Northwestern vs. FAU Prediction, Pick Against the Spread, and Latest Odds for Round of 64
The Florida Atlantic Owls and the Northwestern Wildcats clash this afternoon to kick off Friday's NCCA Tournament slate. Can FAU advance to the Round of 32? Matt McCuen provides his Northwestern vs. FAU prediction and pick against the spread.
Matt McCuen - March 22, 2024, 8:00 AM EDT
5 minNorthwestern vs. FAU Prediction, Pick Against the Spread, and Latest Odds for Round of 64
The Florida Atlantic Owls and the Northwestern Wildcats will clash on Friday afternoon for a Round of 64 affair.
This is one of the most anticipated matchups of round one.
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Northwestern vs. FAU Start Time, Where to Watch, and Odds
- Date: Friday, March 22, 2024
- Start Time: 12:15 pm ET
- Where to Watch: CBS
Northwestern vs. FAU Odds
- Spread: Northwestern +2.5 (-105), FAU -2.5 (-110)
- Total Odds: O 141.5 (-110), U 141.5 (-108)
- Moneyline Odds: Northwestern (+130), FAU (-138)
Northwestern vs. FAU Prediction
The Owls became America's Sweetheart a season ago as they went on a Cinderella-like run into the final four.
The slipper did not fit however as the Owls lost to San Diego State on a buzzer-beater.
Florida Atlantic began the season viewed as a top 15 team in the nation.
The Owls ended the year unranked and lost to the Temple Owls in the American Semi-Finals.
It was a bit of a disappointing season for Dusty Mays's squad, but the bottom line is they punched a ticket to the Dance.
The Owls support a record of 25-8.
Senior Johnell Davis is the star of the team, leading the squad with 18.2 points and 3.0 assists.
Big man Vlad Goldin leads the squad, hauling in 6.8 rebounds and 15.6 points per game.
Summit, Mississippi native Alijah Martin has averaged 13.3 points and 5.9 rebounds per game.
The Owls have averaged 82.55 points per game while giving up 73.27.
Northwestern will attempt to pull off the upset this afternoon.
The Wildcats had a strong season in what was a down year for the Big Ten.
Chris Collins' team ended with a record of 21-11.
That was the third-best record in the conference.
The Cats last played against Wisconsin in a game in which they lost 70-61.
Northwestern ranks 53rd In NET with a 2-3 record vs Top 25 teams.
Senior Boo Buie leads the Cats with 19.2 points and 5.1 assists per game. Indiana native Brooks Barnhizer has added 14.0 points and a team-best 7.5 boards.
Ryan Langborg has averaged 12.2 points and 2.6 assists.
The Wildcats offense has scored 73.69 points per game while allowing opponents 69.0.
Northwestern vs. FAU Pick
We have seen this line continue to move in the favor of the Owls.
Despite not having the season they wanted, this team remains dangerous.
Florida Atlantic brings loads of experience into this contest, which goes a long way this time of year.
Northwestern does not have enough players to win this game.
Additionally, the Cats do not have a big to slow down Goldin and the penetration of the Owls guards.
Pick: Florida Atlantic ML -138 Click here to see which sportsbook has the best odds
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