Albany Great Danes (11-12) vs. Binghamton Bearcats (10-11)
February 8, 2024 6:07 pm EDT
The Line: Binghamton Bearcats -2.5; Over/Under: +155
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The Albany Great Danes and Binghamton Bearcats face off on Thursday in a college basketball showdown at the Bryce Jordan Center. Let’s look at the betting matchup and give a free Albany vs Binghamton prediction.
How Does the Albany Defense Bounce Back?
Albany faced off against UMBC in the last game and they were defeated. Albany scored 102 points which should have been enough to win the game, but it wasn’t as the defense gave up 114 points. In the second half the defense gave up 69 points. Albany on the season is averaging 78.9 points while their defense is giving up 79 points per game. The offense is ranked 68th but it’s clear the defense has some issues and they are going to need the defense to be a lot better here. Guard Sebastian Thomas is averaging 18.1 points while shooting 40.8 percent from the field.
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Binghamton Looks to Bounce Back
Binghamton in the last game faced off against Vermont, and it wasn’t a fun one for the Bearcats. Binghamton scored only 49 points and they ended up losing by 13 points. Armon Harried was the only real bright spot putting up 12 points and seven rebounds. Binghamton is averaging 71.4 points while their defense is giving up 72 points per game. The offense is ranked 255th in the league and they are going to need the offense to run up the score here. Tymu Chenery is averaging 14.4 points while shooting 51.4 percent from the field.
Binghamton Bearcats Team Facts
- Binghamton has lost four of its last five night games.
- Each of Binghamton’s last 25 night games against Conference opponents have produced a total of 153 or fewer points.
- Binghamton has won the first half in five of its last six night games at Dr. Bai Lee Court at Events Center.
UAlbany Great Danes Team Facts
- UAlbany has lost each of its last eight road night games against the America East Conference.
- Sixteen of UAlbany’s last 17 road night games against Conference opponents have produced a total of 155 or fewer points.
- UAlbany has lost the first half in each of its last seven night games against non-AP-ranked opponents.
Albany vs Binghamton Betting Prediction
Albany is going to find success here, even on the road. Binghamton in the last game only scored 49 points and I don’t really trust them here. Albany is averaging 78.9 points and they are going to have no issue running up the score here. Binghamton is going to really struggle to get the offense going and that won’t allow them to keep it close. Back Albany to get the job done and cover the spread.
