Yale Bulldogs (6-5) vs. Quinnipiac Bobcats (7-2)
Yale Bulldogs vs. Quinnipiac Bobcats 12/11/23 – As the NCAA Men’s Basketball season heats up, an exciting matchup between Yale Bulldogs and Quinnipiac Bobcats promises to be one of the highlights. Set for December 11, 2023 at M&T Bank Arena in Brooklyn, this matchup has drawn much anticipation among college basketball free pick enthusiasts. At 6-5 overall with 7-2 standings respectively, both sides aim to build on their impressive seasons by dominating their opponents on December 11.
The Yale Bulldogs have experienced an array of results recently. Boasting a 2-3 record in their last five games and an even worse spread trend against them, this team has struggled to find consistency. But their offensive prowess shouldn’t be underestimated: Yale averages 74.7 points per game with 46.1% field goal percentage when their shooting clicks; one example being Bez Mbeng who averages 14.8 points per game as part of an impressive array of offensive capabilities on the court. Nonetheless, defensive lapses and maintain leads have been an issue; bez Mbeng being at the core of all this performance! Yet defensive lapses and inconsistencies have caused frustrations and caused further issues on defense – Bez Mbeng who stands out when his shooting clicks could prove lethal!
Quinnipiac Bobcats have also shown strong performance, winning four out of their last five games and showing more stable form compared to Yale. Their offensive prowess is slightly greater, scoring 81.4 points per game on average and are becoming more consistent against the spread in recent games. Matt Balanc is their star guard, scoring an average 17 points per game which has been instrumental to their success; especially his three-point shooting efficiency which can often make the difference.
Yale Bulldogs vs. Quinnipiac Bobcats 12/11/23 Game Info
| When: | Monday, December 11, 2023 at 7:00 PM ET |
| Where: | M&T Bank Arena |
| TV: | ESPN+ |
| Stream: | Sofascore |
Bez Mbeng (Guard) vs. Matt Balanc (Guard)
Bez Mbeng, Yale Bulldogs guard, has been an instrumental part of their offense this season. Averaging 14.8 points per game and contributing in other areas such as rebounding (5.1 per game) and assist production (3 per game), Mbeng not only leads his team in scoring but is a two-way threat with his defensive prowess — noting 1.9 steals per game — to create an all-around threat on the court; his shooting from beyond the arc (27.1%) could present opponents with opportunities, yet Mbeng’s impact makes him key player as Yale head into their matchup against Quinnipiac.
Quinnipiac’s Matt Balanc offers something different. His 17 points per game average is evidence of his significant contributions. Balanc’s shooting efficiency – particularly his 40.4% three-point percentage and 82.9% free throw shooting efficiency – make him a constant threat from deep and forces opponents to stretch their defense in order to stop him. While Mbeng may offer more overall skill, Balanc’s consistent scoring ability will remain crucial for Quinnipiac, particularly during high pressure situations.
NCAAB Odds/Point Spread: TBD, Total Odds: TBD
The betting odds for this game are currently TBD, reflecting the closely matched nature of these teams.
Yale Bulldogs Betting Trends
Yale’s recent betting trends don’t offer much optimism. Their inconsistencies against the spread in both home and away games indicates issues in consistency and closing out games; yet their tendency for games to go OVER total suggests their games are high-scoring which could prove key when creating betting strategies.
Quinnipiac Bobcats Betting Trends
Quinnipiac’s betting trends are more favorable. Their record against the spread, particularly over their last five games, demonstrates they can both win and cover it more regularly than Yale. Furthermore, their over trend in totals is less prominent indicating more controlled gameplay.
Yale Bulldogs vs. Quinnipiac Bobcats 12/11/23 Betting Picks
From statistical and betting trends, this game looks set to be closely contested and Quinnipiac appears to hold a slight edge given their recent form and Balanc’s scoring ability.
Quinnipiac seems like the safer bet when selecting the ideal pick, given their outstanding record against the spread and Balanc’s form. While an over/under decision might prove close, given both teams’ propensity for high-scoring games it might be wiser to opt for the over as this might increase odds for expert premium predictions.
Free Pick and Prediction: Yale Bulldogs 72, Quinnipiac Bobcats 76