Read on to get betting odds and analysis in our Montana State vs Denver NCAA Basketball prediction and preview and see who we think will win and cover the spread in Denver.
Montana State vs Denver Prediction
Betting on today's Bobcats and Pioneers game? Catch the action at Hamilton Gymnasium in Denver, CO, as the Pioneers hosts this showdown at 4:00 ET on Summ. Montana State is favored by -4 in this non-conference showdown. The game's over/under is currently at 151.5 points.
Montana State vs. Denver Matchup At A Glance
- Sport: NCAAB
- Teams: Montana State Bobcats at Denver Pioneers
- Where: Denver at Hamilton Gymnasium
- Date: Sunday, November 17th
- Betting Odds MONST -4, MONST -167 | DEN +137 O/U 151.5
Bobcats Preview: Will the Bobcats Defense Show Up in Denver?
Montana State's season opener didn't go as planned, as they fell 89-69 to Wichita State on Saturday. The Bobcats were +10 point underdogs going into the game and failed to cover the spread.
After trailing 46-31 at halftime, Montana State put up 38 points in the 2nd half but allowed 43. The total points for the game ended at 158, surpassing the O/U line of 151.5.
Bobcats Offense Breakdown
Montana State struggled from the field in their last game, shooting just 37.3% overall and 27.9% from three-point range, connecting on 12 of 43 attempts. Their effective field goal percentage was 46.3%, and they managed 69 points in the contest.
Justin Hill led the way with 17 points and 5 assists, while Corey Washington and Harlond Beverly each added 14 points. Quincy Ballard and Brandon Walker contributed 13 points apiece, with Ballard shooting 83.3% from the field.
Bobcats Team Defense
Montana State's defense struggled in their last game, giving up 89 points on 52% shooting. They allowed 29 two-point baskets on 49 attempts, a 59% success rate for their opponent.
From beyond the arc, Montana State held their opponent to 3/12 shooting, or 25%. However, they sent them to the free-throw line 26 times, where they converted 22 free throws, an 84% rate.
Pioneers Preview: Will the Pioneers Secure A Victory as Home Underdogs?
Denver Pioneers Recent Game/Games
Denver dropped their latest game, a 74-65 loss to Colorado State on Tuesday. Despite being +22 point underdogs, the Pioneers kept it closer than expected.
Denver trailed 36-34 at halftime and were outscored 38-31 in the second half. The combined points of 139 fell short of the 153.5 O/U line.
Pioneers Offense Breakdown
Denver's offense struggled in their last game, shooting just 39.3% from the field and finishing with an effective field goal percentage of 45.9%. They hit 33.3% of their three-point attempts, going 8-for-24 from deep, and connected on 81.8% of their free throws, making 9 of 11.
Jalen Lake led the way with 19 points, shooting 70.0% overall and 50.0% from three-point range. Isaiah Addo-Ankrah added 16 points, hitting 4 threes at a 50.0% clip, while Jaylen Crocker-Johnson and Isaiah Carr were efficient inside, combining to shoot 12-for-15 from the field.
Pioneers Team Defense
Despite Denver's defensive efforts, they allowed 74 points on 45% shooting from the field. The Pioneers struggled to contain the opposing team's two-point shooting, giving up 64% on 20/31 attempts.
Denver did manage to limit damage from beyond the arc, holding the other team to 25% shooting on 7/28 from three-point range. However, they sent them to the line 15 times, where they converted 13 free throws at an 86% rate.
Bobcats vs Pioneers Betting Odds, Trends & Analysis
- When looking at their past three road matchups, Montana State has an ATS record of 2-1 while averaging 73 per game. The team went 1-2 overall in these games.
- When looking at their past five home matchups, Denver has an ATS record of 4-1 while averaging 64 per game. The team went 2-3 overall in these games.
- Through their last three games as the betting underdog, the Pioneers have a strong record vs the spread going 2-1. Their straight up mark in these contests is 0-3.
- Going back to their previous ten games as the favorite, Montana State has an ATS mark of 3-7 while going 5-5 straight up.
Montana State vs Denver Prediction & Free Pick
- KnupSports.com Free Betting Prediction: Denver +4 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.