Georgia State Panthers vs Kennesaw State Owls Matchup

Read on to get betting odds and analysis in our Kennesaw State vs Georgia State NCAA Basketball prediction and preview and see who we think will win and cover the spread in Atlanta.

Kennesaw State vs Georgia State Prediction

Looking to win big? The Owls and Panthers face off at 7:00 ET on ESPN+. The Panthers are hosting the game at GSU Convocation Center in Atlanta, GA. The over/under for this game is set at 154.5 points, and Georgia State is favored by -1 against Kennesaw State in a non-conference matchup.

Kennesaw State vs. Georgia State Matchup At A Glance

  • Sport: NCAAB
  • Teams: Kennesaw State Owls at Georgia State Panthers
  • Where: Atlanta at GSU Convocation Center
  • Date: Friday, December 6th
  • Betting Odds GAST -1, KENEST -113 | GAST -109 O/U 154.5

Owls Preview: Does Kennesaw State Have What it Takes to Win as Road Underdogs?

Kennesaw State fell to 4-3 on the season after a 67-60 road loss to Kent State on Saturday. The Owls entered the game as +5.5 point underdogs and failed to cover the spread.

After trailing 35-29 at halftime, Kennesaw State scored 31 points in the 2nd half but allowed 32 points to Kent State. The game’s total points of 127 fell short of the 140.5 O/U line.

Owls Offense Breakdown

Kennesaw State struggled offensively in their last game, shooting just 32.1% from the field and 18.2% from three-point range. Their effective field goal percentage was 35.8%, but they excelled at the free-throw line, hitting 22 of 23 attempts for a 95.7% success rate.

Simeon Cottle led the Owls with 17 points and 4 assists, while VonCameron Davis added 16 points and 6 rebounds. Braedan Lue, Morgan Safford, Jalen Sullinger, and Marquis Barnett each contributed 13 points, with Sullinger and Barnett both hitting 2 threes despite shooting 28.6% from deep.

Owls Team Defense

Kennesaw State's defense was strong, giving up just 67 points while holding their opponent to 28% shooting from the field. They allowed 13 two-point baskets on 34 attempts, a 38% shooting rate.

From beyond the arc, Kennesaw State's defense limited their opponent to 5 three-pointers on 29 attempts, just 17% shooting. They sent the other team to the free-throw line 33 times, where they made 26, shooting 78%. Kennesaw State also gave up 20 offensive rebounds.

Panthers Preview: Can the Panthers Pull Out the Win as Home Favorites?

Georgia State Panthers Recent Game/Games

Georgia State fell to 3-4 on the season after a 105-76 loss to Kentucky on Friday. The Panthers were heavy underdogs, going into the game at +31.5, but managed to cover the spread.

Georgia State trailed 48-33 at halftime and allowed 57 points in the 2nd half while scoring 43. The total points for the game reached 181, surpassing the over/under line of 162.

Panthers Offense Breakdown

Georgia State's offense put up 76 points in their last game, shooting 46.4% from the field. Their effective field goal percentage was 57.1%, thanks in part to hitting 52.4% of their threes, going 11-for-21 from deep. They struggled inside, shooting just 42.9% on two-point attempts.

Cesare Edwards led the way with 21 points, hitting 3-for-3 from beyond the arc. Jaxson Robinson and Zarique Nutter each added 19 points, with Nutter shooting 58.3% overall. Lamont Butler contributed 17 points and 6 assists, shooting 70% from the field.

Panthers Team Defense

Georgia State's defense struggled in their last game, giving up 105 points on 59% shooting. They allowed 33 two-point baskets on 41 attempts, an 80% conversion rate.

From beyond the arc, their opponent hit 7 of 26 threes, shooting 26%. Georgia State also sent them to the line 22 times, where they made 18 free throws, an 81% clip.

Owls vs Panthers Betting Odds, Trends & Analysis

  • Although Kennesaw State has a straight up record of 1-4 in their last five road games, they have not held up as well vs the spread going 2-3. The team averaged 70 points per game in these games.
  • Although Georgia State has a straight up record of 2-8 in their last ten home games, they have not held up as well vs the spread going 5-5. The team averaged 70 points per game in these games.
  • Looking back on the team's last five games as the underdog, the Owls have a straight up record of 2-3. Their record vs the spread in these games was 3-2.
  • Through their last five games as the favorite, the Panthers have an ATS record of 3-2 and a straight up mark of 3-2.

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