Match Analysis: Saint Mary's Gaels vs Pepperdine Waves – Prediction
Match Details
- Date: March 11, 2025
- Time: 1:00 AM UTC
- Location: Orleans Arena, Las Vegas, NV
Game Overview
Saint Mary's Gaels, ranked #21, face Pepperdine Waves in the West Coast Conference semifinals. Saint Mary's has dominated recent matchups, winning nine of the last ten games against Pepperdine.
Key Factors to Consider
- Saint Mary's has shown strong form, with a 27-4 record and a seven-game winning streak. Pepperdine, with a 13-21 record, has struggled against top opponents.
- Saint Mary's has a significant advantage in head-to-head matchups, winning nine of the last ten games against Pepperdine.
- No recent injury updates are available for either team.
- The game is played at a neutral site, which might reduce home-court advantages but could favor Saint Mary's due to their recent performance.
- Both teams are highly motivated, but Saint Mary's has more at stake given their ranking and conference standing.
Odds and Predictions
| Category | Odds | Prediction | Confidence |
|---|---|---|---|
| Moneyline | Pepperdine Waves: +1600, Saint Mary's Gaels: -4000 | Saint Mary's Gaels | ★★★★★ 95% |
| Spread | Pepperdine Waves: +20.5 -112, Saint Mary's Gaels: -20.5 -108 | Saint Mary's Gaels | ★★★★☆ 80% |
| Over_under | Over 136.5: -105, Under 136.5: -115 | Over 136.5 | ★★★☆☆ 55% |
Predicted Outcome
Saint Mary's Gaels are expected to win due to their strong recent form and dominance over Pepperdine.
Predicted Score: Saint Mary's Gaels 80, Pepperdine Waves 60
