Vermont (1-0) vs. Auburn (0-0)
November 6, 2024 8:00 pm EDT
The Line: Auburn -15.5; Over/Under: +142.5
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In this article, we will formulate an Auburn vs Vermont prediction for this College Basketball game on Wednesday, November 6th at Neville Arena in Auburn, Alabama. Let’s take a look at the prediction for this College Basketball matchup.
Auburn Tigers Betting Preview
The Auburn Tigers went 27-8 last year and they finished 13-5 in the SEC, which was second in the conference. The Tigers scored 83.1 points per game and they allowed 68.3 points against per game last year. Auburn lost their first game of the season last year by a score of 88-82 against Baylor, but they bounced back by winning the next five games. The Tigers played very well in conference play for most of the season, but they were just 8-5 in their last 13 regular season games. Auburn did win the SEC Tournament, but they lost in the first round of the NCAA Tournament against Yale.
Auburn does return three of their top four leading scorers from last year’s 27-win team, so they should be primed for another very solid season. The Tigers did get two very talented players in the transfer portal, which will only make them a better-scoring team.
Vermont Catamounts Betting Preview
The Vermont Catamounts are 1-0 this season after they defeated UAB by a score of 67-62 in their last game. Vermont led 38-24 at the half, but they only scored 29 points in the second half and had to hang on for the win. The Catamounts shot 37.9% from the field, 37% on three-pointers, and 81.3% on free throws in the game. TJ Hurley led Vermont with 20 points and two assists, while Shamir Bogues added 13 points and two rebounds in the win.
Why Auburn will beat Vermont
- Auburn has won each of its last 54 games against non-conference opponents at Neville Arena.
- Auburn has won the first half in each of its last 15 night games at Neville Arena.
Total Points Facts
- Each of Auburn’s last seven games against non-conference opponents has produced a total of 144+ points.
- Eight of Vermont’s last nine night games have produced a total of 140 or fewer points.
Auburn vs Vermont Prediction
Vermont comes into this matchup after picking up a nice win against UAB in their first game of the season, but they are facing a very tough test here. Auburn brings back a lot of production from last year and they added a few very good transfers, so they should be slightly better this season. I like backing teams early in the season that bring back scoring production and I think this Auburn team is going to be very good. Take the Tigers at home.
