The Northeastern Huskies are set to clash with the Colgate Raiders in a matchup that promises excitement despite both teams entering with a loss. The game will take place in Hamilton, New York, starting at 5 p.m. EST on Friday. The Raiders are currently favored by 3.5 points, with the over/under set at 147.5.
Northeastern is looking to bounce back after a narrow defeat to the Boston University Terriers, falling 76-75 in an intense overtime battle. Key to their performance was LA Pratt, who put on a show with 26 points, showcasing his scoring ability and potential as a leader for the Huskies.
On the other side, Colgate enters this contest following a defeat as well. Last season, the Raiders accumulated a 14-19 overall record, notably performing better at home with a strong 10-4 mark in their arena. They averaged 72.1 points per game last season but struggled defensively, allowing 72.4 points on average to opponents.
The Huskies finished the previous season with an 8-10 record in CAA action and had a road performance of 7-8. They averaged 70.1 points per game, with a sizable portion of their scoring coming from the paint (34.8 points per game), turnovers (13.8 points), and fast breaks (10.5 points).
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As both teams search for their first win of the season, this matchup will test their resilience and strategy, making it a highly anticipated early-season bout. Fans will be watching closely to see which team can capitalize on their scoring opportunities and tighten up their defense to claim victory.
