In this article, we will formulate a Gonzaga vs UMass Lowell prediction for this College Basketball game on Friday, November 15th at the McCartney Athletic Center in Spokane, Washington. Let’s take a look at the prediction for this College Basketball matchup.
Gonzaga Bulldogs Betting Preview
The Gonzaga Bulldogs are 2-0 this year after they defeated Arizona State by a score of 88-80 in their last game. Gonzaga was tied at 38 at the half, but they scored 50 points to pull away in the second half for the win. The Bulldogs shot 50% from the field, 33.3% on three-pointers, and 81.8% on free throws in the game. Braden Huff led Gonzaga with 21 points and four rebounds in the game.
Prior to that win, the Bulldogs beat Baylor by a score of 101-63 in their season opener. Gonzaga has scored 94.5 points per game and they have allowed 71.5 points per game, while also averaging 41.5 rebounds and 23.5 assists per game this season. Braden Huff is averaging 17.5 points, 2.5 rebounds, and 2.0 assists per game, while Gonzaga is shooting 53.8% from the field, 74.3% on free throws, and 38.2% on three-pointers this year.
UMass Lowell River Hawks Betting Preview
The UMass Lowell River Hawks are 2-0 this season after they defeated St. Peter’s by a score of 81-74 in their last game. UMass Lowell led 37-28 at halftime and they were able to get the win, despite allowing 46 points in the second half. The River Hawks shot 44.4% from the field, 37.5% on three-pointers, and 84.4% on free throws in the game. Quinton Mincey led UMass Lowell with 27 points and one rebound in the win.
Prior to that game, the River Hawks defeated Rivier by a score of 115-59 in their season opener. UMass Lowell has scored 98 points per game and they have allowed 66.5 points per game, while also averaging 44 rebounds and 18 assists per game this season. Quinton Mincey is averaging 23.5 points, 4.0 rebounds, and 2.0 assists per game, while UMass-Lowell is shooting 52.9% from the field, 82.5% on free throws, and 45.7% on three-pointers this year.
Why Gonzaga will cover
- The home team has won each of UMass Lowell’s last 10 games.
- UMass Lowell has lost four of its last five road games.
- Gonzaga has won the first half in 38 of its last 39 night games against non-conference opponents at McCarthey Athletic Center.
Total Points Facts
- Each of UMass Lowell’s last 13 road night games against non-conference opponents has produced a total of 165 or fewer points.
- Each of Gonzaga’s last 17 Friday games against non-conference opponents has produced a total of 165 or fewer points.
Gonzaga vs UMass Lowell Prediction
Both of these teams come into this matchup with a 2-0 record to start the season, but Gonzaga will be at home and they are a huge favorite to get the win. The Bulldogs already have wins over Baylor and Arizona State, and they are scoring 94.5 points per game. UMass Lowell is averaging 98 points per game and they are shooting 52.9% from the field, but their competition has not been very good. I don’t love laying this big number with Gonzaga, but I think it is the only way to go in this matchup.