Stetson Hatters (22-12) vs. UConn Huskies (31-3)
Stetson Hatters vs. UConn Huskies 3/22/24 – In an intriguing NCAA Men’s Basketball showdown, the Stetson Hatters are set to face off against the formidable UConn Huskies. This clash is scheduled for Friday and has drawn significant attention from fans and bettors alike. The game, which promises to be a captivating encounter, is a part of the much-anticipated March Madness, where every team dreams of making a deep run. With such contrasting records, the handicapper consensus leans heavily towards the Huskies, but as history has shown, the unpredictability of March Madness can never be underestimated.
The Stetson Hatters seasons were completed with an exuberance of their offense that were critical to their success. Having an average of 77.5 points a game, a successful shot of 46.7% against them, proved that they can challenge for the Crown. Along with the defensive aspect, Hatters also have recorded a statistic of 5.3 steals and 3.1 blocks per game which presents the major advantage being brought both on offense and defense.
On the other hand, the UConn Huskies have absolutely dominated this season, as they boast an offense that converts its 36.9 field goal attempts into 81.5 points per game, with a very impressive shooting efficiency at 49.6% from the field. Their defensive ranks are unparalleled too, posting averages of 6.2 picks and 5.4 blocks per game.
Stetson Hatters vs. UConn Huskies 3/22/24 Game Info
| When: | Friday, March 22, 2024 at 2:45 PM ET |
| Where: | Barclays Center |
| TV: | CBS |
| Stream: | Sofascore |
Jalen Blackmon (Guard) vs. Tristen Newton (Guard)
Jalen Blackmon for Stetson this season is phenomenal, he contributes significantly. He is among the top college players, averaging 21.5 points, 2.7 rebounds, and 1.8 assists per game. He possesses a well-rounded scoring skill set as illustrated by his 43.4% field goal percentage and a Captain’s of the game performance having made an outstanding 91% from the free-throw line.
While Tristen Newton has anchored the Connecticut team by providing 15,2 ppg, 7 rebounds, and 6 assists per game, Alterique Gilbert came from the bench, extending wins with 13,7 ppg. His possession of all-around game which is shown by his defense and assist components add an almost impenetrable edge to the game structure of UConn.
The Newton-Blackmon showdown is probably the most interesting thread, since these two players can win an entire match on their own. Besides that, their head-to-head challenge and matchup is certainly going to demand not only their individual and specific skill set but also their capability to elevate their teams with the tough situation of March Madness.
NCAAB Odds/Point Spread: UConn Huskies -26.5, Total Odds: 145.5
The betting odds indicate a strong preference for UConn, with a -26.5 point spread suggesting a dominant performance is expected. The total odds set at 145.5 points also reflect anticipation for a high-scoring affair, which aligns with both teams’ offensive capabilities.
Stetson Hatters Betting Trends
The Hatters have proven their strength and went 4-1 in the last 5 games. Yet, their performance ATS indicates a different outcome especially when they went 8-8 ATS on the road. This show irregularities, together with the over, in the last three matchups, indicates while Stetson can score, their defense vulnerabilities can be used by a team as crazy as UConn.
UConn Huskies Betting Trends
Huskies are red-hot, showing a 5-0 run, and they are 4-1 ATS since then, as well. Their road game performance ATS (10-4) which is a proof of their reliability and ability to cover a large spread remains yet another characteristic of a good team. The totals have gone OVER in 11 of UConn’s last 20 home games and 1 of the last 5 games at the Storrs. This indicates that high-scoring games are on the way, unless we meet a slight turn towards low-scoring matches today.
Stetson Hatters vs. UConn Huskies 3/22/24 Betting Picks
UConn’s dominance is obvious, as evidenced by their wins and the point spread, and it is especially true on the road. Nevertheless, the (-26.5) large point spread for UConn indicates that the two teams are expected to be considerably different, so this is not a rare situation in the early rounds of March Madness.
Taking into account how Stetson can score heavily and the fact that their success rests mainly on Jalen Blackmon’s superiority, UConn might be able to cover the spread if they keep their defensive skills at best. However, the safer expert March Madness picks here seems to have a predilection towards UConn, mainly because of their great team dynamics and the fact that they can control the game throughout with both their offensive and defensive parts.
Free Pick and Prediction: UConn Huskies 74, Stetson Hatters 65.