Match Analysis: South Dakota Coyotes vs South Carolina St Bulldogs – Prediction
Match Details
- Date: 2025-11-23
- Time: 7:00 PM UTC
- Location: Sanford Coyote Sports Center, Vermillion, South Dakota
Game Overview
The South Dakota Coyotes will host the South Carolina State Bulldogs in an NCAA Men’s basketball game. South Dakota enters with a 3-3 record overall and a stronger home performance (3-1) while South Carolina State struggles with a 0-5 start and a poor recent defensive record, allowing an average of 87 points over the last five games. This disparity positions South Dakota favorably for the contest.
Key Factors to Consider
- South Dakota has shown moderate success with a 3-3 record, performing well at home (3-1), whereas South Carolina State is winless at 0-5 and has allowed high scoring by opponents recently, averaging 87 points against in their last five games. Key players include South Dakota's Isaac Bruns averaging 16.8 PPG and South Carolina State's Owen Bronston Jr. at 12.2 PPG.
- There is limited recent head-to-head data available between these teams, but South Dakota’s stronger season performance and home advantage suggest a historical edge.
- No specific injury updates are available for either team in the current data.
- The game is played at South Dakota's home arena which has favored them historically in this season. South Carolina State’s ongoing rough patch could affect morale and performance.
- South Dakota seeks to build on their home success and capitalize on South Carolina State’s poor form, while South Carolina State is motivated to end their losing streak.
Odds and Predictions
| Category | Odds | Prediction | Confidence |
|---|---|---|---|
| Moneyline | South Dakota Coyotes: -600, South Carolina St Bulldogs: 420 | South Dakota Coyotes to win | ★★★★☆ 85% |
| Spread | South Dakota Coyotes: -11.5 (-105), South Carolina St Bulldogs: +11.5 (-115) | South Dakota Coyotes to cover the -11.5 spread | ★★★★☆ 78% |
| Over/under | Over 163.5: -110, Under 163.5: -114 | Under 163.5 total points | ★★★☆☆ 65% |
Top EV Betting Odds
Discover the best value bets based on our EV analysis.
| Market | EV Pick |
|---|---|
| Moneyline | South Dakota Coyotes -1% |
| Spread | N/A |
| Over/Under | Under 163.5 22% |
🔥 Best Value Pick: Under 163.5 at 22% EV | Suggested Bet Size: 25.1% (Kelly Criterion)
Predicted Outcome
South Dakota Coyotes are favored to win decisively given their home advantage, better recent form, and South Carolina State's defensive struggles.
Predicted Score: South Dakota Coyotes 85 – South Carolina St Bulldogs 70
