Category: College Basketball

Making on a bet on this NCAA game featuring the Fighting Camels versus the Bulldogs? Tip off is at at 7:00 ET, and you can watch it all unfold on ESPN+. The game will be played at McAlister Field House in Charleston, SC. Campbell comes into this non-conference matchup as the -2 point favorite. The over/under line currently sits at 134.5 points.

CAMPBELL FIGHTING CAMELS VS CITADEL BULLDOGS BETTING PICK

The Pick: Citadel Bulldogs +2

This game will be played at McAlister Field House at 7:00 ET on Thursday, December 12th.

WHY BET THE CITADEL BULLDOGS:

• We have this one finishing with a projected score of 75-72 in favor of the Bulldogs.
• Not only will Citadel pick up the win, but look for them to cover at +2.
• The over/under is currently sitting at 134.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 147 points.

Will Campbell Shock Everyone at McAlister Field House?

Campbell dropped to 2-5 on the season after a 58-57 home loss to Coastal Carolina on Wednesday. The Fighting Camels were -5 favorites going into the game but failed to cover the spread. The total points of 115 fell short of the O/U line of 131.5.

Campbell trailed 26-17 at halftime but came out strong in the 2nd half, outscoring Coastal Carolina 40-32. However, their comeback effort fell just short.

Campbell’s offense struggled in their last game, shooting just 33.3% from the field and 26.9% from three-point range. Their effective field goal percentage was 40%, and they managed only 8 offensive rebounds and 10 assists.

Noah Amenhauser and Terren Frank each scored 20 points, with Amenhauser shooting 61.5% from the field. Cam Gregory added 14 points, hitting 2 of 3 from deep, while Colby Duggan contributed 13 points, making 2 of 5 threes.

Campbell’s defense was on point, holding their opponent to just 58 points on 33% shooting from the field. They were especially effective inside, where they limited the other team to 38% shooting on two-point attempts.

From beyond the arc, Campbell’s defense gave up 7 threes on 26 attempts, a 26% success rate. They also sent the opponent to the line 31 times, where they made 24 free throws.

Can the Bulldogs Pull the Upset at Home?

Citadel Bulldogs Recent Game/Games

The Bulldogs dropped to 1-3 on the season after a 76-61 loss to the Cougars on Wednesday, November 20th. Playing at home, Citadel entered the game as +12 underdogs and failed to cover the spread.

Charleston took control early, leading 41-27 at halftime. Citadel put up a better fight in the second half, scoring 34 points while allowing 35, but it wasn’t enough to close the gap. The game’s total points of 137 fell short of the 145 O/U line.

The Citadel Bulldogs struggled offensively in their last game, shooting just 39.3% from the field and 25.7% from beyond the arc, hitting 9 of 35 attempts. Their effective field goal percentage was 45.9%, and they managed only 4 free throws, making 57.1% of them.

Ante Brzovic led the way with 22 points and 14 rebounds, shooting 83.3% from the field. Lazar Djokovic also had a strong performance, scoring 20 points with 5 rebounds, hitting 80% of his shots.

Even with Citadel’s defense holding their opponent to 39% shooting, they still allowed 76 points. The Bulldogs were particularly vulnerable inside, giving up 57% shooting on two-point attempts, with the other team making 15 of 26 shots.

From beyond the arc, Citadel’s defense limited their opponent to just 25% shooting, as they hit 9 of 35 three-point attempts. The Bulldogs also sent them to the free-throw line 7 times, where they converted 4 for 57%. Citadel gave up 12 offensive rebounds in the game.

Betting on today’s Mavericks and Red Wolves game? Catch the action at First National Bank Arena in Jonesboro, AR, as the Red Wolves hosts this showdown at 8:00 ET on ESPN+. The odds for this non-conference game currently have Arkansas State as the -8.5 favorite, with the over/under line sitting at 157 points.

UT ARLINGTON MAVERICKS VS ARKANSAS STATE RED WOLVES BETTING PICK

The Pick: UT Arlington Mavericks +8.5

This game will be played at First National Bank Arena at 8:00 ET on Thursday, December 12th.

WHY BET THE UT ARLINGTON MAVERICKS:

• We have this one finishing with a projected score of 77-71 in favor of the Red Wolves.
• Even though we have Arkansas State winning straight-up, we like UT Arlington at +8.5.
• The over/under is currently sitting at 157 points, and we like the under with a projected 148 points.

Will the Mavericks Secure A Victory as Road Underdogs?

UT Arlington Mavericks Recent Game/Games

UT Arlington improved to 2-5 on the season with an 84-70 road win over Louisiana-Monroe on Monday. The Mavericks were -6.5 favorites going into the game and covered the spread with the win.

After leading 34-30 at halftime, UT Arlington scored 50 points in the 2nd half while allowing 40. The game’s total points of 154 went over the pre-game O/U line of 148.

UT Arlington’s offense put up 84 points in their last game, shooting 45.5% from the field. They connected on 15 of 34 three-point attempts, hitting at a 44.1% clip, contributing to an effective field goal percentage of 57.6%.

The Mavericks dished out 22 assists and grabbed 14 offensive rebounds. Lance Ware led the team with 17 points and 9 rebounds, while Jaxon Ellingsworth also grabbed 9 boards and added 16 points on 7-of-9 shooting.

UT Arlington’s defense held their opponent to 70 points on 35% shooting from the field, including 38% on two-point attempts (18/47). They also limited three-point damage, with the opposing team hitting just 5 of 18 shots from beyond the arc, a 27% success rate.

Despite sending the other team to the line 30 times, UT Arlington saw them convert only 19 free throws, a 63% clip. However, the Mavericks did give up 19 offensive rebounds in the game.

Can the Red Wolves Hold Strong at Home?

Arkansas State improved to 6-3 on the season with an 85-72 road win over Memphis on Sunday. The Red Wolves entered the game as +12.5 point underdogs but not only pulled off the upset, they also covered the spread.

Arkansas State led 42-29 at halftime and matched Memphis point-for-point in the second half, with both teams scoring 43 points. The game’s total points of 157 went over the pre-game O/U line of 152.

Arkansas State managed to put up 85 points in their last game, despite shooting just 36.6% from the field. They hit 12 threes at a 33.3% clip, with an effective field goal percentage of 45.1%. The Red Wolves also connected on 77.8% of their free throws, going 21-for-27 from the line.

Offensive rebounding was a key factor, as they grabbed 16 boards on the offensive end. PJ Haggerty led the way with 29 points, shooting 53.3% overall and 66.7% from deep. Joseph Pinion added 22 points, hitting 5 threes, while Dyondre Dominguez was perfect from beyond the arc, going 3-for-3 and finishing with 19 points in just 18 minutes.

Arkansas State’s defense held their opponent to 72 points, with a strong effort in limiting field goals. They allowed just 35% shooting overall, as the opposition went 21/59 from the field.

Inside the arc, Arkansas State gave up 14/37 shooting (37%), while from three-point range, they allowed 7/22 (31%). They also sent the opponent to the free-throw line 34 times, where they made 23 (67%).

Betting on today’s Mocs and Aces game? Catch the action at Ford Center in Evansville, IN, as the Aces hosts this showdown at 8:00 ET on ESPN+. In this non-conference matchup, Chattanooga is favored by -1.5 against Evansville. The over/under for the game is 149 points.

CHATTANOOGA MOCS VS EVANSVILLE ACES BETTING PICK

The Pick: Evansville Aces +1.5

This game will be played at Ford Center at 8:00 ET on Thursday, December 12th.

WHY BET THE EVANSVILLE ACES:

• We have this one finishing with a projected score of 78-69 in favor of the Aces.
• Not only will Evansville pick up the win, but look for them to cover at +1.5.
• The over/under is currently sitting at 149 points, and we like the under with a projected 147 points.

Does Chattanooga Stand a Chance on the Road?

Chattanooga Mocs Recent Game/Games

Chattanooga dropped to 4-4 on the season following an 80-62 home loss to Lipscomb on Tuesday. The Mocs were -1.5 favorites going into the game but failed to cover the spread. The total points for the game were 142, falling short of the 151.5 over/under line.

After trailing 38-33 at halftime, Chattanooga struggled in the 2nd half, scoring just 29 points while allowing 42.

In their latest game, the Mocs managed to put up 62 points, shooting 44.6% from the field. Their effective field goal percentage was 50%, with two-point shooting at 51.4% (19/37) and three-point shooting at 31.6% (6/19). They hit 66.7% of their free throws, going 6-for-9 from the line.

Offensive rebounding was a struggle, as they grabbed just 3 boards. Bash Wieland led the way with 21 points, hitting 3 of 5 from deep. Jacob Ognacevic and Joe Anderson each added 16 points, with Ognacevic connecting on 3 of 4 from beyond the arc.

Even though Chattanooga allowed 80 points, they managed to keep their opponent’s shooting in check, giving up a 44% field goal percentage. The Mocs allowed 19 two-point baskets on 37 attempts, with their opponent shooting 51% from inside the arc.

From three-point range, Chattanooga’s defense held their opponent to 6 made threes on 19 attempts, a 31% shooting performance. They also sent the other team to the line 9 times, where they converted 6 free throws, shooting 66%. The Mocs gave up just 3 offensive rebounds.

Is A Home Victory Likely for Underdog Evansville?

Evansville Aces Recent Game/Games

The Aces fell to 2-6 on the season after a 79-65 home loss to Western Kentucky on Saturday. Evansville entered the game as +5.5 point underdogs and failed to cover the spread. The total points for the game were 144, falling short of the 152.5 O/U line.

Evansville led 33-32 at halftime but struggled in the 2nd half, scoring 32 points while allowing 47. The Aces will need to address their 2nd half performance to turn their season around.

Evansville’s offense struggled in their last game, shooting just 36.1% from the field and 29% from beyond the arc. Their effective field goal percentage was 42.6%, and they managed to hit 12 of 16 free throws, shooting 75% from the line.

Gabriel Pozzato, Cam Haffner, and Babacar Faye each scored 19 points, with Faye hitting all 3 of his three-point attempts. Pozzato and Haffner both played 40 minutes, while Don McHenry added 17 points and 4 assists in 38 minutes.

Despite giving up 79 points, Evansville’s defense held their opponent to just 36% shooting from the field, including 43% on two-point attempts (13/30).

From beyond the arc, Evansville allowed 9 three-pointers on 31 attempts, a 29% shooting rate. They also sent their opponent to the free-throw line 16 times, where they converted 12 (75%).

Don’t miss out on the NCAA showdown between the Aggies and Longhorns. The game is starting at 8:00 ET on SEC, and it’s hosted by the Longhorns at Moody Center in Austin, TX. Get ready to place your bets! The over/under line for this matchup is currently at 139.5 points, and Texas is favored by -20.5 at home against New Mexico State.

NEW MEXICO STATE AGGIES VS TEXAS LONGHORNS BETTING PICK

The Pick: New Mexico State Aggies +20.5

This game will be played at Moody Center at 8:00 ET on Thursday, December 12th.

WHY BET THE NEW MEXICO STATE AGGIES:

• We have this one finishing with a projected score of 80-68 in favor of the Longhorns.
• Even though we have Texas winning straight-up, we like New Mexico State at +20.5.
• The over/under is currently sitting at 139.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 148 points.

Can the New Mexico State Offense Score Enough on the Road?

New Mexico State Aggies Recent Game/Games

The Aggies picked up a big 89-83 win over New Mexico on Saturday, moving their record to 3-5. They were +20.5 point underdogs going into the game, making the win even more impressive.

New Mexico State led 47-38 at halftime but saw their lead shrink in the 2nd half, as they scored just 26 points while allowing 35. The total points for the game hit 172, going over the O/U line of 152.5.

New Mexico State’s offense was firing on all cylinders, putting up 89 points with a 51.6% shooting performance from the field. Their effective field goal percentage was an impressive 62.9%, thanks in part to hitting 14 of 31 from beyond the arc, good for 45.2%.

Christian Cook led the way with 27 points, knocking down 6 of 9 threes. Robert Carpenter also connected on 6 threes, finishing with 20 points. Dionte Bostick added 17 points and 8 rebounds, while Nelly Junior Joseph contributed 16 points and 17 boards.

New Mexico State’s defense gave up 83 points in their last game, despite holding their opponent to 35% shooting from the field. The Aggies allowed 20 two-point baskets on 52 attempts, a 38% conversion rate.

From beyond the arc, New Mexico State’s opponent shot 31%, hitting 10 of 32 three-point attempts. The Aggies also sent them to the free-throw line 22 times, where they made 13, shooting 59%. New Mexico State allowed 23 offensive rebounds.

Will the Longhorns Secure A Victory as Home Favorites?

Texas dropped to 7-2 on the season after a 76-65 loss to UConn on Sunday. The Longhorns, who were -1.5 favorites at home, failed to cover the spread. The total points for the game landed exactly on the O/U line of 141.

Texas found themselves in a deep hole early, trailing 42-24 at halftime. They showed some fight in the second half, outscoring UConn 41-34, but it wasn’t enough to complete the comeback.

In their last game, the Longhorns put up 65 points, shooting 42% from the field. Their effective field goal percentage was 50%, with a 39.4% mark on two-point attempts and 47.1% from beyond the arc. They hit 15 of 24 free throws, good for 62.5%.

Texas grabbed 7 offensive rebounds and dished out 8 assists. Tre Johnson led the way with 24 points and 4 assists, while Alex Karaban added 21 points and 11 rebounds. Arthur Kaluma contributed 20 points and 9 boards, hitting 3 of 4 from deep.

Even with Texas holding their opponent to 39% shooting inside the arc, they still gave up 76 points. The Longhorns allowed 21 field goals on 50 attempts, with 13 of those coming from two-point range.

Texas struggled to contain the three-point line, where their opponent shot 47%, hitting 8 of 17 attempts. The Longhorns also sent them to the free-throw line 24 times, where they converted 15 free throws.

Don’t miss out on the NCAA showdown between the Aggies and Hokies. The game is starting at 7:00 ET on ACC, and it’s hosted by the Hokies at Cassell Coliseum in Blacksburg, VA. Get ready to place your bets! The odds for this non-conference game currently have Virginia Tech as the -15.5 favorite, with the over/under line sitting at 145.5 points.

NORTH CAROLINA A&T AGGIES VS VIRGINIA TECH HOKIES BETTING PICK

The Pick: North Carolina A&T Aggies +15.5

This game will be played at Cassell Coliseum at 7:00 ET on Thursday, December 12th.

WHY BET THE NORTH CAROLINA A&T AGGIES:

• We have this one finishing with a projected score of 78-68 in favor of the Hokies.
• Even though we have Virginia Tech winning straight-up, we like North Carolina A&T at +15.5.
• The over/under is currently sitting at 145.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 146 points.

Do the Aggies Have a Shot at a Win at Blacksburg?

The Aggies dropped to 2-6 on the season after a 67-55 home loss to the Spartans on Saturday. Entering the game as +7 underdogs, North Carolina A&T not only lost but also failed to cover the spread.

After leading 36-35 at halftime, the Aggies managed just 19 points in the 2nd half while allowing 32. The game’s total points of 122 fell well short of the O/U line of 149.

North Carolina A&T struggled offensively in their last game, putting up just 55 points on 37.5% shooting from the field. Their effective field goal percentage was 39.3%, largely due to their 13% shooting from beyond the arc, hitting only 3 of 23 attempts. They connected on 54.5% of their two-point shots and went 10 for 13 from the free-throw line, good for 76.9%.

Kenyon Giles was a bright spot, scoring 25 points with 5 made threes on 50% shooting from deep. Ryan Forrest added 18 points, but struggled from three, hitting just 2 of 11 attempts. The Aggies managed only 7 assists as a team, with Camian Shell leading the way with 3.

North Carolina A&T’s defense held their opponent to 67 points on 37% shooting from the field. They were particularly effective at defending the three-point line, where they limited their opponent to just 3 made threes on 23 attempts, a 13% shooting performance.

From the free-throw line, their opponent shot 76%, making 10 of 13 attempts. The Aggies also gave up 8 offensive rebounds in the game.

Will the Hokies Secure A Victory as Home Favorites?

Virginia Tech Hokies Recent Game/Games

The Hokies fell to 3-6 on the season after a 64-59 home loss to Pittsburgh on Saturday. Despite being +8.5 point underdogs, Virginia Tech kept it close and covered the spread.

Virginia Tech led 36-28 at halftime but managed only 23 points in the second half while allowing 36. The game’s total points of 123 fell short of the 141.5 O/U line.

In their last game, the Hokies managed just 59 points, shooting 43.4% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 50.9%. They hit 32% from beyond the arc, connecting on 8 of 25 attempts, while shooting 53.6% on two-pointers.

Jaland Lowe led the way with 19 points, despite shooting 37.5% overall and 20% from three. Ishmael Leggett added 17 points, hitting 3 of 9 from deep, while Toibu Lawal contributed 16 points, shooting 60% from the field.

Virginia Tech’s defense held their opponent to 64 points, allowing them to shoot 43% from the field on 23 of 53 attempts. Inside the arc, the Hokies gave up 15 two-point baskets on 28 attempts, a 53% shooting rate.

From three-point range, Virginia Tech’s defense limited their opponent to 8 made threes on 25 attempts, a 32% shooting performance. They also sent their opponent to the free-throw line 7 times, where they made 5 shots, hitting 71% of their free throws. The Hokies allowed 8 offensive rebounds in the game.

The Cyclones and Hawkeyes are set to face off at 7:30 ET on FS1. The Hawkeyes will host the game at Carver-Hawkeye Arena in Iowa City, IA. Iowa State is favored by -6 in this non-conference showdown. The game’s over/under is currently at 160 points.

IOWA STATE CYCLONES VS IOWA HAWKEYES BETTING PICK

The Pick: Iowa Hawkeyes +6

This game will be played at Carver-Hawkeye Arena at 7:30 ET on Thursday, December 12th.

WHY BET THE IOWA HAWKEYES:

• We have this one finishing with a projected score of 76-69 in favor of the Hawkeyes.
• Not only will Iowa pick up the win, but look for them to cover at +6.
• The over/under is currently sitting at 160 points, and we like the under with a projected 145 points.

Is a Win at Iowa City Possible for the Cyclones?

Iowa State improved to 7-1 on the season with a dominant 100-58 win over Jackson State on Sunday. The Cyclones were heavy favorites at -36 and covered the spread, while the game’s total points of 158 exceeded the O/U line of 145.5.

Leading 46-24 at halftime, Iowa State continued to pour it on, scoring 54 points in the 2nd half while allowing 34.

Iowa State’s offense was firing on all cylinders in their last game, putting up 100 points with a field goal percentage of 50.7% and an effective field goal percentage of 59.7%. They hit 11 threes at a 39.3% clip and were strong inside, shooting 59% on two-pointers. The Cyclones also connected on 72.4% of their free throws, going 21-of-29 from the line.

The Cyclones dished out 26 assists and grabbed 15 offensive rebounds. Dorian McMillian led the way with 20 points, despite shooting just 36.4% overall and from three. Curtis Jones added 19 points, hitting 5-of-10 from deep, while Milan Momcilovic knocked down 4-of-6 threes, finishing with 18 points. Dishon Jackson was perfect from the field, going 4-for-4 for 17 points.

Despite giving up 58 points, Iowa State allowed their opponent to shoot 50% from the field, including 59% on two-point attempts. From beyond the arc, the Cyclones’ defense saw their opponent hit 11 threes on 39% shooting.

At the free-throw line, Iowa State’s opponent went 21/29, shooting 72%. The Cyclones also gave up 15 offensive rebounds in the game.

Will Iowa Come Through as Home Underdogs?

Iowa dropped to 7-2 on the season after an 85-83 road loss to Michigan on Saturday. The Hawkeyes were +9.5 point underdogs going into the game, but they managed to keep it close, covering the spread.

After trailing 40-37 at halftime, Iowa scored 46 points in the 2nd half while allowing 45. The total points for the game reached 168, surpassing the over/under line of 159.5.

Iowa’s offense put up 83 points in their last game, shooting 41.6% from the field and 33.3% from beyond the arc. Their effective field goal percentage was 46.8%, and they struggled at the free-throw line, hitting just 58.8% of their attempts.

Vladislav Goldin led the way with 20 points and 11 rebounds, shooting 75% from the floor. Payton Sandfort added 19 points, knocking down 4 threes on 10 attempts, while Tre Donaldson contributed 18 points and 5 assists, hitting 2 of 3 from deep.

Despite Iowa’s defensive struggles, they allowed 85 points on 55% shooting from the field. The Hawkeyes were particularly vulnerable inside, giving up 73% on two-point attempts, with the opposing team hitting 28 of 38 shots.

From beyond the arc, Iowa’s defense held the other team to 20% shooting, as they made just 4 of 20 three-point attempts. However, Iowa sent the opposing team to the free-throw line 22 times, where they converted 17 free throws at a 77% rate. The Hawkeyes also allowed 11 offensive rebounds.

Looking to win big? The Wildcats and Cavaliers face off at 7:00 ET on ACCN. The Cavaliers are hosting the game at John Paul Jones Arena in Charlottesville, VA. The over/under line for this matchup is currently at 126 points, and Virginia is favored by -16 at home against Bethune-Cookman.

BETHUNE-COOKMAN WILDCATS VS VIRGINIA CAVALIERS BETTING PICK

The Pick: Bethune-Cookman Wildcats +16

This game will be played at John Paul Jones Arena at 7:00 ET on Thursday, December 12th.

WHY BET THE BETHUNE-COOKMAN WILDCATS:

• We have this one finishing with a projected score of 78-68 in favor of the Cavaliers.
• Even though we have Virginia winning straight-up, we like Bethune-Cookman at +16.
• The over/under is currently sitting at 126 points, and we like the over with a projected 146 points.

Will Bethune-Cookman Make it Happen on the Road?

Bethune-Cookman Wildcats Recent Game/Games

Bethune-Cookman fell to 2-6 on the season after a 79-62 road loss to Minnesota on Sunday. Entering the game as +17 underdogs, the Wildcats managed to keep the score within that margin, resulting in a push against the spread.

Trailing 38-26 at halftime, Bethune-Cookman scored 36 points in the 2nd half but allowed 41. The total points for the game reached 141, surpassing the O/U line of 131.5.

Bethune-Cookman’s offense put up 62 points in their last game, shooting 46.2% from the field. They were particularly effective from beyond the arc, hitting 50% of their threes (10/20) and posting an effective field goal percentage of 55.8%.

Brayon Freeman led the way from deep, connecting on 5 of 7 threes (71.4%) and finishing with 21 points and 5 assists. Dawson Garcia added 23 points and 5 rebounds, while Tre Thomas contributed 18 points, hitting 3 of 5 from three-point range.

Bethune-Cookman struggled defensively, giving up 79 points on 47% shooting from the field. Their opponents connected on 29 of 61 attempts, including 18 of 38 from two-point range.

From beyond the arc, Bethune-Cookman allowed 11 threes on 23 attempts, also at a 47% clip. They sent their opponents to the line 12 times, where they hit 10 free throws, an 83% rate. The Wildcats also gave up 12 offensive rebounds.

Does Virginia Have What it Takes at Home?

Virginia fell to 5-4 on the season after a 63-51 road loss to SMU on Saturday. Entering the game as +9.5 underdogs, the Cavaliers not only lost but also failed to cover the spread.

Virginia trailed 30-28 at halftime but managed just 23 points in the 2nd half while allowing 33. The total points for the game were 114, falling short of the O/U line of 135.5.

Virginia’s offense struggled in their last game, scoring just 51 points with a 34% field goal percentage. They hit only 28.6% of their two-point attempts, but connected on 42.1% from beyond the arc, making 8 of 19 threes.

Kario Oquendo led the way with 21 points, hitting 4 of 6 threes and shooting 60% overall. Isaac McKneely added 17 points, hitting 4 threes at 50%, while Samet Yiğitoğlu was efficient inside, shooting 87.5% and grabbing 6 rebounds.

Virginia’s defense held their opponent to 63 points on 42% shooting from the field. They gave up 15 two-point baskets on 25 attempts, a 60% conversion rate.

From beyond the arc, Virginia limited their opponent to 6 made threes on 25 attempts, a 24% shooting performance. They also sent them to the free-throw line 20 times, where they made 15, shooting 75%. Virginia allowed 8 offensive rebounds.

Don’t miss out on the NCAA showdown between the Lions and Ragin’ Cajuns. The game is starting at 8:00 ET on ESPN+, and it’s hosted by the Ragin’ Cajuns at Cajundome in Lafayette, LA. Get ready to place your bets! The over/under for this non-conference contest is set at 143 points, with Louisiana-Lafayette being favored by -2 over Southeastern Louisiana.

SOUTHEASTERN LOUISIANA LIONS VS LOUISIANA-LAFAYETTE RAGIN’ CAJUNS BETTING PICK

The Pick: Louisiana-Lafayette Ragin’ Cajuns -2

This game will be played at Cajundome at 8:00 ET on Wednesday, December 11th.

WHY BET THE LOUISIANA-LAFAYETTE RAGIN’ CAJUNS:

• We have this one finishing with a projected score of 77-70 in favor of the Ragin’ Cajuns.
• Not only will Louisiana-Lafayette pick up the win, but look for them to cover at -2.
• The over/under is currently sitting at 143 points, and we like the over with a projected 147 points.

Can Southeastern Louisiana Secure a Road Victory?

Southeastern Louisiana Lions Recent Game

The Lions fell to 3-5 on the season after a 67-64 road loss to Nicholls on Thursday. Southeastern Louisiana entered the game as +3 underdogs and pushed against the spread. The total points of 131 fell short of the 139.5 O/U line.

Trailing 28-27 at halftime, the Lions scored 37 points in the 2nd half but allowed 39, leading to the narrow loss.

The Lions struggled from beyond the arc, hitting just 5 of 20 threes for 25% shooting, contributing to an overall field goal percentage of 40.7% and an effective field goal percentage of 44.1%. They connected on 48.7% of their two-point attempts and made 11 of 15 free throws, good for 73.3%.

Sam Hines Jr. and Jakevion Buckley both shot over 50% from the field, with Hines adding 11 rebounds and 4 assists. Byron Ireland led the team with 15 points, despite missing all 4 of his three-point attempts.

Southeastern Louisiana held their opponent to 67 points, with the Lions giving up 41% shooting from the field. They allowed 57% shooting on two-point attempts, as their opponent went 22/38 inside the arc.

From three-point range, the Lions’ defense was strong, limiting their opponent to just 4/24 shooting, or 16%. Southeastern Louisiana also sent their opponent to the line 18 times, where they made 11 free throws, shooting 61%.

Can Louisiana-Lafayette Pull Out the Win as Home Favorites?

Louisiana-Lafayette Ragin’ Cajuns Recent Game/Games

Louisiana-Lafayette’s season continued to spiral with a 69-58 home loss to Louisiana Tech on Sunday, December 8th. The Ragin’ Cajuns are now 0-8 for the season. They entered the game as +7 point underdogs and failed to cover the spread.

After a 34-34 tie at halftime, Louisiana-Lafayette managed just 24 points in the 2nd half while allowing 35. The game’s total points of 127 fell short of the O/U line of 146.5.

In their last game, the Ragin’ Cajuns managed just 58 points, shooting 41.5% from the field and 30% from beyond the arc. Their effective field goal percentage was 47.2%, and they struggled at the free-throw line, hitting only 57.1% of their attempts.

Offensively, they recorded just 7 assists and 5 offensive rebounds. Kentrell Garnett was a bright spot, scoring 23 points, including 5 threes on 62.5% shooting from deep. Daniel Batcho added 19 points and 11 rebounds, shooting 63.6% from the floor.

Louisiana-Lafayette held their opponent to 69 points on 41% shooting from the field. The Ragin’ Cajuns gave up 16 two-point baskets on 33 attempts, a 48% conversion rate.

From beyond the arc, their opponent shot 30%, hitting 6 of 20 three-point attempts. Louisiana-Lafayette also sent them to the line 14 times, where they made 8 free throws, shooting 57%. The Ragin’ Cajuns allowed 5 offensive rebounds.

Betting on today’s Skyhawks and Hornets game? Catch the action at Dunn-Oliver Acadome in Montgomery, AL, as the Hornets hosts this showdown at 7:00 ET on ESPN+. This non-conference matchup has an over/under of 146.5 points, and Alabama State is favored by -5.5 vs. UT Martin.

UT MARTIN SKYHAWKS VS ALABAMA STATE HORNETS BETTING PICK

The Pick: UT Martin Skyhawks +5.5

This game will be played at Dunn-Oliver Acadome at 7:00 ET on Wednesday, December 11th.

WHY BET THE UT MARTIN SKYHAWKS:

• We have this one finishing with a projected score of 76-72 in favor of the Hornets.
• Even though we have Alabama State winning straight-up, we like UT Martin at +5.5.
• The over/under is currently sitting at 146.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 148 points.

Can UT Martin Deliver Being Underdogs on the Road?

UT Martin Skyhawks Recent Game/Games

The Skyhawks dropped to 1-6 on the season after an 83-68 loss to Charleston Southern on Tuesday. UT Martin entered the game as +4.5 point underdogs and failed to cover the spread. The total points for the game were 151, exceeding the O/U line of 142.5.

UT Martin fell behind early, trailing 42-29 at halftime. While they scored 39 points in the 2nd half, they allowed 41 points, preventing any comeback attempt.

UT Martin’s offense managed 68 points in their last game, shooting 46.3% from the field. They were more effective inside, hitting 57.9% of their two-point attempts, but struggled from beyond the arc, connecting on just 18.8% of their threes (3/16).

At the free-throw line, the Skyhawks shot 78.9%, making 15 of 19 attempts. They recorded only 6 offensive rebounds and 5 assists as a team, with RJ Johnson leading the way with 6 assists to go along with his 30 points.

UT Martin’s defense struggled in this one, giving up 83 points on 53% shooting from the field. They allowed the opposition to hit 59% of their two-point attempts, going 19/32 inside the arc.

From three-point range, UT Martin’s opponents shot 45%, connecting on 11 of 24 attempts. They also sent them to the free-throw line 23 times, where they made 12, shooting 52%. UT Martin gave up 8 offensive rebounds.

Will the Hornets Live Up to Expectations at Home?

Alabama State fell to 2-6 on the season after an 81-64 loss to Southern Miss on Thursday. The Hornets, who were +6 underdogs, didn’t cover the spread. The game’s total points of 145 fell just under the 148.5 O/U line.

Alabama State led 33-30 at halftime but struggled in the 2nd half, scoring 31 points while allowing 51.

Alabama State struggled offensively, shooting just 32.4% from the field and 31% from three-point range in their last game. Their effective field goal percentage was 39.4%, and they managed only 4 assists as a team.

Cobie Montgomery hit 6 threes, shooting 66.7% from deep, while Denijay Harris contributed 20 points and 20 rebounds. Neftali Alvarez was perfect from three, hitting both of his attempts.

Alabama State’s defense struggled, giving up 81 points on 50% shooting from the field. The Hornets allowed 30 made baskets on 60 attempts.

Inside the arc, they gave up 21 two-pointers on 35 attempts, a 60% conversion rate. From three-point range, they allowed 9 threes on 25 attempts, with the opposing team shooting 36%.

Looking to win big? The Golden Lions and Warhawks face off at 7:30 ET on ESPN+. The Warhawks are hosting the game at Fant-Ewing Coliseum in Monroe, LA. The over/under line for this matchup is currently at 154 points, and Louisiana-Monroe is favored by -10 at home against UAPB.

UAPB GOLDEN LIONS VS LOUISIANA-MONROE WARHAWKS BETTING PICK

The Pick: UAPB Golden Lions +10

This game will be played at Fant-Ewing Coliseum at 7:30 ET on Wednesday, December 11th.

WHY BET THE UAPB GOLDEN LIONS:

• We have this one finishing with a projected score of 77-71 in favor of the Warhawks.
• Even though we have Louisiana-Monroe winning straight-up, we like UAPB at +10.
• The over/under is currently sitting at 154 points, and we like the under with a projected 148 points.

Does UAPB Have What it Takes to Win as Road Underdogs?

UAPB Golden Lions Recent Game/Games

The Golden Lions picked up their first win of the season, defeating Central Arkansas 84-78 at home on Saturday. UAPB entered the game as +5.5 point underdogs but managed to cover the spread with the win.

UAPB took control early, leading 46-30 at halftime, but allowed 48 points in the 2nd half while scoring 38. The game’s total points of 162 went over the pre-game O/U line of 153.5.

The Golden Lions put up 84 points in their last game, shooting 52.8% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 67.9%. They hit 15 threes, shooting 46.9% from deep, and went 13/21 inside the arc, good for 61.9%.

Layne Taylor led the way with 25 points and 6 assists, hitting 6 threes at a 50% clip. Quentin Bolton and Caleb Jones also knocked down 6 threes each, shooting 66.7% from beyond the arc.

UAPB’s defense struggled in their last game, giving up 78 points on 52% shooting from the field. They allowed the opposing team to hit 61% of their two-point shots, going 13/21.

From beyond the arc, UAPB’s opponents shot 46%, making 15 of 32 three-point attempts. They also sent the other team to the line 18 times, where they converted 13 free throws (72%).

Will the Warhawks Find a Way to Win at Home?

The Warhawks fell to 1-7 on the season after an 84-70 loss to UT Arlington on Monday. Louisiana-Monroe entered the game as +6.5 point underdogs and didn’t cover the spread. The game’s total points of 154 exceeded the O/U line of 148.

After trailing 34-30 at halftime, the Warhawks allowed 50 points in the 2nd half while scoring 40 of their own.

Louisiana-Monroe’s offense struggled in their last game, shooting just 35.4% from the field and 27.8% from three-point range. Their effective field goal percentage was 40%, and they hit 19 of 30 free throws (63.3%).

Jaxon Ellingsworth was a bright spot, shooting 77.8% overall and hitting 2 of 3 from deep. Lance Ware led the team with 17 points and 9 rebounds, while Jacob Wilson, Tyreese Watson, and Ellingsworth each added 16 points.

Even with Louisiana-Monroe holding their opponent to 35% shooting from the field, the Warhawks still gave up 84 points. They allowed 18 two-point baskets on 47 attempts, a 38% shooting rate.

From beyond the arc, the Warhawks’ defense limited their opponent to just 5 threes on 18 attempts, a 27% success rate. However, they sent them to the free-throw line 30 times, where they converted 19. Louisiana-Monroe also gave up 19 offensive rebounds.