The Utah Valley Wolverines will face off against the North Dakota Fighting Hawks in a mid-major showdown.
The game, tipping off at 1:00 p.m. ET, is poised to be an exciting matchup with two teams eager to make their mark early in the season.
Utah Valley, led by head coach Todd Phillips, boasts a 2-0 record, recently securing a dominant 89-60 victory over UTEP. Its star players, Dominick Nelson and Tanner Toolson, are critical to their offensive strategy, with both players showcasing strong shooting ability from beyond the arc.
On the other side, North Dakota, coached by Paul Sather, enters the game with a 1-1 record, having faltered 82-56 against a sturdy Colorado State team. Key players Treysen Eaglestaff and Mier Panoam will look to rally and exploit any defensive lapses by Utah Valley.
Against the spread last season, Utah Valley had an even 16-16 record, while North Dakota was slightly better at 18-14.
With the line set at Utah Valley -5.5 and an over/under of 145.5, this game offers intriguing betting angles.
Here’s a Utah Valley at North Dakota prediction and pick for the first college basketball game of today's slate.
Utah Valley vs. North Dakota Odds
- Utah Valley at North Dakota Spread: Utah Valley -5.5 (-115), North Dakota +5.5 (-105)
- Utah Valley at North Dakota Over/Under: 145.5 (Over -115, Under -108)
- Utah Valley at North Dakota Moneyline: Utah Valley -245, North Dakota +195
The betting landscape suggests a strong inclination toward