by Rod Pearson
Friday, Feb 17, 2023
Game Time: 12:00 pm ET, Saturday, February 18, 2023
Venue: Harry A. Gampel Pavilion, Storrs, CT
Where to Watch: Fox
Opening Odds at USA Sportsbooks
DraftKings: Point Spread: SHU +9.5, UConn -9.5; Over/Under: 134 points
Bet365: Point Spread: SHU +9.5, UConn -9.5; Over/Under: 134 points
BetMGM: Point Spread: SHU +9.5, UConn -9.5; Over/Under: 134 points
Season Record
Seton Hall Pirates: 16-11 (9-7) (5th place, Big East)
UConn Huskies: 19-7 (8-7) (6th place, Big East)
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Seton Hall Pirates: 3-2 last 5
UConn Huskies: 3-2 last 5
Seton Hall Pirates vs UConn Huskies Preview and Analysis
Seton Hall is coming into this game with a 16-11 record overall and they are 5-5 in their road games this season where they will be in this game. They are also 9-7 in their conference games this season as well. They are entering this game off of a win against the Georgetown Hoyas in their last game. Al-Amir Dawes led the team in points in that game with 20 while Tyrese Samuel was next on the team with 15 points. Femi Odukale led the team in assists in that game with 4 while Femi Odukale and Tyrese Samuel each led the team in rebounds with 10. They were 41.5% from the field, 33.3% from 3-point range, and 75.7% from the free throw line with their shooting in that game. Their offense is averaging 68.8 PPG and their defense is allowing their opponents to average 64.4 PPG against them. Seton Hall has an ATS record of 14-11-1 this season and their O/U record is 11-14-1.
UConn is coming into this game with a 19-7 record overall and they are 12-2 in their home games this season where they will be in this game. They are also 8-7 in their conference schedule this season as well. They are entering this game off of a loss against the Creighton Bluejays in their last game. Adama Sanogo led the team in points in that game with 17 while Jordan Hawkins was next on the team with 11 points. Tristen Newton led the team in assists in that game with 4 while Adama Sanogo led the team in rebounds with 10. They were 32.3% from the field, 25.9% from 3-point range, and 100% from the free throw line with their shooting in that game. Their offense is averaging 78.6 PPG and their defense is allowing their opponents to average 64.7 PPG against them. UConn has an ATS record of 16-9-1 this season and their O/U record is 16-10.
Seton Hall vs UConn Prediction
The current betting odds have UConn listed as a 9.5 point favorite in this game according to Draftkings Sportsbook. UConn is entering this game as a ranked team despite not being the best in the Big East this season with their 8-7 conference record. Despite their conference record, they are still 19-7 overall this year and they have been a really good home team with a 12-2 home record. Seton Hall is only 16-11 this year but they have been playing a lot better in the Big East lately with a 9-7 conference record. They still haven't been great in their road games though as they have a 5-5 road record and a lot of their wins have been coming either at home or against some of the worst teams in the Big East. With March right around the corner UConn needs to start getting into shape and they will use this game as a good momentum booster getting a much needed win at home by double digits. The best way to place a bet here is on UConn to cover the spread in this game.
Seton Hall UConn Prediction: Our NCAAB Pick for Saturday, February 18, 2023 (12:00 pm ET start time) is UConn 78 SHU 64.
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NCAAB Betting Trends
Seton Hall Pirates: 11-3 ATS in a road game where the total is 130 to 139.5. 13-5 ATS as a road underdog or pick. 34-18 UNDER after 3 consecutive conference games.
UConn Huskies: 6-16 ATS off a road cover where the team lost straight up as an underdog. 20-38 ATS after a close loss by 3 points or less. 13-7 UNDER off a road cover where the team lost straight up as an underdog.
Key Injuries
Seton Hall Pirates: D. Davis (G) Out indefinitely - Ankle. A. Yetna (F) out for season - Knee. J. Harris (G) Out indefinitely - Knee. A. Ndiaye (F) Out indefinitely - Knee.
UConn Huskies: R. Springs (F) Ques Sat - Leg.
Notable Quotes
“It’s very important. Every game is very important.” - Shaheen Holloway on this upcoming game against UConn here.
“I'm mad at him a little bit right now. I thought he should have shot two or four more 3s in the second half. For us to win that game, I almost felt like at half he was going to have to make another 3 or two.” - Dan Hurley on Adama Sanogo after his team’s loss against Creighton in their last game.
Starting Lineups
Seton Hall Pirates
A. Dawes
K. Ndefo
F. Odukale
K. Richmond
T. Samuel
UConn Huskies
J. Hawkins
A. Jackson
A. Karaban
T. Newton
A. Sanogo
Statistical Leaders
Seton Hall Pirates
PPG: A. Dawes (12.6)
APG: K. Richmond (4.2)
Reb/G: T. Samuel (5.9)
UConn Huskies
PPG: A. Sanogo (17.2)
APG: T. Newton (4.3)
Reb/G: A. Sanogo (7.3)
Coaches:
Seton Hall Pirates: Shaheen Holloway (1st season)
UConn Huskies: Dan Hurley (5th season)
Rod Pearson
About the Author:
Rod Pearson has been a rabid sports fan his entire life. He grew up in Ontario, and was skilled in both hockey and baseball, and pitched in an elite baseball league for many years. In 2022, Rod decided to hang up his glove, so that he could write about the sports he loves -- but from a gambling perspective. Join Rod every day as he breaks down the games to find the best betting value.
