Loyola Chicago vs Davidson Prediction 2/18/25 College Basketball Picks

In this article, we will formulate a Loyola Chicago vs Davidson prediction for this College Basketball game on Tuesday, February 18th at John M. Belk Arena in Davidson, North Carolina. Let’s take a look at the prediction for this College Basketball matchup.

Loyola Chicago Ramblers Betting Preview

The Loyola Chicago Ramblers are 16-9 (7-5) this year after they defeated St. Louis by a score of 78-69 in their last game. Loyola Chicago trailed 37-35 at halftime, but they scored 43 points in the second half for the comeback win. The Ramblers shot 43.1% from the field, 50% on three-pointers, and 76.2% on free throws in the game. Jayden Dawson led Loyola with 26 points and three rebounds, while Sheldon Edwards Jr. added 17 points and two steals in the game. 

Prior to that victory, the Ramblers defeated Richmond by a score of 87-80 but did lose to Duquesne by a score of 69-56 before that. Loyola Chicago has won four of their last five games and they are currently fourth in the A-10 standings with a 7-5 record. Loyola Chicago has scored 73.8 points per game and they have allowed 68.8 points per game, while also averaging 35 rebounds and 16.0 assists per game this season. Jayden Dawson is averaging 13.0 points, 3.2 rebounds, and 1.8 assists per game, while Des Watson is averaging 12.7 points, 3.7 rebounds, and 2.7 assists per game this year. Loyola Chicago is shooting 46.1% from the field, 67.2% on free throws, and 35.5% on three-pointers this season.  

Davidson Wildcats Betting Preview

The Davidson Wildcats are 15-10 (5-7) this season after they lost to George Washington by a score of 74-67 in their last game. Davidson trailed 32-27 at halftime and they allowed 42 points in the second half in the loss. The Wildcats shot 43.4% from the field, 27.3% on three-pointers, and 100% on free throws in the game. Bobby Durkin led Davidson with 21 points and seven rebounds, while Zach Laput added 17 points and three rebounds in the game. 

Prior to that loss, the Wildcats defeated UMass by a score of 77-68 and Richmond by a score of 71-60. Davidson has lost three of their last five games and they are currently near the bottom of the A-10 standings with a 5-7 record. Davidson has scored 74.2 points per game and they have allowed 70.3 points per game, while also averaging 33.8 rebounds and 15.4 assists per game this season. Reed Bailey is averaging 19.9 points, 6.3 rebounds, and 3.8 assists per game, while Bobby Durkin is averaging 15.0 points, 6.0 rebounds, and 2.0 assists per game this year. Davidson is shooting 46.4% from the field, 74.7% on free throws, and 34.7% on three-pointers this season. 

Why Loyola will beat Davidson

• Loyola (IL) has won 12 of its last 15 night games against non-AP-ranked opponents.
• Davidson has lost each of its last five Tuesday games against Conference opponents.
• The road team has won the first half in each of Davidson’s last three games.

Total Points Facts

• Each of Davidson’s last five home night games against Conference opponents have produced a total of 139 or fewer points.
• Nine of Loyola (IL)’s last 12 road games against the Atlantic 10 Conference have produced a total of 141+ points.

Loyola Chicago vs Davidson Prediction 

Loyola Chicago comes into this contest after winning four of their last five games and they are moving up in the A-10 standings. The Ramblers are shooting 46.1% from the field this year and they have scored at least 77 points in three of their last four games. Loyola Chicago has had plenty of success at home this year, but they are just 1-4 in their last five road games. Davidson has won two of their last three games and they are shooting 46.4% from the field this season. The Wildcats are only 1-3 in their last four home games and they have not played very well over the last month. Take Loyola and the points here.