McNeese State Cowboys vs Louisiana-Lafayette Ragin’ Cajuns NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 12/22/24
Making on a bet on this NCAA game featuring the Cowboys versus the Ragin’ Cajuns? Tip off is at at 3:00 ET, and you can watch it all unfold on ESPN+. The game will be played at Cajundome in Lafayette, LA. McNeese State is favored by -10.5 in this non-conference contest against Louisiana-Lafayette. The game’s over/under currently sits at 141.5 points.
MCNEESE STATE COWBOYS VS LOUISIANA-LAFAYETTE RAGIN’ CAJUNS BETTING PICK
The Pick: Louisiana-Lafayette Ragin’ Cajuns +10.5
This game will be played at Cajundome at 3:00 ET on Sunday, December 22nd.
WHY BET THE LOUISIANA-LAFAYETTE RAGIN’ CAJUNS:
- We have this one finishing with a projected score of 77-70 in favor of the Ragin’ Cajuns.
- Not only will Louisiana-Lafayette pick up the win, but look for them to cover at +10.5.
- The over/under is currently sitting at 141.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 147 points.
Does McNeese State Have What it Takes to Win as Road Favorites?
McNeese State Cowboys Recent Game/Games
McNeese State fell to 3-5 on the season after a 66-63 home loss to Mississippi State on Saturday, December 14th. The Cowboys were +9 point underdogs heading into the game but managed to keep it close, covering the spread. The total points for the game ended at 129, under the O/U line of 143.5.
The game was tied 29-29 at halftime, but McNeese State was outscored 37-34 in the 2nd half. Despite the loss, the Cowboys’ ability to keep the game close against a favored opponent is a positive takeaway.
In their last game, McNeese State put up 63 points, shooting 41.5% from the field. Their effective field goal percentage was 49.1%, with a 40.9% success rate from beyond the arc, hitting 9 of 22 threes.
At the free-throw line, they struggled, connecting on just 58.8% of their attempts. Joe Charles led the way with 19 points and 6 rebounds, while RJ Melendez and Sincere Parker each added 16 points.
McNeese State’s defense held their opponent to 66 points on 41% shooting from the field, with the Cowboys giving up 22 made field goals on 53 attempts. Inside the arc, they allowed 13 two-point baskets on 31 attempts, also at a 41% shooting rate.
From three-point range, McNeese State’s defense conceded 9 threes on 22 attempts, with their opponent shooting 40% from deep. The Cowboys sent their opponent to the free-throw line 17 times, where they made 10 free throws, shooting 58%. McNeese State gave up 11 offensive rebounds in the game.
Can the Ragin’ Cajuns Pull Out the Win as Home Underdogs?
Louisiana-Lafayette improved to 2-9 on the season with a 68-62 win over Appalachian State on Wednesday. The Ragin’ Cajuns were +2 underdogs but covered the spread with the victory.
Leading 35-21 at halftime, Louisiana-Lafayette allowed 41 points in the 2nd half while scoring 33. The combined points of 130 fell short of the 135.5 O/U line.
The Ragin’ Cajuns put up 68 points in their last game, shooting 41.8% from the field and 37.5% from beyond the arc, hitting 9 of 24 three-point attempts. Their effective field goal percentage was 50.9%, and they connected on 76.5% of their free throws, going 13 for 17 from the line.
Dior Conners and Michael Thomas both shot 60.0% from three, each hitting 3 of 5 attempts. Conners finished with 15 points, while Mostapha El Moutaouakkil also added 15, despite shooting just 4 of 13 from the field.
Despite a solid defensive effort, Louisiana-Lafayette allowed 62 points in their last game. The Ragin’ Cajuns held their opponent to 41% shooting from the field, with 23 made baskets on 55 attempts.
From beyond the arc, the opposing team hit 9 of 24 threes, shooting 37%. They also went to the free-throw line 17 times, making 13 for a 76% success rate. Louisiana-Lafayette gave up 9 offensive rebounds.