Dayton Flyers vs. Loyola Chicago Ramblers 3/1/24 NCAAB Betting Picks

Dayton Flyers vs. Loyola Chicago Ramblers 3/1/24 – In a highly anticipated showdown that could have significant implications for March Madness seeding, the Dayton Flyers (21-5) face off against the Loyola Chicago Ramblers (20-7) on Friday. This game not only pits two of the season’s standout teams against each other but also serves as a critical matchup for those looking to make their March Madness prediction tonight. With both teams showcasing impressive records, this encounter at the Joseph J. Gentile Center promises to be a thrilling contest.

Team	SP/RL	TOTAL	ML
Flyers	-1 -110	o136.5 -110	-134
Ramblers	+1 -110	u136.5 -110	+110

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DaRon Holmes II (Forward) vs. Philip Alston (Forward)

DaRon Holmes II has been the catalyst behind Dayton’s success this season, averaging 20.2 points, 7.9 rebounds and 2.5 blocks per game while shooting an efficient 55% from the field. The athletic sophomore forward excels at finishing through contact but can be prone to foul trouble at times. He will need to avoid silly reaches and stay out of early foul trouble against Loyola’s disciplined offense.

Meanwhile, Philip Alston leads a balanced Ramblers attack, putting up 12.9 points and 4.4 boards per contest. The versatile junior is shooting 46% from the field and is capable of scoring from all three levels. Alston is an underrated defender who could make things difficult on Holmes. His ability to stretch the floor will also help open up driving lanes for Loyola.

This matchup will likely come down to whether Holmes can maintain his composure against the Ramblers’ scrappy defense. If Alston can force Holmes into an inefficient outing, it could spell trouble for Dayton. However, if Holmes gets into a rhythm early, his physicality could overwhelm Loyola inside.

Flyers’ Flight: A Statistical Overview

Dayton Flyers have been an efficient force this season, boasting an outstanding 47.3% field goal percentage and 39.2% three-point percentage. Led by Holmes II’s inside-outside game, their offensive strategy has proven hard for opponents to contain. Defensively, Dayton’s ability to limit turnovers (9.5 per game) and control the paint (4 blocks per game) has also contributed greatly to their success; these strengths will likely come into play against Loyola Chicago.

Ramblers’ Resilience: Breaking Down the Stats

Loyola Chicago boasts an average scoring average (74.1 points per game), similar to Dayton. Their edge in rebounds per game (36.5) and assists (17 per game) highlights their well-balanced team effort while their defensive stats (6.7 steals per game and 4.9 blocks per game) illustrate their ability to disrupt opponents. Their combination of defensive strength with their high offensive efficiency will prove vital in challenging Dayton Flyers in this season-opener.

NCAAB Betting Odds: TBD, Over/Under: TBD

With the betting odds yet to be determined, bettors will be keenly watching the lines for this matchup. Given the teams’ performances and trends, this game promises to be tightly contested.

Trends

Dayton Flyers Betting Trends

Dayton are 3-2 in their last 5 games.
Flyers are 2-3 in their last 5 games against the spread.
Dayton are 6-4 in their road games against the spread.
The totals have gone OVER in 3 of Dayton’ last 5 games.
The totals have gone OVER in 9 of Dayton’ 15 last games at home.

Loyola Chicago Ramblers Betting Trends

Loyola (IL) are 5-0 in their last 5 games.
Chicago (IL) are 5-0 in their last 5 games against the spread.
Loyola (IL) are 6-3 in their road games against the spread.
The totals have gone OVER in 2 of Loyola (IL)’ last 5 games.
The totals have gone OVER in 3 of Loyola (IL)’ 17 last games at home.