Drake vs Bradley Picks and Prediction – 1/9/2025

The Drake Bulldogs take a road trip Wednesday with the game in Illinois against the Bradley Braves. Drake is rolling through the year with twelve wins through 14 games played but coming to Wednesday on a 2 game skid following a 7 point loss in their last outing. Offensively Drake has been top tier this season averaging 72.4 points per game but average just 64.5 points per game during their two game losing streak. Defensively Drake is one of the best teams in the country allowing 58.2 points per game overall but have given up 70 points per game during their two game losing streak. For other college basketball action see our College Basketball Picks.

Bennett Stirtz leads the Drake offense this season averaging 18.3 points and 6.1 assists per game. Daniel Abreu is second on the team averaging 11.9 points and Mitch Mascari averages 11.5 points per game. Big man Cam Manyawu averages 9.6 points and boasts ateam leading 6.6 rebounds per game this season 4 Drake.

The Bradley Braves come into Wednesday rolling this season with thirteen wins through 15 games played riding a lengthy winning streak following a nine point victory last time out against Missouri State. Offensively Bradley has been top tier this season averaging 81.8 points per game on 49.4% shooting from the floor. Defensively Bradley has been just as strong holding opponents to 68.4 points per game overall and gave up just 60 points in their last victory.

Duke Deen leads Bradley this season averaging 15.1 points and 4.1 assists per game. Zek Montgomery averages 13.9 points and Christian Davis chips in a fourth best 10.1 points per game. Darius Hannah is 3rd on the team averaging 12.6 points and adds a team leading 6 rebounds per game.

Both teams have been strong this year as each will look to continue to roll. Look for Bradley to do the work on both sides of the ball leading to the win. Take the Braves to lean on their potent offense and home fans Wednesday night leading to the win. Final Score Prediction, Bradley Braves win and cover 74-66.