Read on to get betting odds and analysis in our Chattanooga vs Southeast Missouri State NCAA Basketball prediction and preview and see who we think will win and cover the spread in Cape Girardeau.
Chattanooga vs Southeast Missouri State Prediction
Don't miss out on the NCAA showdown between the Mocs and Redhawks. The game is starting at 3:00 ET on ESPN+, and it's hosted by the Redhawks at Show Me Center in Cape Girardeau, MO. Get ready to place your bets! Chattanooga is the -7.5 point favorites in this non-conference matchup against Southeast Missouri State. The over/under for the game is set at 147.5 points.
Chattanooga vs. Southeast Missouri State Matchup At A Glance
- Sport: NCAAB
- Teams: Chattanooga Mocs at Southeast Missouri State Redhawks
- Where: Cape Girardeau at Show Me Center
- Date: Sunday, November 17th
- Betting Odds CHAT -7.5, CHAT -339 | SEMST +262 O/U 147.5
Mocs Preview: Can The Mocs Secure a Road Victory?
Chattanooga Mocs Recent Game/Games
Chattanooga improved to 3-0 on the season with a 76-62 home win over Morehead State on Thursday, November 14th. The Mocs, who were -11.5 point favorites, covered the spread with the victory.
After a 37-37 tie at halftime, Chattanooga's defense stepped up, holding Morehead State to just 25 points in the 2nd half while scoring 39 points themselves. The total points for the game ended at 138, falling short of the 143.5 O/U line.
Mocs Offense Breakdown
Chattanooga's offense put up 76 points in their last game, shooting 43.5% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 51.6%. They struggled from beyond the arc, hitting just 27.3% of their threes (9/33), but excelled inside, shooting 62.1% on two-point attempts (18/29). At the free-throw line, they connected on 86.7% of their attempts (13/15).
Bash Wieland led the way with 26 points, shooting 64.3% overall (9/14) and 50% from three (3/6). Honor Huff added 13 points and 8 assists, despite shooting just 20% from deep (2/10). Dieonte Miles contributed 13 points and 11 rebounds, shooting 55.6% from the field (5/9).
Mocs Team Defense
Chattanooga's defense gave up 62 points in their last game, with their opponents shooting 43% from the field, hitting 27 of 62 shots. Inside the arc, they were efficient, going 18/29 for 62%.
From three-point range, Chattanooga's defense held their opponents to 27%, as they made just 9 of 33 attempts. They also sent the other team to the line 15 times, where they converted 13 free throws, an 86% rate. Chattanooga allowed 8 offensive rebounds.
Redhawks Preview: Can The Redhawks Secure a Home Victory?
Southeast Missouri State’s season opener saw them fall 85-76 to Vanderbilt on Sunday. Despite being heavy +26.5 point underdogs, the Redhawks managed to keep the game closer than expected.
After trailing 40-38 at halftime, Southeast Missouri State scored 38 points in the 2nd half but allowed 45. The game’s total points of 161 went over the pre-game O/U line of 155.
Redhawks Offense Breakdown
Southeast Missouri State's offense put up 76 points in their last game, shooting 44.4% from the field. They connected on 48% of their threes, hitting 12 of 25 attempts, while their two-point shooting was just 42.1%. Their effective field goal percentage was 54%, and they managed only 4 offensive rebounds.
BJ Ward led the way with 22 points, hitting 6 of 7 threes, while adding 5 assists. Teddy Washington Jr. contributed 19 points, despite shooting 2 of 8 from deep. Devin McGlockton was a force on the boards, grabbing 19 rebounds to go along with 14 points.
Redhawks Team Defense
Even though Southeast Missouri State gave up 85 points, their defense did well from beyond the arc, holding the opposing team to just 3 three-pointers on 25 attempts, a 12% shooting performance.
However, the Redhawks struggled to contain the other team inside, allowing 22 two-point baskets on 40 attempts, a 55% shooting rate. They also sent the opponent to the free-throw line 41 times, where they converted 32 shots, a 78% success rate.
Mocs vs Redhawks Betting Odds, Trends & Analysis
- In their last ten games away from home, the Mocs have a straight up record of 5-5 while going 5-5 vs. the spread. The team averaged 74 points per game in this stretch.
- Across their last five home contests, Southeast Missouri State has a 3-2 record vs the spread. Their overall mark in these games was 1-4, while averaging 66 points per game.
- In their last five games as the betting underdog, the Redhawks have a straight up record of 1-4 and an ATS mark of 2-3.
- Going back to their last ten games as the favorite, the Mocs have a straight up record of 6-4. But, their mark vs the spread was just 5-5.
Chattanooga vs Southeast Missouri State Prediction & Free Pick
- KnupSports.com Free Betting Prediction: Southeast Missouri State +7.5 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.