Norfolk State Spartans vs Delaware State Hornets NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 1/6/25
Looking to win big? The Spartans and Hornets face off at 7:30 ET on ESPN+. The Hornets are hosting the game at Memorial Hall (DE) in Dover, DE. Norfolk State come into this Mid-Eastern conference matchup as the -6.5 favorite. The over/under line currently sits at 146.5 points.
NORFOLK STATE SPARTANS VS DELAWARE STATE HORNETS BETTING PICK
The Pick: Delaware State Hornets +6.5
This game will be played at Memorial Hall (DE) at 7:30 ET on Monday, January 6th.
WHY BET THE DELAWARE STATE HORNETS:
- We have this one finishing with a projected score of 77-69 in favor of the Hornets.
- Not only will Delaware State pick up the win, but look for them to cover at +6.5.
- The over/under is currently sitting at 146.5 points, and we like the under with a projected 146 points.
Will the Spartans Win in Dover?
Norfolk State moved to 8-7 on the season with an 81-59 win over Maryland Eastern Shore on Saturday. The Spartans, who were -17 point favorites, covered the spread at home. The game’s total points of 140 fell just under the O/U line of 141.5.
After leading 35-29 at halftime, Norfolk State took control in the second half, outscoring the Hawks 46-30 to secure the win.
Norfolk State put up 81 points in their last game, shooting 57.9% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 63.2%. They connected on 64.3% of their two-point attempts and hit 40% from beyond the arc, going 6-for-15 from three-point range.
The Spartans dished out 23 assists, with Brian Moore Jr. contributing 4 assists to go along with his team-high 22 points and 7 rebounds. Christopher Flippin added 17 points and 9 rebounds, shooting 61.5% from the field.
Despite Norfolk State’s defensive struggles, allowing 59 points on 57% shooting, they still managed to come out on top. The Spartans gave up 27 two-point baskets on 64% shooting.
From beyond the arc, Norfolk State allowed 6 threes on 15 attempts, a 40% clip. They also sent their opponents to the line 16 times, where they hit 9 free throws.
Can The Hornets Secure a Home Victory?
Delaware State Hornets Recent Game/Games
Delaware State fell to 4-8 on the season after a 100-94 road loss to Howard on Saturday. The Hornets were +7 point underdogs going into the game but managed to cover the spread.
After trailing 55-47 at halftime, Delaware State scored 47 points in the 2nd half while allowing 45. The game’s total points of 194 easily surpassed the over/under line of 149.5.
Delaware State put up 94 points in their latest game, shooting 47% from the field and posting an effective field goal percentage of 51.5%. They hit 54.3% of their two-point attempts, while connecting on 30% from beyond the arc, going 6-for-20. At the free-throw line, they were nearly automatic, hitting 26 of 29 attempts for an 89.7% success rate.
Blake Harper led the way with 34 points, shooting 83.3% overall and 75% from three-point range. Martaz Robinson added 28 points despite shooting 35.3% from the field and 16.7% from deep. Robert Smith contributed 27 points, 6 rebounds, and 6 assists, while Cameron Shockley-Okeke knocked down 6 threes at a 60% clip, finishing with 24 points.
Delaware State’s defense had a tough outing, giving up 100 points on 59% shooting from the field. They allowed 31 made field goals on 52 attempts.
The Hornets struggled to contain both inside and outside, with opponents hitting 66% of their two-point shots (20/30) and 50% from beyond the arc (11/22). They also sent the other team to the line 27 times, where they converted every free throw.