Gonzaga vs. Kent State Prediction, Odds, Lines, Picks, and Preview- December 5 | 2022 NCAA Basketball Regular Season
The Kent State Golden Flashes travel to the Pacific Northwest to face the Gonzaga Bulldogs. The Bulldogs are reeling a bit from some uncharacteristic early-season losses. Kent State poses a unique challenge on the defensive end of the court.
Can Kent State pull off the upset, or will Gonzaga get their season back on track?
Kent State Golden Flashes vs. Gonzaga Bulldogs: Betting Odds
Drew Timme is the inspirational leader of the Gonzaga Bulldogs on both ends of the court. He provides the energy and gets the home crowd going. Timme leads the Bulldogs in scoring, with 18 points per game, while also leading the team in blocked shots.
The Gonzaga Bulldogs historically have versatile guards that help out in several ways. 2022 is no different, as one of the catalysts on this team is Julian Strawther. Strawther chips in with 13 points per night while leading the team in rebounding.
Nolan Hickman keeps the Gonzaga offense flowing. Hickman leads the team in assists and contributes eight points per night.
Kent State begins with the firepower provided by G Sincere Carry. Carry leads the team in scoring, with 19 points per night, while leading the team in assists. The Golden Flashes rely on Carry during critical possessions.
Cli'Ron Hornbeak provides nastiness to the Golden Flashes. Hornbeak owns the interior, leading Kent State in rebounds and blocked shots.
Malique Jacobs pours in 13 points per game, but his defense stands out. Jacobs averages an absurd four steals per game, causing havoc for the opposition.
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Kent State Golden Flashes vs. Gonzaga Bulldogs: Match Details
Fixture: Kent State Golden Flashes vs. Gonzaga Bulldogs
Date & Time: Monday, December 5, 9:00 pm ET
Venue: McCarthey Athletic Center, Spokane, Washington
Kent State Golden Flashes vs. Gonzaga Bulldogs: Prediction
Kent State has been impressive so far this season. The Golden Flashes are off to a 6-2 record, and their two losses were narrow defeats. They pushed the Houston Cougars to the limit, so Kent State is not afraid to step up in competition. Gonzaga has been lackluster thus far, struggling to find an identity on both sides of the court. The Bulldogs will look to this match-up to get their season back on track at home.
Gonzaga ultimately has many veteran players who would put Kent State away in the second half. The point spread is too large, given how well Kent State can play on both ends of the court. Take the Golden Flashes and take the points.
Final Prediction: Kent State Golden Flashes +14.5 (-105)
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