Monmouth Hawks vs Lehigh Mountain Hawks NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 12/4/24
Making on a bet on this NCAA game featuring the Hawks versus the Mountain Hawks? Tip off is at at 7:00 ET, and you can watch it all unfold on ESPN+. The game will be played at Stabler Arena in Bethlehem, PA. The over/under for this game is set at 146 points, and Lehigh is favored by -1 against Monmouth in a non-conference matchup.
MONMOUTH HAWKS VS LEHIGH MOUNTAIN HAWKS BETTING PICK
The Pick: Lehigh Mountain Hawks -1
This game will be played at Stabler Arena at 7:00 ET on Wednesday, December 4th.
WHY BET THE LEHIGH MOUNTAIN HAWKS:
- We have this one finishing with a projected score of 76-71 in favor of the Mountain Hawks.
- Not only will Lehigh pick up the win, but look for them to cover at -1.
- The over/under is currently sitting at 146 points, and we like the over with a projected 147 points.
Can the Hawks Grab a Win in Bethlehem?
Monmouth Hawks Recent Game/Games
Monmouth picked up their first win of the season on Saturday, defeating Seton Hall 63-51 on the road. The Hawks, who are now 1-8, were +13 point underdogs going into the game and not only covered the spread but also got the win.
Monmouth led 29-27 at halftime and outscored Seton Hall 34-24 in the 2nd half. The combined points for the game were 114, which was under the O/U line of 128.5.
Monmouth’s offense was led by Abdi Bashir Jr., who scored 28 points, hitting 6 of 9 from three-point range and shooting 57.9% overall. Isaiah Coleman added 20 points, shooting 61.5% from the field and making 3 of 7 from deep.
The Hawks connected on 47.6% of their three-point attempts, going 10 for 21, and finished with an effective field goal percentage of 56%. They shot 46% overall, with a 44.8% mark on two-point shots, and added 8 offensive rebounds and 11 assists in the game.
Monmouth’s defense was strong, holding the opposing team to just 51 points on 35% shooting from the field. They limited two-point attempts to 14/32, or 43%.
From beyond the arc, Monmouth’s defense was even more effective, as the other team shot just 5/21, or 23%. They also struggled at the free-throw line, going 8/16, or 50%.
Can the Mountain Hawks Pull Out the Win as Home Favorites?
Lehigh Mountain Hawks Recent Game/Games
Lehigh picked up their first win of the season, moving to 1-5 after a 74-69 victory over Marist on Saturday. The Mountain Hawks were -1.5 favorites at home and covered the spread. The total points for the game were 143, surpassing the over/under line of 139.
Lehigh trailed 38-37 at halftime but tightened up defensively in the second half, allowing just 31 points while scoring 37 of their own to secure the win.
Lehigh’s offense put up 74 points in their last game, shooting 53.1% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 57.1%. They connected on 56.8% of their two-point attempts and 41.7% from beyond the arc, hitting 5 of 12 threes.
Jackson Price was a standout, hitting 4 of 6 threes and finishing with 14 points on 71.4% shooting. Bube Momah also added 15 points, while Keith Higgins Jr. contributed 12 points and 10 rebounds.
Lehigh’s defense struggled, giving up 69 points on 53% shooting from the field. They allowed 21 two-point baskets on 37 attempts, with the opponent hitting 56% of their shots inside the arc.
From three-point range, Lehigh’s opponent shot 41%, making 5 of 12 attempts. They also sent the other team to the free-throw line 25 times, where they converted 17 free throws for 68%.