Pacific Tigers vs Missouri Tigers NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 11/22/24

Don’t miss out on the NCAA showdown between the Tigers and Tigers. The game is starting at 7:30 ET on SEC, and it’s hosted by the Tigers at Mizzou Arena in Columbia, MO. Get ready to place your bets! The odds for this non-conference game currently have Missouri as the -20 favorite, with the over/under line sitting at 150 points.

PACIFIC TIGERS VS MISSOURI TIGERS BETTING PICK

The Pick: Pacific Tigers +20

This game will be played at Mizzou Arena at 7:30 ET on Friday, November 22nd.

WHY BET THE PACIFIC TIGERS:

• We have this one finishing with a projected score of 78-70 in favor of the Tigers.
• Not only will Missouri pick up the win, but look for them to cover at -20.
• The over/under is currently sitting at 150 points, and we like the under with a projected 148 points.

Can Pacific Stun the Crowd at Mizzou Arena?

Pacific Tigers Recent Game/Games

Pacific’s recent road game against Arkansas ended in a 91-72 loss on Monday. Despite the defeat, the Tigers managed to cover the spread as +21.5 point underdogs.

After trailing 44-37 at halftime, Pacific allowed 47 points in the 2nd half while scoring 35. The game’s total points of 163 exceeded the over/under line of 149.5.

In their last game, the Pacific Tigers scored 72 points, shooting 40% from the field and 34.3% from three-point range, hitting 12 of 35 attempts. Their effective field goal percentage was 50%, and they were nearly perfect from the free-throw line, making 12 of 13 shots (92.3%).

Adou Thiero and Elijah Fisher both scored 23 points, with Fisher hitting 3 of 4 from beyond the arc. Boogie Fland added 20 points, while Lamar Washington contributed 19 points and 5 assists. Elias Ralph struggled from three, hitting just 1 of 9 attempts, but led the team with 10 rebounds.

Despite giving up 91 points, the Pacific Tigers’ defense struggled to contain their opponent, who shot 59% from the field, including 71% on two-point attempts. They also allowed 9 threes on 21 attempts, a 42% clip.

The Tigers sent their opponent to the line 25 times, where they converted 20 free throws, shooting 80%. Pacific did manage to limit second-chance opportunities, giving up just 3 offensive rebounds.

Will Missouri Pull Through as the Favored Home Team?

Missouri dominated Mississippi Valley State on Thursday, cruising to a 111-39 win at home. The Tigers, who were -33.5 favorites, not only covered the spread but also pushed the total score over the 138.5-point line, with the teams combining for 150 points.

Missouri led 51-19 at halftime and continued their strong play in the second half, scoring 60 points while holding the Delta Devils to just 20.

Missouri’s offense was firing on all cylinders, putting up 111 points with a 56.9% shooting performance from the field. Their effective field goal percentage was an impressive 67.7%, thanks to hitting 48.4% from three-point range, connecting on 15 of 31 attempts.

Inside the arc, the Tigers shot 64.7%, going 22 for 34, and added 18 offensive rebounds. Marques Warrick led the way with 16 points, hitting 4 of 5 threes, while Tamar Bates and Caleb Grill each contributed 15 points.

Missouri’s defense struggled, giving up 39 points while allowing their opponent to shoot 56% from the field, including 64% on two-point attempts. They also sent the other team to the free-throw line 35 times, where they converted 22 shots.

From beyond the arc, Missouri’s opponent hit 15 threes on 31 attempts, shooting 48%. Missouri also allowed 18 offensive rebounds in the game.