Match Analysis: California Golden Bears vs SMU Mustangs – Prediction
Match Details
- Date: February 27, 2025
- Time: 4:00 AM UTC
- Location: Haas Pavilion, Berkeley
Game Overview
The SMU Mustangs, with a strong 20-6 record, face the California Golden Bears, who are 12-14. SMU has shown consistent performance, while California has struggled recently.
Key Factors to Consider
- SMU has been performing well, winning five of their last six games. California has struggled, losing four of their last five games.
- SMU leads the head-to-head 2-0 this season, with a significant margin in their last meeting. However, California has performed better against the spread in recent games.
- SMU's Kevin Miller is out, and Yohan Traore is questionable. California has several players questionable, including Joshua Ola-Joseph and Devin Curtis, with BJ Omot out.
- California's home advantage might help, but SMU's road performance has been strong. The total has gone under in many of California's recent games.
- SMU is highly motivated to maintain their winning streak, while California seeks to improve their home record.
Odds and Predictions
Category | Odds | Prediction | Confidence |
---|---|---|---|
Moneyline | California: +118, SMU: -142 | SMU | ☆☆☆☆☆ 1% |
Spread | California: +2.5 -110, SMU: -2.5 -110 | SMU | ☆☆☆☆☆ 1% |
Over_under | Over: 153.5 -110, Under: 153.5 -110 | Under | ☆☆☆☆☆ 1% |
Predicted Outcome
SMU is likely to win due to their strong recent performance and road record.
Predicted Score: SMU 72, California 68