UNC Asheville Bulldogs vs Tennessee State Tigers NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 12/1/24
Planning on watching today’s Bulldogs and Tigers game? Catch the action at Gentry Center in Nashville, TN, as the Tigers hosts this showdown at 2:00 ET on ESPN+. The over/under line for this matchup is currently at 152.5 points, and Tennessee State is favored by -1 at home against UNC Asheville.
UNC ASHEVILLE BULLDOGS VS TENNESSEE STATE TIGERS BETTING PICK
The Pick: Tennessee State Tigers -1
This game will be played at Gentry Center at 2:00 ET on Sunday, December 1st.
WHY BET THE TENNESSEE STATE TIGERS:
- We have this one finishing with a projected score of 75-71 in favor of the Tigers.
- Not only will Tennessee State pick up the win, but look for them to cover at -1.
- The over/under is currently sitting at 152.5 points, and we like the under with a projected 146 points.
Does UNC Asheville Have What it Takes to Win as Road Underdogs?
UNC Asheville Bulldogs Recent Game/Games
UNC Asheville fell 92-83 to Central Arkansas on Sunday, November 24th, in an away game. The Bulldogs, who entered as -7.5 favorites, not only lost but also failed to cover the spread.
After trailing 38-30 at halftime, Asheville outscored Central Arkansas 41-33 in the 2nd half but couldn’t complete the comeback. The game’s total points reached 175, surpassing the O/U line of 144.
UNC Asheville put up 83 points in their last game, shooting 42.3% from the field and 37.5% from three-point range, hitting 15 threes. Their effective field goal percentage was 53.5%, and they grabbed 16 offensive rebounds, with 17 assists as a team.
Fletcher Abee led the way with 27 points, making 9 threes on 19 attempts (47.4%). Elias Cato added 23 points and 9 rebounds, shooting 61.5% overall and 42.9% from deep. Layne Taylor and Brayden Fagbemi each contributed 19 points, with Taylor also dishing out 7 assists.
UNC Asheville’s defense struggled in their last game, giving up 92 points on 48% shooting from the field. They allowed their opponent to hit 64% of their two-point attempts, with 25 makes on 39 tries.
From beyond the arc, their opponent shot 25%, connecting on 7 of 27 three-point attempts. UNC Asheville also sent them to the free-throw line 28 times, where they made 21 free throws, shooting 75%. The Bulldogs gave up 11 offensive rebounds.
Will Tennessee State Come Through as Home Favorites?
Tennessee State fell to Bryant 97-85 on Tuesday, November 26th, in an away game. Entering as +8.5 point underdogs, the Tigers not only lost but also failed to cover the spread. The game’s total points reached 182, surpassing the O/U line of 159.5.
The Tigers trailed 46-40 at halftime and couldn’t close the gap in the 2nd half, scoring 45 points but allowing 51.
Tennessee State put up 85 points in their latest game, shooting 42.5% from the field. They struggled from beyond the arc, hitting just 21.1% of their threes, but managed 50% on two-point attempts. At the free-throw line, they connected on 73.1% of their shots.
Brandon Weston led the way with 24 points, while Rafael Pinzon added 22, hitting 4 of 5 from three. Connor Withers also made 4 threes, shooting 44.4% from deep. Keyshawn Mitchell grabbed 13 rebounds, and Barry Evans added 12 boards, shooting 60% from the field.
Tennessee State’s defense struggled in their last game, giving up 97 points on 52% shooting. They allowed 35 field goals on 67 attempts.
From beyond the arc, they allowed 14 threes on 26 attempts, a 53% shooting percentage. They also sent the opposing team to the line 18 times, where they made 13 free throws.