Read on to get betting odds and analysis in our Loyola Maryland vs Delaware State NCAA Basketball prediction and preview and see who we think will win and cover the spread in Dover.
Loyola Maryland vs Delaware State Prediction
Betting on today's Greyhounds and Hornets game? Catch the action at Memorial Hall (DE) in Dover, DE, as the Hornets hosts this showdown at 2:00 ET on ESPN+. Loyola Maryland is the -2.5 point favorites in this non-conference matchup against Delaware State. The over/under for the game is set at 139.5 points.
Loyola Maryland vs. Delaware State Matchup At A Glance
- Sport: NCAAB
- Teams: Loyola Maryland Greyhounds at Delaware State Hornets
- Where: Dover at Memorial Hall (DE)
- Date: Saturday, December 7th
- Betting Odds LOYMD -2.5, LOYMD -143 | DELST +117 O/U 139.5
Greyhounds Preview: Is A Road Victory Likely for the Favored Greyhounds?
Loyola Maryland Greyhounds Recent Game/Games
Loyola Maryland evened their record at 3-3 with a 68-57 win over Coppin State on Monday. The Greyhounds, who were -7.5 favorites, covered the spread in this road game.
After trailing 34-33 at halftime, Loyola Maryland clamped down defensively, allowing just 23 points in the second half while scoring 35. The game’s total points of 125 fell short of the 133 O/U line.
Greyhounds Offense Breakdown
Loyola Maryland put up 68 points in their last game, shooting 46.2% from the field. They were dominant inside, hitting 73.1% of their two-point attempts, but struggled from beyond the arc, connecting on just 5 of 26 threes (19.2%).
Jacob Theodosiou led the way with 23 points, hitting 4 of 8 from three-point range. Milos Ilic added 17 points and 10 rebounds, shooting 75% from the field. The Greyhounds also grabbed 15 offensive rebounds and dished out 14 assists.
Greyhounds Team Defense
Loyola Maryland's defense was strong in their last game, holding their opponent to just 57 points. They limited the opposing team to 37% shooting from the field, with 18 made baskets on 48 attempts.
From two-point range, the opponent shot 41%, making 15 of 36 attempts. Loyola Maryland also defended the three-point line well, allowing just 3 made threes on 12 attempts, for 25% shooting.
Hornets Preview: Are Delaware State Ready for a Home Win?
Delaware State Hornets Recent Game/Games
Delaware State fell to 0-6 on the season after a 93-80 loss to Delaware on Tuesday. The Hornets, who were +13 underdogs going into the game, pushed against the spread. The total points of 173 exceeded the O/U line of 150.
After trailing 42-27 at halftime, Delaware State put up 53 points in the 2nd half but also allowed 51 points, making it difficult to mount a comeback.
Hornets Offense Breakdown
Delaware State put up 80 points in their last game, shooting 40.3% from the field and 44.8% in effective field goal percentage. They connected on 41.7% of their threes, hitting 5 of 12 attempts, and were strong from the line, making 80.8% of their free throws (21/26). The Hornets grabbed 11 offensive rebounds and dished out just 6 assists as a team.
Robert Smith led the way with 22 points, hitting 3 of 6 from deep, while Cavan Reilly added 20 points, shooting 5 of 7 from beyond the arc. Erik Timko and John Camden each shot 62.5% from the field, with Camden hitting 3 of 4 threes and contributing 6 rebounds and 4 assists.
Hornets Team Defense
Delaware State struggled defensively, giving up 93 points on 57% shooting from the field. They allowed 30 made field goals, including 17 three-pointers, where the opposing team shot 54% from beyond the arc.
Inside the arc, Delaware State's defense gave up 13 two-point field goals on 21 attempts, a 61% shooting percentage. They also sent the opposing team to the free-throw line 23 times, where they converted 16 free throws.
Greyhounds vs Hornets Betting Odds, Trends & Analysis
- In their last three games away from home, the Greyhounds have a straight up record of 1-2 while going 1-2 vs the spread. The team's offense averaged 62 points per game in these contests.
- When looking at their past five home matchups, Delaware State has an ATS record of 1-3-1 while averaging 64 per game. The team went 0-5 overall in these games.
- In their last three games as the betting underdog, the Hornets have a straight up record of 0-3 and an ATS mark of 1-1-1.
- Over the team's last five games as the favorite, the Greyhounds struggled vs the spread going just 2-3. However, they still had a straight up mark of 3-2.
Loyola Maryland vs Delaware State Prediction & Free Pick
- KnupSports.com Free Betting Prediction: Delaware State +2.5 Be sure to check out our other NCAA Basketball betting previews for this week. KnupSports.com also updates their sports betting picks page daily with plays across all sports.