Sacred Heart Pioneers vs Quinnipiac Bobcats NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 12/8/24

Don’t miss out on the NCAA showdown between the Pioneers and Bobcats. The game is starting at 2:00 ET on ESPN+, and it’s hosted by the Bobcats at M&T Bank Arena in Hamden, CT. Get ready to place your bets! The over/under for this game is set at 148.5 points, and Quinnipiac is favored by -5 vs. Sacred Heart in a Metro Atlantic Athletic conference matchup.

SACRED HEART PIONEERS VS QUINNIPIAC BOBCATS BETTING PICK

The Pick: Quinnipiac Bobcats -5

This game will be played at M&T Bank Arena at 2:00 ET on Sunday, December 8th.

WHY BET THE QUINNIPIAC BOBCATS:

• We have this one finishing with a projected score of 78-69 in favor of the Bobcats.
• Not only will Quinnipiac pick up the win, but look for them to cover at -5.
• The over/under is currently sitting at 148.5 points, and we like the under with a projected 147 points.

Do the Pioneers Have What it Takes to Win as Road Underdogs?

Sacred Heart improved to 4-5 on the season with an 83-59 home win over Iona on Friday. The Pioneers entered the game as +1.5 point underdogs but not only pulled off the upset, they covered the spread with ease.

Sacred Heart dominated the first half, leading 47-26 at the break. They scored 36 points in the 2nd half while allowing 33. The total points for the game was 142, just under the 142.5 O/U line.

Sacred Heart’s offense put up 83 points in their last game, shooting 49.1% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 57.9%. They connected on 41.7% of their three-point attempts, hitting 10 of 24 from deep, and were strong from the free-throw line, making 81% of their shots.

Anquan Hill led the way, shooting 7 of 10 overall and hitting both of his three-point attempts, finishing with 18 points and 7 rebounds. Amiri Stewart contributed 7 assists to go along with 13 points and 7 rebounds, while Nyle Ralph-Beyer knocked down 3 of 6 from beyond the arc, scoring 11 points in just 12 minutes.

Even though Sacred Heart gave up 59 points, they allowed their opponent to shoot 49% from the field, including 54% on two-point attempts with 18 makes on 33 shots.

From beyond the arc, Sacred Heart’s defense allowed 10 threes on 24 attempts, a 41% shooting rate. They also sent their opponent to the line 21 times, where they converted 17 free throws at 81%.

Taking a Look at the Bobcats Chances at Home

Quinnipiac Bobcats Recent Game/Games

Quinnipiac improved to 3-5 on the season with a 72-67 road win over Rider on Friday, December 6th. The Bobcats entered the game as slight -1 favorites and covered the spread with the win. The combined points of 139 fell just under the O/U line of 143.

Leading 31-29 at halftime, Quinnipiac scored 41 points in the 2nd half while allowing 38 to secure the win.

Quinnipiac’s offense put up 72 points in their latest game, shooting 47.4% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 52.6%. They excelled inside, hitting 61.8% of their two-point attempts, but struggled from beyond the arc, making just 6 of 23 threes (26.1%).

Amarri Tice led the way with 20 points and 13 rebounds, connecting on 3 of 6 from deep. The Bobcats also grabbed 15 offensive rebounds and dished out 14 assists, with Paul Otieno contributing 11 points on 4 of 6 shooting.

Quinnipiac’s defense gave up 67 points, with their opponents shooting 44% from the field. They allowed 22 two-point baskets on 42 attempts, a 52% conversion rate.

From beyond the arc, Quinnipiac held their opponents to just 3 made threes on 14 attempts, a 21% shooting performance. They also sent them to the free-throw line 20 times, where they made 14, shooting 70%.