Hello, basketball enthusiasts! Get ready for the electrifying Big V showdown McKinnon Cougars vs Camberwell Dragons. The game is set for July 28, 2024, at 02:00 GMT at the Glen Eira Sports and Aquatic Centre (GESAC). Stay tuned as I review the recent performances of both teams and the bookmakers’ odds to spot any notable betting trends.
All about the rivals: Team A
Our home team, McKinnon Cougars, are a semi-professional basketball team based in Victoria, Australia. They compete in the Big V Women’s competition, which has a rich history dating back to its establishment in 2000. Originally part of the Australian Basketball Association (ABA), the Big V became independent after the ABA ceased operations in 2008.
Currently, the McKinnon Cougars’ roster and their stats – Free Throws Made Percentage (FTM), Points Per Game (PPG), 3 Point Field Goal Percentage (3PA) – are:
- Shug Dickson (90% FTM, 22 PPG, 33.33% 3PA)
- Emily Maltezos (70% FTM, 13.71 PPG, 33.01% 3PA)
- A’Lexxus Davis (68.18% FTM, 11.57 PPG)
- Emily Suckling (70% FTM, 10.33 PPG, 34.25% 3PA)
- Amy Patton (71.43% FTM, 8.11 PPG, 26.67% 3PA)
- Cassie Hill (72% FTM, 6 PPG, 21.05% 3PA)
- Lee Wilkins (63.16% FTM, 5.88 PPG, 25.81% 3PA)
- Hannah McGillen (90% FTM, 5.33 PPG, 19.23% 3PA)
- Kate Bazzucchini (60% FTM, 4.53 PPG)
- Eloise Leonard (4 PPG)
- Lily Brancatisano (33.33% FTM, 3.5 PPG, 36.36% 3PA)
- Tamara Geer (50% FTM, 3.33 PPG)
In the 2024/25 season, the Cougars have encountered several challenges. With a record of 14 losses and only 3 wins, they are currently second to last in the standings with just 6 points.
All about the rivals: Team B
Our away team, Camberwell Dragons, are a spirited basketball team hailing from Victoria, Australia. Currently, the Camberwell Dragons’ roster and their stats – Free Throws Made Percentage (FTM), Points Per Game (PPG), 3 Point Field Goal Percentage (3PA) – are:
- Eleni Valos (60.26% FTM, 15.18 PPG, 29.87% 3PA)
- Emily Whitehouse (84.78% FTM, 11.13 PPG, 36.07% 3PA)
- Gemma Fyffe (47.06% FTM, 8.13 PPG, 32.26% 3PA)
- Georgia Fagan (61.54% FTM, 7.93 PPG, 26.03% 3PA)
- Rachael Smith (54.84% FTM, 5.94 PPG, 25% 3PA)
- Anna Burrows (52.94% FTM, 5.18 PPG, 22.22% 3PA)
- Jade Knight (50% FTM, 4.67 PPG, 40% 3PA)
- Rebecca Horvat (66.67% FTM, 3.82 PPG)
- Victoria Sumskas (54.84% FTM, 3.06 PPG)
- Lauren Moran (56.25% FTM, 2.61 PPG)
- Emily Pickering (33.33% FTM, 1.8 PPG)
- Leni Paten (75% FTM, 1.47 PPG, 20% 3PA)
The Dragons are having a tough time in the 2024/25 season. With 17 losses and only 1 win, they are currently at the bottom of the standings with just 3 points.
All about H2H
The head-to-head (H2H) record between the McKinnon Cougars and the Camberwell Dragons is brief, with only 5 encounters. The Cougars have won 4 of these matchups. Their most recent game on June 30, 2024, saw Camberwell secure their only victory with a score of 75-54.
All about the bookies
Now, let’s discuss the odds, which highlight the bookmakers’ trends for the McKinnon Cougars vs Camberwell Dragons match.
- McKinnon Cougars to Win: @1.25
- Camberwell Dragons to Win: @5
These odds suggest that the bookmakers have identified a clear favorite. Do you agree? Until we get an update on this match, the best strategy is to make the most of this prediction.
Update
A week ago, we shared our initial preview, and now it’s time for an update. In case you forgot, we’re focusing on a Women’s Big V clash between the teams currently in ninth and tenth positions in the standings. Before revealing our pick, let’s take a look at the recent performances of both teams.
Since the preview, our local team, the McKinnon Cougars, remain in second to last place due to 10 consecutive defeats. Their most recent loss was against the Warrnambool Mermaids on July 21, ending 67-83. Similarly, the Camberwell Dragons, our away team, also remain at the bottom of the standings. However, their performance has been slightly better than the Cougars. For instance, their last match on July 20 against the Bulleen Boomers ended in a 50-73 defeat, but their losing streak is only three games.
This time, the decision is challenging as neither team has outperformed the other. Both teams are at the bottom of the table, with only four victories between them this season. The only statistic that offers some insight is the head-to-head record, where the Cougars have a clear advantage. Therefore, our first recommendation is to support the home team in this match. Alternatively, the Over/Under market presents value with Under 135 points. Ready to place your bet? Open an account at the best betting platform to find the best odds and limits for the upcoming McKinnon Cougars vs Camberwell Dragons clash.