Read on to get betting odds and analysis in our North Carolina Central vs Georgia State NCAA Basketball prediction and preview and see who we think will win and cover the spread in Atlanta.
North Carolina Central vs Georgia State Prediction
The Eagles and Panthers are set to face off at 7:00 ET on ESPN+. The Panthers will host the game at GSU Convocation Center in Atlanta, GA. This non-conference matchup has an over/under of 147 points, and Georgia State is favored by -5.5 vs. North Carolina Central.
North Carolina Central vs. Georgia State Matchup At A Glance
- Sport: NCAAB
- Teams: North Carolina Central Eagles at Georgia State Panthers
- Where: Atlanta at GSU Convocation Center
- Date: Friday, November 22nd
- Betting Odds GAST -5.5, NCC +174 | GAST -219 O/U 147
Eagles Preview: Can the Eagles Pull Off a Win at Atlanta?
North Carolina Central Eagles Recent Game/Games
North Carolina Central fell 77-75 to Winthrop on Sunday, November 17th. The Eagles were +10 point underdogs going into the game, but they kept it close and covered the spread.
After leading 40-39 at halftime, NCCU was outscored 38-35 in the second half. The total points for the game reached 152, going over the pre-game O/U line of 147.5.
Eagles Offense Breakdown
North Carolina Central's offense put up 75 points in their last game, shooting 44.8% from the field. Their effective field goal percentage was 55.2%, thanks in part to hitting 50% from beyond the arc, connecting on 11 of 22 attempts. They also shot 80% from the free-throw line, making 12 of 15.
Kelton Talford led the way with 22 points and 10 rebounds, shooting 61.5% from the field. Po'Boigh King added 18 points, hitting 5 of 8 from three-point range, while Nick Johnson contributed 17 points, shooting 71.4% overall and 66.7% from deep.
Eagles Team Defense
North Carolina Central allowed 77 points in their previous game, with the opposing team shooting 48% from the field on 26 of 54 attempts. Inside the arc, the Eagles gave up 20 two-point field goals on 33 tries, a 60% shooting rate.
From three-point range, the Eagles held the opposing team to 6 of 21 shooting, or 28%. At the free-throw line, the opposition made 19 of 26 attempts, hitting 73%. North Carolina Central also gave up 13 offensive rebounds.
Panthers Preview: Can the Panthers Grab a Win at Home?
Georgia State dropped to 0-2 this season after a 72-67 loss to Jacksonville State on Wednesday. The Panthers, who were +5.5 point underdogs, kept it close and covered the spread. The total points for the game were 139, just under the O/U line of 141.
Georgia State led 41-31 at halftime but struggled in the 2nd half, scoring only 26 points while allowing 41. They’ll need to address their 2nd-half issues to turn things around this season.
Panthers Offense Breakdown
Georgia State's offense struggled in their last game, shooting just 34.8% from the field and 35% on two-point attempts. They connected on 34.5% of their three-pointers, hitting 10 of 29 from deep. Their effective field goal percentage was 42%, and they made 9 of 14 free throws, shooting 64.3% from the line.
Jaron Pierre Jr. led the Panthers with 27 points, shooting 44.4% overall and 42.9% from three. He also added 5 assists. Mason Nicholson contributed 12 points and pulled down 14 rebounds, shooting 66.7% from the field.
Panthers Team Defense
Georgia State’s defense gave up 72 points, with their opponents shooting 40% from the field. They allowed 19 two-point baskets on 38 attempts, a 50% success rate.
From beyond the arc, Georgia State held their opponents to 7 threes on 27 attempts, a 25% shooting performance. They also sent them to the line 17 times, where they made 13 free throws, shooting 76%.
Eagles vs Panthers Betting Odds, Trends & Analysis
- When looking at their past five road matchups, North Carolina Central has an ATS record of 3-1-1 while averaging 69 per game. The team went 1-4 overall in these games.
- Across their last three home contests, Georgia State has a 2-1 record vs the spread. Their overall mark in these games was 1-2, while averaging 67 points per game.
- Through their last five games as the betting underdog, the Eagles have a strong record vs the spread going 3-1-1. Their straight up mark in these contests is 1-4.
- In their last ten games as the betting favorite, the Panthers have a straight up record of 7-3 and an ATS mark of 6-4.
North Carolina Central vs Georgia State Prediction & Free Pick
- KnupSports.com Free Betting Prediction: North Carolina Central +5.5 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.