The No. 25 Connecticut Huskies have opened the season with two wins in a row as they prepare to take on the Buffalo Bulls, who are 1-1 for the season in the 2022-23 NCAA Basketball season.
The UConn Huskies will host this game at the XL Center on Tuesday (November 15) where they will look to earn their third consecutive win. They are a part of the Big East Conference whereas the Bulls are part of the Mid-American Conference. It will be interesting to witness if the Huskies continue their winning run or if the Bulls get back to winning ways.
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Connecticut Huskies vs Buffalo Bulls: Betting Odds
The Huskies have started the season on a positive note, winning both their opening games of the season. They began their campaign with a solid win over the very average Stonehill College Skyhawks (85-54). Three players for the Huskies registered themselves in double digits.
Adama Sanogo led the scoring charts with 19 points, six rebounds, and an assist. Alex Karaban and Hassan Diarra contributed 13 and 11 points, respectively.
Their second was also an easy win against the Boston University Terriers (86-57). Sanogo was once again their star performer with 27 points, 15 huge rebounds, and two assists. Karaban was again in double digits, scoring 10 points in the win. Nahiem Alleyne, Tristen Newton, and Donovan Clingan were three other players with valuable contributions.
However, things aren't looking good for Buffalo. They won their first game against the Colgate Raiders, which was a very tight affair (88-87). But they lost the following game at home in a terrible manner to James Madison Dukes (97-62).
Connecticut Huskies vs Buffalo Bulls: Match Details
Fixture: Connecticut Huskies @ Buffalo Bulls
Date & Time: Tuesday, November 15, 08:00 p.m EDT
Venue: XL Center, Hartford, Connecticut
Connecticut Huskies vs Buffalo Bulls: Pick
Adama Sanogo is the go-to man for the Huskies at the moment. The forward has simply been amazing for his team and is averaging 20+ points for the season. The Bulls are certainly going to have a tough time facing him and stopping him from scoring. But with the support of other players around him, he can aim for another double-digit performance tonight.
Best Pick: Total Under 152 (-110)
Connecticut Huskies vs Buffalo Bulls: Prediction
The two teams have played each other in the league and the home team has come out as winners on both occasions. The Huskies are hosting this game, which automatically makes them slight favorites and they are still the better team overall. It should be a one-sided contest so expect a clear victory for the home team.
Final Prediction: Huskies -20.5 (-110)
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