Mercer vs East Tennessee State Prediction 2/26/25 College Basketball Picks

In this article, we will formulate a Mercer vs East Tennessee State prediction for this College Basketball game on Wednesday, February 26th at Freedom Hall in Johnson City, Tennessee. Let’s take a look at the prediction for this College Basketball matchup.

Mercer Bears Betting Preview

The Mercer Bears are 12-17 (5-11) this year after they lost to UNC Greensboro by a score of 78-61 in their last game. Mercer led 29-26 at halftime, but they were outscored 52-32 in the second half for the loss. The Bears shot 33.3% from the field, 28.6% on three-pointers, and 52% on free throws in the game. Tyler Johnson led Mercer with 22 points and five rebounds, while Ahmad Robinson added 10 points and eight rebounds in the loss. 

Prior to that game, the Bears defeated The Citadel by a score of 62-52 but did lose to VMI by a score of 80-71 before that. Mercer has lost six of their last seven games and they are currently third to last in the SoCon standings with a 5-11 record. Mercer has scored 77.4 points per game and they have allowed 76.4 points per game, while also averaging 39.2 rebounds and 13.4 assists per game this season. Ahmad Robinson is averaging 16.6 points, 4.6 rebounds, and 5.0 assists per game, while Tyler Johnson is averaging 16.2 points, 3.5 rebounds, and 1.3 assists per game this year. Mercer is shooting 44.1% from the field, 64.2% on free throws, and 32.1% on three-pointers this season. 

East Tennessee State Buccaneers Betting Preview

The East Tennessee State Buccaneers are 17-12 (10-6) this season after they defeated Wofford by a score of 73-68 in their last game. East Tennessee State was tied at 26 at halftime, but they scored 47 points in the second half for the win. The Buccaneers shot 52.4% from the field, 50% on three-pointers, and 57.9% on free throws in the game. Quimari Peterson led East Tennessee State with 27 points and 10 rebounds, while Jaden Seymour added 16 points and two rebounds in the game. 

Prior to that win, the Buccaneers defeated UNC Greensboro by a score of 65-49 but did lose to Chattanooga by a score of 78-71 before that. East Tennessee State has won five of their last seven games and they are currently fourth in the SoCon standings with a 10-6 record. East Tennessee State has scored 72.4 points per game and they have allowed 66.6 points per game, while also averaging 37.5 rebounds and 12.8 assists per game this season. Quimari Peterson is averaging 19.4 points, 4.5 rebounds, and 3.8 assists per game, while Jaden Seymour is averaging 16.5 points, 6.6 rebounds, and 2.3 assists per game this year. East Tennessee State is shooting 43.2% from the field, 66.5% on free throws, and 34.5% on three-pointers this year. 

Why East Tennessee State will beat Mercer 

• East Tennessee State has won seven of its last eight night games at Freedom Hall Civic Center against non-AP-ranked opponents.
• Mercer has lost six of its last seven games against the Southern Conference.
• Mercer has lost the first half in five of its last six road night games against Conference opponents.

Total Points Facts

• Thirteen of East Tennessee State’s last 14 games have produced a total of 143 or fewer points.
• Four of Mercer’s last five road games have produced a total of 157+ points.

Mercer vs East Tennessee State Prediction 

East Tennessee State comes into this contest near the top of the SoCon standings and they will be at home for this game. The Buccaneers are shooting just 43.2% from the field this year, but they are one of the better defensive teams in the country. Mercer has lost six of their last seven games and they are 1-3 in their last four road games. The Bears are a decent offensive team, but their defense has allowed 77+ points in four of their last five games. Mercer did only lose by two points in the first meeting with ETSU, but they have had trouble keeping games close recently. Take ETSU to cover at home.