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Wichita State Shockers vs DePaul Blue Demons Betting Preview
Wichita State Shockers (6-4) host the DePaul Blue Demons (7-3) on Saturday afternoon in Wichita. Both teams enter with momentum, as Wichita State looks to build on its overtime win over Northern Iowa and DePaul comes off a dominant victory against Morgan State.
Line Movement and Odds
- Wichita State Shockers Spread: -3.5
- DePaul Blue Demons Spread: +3.5
- Wichita State Shockers MoneyLine: -165
- DePaul Blue Demons MoneyLine: +138
- Total: 139.5
Wichita State opened as a slight home favorite, reflecting oddsmakers’ confidence in their defensive toughness and rebounding edge. DePaul’s recent offensive explosion has kept the line tight, suggesting expectations for a competitive matchup. The total of 139.5 points indicates anticipation of a moderately paced contest, with both teams relying on balanced scoring rather than high-tempo shootouts. See updated numbers and market shifts on the College Basketball Odds page.
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Matchup Breakdown
Wichita State Shockers Outlook
Wichita State edged Northern Iowa 74-69 in overtime, with Will Berg’s late putback sealing the win. Berg averages 7.7 points and 7.7 rebounds, while Kenyon Giles leads the team at 17.1 points per game. Karon Byrd adds 10.6 points and 6.2 rebounds, giving the Shockers balance inside and out. Coach Paul Mills emphasized toughness and execution, particularly in limiting turnovers and making “blue-collar” plays down the stretch.
DePaul Blue Demons Outlook
DePaul routed Morgan State 92-49, highlighted by 21 assists on 26 made field goals. CJ Gunn leads the team with 13.8 points per game, while Layden Blocker contributes 12.2 points and a team-high 3.7 assists. NJ Benson adds 11.2 points and 6.9 rebounds, giving the Blue Demons a strong interior presence. Coach Chris Holtmann praised his team’s unselfishness and free-flowing style, which has fueled their recent success.
Key Matchup / Path to Victory
Wichita State’s rebounding and defensive toughness versus DePaul’s ball movement and perimeter shooting is the focal battle. The Shockers must control the boards and limit second-chance points, while the Blue Demons rely on their unselfish offense to create open looks.
Injuries / Availability
Wichita State: Full roster available.
DePaul: Full roster available.
Betting Trends
- Wichita State has won two of its last three games.
- DePaul has won three straight games.
- The Shockers are 4-1 at home this season.
- The Blue Demons average 74.8 points per game.
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Best Bets and Prediction
Projected Final Score: Wichita State 71, DePaul 67
- Pick: Wichita State -3.5. The Shockers’ home-court advantage and rebounding edge should carry them to victory.
- Total: Under 139.5. Both teams’ defensive focus points to a lower-scoring contest.
Expect a competitive matchup, with Wichita State’s toughness and late-game execution giving them the edge at home.
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