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(NCAAB) Gaels (SMC) vs. Cornhuskers (NEB),
Point Spread: -3.50 | -110.00 Gaels (SMC) (Away)
Result: Loss
Saint Mary's is coming into this game with a 3-0 record this season and they have been playing very well in their recent games. They opened the season with a 7 point win over Towson, followed that up with a 12 point win over Chattanooga, and now they are coming off of a 19 point win against Akron in their last game. Their offense has been good in these games as they have scored 86+ points in their last 2 straight, and their defense has not been bad either as they have allowed under 70 points in 2 of their 3 games. They have played all 3 games at home this season, but this game is in a neutral location so it is not going to have that true road atmosphere. They are going up against a Nebraska team that is 3-0 this season and they have also been playing well in their recent games. This was a very hot team to start the season last year as well, but they fizzled out in conference play with a 12-8 record in the Big 10, struggling more against stronger opponents. Saint Mary's is not a Big 10 opponent, but they were one of the better teams in their conference last season and always find a way to make the NCAA Tournament. Nebraska opened their season with a 20 point win over UTRGV, followed that up with a 5 point win over Bethune-Cookman, and now they are coming off of a 26 point win against FDU in their last game. They have also played their 3 games at home this season so this will be their 1st game in a neutral location, but this could also be a bit of a look ahead spot for them with their next game coming up against a ranked Creighton team who is definitely a big rival for this Nebraska team. Nebraska has played great defense in their recent games, but Saint Mary's is going to be the 1st real test for them this season and Saint Mary's has the quality to win this game. Saint Mary's will cover the spread in this game.