Read on to get betting odds and analysis in our NJIT vs Morgan State NCAA Basketball prediction and preview and see who we think will win and cover the spread in Baltimore.
NJIT vs Morgan State Prediction
Making on a bet on this NCAA game featuring the Highlanders versus the Bears? Tip off is at at 11:00 ET, and you can watch it all unfold on ESPN+. The game will be played at Hill Field House in Baltimore, MD. The over/under for this game is set at 145 points, and Morgan State is favored by -6.5 against NJIT in a non-conference matchup.
NJIT vs. Morgan State Matchup At A Glance
- Sport: NCAAB
- Teams: NJIT Highlanders at Morgan State Bears
- Where: Baltimore at Hill Field House
- Date: Saturday, November 16th
- Betting Odds MORGST -6.5, NJIT +210 | MORGST -260 O/U 145
Highlanders Preview: Will NJIT Pull Through as the Underdog Road Team?
NJIT fell to Loyola Maryland 68-50 at home on Tuesday, November 12th. The Highlanders, who were +3 underdogs, not only lost but also failed to cover the spread. The total points for the game were 118, falling short of the 138.5 O/U line.
After trailing 29-26 at halftime, NJIT struggled in the 2nd half, scoring just 24 points while allowing 39 to the Greyhounds.
Highlanders Offense Breakdown
NJIT struggled offensively in their last game, scoring just 50 points with a field goal percentage of 38.9% and an effective field goal percentage of 40.7%. Their three-point shooting was particularly poor, as they hit only 3 of 18 attempts for 16.7%, though they were more efficient inside the arc, shooting 50% on two-point attempts.
Tariq Francis led the way with 17 points, despite shooting 1 of 6 from deep. Jordan Stiemke contributed 15 points, connecting on 3 of 5 from three-point range, while Milos Ilic added 13 points and 5 rebounds. NJIT managed just 7 assists and 7 offensive rebounds in the game.
Highlanders Team Defense
Even with NJIT's defense giving up 68 points, they held their opponent to just 38% shooting from the field. The Highlanders allowed 18 two-point baskets on 36 attempts, a 50% conversion rate.
From beyond the arc, NJIT's defense was effective, limiting their opponent to 3 made threes on 18 attempts, just 16% shooting. They also sent the opposing team to the free-throw line 6 times, where they made 5 free throws.
Bears Preview: Is a Home Win Possible for Morgan State?
Morgan State Bears Recent Game/Games
The Bears took an 84-66 loss to Longwood on Saturday. Morgan State, who went into the game as +10 point underdogs, failed to cover the spread. The total points for the game were 150, just under the O/U line of 151.
After trailing 36-32 at halftime, the Bears struggled in the 2nd half, scoring 34 points while allowing 48.
Bears Offense Breakdown
Morgan State's offense put up 66 points in their last game, shooting 50% from the field. They were dominant inside, hitting 61.9% of their two-point attempts, but struggled from beyond the arc, making just 1 of 12 threes (8.3%).
At the free-throw line, the Bears connected on 55% of their attempts, going 11 for 20. Amahrie Simpkins was a standout, shooting 87.5% overall and adding 4 assists, while Michael Christmas led the team with 19 points.
Bears Team Defense
Despite Morgan State's defensive struggles, they managed to put up 84 points in their last game. The Bears shot 51% from the field, hitting 25 of their 49 attempts. They were particularly effective inside, converting 72% of their two-point shots, going 16/22.
From beyond the arc, Morgan State went 9/27, shooting 33% on three-pointers. They also made 25 of 33 free throws, good for 75%. On the offensive glass, they grabbed 7 rebounds.
Highlanders vs Bears Betting Odds, Trends & Analysis
- Across their three previous road games, NJIT has an ATS mark of 0-3. Their straight up record in these matchups was 0-3 while averaging 64 points per game.
- In their last three games at home, the Bears have a straight up record of 0-3 while going 1-2 vs. the spread. The team averaged 67 points per game in this stretch.
- Going back to their last five games as the underdog, the Highlanders have a straight up record of 0-5. But, their mark vs the spread was just 1-4.
- Looking back on the team's last three games as the favorite, the Bears have a straight up record of 1-2. Their record vs the spread in these games was 1-2.
NJIT vs Morgan State Prediction & Free Pick
- KnupSports.com Free Betting Prediction: NJIT +6.5 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.