Gardner-Webb Runnin’ Bulldogs vs Belmont Bruins NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 11/29/24
The Runnin’ Bulldogs and Bruins are set to face off at 5:00 ET on ESPN+. The Bruins will host the game at Curb Event Center in Nashville, TN. The over/under line for this matchup is currently at 151.5 points, and Belmont is favored by -6.5 at home against Gardner-Webb.
GARDNER-WEBB RUNNIN’ BULLDOGS VS BELMONT BRUINS BETTING PICK
The Pick: Gardner-Webb Runnin’ Bulldogs +6.5
This game will be played at Curb Event Center at 5:00 ET on Friday, November 29th.
WHY BET THE GARDNER-WEBB RUNNIN’ BULLDOGS:
- We have this one finishing with a projected score of 74-72 in favor of the Bruins.
- Even though we have Belmont winning straight-up, we like Gardner-Webb at +6.5.
- The over/under is currently sitting at 151.5 points, and we like the under with a projected 146 points.
Do the Runnin’ Bulldogs Stand a Chance on the Road?
Gardner-Webb Runnin’ Bulldogs Recent Game/Games
Gardner-Webb picked up a 79-64 road win over Bethune-Cookman on Wednesday, November 27th. The Bulldogs entered the game as -3.5 favorites and covered the spread with the victory. The total points for the game were 143, just over the 142.5 O/U line.
Gardner-Webb took control early, leading 43-28 at halftime. Both teams scored 36 points in the 2nd half, allowing the Bulldogs to maintain their lead and secure the win.
Gardner-Webb put up 79 points in their last game, shooting 45.2% from the field and 40.9% from three-point range. Their effective field goal percentage was 51.6%, and they hit 77.8% of their free throws, going 14-for-18 from the line.
Anthony Selden led the way with 29 points, shooting 55.6% overall and 66.7% from deep. Reggie Ward Jr. and Daniel Rouzan each added 14 points, with Ward grabbing 11 rebounds. The Runnin’ Bulldogs also got 12 points from Jamaine Mann and Shahar Lazar, who hit 3 threes at a 50% clip.
Gardner-Webb’s defense held their opponent to 64 points on 35% shooting from the field, including 42% from two-point range. They also limited their opponent’s three-point shooting to just 5 made threes on 22 attempts, a 22% success rate.
From the free-throw line, Gardner-Webb’s opponent shot 55%, making 11 of 20 attempts. The Runnin’ Bulldogs gave up 9 offensive rebounds in the game.
Can the Bruins Secure a Win at Home?
Belmont’s 89-66 win over Tulane on Wednesday was a statement game for the Bruins. Entering as +2 underdogs, they not only pulled off the upset but also covered the spread. The game’s total points of 155 went over the pre-game line of 153.5.
Belmont led 45-35 at halftime and continued their strong play in the 2nd half, outscoring Tulane 44-31.
Belmont’s offense was firing on all cylinders in their last game, putting up 89 points with a 48% shooting performance from the field. They connected on 21 three-pointers, shooting 42.9% from beyond the arc, contributing to an effective field goal percentage of 61.3%.
The Bruins dished out 30 assists, with Jonathan Pierre and Joshua Jean Pierre each handing out 6. Tyler Lundblade hit 5 threes, finishing with 17 points, while Aidan Noyes added 14 points, hitting 4 of 6 from deep.
Belmont’s defense gave up 66 points, allowing the opponent to shoot 48% from the field, with 36 made baskets on 75 attempts.
From three-point range, the opponent hit 21 of 49 shots, good for 42%. Belmont also sent them to the line 12 times, where they made 9 free throws, shooting 75%.