Missouri Tigers (7-2) vs. Kansas Jayhawks (8-1)
Missouri Tigers vs. Kansas Jayhawks 12/9/23 – The Missouri Tigers take on the Kansas Jayhawks in a Saturday NCAAB matchup. Set to commence at 5:15 PM ET and broadcasted on ESPN, this game is a must-watch for basketball enthusiasts. As the anticipation builds, fans and analysts are turning to NCAAB daily free predictions for insights into this high-stakes matchup.
The Tigers enter this contest with a solid 7-2 record, winning 4 of their last 5 games. They have found offensive success this season, averaging 75.4 points on 45.5% shooting from the field. Guard Sean East II leads the charge, averaging 16.8 points while shooting efficiently from all areas of the floor. However, Missouri’s defense has been questionable, and will be tested against this high-powered Kansas team.
On the other side, the Jayhawks have cruised to an 8-1 start, including a perfect 5-0 mark at home. Their offense has been nearly unstoppable, led by center Hunter Dickinson who is averaging 20.1 points and 12.2 rebounds per game. Kansas scores a whopping 80.7 points per contest on 53.6% shooting. They share the ball extremely well too, evidenced by their 22.8 assists per game. The Jayhawks do have some defensive concerns though, and will need to lock down against East II and the Tigers.
Missouri Tigers vs. Kansas Jayhawks Game Info
| When: | Saturday, December 9, 2023, at 5:15 PM ET |
| Where: | Allen Fieldhouse |
| TV: | ESPN |
| Stream: | Sofascore |
Sean East II (Guard) vs. Hunter Dickinson (Center)
Sean East II has led the Tigers’ charge this season, responsible for facilitating much of their offense. Logging heavy minutes at 32.8 per game, his 16.8 point scoring average leads the team. East II is an efficient shooter both inside the arc (57.9% FG) and from 3-point range (61.9%). His quickness poses problems for opposing defenses. However, at just 6’2″, East II lacks size defensively against taller opponents. He will have his hands full against the Jayhawks’ big man.
On the Kansas side, Hunter Dickinson is a force in the paint. At 7-foot-1″, Dickinson dominates the glass, bringing down 12.2 rebounds per contest. He also leads the Jayhawks with 20.1 points per game on an extremely efficient 63.5% clip. His defense is also impactful thanks to his size, registering 1.4 blocks per game. While laterally slow on defense, Dickinson is nearly unstoppable on the low block offensively. Expect him to give East II and Missouri trouble inside.
This matchup pits two star players against each other who could not be more different in stature and skill set. Dickinson boasts a monumental size advantage and should control the paint, but East II’s quickness could exploit Kansas’s interior defense. Ultimately, East II must connect from 3-point range to soften the defense for his teammates to drive inside.
NCAAB Odds/Point Spread: TBD, Total Odds: TBD
The betting odds for this game remain TBD. However, based on the teams’ statistics and trends, insights and recommendations for bettors will soon be available.
Missouri Tigers Betting Trends
The Tigers have found plenty of betting value this year, cashing the moneyline in 21 of their last 31 contests. Their scoring has translated betting-wise too, going over the game total in 7 of their last 13 road matchups. However, more recently they’ve trended under, hitting the under in 3 straight away contests. Based on these trends, the Tigers likely won’t light up the scoreboard but should play Kansas tough.
Kansas Jayhawks Betting Trends
Kansas has rewarded its backers consistently both home and away. They are 12-2 hitting the moneyline in their last 14 home games and have gone over their team total in 20 of 35 contests this year. Furthermore, 9 of their last 10 contests have exceeded the betting total. The Jayhawks are red-hot ATS and have scoring power to spare. Bettors should ride their hot streak.
Missouri Tigers vs. Kansas Jayhawks 12/9/23 Betting Picks
Based on the analysis and betting trends, this matchup is shaping up to be a battle of offensive prowess versus defensive resilience. The Missouri Tigers will need to capitalize on their 3-point shooting and minimize turnovers, while the Kansas Jayhawks will look to dominate inside with Dickinson’s presence and maintain their strong home-court performance.
In determining the better pick, the Kansas Jayhawks seem to have the edge, especially considering their impressive home record and overall scoring ability. Prop bets, especially on individual player performances, could be interesting, given the contrasting styles of key players. The over/under should be carefully considered, keeping in mind both teams’ scoring capabilities and defensive strengths.
Handicapping services suggest a tight contest but lean towards the Kansas Jayhawks due to their overall team dynamics and strong home-court advantage.
Free Pick and Prediction: Kansas Jayhawks 84, Missouri Tigers 76