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In a non-conference game, the Portland Pilots take on the North Dakota State Bison. Bison are only 1-8 overall and have dropped four straight games. They haven't had a victory this year on the road.
The Pilots, on the other hand, enter the season with a record of 7-4 and a number of noteworthy victories, including victories over Portland State, Air Force, and Villanova. This one's opening tap is set for 10:00 p.m. Eastern Time.
Portland vs North Dakota State Betting Odds
Portland vs North Dakota State Match Details
Fixture: North Dakota State Bison at Portland Pilots
Date and Time: Monday, December 5 at 10:00 PM ET
Venue: Chiles Center, Oregon
Portland vs North Dakota State Key Stats
The Bison are entering Oregon after a difficult start to the season. They lost to Eastern Washington on Saturday afternoon, 78-70, and are now only 1-8 on the year and 0-5 on the road. With less than ten minutes left, the Bison led, but Eastern Washington's 8-0 surge ended their prospects of picking up their first road victory of 2022–23.
The fact that the Bison have only put up meager numbers so far this season—they are just 1–8—should not come as much of a surprise. This season, NDSU has an ugly -11.1 point difference between its average scoring and the total points allowed per game of a little under 69.
While juggling a very demanding schedule, the Pilots are off to a solid start. During the Phil Knight Legacy Tournament over Thanksgiving week, they really pushed themselves through the wringer. They faced off against then-No. 1 North Carolina, then No. 12 Villanova, and finally No. 12 Michigan State in quick succession. The Pilots' unexpected victory over Villanova was sandwiched between two defeats.
Given that they are averaging over 82 points per game, the Pilots ought to appreciate NDSU's friendly defense. They now have a +9.6 point difference in the season, shooing the ball at a rate of about 48% overall, and making nearly 11 three-point field goals per game at a 39% rate.
Portland vs North Dakota State Betting Prediction
Pilots, with a schedule that is pretty hectic, have also faced some challenges this season. They should dominate on offense since they are significantly more effective than Bison. Pilots haven't been particularly good at guarding the ball, but they are facing a squad that is much worse. The Pilots have a winning record at home this year, going 5-2, and will continue that trend on Monday.
Pick: Pilots -16 (-110)
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