The Harvard Crimson are 2-1 at the start of the 2022-23 NCAA Basketball season as they take on the Northeastern Huskies, who find themselves 0-2 for the season.
The Huskies are part of the Colonial Athletic Conference and will host this encounter at the Matthews Arena on Wednesday (November 16) whereas Crimson is part of the famous Ivy League.
Northeastern are desperate to find a win and will fancy their chances at home to beat Crimson, who are searching for their third win of the season.
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Harvard Crimson vs Northeastern Huskies: Betting Odds
Crimson's start to the season was an away win against the Morehouse College Maroon Tigers (68-63). Chris Ledlum led the scoring charts for the away team with a 22-point performance. They lost their second game at home to the LA-Lafayette Ragin Cajuns (75-61). Ledlum again led the scoring for his team with 15 points.
The team bounced back in their final outing by winning against the Elon Phoenix (92-77). Chris was again in double-digits, however, it was Evan Nelson who led the points tally with 23 points as a guard. This will be the Crimson's third away game in four outings and they will look to register their third win.
The Northeastern Huskies have lost both of their opening games. Their first defeat came at the hands of the Boston University Terriers (72-63), and their subsequent defeat was against the Providence Friars (89-65). The team has failed to touch the 70-pt mark in two games and now they have a chance at home.
Harvard Crimson vs Northeastern Huskies: Match Details
Fixture: Harvard @ Northeastern Huskies
Date & Time: Wednesday, November 16, 08:00 p.m EDT
Venue: Matthews Arena, Boston, Massachusetts
Harvard Crimson vs Northeastern Huskies: Pick
The Huskies need to be absolutely mindful of Chris Ledlum and his amazing run of form. The forward has been scoring for fun lately, averaging close to 20 a game.
He is strong and takes on opposition players quite easily. It will be tall order for the home team if they want to find a way to win against Crimson.
Best Pick: Total Under 136 (-110)
Harvard Crimson vs Northeastern Huskies: Prediction
The Huskies have a 3-2 advantage over the Crimson in their last 5 encounters. However, Harvard did win the last game they played against each other, which took place in 2021.
Northeastern will have to find a way to register their first win, they are playing at home and they do have a decent chance. Expect a close contest nevertheless.
Final Prediction: Northeastern Huskies (+110)
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