Davidson vs Arizona Picks and Prediction – 11/28/2024

The Davidson Wildcats will face the Arizona Wildcats on November 27, 2024, in the opening round of the Battle 4 Atlantis tournament at the Imperial Arena in Nassau, Bahamas. Tip-off is scheduled for 7:30 PM ET and will be broadcast on ESPN2. This game pits Davidson's sharp-shooting offense against Arizona’s size and athleticism in what promises to be an exciting non-conference matchup​. Get in on the action with our free NCAAB picks.

Davidson (4-0) has been electric to start the season, averaging 87 points per game behind forward Reed Bailey, who leads the team with 19 points, 7.8 rebounds, and 3 assists per game. The Wildcats excel at ball movement, averaging 18.8 assists per game, and their balanced attack has proven difficult for opponents to contain. However, Davidson's defense will be tested against Arizona’s frontcourt dominance and ability to control the glass​.

Arizona (2-2) enters as a heavy favorite, with a deep roster highlighted by Jaden Bradley, who averages 15.5 points and 2.5 assists per game. Arizona’s rebounding edge—grabbing 41.8 boards per game compared to Davidson’s 34.3—could be a decisive factor. Despite dropping a recent game to Duke, the Wildcats have shown the ability to overwhelm teams with their size and pace, scoring 102 points in their win over Old Dominion earlier this month. They’ll look to exploit Davidson’s defensive gaps while tightening up their own perimeter defense, which has been inconsistent at times​.

Arizona’s physicality and rebounding advantage make them the likely winner, but Davidson’s efficient offense could keep the game closer than expected. If Davidson can hit their outside shots and limit turnovers, they might keep Arizona on edge. However, Arizona’s depth and experience should secure them a win, with a projected score of 86-70.