SMU Mustangs vs UNCG Spartans Matchup

Read on to get betting odds and analysis in our UNCG vs SMU NCAA Basketball prediction and preview and see who we think will win and cover the spread in Dallas.

UNCG vs SMU Prediction

Betting on today's Spartans and Mustangs game? Catch the action at Moody Coliseum in Dallas, TX, as the Mustangs hosts this showdown at 8:00 ET on ACC. The over/under for this non-conference contest is set at 150 points, with SMU being favored by -13.5 over UNCG.

UNCG vs. SMU Matchup At A Glance

Sport: NCAAB
Teams: UNCG Spartans at SMU Mustangs
Where: Dallas at Moody Coliseum
Date: Monday, November 11th
Betting Odds SMU -13.5, NCG +625 | SMU -966 O/U 150

Spartans Preview: Do the Spartans Have a Shot at a Road Win?

UNCG opened their season with a 73-64 win over Florida Gulf Coast on Monday. Playing at home, the Spartans were -5.5 point favorites and covered the spread. The total points for the game hit 137, just over the 135 O/U line.

UNCG took control early, leading 44-30 at halftime. However, they allowed FGCU to outscore them 34-29 in the 2nd half, making the game closer than it appeared at the break.

Spartans Offense Breakdown

UNCG's offense put up 73 points in their last game, shooting 36.1% from the field. They were more effective from beyond the arc, hitting 12 of 31 threes for a 38.7% rate, while struggling inside with just 33.3% shooting on two-point attempts.

At the free-throw line, the Spartans connected on 85%, making 17 of 20 attempts. Donovan Atwell and Kenyon Giles each scored 17 points, with Giles hitting 5 threes at a 45.5% clip. Keeshawn Kellman was efficient, shooting 75% overall and making his only three-point attempt.

Spartans Team Defense

UNCG's defense held their opponent to 64 points on 36% shooting from the field, including 33% from two-point range (10/30). However, they gave up 12 threes on 31 attempts, with the opposition shooting 38% from beyond the arc.

From the free-throw line, UNCG's opponent went 17/20, hitting 85% of their attempts. The Spartans also allowed 12 offensive rebounds in the game.

Mustangs Preview: Will the Mustangs Live Up to Expectations at Home?

SMU opened their season with a 102-73 win over Florida A&M on November 7th. The Mustangs were heavy favorites at -32 but didn’t cover the spread. The total points for the game reached 175, surpassing the O/U line of 150.

SMU dominated early, leading 51-29 at halftime. They scored another 51 points in the 2nd half but allowed 44 points, which may be a concern moving forward.

Mustangs Offense Breakdown

SMU's offense was firing on all cylinders, putting up 102 points with a 53% field goal percentage. They hit 41.7% from three, connecting on 10 of 24 attempts, and were efficient at the line, shooting 81.5% on 22 free throws.

Boopie Miller led the way with 20 points, 9 rebounds, and 9 assists, while Yohan Traore added 19 points and 10 boards. The Mustangs dished out 23 assists, with B.J. Edwards contributing 6 along with 13 points on 71.4% shooting.

Mustangs Team Defense

SMU's defense struggled in their last game, giving up 73 points while allowing the opponent to shoot 53% from the field. The Mustangs couldn't contain the inside game, as they allowed 59% shooting on two-point attempts.

From beyond the arc, the opponent hit 10 threes on 41% shooting. SMU also sent them to the free-throw line 27 times, where they converted 22 free throws at an 81% rate. The Mustangs gave up 12 offensive rebounds.

Spartans vs Mustangs Betting Odds, Trends & Analysis

Although UNCG has a straight up record of 1-2 in their last three road games, they have not held up as well vs the spread going 1-2. The team averaged 65 points per game in these games.
In their last three games at home, the Mustangs have a straight up record of 0-3 while going 0-3 vs. the spread. The team averaged 76 points per game in this stretch.
In their last five games as the betting underdog, the Spartans have a strong straight up record of 3-2. In addition, their ATS record was 3-2 in these scenarios.
Looking back on the team's last ten games as the favorite, the Mustangs have a straight up record of 7-3. Their record vs the spread in these games was 4-6.