Game Details:
Matchup: Louisiana vs Delaware
Date & Time: Tuesday, December 16, 2025 | 7:00 PM ET
Venue: Bob Carpenter Center, Newark, Delaware
Betting Line: Delaware -4.5 | Over/Under: 135.5
Key Storylines
Delaware Protecting Home Floor: Delaware has been dominant at home, boasting a strong home record and playing excellent team defense. They’re aiming to extend their unbeaten streak on their court and keep momentum pushing toward conference play.
Louisiana’s Road Woes: Louisiana has been inconsistent away from home, with offensive struggles on the road being a major theme this season. They’ll need to shoot significantly better to keep this contest competitive.
Battle of Guards: This matchup features standout guards leading their respective teams. Delaware’s backcourt, known for its aggressive pace and low turnover rate, could pose issues for a Louisiana defense that at times struggles to contain dribble penetration.
Injury Report
Louisiana:
Out: G Malik Thomas (ankle)
Questionable: F Andre Hill (shoulder)
Delaware:
No major injuries reported
Stat Breakdown
- Delaware is 6-0 at home this season
- Louisiana is 1-4 on the road
- Delaware allows just 62.8 PPG at home
- The total has gone under in five of Louisiana’s last seven games
- Delaware shoots 49.2% from the field at home versus just 42.5% on the road for Louisiana
Betting Trends
Against the Spread (ATS):
Louisiana: 3-5 ATS this season
Delaware: 6-2 ATS this season
Over/Under Trends:
The total has gone under in 6 of Delaware’s 8 games
The total has gone under in 5 of Louisiana’s last 7
Player Prop to Watch
Jaylen Carrington (Delaware) – Points Total: 16.5
Carrington has hit the over in four of his last five games and faces a Louisiana defense ranked in the bottom third nationally in three-point coverage. Expect him to get hot early at home.
Prediction & Best Bets
Spread: Delaware -4.5 → With better form, solid defense, and home-court advantage, Delaware should cover this number.
Total: Under 135.5 → Both teams prefer a controlled pace, and with two solid defenses in play, the under looks favorable.
Player Prop: Jaylen Carrington Over 16.5 points → Delaware’s offensive engine will look to capitalize against a soft perimeter defense.
Look for Delaware to jump out early and maintain control throughout the game. Unless Louisiana has a breakout shooting night, this feels like Delaware’s game to lose. Final score prediction: Delaware 68, Louisiana 60