The Richmond Spiders (9-1) are set to face off against the Elon Phoenix (6-4) in a highly anticipated matchup in Elon, North Carolina on Wednesday at 7 p.m. EST. According to the latest lines from BetMGM Sportsbook, the Spiders are favored by 4.5 points, with the over/under set at 159.5.
Elon is coming off a recent victory, where Kacper Klaczek delivered an impressive performance, scoring 23 points in the Phoenix’s 85-79 win over the Northern Illinois Huskies. Currently, the Phoenix sit fourth in the Colonial Athletic Association (CAA) in rebounding, averaging 35.4 boards per game, with Chandler Cuthrell leading the way at 7.7 rebounds per game. Elon has a solid home record of 3-2, which could provide them an advantage in this matchup.
On the other hand, the Spiders are making their mark away from home, boasting a 1-0 record in such games. However, Richmond has struggled in close contests, holding a 0-1 record in games decided by three points or fewer. Their defense allows an average of 71.1 points per game.
Elon’s scoring prowess will be a challenge for Richmond, as the Phoenix average an impressive 86.5 points per game—15.4 points higher than what the Spiders typically allow. Richmond averages 9.0 made three-pointers per game, slightly below Elon’s defensive averages.
Highlighting the top performers, Cuthrell is currently shooting an efficient 54.7% from the field and leading the Phoenix with an average of 22.7 points per game. Randall Pettus II also contributes significantly, averaging 15.3 points. For Richmond, Aiden Argabright adds 12.0 points and 2.2 rebounds, while Jaden Daughtry contributes with 10.9 points and 4.2 rebounds per game.
This game offers an exciting opportunity for both teams as they continue to establish their standings in the CAA. The clash of Elon’s offensive strength against Richmond’s resilience will be a focal point of the matchup, setting the stage for a thrilling contest.