Lindenwood Lions vs Valparaiso Beacons NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 11/21/24

The Lions and Beacons are set to face off at 8:00 ET on ESPN+. The Beacons will host the game at Athletics-Recreation Center in Valparaiso, IN. The odds for this non-conference game currently have Valparaiso as the -10.5 favorite, with the over/under line sitting at 144.5 points.

LINDENWOOD LIONS VS VALPARAISO BEACONS BETTING PICK

The Pick: Valparaiso Beacons -10.5

This game will be played at Athletics-Recreation Center at 8:00 ET on Thursday, November 21st.

WHY BET THE VALPARAISO BEACONS:

• We have this one finishing with a projected score of 86-63 in favor of the Beacons.
• Not only will Valparaiso pick up the win, but look for them to cover at -10.5.
• The over/under is currently sitting at 144.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 149 points.

Can Lindenwood Deliver Being Underdogs on the Road?

Lindenwood Lions Recent Game/Games

The Lions picked up a 75-74 win over the Skyhawks on Sunday, November 17th. Lindenwood was a +2 underdog going into the game but managed to cover the spread with the victory.

After trailing 36-35 at halftime, the Lions outscored Stonehill 40-38 in the 2nd half to secure the win. The total points for the game hit 149, going over the O/U line of 136.

Anias Futrell led the way for Lindenwood with 24 points and 11 rebounds, shooting 43.8% from the field and 42.9% from three-point range. Josh Morgan added 16 points, hitting 4 of 8 from beyond the arc, despite shooting just 28.6% overall.

Ethan Meuser was a standout, making 4 of 5 shots, including 4 of 5 from three-point range, and finishing with 13 points and 4 assists. Lindenwood shot 40.7% from the field, including 32% from three-point range, and connected on 79.2% of their free throws, with 15 offensive rebounds and 8 assists in the game.

Despite shooting 40% from the field, Lindenwood managed to put up 74 points in their last game. They hit 16 of their 34 two-point attempts, good for 47% shooting inside the arc.

From three-point range, the Lions shot 32%, connecting on 8 of 25 attempts. They also got to the free-throw line 24 times, making 19 of those for 79%. On the boards, they gave up 15 offensive rebounds.

Are Valparaiso Ready for a Home Win?

Valparaiso Beacons Recent Game/Games

Valparaiso fell to Cleveland State 75-67 on Tuesday, November 12th, in a home game where they were -3.5 favorites. The Beacons not only lost but also failed to cover the spread.

After leading 31-28 at halftime, Valparaiso allowed 47 points in the 2nd half while scoring 36. The game’s total points (142) came in under the O/U line of 149.

Valparaiso’s offense struggled from beyond the arc in their last game, hitting just 4 of 19 three-point attempts for a 21.1% shooting percentage. Overall, they shot 41.8% from the field, with an effective field goal percentage of 45.5%. Their two-point shooting was more effective, as they connected on 52.8% of their attempts inside the arc.

At the free-throw line, the Beacons were solid, making 19 of 24 attempts for a 79.2% shooting percentage. They also grabbed 12 offensive rebounds and dished out 8 assists. Devon Ellis, Dylan Arnett, and Tahj Staveskie each scored 19 points, with Arnett adding 14 rebounds and shooting 75% from the field.

Valparaiso’s defense gave up 75 points in their last game, with opponents shooting 41% from the field on 23 of 55 attempts. Inside the arc, they allowed 19 two-point baskets on 36 tries, a 52% conversion rate.

From three-point range, Valparaiso held their opponents to 4 of 19 shooting, just 21%. However, they sent them to the free-throw line 24 times, where they hit 19 for 79%. Valparaiso also gave up 12 offensive rebounds.