
Drexel vs Hofstra Prediction 1/20/25 College Basketball Picks Today
Hofstra (10-8) vs. Drexel (10-8)
January 20, 2025 3:00 pm EDT
The Line: Drexel -2.5; Over/Under: 122.5
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In this article, we will formulate a Drexel vs Hofstra Prediction for this college basketball game on Monday, January 20th, at the Daskalaskis Athletic Center. Let’s take a look at a Drexel Dragons vs Hofstra Pride Pick.
Hofstra Looks to Bounce Back
Hofstra faced off against Towson in the last game and they scored 60 points but it wasn’t enough as the defense gave up 65 points. Hofstra was up 41-32 at halftime, but in the second half they struggled scoring only 19 points and that led to the defeat. Jean Aranguren put up 14 points, 14 rebounds, and one assist. Two games ago against UNC Wilmington, Hofstra waas able to secure the 66-63 victory.
Hofstra on the season is averaging 67 points while their defense is giving up 64.4 points per game. The offense is ranked 330th in the league while the defense is ranked 26th. They are grabbing 34.5 total rebounds per game which is 887th in the league. They are shooting 35.3 percent from behind the three point line which is 107th. Jean Aranguren is averaging 14.6 points while shooting 40 percent from the field.
Why Hofstra Will Beat Drexel
- Hofstra has won 13 of its last 15 games against Drexel.
- Drexel has lost each of its last four games at John A. Daskalakis Athletic Center.
- Drexel has lost the first half in three of its last four games at John A. Daskalakis Athletic Center against non-AP-ranked opponents.
Drexel is Struggling
Drexel is struggling heading into this game and they have lost two games in a row. Two games ago against Towson they lost 93-82 and in the last game against Elon they ended up losing 65-54. In the second half they scored only 23 points and that was the difference as they ended up losing. Kobe MaGee put up 17 points, six rebounds, and two assists. There were two different players that put up at least 11 points.
Drexel comes into this game with a 10-8 record and they have gone 11-6 against the spread. The over has hit in 7 of the 17 games so far this season. Drexel is averaging 70.4 points while their defnese is giving up 66.1 points per game. The offense is ranked 277th in the league while the defense is ranked 45th in the league. They are averaging 13.61 assists per game.
Why Drexel Will Beat Hofstra
- Drexel has won 12 of its last 13 day games against Conference opponents at John A. Daskalakis Athletic Center.
- Hofstra has lost the first half in three of its last four day games.
Drexel vs Hofstra Prediction
I really expect both offenses are going to really struggle here, and that is going to be the difference as this game is going to be lower scoring. Drexel’s defense is giving up 66.1 points per game and they are going to step up against Hofstra. Hofstra’s defense is ranked 26th in the league giving up 64.4 points per game and that is going to be the difference here. Back the under to cash here with ease.