UAPB Golden Lions vs Texas Tech Red Raiders NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 11/18/24
Don’t miss out on the NCAA showdown between the Golden Lions and Red Raiders. The game is starting at 8:00 ET on ESPN+, and it’s hosted by the Red Raiders at United Supermarkets Arena in Lubbock, TX. Get ready to place your bets! The over/under for this non-conference contest is set at 154.5 points, with Texas Tech being favored by -41 over UAPB.
UAPB GOLDEN LIONS VS TEXAS TECH RED RAIDERS BETTING PICK
The Pick: UAPB Golden Lions +41
This game will be played at United Supermarkets Arena at 8:00 ET on Monday, November 18th.
WHY BET THE UAPB GOLDEN LIONS:
- We have this one finishing with a projected score of 79-68 in favor of the Red Raiders.
- Even though we have Texas Tech winning straight-up, we like UAPB at +41.
- The over/under is currently sitting at 154.5 points, and we like the under with a projected 147 points.
Is a Road Win Possible for UAPB?
The Golden Lions’ season continued with a 92-64 loss to the Cardinals on Saturday. UAPB, who were +14.5 point underdogs going into the game, didn’t cover the spread. The total points for the game ended at 156, just under the O/U line of 159.
UAPB trailed 39-36 at halftime but struggled in the 2nd half, scoring only 28 points while allowing 53 points to the Cardinals.
In their last game, UAPB’s offense put up 64 points, shooting 42.9% from the field and 27.8% from three-point range. Their effective field goal percentage was 46.4%, and they connected on 73.3% of their free throws, going 11-for-15 from the line.
On the glass, they managed just 5 offensive rebounds and tallied 9 assists. Dylan Hayman hit 4 threes at a 66.7% clip, finishing with 18 points and 7 rebounds. Jalin Anderson contributed 13 points and dished out 10 assists.
UAPB’s defense struggled, giving up 92 points while allowing their opponent to shoot 55% from the field. The Golden Lions couldn’t contain the inside game, as they allowed 68% shooting on two-point attempts (24/35).
From beyond the arc, UAPB’s opponent hit 11 of 28 threes, good for 39%. The Golden Lions also sent them to the line 15 times, where they converted 11 free throws (73%). UAPB gave up 10 offensive rebounds in the game.
Can The Red Raiders Secure a Home Victory?
Texas Tech cruised to a 96-49 win over Wyoming on Wednesday, November 13th. The Red Raiders, who were -18.5 point favorites, covered the spread with ease. The total points for the game ended at 145, exactly matching the over/under line.
Texas Tech dominated from the start, leading 46-20 at halftime. They continued their strong play in the 2nd half, scoring 50 points while allowing just 29.
Texas Tech’s offense was firing on all cylinders in their last game, putting up 96 points with a field goal percentage of 63.9%. They were especially effective from beyond the arc, hitting 55.6% of their threes, and their effective field goal percentage was an impressive 72.1%.
JT Toppin led the way with 24 points and 12 rebounds, shooting 66.7% from the field. Chance McMillian was perfect from three, hitting all 4 of his attempts and finishing with 16 points on 6 of 7 shooting overall.
Despite Texas Tech’s defensive efforts, they allowed 49 points while their opponent shot 63% from the field, connecting on 39 of 61 attempts. The Red Raiders struggled to contain two-point shots, with their opponent making 29 of 43 for 67%.
From beyond the arc, Texas Tech’s defense gave up 10 threes on 18 attempts, a 55% shooting performance. Their opponent also went to the free-throw line 11 times, making 8 for 72%. Texas Tech allowed 11 offensive rebounds in the game.