William & Mary (15-11) vs Drexel (13-13)
February 15, 2025 at 02:00 PM EST
The Line: Betting Odds: William & Mary -3.5 — Over/Under: 144.5
In this article, we will formulate a Drexel vs William & Mary prediction for this College Basketball game on Saturday, February 15th at Kaplan Arena in Williamsburg, Virginia. Let’s take a look at the prediction for this College Basketball matchup.
Drexel Dragons Betting Preview
The Drexel Dragons are 13-13 (5-8) this year after they lost to Hampton by a score of 63-58 in their last game. Drexel trailed 27-26 at halftime and allowed 36 points in the second half in the close loss. The Dragons shot 42.6% from the field, 19% on three-pointers, and 40% on free throws in the game. Yame Butler led Drexel with 11 points and six rebounds, while Shane Blakeney added 11 points and five rebounds in the loss.
Prior to that game, the Dragons lost to UNC Wilmington by a score of 81-79 but did beat William & Mary by a score of 86-66 before that. Drexel has lost four of their last five games and they are currently tied for ninth in the CAA standings with a 5-8 record. Drexel has scored 70.4 points per game and they have allowed 66.8 points per game, while also averaging 37.9 rebounds and 13.1 assists per game this season. Yame Butler is averaging 14.2 points, 4.8 rebounds, and 1.8 assists per game, while Kobe MaGee is averaging 14.0 points, 5.5 rebounds, and 1.8 assists per game this year. Drexel is shooting 45.4% from the field, 68.1% on free throws, and 35.1% on three-pointers this season.
William & Mary Tribe Betting Preview
The William & Mary Tribe are 15-11 (9-4) this season after they defeated Hofstra by a score of 61-60 in their last game. William & Mary trailed 34-33 at halftime, but they only allowed 26 points in the second half for the win. The Tribe shot 46.7% from the field, 31.8% on three-pointers, and 63.2% on free throws in the game. Chase Lowe led William & Mary with 15 points and four rebounds, while Gabe Dorsey added 14 points and six rebounds in the game.
Prior to that win, the Tribe lost to Delaware by a score of 74-64 and Drexel by a score of 86-66. William & Mary has lost three of their last five games and they are currently tied for third in the CAA standings with a 9-4 record. William & Mary has scored 78.7 points per game and they have allowed 76.1 points per game, while also averaging 35.2 rebounds and 16.7 assists per game this season. Gabe Dorsey is averaging 12.9 points, 3.3 rebounds, and 0.9 steals per game, while Chase Lowe is averaging 8.7 points, 5.3 rebounds, and 2.9 assists per game this year. William & Mary is shooting 45.6% from the field, 72.5% on free throws, and 34.3% on three-pointers this season.
Why William & Mary will beat Drexel
- William & Mary has won each of its last 12 games at Kaplan Arena against non-AP-ranked opponents.
- Drexel has lost each of its last four road games against the Coastal Athletic Association.
- William & Mary has won the first half in five of its last six day games at Kaplan Arena.
Total Points Facts
- Each of William & Mary’s last six day games at Kaplan Arena has produced a total of 151+ points.
- Eight of Drexel’s last nine road games against the Coastal Athletic Association have produced a total of 131 or fewer points.
Drexel vs William & Mary Prediction
William & Mary comes into this matchup struggling over the last few weeks, but they are still one of the better teams in the CAA and they will be at home for this game. The Tribe are shooting 45.6% from the field this year, but their defense hasn’t been great, as they have allowed 74+ points in four of their last five games. Drexel has also had some recent struggles and they are just 5-8 in conference play. The Dragons aren’t the highest-scoring team offensively, but they are allowing just 66.8 points against per game this season. Drexel did win the first meeting with William & Mary by a score of 86-66, but I can’t take the Dragons on the road. Take the Tribe here.