ACC Showdown: Syracuse Orange vs. Duke Blue Devils Betting Preview and Picks
The Syracuse Orange will face off against the No. 6 Duke Blue Devils in an ACC matchup at Cameron Indoor Stadium. Duke has dominated the series, winning the last 10 meetings and covering in 9 of the past 10 matchups. Syracuse is coming off two consecutive wins, while Duke has won 12 of its last 13 games but has failed to cover the spread in the past four games.
Syracuse has covered the spread in five straight games and has seen the Over hit in five of its last seven games. Duke, on the other hand, has been strong defensively, allowing 58 or fewer points in five of its last six games. However, the Blue Devils have struggled to cover the spread recently, going 0-4 ATS in their last four games.
In terms of betting, Duke is a heavy favorite at -10000, making it an unattractive straight-up bet. Syracuse, getting +21.5 points, has covered in five straight games and could be a better option against the spread. The total points are set at 142.5, with the Under being the lean due to Duke's defensive prowess.
While Syracuse has trended towards the Over in recent games, Duke's strong defense could dictate a slower pace and favor the Under. For more sports betting picks and tips, visit SportsbookWire.com and BetFTW. Follow @danieledobish on Twitter and SportsbookWire on Twitter and Facebook for more updates on college sports coverage.