Game: Alabama Crimson Tide vs. Duke Blue Devils
Date: Saturday, March 29, 2025
Time: The game time is listed differently, vary from 5:00 PM ET, 8:49 PM and 9:00 PM, and 10:00 AM.
Location: Prudential Center, Newark, NJ
Tournament: NCAA Tournament – Elite Eight
Spread: Duke -6.5
Total: 172.5 (some sources show 173)
Preview:
This Elite Eight clash pits two college basketball powerhouses against each other with a trip to the Final Four on the line. Duke, the top seed in the ACC with a stellar 33-3 record, comes in as the favorite. Alabama, boasting a 27-8 record and finishing 3rd in the SEC, is a dangerous underdog with a recent history of strong ATS performances.
Key Matchup Factors:
- Alabama’s Offense: The Crimson Tide have been potent offensively, with the total going OVER in 5 of their last 7 games. They also are 7-3 ATS in their last 10.
- Duke’s Overall Strength: The Blue Devils’ impressive record speaks for itself. They have been a dominant force all season.
- Recent Form: Alabama is on a roll, winning 5 of their last 6 games straight up (SU).
- Elite 8: The snippets provided all confirm that this game is part of the Elite 8 round.
Prediction:
While Alabama’s recent form and offensive firepower make them a tempting underdog pick, Duke’s consistency and overall strength are hard to ignore. The -6.5 spread suggests a close, competitive game, and the high total points to a fast-paced, high-scoring affair.
The safer pick in this would to be take Duke to win, but Alabama to cover.The over/under is a bit trickey, given the varying point totals. I will take the over.
Picks:
- Alabama +6.5*Over 172.5.
Disclaimer: This is a prediction based on available information, and the outcome of the game may vary. Sports betting involves risk, and past performance is not indicative of future results.
Sources:
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