Monmouth (11-18) vs Elon (17-12)
February 27, 2025 at 07:00 PM EST
The Line: Betting Odds: Monmouth +1 — Over/Under: 141.5
In this article, we will formulate an Elon vs Monmouth prediction for this College Basketball game on Thursday, February 27th at the OceanFirst Bank Center in West Long Branch, New Jersey. Let’s take a look at the prediction for this College Basketball matchup.
Elon Phoenix Betting Preview
The Elon Phoenix are 17-12 (8-8) this year after they lost to William & Mary by a score of 79-70 in their last game. Elon trailed 46-31 at halftime, but they did score 39 points in the second half in the loss. The Phoenix shot 46% from the field, 26.3% on three-pointers, and 70.4% on free throws in the game. TK Simpkins led Elon with 30 points and three rebounds, while Sam Sherry added 19 points and eight rebounds in the loss.
Prior to that game, the Phoenix defeated Towson by a score of 69-63 and UNC Wilmington by a score of 81-70. Elon has lost four of their last six games and they are currently seventh in the CAA standings with an 8-8 record. Elon has scored 73.8 points per game and they have allowed 68.7 points per game, while also averaging 40.5 rebounds and 12.1 assists per game this season. TK Simpkins is averaging 15.8 points, 3.2 rebounds, and 2.4 assists per game, while TJ Simpkins is averaging 14.7 points, 3.9 rebounds, and 3.0 assists per game this year. Elon is shooting 43.9% from the field, 74.1% on free throws, and 32.2% on three-pointers this season.
Monmouth Hawks Betting Preview
The Monmouth Hawks are 11-18 (9-7) this season after they defeated Northeastern by a score of 78-73 in their last game. Monmouth led 39-33 at halftime, but they did score 40 points in the second half in the win. The Hawks shot 47.4% from the field, 47.6% on three-pointers, and 66.7% on free throws in the game. Abdi Bashir Jr. led Monmouth with 30 points and six rebounds, while Cornelius Robinson III added 18 points and eight rebounds in the game.
Prior to that victory, the Hawks defeated Hofstra by a score of 68-62 but did lose to Towson by a score of 80-54 before that. Monmouth has won three of their last four games and they are currently sixth in the CAA standings with a 9-7 record. Monmouth has scored 70.3 points per game and they have allowed 75.9 points per game, while also averaging 34.6 rebounds and 11.4 assists per game this season. Abdi Bashir Jr. is averaging 20.1 points, 2.7 rebounds, and 2.2 assists per game, while Madison Durr is averaging 13.1 points, 2.8 rebounds, and 3.1 assists per game this year. Monmouth is shooting 40.9% from the field, 74.6% on free throws, and 34.5% on three-pointers this season.
Why Monmouth will beat Elon
- Monmouth has won 12 of its last 13 night games at OceanFirst Bank Center against non-AP-ranked opponents.
- Elon has lost three of its last four road games against the Coastal Athletic Association.
- Elon has lost the first half in three of its last four road games against non-AP-ranked opponents.
Total Points Facts
- Six of Elon’s last eight road games have produced a total of 142+ points.
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Elon vs Monmouth Prediction
Monmouth comes into this matchup after winning three of their last four games and they will be at home for this game. The Hawks are only shooting 40.9% from the field this year and their defensive numbers for the season are not good, but they have been slightly better in recent games. Elon has won two of their last three games, but they are just 1-3 in their last four road games. The Phoenix are shooting 43.9% from the field this year and they already have an 83-71 win over Monmouth earlier this year. Monmouth really struggled in the non-conference portion of their schedule, but they are over .500 in conference play and I like them to get some revenge with a win over Elon here.