2025 NCAA Opening Day: Queens vs. Winthrop Odds and Predictions
The 2025 NCAA season kicks off with an exciting matchup between the Queens Royals and the Winthrop Eagles. This contest will take place during the Field of 68 Opening Day Marathon on Monday morning.
Teams Overview
Both teams finished last season with impressive records. The Royals closed the previous season at 20 wins and 15 losses, securing the sixth position in the Atlantic Sun Conference. They achieved an 11-7 record in conference play.
On the other hand, the Eagles concluded their 2024-25 season with a strong performance, finishing with 23 wins and 11 losses. Winthrop placed second in the Big South Conference, recording an 11-5 conference record.
Recent Performances
- Queens Royals: Beat Johnson C. Smith 103-67 in their final exhibition.
- Winthrop Eagles: Won against Georgia Southern 96-91 on October 25.
Game Details
The game is scheduled to begin at 8 a.m. ET at the Rock Hill Sports & Events Center in Rock Hill, South Carolina. Historically, Winthrop leads the series against Queens with a record of 5 wins to 2 losses, including an 86-78 victory in their last encounter.
Betting Odds and Predictions
According to the latest odds from SportsLine, Winthrop is a 3.5-point favorite over Queens. The total points over/under is set at 161.5.
Before placing any bets on the Queens vs. Winthrop game, it’s essential to consider insights from the SportsLine Projection Model. This model has successfully simulated every Division 1 college basketball game 10,000 times.
Model Performance
- Last season record: 229-169 (+1805) on top-rated picks.
- Rank: 99.5th percentile in a major bracket contest.
- Correctly predicted all Elite Eight and Final Four teams last year.
The model anticipates a lean towards the Under for this matchup and highlights that one side of the spread covers nearly 60% of the time. Such predictions could lead to significant insights for bettors and fans alike.
As the 2025 NCAA season opens, the excitement builds for the Queens Royals versus Winthrop Eagles showdown. This game promises to set the tone for the season ahead.
