Manhattan Jaspers vs Presbyterian Blue Hose Matchup

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

Manhattan vs Presbyterian Prediction

The Jaspers and Blue Hose are set to face off at 1:00 ET on ESPN+. The Blue Hose will host the game at Ross E. Templeton P.E. Center in Clinton, SC. The over/under for this game is set at 147.5 points, and Presbyterian is favored by -2.5 against Manhattan in a non-conference matchup.

Manhattan vs. Presbyterian Matchup At A Glance

Sport: NCAAB
Teams: Manhattan Jaspers at Presbyterian Blue Hose
Where: Clinton at Ross E. Templeton P.E. Center
Date: Saturday, December 21st
Betting Odds PRESB -2.5, MANH +121 | PRESB -149 O/U 147.5

Jaspers Preview: Is A Road Victory Likely for Underdog Manhattan?

Manhattan moved to 4-5 on the season with an 80-66 road win over Wagner on Wednesday, December 18th. The Jaspers entered the game as +1.5 underdogs but covered the spread with the victory.

After leading 30-29 at halftime, Manhattan scored 50 points in the 2nd half while holding Wagner to 37. The combined points of 146 exceeded the O/U line of 127.5.

Jaspers Offense Breakdown

Manhattan's offense was firing on all cylinders in their last game, putting up 80 points with a 52% shooting performance from the field. Their effective field goal percentage was an impressive 64%, thanks in part to hitting 43.3% from three-point range, connecting on 13 of 30 attempts. Inside the arc, they were even more efficient, shooting 65% on two-point attempts.

The Jaspers also made the most of their opportunities at the free-throw line, hitting 15 of 19 for a 78.9% success rate. They dished out 18 assists as a team, with Wesley Robinson leading the way with 20 points and 6 rebounds, while Ja'Kair Sanchez added 16 points, shooting 53.8% from the field.

Jaspers Team Defense

Manhattan's defense held their opponent to 66 points on 36% shooting from the field. They limited two-point attempts to 12/31, a 38% shooting rate.

From beyond the arc, the opponent shot 34%, making 10 of 29 threes. Manhattan also sent them to the line 16 times, where they hit 75% of their free throws.

Blue Hose Preview: Can Presbyterian Live Up to the Hype at Home?

Presbyterian Blue Hose Recent Game/Games

Presbyterian’s season record dropped to 4-6 after a 94-75 road loss to Miami on Sunday. Entering the game as +18 point underdogs, the Blue Hose couldn’t cover the spread. The total points for the game were 169, surpassing the O/U line of 143.5.

Presbyterian trailed 49-33 at halftime but managed to score 42 points in the 2nd half, while allowing 45 points to Miami.

Blue Hose Offense Breakdown

In their last game, Presbyterian put up 75 points, shooting 46% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 54%. They hit 9 of 27 from beyond the arc, good for 33.3%, and connected on 8 of 12 free throws, shooting 66.7% from the line. The Blue Hose grabbed 9 offensive rebounds and dished out 11 assists.

Matthew Cleveland led the way with 24 points, hitting 9 of 12 shots, including 2 of 3 from deep. Brandon Johnson added 22 points on 9 of 11 shooting, and Lynn Kidd contributed 20 points, going 8 of 9 from the field and pulling down 11 rebounds with 6 assists.

Blue Hose Team Defense

Presbyterian's defense struggled in their last game, giving up 94 points on 67% shooting from the field. They allowed 28 two-point baskets on 38 attempts, a 73% conversion rate.

From beyond the arc, their opponent shot 50%, hitting 7 of 14 threes. Presbyterian also sent them to the line 22 times, where they made 17 free throws, a 77% clip.

Jaspers vs Blue Hose Betting Odds, Trends & Analysis

Across the Jaspers last ten road games, the team averaged 66 points per game while allowing 75. Their record vs the spread in these contests was 6-4, while going 2-8 straight-up.
Although Presbyterian has a straight up record of 2-8 in their last ten home games, they have not held up as well vs the spread going 6-4. The team averaged 69 points per game in these games.
Manhattan has done well both straight up and vs the spread as the underdog, going 3-2 SU and 3-2 ATS in their last five games.
Going back to their previous ten games as the favorite, Presbyterian has an ATS mark of 4-5-1 while going 6-4 straight up.