Northern Kentucky Norse vs Robert Morris Colonials NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 12/29/24

Don’t miss out on the NCAA showdown between the Norse and Colonials. The game is starting at 2:00 ET on ESPN+, and it’s hosted by the Colonials at UPMC Events Center in Moon Township, PA. Get ready to place your bets! In this Horizon League matchup, Northern Kentucky is favored bt -1.5 vs. Robert Morris. The over/under for the game is 134.5 points.

NORTHERN KENTUCKY NORSE VS ROBERT MORRIS COLONIALS BETTING PICK

The Pick: Robert Morris Colonials +1.5

This game will be played at UPMC Events Center at 2:00 ET on Sunday, December 29th.

WHY BET THE ROBERT MORRIS COLONIALS:

• We have this one finishing with a projected score of 76-70 in favor of the Colonials.
• Not only will Robert Morris pick up the win, but look for them to cover at +1.5.
• The over/under is currently sitting at 134.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 146 points.

Does Northern Kentucky Have a Shot at a Road Win?

Northern Kentucky improved to 5-6 on the season with a 58-47 win over South Carolina State on Saturday. The Norse, who were -7.5 favorites, covered the spread, while the game’s total points of 105 fell well short of the O/U line of 137.5.

After trailing 34-33 at halftime, Northern Kentucky’s defense clamped down in the second half, allowing just 13 points while scoring 25 to secure the win.

Northern Kentucky struggled offensively in their last game, shooting just 37.5% from the field and 28.6% from beyond the arc. Their effective field goal percentage was 42.9%, and they hit only 58.8% of their free throws.

Trey Robinson led the way with 20 points, shooting 8-for-12 from the field. Colin McKenzie added 13 points, hitting 3 of 5 from three-point range.

Northern Kentucky’s defense was dominant, holding their opponent to just 47 points on 37% shooting from the field. The Norse limited their opponent to 42% shooting on two-point attempts, with a 15/35 performance.

From beyond the arc, Northern Kentucky’s defense was effective, allowing just 6 threes on 21 attempts for a 28% shooting percentage. They also sent their opponent to the line 17 times, where they converted 10 free throws for 58%.

Can Robert Morris Pull Off a Home Win?

Robert Morris Colonials Recent Game/Games

Robert Morris improved to 7-5 on the season with a 90-77 home win over Saint Francis U on Saturday, December 21st. The Colonials entered the game as -7.5 favorites and covered the spread.

Robert Morris led 40-37 at halftime and pulled away by scoring 50 points in the 2nd half while allowing 40. The game’s total points of 167 exceeded the O/U line of 142.5.

Robert Morris put up 90 points in their last game, shooting 53.4% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 58.6%. They dominated inside, hitting 65.8% of their two-point attempts, while connecting on just 30% from beyond the arc.

Alvaro Folgueiras led the way with 27 points and 16 rebounds, shooting 64.3% overall. Riley Parker added 21 points, hitting all 5 of his three-point attempts, and Juan Cranford Jr. also knocked down 5 threes, finishing with 19 points on 77.8% shooting.

Robert Morris struggled defensively, allowing 77 points on 53% shooting from the field. The Colonials gave up 25 two-point baskets on 38 attempts, with their opponents shooting 65% inside the arc.

From three-point range, Robert Morris held their opponents to 6/20 shooting, or 30%. However, they sent them to the free-throw line 32 times, where they converted 22 free throws at a 68% rate. The Colonials also allowed 13 offensive rebounds.