Jim Feist - Arizona vs Duke

NCAA Sweet 16 Late 2-Team Totals Pack - Thur

Handicapper
Jim Feist
League
NCAAB
Competition
Arizona vs Duke
Release Date
03/26/2025 02:12 PM
Event Date
03/27/2025 10:03 PM
Bet Type
Over / Under
Pick
Arizona vs Duke Over 153.5 (-110) (BetMGM)
Outcome
Win
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. These are two of the highest scoring teams in the tournament and as such I'm looking for a pretty good shootout today. I'm taking the OVER.

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