Connecticut (10-3) vs. DePaul (9-4)
January 1, 2025 2:00 pm EDT
The Line: DePaul +11.5; Over/Under: +147
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The UConn Huskies and DePaul Blue Demons meet Wednesday in college basketball action at the Wintrust Arena. Here’s a DePaul vs UConn Prediction. This article will include a DePaul vs UConn Pick.
UConn Huskies Betting Preview
The UConn Huskies beat Butler and Xavier, and they play Providence, Villanova, and Georgetown next. The UConn Huskies are averaging 83.9 points on 49.4 percent shooting and allowing 67.5 points on 41.7 percent shooting. Alex Karaban is averaging 16.5 points and 5.1 rebounds, while Liam McNeeley is averaging 13.9 points and 2.6 assists. Solo Ball is the third double-digit scorer and Tarris Reed Jr. is grabbing 8.2 rebounds. The UConn Huskies are shooting 36 percent from beyond the arc and 78.8 percent from the free throw line. The UConn Huskies are allowing 38.8 percent shooting from deep and are grabbing 33.8 rebounds per game.
DePaul Blue Demons Betting Preview
The DePaul Blue Demons lost to Northwestern, beat Loyola Maryland, and they play Villanova, Seton Hall, and Xavier next. The DePaul Blue Demons are averaging 80.2 points on 46.2 percent shooting and allowing 69.7 points on 43 percent shooting. Jacob Meyer is averaging 14.5 points and 4 rebounds, while Isaiah Rivera is averaging 11.4 points and 3.6 rebounds. David Skogman is dishing 1.6 assists and CJ Gunn is grabbing 2.4 rebounds. The DePaul Blue Demons are shooting 38.9 percent from beyond the arc and 69.7 percent from the free throw line. The DePaul Blue Demons are allowing 30.6 percent shooting from deep and are grabbing 35.6 rebounds per game.
DePaul vs UConn Injury Report
David Skogman is questionable for DePaul due to a leg injury. Skogman missed DePaul’s last game, and it would be key if he could return, considering he’s the Blue Demon’s top rebounder.
UCONN will continue to be without Ahmad Nowell due to a shoulder injury.
Why the Connecticut Huskies will win
- DePaul has lost each of its last 24 games against the Big East Conference.
- Connecticut has won each of its last 11 day games against the Big East Conference.
- DePaul has lost the first half in 22 of its last 23 games against the Big East Conference.
Total Points Facts
- Each of DePaul’s last five day games has produced a total of 148+ points.
- Four of Connecticut’s last five day games against the Big East Conference have produced a total of 147+ points.
DePaul vs UConn Prediction
The DePaul Blue Demons have had issues when playing decent teams this season, and that includes a loss to Providence in the favorite role. It’s not going to be any easier for DePaul if Skogman can’t go, as UCONN has serious size down low, and he’s the top rebounder for the Blue Demons. DePaul is 1-4-1 ATS in its last 6 games. UCONN has a history of beating up on lesser teams and is 4-2 ATS in its last 6 games.
Check the injury report before betting, as the status of Skogman does play a factor. Still, UCONN should make light work of this Big East matchup. Give me the Huskies in a double-digit road victory.
