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Hofstra vs Drexel Picks and Predictions – January 3, 2026
The Hofstra Pride head to Philadelphia for a Saturday afternoon Colonial Athletic Association (CAA) showdown against the Drexel Dragons at the Daskalakis Athletic Center. Tipoff is scheduled for 2:00 PM ET, with Hofstra laying -6.5 on the road and the total set at 136.5. Both teams are looking to establish early control in CAA play, and recent form suggests this one could be closer than the number indicates.
Drexel is dangerous at home and has covered well as an underdog this season, while Hofstra continues to lean on elite guard play and tempo control. If the Dragons can slow the pace and make it a physical game in the paint, they’ll have a real shot at covering — or even pulling off the upset.
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Hofstra Pride vs Drexel Dragons Odds
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| Team | Moneyline | Spread | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hofstra Pride | -320 | -6.5 (-114) | O 136.5 |
| Drexel Dragons | +241 | +6.5 (-111) | U 136.5 |
Hofstra Pride Betting Form
Hofstra continues to ride a guard-heavy attack built on pace, spacing, and perimeter shooting. They rank near the top of the CAA in offensive efficiency, thanks in large part to their low turnover rate and elite assist-to-turnover ratio. When the Pride are locked in, they score in bunches and create mismatches with their quickness on the perimeter.
Defensively, they can be hit-or-miss. Hofstra’s smaller frontcourt has struggled against physical post players, and they often give up second-chance points. That could be an issue against a Drexel team that attacks the glass hard and generates extra possessions.
Hofstra’s backcourt health is key here, so make sure to check the Hofstra injury report ahead of tip. Full team performance data is available on the Hofstra team page.
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Drexel Dragons Betting Form
Drexel has been steady at home, where their size and defense tend to keep games close. The Dragons play at a slower pace than Hofstra and rely more on interior scoring and rebounding. They’re one of the better teams in the CAA at limiting second-chance points and keeping opponents off the free-throw line.
Offensively, they don’t shoot many threes, but they convert at a decent clip when open. Their offense tends to run through the post and midrange — not a strength in today’s analytics-driven era, but effective against teams that lack interior resistance.
Where Drexel struggles is turnovers. They give the ball away too often, especially when facing aggressive perimeter pressure. Hofstra isn’t known for its defense, but if they turn it up, the Dragons could struggle to initiate clean sets.
Depth is another concern. Make sure to monitor the Drexel injury report to confirm availability. For complete stats and trends, check out the Drexel team page.
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Hofstra vs Drexel Matchup Breakdown
This game is all about tempo and shot profile. Hofstra will try to speed things up, space the floor, and shoot over Drexel’s slower rotations. Drexel wants the opposite — a bruising, slow-possession game that favors their rebounding edge.
Key matchup edges:
- Tempo: Hofstra ranks top 3 in CAA in pace; Drexel bottom 3
- Turnover Margin: Hofstra +3.2; Drexel -1.8
- 3P%: Hofstra 36.9%; Drexel 32.1%
- Rebounding: Drexel +6 margin at home
If Hofstra gets out early, they’ll force Drexel to play catch-up, which isn’t the Dragons’ strength. But if Drexel can slow it down and make it a grind, they’ll stay inside this number and potentially flip the outcome late.
This type of style clash also opens the door for value in props, especially in player 3-pointers made or team totals.
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Hofstra vs Drexel Predictions and Best Bets
I lean Hofstra here, but not by much. The Pride have more offensive firepower and better late-game free-throw shooting, which matters when laying two or more possessions on the spread. That said, Drexel is no pushover at home — and they’ve covered in similar spots this season.
Still, Hofstra’s experience, pace, and backcourt advantage tilt this one slightly in their favor. The -6.5 number is playable, but not ideal — I’d prefer -5.5 if the market moves that way.
As for the total, 136.5 feels sharp. If Hofstra controls pace, it sneaks Over. If Drexel dictates the game, we’re looking at something like 66–61. Lean Over, cautiously.
Best Bet: Hofstra -6.5 (-114)
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