Massachusetts-Lowell River Hawks vs Central Connecticut State Blue Devils NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 12/1/24

Don’t miss out on the NCAA showdown between the River Hawks and Blue Devils. The game is starting at 1:00 ET on ESPN+, and it’s hosted by the Blue Devils at William H. Detrick Gymnasium in New Britain, CT. Get ready to place your bets! Massachusetts-Lowell is the -3.5 point favorites in this non-conference matchup against Central Connecticut State. The over/under for the game is set at 145.5 points.

MASSACHUSETTS-LOWELL RIVER HAWKS VS CENTRAL CONNECTICUT STATE BLUE DEVILS BETTING PICK

The Pick: Central Connecticut State Blue Devils +3.5

This game will be played at William H. Detrick Gymnasium at 1:00 ET on Sunday, December 1st.

WHY BET THE CENTRAL CONNECTICUT STATE BLUE DEVILS:

• We have this one finishing with a projected score of 73-72 in favor of the Blue Devils.
• Not only will Central Connecticut State pick up the win, but look for them to cover at +3.5.
• The over/under is currently sitting at 145.5 points, and we like the under with a projected 145 points.

Are the River Hawks Ready for a Road Win?

Massachusetts-Lowell River Hawks Recent Game/Games

Massachusetts-Lowell fell 93-90 to Saint Louis on Wednesday, November 27th. The River Hawks were +10.5 point underdogs going into the game, but they managed to keep it close, covering the spread.

After trailing 55-43 at halftime, Massachusetts-Lowell outscored Saint Louis 47-38 in the 2nd half. The game’s total points of 183 exceeded the over/under line of 162.5.

Massachusetts-Lowell’s offense was firing on all cylinders in their last game, putting up 90 points with a field goal percentage of 59.7%. Their effective field goal percentage was an impressive 69.4%, thanks in part to their 63.2% shooting from beyond the arc, hitting 12 of 19 attempts.

Isaiah Swope led the way with 26 points and 6 assists, shooting 75% from the field. Robbie Avila also shot 75%, hitting all 3 of his three-point attempts, while Gibson Jimerson and Martin Somerville each connected on 4 threes, with Somerville going 6 for 10 from deep.

Massachusetts-Lowell struggled defensively, giving up 93 points on 60% shooting from the field. Their opponents were particularly effective inside, hitting 62% of their two-point attempts (23/37).

From beyond the arc, the River Hawks allowed 11 threes on 19 attempts, a 57% success rate. They also sent their opponents to the line 18 times, where they converted 14 free throws (77%).

Can Central Connecticut State Pull Out the Win as Home Underdogs?

Central Connecticut State Blue Devils Recent Game/Games

Central Connecticut State picked up a 64-56 win over Binghamton on Sunday, November 24th, in a home game where they were favored by 5 points. The Blue Devils covered the spread, but the game’s total points of 120 fell short of the 135.5 O/U line.

After leading 28-19 at halftime, Central Connecticut State scored 36 points in the 2nd half while allowing 37, holding on for the win.

Central Connecticut State put up 64 points in their last game, shooting 41.7% from the field and 35% from three-point range. Their effective field goal percentage was 46.7%, and they hit 77.8% of their free throws, going 7-for-9 from the line.

Jayden Brown led the way with 17 points, shooting 70% overall and 60% from deep. Tymu Chenery added 16 points, hitting 66.7% of his threes, while Jordan Jones contributed 15 points despite shooting just 36.8% from the field.

Central Connecticut State’s defense held their opponent to just 56 points, allowing them to shoot 41% from the field. The Blue Devils gave up 25 made field goals on 60 attempts.

From beyond the arc, Central Connecticut State allowed 7 threes on 20 attempts, a 35% shooting rate. They also sent their opponent to the free-throw line 9 times, where they made 7, shooting 77%.