Nebraska Cornhuskers vs Murray State Racers NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 12/22/24
Making on a bet on this NCAA game featuring the Cornhuskers versus the Racers? Tip off is at at 9:00 ET, and you can watch it all unfold on ESPN. The game will be played at Stan Sheriff Center in Honolulu, HI. Nebraska comes into this non-conference matchup as the -9 point favorite. The over/under line currently sits at 144.5 points.
NEBRASKA CORNHUSKERS VS MURRAY STATE RACERS BETTING PICK
The Pick: Murray State Racers +9
This game will be played at Stan Sheriff Center at 9:00 ET on Sunday, December 22nd.
WHY BET THE MURRAY STATE RACERS:
- We have this one finishing with a projected score of 75-71 in favor of the Racers.
- Not only will Murray State pick up the win, but look for them to cover at +9.
- The over/under is currently sitting at 144.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 146 points.
Will the Cornhuskers Make it Happen in Honolulu?
Nebraska improved to 7-2 on the season with an 85-68 home win over Indiana on Friday, December 13th. The Cornhuskers, who were -4.5 favorites, covered the spread. The total points for the game were 153, just under the O/U line of 156.5.
Nebraska led 44-41 at halftime and clamped down defensively in the 2nd half, allowing just 27 points while scoring 41 of their own.
Nebraska’s offense was firing on all cylinders in their last game, putting up 85 points while shooting 61.2% from the field. Their effective field goal percentage was an impressive 69.4%, thanks in part to their 57.1% shooting from beyond the arc, hitting 8 of 14 attempts.
Brice Williams led the way with 30 points, shooting 66.7% overall and from three-point range. Myles Rice added 20 points, despite hitting just 1 of 4 from deep. Nebraska finished with 16 assists, with Williams contributing 5 dimes.
Despite Nebraska’s defensive struggles, they managed to hold their opponent to 68 points. The Cornhuskers allowed a 61% shooting performance, with 30 made field goals on 49 attempts.
From beyond the arc, Nebraska’s opponent shot 57%, hitting 8 of 14 threes. They also sent them to the free-throw line 26 times, where they made 17 free throws.
Will Murray State Come Through as Home Underdogs?
The Racers fell to 5-4 on the season after an 84-74 loss to Indiana State on Wednesday. Despite being -3 favorites, they not only lost but also failed to cover the spread. The total points for the game hit 158, surpassing the O/U line of 152.5.
Murray State found themselves in a deep hole early, trailing 41-26 at halftime. They picked up the pace offensively in the second half, scoring 48 points, but their defense allowed 43 points, preventing a comeback.
Murray State’s offense put up 74 points in their last game, shooting 41.4% from the field and 26.1% from beyond the arc. Their effective field goal percentage was 46.6%, and they hit 76.9% of their free throws, going 20-for-26 from the line.
Samage Teel led the way with 26 points, shooting 76.9% overall and 57.1% from three-point range. Kylen Milton added 18 points, while JaCobi Wood contributed 15 points and 4 assists.
Murray State’s defense struggled in their last game, giving up 84 points while allowing the opposing team to shoot 56% from the field. They were particularly vulnerable inside, where they allowed 64% shooting on two-point attempts.
From beyond the arc, the Racers gave up 9 threes on 45% shooting. They also sent the other team to the free-throw line 23 times, where they converted 17 attempts. Murray State allowed 8 offensive rebounds.