Middle Tennessee (14-6) vs New Mexico State (11-9)
January 30, 2025 at 07:30 PM EST
The Line: Betting Odds: Middle Tennessee -7 — Over/Under: 140.5
The New Mexico State Aggies and Middle Tennessee Blue Raiders meet Thursday in college basketball action at the Murphy Center. Here’s a New Mexico State vs Middle Tennessee Prediction. This article will include a New Mexico State vs Middle Tennessee Pick.
New Mexico State Aggies Betting Preview
The New Mexico State Aggies lost to Jacksonville State and Kennesaw State, and they play Western Kentucky, UTEP, and Liberty next. The New Mexico State Aggies are averaging 72.1 points on 42.8 percent shooting and allowing 67.2 points on 39.2 percent shooting. Christian Cook is averaging 14.9 points and 2.2 rebounds, while Peter Filipovity is averaging 11.7 points and 8.4 rebounds. Robert Carpenter is the third double-digit scorer and Zawdie Jackson is grabbing 2.3 rebounds. The New Mexico State Aggies are shooting 34.2 percent from beyond the arc and 67.2 percent from the free throw line. The New Mexico State Aggies are allowing 28.9 percent shooting from deep and are grabbing 35.9 rebounds per game.
Middle Tennessee Blue Raiders Betting Preview
The Middle Tennessee Blue Raiders beat Sam Houston, lost to LA Tech, and they play UTEP, Jacksonville State, and Kennesaw State next. The Middle Tennessee Blue Raiders are averaging 77.6 points on 46 percent shooting and allowing 70.8 points on 41.8 percent shooting. Jestin Porter is averaging 16.2 points and 2.6 rebounds, while Essam Mostafa is averaging 13.4 points and 8.9 rebounds. Camryn Weston is the third double-digit scorer and Jlynn Counter is grabbing 3.6 rebounds. The Middle Tennessee Blue Raiders are shooting 32.5 percent from beyond the arc and 67.5 percent from the free throw line. The Middle Tennessee Blue Raiders are allowing 28.2 percent shooting from deep and are grabbing 35.4 rebounds per game.
Why the Middle Tennessee Blue Raiders will win
- Middle Tennessee has won each of its last 10 night games at Charles M. Murphy Athletic Center against non-AP-ranked opponents.
- New Mexico State has lost each of its last three night games.
Why the New Mexico State Aggies will win
- New Mexico State has won the first half in seven of its last nine games.
Total Points Facts
- Each of New Mexico State’s last four night games against Conference opponents has produced a total of 128 or fewer points.
- Four of Middle Tennessee’s last five games have produced a total of 144+ points.
Matchup/League Facts
- New Mexico State ranks T27th among Division 1 teams for opponent field goals made per game this season (22.5).
- New Mexico State ranks T47th among Division 1 teams for opponent three-point field goals made per game this season (6.4).
New Mexico State vs Middle Tennessee Injury Report
New Mexico State doesn’t have a player listed on its injury report. Kamari Lands is questionable for Middle Tennessee with a lower-body injury.
New Mexico State vs Middle Tennessee Prediction
The New Mexico State Aggies are riding a three-game losing streak where the offense has taken a major step back. While averaging 72.1 points on the season, New Mexico State is averaging 58.3 points in its last three games. Keep in mind, New Mexico State was favored against Jacksonville State and Kennesaw State. The Middle Tennessee Blue Raiders are above average offensively, and they’re 8-1 SU at home. Middle Tennessee is also 11-5-2 ATS on the season. With a 68.7 percent cover percentage, the Middle Tennessee Blue Raiders are a top-20 cover team in college basketball. New Mexico State is heading in the wrong direction. I’ll lay the points with the Blue Raiders at home.