Eastern Michigan Eagles vs Houston Christian Huskies NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 11/25/24
The Eagles and Huskies are set to face off at 8:00 ET on ESPN+. The Huskies will host the game at Sharp Gymnasium in Houston, TX. Eastern Michigan is favored by -4 in this non-conference showdown. The game’s over/under is currently at 134.5 points.
EASTERN MICHIGAN EAGLES VS HOUSTON CHRISTIAN HUSKIES BETTING PICK
The Pick: Houston Christian Huskies +4
This game will be played at Sharp Gymnasium at 8:00 ET on Monday, November 25th.
WHY BET THE HOUSTON CHRISTIAN HUSKIES:
- We have this one finishing with a projected score of 76-71 in favor of the Huskies.
- Not only will Houston Christian pick up the win, but look for them to cover at +4.
- The over/under is currently sitting at 134.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 147 points.
Will Eastern Michigan Live Up to Expectations on the Road?
Eastern Michigan pulled off a 68-64 road win over Oakland on Thursday, November 21st. The Eagles, who were +7 point underdogs, not only won but also covered the spread. The game’s total points of 132 fell just under the O/U line of 134.5.
After trailing 36-28 at halftime, Eastern Michigan turned things around by scoring 40 points in the 2nd half while holding Oakland to 28 points.
Eastern Michigan managed just 68 points in their last game, shooting 38.3% from the field. Their effective field goal percentage was 46.7%, with two-point shooting at 38.9% and three-point shooting at 37.5% (9/24). They were strong from the free-throw line, hitting 81.2% (13/16).
Buru Naivalurua and Arne Osojnik each scored 16 points, with Naivalurua shooting 77.8% (7/9) and Osojnik hitting 4 threes at 44.4% from deep. DQ Cole contributed 12 points and grabbed 14 rebounds, despite going 0/5 from three-point range.
Eastern Michigan’s defense gave up 64 points, with the opposing team shooting 48% from the field on 23/47 shooting. Inside the arc, they allowed 20/29 shooting, a 69% success rate.
From three-point range, Eastern Michigan held the other team to 3/18 shooting, just 16%. They also sent them to the free-throw line 22 times, where they made 15, or 68%. Eastern Michigan allowed 6 offensive rebounds.
Are Houston Christian Ready for a Home Win?
Houston Christian Huskies Recent Game/Games
The Huskies fell to the Owls 61-58 on Friday, November 22nd, in a home game. Houston Christian was a +11.5 underdog going into the game but managed to cover the spread.
After a 29-29 tie at halftime, the Huskies were edged out in the 2nd half, allowing 32 points while scoring 29. The game’s total points of 119 fell short of the O/U line of 137.
In their latest game, the Huskies managed just 58 points, shooting 37.5% from the field. Their effective field goal percentage was 42.9%, hindered by a 20% performance from beyond the arc, hitting only 5 of 25 attempts.
Trae Broadnax led the way with 19 points, shooting 57.1% overall and hitting his only three-point attempt. He also contributed 6 rebounds and 4 assists. Denver Anglin added 15 points, connecting on 3 of 7 threes.
Houston Christian’s defense held their opponent to just 61 points on 37% shooting from the field. They gave up 16 two-point baskets on 31 attempts, a 51% shooting rate.
From beyond the arc, the Huskies limited their opponent to 5 made threes on 25 attempts, a 20% shooting performance. They also sent them to the free-throw line 20 times, where they made 14, shooting 70%. Houston Christian allowed 6 offensive rebounds.