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Dartmouth Big Green vs Yale Bulldogs Betting Preview
The Dartmouth Big Green travel to New Haven to face the Yale Bulldogs in an Ivy League showdown at the John J. Lee Amphitheater. Dartmouth enters with a 9-9 record and looks to rebound after a loss to Columbia, while Yale aims to extend its dominant 15-3 season with a strong home mark of 9-1. With the Bulldogs favored by 15.5 points, this contest highlights a battle between Dartmouth’s perimeter shooting and Yale’s offensive efficiency.
Line Movement and Odds
Yale enters as the heavy favorite, but Dartmouth’s three-point shooting makes this line worth monitoring. Current market:
- Dartmouth Spread: +15.5 (-115)
- Yale Spread: -15.5 (-110)
- Dartmouth MoneyLine: +745
- Yale MoneyLine: -1375
- Total: 156.5 (-110)
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Matchup Breakdown
Dartmouth Outlook
The Big Green average 72.1 points per game, with Kareem Thomas, Brandon Mitchell-Day, and Connor Amundsen leading the offense. Mitchell-Day’s 20 points and 11 rebounds vs Columbia highlighted his versatility, while Thomas’ 17.9 points per game showcase his consistency. Dartmouth’s efficiency (9-9 overall record; 10.9 made threes per game, 28th nationally; 38.3% three-point shooting, 34th nationally) underscores their strengths. Their ability to shoot from deep makes them dangerous even as heavy underdogs.
Yale Outlook
The Bulldogs average 84 points per game, with Nick Townsend, Isaac Celiscar, and Matt Knowling driving production. Townsend’s 17 points and nine rebounds vs Penn highlighted his dominance, while Celiscar’s double-double showcased his all-around game. Yale’s efficiency (15-3 overall record; 9-1 at home; 50.2% FG, 18th nationally; 41.3% three-point shooting, 13th nationally) underscores their strengths. Their ability to score consistently from multiple spots makes them one of the Ivy League’s toughest teams.
Key Factors
This matchup may hinge on perimeter shooting and rebounding. Dartmouth thrives on Thomas’ scoring and Mitchell-Day’s inside presence, while Yale must rely on Townsend’s dominance and Celiscar’s versatility to tilt the game. Execution in the final minutes will likely decide whether Yale covers the spread.
Injuries / Availability
Dartmouth: The Big Green report no fresh injury concerns heading into Friday’s contest.
Yale: The Bulldogs are expected to have their full rotation available.
Environment
John J. Lee Amphitheater has been a fortress for Yale, where they’ve gone 9-1 this season. Dartmouth, however, has shown resilience with four road wins, making this a clash of home dominance versus visiting urgency.
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Best Bets and Prediction
Projected Final Score: Yale 88, Dartmouth 72
- Yale -15.5 → Best Bet. Their offensive firepower and home-court advantage suggest they can cover the spread.
- Over 156.5 → Total play. Both teams’ efficient offenses point toward a combined score above the line.
Yale’s depth and shooting should carry them to victory, while Dartmouth’s perimeter attack keeps the spread interesting. Expect a competitive contest early before Yale pulls away late, with totals landing just over the posted number.
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