Elon vs Drexel Prediction 3/8/25 College Basketball Picks

In this article, we will formulate an Elon vs Drexel prediction for this College Basketball game on Saturday, March 8th at CareFirst Arena in Washington, DC. Let’s take a look at the prediction for this College Basketball matchup.

Elon Phoenix Betting Preview

The Elon Phoenix are 17-14 (8-10) this year after they lost to Stony Brook by a score of 71-66 in their last game. Elon trailed 38-29 at halftime, but they did outscore Stony Brook 37-33 in the second half of the loss. The Phoenix shot 43.4% from the field, 34.5% on three-pointers, and 90.9% on free throws in the game. TK Simpkins led Elon with 19 points and five assists, while Andrew King added 17 points and five rebounds in the loss. 

Prior to that game, the Phoenix lost to Monmouth by a score of 79-76 and William & Mary by a score of 79-70. Elon has lost three games in a row and they finished tied for ninth in the CAA standings with an 8-10 record. Elon has scored 73.6 points per game and they have allowed 69.1 points per game, while also averaging 40.3 rebounds and 12.2 assists per game this season. TK Simpkins is averaging 16.2 points, 3.2 rebounds, and 2.6 assists per game, while TJ Simpkins is averaging 14.7 points, 3.9 rebounds, and 3.0 assists per game this year. Elon is shooting 44% from the field, 74.6% on free throws, and 32.5% on three-pointers this season. 

Drexel Dragons Betting Preview

The Drexel Dragons are 17-14 (9-9) this season after they defeated Monmouth by a score of 71-61 in their last game. Drexel trailed 34-33 at halftime, but they held Monmouth to just 27 points in the second half for the win. The Dragons shot 43.4% from the field, 44.4% on three-pointers, and 73.9% on free throws in the game. Yame Butler led Drexel with 20 points and four rebounds, while Kobe MaGee added 15 points and eight rebounds in the game. 

Prior to that win, the Dragons defeated Hampton by a score of 53-52 and Charleston by a score of 64-55. Drexel has won four games in a row and they finished tied for seventh in the CAA standings with a 9-9 record. Drexel has scored 69.5 points per game and they have allowed 66.2 points per game, while also averaging 37.1 rebounds and 12.9 assists per game this season. Kobe MaGee is averaging 13.7 points, 5.6 rebounds, and 1.9 assists per game, while Yame Butler is averaging 13.6 points, 4.6 rebounds, and 1.6 assists per game this year. Drexel is shooting 45.5% from the field, 69.4% on free throws, and 35.1% on three-pointers this season. 

Why Drexel will beat Elon 

• Drexel has won each of its last four games against the Coastal Athletic Association.
• Elon has lost each of its last four games against the Coastal Athletic Association at Entertainment and Sports Arena.
• Elon has lost the first half in five of its last six games against Conference opponents at neutral venues.

Matchup/League Facts

• Drexel ranks 30th among Division 1 teams for opponent three-point percentage this season (30.5%).
• Drexel ranks 34th among Division 1 teams for opponent points per game this season (66.2).
• Elon ranks 17th among Division 1 teams for rebound percentage this season (55.2%).
• Elon ranks 18th among Division 1 teams for opponent free throws made per game this season (10.5).

Elon vs Drexel Prediction 

Drexel comes into this matchup looking for their fifth win in a row and they are getting hot at the right time. The Dragons are shooting 45.5% from the field this year and they have allowed 61 points or fewer in three straight games. Elon is looking to snap a three-game losing streak and they allowed 79 points in two of those three losses. The Phoenix are shooting 44% from the field this year, but they are averaging over 40 rebounds per game. Elon won the first meeting with Drexel by a score of 65-54, but these two teams are trending in opposite directions coming into the CAA Tournament. I do think either team could win this game, but I will go with Drexel, who is the much hotter team right now. 

David Racey's Pick: Drexel ML