Wagner vs. Howard betting preview: Early odds, picks, and best bets for the first game of the 2024 NCAA Tournament

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Wagner vs. Howard betting preview: Early odds, picks, and best bets for the first game of the 2024 NCAA Tournament

Wagner will take on Howard in the first game of the 2024 NCAA Tournament in less than 48 hours. This will be Wagner’s first March Madness appearance in more than 20 years, Howard’s second appearance in more than 30 years. The game will tip off at UD Arena on Tuesday, scheduled to begin at 6:40 p.m. ET.

Our predictions and best bets for Tuesday’s matchup come from data curated by the analysts at Dimers.com, a leader in sports betting predictions. The odds in this article are the best currently available at the time of publication, and are subject to change. Let’s dive in and see where things stand.

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Explore the interactive widget below to discover the latest spread, total, and moneyline betting odds and probabilities for the Wagner-Howard matchup at UD Arena.

The key information you need before the Wagner vs. Howard college basketball game.

  • Teams: Wagner vs. Howard
  • Date: Tuesday, March 19, 2024
  • Time: 6:40 p.m. ET
  • Location: UD Arena

Odds for the key markets in the Wagner-Howard college basketball showdown. Clicking the odds in this article will link you to the applicable sportsbooks, where you can place your bets.

  • Spread: Wagner +2.5 (-105), Howard -2.5 (-112)
  • Moneyline: Wagner +126, Howard -148
  • Total: Over/Under 128.5 (-110/-110)

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Using state-of-the-art data analysis and computer power, Dimers has performed 10,000 simulations of Tuesday’s Wagner vs. Howard game.

According to Dimers’ famous predictive analytics model, Howard is more likely to beat Wagner at UD Arena. This prediction is based on the model giving Howard a 57% chance of winning the game.

Furthermore, Dimers predicts that Wagner (+2.5) has a 55% chance of covering the spread, while the over/under total of 128.5 points is considered an equal 50-50 chance of hitting.

These predictions and probabilities are correct at the time of publishing but are subject to change.

Our top pick for the Wagner vs. Howard game on Tuesday is to bet on Wagner +2.5 (-105).

Our betting tips are formulated through detailed modeling and valuable wagering intelligence, designed to bring you the best possible plays.

Dimers’ predicted final score for the Wagner vs. Howard game on Tuesday has Howard prevailing 64-63.

This expert prediction is based on each team’s average score following 10,000 game simulations, offering a glimpse into the potential outcome.

Get ready for Tuesday’s college basketball game between Wagner and Howard at UD Arena, which is scheduled to start at 6:40 p.m. ET. If you’re looking to enhance your betting experience, consider exploring parlay picks.

We emphasize that all of the college basketball predictions and college basketball best bets in this preview are based on 10,000 data-driven simulations of the Wagner vs. Howard matchup, and they are correct at the time of publishing. They are intended to assist you make more informed choices when placing bets at online sportsbooks.

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