Longwood Lancers vs McNeese State Cowboys NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 11/24/24

Don’t miss out on the NCAA showdown between the Lancers and Cowboys. The game is starting at 5:30 ET on ESPN+, and it’s hosted by the Cowboys at Sports and Fitness Center in Saint Thomas, Virgin Islands. Get ready to place your bets! The over/under for this game is set at 139.5 points, and McNeese State is favored by -8 against Longwood in a non-conference matchup.

LONGWOOD LANCERS VS MCNEESE STATE COWBOYS BETTING PICK

The Pick: Longwood Lancers +8

This game will be played at Sports and Fitness Center at 5:30 ET on Sunday, November 24th.

WHY BET THE LONGWOOD LANCERS:

• We have this one finishing with a projected score of 74-73 in favor of the Cowboys.
• Even though we have McNeese State winning straight-up, we like Longwood at +8.
• The over/under is currently sitting at 139.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 147 points.

Does Longwood Have What it Takes on the Road?

Longwood Lancers Recent Game/Games

The Lancers picked up a significant 89-81 road win over UAB on Friday, November 22nd. Longwood entered the game as +7.5 point underdogs but not only pulled off the upset, they also covered the spread.

After a 43-43 tie at halftime, Longwood outscored UAB 46-38 in the 2nd half. The game’s total points reached 170, surpassing the O/U line of 147.5.

Longwood’s offense put up 89 points in their latest game, shooting 51.7% from the field and posting an effective field goal percentage of 55%. They were dominant inside, hitting 60% of their two-point attempts (27/45), while struggling from beyond the arc, connecting on just 26.7% of their threes (4/15). At the free-throw line, they were nearly automatic, making 23 of 26 attempts for an 88.5% success rate.

Yaxel Lendeborg led the way with 18 points and 10 rebounds, shooting 53.3% from the field. Ja’Borri McGhee added 16 points, hitting 77.8% of his shots and contributing 4 assists. Christian Coleman was also efficient, shooting 83.3% and scoring 14 points, while Kyrell Luc and Colby Garland each chipped in 14 and 12 points, respectively.

Longwood’s defense struggled in their last game, giving up 81 points while allowing the opposition to shoot 47% from the field. The Lancers had particular trouble defending inside, where they allowed 29 two-point baskets on 50 attempts, a 58% conversion rate.

From beyond the arc, Longwood held their opponent to just 3 made threes on 17 attempts, a 17% shooting performance. However, they sent the other team to the free-throw line 20 times, where they converted 14 free throws, shooting 70%. The Lancers also gave up 16 offensive rebounds.

Will McNeese State Pull Through as the Favored Home Team?

McNeese State Cowboys Recent Game/Games

McNeese State picked up a 76-68 win over Illinois State on Friday, November 22nd. The Cowboys were at home and entered the game as 10-point favorites.

McNeese State led 43-36 at halftime and edged the Redbirds 33-32 in the 2nd half. The total points for the game were 144, going over the 137.5-point line.

McNeese State put up 76 points in their last game, shooting 44.4% from the field and 40% from three-point range, hitting 8 of 20 attempts. Their effective field goal percentage was 51.9%, and they connected on 76.9% of their free throws, going 20 for 26 from the line.

Offensively, the Cowboys grabbed 11 offensive rebounds and dished out 10 assists. Javohn Garcia led the team with 16 points and 7 rebounds, while Ty Pence added 14 points, shooting 55.6% overall and 50% from beyond the arc.

McNeese State’s defense gave up 68 points in their last game, with opponents shooting 44% from the field, making 24 of 54 attempts. Inside the arc, they allowed 16 two-point baskets on 34 tries, a 47% shooting rate.

From three-point range, McNeese State’s opponents hit 8 of 20 shots, good for 40%. They also sent the other team to the free-throw line 26 times, where they converted 20 free throws, shooting 76%. McNeese State allowed 11 offensive rebounds.