UNCW Seahawks vs Arkansas Razorbacks Betting Pick & Prediction 12/30/23

Don’t miss out on the NCAA showdown between the Seahawks and Razorbacks. The game is starting at 5:00 ET on SECN, and it’s hosted by the Razorbacks at Bud Walton Arena in Fayetteville, AR. Get ready to place your bets! This non-conference matchup has an over/under of 147.5 points, and the Razorbacks are favored to win at home vs. the Seahawks.

UNCW SEAHAWKS VS ARKANSAS RAZORBACKS BETTING PICK

The Pick: UNCW Seahawks +9.5

This game will be played at Bud Walton Arena at 5:00 ET on Saturday, December 30th.

WHY BET THE UNCW SEAHAWKS:

• We have this one finishing with a projected score of 73-71 in favor of the Razorbacks.
• Even though we have Arkansas winning straight-up, we like UNCW at +9.5.
• The over/under is currently sitting at 147.5 points, and we like the under with a projected 144 points.

Do the Seahawks Have What it Takes in Fayetteville?

As the Seahawks prepare for their 12th game of the season, they currently have a 9-2 overall record. All of UNCW’s games so far have been played on the road. As UNCW enters today’s game, their ATS record stands at 4-4. Over their last five games, the team is 2-2 vs. the spread.

UNCW’s games have, on average, featured 147.5 points per game leading to an over/under record of 5-3-0. Their average over/under line is currently 145.6 points so far. In their most recent three games, the Seahawks’ over/under record is 1-1, with their games averaging 158 points per game.

In contrast to their season average of 85.4 points per game, the UNCW had a below average performance. They scored 78 points against Marshall and had a field goal percentage of 45%. Trazarien White is leading the team in scoring at 19.3 points per contest. Shykeim Phillips has also been a key contributor with a PPG average of 14.2 going into the game.

So far, the Seahawks’ defense is ranked 133rd in the country at 70.6 points per contest. In terms of field goal percentage allowed, UNCW’s defense has allowed opponents to shoot 44.5% from the field, including a three-point shooting percentage allowed of 33.9% this season.

Can the Razorbacks Offense Score Enough at Home?

Arkansas, who is preparing for their 13th game of the season, currently holds a record of 8-4. Over the course of their last ten home games, including those from last year, Arkansas has a 9-1 record. Arkansas has a sub-.500 ATS record of 3-9. Over their last five games, the team is 2-3 vs. the spread.

So far, Arkansas’ games have averaged 155.6 points per game with the average over/under line being 149.2 points. The Razorbacks have an over/under record of 2-1 in their last three games, with their games averaging 146 points per game.

The Razorbacks’ offense wrapped up their last game with 83 points, aligning closely with their current season average of 80.3 points per contest. In terms of offense, the Razorbacks have a season-long field goal percentage of 47%, putting them 78th in the NCAA. Regarding three-pointers, they are ranked 150th in percentage and 258th in three-pointers made.

Currently, the Razorbacks’ defense holds the 211st rank in the nation, allowing 75.2 points per game. The Arkansas defense is coming off a game in which they gave up a total of 73 points and allowed Abilene Christian to connect on 7 threes.