Elon Phoenix vs Hampton Pirates Matchup

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

Hampton vs Elon Prediction

Making on a bet on this NCAA game featuring the Pirates versus the Phoenix? Tip off is at at 7:00 ET, and you can watch it all unfold on FloC. The game will be played at Schar Center in Elon, NC. This Coastal Athletic Association conference matchup has an over/under of 139.5 points, and Elon is favored to win by -8.5 at home vs. Hampton.

Hampton vs. Elon Matchup At A Glance

Sport: NCAAB
Teams: Hampton Pirates at Elon Phoenix
Where: Elon at Schar Center
Date: Saturday, January 4th
Betting Odds ELON -8.5, HAMP +281 | ELON -373 O/U 139.5

Pirates Preview: Do the Pirates Stand a Chance in Elon?

Hampton Pirates Recent Game/Games

The Pirates fell to 5-6 on the season after a 94-67 loss to Charleston on Thursday. Hampton was a +10.5 underdog going into the game, but they failed to cover the spread.

Hampton trailed 42-35 at halftime, but things got worse in the 2nd half as they were outscored 52-32. The game’s total points of 161 exceeded the O/U line of 146.5.

Pirates Offense Breakdown

Hampton's offense struggled in their last game, shooting just 35.9% from the field and 34.9% on two-point attempts. Their effective field goal percentage was 42.2%, and they hit 38.1% from beyond the arc, making 8 of 21 threes.

At the free-throw line, the Pirates connected on 59.1% of their attempts, going 13 for 22. They recorded 8 offensive rebounds and 14 assists in the game.

Pirates Team Defense

Hampton's defense struggled, giving up 94 points while allowing their opponent to shoot 49% from the field. The Pirates couldn't contain the three-point line, where they allowed 12 threes on 25 attempts, a 48% shooting performance.

They also sent their opponent to the free-throw line 40 times, where they converted 30 free throws at a 75% rate. Hampton gave up 8 offensive rebounds in the game.

Phoenix Preview: Will Elon Win at Home?

Elon Phoenix Recent Game/Games

The Phoenix improved to 8-4 on the season with a 75-67 win over North Carolina A&T on Thursday. Elon, who entered the game as -6.5 favorites, covered the spread with the victory.

Elon jumped out to a 45-34 lead at halftime, but the Aggies made things interesting by outscoring the Phoenix 33-30 in the second half. The game’s total points of 142 fell short of the 152.5 O/U line.

Phoenix Offense Breakdown

Elon's offense put up 75 points in their last game, shooting 39% from the field and 28% from beyond the arc. Their effective field goal percentage was 44.1%, and they hit 81.5% of their free throws, going 22-for-27 from the line.

On the boards, the Phoenix grabbed 19 offensive rebounds, with Nikolaos Chitikoudis pulling down 15 total rebounds. Landon Glasper led the way with 22 points, hitting 6 threes at a 42.9% clip, while TJ Simpkins added 19 points despite shooting just 28.6% from the field.

Phoenix Team Defense

Despite giving up 15 offensive rebounds, Elon held their opponent to 67 points on 35% shooting from the field. The Phoenix were particularly effective inside, limiting their opponent to 31% shooting on two-point attempts (12/38).

From beyond the arc, Elon allowed 11 threes on 26 attempts, a 42% success rate. Their opponent also went 10/16 from the free-throw line, shooting 62%.

Pirates vs Phoenix Betting Odds, Trends & Analysis

Across the Pirates last ten road games, the team averaged 64 points per game while allowing 75. Their record vs the spread in these contests was 6-4, while going 3-7 straight-up.
Through their last ten home games, Elon has an ATS record of just 7-3. However, their overall record was 4-6 while averaging 69 points per game.
In their last five games as the betting underdog, the Pirates have a straight up record of 2-3 and an ATS mark of 4-1.
Through their last five games as the favorite, the Phoenix have an ATS record of 5-0 and a straight up mark of 5-0.