Read on to get betting odds and analysis in our Kent State vs Towson NCAA Basketball prediction and preview and see who we think will win and cover the spread in Lethbridge.
Kent State vs Towson Prediction
The Golden Flashes and Tigers are set to face off at 9:30 ET on ESPN+. The Tigers will host the game at VisitLethbridge.com Arena in Lethbridge, AB. In this non-conference matchup, Kent State is favored by -2 against Towson. The over/under for the game is 131 points.
Kent State vs. Towson Matchup At A Glance
- Sport: NCAAB
- Teams: Kent State Golden Flashes at Towson Tigers
- Where: Lethbridge at VisitLethbridge.com Arena
- Date: Thursday, November 28th
- Betting Odds KENTST -2, KENTST -126 | TOWS +103 O/U 131
Golden Flashes Preview: Is a Road Win Possible for Kent State?
Kent State Golden Flashes Recent Game/Games
Kent State picked up a 68-52 road win over Cleveland State on Saturday, November 23rd. The Golden Flashes entered the game as -2.5 favorites and covered the spread. The teams combined for 120 points, falling short of the 134-point over/under line.
Kent State led 36-29 at halftime and held Cleveland State to just 23 points in the 2nd half while scoring 32 of their own.
Golden Flashes Offense Breakdown
Kent State's offense put up 68 points in their last game, shooting 45.1% from the field. Their effective field goal percentage was 54.9%, thanks in part to hitting 50% from three-point range, going 11-for-22 from deep.
They also connected on 84.6% of their free throws, making 11-of-13 attempts. Four players scored 11 points each, including Anthony Morales, who hit 3-of-4 from beyond the arc and shot 66.7% overall.
Golden Flashes Team Defense
Kent State's defense was stellar, holding their opponent to just 52 points on 30% shooting from the field. They limited two-point attempts to 40% shooting, with the opposing team making 12 of 30 shots.
From beyond the arc, Kent State's defense was even more effective, allowing just 3 made threes on 20 attempts, a 15% shooting rate. They sent the opponent to the free-throw line 28 times, where they converted 19 free throws, shooting 67%.
Tigers Preview: Will Towson Make it Happen at Home?
Towson Tigers Recent Game/Games
The Tigers picked up a 64-60 road win over Morgan State on Sunday, November 24th. Towson was favored by 10 points going into the game but didn’t cover the spread. The combined points of 124 fell short of the O/U line of 143.5.
Towson led 35-26 at halftime but allowed 34 points in the 2nd half while scoring 29. Despite the win, the Tigers will likely focus on tightening up their defense moving forward.
Tigers Offense Breakdown
Towson's offense struggled in their last game, shooting just 35.6% from the field and 19% from three-point range, hitting only 4 of 21 attempts. Their effective field goal percentage was 39%, and they managed to score 64 points, with 16 offensive rebounds and 10 assists.
Nendah Tarke led the way with 24 points, shooting 46.7% overall and 33.3% from deep. Wynston Tabbs contributed 19 points, hitting 50% of his shots, though he missed all 3 of his three-point attempts. Kameron Hobbs added 13 points, connecting on 40% of his threes.
Tigers Team Defense
Despite Towson's defensive efforts, the Tigers couldn't keep their opponent from scoring 60 points. They allowed 39% shooting from the field, with 21 made baskets on 53 attempts.
From beyond the arc, Towson held their opponent to just 2 made threes on 12 attempts, a 16% shooting performance. The Tigers also sent their opponent to the free-throw line 23 times, where they converted 16 of those attempts, shooting 69%.
Golden Flashes vs Tigers Betting Odds, Trends & Analysis
- Across the Golden Flashes last ten road games, the team averaged 66 points per game while allowing 68. Their record vs the spread in these contests was 5-5, while going 4-6 straight-up.
- In their last ten games at home, the Tigers have a straight up record of 5-5 while going 6-4 vs the spread. The team's offense averaged 64 points per game in these contests.
- In their last five games as the betting underdog, the Tigers have a straight up record of 1-4 and an ATS mark of 3-2.
- Kent State has done well both straight up and vs the spread when favored to win the game, going 4-1 SU and 4-1 ATS in their last five games.
Kent State vs Towson Prediction & Free Pick
- KnupSports.com Free Betting Prediction: Towson +2 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.