Bryant Bulldogs vs Chattanooga Mocs NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 11/27/24
The Bulldogs and Mocs are set to face off at 2:00 ET on ESPN+. The Mocs will host the game at McKenzie Arena in Chattanooga, TN. This non-conference matchup has an over/under of 155.5 points, and Chattanooga is favored by -3.5 vs. Bryant.
BRYANT BULLDOGS VS CHATTANOOGA MOCS BETTING PICK
The Pick: Chattanooga Mocs -3.5
This game will be played at McKenzie Arena at 2:00 ET on Wednesday, November 27th.
WHY BET THE CHATTANOOGA MOCS:
- We have this one finishing with a projected score of 77-70 in favor of the Mocs.
- Not only will Chattanooga pick up the win, but look for them to cover at -3.5.
- The over/under is currently sitting at 155.5 points, and we like the under with a projected 147 points.
Can The Bulldogs Secure a Road Victory?
Bryant Bulldogs Recent Game/Games
Bryant picked up a 97-85 win over Tennessee State on Tuesday, November 26th, in a home game where they were favored by 8.5 points. The Bulldogs not only secured the win but also covered the spread.
Leading 46-40 at halftime, Bryant scored 51 points in the 2nd half while allowing 45. The game’s total points reached 182, surpassing the O/U line of 159.5.
Bryant’s offense was firing on all cylinders in their last game, putting up 97 points with a 52.2% field goal percentage. They were especially effective from beyond the arc, hitting 14 of 26 threes for a 53.8% rate, contributing to an effective field goal percentage of 62.7%.
Brandon Weston led the Bulldogs with 24 points, despite shooting just 38.9% from the field. Rafael Pinzon added 22 points, knocking down 4 of 5 threes. Keyshawn Mitchell and Antoine Lorick III both chipped in 16 points, with Lorick shooting 77.8% from the field and Mitchell grabbing 13 rebounds.
Despite their efforts, Bryant’s defense couldn’t contain their opponents, giving up 85 points on 52% shooting. The Bulldogs allowed 35 field goals, including 14 threes, where their opponents shot 53% from beyond the arc.
From the free-throw line, Bryant’s opponents went 13/18, hitting 72% of their attempts. The Bulldogs also struggled on the boards, allowing 16 offensive rebounds.
Can Chattanooga Secure a Home Victory?
Chattanooga Mocs Recent Game/Games
Chattanooga picked up a 85-78 win over Tennessee State on Monday, November 25th. Despite being -10.5 favorites, the Mocs didn’t cover the spread. The game’s total points of 163 went over the pre-game line of 152.
Chattanooga trailed 37-31 at halftime but turned things around in the 2nd half, outscoring Tennessee State 54-41.
Chattanooga put up 85 points in their last game, with Trey Bonham leading the way, scoring 28 points and grabbing 7 rebounds. Brandon Weston added 21 points, and Honor Huff chipped in 19.
The Mocs shot 66.7% from two-point range, but struggled from beyond the arc, hitting just 23.3% of their threes (7/30). They connected on 77.8% of their free throws, going 28/36 from the line.
Chattanooga’s defense gave up 78 points in their last game, with the opponent shooting 43% from the field. The Mocs allowed 66% shooting on two-point attempts, as the other team went 18/27 from inside the arc.
From three-point range, Chattanooga held their opponent to 23% shooting, with just 7 made threes on 30 attempts. The Mocs also sent them to the line 36 times, where they hit 28 free throws, shooting 77%. Chattanooga allowed 7 offensive rebounds.