Creighton Bluejays (25-9) vs. Tennessee Volunteers (26-8)
Creighton Bluejays vs. Tennessee Volunteers 3/29/24 – As the NCAA Men’s Basketball Tournament heats up, the Sweet 16 showdown between the Creighton Bluejays and the Tennessee Volunteers on Friday, is drawing considerable attention from fans and top handicapper insights alike. With Creighton’s 25-9 record pitted against Tennessee’s 26-8, this clash at Little Caesars Arena is poised to be a captivating battle. Broadcasting on TBS at 10:09 PM ET, this game is a must-watch for basketball enthusiasts seeking high-stakes collegiate action.
The Creighton Bluejays have proved a successful mixture of offense and defense in the games so far. They registered an average of 80.6 points per game with a good shooting percentage of 48.5%, which highlights their efficient offensive. Their capabilities are not only in game but also exemplified by their 38.2 rebounds per game and 16.9 assists which show the team as a balanced team in both offensive and defensive zone. Although their away games win-cover ratio of 40% shows that they may not be able to maintain such consistency abroad.
Conversely, on the other hand, the Tennessee Volunteers take a different (and yet, no less effective) approach to the field. Their points scored that is 79.1 average of per game drops from Creighton’s but is still formidable. Tennessee has impressive defensive stats as well with 7.9 blocks and 4.6 tips leading to good defensive presence. Nonetheless, their record against the spread of the 6-8 games on the road indicates the conflict of playing away from home regularly.
Creighton Bluejays vs. Tennessee Volunteers 3/29/24 Game Info
| When: | Friday, March 29, 2024, at 10:09 PM ET |
| Where: | Little Caesars Arena |
| TV: | TBS |
| Stream: | Sofascore |
Baylor Scheierman (Guard) vs. Dalton Knecht (Guard)
Baylor Scheierman put in his definitely best season for Creighton this season. Her per-game average of 18. 3 points and 9.1 rebounds speaks volumes about how well she has performed as a leader of the Bluejays basketball team. By being able to provide continuous scoring from all around the court shown by his 37.9% three point shooting, he is a dangerous player who can score from anywhere on the court for the team. Notwithstanding his 2.2 turnovers on the other hand, is the possible occurrence of a tendency that can be used by Tennessee.
Dalton Knecht among others, leads Tennessee’s scorers with an average of 21.1 points per match, from the 46.1% shooting efficiency. Knecht is the perfect person as he has a massive 39.1% scoring rate from the outside. As a result, he becomes a player to be afraid of. On the other hand, although the recall and defense of shooters is weaker, ultimately Knechts main task will be shooting to help the team succeed.
Their playing styles are totally different because of which they are not likeable by other key players leading to unequal power between them. However, Scheierman’s universal skills might be enough to develop varied options for scoring in Creighton, which conversely, Knecht’s sharpshooting tenancy might overturn in favor of Tennessee. This duel between these warriors will create a force which will sway the entire game decisively.
NCAAB Odds/Point Spread: Tennessee Volunteers -157, Total Odds: 143.5
The betting odds favor the Tennessee Volunteers slightly, reflecting their solid season performance and the tight match-up anticipated. The total odds suggest a high-scoring game, aligning with both teams’ offensive capabilities.
Creighton Bluejays Betting Trends
Creighton has been playing solid, with just a slight advantage over his overall record. The fact that they can even cover the spread on road games as being underdogs, shows their competitiveness even in unfavorable conditions. The prevalence of low-scoring games with the total going OVER in a lot of their recent games, testifies to their offensive effectiveness.
Tennessee Volunteers Betting Trends
Tennessee’s record ATS, particularly on the road, points to some level of inconsistency. They might have these numbers but their steals and blocks metrics show that they can frustrate Creighton offensively. Even though the trend in their home games is less noticeable than Creighton’s, it still indicates their tendency to embrace a high-scoring style.
Creighton Bluejays vs. Tennessee Volunteers 3/29/24 Betting Picks
This will be a tight game with equally even statistics and current trends. Scheierman vs. Knecht, who could end up to be the key match, is only one of the many factors that will determine the final outcome. The team quality and the bench will also be decisive. While Tennessee is a slight favorite by the odds, this defensive difference can possibly be the turning point of a game which points-wise can be considered a high scoring match.
The favored pick should be Tennessee as they stand out as a balanced offensive and defensive team. Defenders work hard to shut down opponents’ plays while imposing their own roles in the game as well. For March Madness game day picks, there is an element of unpredictability because of the analytics, but the latter shows Tennessee taking the victory of a high-scoring affair. However, the margin is expected to be tight, reflecting the competitive nature of both teams.
Free Pick and Prediction: Tennessee Volunteers 78, Creighton Bluejays 74.