Utah Valley vs Samford Picks and Prediction – 11/28/2024

The Utah Valley Wolverines will face the Samford Bulldogs on November 27, 2024, at the Pete Hanna Center in Birmingham, Alabama, as part of the Samford Thanksgiving Invitational. Both teams are off to promising starts this season, with Utah Valley boasting a 4-1 record and Samford entering the contest at 4-2. Tip-off is scheduled for 7:30 PM ET, and the game will be broadcast on ESPN+. Get in on the action with our free NCAAB picks.

Utah Valley is riding high after an impressive 89-60 victory over UTEP earlier in the month. The Wolverines’ offense, led by Dominick Nelson has been efficient, averaging 82 points per game while shooting a strong 52% from the field. They’ve also excelled on the boards, grabbing 41 rebounds per contest, providing them with ample second-chance opportunities.

Samford, meanwhile, is coming off a loss to Michigan State, showing resilience late in the game. The Bulldogs are led by Jaden Brownell, who averages 16 points and 6 rebounds per game, anchoring an offense that scores 94 points per contest. However, Samford’s defense has been inconsistent, allowing over 80 points to all D-1 opponents, and they’ve struggled at times with turnovers, averaging 13 per game. To compete with Utah Valley, Samford will need to tighten their defensive rotations and capitalize on their home-court advantage.

Utah Valley’s strong rebounding and efficient offensive execution make them the favorites in this matchup. While Samford’s electric offense can propel them to a potential win, the Wolverines’ consistency on both ends of the court should secure them a hard-fought victory. Final Score Prediction, Utah Valley wins with a projected final score of 86-78.