Match Analysis: Notre Dame Fighting Irish vs Eastern Illinois Panthers – Prediction
Match Details
- Date: 2025-11-12
- Time: 12:30 AM UTC
- Location: Purcell Pavilion, South Bend
Game Overview
The matchup features Notre Dame Fighting Irish hosting Eastern Illinois Panthers. Notre Dame enters undefeated at 2-0 with superior scoring efficiency and rebounding, while Eastern Illinois is 1-1. Notre Dame is a heavy favorite, with dominant early season stats and sharp shooting led by Markus Burton.
Key Factors to Consider
- Notre Dame averages 95.5 points per game, shooting 50.8% from the field with strong rebounding (44.5 RPG) and assist numbers (17.0 APG), while Eastern Illinois has a modest 1-1 record and less efficient offense.
- Limited recent direct matchups due to differing conference schedules, but Notre Dame has consistently outperformed Eastern Illinois in past contests historically.
- Notre Dame's forward Jalen Haralson is questionable with a concussion, which could impact frontcourt depth; Eastern Illinois has no major injury concerns reported.
- The game is played at Notre Dame's home court, providing a strong crowd advantage and familiar environment for the Fighting Irish.
- Notre Dame aims to maintain an undefeated start and strong statement within ACC play, while Eastern Illinois seeks an upset but faces major talent and experience gaps.
Odds and Predictions
| Category | Odds | Prediction | Confidence |
|---|---|---|---|
| Moneyline | Notre Dame Fighting Irish: -9000, Eastern Illinois Panthers: +2500 | Notre Dame Fighting Irish | β β β β β 95% |
| Spread | Notre Dame Fighting Irish -24.5: -112, Eastern Illinois Panthers +24.5: -108 | Notre Dame Fighting Irish -24.5 | β β β β β 90% |
| Over/under | Over 144.5: -112, Under 144.5: -108 | Under 144.5 | β β β ββ 60% |
Top EV Betting Odds
Discover the best value bets based on our EV analysis.
| Market | EV Pick |
|---|---|
| Moneyline | Notre Dame Fighting Irish -5% |
| Spread | N/A |
| Over/Under | Under 144.5 16% |
π₯ Best Value Pick: Under 144.5 at 16% EV | Suggested Bet Size: 16.8% (Kelly Criterion)
Predicted Outcome
Notre Dame Fighting Irish to win straight up, cover the spread, and the total points to go under 144.5.
Predicted Score: Notre Dame Fighting Irish 83 – Eastern Illinois Panthers 56