Air Force vs Wright State Picks and Prediction – 12/1/2024

On Saturday, the Air Force Falcons (2-5) face off against the Wright State Raiders (4-4) at the Nutter Center in Dayton, Ohio. Get ready for the college basketball season with our college basketball picks.

Wright State comes into this matchup on a two-game losing streak and has dropped three of their last five games. In the closely contested match against South Florida during the Myrtle Beach Invitational, Wright State narrowly lost 73-72. Despite their defeat, Jack Doumbia made a significant contribution by scoring 18 points for the Raiders. For the current season, Brandon Noel stands out as the team's top scorer, maintaining an impressive average of 20.8 points per game. Following him is Alex Huibregtse, who has also been consistently strong, averaging 16.1 points per game. Brandon Noel proves his prowess not only in scoring but also in rebounding, leading the team with an average of 8.4 rebounds each game. The Raiders' playmaker, Keaton Norris, has been key in setting up plays and leads the team in assists, averaging 5 assists per game. In their most recent five games, Wright State's defense has been tested, as they have allowed opponents to score an average of 70.8 points per game. The Raiders are eager to end their losing streak as they prepare to host the Air Force Falcons, who are also struggling, in Dayton. On the offensive side, Wright State has been averaging a robust 78.4 points per game this season.

Air Force enters this game on a one-game losing streak and has dropped four of their last five games. In a close 63-61 defeat against Sacramento State, Jeffrey Mills stood out for the Falcons by scoring 19 points. This season, Ethan Taylor has been the standout player for Air Force, leading the team in scoring with an impressive average of 19 points per game. Alongside Taylor, Jeffrey Mills and Wesley Celichowski have also been key contributors on the scoreboard, each averaging 9.6 points per game. Taylor’s talents extend beyond scoring, as he also tops the team in rebounding with an average of 7.6 boards per game, and he is the leading playmaker with 4.3 assists per game. Defensively, Air Force has struggled recently, allowing opponents to score an average of 66.2 points over their last five games. As they prepare for an upcoming away game against Wright State, the Falcons are aiming to build momentum and kick off a winning streak. On average, the team scores 66.7 points per game, highlighting their need to enhance both their offensive and defensive performance.

Air Force has had a challenging start this season, losing four of their last five matchups and also falling short in their first away game. They are now aiming for a victory against Wright State, which has enjoyed a strong beginning to their season with wins in their initial two home games. Wright State is expected to come out with a high-energy offensive strategy, aiming to score frequently and establish a commanding lead from the start. Final Score Prediction, Wright State Raiders win 75-70.