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The Syracuse Orange will take on the Cornell Big Red in a non-conference matchup on Saturday afternoon. The Orange are 7-4 this season and will hope to make an impact in the ACC.
The Big Red are 7-4 for the season and will look to finish strong in the Ivy League. They lost to the Miami Hurricanes in their most recent game but managed to cover the spread as 14-point underdogs.
The Orange defeated the Monmouth-NJ Hawks in their last game but failed to cover the spread as 23-point favorites.
Syracuse vs Cornell Betting Odds
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Syracuse vs Cornell Match Details
Fixture: Cornell Big Red at Syracuse Orange
Date and Time: Saturday, December 17 at 3:00 PM ET
Venue: Carrier Dome, NY
Syracuse vs Cornell Key Stats
The Big Red's offense, which averages 85.1 points on 49.8% of its shots, is one of the most powerful in the country. They are also a quick team, ranking 27th in the nation with an average of 72.7 possessions per game. When the schedule is taken into account, the Big Red's offensive efficiency rating is only 104th.
Eight players on the Big Red squad average 7.5 points per game or more, making up for the loss of four starters from the 15-win team from last season. The Big Red is not leaving New York without a fight, as they have one last chance to make a statement victory before Ivy League competition.
The Orange have recovered after losing three straight games to St. John's, Bryant, and Illinois in November. The Orange have won four straight games, including victories over Georgetown, Notre Dame, Oakland, and Monmouth.
The Orange would want to maintain its winning streak in its last non-conference contest. Following that, they will have their hands full with six games against ranked opposition, including two matches against No. 2 Virginia in January.
The Orange are averaging 74.5 points per game this year while shooting 46.3% from the field and 32.6% from beyond the arc. They are ranked 57th in the NCAA for offensive efficiency rating with schedule adjustments.
Syracuse vs Cornell Betting Prediction
After almost pulling off a road upset over the Hurricanes in its most recent game, the Big Red are ready for their matchup with their in-state rivals. The Orange's renowned 2-3 zone defense will be attacked by the Big Red.
The Big Red, who are third in the country for three-point attempts, will make enough of them to cover the spread. The Big Red have already performed well against two ACC opponents this season, and the Orange are not defensively shackling anyone. Today, bet on the away team to win and cover the spread.
Pick: Cornell Big Red +8.5 (-108)
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