Match Analysis: Navy Midshipmen vs NJIT Highlanders – Prediction
Match Details
- Date: 2025-11-22
- Time: 5:00 PM UTC
- Location: Alumni Hall, Annapolis, Maryland
Game Overview
The Navy Midshipmen host the NJIT Highlanders in a non-conference NCAA men's basketball game. Navy has a 2-3 record this season while NJIT stands at 3-2. Navy is favored strongly on home court with odds indicating a significant advantage.
Key Factors to Consider
- Navy Midshipmen have struggled early with a 2-3 record but benefit from home court advantage. NJIT Highlanders are slightly better at 3-2 but have faced tougher recent losses including a 75-43 defeat to Drexel. Navy averages around 89.8 points per game in recent stats while NJIT's key scorer D. Bolden puts up 13.6 PPG.
- The teams have only met once recently with NJIT winning 69-64 on 07.12.24. The matchup history slightly favors NJIT but is very limited.
- No specific injury reports available for either team at this time, indicating likely full rosters.
- The game is at Navy's Alumni Hall, providing them home fan support. Both teams are mid-tier with no noted distractions or anomalies influencing performance.
- Navy aims to recover from a losing start in front of their home crowd, boosting motivation. NJIT seeks to maintain their positive record and avenge previous season's loss, adding competitive impetus.
Odds and Predictions
| Category | Odds | Prediction | Confidence |
|---|---|---|---|
| Moneyline | Navy Midshipmen: -1600, NJIT Highlanders: 860 | Navy Midshipmen | β β β β β 85% |
| Spread | Navy Midshipmen: -14.5 -110, NJIT Highlanders: +14.5 -110 | Navy Midshipmen -14.5 | β β β β β 75% |
| Over/under | Over: 142.5 -110, Under: 142.5 -110 | Over 142.5 | β β β ββ 60% |
Top EV Betting Odds
Discover the best value bets based on our EV analysis.
| Market | EV Pick |
|---|---|
| Moneyline | Navy Midshipmen -9% |
| Spread | N/A |
| Over/Under | Over 142.5 15% |
π₯ Best Value Pick: Over 142.5 at 15% EV | Suggested Bet Size: 16% (Kelly Criterion)
Predicted Outcome
Navy Midshipmen are predicted to leverage their home advantage and stronger recent form to win the game, likely covering the large -14.5 point spread. The teams combined should produce a score close to the over/under line set at 142.5 points.
Predicted Score: Navy Midshipmen 78 – 63 NJIT Highlanders