Princeton Tigers vs Creighton Blue Jays 3/24/2023 Expert Picks, Tips and Odds
Men’s Basketball Championship – South Region – Sweet 16
In a highly anticipated matchup, the 15th-ranked Princeton Tigers will take on the 6th-ranked Creighton Blue Jays in the NCAA Men’s Basketball Championship – South Region – Sweet 16 at the KFC Yum! Center on Friday, March 24, 2023, at 9:00 PM EDT.
The Tigers, with a season record of 23-8, has been a force to be reckoned with, averaging an impressive 75.5 points per game while shooting 45.5% from the field, placing them 87th in the nation. Despite struggling with their three-point shooting, making only 263 of their 775 attempts, they have been solid from the free-throw line, converting 71.4% of their attempts. Princeton’s passing game has been consistent, averaging 39.4 rebounds per game and a total of 417 assists, ranking them 202nd in the country.
- Princeton is 0-6 SU in their last 6 games against an opponent in the Big East conference.
- The Princeton Tigers are 5-0 ATS in their last 5 games played in March.
- The total went OVER in 4 of Princeton’s last 5 games played on a Friday.
Princeton Tigers vs Creighton Blue Jays 3/24/2023 Expert Picks, Tips and Odds
The Creighton Bluejays have had a respectable season, with a 23-12 win-loss record heading into the NCAA Men’s Basketball Championship – South Region – Sweet 16. Their performance on the court has been notable, committing an average of 13.3 personal fouls per game while converting an impressive 78.0% of their free throws. The Bluejays have also displayed strong passing skills, assisting their teammates an average of 15.8 times per game, ranking 22nd in the nation.
With a campaign total of 2,686 points (averaging 76.7 points per game) and an average of 37.0 boards per contest, the Bluejays’ offensive game has been impressive. Their 46.7% field goal percentage places them 54th in Division 1. However, their defense has been a slight concern, allowing an average of 68.5 points per game and ranking 133rd in college basketball.
- Creighton is 10-1 ATS in their last 11 games played in March.
- The Creighton Blue Jays are 13-3 SU in their last 16 games played on a Friday.
- The Blue Jays are 4-1 ATS in their last 5 games when playing as the favorite.
15 Princeton Tigers vs 6 Creighton Blue Jays. The NCAAB pick for this game is the Creighton Blue Jays. The Sweet 16 is where Princeton’s magical run in this year’s tournament will come to an end. Expect Creighton to use their skill on both sides of the ball to dismantle a capable Princeton squad. The Blue Jays will move on to the elite eight if Crieghton performs well enough in the Sweet 16 to win and cover. The Creighton Blue Jays will win by a predicted score of 76-62.
NCAAB Starting Time: 9:00 PM (EDT)
Location: KFC Yum! Center
Date: Friday, March 24, 2023
TV: CBS Sports Network
NCAAB Odds: Creighton Blue Jays -10
NCAAB Totals: 140
