Vermont Catamounts (28-6) vs. Duke Blue Devils (24-8)
Vermont Catamounts vs. Duke Blue Devils 3/22/24 – As we eagerly anticipate another exhilarating NCAA Men’s Basketball clash on Friday, Vermont Catamounts and Duke Blue Devils will face off for what promises to be an engaging showdown. Not only is their clash an admiration tribute for two exceptional seasons but it will be watched closely by fans and bettors looking for top multi-handicapper picks.
The Vermont Catamounts have been great this season, although they are emphasizing a solid team effort that has brought them all the way to a 28-6 record. Their offensive plan has particularly shown its worth resulting in a 72.3 points per game average and 45.6 field goal percentage. In addition, the club superbly gets beyond the arc, having a 34.4% 3-point FG percentage. They are compatibilized by defense, which adds to their already great attack, as they average 11 pilferages per game and just 9.1 turnovers.
However, the spotlight belongs to Duke Blue Devils, who play like the kings of college basketball with a 24-8 record to show. Fast-paced offense is a weapon of the team that scores 79.8 points per game with 48.2 percent field goals on average. The Blue Devils promote good defensive play along with their fierce offensive game. They have averaged 36.5 rebounds and can steal the ball, as well as a critical shutdown. Therefore, these teams are ready for a vigorous match.
Vermont Catamounts vs. Duke Blue Devils 3/22/24 Game Info
| When: | Friday, March 22, 2024 at 7:10 PM ET |
| Where: | Barclays Center |
| TV: | CBS |
| Stream: | Sofascore |
TJ Long (Guard) vs. Kyle Filipowski (Center)
TJ Long has been a major figure of the Vermont Catamounts team in the ongoing season. Through a 34 game period, Long has scored 12.2 points on average, to be exact both on the 2 and 3-point lines. While he brings some strong points to the game, it remains to be seen how he will deal with Duke’s defense, which is his main concern.
Kyle Filipowski of Duke Blue Devils differs in his performance as he averages 17.1 points and 8.2 rebounds per game. It is not only his offensive play that is remarkable; his defensive performance is also equally worthy of mention. Filipowski’s knack for modifying the pace of the game through blocks and rebounds will be important for Duke as well.
When these all-important essentials face off on the court, it’s a balance of tactic and talent. Long’s ability to reach the net with his agility and scoring shots and Filipowski’s strong defensive skills will have a big impact on the game, making this matchup worth paying attention to closely.
NCAAB Odds/Point Spread: Duke Blue Devils -850, Total Odds: 132
The betting odds reflect the anticipated intensity of this game. With Duke favored to win, the spread and moneyline suggest a confidence in their ability to control the game. However, Vermont’s impressive record and resilience could provide value for those looking for an upset.
Vermont Catamounts Betting Trends
The recent record of Vermont with 5-0, making the spread problematic with 1-4, contrasts with their performance against the spread. Their road game spread record is an indication of the jam-packed nature of the team. But, their ability to adapt and overcome challenges has been a constant feature of their short season.
Duke Blue Devils Betting Trends
Duke finished the game with a sort of predictability and unpredictability with a 3-2 win and loss in their last 5 games and against the spread respectively. Despite their away-game against the spread record, Vermont can still pose a threat, which they might exploit.
Vermont Catamounts vs. Duke Blue Devils 3/22/24 Betting Picks
Analyzing the data and betting trends, Duke is expected to be in a tight battle, with her offensive power being the key to victory. Nevertheless, Vermont’s resilience and team dynamics should never be disregarded as this is what makes this encounter very exciting for the gamblers.
However, for bettors looking for the March Madness daily predictions, the spread seems to demonstrate that Vermont, though they are not (seem to be) the safer pick, there still might be value in backing them to cover. The points total is quite narrow so the decision is a close one though given the trend of both teams, an under bet seems more attractive.
Free Pick and Prediction: Duke Blue Devils 74, Vermont Catamounts 65.