Baylor Bears (24-11 Last Season) vs. Gonzaga Bulldogs (27-8 Last Season)
Baylor Bears vs. Gonzaga Bulldogs November 4 2024 – With the tipoff of the new NCAA Men’s Basketball season, an enticing fixture will take place at the Spokane Veterans Memorial Arena. The Baylor Bears, who finished the season with a reasonable 24-11 record, will be against the Gonzaga Bulldogs, who put up a solid 27-8. This game not only promises to be an entertaining episode in college basketball, but it will also be a vital tool for both teams in evaluating their season ahead of them. This Monday game is worth watching for those needing tips and free NCAA basketball previews.
Baylor Bears vs. Gonzaga Bulldogs November 4, 2024 Game Info
| When: | Monday, November 4, 2024, at 11:30 PM ET |
| Where: | Spokane Veterans Memorial Arena |
| TV: | ESP2 |
| Stream: | Sofascore |
Baylor Bears vs. Gonzaga Bulldogs Betting Odds
| Team | Moneyline | Spread | Total |
| Baylor | +125 | +3.5 (-118) | 155.5 over (-118) |
| Gonzaga | -150 | -3.5 (-118) | 155.5 under (-118) |
The odds highlight a tight contest, with Gonzaga favored at home but Baylor showing formidable potential to cover the spread. The over/under is set at 155.5, reflecting both teams’ offensive capabilities from last season.
Langston Love (Guard) vs. Graham Ike (Forward)
Langston Love enters this contest as the Bears’ guard, who had 11 points, almost 3 rebounds and just above a minute’s worth of assists on average last season. Baylor will benefit from his sharpshooting with 48% of his shots from the three-point arc gone in but most importantly it will be needed in key situations. Nevertheless, it is not all about scoring as his ability to control turnovers and apply defensive pressure will come in handy while dealing with the Gonzaga front line.
Graham Ike, the forward for Gonzaga had great averages of about 16.5 points and 7.4 rebounds in the past season. He almost certainly is the center of attacks and rebounding forces due to his terrific inside presence and a field goal percentage of 60.9. Another tactic that could greatly hit the tempo of this matchup is Ike’s ability to draw fouls and score at free throws.
The court clash between Love and Ike will be a captivating part of the game. Love will try to stretch the floor by shooting from the perimeter while Ike will try to overpower inside; hence, it will be an interesting battle of perimeter and paint. It is very possible that these two could shape the strategy and pace of their teams.
Baylor’s Statistical Perspective: Scoring Precision Meets Tactical Defense
Baylor’s strength last season lay in their balanced attack and solid defense. Averaging over 80 points per game with a field goal percentage of 48.3% and a commendable three-point percentage, they’ve demonstrated the ability to score efficiently. Their defensive stats, including an average of 6.7 steals and over 3 blocks per game, complement their offensive firepower, making them tough competitors.
Gonzaga’s Statistical Perspective: Home Court Dominance
Gonzaga’s scoring averaged slightly higher at 84.5 points per game with an even better shooting accuracy of 51.8%. At home, their record is even more intimidating, boasting an 18-2 win-loss ratio. Their ability to control the game on both ends of the court, coupled with fewer turnovers and more defensive rebounds, sets them up as formidable hosts for this matchup.
Baylor Bears Betting Trends
Baylor are 5-1 ATS in their last 6 games against Gonzaga.
Baylor are 2-4 SU in their last 6 games against Gonzaga.
The total has gone UNDER in 4 of Baylor’s last 5 games on the road.
Baylor are 9-0 ATS in their last 9 games against an opponent in the West Coast conference.
Baylor are 7-0 SU in their last 7 games played in November.
Gonzaga Bulldogs Betting Trends
Gonzaga are 5-2 ATS in their last 7 games.
The total has gone OVER in 8 of Gonzaga’s last 12 games.
Gonzaga are 11-2 SU in their last 13 games.
The total has gone UNDER in 4 of Gonzaga’s last 6 games against Baylor.
Gonzaga are 18-2 SU in their last 20 games at home.
Baylor Bears vs. Gonzaga Bulldogs Betting Previews
Baylor and Gonzaga’s match is anticipated to be a thriller as the odds and the stats of the game logs suggest a close game. Considering the Bulldogs’ home advantage and strength from the Bears’ side when it comes to the covering of the spread, it is seen that betting on Gonzaga winning while Baylor is +3.5 spread is a practical strategy. Given the historical data of previous encounters, expecting the shootout to go under on total points straight up and placing the over on total points is illogical.
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Score Prediction: Bulldogs 78, Bears 75.
