trojans Betting Preview
The Troy Trojans are 2-0 this season after they defeated New Orleans by a score of 78-61 in their last game. Troy led 43-20 at halftime, but they did allow 41 points in the second half in the win. The Trojans shot 42.9% from the field, 30.4% on three-pointers, and 73.9% on free throws in the game. Jackson Fields led Troy with 15 points and 10 rebounds in the blowout win.
Prior to that game, the Trojans defeated Toledo by a score of 84-74 in their first game of the season. Troy has scored 81 points per game and they have allowed 67.5 points per game, while also averaging 45.5 rebounds and 17 assists per game this season. Jackson Fields is averaging 12.5 points, 7.0 rebounds, and 1.0 assists per game, while Troy is shooting 47.7% from the field, 66.7% on free throws, and 30.4% on three-pointers this year.
Why Arkansas will cover
- Troy has lost each of its last 12 games against the Southeastern Conference.
- Arkansas has won 43 of its last 44 games against non-conference opponents at Bud Walton Arena.
- Arkansas has won the first half in each of its last 14 Wednesday night games against non-conference opponents.
Arkansas vs Troy Prediction
Troy comes into this matchup looking for their third win in a row to start the season, but their level of competition will go up considerably here. The Trojans have beaten Toledo and New Orleans, but Arkansas is ranked #18 in the country. The Razorbacks lost a close game with Baylor last time out, so I think they are going to come out very focused in this matchup. Give me Arkansas to cover at home.
