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Duquesne Dukes will take on the No. 4 Kentucky Wildcats who are part of the Southeastern Conference.
Duquesne represents the Atlantic-10 conference and is coming off a win in their opening game of the 2022-23 NCAA Basketball season. The Wildcats too won their first game of the season and will host this encounter at the Rupp Arena on Friday (November 11). An interesting battle lies ahead between two good teams.
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Duquesne Dukes vs. Kentucky Wildcats: Betting Odds
The Dukes started off the new season with a thumping win over the Montana Grizzlies (91-63). This clearly shows the losing streak the team has rejected since last season and with what mentality they have come into the new season.
At halftime, the team led by a healthy margin of 45-19. Their shooting that night was impeccable, making baskets at 64.4 from the floor. They shot 10 out of 24 threes that night, creating the difference between the two teams.
Another reason for Duquesne's turnaround is the influx of new players. They have 10 new players this time after finishing 1-16 in their conference last season, provoking the management to make the necessary changes. Their head coach, Keith Dambrot, is in his sixth year with Duquesne and is more confident than ever about his team's chances.
Duquesne Dukes vs. Kentucky Wildcats: Match Details
Fixture: Duquesne Dukes @ Kentucky Wildcats
Date & Time: Friday, November 11, 08:00 p.m EDT
Venue: Rupp Arena, Lexington, Kentucky
The Kentucky Wildcats are still one of the best teams in the league and one of the favorites. They opened the season with an easy 95-63 win over Howard Bison.
The team is strong and full of powerful young players who are looking to make an impact in the league. They will now host Duquesne in a quest to earn their second consecutive win.
Duquesne Dukes vs. Kentucky Wildcats: Pick
Antonio Reeves came in like a storm in the opener, where he scored 22 points, shooting at 50% from behind the line. He had a total of 6 threes to his name.
No matter how much Duquesne impressed everyone with their opening performance, they are still the underdogs for this game. It will be a difficult task to handle Kentucky's starting five.
Best Pick: Total Over 143.5 (-110)
Duquesne Dukes vs. Kentucky Wildcats: Prediction
Both teams met only once back in 2016 when Kentucky defeated Duquesne 93-59. They are still the heavy favorites but it will be interesting to see how much the away team has improved from last season and how much of an impact the new recruitment can make against a strong team.
Expect a straight victory for the home team.
Final Prediction: Kentucky -19 (-110)
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