Hampton Pirates vs Boise State Broncos NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 11/24/24
Making on a bet on this NCAA game featuring the Pirates versus the Broncos? Tip off is at at 11:00 ET, and you can watch it all unfold on FloC. The game will be played at John Gray Gymnasium in George Town, Cayman Islands. The over/under for this game is set at 140.5 points, and Boise State is favored by -23.5 against Hampton in a non-conference matchup.
HAMPTON PIRATES VS BOISE STATE BRONCOS BETTING PICK
The Pick: Hampton Pirates +23.5
This game will be played at John Gray Gymnasium at 11:00 ET on Sunday, November 24th.
WHY BET THE HAMPTON PIRATES:
- We have this one finishing with a projected score of 76-71 in favor of the Broncos.
- Even though we have Boise State winning straight-up, we like Hampton at +23.5.
- The over/under is currently sitting at 140.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 147 points.
Will the Pirates Pull Through as the Away Underdog?
Hampton Pirates Recent Game/Games
Hampton picked up a 78-68 road win over UMBC on Tuesday, November 19th. The Pirates entered the game as +7 point underdogs but not only pulled off the upset, they also covered the spread.
Hampton led 40-36 at halftime and continued to control the game in the 2nd half, outscoring UMBC 38-32. The total points for the game ended at 146, just under the O/U line of 146.5.
Hampton’s offense was firing on all cylinders in their last game, shooting 50% from the field and 44.4% from three-point range, with an effective field goal percentage of 57.7%. They also hit 81.8% of their free throws, finishing with 78 points and 11 offensive rebounds.
George Beale Jr. led the way with 23 points, hitting 3 of 5 from deep, while Marcus Banks Jr. added 21 points, connecting on 5 of 10 three-point attempts. Noah Farrakhan and Josh Odunowo both shot 77.8% from the field, with Farrakhan going 3 for 3 from beyond the arc.
Hampton’s defense gave up 68 points in their last game, with opponents shooting 48% from the field. They allowed 18 two-point baskets on 31 attempts, a 58% shooting rate.
From beyond the arc, Hampton’s defense saw 8 threes go in on 23 attempts, a 34% success rate. They sent the other team to the line 12 times, where they hit 8 free throws, shooting 66%. Hampton also limited offensive rebounds, giving up just 5.
Can Boise State Grab a Win at Home?
Boise State Broncos Recent Game/Games
Boise State improved to 3-1 on the season with an 84-71 home win over Clemson on Sunday, November 17th. The Broncos entered the game as 4-point favorites and covered the spread with the victory. The total points for the game reached 155, surpassing the over/under line of 144.5.
After leading 36-35 at halftime, Boise State pulled away in the 2nd half, outscoring Clemson 48-36. The Broncos’ strong 2nd half performance was key to their win.
Boise State put up 84 points in their last game, shooting 45.5% from the field. They hit 58.1% of their two-point attempts, but struggled from beyond the arc, connecting on just 29.2% of their threes.
Chase Hunter led the way with 30 points and 6 assists, hitting 4 of 8 from deep. Tyson Degenhart added 20 points and 11 rebounds, shooting 70% overall. The Broncos were strong from the free-throw line, making 27 of 30 attempts (90%).
Boise State’s defense gave up 71 points, allowing the opponent to shoot 45% from the field on 25 of 55 attempts. Inside the arc, the Broncos struggled, with the other team hitting 58% of their two-point shots, going 18 for 31.
From three-point range, Boise State held the opponent to 29% shooting, with just 7 made threes on 24 attempts. However, the opposing team was efficient from the free-throw line, making 27 of 30 attempts, a 90% success rate. Boise State also gave up 11 offensive rebounds.