DePaul vs Loyola-Maryland Prediction 12-28-24 College Basketball Picks
Loyola-Maryland (5-5) vs. DePaul (8-4)
December 28, 2024 2:00 pm EDT
The Line: DePaul -16.5; Over/Under: +144.5
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In this article, we will formulate a DePaul vs Loyola-Maryland Prediction for this college basketball game on Saturday, December 28th, at Wintrust Arena.
DePaul is Struggling
After a strong start to the season, DePaul is having some issues as of late. Two games ago against St John’s they were defeated 89-61 and in the last game against Northwestern, they were defeated 84-64. Acob Myer had a strong game putting up 18 points and three rebounds. DePaul on the season is averaging 79.8 points while their defense is giving up 70.1 points per game. The offense is ranked 85th in the league while the defense is ranked 155th. Guard Jacob Meyer has been the top player so far this season, averaging 14.7 points while shooting 46.3 percent from the field and 45.1 percent from behind the three-point line.
Loyola Fell Short Again
Loyola in the last game faced off against Hampton and they scored only 68 points while the defense gave up 76 points. Milos Ilic was the top player for Loyola putting up 22 points, eight rebounds, and two assists. Two games ago against Mount St Mary’s they were able to secure the 77-69 victory. Jordan Stiemke had a strong game putting up 22 points, five rebounds, and two assists. Loyola, on the season, is averaging 70.7 points while their defense is giving up 68.7 points per game. The offense is ranked 228th in the league while the defense is ranked 115th. Milos Ilic is averaging 14.8 points while shooting 55.1 percent from the field.
Why Loyola Will Beat DePaul
- DePaul has lost four of its last five games against non-AP-ranked opponents.
- The road team has won three of Loyola (MD)’s last four games.
DePaul vs Loyola-Maryland Prediction
DePaul has lost all kinds of confidence, and it’s not going ot be easy for them to bounce back easily in this game. DePaul’s defense is giving up 70.1 points per game and they are going to really struggle in this game. Loyola is averaging 70.7 points per game and their offense is going to have no issue running up the score here. DePaul will have no answer and Loyola will end up covering the spread. This is one of my favorite plays on the board.
