Green Bay Phoenix vs Milwaukee Panthers Matchup

Read on to get betting odds and analysis in our Green Bay vs Milwaukee NCAA Basketball prediction and preview and see who we think will win and cover the spread in Milwaukee.

Green Bay vs Milwaukee Prediction

Making on a bet on this NCAA game featuring the Phoenix versus the Panthers? Tip off is at at 4:00 ET, and you can watch it all unfold on ESPN+. The game will be played at UW-Milwaukee Panther Arena in Milwaukee, WI. The over/under for this game is set at 153.5 points, and Milwaukee is favored by -16.5 vs. Green Bay in a Horizon League conference matchup.

Green Bay vs. Milwaukee Matchup At A Glance

Sport: NCAAB
Teams: Green Bay Phoenix at Milwaukee Panthers
Where: Milwaukee at UW-Milwaukee Panther Arena
Date: Saturday, January 11th
Betting Odds WBD -16.5, GB +1100 | WBD -2200 O/U 153.5

Phoenix Preview: Will Green Bay Pull Through as the Underdog Road Team?

Green Bay Phoenix Recent Game/Games

Green Bay’s struggles continued with a 78-60 road loss to Northern Kentucky on Saturday, dropping their season record to 2-14. The Phoenix entered the game as +12.5 underdogs and failed to cover the spread. The total points for the game were 138, just over the O/U line of 137.5.

After trailing 33-31 at halftime, Green Bay’s defense faltered in the 2nd half, allowing 45 points while scoring only 29. This defensive lapse was a key factor in the loss.

Phoenix Offense Breakdown

Green Bay's offense put up 60 points in their last game, shooting 42% from the field. Their effective field goal percentage was 56%, thanks in large part to their 50% shooting from beyond the arc, hitting 13 of 26 attempts. They struggled inside, making just 8 of 24 two-point shots (33.3%).

Josh Dilling led the way with 24 points and 8 rebounds, hitting 6 of 8 threes and shooting 77.8% overall. Marcus Hall added 19 points, connecting on 5 of 6 threes, while Trey Robinson and Preston Ruedinger each hit 3 threes, with Ruedinger adding 6 assists.

Phoenix Team Defense

Green Bay's defense gave up 78 points in their last game, with the opposing team shooting 45% from the field, hitting 24 of 53 shots. The Phoenix held them to 40% shooting on two-pointers, as they made 11 of 27 attempts.

From beyond the arc, the other team shot 50%, connecting on 13 of 26 threes. Green Bay also sent them to the free-throw line 26 times, where they hit 17 for 65%. The Phoenix allowed 12 offensive rebounds.

Panthers Preview: Can the Panthers Live Up to the Hype at Home?

Milwaukee's season record dropped to 9-6 after a 78-73 road loss to Purdue Fort Wayne on Wednesday. The Panthers entered the game as +3.5 point underdogs and failed to cover the spread. The combined points of 151 fell short of the 154.5 O/U line.

Milwaukee trailed 40-32 at halftime but outscored the Mastodons 41-38 in the second half. Despite the strong finish, they couldn't complete the comeback.

Panthers Offense Breakdown

Milwaukee's offense struggled from the field, shooting just 38.6% overall and 30% from beyond the arc in their last game. Their effective field goal percentage was 42.9%, and they managed 14 offensive rebounds, contributing to their 73 points.

Jalen Jackson led the way with 25 points and 9 rebounds, shooting 60% from the field. Rasheed Bello added 23 points, while Kentrell Pullian contributed 16 points and 12 rebounds, hitting 2 of 3 from deep.

Panthers Team Defense

Milwaukee's defense gave up 78 points in their last game, with opponents shooting 42% from the field (26/61). Inside the arc, they allowed 51% shooting, with 18 made two-point baskets.

From three-point range, Milwaukee's opponents hit 8 of 26 attempts, shooting 30%. They also sent them to the free-throw line 21 times, where they converted 18 free throws (85%).

Phoenix vs Panthers Betting Odds, Trends & Analysis

Across their three previous road games, Green Bay has an ATS mark of 1-2. Their straight up record in these matchups was 0-3 while averaging 57 points per game.
Through their last five home games, Milwaukee has an ATS record of just 1-4. However, their overall record was 2-3 while averaging 67 points per game.
In their last five games as the betting underdog, the Phoenix have a straight up record of 0-5 and an ATS mark of 1-4.
Although the Panthers have a strong straight up record in their last three games as the betting favorite, they have not done as well vs the spread going 0-3.