NCAAB picks 12/4: The Citadel Bulldogs @ Davidson Wildcats

The Citadel Bulldogs are set to face the Davidson Wildcats on Thursday, December 4, 2025, at 7:00 PM EST in Davidson, North Carolina. This matchup marks the first meeting between the two teams since 2014.

Team Analysis

The Citadel

• Season Overview and Recent Form: The Citadel enters this game with a 2-6 record, including an 0-2 mark in away games. Their recent performances have been challenging, with losses to Presbyterian, Houston Christian, and Bellarmine. In their most recent outing, they suffered a 28-point defeat to Presbyterian.

• Key Players: Christian Moore leads the Bulldogs with an average of 11.0 points per game, shooting 42.3% from the field and 78.6% from the free-throw line. Carter Kingsbury contributes 5.5 points and 3.6 rebounds per game, while Keynan Davis adds 7.9 points and 2.6 rebounds per game.

Davidson

• Season Overview and Recent Form: Davidson boasts a 6-1 record, with a strong 4-0 performance at home. Their only loss came against Utah State, a team they faced in a challenging matchup. In their latest game, the Wildcats secured a 90-74 victory over North Carolina A&T, with Josh Scovens leading the team with 21 points.

• Key Players: Hunter Adam leads Davidson with 12.5 points per game, shooting an impressive 61.9% from the field and 100% from the free-throw line. Josh Scovens contributes 3.7 rebounds per game, while Sam Brown averages 2.3 assists per game.

Key Matchup Factors

• Head-to-Head History: Davidson holds a 98-45 advantage over The Citadel in their all-time series. The most recent meeting occurred on February 17, 2014, when the Wildcats won 83-76.

• Important Player Matchups: The battle between Davidson’s Hunter Adam and The Citadel’s Christian Moore will be pivotal. Adam’s efficient scoring and shooting accuracy present a significant challenge for Moore and the Bulldogs’ defense.

• Key Injuries and News: As of now, there are no significant injury reports affecting either team. Both teams are expected to be at full strength for this matchup.

• Home/Away Performance: Davidson has demonstrated strong home performance, winning 4 out of 5 home games this season. In contrast, The Citadel has struggled on the road, failing to secure a win in their away games.

Betting Analysis

• Spread Analysis: Davidson is favored by 20.5 points, reflecting their superior record and home-court advantage. The Wildcats have a history of strong performances against Southern Conference teams at home, winning their last 13 such games.

• Total (Over/Under) Analysis: The over/under is set at 141.5 points. Davidson’s offense averages 77.7 points per game, while The Citadel scores 70.5 points per game. Considering both teams’ scoring averages, the total points are likely to be close to this line.

• Best Value Opportunities: Given Davidson’s strong home performance and The Citadel’s struggles on the road, betting on Davidson to cover the spread appears to be a favorable option. Additionally, considering the over/under line, betting on the total points to go over could be worthwhile, given both teams’ scoring capabilities.

• Prediction: Davidson is expected to win comfortably, leveraging their home-court advantage and superior overall performance. The Wildcats’ efficient offense and solid defense should lead them to a decisive victory over The Citadel.

• Final Pick: Davidson to cover the -20.5 point spread and the total points to go over 141.5. For more in-depth analysis and betting insights, consider utilizing Wannamakeabet’s points-based betting system, which offers data-driven predictions and strategies to enhance your betting experience.