Dec 29, 2024; Gainesville, Florida, USA; Florida Gators forward Thomas Haugh (10) shoots over Stetson Hatters forward Stefano Alesso (77) during the second half at Exactech Arena at the Stephen C. O'Connell Center. Mandatory Credit: Matt Pendleton-Imagn Images
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Stetson vs Western Carolina Prediction 11/16/2025 Today’s College Basketball Picks

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MATCHUP Stetson Hatters Western Carolina Catamounts
Team Records 1-2 1-2
Where Ramsey Center, Cullowhee, NC
When Sunday, November 16, 2025
Time 01:00 PM EST
TV ESPN+

In this article we will formulate a Stetson vs Western Carolina prediction for this College Basketball game on Sunday, November 16th at the Ramsey Center in Cullowhee, North Carolina. Let’s take a look at the prediction for this College Basketball matchup.

Stetson Hatters Betting Preview

The Stetson Hatters are 1-2 this season after they lost to Miami by a score of 102-61 in their last game. Stetson trailed 55-36 at halftime and only scored 25 points in the second half in the blowout loss. The Hatters shot 33% from the field, 28% on three pointers, and 58% on free throws in the game. Stetson was out rebounded by a total of 45-31, recorded 11 assists, and committed 17 turnovers in the game. Ethan Copeland led Stetson with 12 points and two assists, while JR Leonard added 11 points and two rebounds in the loss. 

Prior to that game, Stetson defeated a non-D1 team by a score of 106-77, but lost to Rhode Island by a score of 93-62 before that. The Hatters have scored 76.3 points per game with 37.3 rebounds and 16.3 assists per game, while they have allowed 90.7 points against per game this season. Jamie Phillips Jr is averaging 16.3 points and 5.3 rebounds per game, while Ethan Copeland is averaging 11.3 points and 2.0 assists per game for the Hatters. Stetson is shooting 41.9% from the field, 56.6% on free throws, and 34% on three pointers this season. 

Western Carolina Catamounts Betting Preview

The Western Carolina Catamounts are 1-2 this year after they defeated a non-D1 team by a score of 95-44 in their last game. Western Carolina led 43-15 at halftime and added 52 points in the second half for the blowout win. The Catamounts shot 52% from the field, 33% on three pointers, and 84% on free throws in the game. Western Carolina out rebounded their opponent by a total of 44-22, recorded 17 assists, and committed 11 turnovers in the win. Julien Soumaoro led Western Carolina with 15 points and four rebounds, while CJ Hyland added 14 points and three assists in the game. 

Prior to that game, Western Carolina lost to Duke by a score of 95-54 and Cincinnati by a score of 94-63. The Catamounts have scored 70.7 points per game with 41.0 rebounds and 12.7 assists per game, while they have allowed 77.7 points against per game this season. Cord Stansberry is averaging 15.0 points and 4.5 rebounds per game, while Julien Soumaoro is averaging 14.0 points and 3.7 rebounds per game for the Catamounts. Western Carolina is shooting 39.4% from the field, 68.2% on free throws, and 27.5% on three pointers this year. 

Why the Western Carolina Catamounts will win

  • Stetson has lost each of its last nine day games against non-Conference opponents.
  • Western Carolina has won four of its last five home games against non-Conference opponents.
  • Western Carolina has won the first half in each of its last four day games against non-Conference opponents at Liston B. Ramsey Regional Activity Center.

Why the Stetson Hatters will win

  • Western Carolina has lost seven of its last eight games.

Total Points Facts

  • Ten of Western Carolina’s last 11 games against non-Conference opponents at Liston B. Ramsey Regional Activity Center have produced a total of 151 or fewer points.
  • Each of Stetson’s last three games have produced a total of 155+ points.

Stetson vs Western Carolina Prediction 

Western Carolina comes into this matchup looking for their first D1 win of the season, but they allowed 95 and 94 points in their two losses. The Catamounts are shooting just 39% from the field, but will face a Stetson defense that has allowed 102 and 93 points in their first two losses. The Hatters are also looking for their first D-1 win of the season and they are shooting 42% from the field. I don’t trust either one of these teams, but I will side with the over, as both defenses have been awful.

David Racey's Pick: Over 153.5

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