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Old Dominion Monarchs vs Maryland Terrapins 12/28/25 NCAAB Free Pick

Alright, folks, we've got an exciting NCAAB matchup on our hands between the Old Dominion Monarchs and the Maryland Terrapins. Let's dive into the numbers and see where the smart money might be for this game.

First up, we have the Old Dominion Monarchs coming into this game without a current streak. They are sitting at the 10th position with 4 wins and 9 losses this season. Their home record stands at a solid 4-1, but they have been struggling on the road with an 0-8 away record. The Monarchs have scored 965 points while allowing 1003 points, giving them a points differential of -2.92.

On the other side, we have the Maryland Terrapins also entering this game with no current streak. The Terrapins are placed 16th in the standings with 6 wins and 6 losses. They have been decent at home with a 3-2 record but have struggled a bit on the road with a 1-2 away record. Maryland has scored 926 points and conceded 966 points, resulting in a points differential of -3.33.

Now, let's talk power ratings. The Old Dominion Monarchs have a power rating of -38.15, with a win percentage of 0.308. On the flip side, the Maryland Terrapins boast a power rating of -37.33 and a win percentage of 0.500. These ratings give us a glimpse into the teams' overall performance and their likelihood of securing a victory.

When it comes to the betting odds for this game, the spread favors the Maryland Terrapins at -13.5, while the Old Dominion Monarchs are sitting at +13.5. Both teams have equal odds at -110, indicating a closely contested game. The money line has the Terrapins as heavy favorites at -750, with the Monarchs as underdogs at +500. The over/under is set at 152.0 points, with both the over and under having odds of -110.

In conclusion, while the Maryland Terrapins have a slightly better record and power rating, the Old Dominion Monarchs have shown strength at home. It will be crucial for the Monarchs to improve their performance on the road if they want to challenge the Terrapins. With the betting odds favoring Maryland, it might be a safer bet to go with the Terrapins for this game. However, in sports, anything can happen, so buckle up for what promises to be an exciting matchup between these two teams.

The predicted final score is for the Old Dominion Monarchs to beat the home team Maryland Terrapins 85-70