IU Indy Jaguars

IU Indy Jaguars

Feb 23, 2025

Northern Kentucky Norse

Northern Kentucky Norse
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IU Indy Jaguars vs Northern Kentucky Norse Prediction – 2/23/2025

The IU Indy Jaguars are set to clash with the Northern Kentucky Norse on February 23, 2025, at 1:00 PM EST, and fans are gearing up for what promises to be a thrilling encounter. The betting lines released by DraftKings Sportsbook have favored Northern Kentucky, offering them as 8.5-point favorites. Meanwhile, the over/under total for this exciting matchup is pegged at 147.5 points.

Overview of IU Indy Jaguars

The IU Indy Jaguars have been steadily developing their basketball program, with an emphasis on a strategic blend of vigorous defense and a dynamic offense. Known for their tenacity on the court, the Jaguars showcase a high-energy style of play that can be unpredictable for their opponents. Despite some inconsistencies earlier in the season, the Jaguars have made noticeable improvements in their execution and team cohesion, making them a formidable opponent as the season progresses.

Overview of Northern Kentucky Norse

The Northern Kentucky Norse, noted for their disciplined play and robust defense, routinely emphasize controlling the game's pace to favor their strategic gameplay. With a strong track record, the Norse have consistently executed under pressure, often displaying their prowess in closing tight games effectively. Playing at home gives them a further edge, and they will be looking to leverage this advantage against the visiting Jaguars to continue their successful run.

Betting Insights

The current betting landscape positions the Northern Kentucky Norse as clear favorites with the 8.5-point spread. This spread indicates bookmakers' confidence in the Norse’s capability to handle their opposition convincingly. With a total set at 147.5, bettors should consider whether both teams’ offenses will perform optimally or if defenses will dominate, keeping the score lower than projected.

Key Factors

One focal point in this matchup will be the Jaguars’ ability to maintain offensive momentum against the Norse's efficient defense. Consistency in scoring and minimizing turnovers will be critical if they wish to make a substantial impact. Conversely, the Norse will aim to exploit any defensive frailties of the Jaguars while maintaining their rigorous defensive standards. The game may well hinge on which team successfully dictates the tempo and capitalizes on transition opportunities.

Pick and Analysis

Given the current form and home advantage, the Northern Kentucky Norse appear poised to cover the -8.5 spread. Their disciplined defensive strategy coupled with home-court familiarity gives them a significant edge. However, considering the Jaguars’ potential for an unexpected offensive burst, bettors should not overlook the possibility of a high-scoring game. Our pick is for the Northern Kentucky Norse to cover the spread, with a strong inclination toward the over on the points total, banking on offensive prowess from both teams leading to a higher-scoring affair. For more on today's game check out the comprehensive statistics, betting odds, and trends below. Be sure to check out all our free NCAABB picks here.

Consensus

Spread Pick Consensus

+8.5/-110
54% IUPUI
-8.5/-110
46% NKENT

Moneyline Pick Consensus

+330
3% IUPUI
-425
97% NKENT

Total Pick Consensus

145.5/-112
66% UN
145.5/-108
34% OV

Stats

  • Team Stats Per Game
  • Advanced Game Stats
  • Rushing
  • Special Teams

Offense/Defense

IUPUI
Team Stats Per Game
NKENT
74.68
PTS GM
71.93
58.18
FGA
57.14
.424
FG%
.450
.368
3PT%
.366
11.61
ORB
10.79
0.81
DRB
0.87
34.32
TRB
35.18
20.57
FTA
16.64
.734
FT%
.723
13.46
AST
14
2.04
BLK
3.14
10.82
TO
14.14
18.11
PF
17.43

Defense/Offense

IUPUI
Team Stats Per Game
NKENT
75.82
PTS GM
70.39
56.57
FGA
58.29
.465
FG%
.433
.346
3PT%
.325
9.82
ORB
11.18
0.88
DRB
0.79
34.46
TRB
33.43
20.43
FTA
18.82
.743
FT%
.657
15
AST
13.96
3.96
BLK
3.29
11.29
TO
12.21
17
PF
16.11

Offense/Defense

IUPUI
Advanced Game Stats
NKENT
67.2
Pace
67.1
110.7
Off.Rate
105.3
.354
FTr
.291
.478
3PAr
.404
.550
TS%
.553
49.9
TRB%
51.3
54.6
AST%
54.4
9.3
STL%
9.9
6.1
BLK%
9.0
.512
eFG%
.524
13.7
TOV%
17.9
32.0
ORB%
32.6
.260
TF/FGA
.211

Defense/Offense

IUPUI
Advanced Game Stats
NKENT
67.2
Pace
67.1
112.4
Off.Rate
103.0
.361
FTr
.323
.408
3PAr
.398
.572
TS%
.524
50.1
TRB%
48.7
57.0
AST%
55.3
8.4
STL%
11.9
13.0
BLK%
9.7
.536
eFG%
.498
14.6
TOV%
15.4
30.2
ORB%
31.4
.268
TF/FGA
.212

Odds

  • Spread
  • MoneyLine
  • Over/Under
Open
Current
Book
IUPUI NKENT
IUPUI NKENT
Consensus
+8.5 (-111)
-8.5 (-110)
+8.5 (-111)
-8.5 (-109)
+9.5 (-110)
-9.5 (-102)
+8.5 (-110)
-8.5 (-110)
+8.5 (-102)
-8.5 (-110)
+8.5 (-102)
-8.5 (-120)
+9.5 (-109)
-9.5 (-109)
+9.0 (-109)
-9.0 (-112)
+9.0 (-115)
-9.0 (-110)
+8.5 (-115)
-8.5 (-105)
+9.5 (-110)
-9.5 (-105)
+8.5 (-110)
-8.5 (-110)
Open
Current
Book
IUPUI NKENT
IUPUI NKENT
Consensus
+290
-375
+322
-421
+330
-425
+330
-425
+290
-375
+320
-420
+340
-455
+320
-420
+360
-480
+320
-420
+333
-450
+320
-425
Open
Current
Book
Over Under
Over Under
Consensus
147.5 (-110)
147.5 (-110)
145.5 (-110)
145.5 (-111)
146.5 (-115)
146.5 (-105)
145.5 (-108)
145.5 (-112)
147.5 (-110)
147.5 (-110)
145.5 (-110)
145.5 (-110)
146.5 (-112)
146.5 (-109)
145.0 (-112)
145.0 (-109)
147.0 (-110)
147.0 (-110)
145.0 (-110)
145.0 (-110)
146.5 (-115)
146.5 (-105)
145.5 (-105)
145.5 (-115)

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