Texas State Bobcats vs Old Dominion Monarchs NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 2/5/25
Don’t miss out on the NCAA showdown between the Bobcats and Monarchs. The game is starting at 7:00 ET on ESPN+, and it’s hosted by the Monarchs at Chartway Arena in Norfolk, VA. Get ready to place your bets! Texas State is favored by -2.5 in this Sun Belt conference matchup the against Old Dominion. The over/under for the game is set at 141.5 points.
TEXAS STATE BOBCATS VS OLD DOMINION MONARCHS BETTING PICK
The Pick: Old Dominion Monarchs +2.5
This game will be played at Chartway Arena at 7:00 ET on Wednesday, February 5th.
WHY BET THE OLD DOMINION MONARCHS:
- We have this one finishing with a projected score of 79-67 in favor of the Monarchs.
- Not only will Old Dominion pick up the win, but look for them to cover at +2.5.
- The over/under is currently sitting at 141.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 146 points.
Will the Bobcats Pull Through as the Favored Road Team?
Texas State Bobcats Recent Game/Games
Texas State dropped to 10-11 on the season after an 85-74 loss to Arkansas State on Saturday. The Bobcats were +5.5 underdogs at home and failed to cover the spread. The game’s total points reached 159, surpassing the over/under line of 149.
Trailing 39-33 at halftime, Texas State couldn’t close the gap in the second half, scoring 41 points but allowing 46.
In their latest game, Texas State put up 74 points, shooting 44.3% from the field and 44.4% from three-point range, hitting 8 of 18 attempts. Their effective field goal percentage was 50.8%, and they connected on 80% of their free throws, going 12 for 15.
Izaiyah Nelson was perfect from the field, hitting all 10 of his shots and finishing with 23 points and 11 rebounds. Terrance Ford Jr. added 20 points and 5 assists, while Kobe Julien contributed 19 points, hitting 3 of 5 from deep.
Despite Texas State giving up 85 points, their opponents shot 44% from the field, connecting on 27 of 61 attempts. Inside the arc, they went 19/43, also at 44%.
From three-point range, Texas State’s defense allowed 8 threes on 18 attempts, a 44% success rate. They also sent their opponents to the line 15 times, where they hit 12 free throws, shooting 80%. Texas State gave up 9 offensive rebounds in the game.
Does Old Dominion Have What it Takes to Win as Home Underdogs?
Old Dominion Monarchs Recent Game/Games
Old Dominion fell to 8-13 on the season after a 68-54 road loss to James Madison on Saturday. The Monarchs entered the game as +10 point underdogs and failed to cover the spread. The total points for the game were 122, falling short of the 138.5 O/U line.
ODU trailed 36-25 at the half and couldn’t mount a comeback, scoring 29 points in the 2nd half while allowing 32.
Old Dominion struggled offensively in their last game, scoring just 54 points on 34% shooting from the field. Their effective field goal percentage was 41.5%, with two-point shooting at 33.3% and three-point shooting at 35%.
Sean Durugordon led the way with 18 points and 8 rebounds, despite shooting 30.8% overall. Mark Freeman added 17 points, while Bryce Lindsay contributed 14 points, hitting 4 of 9 from beyond the arc.
Old Dominion’s defense gave up 68 points in their last game, with opponents shooting 41% from the field. They allowed 16 two-point baskets on 29 attempts, a 55% shooting rate.
From beyond the arc, the Monarchs’ defense conceded 9 threes on 31 attempts, a 29% success rate. They also sent the opposition to the free-throw line 11 times, where they hit 9 shots, an 81% clip. Old Dominion gave up 13 offensive rebounds.