Troy Trojans vs Miami (OH) RedHawks NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 2/8/25
Don’t miss out on the NCAA showdown between the Trojans and RedHawks. The game is starting at 1:00 ET on ESPN+, and it’s hosted by the RedHawks at Millett Hall in Oxford, OH. Get ready to place your bets! This non-conference matchup has an over/under of 138.5 points, and Miami (OH) is favored by -1.5 vs. Troy.
TROY TROJANS VS MIAMI (OH) REDHAWKS BETTING PICK
The Pick: Miami (OH) RedHawks -1.5
This game will be played at Millett Hall at 1:00 ET on Saturday, February 8th.
WHY BET THE MIAMI (OH) REDHAWKS:
- We have this one finishing with a projected score of 79-68 in favor of the RedHawks.
- Not only will Miami (OH) pick up the win, but look for them to cover at -1.5.
- The over/under is currently sitting at 138.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 147 points.
Taking a Look at the Trojans Chances on the Road
Troy Trojans Recent Game/Games
The Trojans dropped to 13-8 on the season after a 64-61 road loss to James Madison on Wednesday. Entering the game as +2 underdogs, Troy not only lost but also failed to cover the spread.
After trailing 32-28 at halftime, Troy edged the Dukes 33-32 in the second half but couldn’t complete the comeback. The game’s total points of 125 fell short of the 135.5 O/U line.
Troy’s offense managed just 61 points in their last game, shooting 42.1% from the field. Their effective field goal percentage was 47.4%, with a 51.4% success rate on two-point attempts. From beyond the arc, they hit only 27.3%, connecting on 6 of 22 attempts.
The Trojans struggled at the free-throw line, shooting 63.6%, and recorded just 6 assists. Tayton Conerway led the way with 18 points and 7 rebounds, while Bryce Lindsay added 14 points, hitting 4 of 7 from three-point range. Elijah Hutchins-Everett was perfect from the field, going 3 for 3, including 1 for 1 from deep.
Even with Troy’s defense giving up 64 points, they held their opponent to 43% shooting from the field. The Trojans allowed 13 two-point baskets on 26 attempts, a 50% conversion rate.
From beyond the arc, Troy’s defense conceded 8 threes on 22 attempts, with the opponent shooting 36%. They also sent the other team to the line 19 times, where they made 14 free throws, good for 73%.
Will the RedHawks Pull Through as the Favored Home Team?
Miami (OH) RedHawks Recent Game/Games
Miami (OH) improved to 15-5 on the season with a 76-70 road win over Central Michigan on Tuesday. Entering the game as +1.5 point underdogs, the RedHawks not only pulled off the win but also covered the spread.
Miami (OH) led 37-34 at halftime and outscored the Chippewas 39-36 in the 2nd half. The game’s total points of 146 went over the pre-game O/U line of 144.5.
Miami (OH) put up 76 points in their last game, shooting 49.1% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 58.2%. They hit 39.1% from three-point range, going 9-for-23, and connected on 56.2% of their two-point attempts. At the free-throw line, they shot 61.9%, making 13 of 21 attempts.
Peter Suder led the way with 21 points, shooting 70% from the field, while Damarion Bonds added 17 points, hitting 5 of 8 from beyond the arc. Luke Skaljac was perfect from three, going 3-for-3, and finished with 13 points on 5-for-6 shooting overall.
Despite giving up 70 points, Miami (OH) held their opponent to 42% shooting from the field, with 25 made baskets on 59 attempts. The RedHawks allowed 19 two-point field goals on 36 attempts, a 52% conversion rate.
From beyond the arc, Miami (OH) limited their opponent to 6 made threes on 23 attempts, a 26% shooting performance. The RedHawks also sent their opponent to the line 21 times, where they made 14 free throws, shooting 66%. Miami (OH) gave up 15 offensive rebounds in the game.