Missouri State Faces Delaware in Crucial Conference Showdown
Missouri State and Delaware are set to clash in a key conference matchup on Monday, with the game taking place in Newark, Delaware, at 2 p.m. EST. The matchup comes as both teams look to improve their standings in CUSA play.
Missouri State vs. Delaware: Team Overview
The Missouri State Bears enter the game with a record of 6-5, while the Delaware Fightin’ Blue Hens are at 4-7. Delaware has struggled at home, currently holding a 2-3 record on their court. Conversely, the Bears are still looking for their first win on the road, with an 0-3 record.
Game Statistics and Performance
- Delaware Fightin’ Blue Hens:
- Averaging 68.4 points per game, which is 3.7 points less than the 72.1 points they concede.
- Averaging 12.5 turnovers per game, with a record of 0-2 when they turn the ball over fewer than their opponents.
- Last 10 games: 4-6, scoring 68.2 points per game.
- Top performer: Macon Emory averages 13.8 points and 7.3 rebounds.
- Missouri State Bears:
- Averaging 74.5 points per game, slightly surpassing Delaware’s defensive average of 73.6 points allowed.
- In games decided by 10 points or more, Missouri State has a record of 3-4.
- Last 10 games: 5-5, averaging 73.1 points per game.
- Top performer: Keith Palek III averages 17.7 points, 7.5 rebounds, and 3.2 assists.
Betting Insights
According to BETMGM, Delaware is favored by 1.5 points in this matchup, with an over/under set at 136.5 points. This adds to the excitement as both teams aim for a critical win in conference play.
The matchup also features promising individual performances, with notable players like Kobi Williams contributing significantly for the Bears and Christian Bliss continuing to shine for the Fightin’ Blue Hens.
This upcoming game marks the first meeting of the season between Missouri State and Delaware in CUSA action. Both teams will be eager to seize the opportunity to improve their records and make a statement in the conference.
