Kentucky Wildcats (2-0) vs. Duke Blue Devils (2-0)
Kentucky Wildcats vs. Duke Blue Devils November 12 2024 – With the leaves shedding for a new season in November, the hardwood is about to indulge in a highly awaited contest of the college basketball season. This Tuesday, two college basketball giants, the Kentucky Wildcats and the Duke Blue Devils, with flawless records, will compete at a great level that could just be a tease of what March has to offer. This game is a highlight in the daily NCAAB previews as fans and analysts strategize and measure the odds of the two basketball powerhouses meeting one another.
Kentucky Wildcats vs. Duke Blue Devils November 12 2024 Game Info
| When: | Tuesday, November 12 at 9:00 PM ET |
| Where: | State Farm Arena |
| TV: | ESPN |
| Stream: | Sofascore |
Kentucky Wildcats vs. Duke Blue Devils Betting Odds
| Team | Moneyline | Spread | Total |
| Kentucky | +230 | +7.5 (-110) | 160.5 over (-118) |
| Duke | -285 | -7.5 (-110) | 160.5 under (-118) |
The Wildcats come into this game as considerable underdogs with a +230 moneyline and a +7.5 point spread, a testament to Duke’s perceived strength but also a nod to Kentucky’s potential to upset. The over/under set at 160.5 points suggests a high-scoring affair, reflecting both teams’ ability to put points on the board aggressively and efficiently.
Koby Brea (Guard) vs. Kon Knueppel (Guard)
Kentucky’s Koby Brea has stepped up this season what with averaging 19 points having succeeded in 73.7% of three-point shots and 83% of field shooting. And still with all these scoring statistics, he is a utility player in 23 minutes period that in any situation changes the outcome of the game to Kentucky’s side. The fact that he does not conduct turnovers in that department shows a sort of maturity or calm which will be necessary against that much more persistent defense from Duke’s players.
Duke’s best guard Kon Knueppel has also something to answer to all this as he is equally standouts with his statistics. Averaging 18.5 points per game and 100% from the free throw line, Knueppel plays like a well-balanced player who also shows his defensive skills (one steal a game). Shooting 56.5% from regular field and 50% accuracy from beyond 3-point zone made him that peculiar player whom defenders failed to cover.
In case these two guards cross swords it will be the wits and shooting accuracy which determines the game of who wins. Brea has to be flawless because quite naturally Knueppel’s aggression at the defensive end will bother Brea when he has the ball. Their match up could set up the tempo and style of the game in that, each of the player has a heavy share of the burden which is scoring for their respective team.
Wildcats’ Offensive Firepower
Kentucky’s offensive stats are nothing short of impressive, boasting an average of 101.5 points per game with a deep shooting range as evidenced by their 40% accuracy from three-point territory. Their offensive rebounding prowess, capturing 14.5 boards per game, allows them numerous second-chance points, critical in tight games. The Wildcats’ ability to spread the floor and create shooting opportunities can be their biggest weapon against Duke.
Blue Devils’ Balanced Attack
Duke, not far behind, scores an average of 98 points per game. Their slightly lower field goal percentage (52.2%) compared to Kentucky’s 53.5% still demonstrates efficiency, especially from downtown where they hit 41.8% of their threes. Duke’s slightly more disciplined approach to ball control, with fewer turnovers and fouls per game, might give them the edge in a game that promises to test both teams’ execution under pressure.
Kentucky Wildcats Betting Trends
Kentucky are 2-5 ATS in their last 7 games.
The total has gone OVER in 7 of Kentucky’s last 9 games.
Kentucky are 7-2 SU in their last 9 games.
Kentucky are 2-4 ATS in their last 6 games against Duke.
Kentucky are 1-5 SU in their last 6 games against Duke.
Duke Blue Devils Betting Trends
Duke are 5-1 ATS in their last 6 games.
The total has gone UNDER in 12 of Duke’s last 17 games.
Duke are 5-1 SU in their last 6 games.
The total has gone OVER in 5 of Duke’s last 6 games against Kentucky.
Duke are 5-2 SU in their last 7 games against an opponent in the Southeastern conference.
Kentucky Wildcats vs. Duke Blue Devils Betting Previews
Considering the statistics of both teams, their form and the history between the teams, this is bound to be a close match, but Duke looks the stronger team. While Kentucky’s strong scoring meets Duke’s tight defense, which usually means that the games are high scoring but close in nature. Consider betting on Kentucky with the points. They are an explosive offensive team, so they may make the game a close one.
Regarding bets on the straight win, Sunderland is certainly a more attractive option because of their form and defending abilities. Check out prop bets on single-player scores and take the total points over. For great odds, rely on trusted betting sites.
Score Prediction: Duke 85, Kentucky 79.
