Category: College Basketball

Making on a bet on this NCAA game featuring the Bulldogs versus the Ragin’ Cajuns? Tip off is at at 4:30 ET, and you can watch it all unfold on ESPN+. The game will be played at Cajundome in Lafayette, LA. Louisiana Tech is favored by -7 in this non-conference showdown. The game’s over/under is currently at 145 points.

LOUISIANA TECH BULLDOGS VS LOUISIANA-LAFAYETTE RAGIN’ CAJUNS BETTING PICK

The Pick: Louisiana-Lafayette Ragin’ Cajuns +7

This game will be played at Cajundome at 4:30 ET on Sunday, December 8th.

WHY BET THE LOUISIANA-LAFAYETTE RAGIN’ CAJUNS:

• We have this one finishing with a projected score of 74-72 in favor of the Ragin’ Cajuns.
• Not only will Louisiana-Lafayette pick up the win, but look for them to cover at +7.
• The over/under is currently sitting at 145 points, and we like the over with a projected 146 points.

Will Louisiana Tech Live Up to Expectations on the Road?

Louisiana Tech Bulldogs Recent Game/Games

Louisiana Tech fell to 5-2 on the season after an 81-71 road loss to Memphis on Wednesday. The Bulldogs, who were +11 point underdogs, managed to cover the spread. The game’s total points of 152 went over the pre-game line of 148.

Louisiana Tech led 38-37 at halftime but were outscored 44-33 in the second half. The Bulldogs will look to bounce back after letting a potential upset slip away.

Louisiana Tech’s offense was firing from deep in their last game, hitting 13 of 23 threes for a 56.5% rate. Their overall field goal percentage was 51%, with an effective field goal percentage of 65.3%.

Al Green was a standout, knocking down 5 of 7 threes and shooting 66.7% overall, finishing with 18 points. PJ Haggerty led the team with 23 points and 6 assists, while Sean Newman Jr. dished out 11 assists to go with his 13 points.

Louisiana Tech’s defense gave up 81 points in their last game, with the opposing team shooting 43% from the field, hitting 26 of their 60 attempts. Inside the arc, the Bulldogs allowed 46% shooting, as the other team made 20 of 43 two-point attempts.

From three-point range, Louisiana Tech’s opponents shot 35%, connecting on 6 of 17 shots. The Bulldogs also sent the other team to the free-throw line 33 times, where they made 23 free throws, shooting 69%. Louisiana Tech gave up 20 offensive rebounds in the game.

Will the Louisiana-Lafayette Defense Show Up at Home?

The Ragin’ Cajuns fell to 0-7 on the season after a 76-75 loss to Nicholls on Saturday. They were -2 favorites going into the game but failed to cover the spread. The total points for the game ended at 151, surpassing the O/U line of 147.5.

Louisiana-Lafayette had a 39-29 lead at halftime but allowed 47 points in the 2nd half while scoring 36, leading to the narrow defeat.

In their last game, Louisiana-Lafayette put up 75 points, shooting 46.6% from the field. They struggled from beyond the arc, hitting just 5 of 21 attempts for a 23.8% rate, while their two-point shooting was strong at 59.5% (22/37). At the free-throw line, they connected on 16 of 21 attempts, good for 76.2%.

Kyran Ratliff led the way with 25 points and 13 rebounds, shooting 71.4% overall and 60% from three-point range (3/5). Michael Gray Jr. added 19 points, hitting 5 threes at a 50% clip, while Jaylen Searles contributed 15 points, knocking down 3 of 7 from deep.

Even with Louisiana-Lafayette giving up 76 points, they couldn’t capitalize on the defensive end. The Ragin’ Cajuns allowed their opponent to shoot 46% from the field, including 59% on two-point attempts, as they connected on 22 of 37 shots inside the arc.

From three-point range, Louisiana-Lafayette held their opponent to 23% shooting, with just 5 made threes on 21 attempts. However, they sent them to the free-throw line 21 times, where they converted 16 free throws at a 76% clip. The Ragin’ Cajuns also gave up 12 offensive rebounds.

Don’t miss out on the NCAA showdown between the Peacocks and Gaels. The game is starting at 1:00 ET on ESPN+, and it’s hosted by the Gaels at Hynes Athletics Center in New Rochelle, NY. Get ready to place your bets! This Metro Atlantic Athletic conference matchup has an over/under of 131.5 points, and Iona is favored to win by -1 at home vs. Saint Peter’s.

SAINT PETER’S PEACOCKS VS IONA GAELS BETTING PICK

The Pick: Iona Gaels -1

This game will be played at Hynes Athletics Center at 1:00 ET on Sunday, December 8th.

WHY BET THE IONA GAELS:

• We have this one finishing with a projected score of 77-69 in favor of the Gaels.
• Not only will Iona pick up the win, but look for them to cover at -1.
• The over/under is currently sitting at 131.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 146 points.

Will the Peacocks Exceed Expectations on the Road?

Saint Peter’s Peacocks Recent Game/Games

The Peacocks dropped to 3-4 on the season after a 70-67 road loss to Manhattan on Friday. Saint Peter’s entered the game as -9.5 favorites but failed to cover the spread. The combined points of 137 narrowly exceeded the O/U line of 134.5.

Saint Peter’s led 38-35 at halftime but were outscored 35-29 in the second half. The Peacocks will need to regroup after this disappointing loss.

Saint Peter’s struggled offensively in their last game, shooting just 34.3% from the field, with an effective field goal percentage of 41.8%. They hit 37.5% of their threes, connecting on 9 of 24 attempts, while their two-point shooting was a dismal 32.6% (14/43). At the free-throw line, they made 12 of 20 attempts, good for 60%.

Armoni Zeigler led the Peacocks with 18 points and 8 rebounds, shooting 61.5% from the field and hitting his only three-point attempt. Fraser Roxburgh added 17 points and 5 rebounds, while Will Sydnor contributed 16 points and 7 boards, shooting 63.6% overall and 40% from deep. Marcus Randolph chipped in 13 points and 4 assists, despite shooting just 28.6% from the field.

Saint Peter’s Peacocks gave up 70 points in their last game, with the opposing team shooting 40% from the field, hitting 25 of 62 shots. Inside the arc, they were more effective, making 20 of 36 two-point attempts for 55%.

From three-point range, the Peacocks held their opponent to just 5 of 26 shooting, or 19%. They also sent the other team to the free-throw line 21 times, where they made 15, shooting 71%. Saint Peter’s allowed 13 offensive rebounds.

Will Iona Win at Home?

Iona Gaels Recent Game/Games

The Gaels dropped to 2-8 on the season after an 83-59 loss to Sacred Heart on Friday. Iona, who were -1.5 favorites going into the game, not only lost but also failed to cover the spread. The total points for the game ended at 142, just under the 142.5 O/U line.

Iona found themselves in a deep hole early, trailing 47-26 at halftime. While they scored 33 points in the second half, they allowed 36, failing to make any significant comeback.

Iona’s offense struggled in their last game, managing just 59 points on 36.7% shooting from the field. They hit only 3 of 14 three-point attempts, finishing at 21.4% from beyond the arc, with an effective field goal percentage of 40%.

Anquan Hill led the Gaels with 18 points, shooting 7 of 10 overall and 2 of 2 from three. Dejour Reaves added 17 points, while Amiri Stewart contributed 13 points and 7 assists.

Despite Iona’s defensive efforts, they gave up 83 points on 49% shooting from the field. Their opponents were particularly effective inside, hitting 54% of their two-point attempts (18/33).

From beyond the arc, Iona allowed 10 threes on 24 attempts, a 41% shooting clip. They also sent their opponents to the line 21 times, where they converted 17 free throws (81%). Iona gave up 10 offensive rebounds in the game.

The Redhawks and Racers are set to face off at 4:00 ET on ESPN+. The Racers will host the game at CFSB Center in Murray, KY. The over/under line for this matchup is currently at 144 points, and Murray State is favored by -16.5 at home against Southeast Missouri State.

SOUTHEAST MISSOURI STATE REDHAWKS VS MURRAY STATE RACERS BETTING PICK

The Pick: Southeast Missouri State Redhawks +16.5

This game will be played at CFSB Center at 4:00 ET on Sunday, December 8th.

WHY BET THE SOUTHEAST MISSOURI STATE REDHAWKS:

• We have this one finishing with a projected score of 77-71 in favor of the Racers.
• Even though we have Murray State winning straight-up, we like Southeast Missouri State at +16.5.
• The over/under is currently sitting at 144 points, and we like the over with a projected 148 points.

Is a Road Win Possible for Southeast Missouri State?

The Redhawks fell to 2-5 on the season after a 78-60 road loss to Lipscomb on Thursday. Entering the game as +16.5 underdogs, Southeast Missouri State not only lost but also failed to cover the spread.

After trailing 37-28 at halftime, the Redhawks allowed 41 points in the 2nd half while scoring 32. The game’s total points of 138 fell short of the 145.5 over/under line.

Southeast Missouri State’s offense struggled in their last game, putting up just 60 points while shooting 41.7% from the field. Their effective field goal percentage was 46.7%, with a two-point shooting percentage of 43.5% and a three-point shooting mark of 35.7% (5/14).

Jacob Ognacevic led the way with 20 points on 8-of-11 shooting, while Gyasi Powell added 19 points, hitting 5-of-8 from beyond the arc. The Redhawks managed just 9 assists and 9 offensive rebounds, and shot 62.5% from the free-throw line, making 5 of 8 attempts.

Southeast Missouri State struggled defensively, giving up 78 points on 48% shooting from the field. They allowed their opponent to connect on 54% of their two-point attempts, with 19 makes on 35 tries.

From beyond the arc, the Redhawks’ defense gave up 10 threes on 25 attempts, a 40% success rate. They also sent their opponent to the line 16 times, where they hit 10 free throws for 62%. Southeast Missouri State allowed 10 offensive rebounds in the game.

Can the Racers Secure a Win at Home?

Murray State improved to 4-2 on the season with a narrow 63-61 home win over Evansville on Tuesday. The Racers, who were -12.5 point favorites, didn’t cover the spread, and the game’s total points of 124 fell well short of the 145.5 O/U line.

Murray State led 33-25 at halftime but allowed 36 points in the 2nd half while scoring 30. Despite the win, the Racers will need to tighten up defensively moving forward.

Murray State managed just 63 points in their latest game, shooting 43.1% from the field and 36.8% from beyond the arc. Their effective field goal percentage stood at 51%, and they connected on 66.7% of their free throws, going 12-for-18 from the line.

JaCobi Wood led the Racers with 21 points, 6 rebounds, and 5 assists, hitting 3 of his 8 three-point attempts. Gabriel Pozzato added 15 points, and Cam Haffner contributed 14, while Kylen Milton chipped in 12 points and 7 rebounds, shooting 50% from three.

Even with Murray State allowing 61 points, they still managed to hold their opponents to 43% shooting from the field, as the Racers gave up 22 made baskets on 51 attempts. Inside the arc, they allowed 15 two-point field goals on 32 attempts, a 46% shooting rate.

From three-point range, Murray State’s defense conceded 7 made threes on 19 attempts, with their opponents shooting 36%. They also sent the other team to the free-throw line 18 times, where they converted 12 of those attempts, shooting 66%. The Racers allowed 9 offensive rebounds in the game.

Betting on today’s Gamecocks and Jaguars game? Catch the action at Mitchell Center in Mobile, AL, as the Jaguars hosts this showdown at 4:00 ET on ESPN+. The over/under for this game is set at 134 points, and South Alabama is favored by -3.5 against Jacksonville State in a non-conference matchup.

JACKSONVILLE STATE GAMECOCKS VS SOUTH ALABAMA JAGUARS BETTING PICK

The Pick: South Alabama Jaguars -3.5

This game will be played at Mitchell Center at 4:00 ET on Sunday, December 8th.

WHY BET THE SOUTH ALABAMA JAGUARS:

• We have this one finishing with a projected score of 77-71 in favor of the Jaguars.
• Not only will South Alabama pick up the win, but look for them to cover at -3.5.
• The over/under is currently sitting at 134 points, and we like the over with a projected 148 points.

Will the Gamecocks Secure A Victory as Road Underdogs?

Jacksonville State fell to 3-3 on the season after a 71-65 home loss to James Madison on Saturday. Entering the game as +3 underdogs, the Gamecocks not only lost but also failed to cover the spread. The total points for the game came in at 136, just under the O/U line of 140.

After trailing 40-29 at halftime, Jacksonville State showed some fight in the second half, outscoring the Dukes 36-31. However, their comeback effort fell short.

Jacksonville State’s offense put up 65 points in their last game, shooting 49% from the field. They hit just 23.5% from three-point range, connecting on 4 of 17 attempts, but excelled inside, making 61.8% of their two-point shots.

Jaron Pierre Jr. led the way with 24 points and 7 assists, despite shooting 38.1% overall and 12.5% from deep. Xavier Brown knocked down 5 threes at a 55.6% rate, finishing with 18 points and 4 assists.

Jacksonville State gave up 71 points in their last game, with the opposing team shooting 49% from the field, hitting 25 of their 51 attempts. Inside the arc, they were particularly effective, converting 61% of their two-point shots, going 21/34.

From three-point range, the opposition struggled, making just 4 of 17 attempts for 23%. At the free-throw line, they shot 61%, hitting 11 of 18. Jacksonville State allowed 6 offensive rebounds in the game.

Will the Jaguars Make it Happen at Home?

South Alabama improved to 4-3 on the season with a 74-65 win over Alcorn State on Friday. Despite being favored by 17.5 points, the Jaguars didn’t cover the spread. The total points for the game reached 139, surpassing the over/under line of 132.

After trailing 32-29 at halftime, South Alabama turned things around in the second half, outscoring Alcorn State 45-33. The Jaguars’ defense stepped up, allowing just 29 points after the break.

South Alabama put up 74 points in their last game, shooting 42.9% from the field and posting an effective field goal percentage of 53.6%. They connected on 12 of 35 three-point attempts, hitting 34.3% from deep, while shooting 57.1% on two-point shots.

Myles Corey led the way with 25 points, shooting 56.2% overall and 44.4% from three-point range. Keionte Cornelius added 24 points, hitting 8 threes on 21 attempts, shooting 38.1% from beyond the arc.

South Alabama’s defense gave up 65 points in their last game, with opponents shooting 42% from the field. They allowed 12 two-point baskets on 21 attempts, a 57% shooting percentage.

From beyond the arc, South Alabama’s opponents went 12/35, hitting 34% of their threes. They also sent them to the line 19 times, where they made 14 free throws, a 73% success rate. South Alabama gave up 8 offensive rebounds.

The Blue Devils and Cardinals are set to face off at 6:00 ET on ACCN. The Cardinals will host the game at KFC Yum! Center in Louisville, KY. In this Atlantic Coast matchup, Duke is favored bt -9.5 vs. Louisville. The over/under for the game is 144.5 points.

DUKE BLUE DEVILS VS LOUISVILLE CARDINALS BETTING PICK

The Pick: Louisville Cardinals +9.5

This game will be played at KFC Yum! Center at 6:00 ET on Sunday, December 8th.

WHY BET THE LOUISVILLE CARDINALS:

• We have this one finishing with a projected score of 76-69 in favor of the Cardinals.
• Not only will Louisville pick up the win, but look for them to cover at +9.5.
• The over/under is currently sitting at 144.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 145 points.

Will the Duke Defense Show Up on the Road?

Duke improved to 6-2 on the season with an 84-78 win over Auburn on Wednesday. The Blue Devils, playing at home, were -3.5 favorites going into the game and managed to cover the spread. The total points for the game reached 162, surpassing the O/U line of 146.5.

Duke led 43-36 at halftime and scored 41 points in the 2nd half while allowing 42. Though they didn’t tighten up defensively after the break, their offense was enough to secure the win.

Duke’s offense put up 84 points in their last game, shooting 50% from the field and 40.9% from three-point range. Their effective field goal percentage was 58.6%, and they grabbed 12 offensive rebounds.

Isaiah Evans was a standout, hitting 6 of 8 threes for 18 points in just 16 minutes. Cooper Flagg had a double-double with 22 points and 11 rebounds, despite missing all 4 of his three-point attempts.

Duke’s defense struggled in their last game, giving up 78 points on 50% shooting from the field. They allowed 29 field goals, including 20 two-point baskets on 36 attempts, where the opposing team shot 55%.

From beyond the arc, Duke’s opponents hit 9 of 22 three-point attempts, shooting 40%. Duke also sent them to the free-throw line 27 times, where they made 17, shooting 63%. Duke gave up 12 offensive rebounds.

Will the Cardinals Find a Way to Win at Home?

Louisville Cardinals Recent Game/Games

The Cardinals fell to 5-3 on the season after an 86-63 home loss to Ole Miss on Tuesday. Louisville, who entered the game as -3.5 favorites, not only lost but also failed to cover the spread.

After trailing 40-31 at halftime, Louisville allowed 46 points in the 2nd half while scoring just 32. The total points for the game reached 149, falling short of the 152.5 O/U line.

Louisville struggled offensively in their last game, shooting just 33.3% from the field and 16.7% from beyond the arc, hitting only 5 of their 30 three-point attempts. Their effective field goal percentage was 38.6%, though they did manage to shoot 51.9% on two-point attempts.

At the free-throw line, the Cardinals went 20-for-30, shooting 66.7%. They grabbed 17 offensive rebounds and finished with 8 assists. Dre Davis led the team with 20 points, shooting 9-for-12 overall and 2-for-3 from three-point range.

Despite Louisville’s defensive efforts, they gave up 86 points, even while holding their opponent to just 33% shooting from the field. The Cardinals allowed 14 two-point baskets on 27 attempts, a 51% success rate.

From beyond the arc, Louisville’s defense limited their opponent to 5 threes on 30 attempts, just 16% shooting. However, they sent them to the free-throw line 30 times, where they made 20, shooting 66%. Louisville also allowed 17 offensive rebounds.

Betting on today’s Owls and Bobcats game? Catch the action at Strahan Arena at the University Events Center in San Marcos, TX, as the Bobcats hosts this showdown at 3:00 ET on ESPN+. The over/under for this non-conference contest is set at 134.5 points, with Texas State being favored by -5 over Rice.

RICE OWLS VS TEXAS STATE BOBCATS BETTING PICK

The Pick: Rice Owls +5

This game will be played at Strahan Arena at the University Events Center at 3:00 ET on Sunday, December 8th.

WHY BET THE RICE OWLS:

• We have this one finishing with a projected score of 74-73 in favor of the Bobcats.
• Even though we have Texas State winning straight-up, we like Rice at +5.
• The over/under is currently sitting at 134.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 147 points.

Is a Road Win Possible for the Owls?

Rice Owls Recent Game/Games

Rice improved to 7-2 on the season with a 70-66 win over Iona on Sunday. The Owls were -4.5 favorites at home but didn’t cover the spread. The game’s total points of 136 narrowly exceeded the over/under line of 134.

After being tied 35-35 at halftime, Rice outscored Iona 35-31 in the second half to seal the win.

Rice’s offense put up 70 points in their last game, shooting 45.7% from the field. They struggled from beyond the arc, hitting just 3 of 19 attempts for a 15.8% three-point shooting percentage. Inside the arc, they were much more efficient, connecting on 66.7% of their two-point shots.

At the free-throw line, Rice was solid, making 25 of 29 attempts for an 86.2% success rate. Adam Njie Jr. and James Patterson each scored 19 points, with Njie hitting 3 of 4 from deep. Patterson added 9 rebounds, while Caden Powell contributed 14 points on 6 of 8 shooting.

Even though Rice allowed 66 points, they had a tough time defending inside, giving up 66% shooting on two-pointers as the opposing team hit 18 of 27 shots. However, the Owls did well on the perimeter, holding their opponents to just 3 made threes on 19 attempts, a 15% success rate.

Rice sent their opponents to the line 29 times, where they converted 25 free throws, shooting 86%. The Owls also gave up 10 offensive rebounds in the game.

Will Texas State Secure A Victory as Home Favorites?

Texas State improved to 4-3 on the season with a 72-59 road win over Texas Southern on Sunday. The Bobcats entered the game as -4.5 favorites and covered the spread, though the total points of 131 fell short of the O/U line of 139.

After a 28-28 tie at halftime, Texas State took control in the 2nd half, outscoring the Tigers 44-31.

Texas State put up 72 points in their last game, shooting 48.3% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 53.3%. They hit 52.2% of their two-point shots (24/46) and connected on 35.7% from beyond the arc (5/14). At the free-throw line, they were efficient, making 81.8% of their attempts (9/11).

Christian Turner led the way, hitting 9 of 12 shots for 18 points. Tyrel Morgan added 13 points and 9 rebounds, while also dishing out 7 assists. Kavion McClain and Kaden Gumbs each scored 12 points, with Gumbs shooting 5 of 10 from the field and perfect from three-point range (1/1).

Texas State’s defense was on point, holding their opponent to just 59 points on 33% shooting from the field. They limited two-point opportunities, with the other team hitting only 14 of 35 shots for 40%.

From beyond the arc, Texas State’s defense was solid, allowing just 5 threes on 22 attempts (22%). They also sent the other team to the line 23 times, where they made 16 free throws (69%).

Looking to win big? The Bison and Highlanders face off at 2:00 ET on ESPN+. The Highlanders are hosting the game at Donald N. Dedmon Center in Radford, VA. This non-conference matchup has an over/under of 134.5 points, and Radford is favored by -6.5 vs. Bucknell.

BUCKNELL BISON VS RADFORD HIGHLANDERS BETTING PICK

The Pick: Radford Highlanders -6.5

This game will be played at Donald N. Dedmon Center at 2:00 ET on Sunday, December 8th.

WHY BET THE RADFORD HIGHLANDERS:

• We have this one finishing with a projected score of 80-67 in favor of the Highlanders.
• Not only will Radford pick up the win, but look for them to cover at -6.5.
• The over/under is currently sitting at 134.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 147 points.

Can the Bison Offense Score Enough on the Road?

Bucknell Bison Recent Game/Games

Bucknell fell to 4-6 on the season after a 64-47 home loss to St. Bonaventure on Wednesday. The Bison entered the game as +7.5 point underdogs and failed to cover the spread. The total points of 111 fell short of the O/U line of 135.5.

Bucknell struggled early, trailing 38-16 at halftime, but showed improvement in the 2nd half, outscoring the Bonnies 31-26.

Bucknell’s offense struggled in their last game, putting up just 47 points on 36.8% shooting from the field. Their effective field goal percentage was 42.1%, with a particularly rough performance from beyond the arc, hitting only 5 of 26 attempts for a 19.2% rate.

Free-throw shooting was also an issue, as the Bison connected on just 9 of 21 attempts, a 42.9% mark. Chance Moore led the team with 17 points, hitting 3 of 5 from three-point range and shooting 66.7% overall.

Defensively, Bucknell held their opponent to just 64 points on 36% shooting from the field. They were particularly effective in guarding the three-point line, where they limited the opposition to 5 made threes on 26 attempts, a 19% success rate.

The Bison also sent their opponent to the free-throw line 21 times, but they managed to convert only 9 of those attempts, shooting 42% from the stripe. Bucknell gave up 10 offensive rebounds in the game.

Can the Highlanders Pull Off a Home Win?

Radford improved to 7-2 on the season with a 70-67 road win over North Carolina Central on Thursday. The Highlanders, who entered the game as 3-point favorites, pushed against the spread. The total points of 137 fell just short of the 140.5 O/U line.

Radford turned things around after trailing 31-24 at halftime, scoring 46 points in the 2nd half while holding the Eagles to 36 points.

Radford’s offense struggled from the field in their last game, shooting just 38.2% overall and 18.8% from beyond the arc, hitting only 3 of 16 attempts. Their effective field goal percentage was 40%, but they found success at the free-throw line, making 25 of 33 attempts for a 75.8% rate.

Perry Smith Jr. led the way, shooting 72.7% from the field and scoring 20 points, while Josiah Harris added 16 points and 16 rebounds. The Highlanders grabbed 18 offensive boards, but managed just 9 assists as a team.

Radford’s defense gave up 67 points in their last game, with opponents shooting 44% from the field on 24 of 54 attempts. Inside the arc, they allowed 18 of 36 shooting for 50%.

From three-point range, Radford’s defense held their opponents to 6 of 18 shooting, or 33%. They also sent the other team to the line 20 times, where they made 13 free throws, shooting 65%. Radford allowed 12 offensive rebounds.

Betting on today’s Raiders and Huskies game? Catch the action at Matthews Arena in Boston, MA, as the Huskies hosts this showdown at 2:00 ET on NESN. The over/under for this game is set at 135.5 points, and Northeastern is favored by -7.5 against Colgate in a non-conference matchup.

COLGATE RAIDERS VS NORTHEASTERN HUSKIES BETTING PICK

The Pick: Northeastern Huskies -7.5

This game will be played at Matthews Arena at 2:00 ET on Sunday, December 8th.

WHY BET THE NORTHEASTERN HUSKIES:

• We have this one finishing with a projected score of 79-68 in favor of the Huskies.
• Not only will Northeastern pick up the win, but look for them to cover at -7.5.
• The over/under is currently sitting at 135.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 147 points.

Can Colgate Lock in a Road Win?

Colgate Raiders Recent Game/Games

The Raiders dropped to 1-7 on the season after a tough 84-57 home loss to Cornell on Wednesday. Colgate entered the game as +2.5 point underdogs but failed to cover the spread. The total points for the game were 141, falling short of the 153 O/U line.

Colgate found themselves in a deep hole early, trailing 54-32 at halftime. They managed to tighten up defensively in the second half, allowing just 30 points, but their offense continued to struggle, putting up only 25 points after the break.

Colgate’s offense struggled from beyond the arc in their last game, hitting just 25% of their threes (5/20) and finishing with an effective field goal percentage of 46.4%. Overall, they shot 42.9% from the field, with a 52.8% mark on two-point attempts. The Raiders managed only 7 offensive rebounds and 14 assists in the game.

Nazir Williams led the way with 22 points, shooting 69.2% from the field and 60% from three-point range (3/5). Cooper Noard added 19 points, connecting on 5 of 8 threes (62.5%). Sam Wright and Guy Ragland Jr. were both efficient, shooting over 80% from the field.

Even with Colgate giving up 84 points, the Raiders held their opponent to 42% shooting from the field, including 25% from beyond the arc, where they connected on just 5 of 20 attempts. Colgate also limited their trips to the free-throw line, where they shot 80% on 5 attempts.

Colgate allowed 19 two-point field goals on 36 attempts, a 52% shooting rate. They also gave up 7 offensive rebounds in the game.

Do the Huskies Have What it Takes at Home?

Northeastern improved to 6-3 on the season with an 82-68 win over La Salle on Tuesday. The Huskies, who were -1.5 favorites, covered the spread in the victory. The game’s total points reached 150, just over the pre-game O/U line of 148.

After leading 31-27 at halftime, Northeastern pulled away by scoring 51 points in the 2nd half while allowing 41. The Huskies’ strong 2nd half performance was key to their win.

Northeastern’s offense was firing on all cylinders in their last game, putting up 82 points and shooting 52.4% from the field. They connected on 42.1% of their threes, hitting 8 of 19 attempts, and finished with an effective field goal percentage of 58.7%.

Corey McKeithan led the way with 21 points, knocking down 5 of 8 from beyond the arc. Rashad King was also efficient, shooting 75% overall and adding 7 assists to go with his 16 points.

Even though Northeastern gave up 68 points, they allowed their opponent to shoot 52% from the field, with 33 made baskets on 63 attempts. The Huskies struggled to contain two-point shots, as their opponent hit 56% of those, going 25/44.

From beyond the arc, Northeastern’s defense allowed 8 threes on 19 attempts, a 42% shooting clip. They also sent their opponent to the free-throw line 11 times, where they converted 8 for 72%. The Huskies gave up 8 offensive rebounds.

Making on a bet on this NCAA game featuring the Big Red versus the Black Knights? Tip off is at at 1:00 ET, and you can watch it all unfold on ESPN+. The game will be played at Christl Arena in West Point, NY. Cornell is favored by -6.5 in this non-conference showdown. The game’s over/under is currently at 154.5 points.

CORNELL BIG RED VS ARMY BLACK KNIGHTS BETTING PICK

The Pick: Army Black Knights +6.5

This game will be played at Christl Arena at 1:00 ET on Sunday, December 8th.

WHY BET THE ARMY BLACK KNIGHTS:

• We have this one finishing with a projected score of 75-71 in favor of the Black Knights.
• Not only will Army pick up the win, but look for them to cover at +6.5.
• The over/under is currently sitting at 154.5 points, and we like the under with a projected 146 points.

Can Cornell Live Up to the Hype on the Road?

Cornell Big Red Recent Game/Games

Cornell improved to 4-3 on the season with an 84-57 road win over Colgate on Wednesday. Entering the game as -2.5 favorites, the Big Red covered the spread comfortably.

Cornell jumped out to a 54-32 lead by halftime and held Colgate to just 25 points in the 2nd half while scoring 30 themselves. The combined points of 141 fell short of the 153 O/U line.

Cornell’s offense was firing on all cylinders in their last game, putting up 84 points with a field goal percentage of 57.9% and an effective field goal percentage of 70.2%. They were deadly from beyond the arc, hitting 13 of 27 threes for 48.1%, while shooting 66.7% on two-point attempts.

The Big Red dished out 26 assists, with Nazir Williams leading the way with 22 points on 9 of 13 shooting, including 3 of 5 from three. Cooper Noard added 19 points, connecting on 5 of 8 threes, and Guy Ragland Jr. was nearly perfect, hitting 5 of 6 shots from the field.

Cornell’s defense held their opponent to just 57 points, allowing them to shoot 42% from the field. The Big Red gave up 19 two-point field goals on 36 attempts, a 52% shooting rate.

From beyond the arc, Cornell limited their opponent to 5 made threes on 20 attempts, a 25% success rate. They also sent them to the free-throw line just 5 times, where they made 4 free throws.

Is a Home Win Possible for Army?

Army evened their record at 3-3 with a 103-100 win over Le Moyne on Tuesday. The Black Knights were favored by 1 point and covered the spread in this high-scoring game.

Army led 31-30 at halftime and scored 42 points in the 2nd half while allowing 43. The total points of 203 far exceeded the O/U line of 142.

Army put up 103 points in their last game, despite shooting just 40.2% from the field and 25.6% from three-point range. They hit 23 of 29 free throws, good for 79.3%, and grabbed 15 offensive rebounds.

Jalen Rucker led the way with 34 points and 13 rebounds, while Josh Scovens and Ryan Curry each added 24 points. Dwayne Koroma was efficient, shooting 70% from the field and pulling down 15 rebounds.

Even though Army gave up 100 points, they held their opponent to 40% shooting overall, allowing 35 made field goals on 87 attempts. Inside the arc, Army’s defense gave up 27 two-point baskets on 56 attempts, a 48% shooting rate.

From three-point range, Army held their opponent to 8 made threes on 31 attempts, a 25% shooting percentage. However, Army sent their opponent to the free-throw line 24 times, where they converted 22 of those attempts for a 91% free-throw shooting rate. Army also allowed 14 offensive rebounds.

The Terrapins and Boilermakers are set to face off at 12:00 ET on BTN. The Boilermakers will host the game at Mackey Arena in West Lafayette, IN. The over/under line for this matchup is currently at 143.5 points, and Purdue is favored by -5 to win at home against Maryland.

MARYLAND TERRAPINS VS PURDUE BOILERMAKERS BETTING PICK

The Pick: Purdue Boilermakers -5

This game will be played at Mackey Arena at 12:00 ET on Sunday, December 8th.

WHY BET THE PURDUE BOILERMAKERS:

• We have this one finishing with a projected score of 77-69 in favor of the Boilermakers.
• Not only will Purdue pick up the win, but look for them to cover at -5.
• The over/under is currently sitting at 143.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 146 points.

Will Maryland Pull Through as the Underdog Road Team?

Maryland Terrapins Recent Game/Games

Maryland improved to 8-1 on the season with an 83-59 win over Ohio State on Wednesday. The Terrapins, who were -5.5 favorites, covered the spread in the victory. The game’s total points ended at 142, just under the O/U line of 146.

Maryland dominated the first half, leading 50-17 at the break. In the second half, they scored 33 points but allowed Ohio State to put up 42 points, a potential concern moving forward.

Maryland put up 83 points in their last game, shooting 46.8% from the field. Their effective field goal percentage was 51.6%, thanks in part to hitting 59.5% of their two-point attempts, while struggling from deep, making just 28% of their threes (7/25).

Ja’Kobi Gillespie led the way with 23 points, hitting 4 of 8 from three and shooting 63.6% overall. Devin Royal added 18 points and 9 rebounds, and Derik Queen contributed 17 points and 11 boards.

Maryland’s defense gave up 59 points despite allowing the opposing team to shoot 46% from the field. The Terrapins struggled to contain two-point shots, with their opponents hitting 59% of their attempts (22/37).

From beyond the arc, Maryland held their opponents to 28% shooting, with just 7 made threes on 25 attempts. The Terrapins also sent the other team to the line 24 times, where they converted 18 free throws (75%).

Can Purdue Deliver Being Favored at Home?

Purdue’s season record dropped to 7-2 after an 81-70 road loss to Penn State on Thursday. The Boilermakers entered the game as +2 point underdogs and failed to cover the spread. The total points for the game hit 151, just over the pre-game O/U line of 149.5.

After trailing 40-24 at halftime, Purdue’s offense came alive in the 2nd half, scoring 46 points. However, they couldn’t tighten up defensively, allowing 41 points in the 2nd half, which prevented them from mounting a comeback.

Purdue’s offense connected at a 51.1% rate from the field in their last game, with an effective field goal percentage of 59.6%. They hit 61.5% of their two-point attempts and 38.1% from beyond the arc, finishing 8-for-21 from three-point range.

The Boilermakers dished out 17 assists, with Ace Baldwin Jr. leading the way with 6 assists and 17 points. Trey Kaufman-Renn and Fletcher Loyer each added 15 points, while Freddie Dilione contributed 14 points, hitting 2 of 3 from three-point range.

Purdue’s defense struggled in their last game, giving up 81 points while allowing the opposition to shoot 48% from the field. They were particularly vulnerable inside, where they allowed 55% shooting on two-point attempts.

From beyond the arc, Purdue’s opponents hit 7 of 18 threes, good for 38%. They also sent the other team to the free-throw line 32 times, where they converted 87% of their attempts. Purdue gave up 8 offensive rebounds.