PRO Projections reveal a surprise college hoops edge Monday night.
In what promises to be an exciting clash, the Oral Roberts Golden Eagles will visit the Texas Tech Red Raiders on December 16, 2024, with the game tipping off at 8:00 p.m. ET in Lubbock, TX.
Both teams bring a blend of dynamic talent and strategic prowess to the court. Oral Roberts is led by head coach Russell Springmann and star players Issac McBride and Sam Alajiki, while Texas Tech, under the guidance of head coach Grant McCasland, relies heavily on stars JT Toppin and Darrion Williams, both integral to their offensive schemes.
This season, Texas Tech boasts a strong 7-2 record, whereas Oral Roberts has faced more challenges, holding a 3-7 record.
However, Texas Tech is a 4-5 record against the spread compared to Oral Roberts’ 2-5, suggesting the potential for an unpredictable outcome.
Here’s an Oral Roberts at Texas Tech prediction and pick for tonight’s college basketball battle, using Action PRO models.
Oral Roberts vs. Texas Tech Odds
- Oral Roberts at Texas Tech Spread: Oral Roberts: +27 (-108); Texas Tech: -27 (-112)
- Oral Roberts at Texas Tech Over/Under: Over: o148.5, -110; Under: u148.5, -110)
- Oral Roberts at Texas Tech Moneyline: Oral Roberts: +1700; Texas Tech: -4500
For the upcoming match, our PRO projections suggest that the best bet lies with the over of 148.5 total points.
Several factors contribute to this prediction. Our NCAAB power ratings have evaluated the total at 152.5, indicating a notable edge over the market line of 148.5.
Additionally, sharp action — indicating substantial professional backing — has been registered for the Over, with sportsbooks adjusting their lines accordingly. Moreover, sharp money favors the over, reinforcing the expectation of a high-scoring game, especially given Texas Tech’s offensive capabilities, with Toppin and Williams pivotal in their game plan.
Despite Texas Tech’s dominance in terms of both team record and moneyline odds, and considering the substantial spread favoring the Red Raiders, Oral Roberts will likely play aggressively, attempting to capitalize on any lapses in defense by the home team.
To further vindicate our PRO projections, we looked to KenPom, noticing that Texas Tech ranks in the top 10 in 3-point percentage, but 263rd in perimeter defense.
Oral Roberts beyond the arc is sub-optimal, but given Texas Tech’s struggles defending the long ball, this opens the door for more 3-point shots from the Golden Eagles.
This dynamic sets the stage for a potentially high-scoring game where the total could exceed projected expectations.
PRO Projections Pick: Over 148.5
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