Norfolk State Spartans vs Morgan State Bears NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 1/13/25
Looking to win big? The Spartans and Bears face off at 7:30 ET on ESPN+. The Bears are hosting the game at Hill Field House in Baltimore, MD. In this Mid-Eastern matchup, Norfolk State is favored bt -9.5 vs. Morgan State. The over/under for the game is 155.5 points.
NORFOLK STATE SPARTANS VS MORGAN STATE BEARS BETTING PICK
The Pick: Morgan State Bears +9.5
This game will be played at Hill Field House at 7:30 ET on Monday, January 13th.
WHY BET THE MORGAN STATE BEARS:
- We have this one finishing with a projected score of 77-69 in favor of the Bears.
- Not only will Morgan State pick up the win, but look for them to cover at +9.5.
- The over/under is currently sitting at 155.5 points, and we like the under with a projected 146 points.
Can the Spartans Pull Off a Road Win?
Norfolk State Spartans Recent Game/Games
Norfolk State improved to 10-7 on the season with a dominant 92-69 win over Coppin State on Saturday. The Spartans, who were -19 favorites, covered the spread in the home victory.
Norfolk State jumped out to a 53-32 lead at halftime and cruised in the second half, outscoring Coppin State 39-37. The game’s total points of 161 exceeded the O/U line of 135.5.
Norfolk State’s offense was firing on all cylinders in their last game, putting up 92 points while shooting 61.8% from the field. Their effective field goal percentage was an impressive 69.1%, thanks in part to their 76.5% shooting on two-point attempts.
Christian Ings hit 4 of 5 from deep, finishing with 21 points and 4 assists, while Brian Moore Jr. was perfect from the field, going 7 for 7, including 2 for 2 from three, and adding 19 points and 4 assists. The Spartans hit 8 threes as a team, shooting 38.1% from beyond the arc.
Norfolk State’s defense struggled in their last game, giving up 69 points while allowing the opposition to shoot 61% from the field. They were particularly vulnerable inside, where they allowed 76% shooting on two-point attempts (26/34).
From beyond the arc, Norfolk State’s opponents hit 8 of 21 threes, a 38% success rate. The Spartans also sent them to the line 21 times, where they converted 16 free throws (76%). Norfolk State did limit second-chance opportunities, giving up just 5 offensive rebounds.
Will the Bears Make it Happen at Home?
Morgan State Bears Recent Game
Morgan State fell to 3-12 on the season after a 100-95 loss to Howard on Saturday. The Bears, who were +9 point underdogs, managed to cover the spread. The game’s total points of 195 exceeded the O/U line of 161.5.
After trailing 50-33 at halftime, Morgan State put up 62 points in the 2nd half while allowing 50, but their comeback effort fell short.
Morgan State’s offense put up 95 points in their last game, shooting 48.6% from the field and 37.5% from three-point range. They were strong from the free-throw line, hitting 80.8% of their attempts.
Marcus Dockery led the way with 25 points, shooting 60% overall and from deep. Will Thomas and Kameron Hobbs each added 24 points, with Hobbs connecting on 4 of 9 threes.
Despite Morgan State’s defensive efforts, they couldn’t slow down their opponent, giving up 100 points on 60% shooting. The Bears allowed 35 made field goals on 58 attempts, including 26 two-pointers at a 56% clip.
From beyond the arc, Morgan State’s defense struggled, with their opponent hitting 75% of their threes, going 9/12. The Bears also sent them to the line 29 times, where they converted 21 free throws (72%).