Pittsburgh (12-2) vs. Duke (12-2)
January 7, 2025 7:00 pm EDT
The Line: Duke -14.5; Over/Under: 143.5
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In this article, we will formulate a Duke vs Pittsburgh prediction for this College Basketball game on Tuesday, January 7th at Cameron Indoor Stadium in Durham, North Carolina. Let’s take a look at the prediction for this College Basketball matchup.
Duke Blue Devils Betting Preview
The Duke Blue Devils are 12-2 (4-0) this year after they defeated SMU by a score of 89-62 in their last game. Duke led 41-32 at halftime and added 48 points in the second half in the win. The Blue Devils shot 53.2% from the field, 40.7% on three-pointers, and 75% on free throws in the game. Cooper Flagg led Duke with 24 points and 11 rebounds, while Tyrese Proctor added 14 points and six rebounds in the win.
Prior to that game, the Blue Devils defeated Virginia Tech by a score of 88-65 and Georgia Tech by a score of 82-56. Duke has won eight games in a row, including wins over Auburn and Louisville. Duke has scored 80.3 points per game and they have allowed 59.2 points per game, while also averaging 39.8 rebounds and 16.8 assists per game this season. Cooper Flagg is averaging 17.4 points, 8.4 rebounds, and 3.6 assists per game, while Kon Knueppel is averaging 12.4 points, 3.4 rebounds, and 2.8 assists per game this year. Duke is shooting 47.4% from the field, 75.1% on free throws, and 35.9% on three-pointers this season.
Pittsburgh Panthers Betting Preview
The Pittsburgh Panthers are 12-2 (3-0) this season after they defeated Stanford by a score of 83-68 in their last game. Pittsburgh led 38-30 at halftime and added 45 points in the second half to pull away for the win. The Panthers shot 56.4% from the field, 36.8% on three-pointers, and 93.3% on free throws in the game. Ishmael Leggett led Pittsburgh with 21 points and six rebounds, while Jaland Lowe added 16 points and five assists in the game.
Prior to that victory, the Panthers defeated California by a score of 86-74 and Sam Houston by a score of 110-78. Pittsburgh has won five games in a row and their only two losses so far came against Wisconsin and Mississippi State. Pittsburgh has scored 84.1 points per game and they have allowed 68.4 points per game, while also averaging 36.6 rebounds and 14.8 assists per game this season. Ishmael Leggett is averaging 17.8 points, 6.1 rebounds, and 2.7 assists per game, while Jaland Lowe is averaging 17.4 points, 4.7 rebounds, and 6.1 assists per game this year. Pittsburgh is shooting 49.5% from the field, 77.7% on free throws, and 35.9% on three-pointers this season.
Why Duke will beat Pittsburgh
- Duke has won each of its last 13 games at Cameron Indoor Stadium against non-AP-ranked opponents.
- Pittsburgh has lost 17 of its last 18 games against Top 10 AP-ranked opponents.
- Duke has won the first half in each of its last 13 games at Cameron Indoor Stadium against non-AP-ranked opponents.
Why Pittsburgh will beat Duke
- Pittsburgh has won seven of its last eight games against the Atlantic Coast Conference.
- Pittsburgh has won the first half in 13 of its last 14 night games.
Total Points Facts
- Each of Pittsburgh’s last eight games against Top 5 AP-ranked opponents have produced a total of 143 or fewer points.
- Each of Duke’s last four night games against non-AP-ranked opponents have produced a total of 141 or fewer points.
Duke vs Pittsburgh Prediction
Both of these teams come into this matchup with 12-2 records and they are undefeated early in conference play, so this is a huge game in the ACC. Duke will have the home-court advantage and they have scored at least 88 points in two straight games. The Blue Devils have also been excellent on defense this season, as they have allowed 59.2 points per game. Pittsburgh has scored at least 83 points in four straight games and they are shooting 49.5% from the field. The Panthers’ best win is probably against Ohio State, so they haven’t played the type of schedule that Duke has gone up against. I do think Duke is the way better team in this matchup, but I also really like both offenses and I think we are going to see a high-scoring game. Take the over here.
