North Carolina Central Eagles vs Longwood Lancers NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 12/14/24

Making on a bet on this NCAA game featuring the Eagles versus the Lancers? Tip off is at at 2:00 ET, and you can watch it all unfold on ESPN+. The game will be played at Joan Perry Brock Center in Farmville, VA. The over/under line for this matchup is currently at 144.5 points, and Longwood is favored by -7.5 at home against North Carolina Central.

NORTH CAROLINA CENTRAL EAGLES VS LONGWOOD LANCERS BETTING PICK

The Pick: Longwood Lancers -7.5

This game will be played at Joan Perry Brock Center at 2:00 ET on Saturday, December 14th.

WHY BET THE LONGWOOD LANCERS:

• We have this one finishing with a projected score of 79-68 in favor of the Lancers.
• Not only will Longwood pick up the win, but look for them to cover at -7.5.
• The over/under is currently sitting at 144.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 147 points.

Can North Carolina Central Pull Off A Win at Joan Perry Brock Center?

North Carolina Central Eagles Recent Game/Games

The Eagles fell to 2-8 on the season after a 79-45 road loss to West Virginia on Tuesday. Entering the game as +23.5 point underdogs, NC Central not only lost but also failed to cover the spread.

NC Central trailed 36-18 at halftime and allowed 43 points in the 2nd half while scoring 27. The total points for the game ended at 124, falling short of the 141.5 O/U line.

North Carolina Central’s offense struggled in their last game, scoring just 45 points while shooting 33.3% from the field. Their effective field goal percentage was 35.4%, and they hit only 2 of 14 three-point attempts, shooting 14.3% from deep.

The Eagles also had a tough time at the free-throw line, making 11 of 19 attempts for 57.9%. They recorded 9 offensive rebounds and 6 assists in the game.

North Carolina Central’s defense gave up 79 points in their last game, with opponents shooting 41% from the field on 28/68 shooting. They allowed 44% shooting from two-point range, with the other team hitting 13 of 29 attempts.

From beyond the arc, the Eagles’ defense saw their opponents make 15 of 39 threes, good for 38%. They also sent the other team to the line 10 times, where they made 8 free throws, shooting 80%. Additionally, North Carolina Central gave up 19 offensive rebounds.

Will the Longwood Defense Show Up at Home?

Longwood Lancers Recent Game/Games

The Lancers improved to 6-2 on the season with an 80-76 win over Maryland Eastern Shore on Thursday. Despite being -21 favorites, Longwood didn’t cover the spread, as the game was closer than expected.

After trailing 40-39 at halftime, Longwood outscored the Hawks 41-36 in the second half to secure the win. The total points for the game reached 156, going over the pre-game O/U line of 145.

Longwood’s offense put up 80 points in their last game, shooting 43.5% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 49.3%. They connected on just 25.9% of their threes, hitting 7 of 27 attempts, while shooting 54.8% from inside the arc.

The Lancers grabbed 19 offensive rebounds and dished out 17 assists. Evan Johnson led the way with 23 points and 5 assists, hitting 4 threes at a 40% clip. Colby Garland added 22 points, shooting 85.7% from the field and 100% from three, while Michael Christmas contributed 19 points and 10 rebounds.

Longwood’s defense gave up 76 points, with the opposing team shooting 43% from the field. They allowed 23 two-point baskets on 42 attempts, a 54% success rate.

From beyond the arc, the opposition hit 7 of 27 threes, shooting 25%. They also went 13/21 from the free-throw line, a 61% performance. Longwood gave up 19 offensive rebounds.