Saint Peter’s Peacocks vs Iona Gaels NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 12/8/24
Don’t miss out on the NCAA showdown between the Peacocks and Gaels. The game is starting at 1:00 ET on ESPN+, and it’s hosted by the Gaels at Hynes Athletics Center in New Rochelle, NY. Get ready to place your bets! This Metro Atlantic Athletic conference matchup has an over/under of 131.5 points, and Iona is favored to win by -1 at home vs. Saint Peter’s.
SAINT PETER’S PEACOCKS VS IONA GAELS BETTING PICK
The Pick: Iona Gaels -1
This game will be played at Hynes Athletics Center at 1:00 ET on Sunday, December 8th.
WHY BET THE IONA GAELS:
- We have this one finishing with a projected score of 77-69 in favor of the Gaels.
- Not only will Iona pick up the win, but look for them to cover at -1.
- The over/under is currently sitting at 131.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 146 points.
Will the Peacocks Exceed Expectations on the Road?
Saint Peter’s Peacocks Recent Game/Games
The Peacocks dropped to 3-4 on the season after a 70-67 road loss to Manhattan on Friday. Saint Peter’s entered the game as -9.5 favorites but failed to cover the spread. The combined points of 137 narrowly exceeded the O/U line of 134.5.
Saint Peter’s led 38-35 at halftime but were outscored 35-29 in the second half. The Peacocks will need to regroup after this disappointing loss.
Saint Peter’s struggled offensively in their last game, shooting just 34.3% from the field, with an effective field goal percentage of 41.8%. They hit 37.5% of their threes, connecting on 9 of 24 attempts, while their two-point shooting was a dismal 32.6% (14/43). At the free-throw line, they made 12 of 20 attempts, good for 60%.
Armoni Zeigler led the Peacocks with 18 points and 8 rebounds, shooting 61.5% from the field and hitting his only three-point attempt. Fraser Roxburgh added 17 points and 5 rebounds, while Will Sydnor contributed 16 points and 7 boards, shooting 63.6% overall and 40% from deep. Marcus Randolph chipped in 13 points and 4 assists, despite shooting just 28.6% from the field.
Saint Peter’s Peacocks gave up 70 points in their last game, with the opposing team shooting 40% from the field, hitting 25 of 62 shots. Inside the arc, they were more effective, making 20 of 36 two-point attempts for 55%.
From three-point range, the Peacocks held their opponent to just 5 of 26 shooting, or 19%. They also sent the other team to the free-throw line 21 times, where they made 15, shooting 71%. Saint Peter’s allowed 13 offensive rebounds.
Will Iona Win at Home?
Iona Gaels Recent Game/Games
The Gaels dropped to 2-8 on the season after an 83-59 loss to Sacred Heart on Friday. Iona, who were -1.5 favorites going into the game, not only lost but also failed to cover the spread. The total points for the game ended at 142, just under the 142.5 O/U line.
Iona found themselves in a deep hole early, trailing 47-26 at halftime. While they scored 33 points in the second half, they allowed 36, failing to make any significant comeback.
Iona’s offense struggled in their last game, managing just 59 points on 36.7% shooting from the field. They hit only 3 of 14 three-point attempts, finishing at 21.4% from beyond the arc, with an effective field goal percentage of 40%.
Anquan Hill led the Gaels with 18 points, shooting 7 of 10 overall and 2 of 2 from three. Dejour Reaves added 17 points, while Amiri Stewart contributed 13 points and 7 assists.
Despite Iona’s defensive efforts, they gave up 83 points on 49% shooting from the field. Their opponents were particularly effective inside, hitting 54% of their two-point attempts (18/33).
From beyond the arc, Iona allowed 10 threes on 24 attempts, a 41% shooting clip. They also sent their opponents to the line 21 times, where they converted 17 free throws (81%). Iona gave up 10 offensive rebounds in the game.