- Betting odds for Dayton Vs. Davidson are one-sided but there could be an upset if Davidson clicks on all cylinders.
- Dayton is currently ranked number four and on a 17-game win streak.
- Davidson is having a season to forget but on paper, their scoring numbers look good.
DAYTON, Ohio — Dayton is set to put their 17-game win streak on the line tonight as they host Davidson in what looks to be a sure win but has a slight possibility of an upset.
If this were to be an upset, Dayton would take a decent hit as their conference is not strong to begin with. Both teams know how to score the ball well, but college basketball bettors, should keep in mind it will be up to the team’s defense to decide their fate.
Betting Odds
Going into tonight, online sportsbooks have Dayton holding a -10.5 spread in their favor. Their money line odds are at +465 while Davidson’s is at -605. The Over/Under for total points scored is 140 with the under being favored at -117 and the Over odds sitting at -103.
In terms of the spread, Dayton has beaten a 10.5 point spread in 11 games during their 17-game win streak. As for Davidson, seven of their last 12 losses have not beaten a 10.5 spread so there is some positivity there.
As for the Over/Under, Dayton is able to score well but they also give up a lot of points. During their win streak, they have given up 60 or more points on 12 occasions.
The fact that Dayton allows those kinds of points often could benefit Davidson as in 12 of their last 13 games they scored 70 or more points. The Over bet should definitely be considered on this one as it is heating up to be a defenseless high scoring game.
Every game that Dayton goes into should be considered upset worthy as they play in a weaker conference. Davidson could very well be the team to pull off this upset if they are able to score like they do and make an impact on the defensive end.
Dayton
Dayton has been one of those surprising teams this year, and by surprising meaning surprisingly over ranked. Not to take anything away from their impressive 26-2 record, but they have only played one ranked team this season and they lost.
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It is an impressive record but it comes in a weak Atlantic 10 conference which does not do it any justice.
They have been ranked since going 5-1 with that one loss being to a third-ranked Kansas. They immediately jumped to the 19th spot in the top-25. Obi Toppin, however, has been an impressive player for them this season as he leads the team in points, rebounds, and blocks.
Whether bettors value their conference or not, Dayton is headed to March Madness with Toppin leading the way.
Davidson
Davidson has had a season to forget as they’re a mediocre 15-12. Probably the only positive thing coming out of this season is their ability to score the ball. In 18 of their 27 games this season they’ve put up 70 or more points.
There are two main factors that need to come into play if Davidson really wants a chance at pulling off an upset. The first one being to contain Obi Toppin. Toppin has been on a roll averaging 19.7 ppg, 7.7 rpg and 1.3 blk. If they could get the ball in anyone else’s hands they should.
Secondly, they would need to step up on defense. In 14 games this season they have allowed 70+ points which is unacceptable. If both of those factors come together than watch out.
The game tips off tonight at 7:00 p.m. EST on ESPN2.
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