Wright State (9-9) vs IPFW (13-6)
January 15, 2025 at 07:00 PM EST
The Line: Betting Odds: Wright State +1 — Over/Under: 152.5
The Purdue Fort Wayne Mastodons and Wright State Raiders meet Wednesday in college basketball action at the Nutter Center. Here’s a Purdue Fort Wayne vs Wright State Prediction. This article will include a Purdue Fort Wayne vs Wright State Pick.
Purdue Fort Wayne Mastodons Betting Preview
The Purdue Fort Wayne Mastodons beat Milwaukee and Detroit, and they play Oakland, IUPUI, and Cleveland State next. The Purdue Fort Wayne Mastodons are averaging 82.5 points on 47.8 percent shooting and allowing 72.6 points on 46.1 percent shooting. Jalen Jackson is averaging 19.1 points and 3.3 assists, while Rasheed Bello is averaging 14.4 points and 2.3 rebounds. Corey Hadnot II is the third double-digit scorer and Eric Mulder is grabbing 6.8 rebounds. The Purdue Fort Wayne Mastodons are shooting 38.1 percent from beyond the arc and 76.1 percent from the free throw line. The Purdue Fort Wayne Mastodons are allowing 33.7 percent shooting from deep and are grabbing 27.3 rebounds per game.
Wright State Raiders Betting Preview
The Wright State Raiders beat Oakland, lost to Robert Morris, and they play Northern Kentucky, Milwaukee, and Detroit next. The Wright State Raiders are averaging 75.4 points on 48.9 percent shooting and allowing 71.7 points on 44.8 percent shooting. Brandon Noel is averaging 18.5 points and 7.6 rebounds, while Alex Huibregtse is averaging 14.2 points and 3.3 rebounds. Jack Doumbia is the third double-digit scorer, and Andrea Holden is dishing 0.3 assists. The Wright State Raiders are shooting 37.8 percent from beyond the arc and 72.2 percent from the free throw line. The Wright State Raiders are allowing 34.1 percent shooting from deep and are grabbing 30.8 rebounds per game.
Why the Wright State Raiders will win
- The home team has won each of Purdue Fort Wayne’s last four games.
- Purdue Fort Wayne has lost three of its last four road games against the Horizon League.
Why the Purdue Fort Wayne Mastodons will win
- Purdue Fort Wayne has won eight of its last nine night games against the Horizon League.
Total Points Facts
- Each of Wright State’s last seven games against the Horizon League Conference has produced a total of 152 or fewer points.
- Four of Purdue Fort Wayne’s last five night games against non-AP-ranked opponents have produced a total of 154+ points.
Matchup/League Facts
- Wright State ranks 38th among Division 1 teams for a three-point percentage this season (37.8%).
- Wright State ranks 41st among Division 1 teams for effective field goal percentage this season (56.0%).
- Purdue Fort Wayne ranks 7th among Division 1 teams for opponent steals per game this season (4.9).
- Purdue Fort Wayne ranks 355th among Division 1 teams for rebounds per game this season (30.2).
Purdue Fort Wayne vs Wright State Injury Report
Neither Purdue Fort Wayne nor Wright State has a player listed on its injury report.
Purdue Fort Wayne vs Wright State Prediction
The Wright State Raiders will like their chances at home, where they’re 6-1 SU, but I’m leaning toward the Mastodons on the road. The Purdue Fort Wayne Mastodons have racked up three road wins this season, so they’re not going to be scared of the moment. Also, Purdue Fort Wayne has produced five straight covers to improve to 12-5 ATS on the season. Purdue Fort Wayne is one of the best cover teams in the country and has scored 90 points in two of its last three games. If Wright State doesn’t shoot the ball well, this could be a home loss for the Raiders. I’ll lean toward the Mastodons.