Delaware State Hornets vs Alabama State Hornets NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 12/20/24
Looking to win big? The Hornets and Hornets face off at 6:30 ET on ESPN+. The Hornets are hosting the game at Mohegan Sun Arena in Uncasville, CT. The over/under for this game is set at 148.5 points, and Alabama State is favored by -2.5 against Delaware State in a non-conference matchup.
DELAWARE STATE HORNETS VS ALABAMA STATE HORNETS BETTING PICK
The Pick: Delaware State Hornets +2.5
This game will be played at Mohegan Sun Arena at 6:30 ET on Friday, December 20th.
WHY BET THE DELAWARE STATE HORNETS:
- We have this one finishing with a projected score of 77-71 in favor of the Hornets.
- Not only will Alabama State pick up the win, but look for them to cover at -2.5.
- The over/under is currently sitting at 148.5 points, and we like the under with a projected 148 points.
Will the Hornets Make it Happen on the Road?
Delaware State Hornets Recent Game/Games
Delaware State improved to 3-6 on the season with a 73-60 road win over Grambling State on Thursday. Entering the game as +4.5 point underdogs, the Hornets not only pulled off the upset but also covered the spread.
After leading 29-25 at halftime, Delaware State outscored Grambling State 44-35 in the second half. The game’s total points of 133 fell short of the 141.5 O/U line.
Delaware State’s offense put up 73 points in their last game, shooting 47.4% from the field and 50% from beyond the arc, hitting 5 of 10 three-point attempts. Their effective field goal percentage was 52.6%, and they connected on 82.4% of their free throws, going 14 for 17 at the line.
Robert Smith led the way with 16 points, despite shooting just 35.3% overall. Martaz Robinson added 15 points, hitting 4 of 5 from three-point range, while James Flippin, Muneer Newton, and Kaseem Watson each contributed 13 points, with Newton grabbing 10 rebounds.
Delaware State’s defense was strong, holding their opponent to just 60 points on 37% shooting from the field. They allowed 22 made field goals on 58 attempts.
From beyond the arc, Delaware State’s defense was particularly effective, limiting their opponent to just 4 made threes on 24 attempts, a 16% shooting performance.
Will the Hornets Make it Happen at Home?
Alabama State Hornets Recent Game/Games
The Hornets fell to 3-7 on the season after a 71-54 home loss to Norfolk State on Thursday. Entering the game as +4 underdogs, Alabama State not only lost but also failed to cover the spread. The total points for the game were 125, falling short of the 146.5 O/U line.
Alabama State found themselves in a deep hole early, trailing 44-21 at halftime. They showed some fight in the 2nd half, outscoring Norfolk State 33-27, but it wasn’t enough to overcome the deficit.
Alabama State’s offense struggled in their last game, managing just 54 points on 31% shooting from the field. Their effective field goal percentage was 34.5%, and they hit only 11.5% of their three-point attempts, going 3-for-26 from beyond the arc.
The Hornets had 8 assists and 13 offensive rebounds, with TJ Madlock leading the way with 17 points. Brian Moore Jr. added 15 points and 7 rebounds, while Christian Ings contributed 11 points and 4 assists.
Alabama State’s defense held strong, giving up just 71 points while limiting their opponent to 31% shooting from the field. They allowed 15 two-point baskets on 32 attempts, a 46% conversion rate.
From beyond the arc, Alabama State’s defense was particularly effective, as they held their opponent to just 3 made threes on 26 attempts, an 11% shooting performance. They also sent their opponent to the free-throw line 22 times, where they converted 15 of those attempts, a 68% success rate.