Incarnate Word Cardinals vs South Alabama Jaguars NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 11/25/24

The Cardinals and Jaguars are set to face off at 8:00 ET on ESPN+. The Jaguars will host the game at Mitchell Center in Mobile, AL. The over/under for this game is set at 143.5 points, and South Alabama is favored by -7 against Incarnate Word in a non-conference matchup.

INCARNATE WORD CARDINALS VS SOUTH ALABAMA JAGUARS BETTING PICK

The Pick: Incarnate Word Cardinals +7

This game will be played at Mitchell Center at 8:00 ET on Monday, November 25th.

WHY BET THE INCARNATE WORD CARDINALS:

• We have this one finishing with a projected score of 76-71 in favor of the Jaguars.
• Even though we have South Alabama winning straight-up, we like Incarnate Word at +7.
• The over/under is currently sitting at 143.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 147 points.

Does Incarnate Word Have a Shot at a Road Win?

Incarnate Word Cardinals Recent Game/Games

Incarnate Word dropped a close one, 75-74, to Northern Arizona on Friday. The Cardinals, who were +4.5 point underdogs, managed to cover the spread. The game’s total points hit 149, surpassing the O/U line of 142.5.

After trailing 42-32 at halftime, Incarnate Word came out strong in the 2nd half, scoring 42 points while holding Northern Arizona to 33. Despite the strong finish, they couldn’t complete the comeback.

Incarnate Word’s offense put up 74 points in their last game, shooting 41.5% from the field. They hit 50% from beyond the arc, going 11-for-22, while struggling inside with just 37.2% on two-point attempts.

Jayden Jackson led the way with 23 points, shooting 77.8% overall. Carson Towt added 21 points and 11 rebounds, and Jalin Anderson contributed 10 assists despite shooting 25% from the field.

Despite giving up 75 points, Incarnate Word’s defense held their opponent to 38% shooting from the field, with the opposing team making 24 of 62 shots. From two-point range, the Cardinals allowed 15 baskets on 35 attempts, a 42% shooting rate.

From beyond the arc, the Cardinals’ defense saw their opponent hit 9 three-pointers on 27 attempts, a 33% success rate. Incarnate Word also sent the other team to the free-throw line 28 times, where they converted 18 attempts for 64%. The Cardinals gave up 20 offensive rebounds in the game.

Will South Alabama Come Through as Home Favorites?

South Alabama Jaguars Recent Game/Games

South Alabama picked up a 75-66 win over Mercer on Saturday, November 16th. Playing at home, the Jaguars entered the game as -5.5 point favorites and covered the spread with the win.

South Alabama led 42-32 at halftime, but the 2nd half was tighter, with the Jaguars scoring 33 points and allowing 34. The game’s total points came in at 141, under the O/U line of 151.5.

South Alabama put up 75 points in their last game, shooting 41.7% from the field and 25% from three-point range (8/32). Their effective field goal percentage was 48.3%, with a strong 60.7% shooting inside the arc (17/28). They also hit 68% of their free throws, going 17/25 from the line.

Myles Corey led the way with 28 points, hitting 4 of 11 from deep, while Tyler Johnson added 26 points, connecting on 6 of 11 threes. Johnson shot 56.2% overall, and Corey finished at 53.3%. Ahmad Robinson chipped in 16 points and 7 assists, and Judah Brown contributed 15 points, shooting 66.7% from the floor.

South Alabama’s defense gave up 66 points in their last game, with the opposing team shooting 41% from the field on 25 of 60 attempts. The Jaguars allowed 17 two-point baskets on 28 attempts, a 60% shooting rate.

From beyond the arc, South Alabama’s defense held the other team to 8 of 32 shooting, or 25%. They also sent the opposition to the free-throw line 25 times, where they made 17, good for 68%. The Jaguars allowed 12 offensive rebounds.