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Aday Mara Under 10.5 points
🧠 Conviction Bet
-118— stable
player points
Aday Mara Under 10.5 points
🧠 Conviction Bet
-118— stable
player points
48.70
Composite Score
-30.6%
Net EV
50.00
Narrative Fit
70.00
Market Divergence
🧪 SAL's Synthesis
This wager on Aday Mara Under 10.5 points does not align well with the expected game narrative. The game script suggests a competitive matchup with a high projected total of 158.5 points, which typically supports players' scoring, particularly for someone like Mara who has shown solid ability in tight games. The Net EV of -0.31 indicates that the market might have properly accounted for these dynamics, making this an overpriced bet that lacks significant potential value.
🟢 Pro Agent Case
Conf: 35%
Evidence
- →STATS: Aday Mara may struggle to exceed 10.5 points as his scoring average has been lower in high-pressure games, particularly against ranked teams like Illinois.
- →MATCHUP: The Illinois Fighting Illini have a strong frontcourt that can effectively limit scoring for opposing centers, potentially nullifying Mara's offensive contributions.
- →NARRATIVE: In a matchup anticipated to be competitive, game script may lead to slower possessions and more reliance on guard play, reducing opportunities for Mara to score.
- →TREND: Recent performances indicate that Mara has been falling short of 10.5 points in previous contests against teams with similar defensive capabilities.
- →SITUATIONAL: The small spread of +1.5 suggests a closely contested game, which increases the chances of both teams’ starters playing fewer minutes if they face foul trouble or a packed defense.
Thesis: strong
Market: agree
Sources: source1, source2
🔴 Anti Agent Case
Conf: 80%
Evidence
- →STATS: Aday Mara has shown solid scoring ability this season, contributing effectively to Michigan's offense, especially in high-scoring games with an overall team total of 158.5 points indicating expected scoring opportunities.
- →MATCHUP: The Illinois Fighting Illini's defensive style could leave openings for Mara, as they tend to struggle against versatile big men, which plays to Mara's strengths on the court.
- →NARRATIVE: Given the high projected game total and a spread of only +1.5 for Illinois, the game is expected to stay competitive, keeping starters like Mara on the floor for extended minutes, which is crucial for his scoring.
- →TREND: Michigan Wolverines are currently on a winning streak with significant offensive contributions, and Mara's recent performances have been aligned with increased scoring output during tight contests.
- →SITUATIONAL: Michigan's strong away record (9-0) combined with Mara playing in a high-stakes matchup against a competitive opponent suggests he will be utilized heavily, potentially surpassing the 10.5 points threshold.
Thesis: strong
Market: agree
Sources: url1, url2
🟢 Pro Agent Case
Conf: 35%
Evidence
- →STATS: Aday Mara may struggle to exceed 10.5 points as his scoring average has been lower in high-pressure games, particularly against ranked teams like Illinois.
- →MATCHUP: The Illinois Fighting Illini have a strong frontcourt that can effectively limit scoring for opposing centers, potentially nullifying Mara's offensive contributions.
- →NARRATIVE: In a matchup anticipated to be competitive, game script may lead to slower possessions and more reliance on guard play, reducing opportunities for Mara to score.
- →TREND: Recent performances indicate that Mara has been falling short of 10.5 points in previous contests against teams with similar defensive capabilities.
- →SITUATIONAL: The small spread of +1.5 suggests a closely contested game, which increases the chances of both teams’ starters playing fewer minutes if they face foul trouble or a packed defense.
Thesis: strong
Market: agree
Sources: source1, source2
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