Read on to get betting odds and analysis in our Southeast Missouri State vs Central Arkansas NCAA Basketball prediction and preview and see who we think will win and cover the spread in Conway.
Southeast Missouri State vs Central Arkansas Prediction
Looking to win big? The Redhawks and Bears face off at 7:30 ET on ESPN+. The Bears are hosting the game at Farris Center in Conway, AR. Southeast Missouri State is the -1.5 point favorites in this non-conference matchup against Central Arkansas. The over/under for the game is set at 149.5 points.
Southeast Missouri State vs. Central Arkansas Matchup At A Glance
- Sport: NCAAB
- Teams: Southeast Missouri State Redhawks at Central Arkansas Bears
- Where: Conway at Farris Center
- Date: Thursday, November 21st
- Betting Odds SEMST -1.5, SEMST -121 | CARK +100 O/U 149.5
Redhawks Preview: Can the Redhawks Offense Score Enough on the Road?
Southeast Missouri State Redhawks Recent Game
The Redhawks dropped to 1-2 on the season after an 87-82 loss to Chattanooga on Sunday. Despite being +8.5 point underdogs, they kept it close, losing by just five points at home.
After a 45-45 tie at halftime, Southeast Missouri State was outscored 42-37 in the second half. The game’s total points of 169 exceeded the O/U line of 146.5.
Redhawks Offense Breakdown
Southeast Missouri State put up 82 points in their last game, shooting 47.1% from the field. They were strong inside, hitting 61.4% of their two-point attempts, but struggled from beyond the arc, making just 23.1% of their threes.
Rob Martin led the way with 29 points, while Teddy Washington Jr. added 25 points and 10 rebounds. Noah Melson contributed 15 points, hitting 4 of 7 threes, and Sean Cusano was perfect from the field, going 5 for 5, including 2 for 2 from deep.
Redhawks Team Defense
Southeast Missouri State struggled defensively, giving up 87 points on 47% shooting. They allowed 61% shooting from inside the arc, with the opposing team hitting 27 of 44 two-point attempts.
From three-point range, Southeast Missouri State held the other team to 23% shooting, as they made just 6 of 26 attempts. The Redhawks also sent them to the line 17 times, where they converted 10 free throws.
Bears Preview: Can Central Arkansas Pull Off a Home Win?
Central Arkansas Bears Recent Game/Games
Central Arkansas fell to Western Illinois 63-61 on Saturday, November 16th. The Bears, who were +7.5 point underdogs, managed to cover the spread. The game’s total points of 124 fell short of the O/U line of 137.
Central Arkansas led 28-23 at halftime but allowed 40 points in the 2nd half while scoring 33. This defensive lapse in the 2nd half was a key factor in their narrow loss.
Bears Offense Breakdown
Central Arkansas put up 61 points in their last game, shooting 43.4% from the field and hitting 33.3% from beyond the arc. Their effective field goal percentage was 50.9%, and they were perfect from the free-throw line, going 7-for-7.
Layne Taylor led the Bears with 21 points, connecting on 5 of 13 threes, while Ryan Myers struggled, shooting 26.1% overall and 25.0% from deep. Sean Smith was efficient, hitting 6 of 9 shots, including 3 of 4 from three-point range.
Bears Team Defense
Central Arkansas held their opponent to 63 points, with a defensive effort that limited them to 38% shooting from the field (21/54). Inside the arc, the Bears allowed 13 made two-point shots on 25 attempts, a 52% conversion rate.
From three-point range, Central Arkansas gave up 8 threes on 29 attempts, holding their opponent to 27% shooting. The Bears also sent them to the free-throw line 20 times, where they made 13, shooting 65%. Central Arkansas allowed 9 offensive rebounds in the game.
Redhawks vs Bears Betting Odds, Trends & Analysis
- Although Southeast Missouri State has a straight up record of 1-9 in their last ten road games, they have not held up as well vs the spread going 4-6. The team averaged 62 points per game in these games.
- Across their ten previous home games, Central Arkansas has an ATS mark of 6-4. Their straight up record in these matchups was 2-8 while averaging 70 points per game.
- Looking back on the team's last three games as the underdog, the Bears have a straight up record of 0-3. Their record vs the spread in these games was 1-2.
- Through their previous five contests as the betting favorite, the Redhawks have a strong record of 3-2. Their record vs the spread in these matchups is 2-3.
Southeast Missouri State vs Central Arkansas Prediction & Free Pick
- KnupSports.com Free Betting Prediction: Central Arkansas +1.5 Be sure to check out our other NCAA Basketball betting previews for this week. KnupSports.com also updates their sports betting picks page daily with plays across all sports.