Match Analysis: Marquette Golden Eagles vs Indiana Hoosiers – Prediction
Match Details
- Date: 2025-11-09
- Time: 6:00 PM UTC
- Location: United Center, Chicago, Illinois
Game Overview
Indiana Hoosiers (1-0) face Marquette Golden Eagles (2-0) in the Waterkeeper Alliance Invitational. Both teams enter undefeated, with Indiana favored by 2.5 points. The matchup features strong early-season form and a recent history of low-scoring games between these programs.
Key Factors to Consider
- Indiana dominated Alabama A&M 98-51, shooting 62.1% and holding opponents to 51 points. Marquette beat Albany 80-53 and Southern 100-82, averaging 90 PPG but facing weaker competition. Indianaβs defense has been elite, while Marquetteβs offense is efficient but untested against top-tier teams.
- Indiana won the last meeting 96-73 and leads the all-time series 8-2. Recent H2H games have been low-scoring, with Indianaβs defense stifling Marquette.
- No significant injuries reported for either team.
- Neutral site at United Center. Both teams are motivated by early-season tournament implications and national exposure.
- Both teams are highly motivated to remain undefeated and prove themselves in a high-profile matchup. Indiana seeks to establish itself as a top-tier program, while Marquette looks to avenge recent losses to Indiana.
Odds and Predictions
| Category | Odds | Prediction | Confidence |
|---|---|---|---|
| Moneyline | home: 128, away: -154 | Indiana Hoosiers | Not available |
| Spread | home: -114, away: -106 | Indiana Hoosiers -2.5 | Not available |
| Over/under | over: -110, under: -110 | Under 153.5 | Not available |
Top EV Betting Odds
Discover the best value bets based on our EV analysis.
| Market | EV Pick |
|---|---|
| Moneyline | Indiana Hoosiers 7% |
| Spread | N/A |
| Over/Under | Under 153.5 34% |
π₯ Best Value Pick: Under 153.5 at 34% EV | Suggested Bet Size: 37% (Kelly Criterion)
Predicted Outcome
Indiana wins a close, low-scoring game, covering the spread and keeping the total under 153.5.
Predicted Score: Indiana 76, Marquette 72