Montana (1-0) vs. Oregon (1-0)
November 8, 2024 10:00 pm EDT
The Line: Oregon -16.5; Over/Under: +150
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In this article we will formulate an Oregon vs Montana prediction for this College Basketball game on Friday, November 8th at Matthew Knight Arena in Eugene, Oregon. Let’s take a look at the prediction for this College Basketball matchup.
Oregon Ducks Betting Preview
The Oregon Ducks are 1-0 this year after they defeated UC Riverside by a score of 91-76 in their first game. Oregon led 51-36 at the half, but they did tie UC Riverside 40-40 in the second half. The Ducks shot 50% from the field, 31.6% on three pointers, and 76% on free throws in the game. Oregon made 6 three pointers and 19 free throws, recorded 16 assists, and won the rebounding battle by 16 in the game. Kwame Evans Jr. led Oregon with 23 points and six rebounds, while Brandon Angel added 17 points and five rebounds.
Montana Grizzlies Betting Preview
The Montana Grizzlies are 1-0 this season after they defeated Hawaii-Hilo by a score of 92-61 in their first game. Montana led 49-30 at the half and they scored another 43 points in the second half for the win. The Grizzlies shot 56.7% from the field, 18.2% on three pointers, and 52.2% on free throws. Montana made 4 three pointers and 12 free throws, recorded 15 assists, and won the rebounding battle by eight, while also forcing 16 turnovers in the win. Kai Johnson led Montana with 27 points and three assists, while Joe Pridgen added 14 points and eight rebounds in the game.
Why Oregon will cover
- Oregon has won 12 of its last 13 night games against non-Conference opponents at Matthew Knight Arena.
- Oregon has won the first half in 14 of its last 15 games against the Big Sky Conference.
Why Montana will cover
- Montana has won nine of its last 10 games against non-Conference opponents.
- Montana has won the first half in each of its last 10 night games against non-AP-ranked opponents.
Total Points Facts
- Each of Oregon’s last seven games against the Big Sky Conference Conference have produced a total of 141 or fewer points.
- Thirty of Montana’s last 40 night games against non-Conference opponents have produced a total of 147 or fewer points.
Oregon vs Montana Prediction
Both of these teams were able to pick up double-digit victories to open the season, but Montana did not play a D-1 team. The Grizzlies were very impressive in their opener, but that game really doesn’t tell us anything because of the competition. Oregon failed to cover against UC Riverside and really was not impressive in the second half. The Ducks allowed 12 three pointers in the game and allowed the Highlanders to shoot 44.6% from the field. Oregon will have to clean things up defensively in this game, but they should have the rebounding advantage once again. I think this is going to be a pretty good game and I like Montana with the points on the road.
