Indiana State (9-7) vs Belmont (11-5)
Game Info: Saturday, January 11, 2025 at 1:00 pm (Hulman Center)
Betting Odds: Indiana State -2.5 -- Over/Under: 170.5 Click Here for the Latest Odds
Where to Watch: ESPN+
In this article, we will formulate a Belmont vs Indiana State prediction for this College Basketball game on Saturday, January 11th at the Hulman Center in Terre Haute, Indiana. Let’s take a look at the prediction for this College Basketball matchup.
Belmont Bruins Betting Preview
The Belmont Bruins are 11-5 (3-2) this year after they defeated Southern Illinois by a score of 90-86 in their last game. Belmont led 43-31 at halftime, but they did allow 55 points in the second half in the win. The Bruins shot 53.3% from the field, 39.1% on three-pointers, and 85% on free throws in the game. Jonathan Pierre led Belmont with 21 points and five rebounds, while Brigham Rogers added 17 points and nine rebounds in the game.
Prior to that win, the Bruins defeated UIC by a score of 92-87 but did lose to Northern Iowa by a score of 76-70 before that. Belmont has lost three of their last five games, but they did win the four games prior to that. Belmont has scored 81.7 points per game and they have allowed 78.8 points per game, while also averaging 35.6 rebounds and 17.6 assists per game this season. Jonathan Pierre is averaging 14.2 points, 7.1 rebounds, and 3.7 assists per game, while Carter Whitt is averaging 12.5 points, 4.7 rebounds, and 4.9 assists per game this year. Belmont is shooting 47.6% from the field, 72.5% on free throws, and 37.8% on three-pointers this season.
Indiana State Sycamores Betting Preview
The Indiana State Sycamores are 9-7 (3-2) this season after they lost to Valparaiso in overtime by a score of 98-95 before that. Indiana State trailed 45-40 at halftime, but they were able to force overtime, before picking up the loss. The Sycamores shot 50% from the field, 29.2% on three-pointers, and 58.1% on free throws in the game. Samage Teel led Indiana State with 23 points and seven assists, while Jaden Daughtry added 16 points and seven rebounds in the loss.
Prior to that game, the Sycamores defeated Evansville by a score of 66-62 but did lose to Bradley by a score of 90-89 before that. Indiana State has lost three of their last four games, but they did win the previous five games. Indiana State has scored 84.1 points per game and they have allowed 78 points per game, while also averaging 37.7 rebounds and 16.5 assists per game this season. Samage Teel is averaging 17.4 points, 4.5 rebounds, and 4.7 assists per game, while Jaden Daughtry is averaging 13.2 points, 4.7 rebounds, and 0.9 steals per game this year. Indiana State is shooting 49% from the field, 74.8% on free throws, and 35.3% on three-pointers this season.
Why Indiana State will beat Belmont
- Indiana State has won each of its last eight Saturday day games at Hulman Center.
Total Points Facts
- Each of Indiana State's last 11 day games at Hulman Center has produced a total of 166 or fewer points.
- Nine of Belmont's last 10 day games against non-AP-ranked opponents have produced a total of 171 or fewer points.
Belmont vs Indiana State Prediction
Indiana State comes into this matchup after losing an overtime game to Valparaiso last time out, but they will be at home for this game. The Sycamores have lost three of their last four games and they have allowed 90+ points in all three of those losses. Indiana State is shooting 49% from the field and they are scoring 84.1 points per game, but the defense has been a problem. Belmont has won two games in a row, but they did lose their last two road games against Northern Iowa and Drake. The Bruins are also a very strong offensive team, but they are allowing nearly 79 points per game on defense. I do think we will see plenty of points in this game, but I have to side with Indiana State at home.
David’s Pick Indiana State ML
AUTHOR: David Racey
