Campbell Fighting Camels vs Elon Phoenix NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 1/13/25
The Fighting Camels and Phoenix are set to face off at 9:00 ET on CBSS. The Phoenix will host the game at Schar Center in Elon, NC. The over/under line for this matchup is currently at 137.5 points, and Elon is favored by -8.5 to win at home against Campbell.
CAMPBELL FIGHTING CAMELS VS ELON PHOENIX BETTING PICK
The Pick: Campbell Fighting Camels +8.5
This game will be played at Schar Center at 9:00 ET on Monday, January 13th.
WHY BET THE CAMPBELL FIGHTING CAMELS:
- We have this one finishing with a projected score of 76-71 in favor of the Phoenix.
- Even though we have Elon winning straight-up, we like Campbell at +8.5.
- The over/under is currently sitting at 137.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 147 points.
Is a Win at Elon Possible for the Fighting Camels?
Campbell improved to 5-9 on the season with a 66-55 road win over Hampton on Thursday. The Fighting Camels entered the game as +5 point underdogs and not only pulled off the upset but also covered the spread. The total points for the game were 121, falling short of the 138.5 O/U line.
Campbell’s defense stepped up in the 2nd half, allowing just 25 points while scoring 46 of their own. They were down 30-20 at halftime but turned things around in the 2nd half to secure the win.
Jasin Sinani’s efficient shooting performance (8/11 overall, 3/5 from three) helped Campbell score 66 points in their last game, as he contributed 21 points, 7 rebounds, and 5 assists. George Beale Jr. added 15 points, despite shooting just 35.3% from the field, and Cam Gregory struggled, hitting only 27.3% of his shots.
As a team, the Fighting Camels shot 44.4% from the field, with a 51.9% effective field goal percentage. They connected on 9 of 22 three-point attempts (40.9%) and made 9 of 14 free throws (64.3%). Campbell also recorded 17 assists and 8 offensive rebounds in the game.
Campbell’s defense held their opponent to 55 points, even though they shot 43% from the field, hitting 23 of 53 attempts. Inside the arc, Campbell allowed 17 two-point baskets on 31 attempts, a 54% shooting rate.
From three-point range, Campbell’s defense limited their opponent to 6 made threes on 22 attempts, a 27% success rate. They also sent their opponent to the free-throw line just 6 times, where they made 3 free throws, shooting 50%. Campbell gave up 10 offensive rebounds in the game.
Will the Phoenix Secure A Victory as Home Favorites?
Elon Phoenix Recent Game/Games
Elon’s season record fell to 9-5 after a 78-65 road loss to William & Mary on Thursday, January 9th. Entering the game as +3 point underdogs, the Phoenix not only lost but also failed to cover the spread. The combined points of 143 fell short of the 151.5 O/U line.
Elon led 31-30 at halftime but struggled defensively in the 2nd half, allowing 48 points while scoring 34. This defensive lapse was a key factor in their loss.
Elon’s offense struggled from beyond the arc in their last game, hitting just 5 of 24 threes for a 20.8% shooting percentage. Overall, they shot 39.7% from the field, with an effective field goal percentage of 44.4%. Inside the arc, they were more efficient, connecting on 51.3% of their two-point attempts.
At the free-throw line, the Phoenix were perfect, going 10 for 10. They also grabbed 19 offensive rebounds and dished out 10 assists. Keller Boothby led the way with 19 points, shooting 66.7% from the field and 50% from three. Sam Sherry added 14 points and 11 rebounds, while Chase Lowe and TJ Simpkins each contributed 13 points.
Elon Phoenix gave up 78 points in their last game, with the opposing team shooting 43% from the field on 25 of 58 attempts. Inside the arc, Elon allowed them to shoot 61%, as they hit 16 of 26 two-point shots.
From beyond the arc, Elon’s defense held the other team to 28% shooting, with 9 made threes on 32 attempts. However, they sent the opposing team to the free-throw line 20 times, where they converted 19 of those for 95%. Elon also allowed 12 offensive rebounds.