Expect a fast-paced game when the DePaul Blue Demons (13-8, 1-7 Big East) head to Marquette to take on the Golden Eagles (15-6, 5-4 Big East). Action gets underway at 2 p.m. ET on Saturday, February 1, 2020.
DePaul Blue Demons vs. Marquette Golden Eagles ATS Odds
In their last game, the Golden Eagles edged the Xavier Musketeers, 84-82, while the Blue Demons lost to the 10th-ranked Seton Hall Pirates, 64-57.
One of Marquette’s biggest advantages was getting to the charity stripe. They had 32 free throw attempts, while Xavier had 25. DePaul, meanwhile, did an excellent job of making free throws (15-20; 75.0 percent). Sacar Anim played well for Marquette with 28 points and five rebounds. Charlie Moore, meanwhile had a good outing for DePaul, finishing with 14 points.
The Golden Eagles dominated this series last year, winning both contests. In the last game, Marquette won 92-73. Marquette had a much better turnover percentage (7.8 vs. 18.1). DePaul, on the other hand, had a much better offensive rebounding percentage (50.0 vs. 32.3). This will be the first matchup of the year between these two teams.
There could be a fair amount of transition offense in this meeting that showcases a pair of the NCAA’s more fast-paced teams. Marquette ranks 47th in possessions per game (72.7) and DePaul is 56th (72.3).
DePaul Blue Demons vs. Marquette Golden Eagles Betting Pick
Free College Basketball Pick: SU Winner – Marquette, ATS Winner – DePaul, O/U – Over
Betting Notes:
- Marquette ranks 38th in three pointers attempted per game (26.0) while DePaul ranks 233rd (18.8).
- The Blue Demons average 5.5 blocks per game, which ranks 16th in the NCAA. The Golden Eagles rank 111th in blocks allowed per game (3.4).
- Marquette ranks 113th in assists per game (13.7) while DePaul ranks 143rd in assists allowed per game (12.9).
- The Golden Eagles average 40.3 rebounds per game, which ranks 22nd in the country. The Blue Demons rank 213th in rebounds allowed per game (36.7).
- DePaul ranks 25th in steals per game (8.7) while Marquette ranks 204th (5.2).
Bettings Trends:
- During their last five games, the Golden Eagles have scored an average of 84.0 points per game (5.6 above their season average) and allowed an average of 76.8 points per game (6.6 above their season average).
- The Blue Demons have been outscored by an average of 5.2 points in their last five games. On the season, DePaul has defeated opponents by an average of 5.2 points.
