Syracuse vs Youngstown State Prediction 11-16-24 College Basketball Picks | Sports Chat Place

Youngstown State Penguins vs. Syracuse Orange NCAAB Pick for 11-16-2022

Syracuse Orange is favored by (-13.5) at home against the visiting Youngstown State Penguins on Thursday, November 16, 2022.

The Orange are looking to improve on their 2-2 record with a win over the Penguins, while Youngstown State is looking for their first win, after losing their first three games of the season

How to Watch

Time: 7:00 PM ET
Venue: JMA Wireless Dome, Syracuse, NY
Spread: Syracuse -13.5
Total: 145
Moneyline: Syracuse -790, Youngstown State +570

Odds Shark computer prediction

Syracuse 83, Youngstown State 66

Youngstown State Penguins

The Penguins are coming off a 73-69 loss to the Buffalo Bulls on Saturday and are looking to snap their three game losing streak. Youngstown State is led by Dwayne Cohill, who is averaging 15.7 points and 6.3 rebounds per game. The Penguins also have a solid player in Garrett Covington, who is averaging 11.3 points and 5.7 rebounds per game.

The Penguins are a good rebounding team, but they struggle with turnovers. They are averaging 16.7 turnovers per game, which is one of the worst marks in the country. If the Penguins can reduce their turnovers, they will have a chance to upset the Orange.

Syracuse Orange

The Orange are coming off a 77-68 win over the Colgate Raiders on Saturday. Syracuse is led by Judah Mintz, who is averaging 16.8 points and 4.5 assists per game. The Orange also have a solid player in Joe Girard, who is averaging 14.5 points per game.

The Orange are a good shooting team, but they struggle at defending the ball. Syracuse is allowing opponents to shoot 45.3% from the field, which is one of the worst marks in the country. If the Orange can improve their defense, they will be a tough team to beat.

Prediction

The Orange are a clear favorite in this matchup. They are the more talented team and they are playing at home. The Penguins will need to play a perfect game to have a chance to upset the Orange.

The Orange should be able to win this game by double digits. They are the better team and they are playing at home. The Penguins are a good rebounding team, but they struggle with turnovers and their poor defense will likely lead to a loss.

Prediction: Syracuse 83, Youngstown State 70