Northeastern Huskies vs Bakersfield Roadrunners NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 11/24/24
Making on a bet on this NCAA game featuring the Huskies versus the Roadrunners? Tip off is at at 12:00 ET, and you can watch it all unfold on ESPN+. The game will be played at Alico Arena in Fort Myers, FL. Northeastern comes into this non-conference matchup as the -4.5 point favorite. The over/under line currently sits at 135 points.
NORTHEASTERN HUSKIES VS BAKERSFIELD ROADRUNNERS BETTING PICK
The Pick: Bakersfield Roadrunners +4.5
This game will be played at Alico Arena at 12:00 ET on Sunday, November 24th.
WHY BET THE BAKERSFIELD ROADRUNNERS:
- We have this one finishing with a projected score of 74-72 in favor of the Roadrunners.
- Not only will Bakersfield pick up the win, but look for them to cover at +4.5.
- The over/under is currently sitting at 135 points, and we like the over with a projected 146 points.
Are Northeastern Ready for a Road Win?
Northeastern Huskies Recent Game
The Huskies picked up a 59-55 road win over Florida Gulf Coast on Saturday, November 23rd. Entering the game as +2.5 point underdogs, Northeastern not only pulled off the upset but also covered the spread.
After trailing 27-26 at halftime, the Huskies outscored FGCU 33-28 in the second half. The game’s total points of 114 fell well below the O/U line of 135.
In their last game, Northeastern’s offense managed just 59 points, shooting 41.1% from the field and 35% from three-point range. Their effective field goal percentage was 46.4%, and they struggled at the free-throw line, hitting only 54.5% of their attempts.
Rashad King led the way with 19 points and 8 rebounds, shooting 61.5% overall and 60% from deep. Dallion Johnson added 18 points, hitting 4 of 10 from three, while Masai Troutman contributed 17 points in 22 minutes, shooting 60% from the field and 66.7% from beyond the arc.
Defensively, the Huskies were strong, holding their opponent to just 55 points on 33% shooting from the field. They limited two-point opportunities effectively, with the opposition making only 10 of 28 attempts for 35%.
From beyond the arc, the Huskies allowed 10 three-pointers on 31 attempts, a 32% shooting rate. They also sent their opponent to the free-throw line 9 times, where they converted 5, shooting 55%. Northeastern gave up 11 offensive rebounds.
Taking a Look at the Roadrunners Chances at Home
Bakersfield dropped a tight one at home on Saturday, falling 76-73 to FIU. The Roadrunners were +1.5 underdogs going into the game and didn’t cover the spread. The total points for the game hit 149, surpassing the O/U line of 141.5.
Bakersfield looked strong early, leading 38-26 at halftime. However, they struggled in the second half, scoring just 26 points while allowing FIU to put up 38 points after the break.
In their last game, the Roadrunners put up 73 points, shooting 45.7% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 52.2%. They connected on 54.5% of their threes (6/11) and were strong at the free-throw line, hitting 88.9% (16/18).
Jemel Jones led the way with 18 points, while Dashon Gittens and Jonathan Aybar each hit 2 threes at 50% shooting. Fidelis Okereke was efficient inside, going 5/6 from the field.
Despite Bakersfield’s defensive efforts, they gave up 76 points, with their opponents shooting 45% from the field. This included 42% shooting on two-point attempts, where they went 15/35.
From beyond the arc, Bakersfield allowed 6 threes on 11 attempts, a 54% shooting rate. They also sent their opponents to the line 18 times, where they converted 16 free throws, shooting 88%.