Mercer vs Chattanooga Prediction 3/8/25 College Basketball Picks

In this article, we will formulate a Mercer vs Chattanooga prediction for this College Basketball game on Saturday, March 8th at the Harrah’s Cherokee Center in Asheville, North Carolina. Let’s take a look at the prediction for this College Basketball matchup.

Mercer Bears Betting Preview

The Mercer Bears are 14-18 (6-12) this year after they defeated Western Carolina by a score of 67-66 in their last game. Mercer was tied at 29 at halftime and got a layup with four seconds left in the game for the win. The Bears shot 37.9% from the field, 10% on three-pointers, and 84% on free throws in the game. Alex Holt led Mercer with 24 points and six rebounds, while Ahmad Robinson added 23 points and nine rebounds in the game. 

Prior to that narrow victory, the Bears defeated Western Carolina again by a score of 81-69 but did lose to East Tennessee State by a score of 59-58 before that. Mercer has won three of their last five games and they finished third to last in the SoCon standings with a 6-12 record. Mercer has scored 76.9 points per game and they have allowed 75.6 points per game, while also averaging 39.4 rebounds and 13.5 assists per game this season. Ahmad Robinson is averaging 16.9 points, 4.7 rebounds, and 4.9 assists per game, while Tyler Johnson is averaging 16.1 points, 3.6 rebounds, and 1.5 assists per game this year. Mercer is shooting 43.8% from the field, 64.6% on free throws, and 32.8% on three-pointers this season. 

Chattanooga Mocs Betting Preview

The Chattanooga Mocs are 23-8 (15-3) this season after they defeated VMI by a score of 91-70 in their last game. Chattanooga led 44-32 at halftime and added 47 points in the second half for the easy win. The Mocs shot 60.4% from the field, 65.4% on three-pointers, and 76.9% on free throws in the game. Honor Huff led Chattanooga with 29 points and three rebounds, while Garrison Keeslar added 14 points and four assists in the game. 

Prior to that win, the Mocs defeated UNC Greensboro by a score of 75-63 and The Citadel by a score of 76-75. Chattanooga has won 11 games in a row and they finished first in the SoCon standings with a 15-3 record. Chattanooga has scored 79.0 points per game and they have allowed 72.1 points per game, while also averaging 33.1 rebounds and 17.2 assists per game this season. Honor Huff is averaging 14.7 points, 1.9 rebounds, and 2.3 assists per game, while Bash Wieland is averaging 14.0 points, 4.1 rebounds, and 1.6 assists per game this year. Chattanooga is shooting 48.2% from the field, 76.3% on free throws, and 36.2% on three-pointers this season. 

Why Chattanooga will beat Mercer

• Chattanooga has won each of its last 11 games against the Southern Conference.
• Mercer has lost six of its last eight day games.
• Mercer has lost the first half in three of its last four day games against non-AP-ranked opponents at a neutral venue.

Matchup/League Facts

• Chattanooga ranks 15th among Division 1 teams for true shooting percentage this season (60.2%).
• Chattanooga ranks 16th among Division 1 teams for effective field goal percentage this season (56.6%).
• Mercer ranks 15th among Division 1 teams for pace this season (72.0).
• Mercer ranks 22nd among Division 1 teams for rebounds per game this season (39.4).

Mercer vs Chattanooga Prediction 

These two teams come into this matchup on opposite ends of the SoCon standings, but it is a must-win to try and keep their seasons alive. Chattanooga has won 11 games in a row and they are shooting over 48% from the field this year. The Mocs are rolling on offense right now, as they have scored at least 76 points in four of their last five games. Mercer is shooting just 43.8% from the field this year and their defense has allowed 75.6 points per game. Mercer did beat Chattanooga in their first meeting by a score of 99-94, but the Mocs won the second game by a score of 93-84. We saw plenty of points in each of the first two games between these teams and I think we will see that trend continue here. Take the over. 

David Racey's Pick: Over