Air Force Falcons vs LIU Sharks Matchup

Read on to get betting odds and analysis in our LIU vs Air Force NCAA Basketball prediction and preview and see who we think will win and cover the spread in Colorado Springs.

LIU vs Air Force Prediction

Don't miss out on the NCAA showdown between the Sharks and Falcons. The game is starting at 4:00 ET on MWN, and it's hosted by the Falcons at Clune Arena in Colorado Springs, CO. Get ready to place your bets! The over/under for this non-conference contest is set at 142.5 points, with Air Force being favored by -10.5 over LIU.

LIU vs. Air Force Matchup At A Glance

Sport: NCAAB
Teams: LIU Sharks at Air Force Falcons
Where: Colorado Springs at Clune Arena
Date: Monday, November 11th
Betting Odds AIRF -10.5, LIUB +408 | AIRF -576 O/U 142.5

Sharks Preview: Will the Sharks Win in Colorado Springs?

LIU Sharks Recent Game/Games

LIU faced a tough challenge on Monday, November 4th, as they went on the road to take on Ole Miss. The Sharks were heavy underdogs, entering the game at +29, and ended up losing 90-60.

After trailing 44-27 at halftime, LIU scored 33 points in the 2nd half but allowed 46. The total points for the game reached 150, just over the O/U line of 149.

Sharks Offense Breakdown

LIU's offense struggled in their last game, shooting just 34.5% from the field and 33.3% from three-point range. Their effective field goal percentage was 37.9%, and they managed only 6 assists and 8 offensive rebounds.

Jaylen Murray was a bright spot, scoring 24 points on 7/10 shooting, including 5/8 from beyond the arc. Brent Davis and Malachi Davis each added 19 points, with Malachi hitting 2 of his 3 three-point attempts.

Sharks Team Defense

Despite LIU's defensive struggles, they managed to put up 90 points in their last game. The Sharks shot 49% from the field, hitting 28 of their 57 attempts. From inside the arc, they connected on 19 of 35 shots, good for 54%.

LIU also found success from three-point range, making 9 of 22 attempts for 40%. They got to the free-throw line 32 times, converting 25 of those for a 78% mark. On the offensive glass, they secured 13 rebounds.

Falcons Preview: Is a Home Win Possible for Air Force?

Air Force opened their season with a 73-67 win over Jacksonville State on Thursday, November 7th. Playing at home, the Falcons entered as 2-point favorites and covered the spread. The game’s total points of 140 exceeded the pre-game over/under line of 133.

After trailing 30-22 at halftime, Air Force turned things around by scoring 51 points in the 2nd half while holding Jacksonville State to 37 points.

Falcons Offense Breakdown

Air Force put up 73 points in their last game, shooting 48.1% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 59.3%. They hit 12 threes at a 38.7% clip and were even better inside, shooting 60.9% on two-pointers.

Ethan Taylor led the way with 23 points, 10 rebounds, and 6 assists, hitting 4 threes. Jaron Pierre added 21 points, while Jeffrey Mills contributed 18 points, connecting on 4 of 7 from deep.

Falcons Team Defense

Air Force gave up 67 points in their last game, with opponents shooting 48% from the field. They allowed 60% shooting on two-pointers, with 14 makes on 23 attempts.

From beyond the arc, Air Force's defense saw 31 three-point attempts, with 12 finding the mark for a 38% success rate. They sent the opposing team to the free-throw line 16 times, where they hit 9 free throws, shooting 56%. Air Force also allowed 8 offensive rebounds.

Sharks vs Falcons Betting Odds, Trends & Analysis

Through their last three road contests, the Sharks offense has averaged 63 points per game while allowing an average of 80. LIU posted an overall record of 0-3 while going 1-1-1 ATS.
Through their last three home contests, the Falcons offense has averaged 59 points per game while allowing an average of 76. Air Force posted an overall record of 0-3 while going 1-2 ATS.
The last ten games that LIU was the underdog, they have an ATS mark of 6-3-1 while going 2-8 straight up.
The last three games that Air Force was favored, they have an ATS mark of 1-2 while going 1-2 straight up.