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Idaho Vandals vs Bakersfield Roadrunners Betting Preview
The Idaho Vandals enter 8-4 and look to extend their winning ways, while the Bakersfield Roadrunners aim to defend home court in this non-conference matchup at the Icardo Center.
Line Movement and Odds
Idaho opened as a slight favorite, with the line reflecting confidence in their offensive firepower. Current market:
- Idaho Spread: -4.5 (-110)
- Bakersfield Spread: +4.5 (-112)
- Idaho MoneyLine: -199
- Bakersfield MoneyLine: +159
- Total: 151.5 (-110)
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Matchup Breakdown
Idaho Outlook
Idaho averages 82.7 points per game, with Kolton Mitchell and Biko Johnson leading the offense. Their perimeter shooting (11.9 threes per game, 9th nationally) and effective field goal percentage (55.6%) highlight efficiency. Their 4-4 road record underscores competitiveness, while free-throw accuracy (76.7%) adds stability in close games.
Bakersfield Outlook
Bakersfield averages 73.5 points per game, with Ronald Jessamy, CJ Hardy, and Dailin Smith providing scoring depth. Their free-throw production (12th nationally) and home record (4-2) highlight strengths. Their 5-8 overall record reflects inconsistency, though their recent 97-66 win over Nobel Knights underscores offensive potential.
Key Matchup / Path to Victory
The game hinges on Idaho’s ability to maintain perimeter accuracy, while Bakersfield must lean on Jessamy and Hardy to pace the offense. If Idaho controls tempo and boards, their depth should create separation.
Injuries / Availability
Idaho: No injury updates provided.
Bakersfield: No injury updates provided.
Environment
The Icardo Center provides Bakersfield with a strong home-court edge, where they are 4-2 this season. Idaho’s balanced road record highlights their ability to compete away from home.
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Best Bets and Prediction
Projected Final Score: Idaho 80, Bakersfield 73
- Idaho -4.5 → Best Bet. Their perimeter shooting and offensive efficiency make them the sharper side.
- Over 151.5 → Total play. Both teams’ scoring averages point toward a combined score above the line.
Idaho’s depth and shooting should dictate the game. Expect the Vandals to cover, while the total trends over due to Bakersfield’s free-throw production.
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