Massachusetts Minutemen vs Louisiana Tech Bulldogs NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 11/13/24

Betting on today’s Minutemen and Bulldogs game? Catch the action at Nassau Veterans Memorial Coliseum in Uniondale, NY, as the Bulldogs hosts this showdown at 6:00 ET on MSG+. The over/under line for this matchup is currently at 148.5 points, and Louisiana Tech is favored by -1 at home against Massachusetts.

MASSACHUSETTS MINUTEMEN VS LOUISIANA TECH BULLDOGS BETTING PICK

The Pick: Louisiana Tech Bulldogs -1

This game will be played at Nassau Veterans Memorial Coliseum at 6:00 ET on Wednesday, November 13th.

WHY BET THE LOUISIANA TECH BULLDOGS:

• We have this one finishing with a projected score of 76-70 in favor of the Bulldogs.
• Not only will Louisiana Tech pick up the win, but look for them to cover at -1.
• The over/under is currently sitting at 148.5 points, and we like the under with a projected 146 points.

Will the Minutemen Win in Uniondale?

Massachusetts Minutemen Recent Game/Games

The Minutemen fell to West Virginia 75-69 on Friday, November 8th, in an away game. Entering the game as +9 point underdogs, Massachusetts managed to keep things closer than expected.

After trailing 45-28 at halftime, the Minutemen outscored West Virginia 41-30 in the 2nd half. The total points for the game were 144, which fell under the O/U line of 153.5.

In their latest game, the Minutemen put up 69 points, shooting 43.5% from the field. Their effective field goal percentage was 48.4%, with two-point shooting at 51.2% and three-point shooting at 28.6% (6/21). They hit 65% of their free throws, going 13/20 from the line.

Rahsool Diggins led the way with 19 points, hitting 4 threes, though he shot just 35.7% overall. Tucker DeVries added 17 points, connecting on 3 of 5 from deep. Daniel Rivera was efficient, shooting 71.4% and grabbing 9 rebounds, while Daniel Hankins-Sanford contributed 11 boards and shot 66.7% from the field.

Even though Massachusetts held their opponent to 37% shooting, they still gave up 75 points. The Minutemen allowed 22 field goals on 58 attempts, including 14/35 from two-point range (40%) and 8/23 from beyond the arc (34%).

Massachusetts sent their opponent to the free-throw line 29 times, where they converted 25 attempts for 86%. The Minutemen also gave up 12 offensive rebounds in the game.

Is A Home Victory Likely for Favored Louisiana Tech?

Louisiana Tech Bulldogs Recent Game/Games

Louisiana Tech opened their season with a 92-77 win over UT Arlington on Saturday, November 9th. The Bulldogs, who were -1 point favorites, covered the spread in this one. The game’s total points reached 169, surpassing the O/U line of 149.5.

The Bulldogs took control early, leading 51-37 at halftime. They scored 41 points in the 2nd half while allowing 40, maintaining their lead to secure the win.

In their latest game, Louisiana Tech’s offense put up 92 points, shooting 50.8% from the field. They connected on 40% of their threes, hitting 10 of 25 attempts, and were 58.3% on two-point shots. Their effective field goal percentage was 59%, and they made 76.9% of their free throws, going 20 for 26 from the line.

The Bulldogs dished out 23 assists and grabbed 15 offensive rebounds. Daniel Batcho led the way with 28 points, shooting 10 of 12 from the field. Amaree Abram added 23 points, hitting 5 of 8 from three, while Troy Hupstead contributed 20 points, making 2 of 3 from beyond the arc.

Louisiana Tech’s defense gave up 77 points, with their opponents shooting 41% from the field. They allowed 54% shooting on two-point attempts, with the other team hitting 19 of 35 shots.

From beyond the arc, Louisiana Tech held their opponents to 28% shooting, as they made 9 of 32 three-point attempts. The other team also went 12/17 from the free-throw line, shooting 70%. Louisiana Tech allowed 18 offensive rebounds.