Northeastern vs Syracuse Prediction, Picks & Odds | 20 Dec 2025

College Basketball Betting Preview: Northeastern vs Syracuse

The Northeastern Huskies square off against the Syracuse Orange, with tip-off scheduled for 16:00 on Saturday, December 20.

Northeastern have been given a sizeable +14.5 on the spread and we’re looking to take advantage. Back the -102 that the underdogs avoid a big loss against Syracuse.

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Northeastern Huskies won their previous game, beating Central Connecticut State Blue Devils at home. It was a 73-56 win.

Syracuse Orange won their last game which was at home. It was a 76-62 triumph against Mercyhurst Lakers.

Head-to-Head Statistics

It was Syracuse who came out on top when they last played Northeastern. A 76-48 win was recorded. Syracuse have won on the past 3 times these teams have gone H2H.

NCAAB	Overall	PF	PA	N. Pts	Home	Away	Strk
Syracuse	7-4	802	712	90	6-1	1-3	1W
Northeastern	4-5	649	660	-11	1-2	3-3	1W

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Northeastern vs Syracuse Prediction & Picks

Make the most of Northeastern vs Syracuse with our betting analysis that includes an expert match prediction, expected scoreline and a hand-picked bet builder designed for value.

Game Prediction

Northeastern look capable of avoiding a heavy defeat in this college matchup and we’re happy to bet them against the spread. The underdogs can comfortably cover +14.5 and this can be backed at -102.

We use the latest team news and injury updates to help shape the best possible basketball predictions. You’ll also notice we take a stats-led approach by factoring in the key college hoops numbers that truly make a difference.

Key Northeastern vs Syracuse stats:

• The +14.5 line has been covered by Northeastern in 19 of their last 20 games.
• The +14.5 line has been covered by Northeastern in 9 of their last 10 games.
• The -14.5 line hasn’t been covered by Syracuse in 8 consecutive games.
• The -14.5 line hasn’t been covered by Syracuse in 17 of their last 20 games.

Northeastern +14.5 Probability

The best betting sites suggest there’s a 50.5% chance of our pick delivering a return. However, we think that the probability sits between 55-60% taking all factors into consideration. This college basketball bet can therefore be backed with confidence.

The Winning Margin lines allow you to bet on Northeastern to secure a victory by a certain number of points. It’s a different wager and a viable alternative to the point spread.

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Our Game Prediction

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Correct Score Prediction

Northeastern 63 - 73 Syracuse

We’re going for Syracuse to win by a 73-63 scoreline, something which is available at huge odds. This speculative wager can provide a big return for a small stake.

Northeastern vs Syracuse Odds

The odds and lines are updated on a frequent basis. You might therefore find that they are different to the ones listed for the above betting predictions.

At betting odds of -2000 with the sportsbooks, Syracuse are regarded as 95% likely to win this college game. For those wanting to oppose the market leader, you can get +980 about Northeastern.

The current spread is 14.5 and total points is 143.5. A bet on the Totals allows fans to use the latest basketball data to good effect. There’s the chance to back Under 143.5 at -110.

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Moneyline

Northeastern

+980

Syracuse

-2000

Point Spread

Northeastern +14.5

-102

Syracuse -14.5

-120

Total Points

Under 143.5

-110

Over 143.5

-110

If you’re looking for an alternative to the main game lines, check out the player props instead. It’s great to wager on Total Points, Three-Pointers, Assists, Steals, Blocks and Rebounds as potential options.

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Northeastern Stats

Syracuse Stats

Moneyline

• 4 wins and 6 defeats in the last 10 games
• 5 wins and 5 defeats in the last 10 games on the road

Moneyline

• 6 wins and 4 defeats in the last 10 games
• 8 wins and 2 defeats in the last 10 home games

Point Spread

• +14.5 Betting Line: Have covered the spread in 9 of the last 10 games
• +14.5 Betting Line on the Road: Have covered the spread in 9 of the last 10 games on the road

Point Spread

• -14.5 Betting Line: Have covered the spread in 2 of the last 10 games
• -14.5 Betting Line at Home: Have covered the spread in 2 of the last 10 home games

Total Points

• Game Totals: An average of 144.40 pts in the previous 10 games
• Game Totals on the Road: An average of 143.50 pts in the previous 10 games on the road
• Over 143.5: Covered in 4 of the previous 10 games
• Over 143.5 on the Road: Covered in 4 of the previous 10 games on the road
• Team Totals: Have scored an average of 71.40 pts and allowed 73.00 pts in the last 10 games
• Team Totals on the Road: Have scored an average of 70.70 pts and allowed 72.80 pts in the last 10 games on the road

Total Points

• Game Totals: An average of 138.20 pts in the previous 10 games
• Game Totals at Home: An average of 140.00 pts in the previous 10 home games
• Over 143.5: Covered in 3 of the previous 10 games
• Over 143.5 at Home: Covered in 3 of the previous 10 home games
• Team Totals: Have scored an average of 71.70 pts and allowed 66.50 pts in the last 10 games
• Team Totals at Home: Have scored an average of 76.40 pts and allowed 63.60 pts in the last 10 home games

NCAAB Table Select Season 2025/20262024/20252023/20242022/20232021/20222020/20212019/2020

Atlantic Coast	Overall	PF	PA	N. Pts	Home	Away	Strk
Duke	11-0	965	669	296	8-0	3-0	11W
California	10-1	909	761	148	10-0	0-1	7W
North Carolina	10-1	888	705	183	9-0	1-1	4W
Virginia	9-1	871	675	196	7-0	2-1	4W
Miami	10-2	1058	813	245	8-1	2-1	5W
Virginia Tech	10-2	998	863	135	8-0	2-2	4W
Louisville	9-2	1005	764	241	7-0	2-2	1L
SMU	9-2	975	849	126	8-0	1-2	1L
Stanford	9-2	899	792	107	6-2	3-0	2W
Notre Dame	9-3	928	817	111	8-0	1-3	4W
Clemson	9-3	968	791	177	8-0	1-3	2W
Wake Forest	9-3	1024	868	156	7-1	2-2	3W
NC State	8-4	1072	876	196	7-2	1-2	1W
Syracuse	7-4	802	712	90	6-1	1-3	1W
Georgia Tech	7-4	811	768	43	7-2	0-2	2W
Florida State	6-6	1018	955	63	6-3	0-3	1W
Pittsburgh	6-6	882	835	47	6-3	0-3	1W
Boston College	5-6	774	742	32	4-5	1-1	1L

Coastal Athletic Association	Overall	PF	PA	N. Pts	Home	Away	Strk
UNC Wilmington	10-1	880	734	146	7-0	3-1	9W
William & Mary	9-3	1042	912	130	4-0	5-3	1W
Hofstra	8-4	935	795	140	3-0	5-4	3W
Stony Brook	8-4	878	809	69	6-1	2-3	1L
Elon	7-4	938	862	76	4-2	3-2	3W
NC A&T	6-4	747	744	3	3-0	3-4	2W
Towson	7-5	859	815	44	5-0	2-5	1W
Charleston	6-6	895	894	1	5-4	1-2	2W
Hampton	6-7	961	895	66	4-2	2-5	1L
Campbell	5-6	899	874	25	4-0	1-6	1L
Drexel	5-6	794	785	9	4-3	1-3	1W
Northeastern	4-5	649	660	-11	1-2	3-3	1W
Monmouth	5-7	875	884	-9	4-1	1-6	3L

• Overall = Overall Wins-Losses
• PF = Total Points For
• PA = Total Points Against
• N. Pts = Point Differential
• Home = Home Record
• Away = Away Record
• Strk = Current Streak

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