Georgia State Panthers vs Jacksonville State Gamecocks NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 11/13/24
Making on a bet on this NCAA game featuring the Panthers versus the Gamecocks? Tip off is at at 7:00 ET, and you can watch it all unfold on ESPN+. The game will be played at Pete Mathews Coliseum in Jacksonville, AL. The over/under for this game is set at 143 points, and Jacksonville State is favored by -5 against Georgia State in a non-conference matchup.
GEORGIA STATE PANTHERS VS JACKSONVILLE STATE GAMECOCKS BETTING PICK
The Pick: Jacksonville State Gamecocks -5
This game will be played at Pete Mathews Coliseum at 7:00 ET on Wednesday, November 13th.
WHY BET THE JACKSONVILLE STATE GAMECOCKS:
- We have this one finishing with a projected score of 79-69 in favor of the Gamecocks.
- Not only will Jacksonville State pick up the win, but look for them to cover at -5.
- The over/under is currently sitting at 143 points, and we like the over with a projected 148 points.
Can the Panthers Grab a Win on the Road?
Georgia State’s season opener didn’t go as planned, as they fell 101-66 to Mississippi State on Friday. The Panthers were +21.5 point underdogs heading into the game, and not only did they fail to cover the spread, but the total points also exceeded the O/U line of 148, with the teams combining for 167 points.
After trailing 47-25 at halftime, Georgia State managed to put up 41 points in the 2nd half. However, they couldn’t slow down the Bulldogs, who scored 54 points after the break.
Georgia State struggled offensively in their last game, shooting just 33.8% from the field and 27.8% from beyond the arc. Their effective field goal percentage was 36.9%, and they managed only 9 assists as a team.
Josh Hubbard and Toneari Lane each contributed 15 points, with Hubbard adding 6 rebounds and 6 assists. Riley Kugel was efficient, shooting 60% from the field and 50% from three-point range, finishing with 14 points in 20 minutes.
Georgia State’s defense struggled in their last game, giving up 101 points while allowing the opposition to shoot 58% from the field. The Panthers had a tough time defending inside, as the other team shot 72% on two-point attempts, making 32 of 44.
From beyond the arc, Georgia State’s opponents hit 10 threes on 28 attempts, a 35% shooting performance. The Panthers also sent them to the free-throw line 10 times, where they converted 7 shots. Georgia State gave up 12 offensive rebounds in the game.
Can the Gamecocks Offense Score Enough at Home?
Jacksonville State Gamecocks Recent Game/Games
The Gamecocks dropped their season opener on Thursday, falling 73-67 to Air Force. Heading into the game as +2 point underdogs, Jacksonville State not only lost but also failed to cover the spread. The total points for the game ended at 140, surpassing the pre-game O/U line of 133.
Jacksonville State looked strong early, taking a 30-22 lead into halftime. However, they struggled defensively in the second half, allowing 51 points while scoring 37.
In their last game, Jacksonville State put up 67 points, shooting 42.6% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 48.1%. They connected on 50% of their two-point attempts (17/34) and 30% from beyond the arc (6/20), while hitting 78.9% of their free throws (15/19).
The Gamecocks grabbed 12 offensive rebounds and dished out 9 assists. Ethan Taylor led the way with 23 points, 10 rebounds, and 6 assists, shooting 50% overall and 40% from three (4/10). Jaron Pierre Jr. added 21 points, hitting 3 of 7 from deep (42.9%), and Jeffrey Mills contributed 18 points, shooting 60% from the field and 57.1% from three (4/7).
Jacksonville State gave up 73 points, with their defense allowing the opposing team to shoot 48% from the field, connecting on 26 of 54 attempts. Inside the arc, the Gamecocks allowed 14 two-point baskets on 23 attempts, a 60% shooting rate.
From three-point range, the opposition hit 12 of 31 shots, shooting 38%. Jacksonville State also sent them to the free-throw line 16 times, where they made 9, shooting 56%. The Gamecocks gave up 8 offensive rebounds.