Match Analysis: Utah Utes vs Holy Cross Crusaders - Prediction
Match Details
- Date: 2025-11-10
- Time: 2:00 AM UTC
- Location: Salt Lake City, UT
Game Overview
Utah Utes host Holy Cross Crusaders in early season non-conference play. Utah is 2-0 with two hard-fought wins, while Holy Cross is 0-2 with two blowout losses, including a 98-53 defeat at No. 8 BYU. The Utes are in the third of six straight home games; Holy Cross is winless on the road.
Key Factors to Consider
- Utah has proven it can win close games and is averaging 88 points per game. Holy Cross is struggling, averaging only 66 points per game and shooting poorly from the field (35% overall, 13.6% from three in their last outing)[2][7]. Utahβs offense is led by Terrence Brown (36 points last game) and Don McHenry (26 points, four 3-pointers), while Holy Cross lacks offensive firepower.
- No recent direct head-to-head history found; Utah is in superior current form[3][4].
- No major injuries reported for either team; Utah returns its top rotation player, Keanu Dawes, who is in good form (11 points, 14 rebounds last game)[2].
- Utah is in the middle of a long home stand, while Holy Cross is in a tough stretch of road games against much stronger opponents. Home court advantage is significant in this instance.
- Utah is building momentum in its new coaching era and needs to establish dominance at home. Holy Cross is seeking its first win but is overmatched here.
Odds and Predictions
| Category | Odds | Prediction | Confidence |
|---|---|---|---|
| Moneyline | Utah -7000, Holy Cross +2000 | Utah wins | β β β β β 98% |
| Spread | Utah -21.5 -110, Holy Cross +21.5 -110 | Utah covers -21.5 | β β β β β 85% |
| Over/under | Over 156.5 -110, Under 156.5 -110 | Over 156.5 | β β β β β 70% |
Top EV Betting Odds
Discover the best value bets based on our EV analysis.
| Market | EV Pick |
|---|---|
| Moneyline | Utah Utes 1958% |
| Spread | N/A |
| Over/Under | Over 156.5 24% |
π₯ Best Value Pick: Utah Utes at 1958% EV | Suggested Bet Size: 97.9% (Kelly Criterion)
Predicted Outcome
Utah dominates the Crusaders with its superior offense, depth, and home court. Holy Cross lacks the defense or scoring to keep this close.
Predicted Score: Utah 94, Holy Cross 65
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