Army Basketball Faces Bucknell in Key Patriot League Clash
Two Patriot League teams battling near the bottom of the standings will face off on Wednesday as the Army Black Knights host the Bucknell Bison. Both teams currently share a tie with Holy Cross for last place in the conference, boasting a 5-11 record in league play. Bucknell stands at 8-21 overall, while Army is slightly better at 11-18.
Recent Matchup & Game Details
The Black Knights secured a narrow victory in the first meeting between these two teams on January 21st, winning 87-84. This rematch is scheduled for 11 a.m. ET from Christl Arena in West Point, New York.
Betting Odds & Lines
According to the latest odds, Army is favored by 3.5 points, with the over/under set at 141.5 points. Here’s a breakdown of the key betting lines:
- Spread: Army -3.5
- Over/Under: 141.5 points
- Money Line: Army -160, Bucknell +134
Expert Predictions from the SportsLine Projection Model
Before placing any bets, it’s crucial to consider insights from the SportsLine Projection Model. This model simulates each college basketball game 10,000 times and has a proven track record. Recently, it went on an impressive 11-1 run on its top-rated over/under college basketball picks and a 20-11 run on top-rated CBB side picks.
The model has simulated the Army vs. Bucknell game 10,000 times and has revealed its picks and predictions. You can access these exclusive insights at SportsLine.
Model’s Prediction: Over on the Total
The SportsLine model predicts the game will go Over the total (142.5 points). In their previous encounter, these teams combined for a high-scoring 171 points, easily surpassing the 144.5-point total. Army has seen 55% of its games exceed the total this season, and the model projects a combined 144 points with the Over hitting in nearly 60% of simulations.
Furthermore, the model identifies a strong pick on the spread, predicting it will hit in well over 60% of the time. This pick is exclusively available at SportsLine.
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