Rice vs East Carolina Prediction 2/5/25 College Basketball Picks
East Carolina (12-10) vs Rice (11-11)
Game Info: Wednesday, February 5, 2025 at 7:00 pm (Minges Coliseum)
Betting Odds: East Carolina -7.5 -- Over/Under: 137 Click Here for the Latest Odds
Where to Watch: ESPN+
In this article, we will formulate a Rice vs East Carolina prediction for this College Basketball game on Wednesday, February 5th at Minges Coliseum in Greenville, North Carolina. Let’s take a look at the prediction for this College Basketball matchup.
Rice Owls Betting Preview
The Rice Owls are 11-11 (2-7) this year after they lost to Memphis by a score of 86-83 in their last game. Rice trailed 44-39 at halftime but did score 44 points in the second half in the loss. The Owls shot 45.2% from the field, 40% on three-pointers, and 77.3% on free throws in the game. Trae Broadnax led Rice with 19 points and six assists, while Jacob Dar added 17 points and eight rebounds in the loss.
Prior to that game, the Owls lost to South Florida by a score of 69-64 and Tulane by a score of 82-71. Rice has lost seven games in a row and they are currently second to last in the American standings. Rice has scored 70.6 points per game and they have allowed 69.5 points per game, while also averaging 39.0 rebounds and 12.0 assists per game this season. Trae Broadnax is averaging 13.0 points, 5.6 rebounds, and 4.3 assists per game, while Denver Anglin is averaging 9.5 points, 1.9 rebounds, and 0.8 assists per game this year. Rice is shooting 41.8% from the field, 68.7% on free throws, and 32.8% on three-pointers this season.
East Carolina Pirates Betting Preview
The East Carolina Pirates are 12-10 (4-5) this season after they lost to Temple in overtime by a score of 98-94 in their last game. East Carolina led 33-26 at halftime, but they allowed 50 points in the second half and another 22 in overtime for the loss. The Pirates shot 50% from the field, 26.3% on three-pointers, and 65.5% on free throws in the game. CJ Walker led East Carolina with 33 points and seven rebounds, while RJ Felton added 19 points and 12 rebounds in the game.
Prior to that loss, the Pirates defeated South Florida by a score of 64-55 and Tulsa by a score of 85-76. East Carolina has won three of their last four games and they are currently tied for seventh in the American standings. East Carolina has scored 76.2 points per game and they have allowed 72.4 points per game, while also averaging 39.0 rebounds and 12.8 assists per game this season. RJ Felton is averaging 17.9 points, 7.5 rebounds, and 2.5 assists per game, while CJ Walker is averaging 17.5 points, 6.8 rebounds, and 0.8 assists per game this year. East Carolina is shooting 43.4% from the field, 69.9% on free throws, and 30.1% on three-pointers this season.
Why Rice will beat East Carolina
- East Carolina has lost five of its last six night games after coming off overtime.
Total Points Facts
- Thirteen of East Carolina's last 15 games against the American Athletic Conference have produced a total of 140+ points.
- Six of Rice's last seven games have produced a total of 140+ points.
Rice vs East Carolina Prediction
Rice comes into this matchup on a seven-game losing streak and they will be back on the road for this game. The Owls are shooting just 41.8% from the field this year and they have allowed 75+ points in four of their last five games. East Carolina has won three of their last four games and they played pretty well in their last game against Temple, but couldn’t get the road win. The Pirates are shooting 43.4% from the field this year and they have scored 75+ points in three of their last four games. We have seen Rice string quite a few losses together recently, but they have been competitive in most of those games. Take the points with Rice here.
David’s Pick Rice +7.5
AUTHOR: David Racey
