UIC vs James Madison Prediction 11-21-24 College Basketball Picks
James Madison (2-2) vs. UIC (3-1)
November 21, 2024 11:00 am EDT
The Line: UIC +3.5; Over/Under: +145
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The James Madison Dukes and UIC Flames meet Thursday in college basketball action at the Ocean Center. Here’s a UIC vs James Madison Prediction. This article will include a UIC vs James Madison Pick.
James Madison Dukes Betting Preview
The James Madison Dukes lost to Norfolk State and Towson, and they play George Mason, East Tennessee State, and Utah Valley next. The James Madison Dukes are averaging 80 points on 48.3 percent shooting and allowing 70 points on 46.1 percent shooting. Xavier Brown is averaging 17.3 points and 3.8 rebounds, while Mark Freeman is averaging 11.8 points and 4.5 assists. Elijah Hutchins-Everett is the third double-digit scorer and Bryce Lindsay is grabbing 2.8 rebounds. The James Madison Dukes are shooting 35.8 percent from beyond the arc and 62.5 percent from the free throw line. The James Madison Dukes are allowing 35.1 percent shooting from deep and are grabbing 37 rebounds per game.
UIC Flames Betting Preview
The UIC Flames beat Yale, and lost to Northwestern, and they play Northern Iowa, Dartmouth, and Little Rock next. The UIC Flames are averaging 93.3 points on 52.9 percent shooting and allowing 66 points on 39.2 percent shooting. Javon Jackson is averaging 13.3 points and 1.5 rebounds, while Sasa Ciani is averaging 13 points and 8.7 rebounds. Tyem Freeman is the third double-digit scorer and Ahmad Henderson II is dishing 5 assists. The UIC Flames are shooting 43 percent from beyond the arc and 68.1 percent from the free throw line. The UIC Flames are allowing 33.7 percent shooting from deep and are grabbing 37.5 rebounds per game.
Why the UIC Flames will win
- UIC has won eight of its last nine day games against non-conference opponents.
- UIC has won the first half in nine of its last 10 day games against non-Conference opponents.
UIC vs James Madison Prediction
The James Madison Dukes are probably the more talented team, but the UIC Flames are on fire offensively, and they beat Yale as an underdog while giving Northwestern a scare. This is also an early start in Florida which could result in sluggish and sloppy play. UIC is more than capable of winning this game outright. Give me the Flames and the points.
