UL Monroe Warhawks (4-3) vs. Lamar Cardinals (4-5)
UL Monroe Warhawks vs. Lamar Cardinals 12/14/23 – As NCAA Men’s Basketball season winds down, December 14, 2023 will bring an intriguing battle between UL Monroe Warhawks and Lamar Cardinals that promises to be thrilling. Both teams come into this matchup with differing records; UL Monroe holds 4-3 while Lamar lags slightly behind with 4-4-5 record. Due to be broadcast live via ESPN+ from Montagne Center this game has attracted considerable fan and betting interest alike – making it one of the top free college basketball picks.
The UL Monroe Warhawks have put on an impressive performance this season, particularly considering their statistical profile. Averaging 73.1 points per game with a 44% field goal percentage and 29.5% 3-point shooting, they still manage to draw fouls and reach the free throw line (62.3% FT). Defensively they boast 41.3 rebounds per game as well as 9.1 steals, which demonstrate their ability to disrupt opponents’ plays while 13.6 turnovers indicate better ball control needs to be addressed.
Lamar Cardinals employ an aggressive offensive strategy, evidenced by their higher scoring average of 82.1 points per game. Their field goal percentage (43.7%) may not match up with that of UL Monroe (44.1%) but their 3-point shooting (39% vs 39%) far surpasses it. Their free throw percentage stands out at 73.73% which shows efficiency when capitalizing scoring opportunities; Lamar also average slightly less rebounds (39) per game than their counterpart but have comparable assist and block numbers indicating their balanced approach both offense and defense.
UL Monroe Warhawks vs. Lamar Cardinals 12/14/23 Game Info
| When: | Thursday, December 14, 2023, at 8:00 PM ET |
| Where: | Montagne Center |
| TV: | ESPN+ |
| Stream: | Sofascore |
Tyreke Locure (Guard) vs. Terry Anderson (Forward)
Tyreke Locure, the guard for UL Monroe, has been an instrumental contributor this season, averaging 10.6 points, 5.1 rebounds, and 3.1 assists per game. Defensively he stands out with an average of 1.6 steals per game as his field goal percentage (30.1%) and 3-point shooting (32.3%) can still improve; Locure’s ability to create plays while remaining defensively effective will be essential to their success.
Terry Anderson of Lamar University has had an outstanding season, averaging 11.8 points and 5.4 rebounds per game with 43.6% field goal and 76.9% free-throw percentages that demonstrate his effectiveness as a scorer and 2 steals and 0.7 blocks per game on defense – though some might worry about his sub-30% 3-point shooting rates (28.6%).
Locure and Anderson will meet head on in an important matchup that will pit Locure’s playmaking and defensive prowess against Anderson’s scoring and rebounding abilities, which could ultimately decide the game’s outcome, with each player’s strengths and weaknesses playing an essential part in shaping their teams’ strategies.
NCAAB Odds/Point Spread: TBD, Total Odds: TBD
Betting odds have yet to be released for this game, but trends and statistics provide some clues as to its outcome. Monroe may use their strong defense to offset Lamar’s offensive prowess – creating a game of different styles!
UL Monroe Betting Trends
UL Monroe’s betting trends indicate an uneven record. They have split their last five games both against and with the spread, yet have had better success when traveling (2-1 against). Furthermore, two out of their last five totals went over, suggesting higher-scoring games – especially at home settings.
Lamar Betting Trends
Lamar’s recent form mirrors that of UL Monroe, posting a 2-3 record both against the spread and overall. Their high-scoring offense has allowed for regular overs, and their road game performance (3-3 against the spread) indicates their stability away from home.
UL Monroe Warhawks vs. Lamar Cardinals 12/14/23 Betting Picks
Based on analysis and betting trends, this game appears set up for a close contest. UL Monroe’s strong defense could test Lamar’s high-scoring offense in an intriguing battle of offense versus defense; which team can establish their style of play more successfully will ultimately decide the victor.
Betting picks should reflect recent trends; Lamar may hold an advantage due to their offensive prowess if this game turns into a high-scoring one, making premium prop bets on key players like Locure and Anderson more intriguing than usual. Furthermore, over/under will likely play an integral role; Lamar has an established tendency towards high scoring contests so it might be wiser to pick an OVER bet than opt for under.
This predicted score reveals a close, competitive game, with Lamar’s offense narrowly outshout UL Monroe’s defense for victory. This matchup promises to be riveting for fans and bettors of college basketball alike!
Free Pick and Prediction: UL Monroe Warhawks 68, Lamar Cardinals 72