Louisiana Ragin' Cajuns vs Old Dominion Monarchs

This NCAAB matchup features Louisiana Ragin' Cajuns (9-18 (6-7)) traveling to take on Old Dominion Monarchs (10-18 (7-6)) at Chartway Arena, Norfolk, VA. These two teams are closely matched, with both squads posting similar scoring differentials this season. This projects as a competitive contest that could go either way. Old Dominion averages 72.1 points per game, but they face a Louisiana defense that holds opponents to 75.0 PPG. The visitors' defensive prowess could limit the home team's scoring output. Meanwhile, Louisiana scores 71.7 PPG but faces a Old Dominion defense that limits opponents to 74.6 PPG. The home team's defensive effort could be the difference-maker. Home court advantage is worth approximately 3.5 points in NCAAB, and Old Dominion will look to leverage their home crowd. Our model projects Old Dominion to win by approximately 4.0 points. The 68% confidence interval ranges from Old Dominion winning by 16 to losing by 8. Our model aligns closely with the market on this one, suggesting the oddsmakers have priced this game efficiently. Look for small edges in the total and moneyline markets to capitalize on any remaining value.

Old Dominion has struggled this season at 10-18 (7-6). The wins have been hard to come by, and the team is looking for answers on both ends of the floor. Home court advantage will be critical for any chance at pulling off an upset. It's been a difficult season for Louisiana at 9-18 (6-7). Traveling to face Old Dominion presents a significant challenge, though every game is a chance to build for the future. When these teams meet, the home team typically has the edge given the crowd advantage and familiarity factor. The team that controls tempo and limits turnovers will likely dictate the outcome of this matchup.