Jim Feist - Arizona vs Duke

NCAA Sweet 16 Platinum Club Play - Thursday

Handicapper
Jim Feist
League
NCAAB
Competition
Arizona vs Duke
Release Date
03/26/2025 02:09 PM
Event Date
03/27/2025 10:03 PM
Bet Type
Point Spread
Pick
Duke -9 (-117) (BetOnline)
Outcome
Loss
Analysis
The NCAA Men's Basketball Tournament's Sweet 16 features the No. 1 seed Duke Blue Devils and the No. 4 seed Arizona Wildcats on Thursday, March 27, 2025, at the Prudential Center in Newark, New Jersey. Tip-off is scheduled for 9:39 p.m. ET, with television coverage on CBS. This is a rematch from earlier in the season where Duke prevailed, 69-55. Duke Blue Devils (33-3) have demonstrated dominance throughout the season, currently on a 13-game winning streak. Their offense is led by standout freshman Cooper Flagg, who has fully recovered from an earlier ankle injury and is expected to play without limitations. They average 83.2 ppg while allowing just 61.7 ppg. The Blue Devils have also benefited from a strategic lineup change, with Sion James replacing Caleb Foster, enhancing their performance significantly. Arizona Wildcats (24-12) have shown resilience, overcoming a 15-point deficit to defeat Oregon 87-83 in the Round of 32. Caleb Love has been a pivotal player, delivering consistent performances and leading the team's offense. Arizona's defense has improved notably, preparing them for the physicality of the NCAA Tournament. Arizona averages 82.2 ppg. I personally love the defensive intensity that Duke has shown and for me that will be the difference here today. I'll take Duke minus the points.

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