Match Analysis: Rutgers Scarlet Knights vs Maine Black Bears – Prediction
Match Details
- Date: 2025-11-10
- Time: 11:30 PM UTC
- Location: Jersey Mike's Arena, Piscataway, NJ
Game Overview
Rutgers Scarlet Knights (1-0) host Maine Black Bears (0-2) in a non-conference NCAA basketball match. Rutgers enters undefeated, showing strong home court advantage and solid recent performances, while Maine struggles with poor shooting and rebounding in their opening losses.
Key Factors to Consider
- Rutgers won their opener decisively with an 81-53 victory featuring high efficiency from key players, while Maine has lost both games, struggling with field goal percentage (below 32%) and rebounding deficits.
- No recent documented direct H2H matchups in 2025 season, but Rutgers' home dominance is clear, winning 14 straight night games at Jersey Mikeβs Arena following a home win.
- No significant injuries reported for Rutgers or Maine; Maine's Dorian Jones is redshirting this season and not a factor.
- Game played at Rutgers' home venue, strong home court factor favoring Rutgers; media coverage suggests public betting is balanced but confidence is higher on Rutgers.
- Rutgers motivated to maintain unbeaten start and extend home winning streak, Maine under pressure after 0-2 start and low morale from poor shooting performances.
Odds and Predictions
| Category | Odds | Prediction | Confidence |
|---|---|---|---|
| Moneyline | home: -4500, away: 1400 | Rutgers Scarlet Knights | β β β β β 92% |
| Spread | home: -110, away: -110 | Rutgers Scarlet Knights -19.5 | β β β β β 90% |
| Over/under | over: -110, under: -114 | Under 135.5 points | β β β β β 75% |
Top EV Betting Odds
Discover the best value bets based on our EV analysis.
| Market | EV Pick |
|---|---|
| Moneyline | Rutgers Scarlet Knights -4% |
| Spread | N/A |
| Over/Under | Under 135.5 31% |
π₯ Best Value Pick: Under 135.5 at 31% EV | Suggested Bet Size: 35.8% (Kelly Criterion)
Predicted Outcome
Rutgers Scarlet Knights to win moneyline, cover the 19.5-point spread, and the game to finish under 135.5 points
Predicted Score: Rutgers 75 – Maine 53