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Pittsburgh (12-6) vs. Syracuse (9-10)
January 25, 2025 12:30 pm EDT
The Line: Syracuse +7.5; Over/Under: 149.5
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In this article we will formulate a Syracuse vs Pittsburgh prediction for this College Basketball game on Saturday, January 25th at the JMA Wireless Dome in Syracuse, New York. Let’s take a look at the prediction for this College Basketball matchup.

Syracuse Orange Betting Preview

The Syracuse Orange are 9-10 (3-5) this year after they lost to Clemson by a score of 86-72 in their last game. Syracuse trailed 48-29 at halftime, but they did score 43 points in the second half in the loss. The Orange shot 53.8% from the field, 52.4% on three pointers, and 83.3% on free throws in the game. JJ Starling led Syracuse with 25 points and one rebound, while Eddie Lampkin Jr. added 14 points and nine rebounds in the game. 


Prior to that loss, the Orange defeated Notre Dame by a score of 77-69, but did lose to Louisville by a score of 85-61 before that. Syracuse has won three of their last five games and they are currently tied for 10th in the ACC standings with a 3-5 record. Syracuse has scored 74.9 points per game and they have allowed 78 points against per game, while also averaging 37.5 rebounds and 13.5 assists per game this season. JJ Starling is averaging 19.0 points, 3.7 rebounds, and 2.5 assists per game, while Donnie Freeman is averaging 13.4 points, 7.9 rebounds, and 1.4 assists per game this year. Syracuse is shooting 45.6% from the field, 69.2% on free throws, and 30.9% on three pointers this season. 

Pittsburgh Panthers Betting Preview

The Pittsburgh Panthers are 12-6 (3-4) this season after they lost to Clemson in overtime by a score of 78-75 in their last game. Pittsburgh trailed 40-30 at halftime, but they held Clemson to just 26 points in the second half, before losing in overtime. The Panthers shot 45.2% from the field, 32.4% on three pointers, and 80% on free throws in the game. Ishmael Leggett led Pittsburgh with 18 points and five rebounds, while Jaland Lowe added 15 points and four rebounds in the loss. 

Prior to that game, the Panthers lost to Florida State by a score of 82-70 and Louisville by a score of 82-78. Pittsburgh has lost four games in a row and they are currently ninth in the ACC standings. Pittsburgh has scored 80.4 points per game and they have allowed 70.8 points against per game, while also averaging 35.0 rebounds and 14.2 assists per game this season. Jaland Lowe is averaging 17.3 points, 4.4 rebounds, and 5.7 assists per game, while Ishmael Leggett is averaging 16.6 points, 5.6 rebounds, and 2.9 assists per game this year. Pittsburgh is shooting 47.3% from the field, 79.1% on free throws, and 36% on three pointers this season. 

Why Pittsburgh will beat Syracuse

  • Pittsburgh has won each of its last seven games when playing with a rest advantage.
  • Syracuse has lost the first half in five of its last six day games against the Atlantic Coast Conference at JMA Wireless Dome.

Total Points Facts

  • Each of Pittsburgh’s last seven games against non-AP-ranked opponents have produced a total of 151+ points.
  • Five of Syracuse’s last six home games have produced a total of 146 or fewer points.

Syracuse vs Pittsburgh Prediction 

Pittsburgh comes into this game on a four game losing streak and they will be on the road for this matchup. The Panthers have allowed 82 points in two of their last three games, but they are shooting 47.3% from the field this year. Syracuse has lost two of their last three games, but they did get a win against Notre Dame in their last home game. The Orange are shooting 45.6% from the field and they are allowing 78 points against per game on defense. Both of these teams have struggled over the last few weeks, but I have to fade this Syracuse defense. Take Pittsburgh on the road. 

David Racey's Free Pick: Pittsburgh -7.5

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David Racey

David started writing about sports in 2015, but sports has been his passion for as long as he can remember. David spends most of his free time watching pretty much anything sports related from Baseball to Tennis and everything in between. David likes to analyze statistics and recent results to form an unbiased opinion on whatever game he is breaking down. Follow David on Twitter at @itsyerboi41

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