Match Analysis: Sacred Heart Pioneers vs Holy Cross Crusaders – Prediction
Match Details
- Date: 2025-11-22
- Time: 12:00 AM UTC
- Location: William H Pitt Athletic & Convocation Center, Fairfield, Connecticut
Game Overview
Sacred Heart Pioneers host Holy Cross Crusaders in an early-season NCAA Men's Basketball matchup. Both teams are coming off losses and are looking to break losing streaks. Sacred Heart is 1-3, while Holy Cross is 1-4. The game is expected to be competitive, with both teams featuring strong defensive players and recent struggles on offense.
Key Factors to Consider
- Sacred Heart has lost three straight games, most recently falling to Queens (NC) 81-64. They are averaging 75.2 points per game and have struggled defensively, giving up 16.0 fouls per game. Holy Cross has lost four of their first five games, with their lone win coming against Hampton. They average 14.4 points per game from Joe Nugent and 13.2 from Tyler Boston. Both teams have shown inconsistency, but Sacred Heart has a slight edge in recent form and home advantage.
- Sacred Heart leads the all-time series 8-11 but has won three of the last four matchups. The most recent meeting was a 82-75 win for Holy Cross in November 2024. Sacred Heart has shown improvement in recent meetings, but Holy Cross has had success in the last encounter.
- No significant injuries reported for either team as of the latest updates.
- Sacred Heart is celebrating its 60th season of men's basketball and is returning home after three straight road games. Holy Cross is on a road trip and has struggled away from home, losing all three of their road games this season.
- Both teams are motivated to end losing streaks. Sacred Heart is looking to bounce back in front of their home crowd, while Holy Cross is seeking their second win of the season and a road victory.
Odds and Predictions
| Category | Odds | Prediction | Confidence |
|---|---|---|---|
| Moneyline | Sacred Heart Pioneers: -258, Holy Cross Crusaders: 210 | Sacred Heart Pioneers | β β β β β 70% |
| Spread | Sacred Heart Pioneers: -5.5 -115, Holy Cross Crusaders: 5.5 -105 | Sacred Heart Pioneers -5.5 | β β β ββ 65% |
| Over/under | Over: 150.5 -110, Under: 150.5 -110 | Under 150.5 | β β β β β 75% |
Top EV Betting Odds
Discover the best value bets based on our EV analysis.
| Market | EV Pick |
|---|---|
| Moneyline | Sacred Heart Pioneers -0% |
| Spread | N/A |
| Over/Under | Under 150.5 43% |
π₯ Best Value Pick: Under 150.5 at 43% EV | Suggested Bet Size: 47.5% (Kelly Criterion)
Predicted Outcome
Sacred Heart Pioneers are favored to win this matchup due to their recent form, home advantage, and strong defensive presence. However, Holy Cross has shown flashes of offensive capability and could keep the game close. The game is expected to be low-scoring, with both teams struggling to find consistent offense.
Predicted Score: Sacred Heart Pioneers 72, Holy Cross Crusaders 68