Lindenwood Lions vs UT Martin Skyhawks Matchup

Read on to get betting odds and analysis in our UT Martin vs Lindenwood NCAA Basketball prediction and preview and see who we think will win and cover the spread in Saint Charles.

UT Martin vs Lindenwood Prediction

Planning on watching today's Skyhawks and Lions game? Catch the action at Hyland Arena in Saint Charles, MO, as the Lions hosts this showdown at 4:30 ET on ESPN+. The over/under for this game is set at 137.5 points, and Lindenwood is favored by -1.5 vs. UT Martin in a Ohio Valley conference matchup.

UT Martin vs. Lindenwood Matchup At A Glance

Sport: NCAAB
Teams: UT Martin Skyhawks at Lindenwood Lions
Where: Saint Charles at Hyland Arena
Date: Saturday, January 11th
Betting Odds JAC -1.5, TMRT -105 | JAC -115 O/U 137.5

Skyhawks Preview: Are UT Martin Ready for a Road Win?

UT Martin Skyhawks Recent Game/Games

UT Martin improved to 4-9 on the season with an 85-83 win over Western Illinois on Thursday. The Skyhawks were +1 underdogs going into the game and covered the spread with the victory.

UT Martin led 45-42 at halftime and scored 29 points in the second half while allowing 32. The game’s total points reached 168, surpassing the over/under line of 134.5.

Skyhawks Offense Breakdown

UT Martin's offense put up 85 points in their last game, shooting 43.5% from the field and 36.4% from beyond the arc, connecting on 12 of 33 three-point attempts. Their effective field goal percentage was 53.2%, and they hit 79.2% of their free throws, making 19 of 24.

Tarence Guinyard led the way with 31 points, hitting 6 threes at 46.2% shooting from deep. Matija Zuzic was also effective from three, going 5 for 7. The Skyhawks grabbed 18 offensive rebounds and dished out 12 assists in the win.

Skyhawks Team Defense

UT Martin's defense struggled, giving up 83 points on 48% shooting. They allowed 61% shooting on two-point attempts, with the opposing team hitting 21 of 34 shots.

From beyond the arc, UT Martin held their opponent to 29% shooting, as they went 7/24. They also sent them to the line 26 times, where they made 20 free throws (76%).

Lions Preview: Will Lindenwood Come Through as Home Favorites?

Lindenwood Lions Recent Game/Games

The Lions improved to 4-9 on the season with a 72-62 win over Tennessee State on Thursday, January 9th. Playing at home, Lindenwood entered the game as 2-point favorites and covered the spread with the victory.

After trailing 34-29 at halftime, the Lions turned things around in the 2nd half, outscoring the Tigers 43-28. The game’s total points of 134 fell short of the 149.5 O/U line.

Lions Offense Breakdown

Lindenwood managed 72 points in their last game, shooting 38.7% from the field and 33.3% from beyond the arc. Their effective field goal percentage was 43.5%, with a two-point shooting percentage of 40.9%. At the free-throw line, they hit 66.7% of their attempts, going 18-for-27.

Anias Futrell led the way with 24 points and 10 rebounds, hitting 4 of 10 from three-point range. Brandon Weston, Josh Ogundele, and Travis Harper II each contributed 14 points, with Ogundele shooting 75% from the field. The Lions finished with 13 offensive rebounds and 9 assists as a team.

Lions Team Defense

Despite Lindenwood's defensive efforts, they still allowed 62 points in this game. The Lions gave up 38% shooting overall, with the opposing team hitting 24 of their 62 field goal attempts.

From two-point range, Lindenwood's defense held the other team to 40% shooting, as they made 18 of 44 shots. From beyond the arc, the opponents shot 33%, going 6 for 18. At the free-throw line, the other team went 18 for 27, shooting 66%. Lindenwood also gave up 13 offensive rebounds.

Skyhawks vs Lions Betting Odds, Trends & Analysis

When looking at their past three road matchups, UT Martin has an ATS record of 3-0 while averaging 77 per game. The team went 2-1 overall in these games.
Through their last five home contests, the Lions offense has averaged 59 points per game while allowing an average of 76. Lindenwood posted an overall record of 0-5 while going 1-4 ATS.
The Skyhawks have played well in their last three games as the betting underdog, going 2-1 straight up and 3-0 against the spread.
Through their last three games as the favorite, the Lions have an ATS record of 2-1 and a straight up mark of 2-1.