Elon Phoenix vs Gardner-Webb Runnin’ Bulldogs NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 11/15/24

Planning on watching today’s Phoenix and Runnin’ Bulldogs game? Catch the action at Paul Porter Arena in Boiling Springs, NC, as the Runnin’ Bulldogs hosts this showdown at 7:00 ET on ESPN+. The over/under line for this matchup is currently at 149 points, and Gardner-Webb is favored by -4.5 at home against Elon.

ELON PHOENIX VS GARDNER-WEBB RUNNIN’ BULLDOGS BETTING PICK

The Pick: Gardner-Webb Runnin’ Bulldogs -4.5

This game will be played at Paul Porter Arena at 7:00 ET on Friday, November 15th.

WHY BET THE GARDNER-WEBB RUNNIN’ BULLDOGS:

• We have this one finishing with a projected score of 78-69 in favor of the Runnin’ Bulldogs.
• Not only will Gardner-Webb pick up the win, but look for them to cover at -4.5.
• The over/under is currently sitting at 149 points, and we like the under with a projected 147 points.

Is an Upset Waiting to Happen on the Road?

Elon Phoenix Recent Game/Games

Elon faced a tough challenge on Monday, November 4th, as they took on the Tar Heels in an away game. Despite being +28.5 point underdogs, the Phoenix managed to keep the game closer than expected, losing 90-76.

Elon trailed 51-39 at halftime but kept pace with UNC in the 2nd half, scoring 37 points while allowing 39. The game’s total points reached 166, surpassing the O/U line of 152.5.

Elon’s offense put up 76 points in their last game, shooting 41.7% from the field. They connected on 42.9% of their threes, hitting 12 of 28 attempts, and finished with an effective field goal percentage of 51.7%.

RJ Davis led the way with 24 points, 7 rebounds, and 7 assists, despite shooting just 36.8% overall and 27.3% from deep. Elliot Cadeau contributed 17 points and 8 assists, hitting 3 of 4 threes, while Nick Dorn also added 17 points, making 5 of 10 from beyond the arc.

Despite giving up 90 points, Elon’s defense held their opponent to 40% shooting from the field, as they made 32 of 80 attempts. Inside the arc, the Phoenix limited them to 39% shooting, with 19 makes on 48 two-point tries.

From three-point range, Elon’s opponent connected on 13 of 32 shots, good for 40%. They also went to the line 16 times, hitting 13 free throws for an 81% mark. Elon allowed 18 offensive rebounds in the game.

Can Gardner-Webb Live Up to the Hype at Home?

Gardner-Webb Runnin’ Bulldogs Recent Game/Games

Gardner-Webb faced a tough challenge on Monday, November 11th, as they went on the road to take on the Pittsburgh Panthers. Despite being +19.5 point underdogs, the Runnin’ Bulldogs managed to keep the game closer than expected, losing 83-64.

After falling behind 38-23 at halftime, Gardner-Webb put up a fight in the second half, scoring 41 points while allowing 45. The game’s total points of 147 fell just short of the 149-point O/U line.

Gardner-Webb’s offense struggled in their last game, shooting just 38.2% from the field and 37.5% on two-point attempts. They connected on 40% of their threes, hitting 8 of 20 from deep, and finished with an effective field goal percentage of 43.4%.

Ishmael Leggett led the way with 21 points, shooting 77.8% overall and 75% from three-point range. He also added 6 rebounds and 4 assists. The Runnin’ Bulldogs had just 9 assists as a team and shot 53.3% from the free-throw line, while grabbing 12 offensive rebounds.

Gardner-Webb’s defense struggled in their last game, giving up 83 points on 47% shooting from the field. They allowed the opposition to hit 61% of their two-point attempts, with 22 makes on 36 shots.

From beyond the arc, Gardner-Webb’s opponents shot 30%, connecting on 9 of 30 three-point attempts. They also sent the other team to the line 15 times, where they made 12 free throws, an 80% success rate. Gardner-Webb gave up 10 offensive rebounds in the game.