Grand Canyon Antelopes Face Off Against Arizona State Sun Devils in Highly Anticipated College Basketball Matchup

The Grand Canyon Antelopes and the Arizona State Sun Devils clashed in a highly anticipated non-conference college basketball game on Thursday, November 14, 2024, at the Footprint Center in Phoenix, Arizona. The Antelopes, who are coming off a successful 30-5 season under Coach Bryce Drew and a 2-0 start to the 2024-25 season, were favored by 5.5 points in the latest odds.

Grand Canyon has been impressive, with TCU transfer JaKobe Coles averaging 21.0 points and 12.0 rebounds per game, and guard Collin Moore stepping up his offensive game, averaging 16.5 points per game. The Antelopes also had a notable win over Western Kentucky, securing a 74-72 victory in their last outing.

Arizona State, under Coach Bobby Hurley, is looking to rebound from a 14-18 season last year. Despite a recent 88-80 loss to Gonzaga, the Sun Devils have shown significant improvement, particularly with the addition of transfers BJ Freeman, Alston Mason, and Basheer Jihad. These players have brought a new level of talent to the team, with Mason and Jihad standing out in their recent game against Gonzaga.[

The game was broadcast on ESPN2 and available for streaming on FuboTV. The over/under for the game was set at 149.5 points, with Grand Canyon’s strong offense and Arizona State’s improving performance making it a closely watched matchup.

Historically, Arizona State has had the upper hand in recent meetings, winning both games against Grand Canyon in the last four years. However, Grand Canyon’s current form and the return of key players like Tyon Grant-Foster, who was set to make his season debut, made this game a crucial test for both teams.