Georgia State Panthers vs Mercer Bears Matchup

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

Mercer vs Georgia State Prediction

Looking to win big? The Bears and Panthers face off at 2:00 ET on ESPN+. The Panthers are hosting the game at GSU Convocation Center in Atlanta, GA. This non-conference matchup has an over/under of 155.5 points, and Georgia State is favored by -1.5 vs. Mercer.

Mercer vs. Georgia State Matchup At A Glance

Sport: NCAAB
Teams: Mercer Bears at Georgia State Panthers
Where: Atlanta at GSU Convocation Center
Date: Saturday, December 28th
Betting Odds GAST -1.5, MERC +106 | GAST -128 O/U 155.5

Bears Preview: Can The Bears Secure a Win at Atlanta?

Mercer Bears Recent Game/Games

Mercer fell to 4-6 on the season after a 102-97 road loss to Winthrop on Saturday. The Bears were +8 underdogs but managed to cover the spread. The game’s total points of 199 far exceeded the pre-game O/U line of 160.5.

After trailing 44-36 at halftime, Mercer’s offense came alive in the 2nd half, scoring 61 points. However, they couldn’t contain Winthrop, who put up 58 points in the same period.

Bears Offense Breakdown

Mercer's offense was firing on all cylinders, putting up 97 points in their last game. They shot 47.2% from the field, with an effective field goal percentage of 55.6%. Their three-point shooting was particularly impressive, hitting 44% from beyond the arc (11/25).

Ahmad Robinson led the way with 27 points and 7 assists, while Nick Johnson and Kasen Harrison each added 22 points, shooting 63.6% from the field. Tyler Johnson knocked down 5 threes, shooting 55.6% from deep, and Bryce Baker was perfect from three, hitting 4/5 attempts.

Bears Team Defense

Mercer’s defense struggled in their last game, giving up 102 points on 54% shooting. They allowed 58% from two-point range, with the opposing team hitting 20 of their 34 attempts.

From beyond the arc, Mercer’s opponents shot 47%, connecting on 11 of 23 threes. The Bears also sent them to the line 48 times, where they made 29 free throws.

Panthers Preview: Can Georgia State Live Up to the Hype at Home?

Georgia State Panthers Recent Game/Games

Georgia State fell to 3-8 on the season after a 77-57 road loss to Troy on Saturday. Entering the game as +11.5 point underdogs, the Panthers not only lost but also failed to cover the spread.

Trailing 39-25 at halftime, Georgia State scored 32 points in the second half but allowed 38. The game’s total points of 134 fell short of the 147.5 O/U line.

Panthers Offense Breakdown

Georgia State struggled offensively in their last game, scoring just 57 points with a field goal percentage of 40.7%. Their effective field goal percentage was 46.3%, and they hit only 25% from beyond the arc, going 6-for-24. At the free-throw line, they connected on just 7 of 15 attempts, shooting 46.7%.

Myles Rigsby led the Panthers with 22 points, hitting 3 of 5 from three-point range and shooting 60% overall. Jelani Hamilton added 18 points, knocking down 5 of 11 threes, while Tayton Conerway contributed 13 points and 5 assists, shooting 71.4% from the field.

Panthers Team Defense

Georgia State's defense gave up 77 points, with the opposing team shooting 43% from the field. They allowed 19 two-point baskets on 36 attempts, which is a 52% shooting rate.

From beyond the arc, Georgia State's defense held the other team to 7 threes on 24 attempts, a 29% shooting rate. The opponents also went 18/25 from the free-throw line, hitting 72% of their foul shots. Georgia State gave up 17 offensive rebounds.

Bears vs Panthers Betting Odds, Trends & Analysis

In their last three road games, Mercer has averaged 84 points per game while allowing 86. The team's record in this stretch was 1-2 while going 2-1.
In their last three games at home, the Panthers have a straight up record of 0-3 while going 1-2 vs. the spread. The team averaged 64 points per game in this stretch.
Spanning across their last five games as the betting underdog, the Bears have gone 4-1 vs the spread. Their overall record in these games was 1-4.
Spanning across their last three games as the betting favorite, the Panthers have gone 0-3 vs the spread. Their overall record in these games was 0-3.