Duquesne vs. Boise State, Picks and Prediction for Wednesday, December 10th, 2025
Use Code WWWC The Duquesne Dukes (6-3, 2-6 ATS, 7-1 O/U) meet the Boise State Broncos (6-3, 4-3 ATS, 1-6 O/U) in an inter-conference meeting on Wednesday evening, and we have you covered with the prediction. The Broncos posted a win against Stony Brook in their previous action. The Broncos recorded a road win against Butler this past weekend.
Can the Broncos record a third straight win in this home matchup on Wednesday evening? Check out the Duquesne vs. Boise State prediction. Do you need a boost in your handicapping? Try our NCAAB Picks!
Duquesne Answers With Sixth Win
The Duquesne Dukes are targeting their sixth win of the season. Duquesne was 3-0 to begin the season but has been shaky since. Duquesne has dropped two of its past three games. They beat Central State, OH, which does not play DI, to conclude November. Duquesne came up short in a narrow 83-73 home defeat against William & Mary last Tuesday. Next, the Dukes posted an 84-75 home win against Stony Brook on Saturday but did not cover the big 9.5-point spread. They sank 47% of their shots and kept Stony Brook to 40% shooting. The Dukes have covered the spread in just one of their past five games.
Tarence Guinyard has been steady, netting 19 or more points in three of his past six games. The senior guard scored 30 against Villanova earlier this season and has recorded an average of 17 PPG on 52.1% shooting. John Hugley IV has scored 11 or fewer points in two of his last three games. The senior forward has strong numbers, posting an average of 15.9 PPG and 6 RPG on the year.
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Jimmie Williams is capable of big numbers. The junior guard has sunk 16 or more points in four of his last five games. The junior guard scored 17 on Saturday and has yielded an average of 14 PPG. Cam Crawford has connected on 50% of his shots in three of his past five games. The senior guard is averaging 8.5 PPG on 45% shooting. Jakub Necas has been steady, amassing 11 or more points in three of his past five games. The junior forward has contributed with 7.1 PPG and 5.2 RPG.
The Dukes are ranked 142nd in DI in Ken Pomeroy’s ratings. They have only played in one road game, which was the defeat against Villanova. Duquesne is averaging 86.9 points on the season, ranking them 92nd. The Dukes will give up points. They are squandering an average of 80 points, pegging them near the bottom at 253rd in the country.
Boise State Posts Huge Road Win vs. Butler
The Boise State Broncos are also eying their sixth victory of the season. Boise State was 5-1 after six games, mostly against inferior opponents. They have dropped two of their past four games in what's been a tough schedule. They lost 70-67 against USC and were dealt an 81-70 defeat by NC State. The Broncos answered with a 77-68 road win against Butler on Saturday. They were three-point dogs in that one. Boise State only shot 41% in the win, and Butler connected 45% of its shots. The Broncos have covered the spread in two of their last five games.
Andrew Meadow has been consistent, connecting on 50% of his field goals in five of his last six games. The junior forward scored 10 points in the big win on Saturday and has reported an average of 13.2 PPG on 52% shooting. Javan Buchanan has been hit or miss. The senior forward has shot below 39% in three of his past five efforts. He is averaging 12.1 PPG and 5.6 RPG on the season.
Drew Fielder has come through with some big games. The junior center managed 16 points in the win on Saturday and has contributed with 12.6 PPG on a 58% efficiency from the field. Dylan Andrews has scored double digits in three of his past five games. The senior guard dropped 20 points on Saturday, bringing his season average up to 12.8 PPG on 35.8% shooting.
The Broncos are rated 48th in the country in Ken Pomeroy’s ratings. They have plenty a ton of home games, managing a 4-1 record. Boise State is averaging 78.2 points on the season, marking them 219th. The Broncos' defense has been decent. They have conceded 70 or fewer points in three of their past five games and are keeping opponents to 70.3 points, placing them 90th in the country.
Duquesne vs. Butler Pick
Spread Pick for Duquesne vs. Butler
- Duquesne Dukes +13 (5 units)
The Duquesne Dukes have been competitive. They covered in a loss to Villanova and beat Colorado State by 21 points. The Dukes stand at 3-2 in their past five games. The Boise State Broncos are inconsistent. They have dropped two of their past four games. This is a team that lost to a non-D1 team, Hawaii Pacific, in their season opener.
Furthermore, Duquesne has the scoring punch to stay in this game and maybe win it. They are averaging a decent 108.6 points per 100 possessions compared to 112.9 points per 100 by Boise State. Duquesne is shooting a dazzling 51% on the season. The Broncos have squandered 76 or more points in two of their past three games. Go with Duquesne to cover this spread on the road.
Over/Under Pick for Duquesne vs. Butler
- Over 150 (5 units)
I expect a shootout in this one. Duquesne will attempt an average of 25 threes per game. This is key against a Broncos team giving up a ton of threes. Opponents are shooting 34.5% from deep against the Broncos, pegging them down at 265th in the country in three-point defense.
In addition, Duquesne plays at a quick pace, ranking 25th in DI in adjusted tempo. The Dukes squander a ton of points due to their quick pace, surrendering 78 or more points in all but two games this season. The over is a convincing 5-1 in the Dukes’ previous six games.
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