Northern Kentucky Norse vs IU Indy Jaguars NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 12/7/24

Betting on today’s Norse and Jaguars game? Catch the action at Corteva Coliseum in Indianapolis, IN, as the Jaguars hosts this showdown at 2:00 ET on ESPN+. Northern Kentucky is favored by -8.5 in this Horizon League conference contest against IU Indy. The game’s over/under currently sits at 140.5 points.

NORTHERN KENTUCKY NORSE VS IU INDY JAGUARS BETTING PICK

The Pick: IU Indy Jaguars +8.5

This game will be played at Corteva Coliseum at 2:00 ET on Saturday, December 7th.

WHY BET THE IU INDY JAGUARS:

• We have this one finishing with a projected score of 75-72 in favor of the Jaguars.
• Not only will IU Indy pick up the win, but look for them to cover at +8.5.
• The over/under is currently sitting at 140.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 147 points.

Will the Norse Live Up to Expectations on the Road?

Northern Kentucky Norse Recent Game/Games

The Norse dropped to 1-6 on the season after an 86-73 road loss to Akron on Tuesday. Entering the game as +6.5 point underdogs, Northern Kentucky not only lost but also failed to cover the spread.

They trailed 46-36 at halftime and were outscored 40-37 in the second half. The total points for the game reached 159, surpassing the O/U line of 144.5.

Trey Robinson and Tavari Johnson were the stars for Northern Kentucky in their last game, combining for 57 points. Robinson shot 73.3% from the field and hit 3 of 4 from beyond the arc, while Johnson connected on 4 of 6 threes, finishing with 27 points and 5 assists.

As a team, the Norse shot 45.3% from the field, with an effective field goal percentage of 52.8%. They made 8 of 24 three-point attempts (33.3%) and hit 17 of 28 free throws (60.7%).

Despite Northern Kentucky’s defensive efforts, they allowed 86 points on 53% shooting from the field. The opposing team was particularly effective inside, converting 62% of their two-point attempts, going 15/24.

From beyond the arc, Northern Kentucky gave up 11 threes on 25 attempts, a 44% success rate. They also sent the other team to the free-throw line 28 times, where they made 23, shooting 82%. The Norse allowed 12 offensive rebounds.

Will the Jaguars Find a Way to Win at Home?

The Jaguars improved to 2-5 on the season with an 84-75 win over the Phoenix on Wednesday. IU Indy, who entered the game as +4 underdogs, not only pulled off the upset but also covered the spread. The game’s total points of 159 went over the pre-game line of 152.5.

After trailing 42-36 at halftime, the Jaguars turned things around in the second half, outscoring Green Bay 48-33. Their strong defensive effort and offensive surge were key to the victory.

In their latest game, the Jaguars put up 84 points, shooting 45.5% from the field. They were strong inside, hitting 63.6% of their two-point attempts, but struggled from beyond the arc, making just 27.3% of their threes.

Anthony Roy led the way with 34 points, hitting 6 of 12 from deep and shooting 60% overall. Jarvis Walker added 25 points, despite going just 1 for 7 from three-point range.

IU Indy Jaguars gave up 75 points in their last game, with the opposing team shooting 45% from the field. They allowed 21 two-point baskets on 33 attempts, a 63% shooting rate.

From beyond the arc, the Jaguars’ defense held the other team to 9 threes on 33 attempts, a 27% success rate. They also sent the opponent to the free-throw line 23 times, where they made 15 free throws, shooting 65%. IU Indy gave up 14 offensive rebounds.