Northeastern Huskies (5-9) vs. Monmouth Hawks (8-6)
Northeastern Huskies vs. Monmouth Hawks 1/8/24 – As the NCAA Men’s Basketball season gets underway, fans are eagerly awaiting Monday, January 8, 2024’s showdown between Northeastern Huskies and Monmouth Hawks. Northeastern stands at 5-9 while Monmouth sits just one game ahead at 8-6; making this game surefire excitement! Set to take place at the Donald W. Reynolds Center from 7:00 PM ET until 9:00 PM ET (broadcast live by CBSSN), this matchup should please fans looking for free college basketball tips today – as both teams offer tremendous chances to analyze team strengths vs weaknesses vs potential game changers.
Northeastern Huskies, despite their less-than-impressive 5-9 record, have shown glimpses of brilliance this season. Their offensive strategy averaged 71.4 points per game while boasting impressive field goal and free throw percentages (46.5% and 74.1%, respectively). Defensive play could use some improvement; as seen from their recent form (wherein they won only one out of the last five games played). Improving defensive tactics could be crucial to turning their season around.
Monmouth Hawks currently hold an 8-6 record, and have shown more consistency this season with their performance than their opponents. Averaging 69.9 points per game with an outstanding 3-point field goal percentage of 37.2%, their defensive play has also been more robust than that of the Huskies; evidenced by their 5-1 road games record against the spread; their balanced approach towards both offense and defense make them formidable opponents for this matchup.
Northeastern Huskies vs. Monmouth Hawks 1/8/24 Game Info
| When: | Monday, January 8, 2024 at 7:00 PM ET |
| Where: | Donald W. Reynolds Center |
| TV: | CBSSN |
| Stream: | Sofascore |
Chris Doherty (Forward) vs. Xander Rice (Guard)
Chris Doherty is an integral piece in Northeastern Huskies lineup, contributing 12.6 points and 7.1 rebounds per game to make an impressionful statement about his value as an important scorer and rebounder for their lineup. Doherty excels at scoring inside the paint; evidenced by a 56.2% field goal percentage; however his low three-point shooting percentage (25% might make his moves easier to defend.)
Monmouth Hawks guard Xander Rice stands in stark contrast to Doherty with his impressive playmaking and scoring abilities, averaging 18.8 points per game on an average. Additionally, Rice contributes significantly by providing 3.6 assists and 1.3 steals on top of that impressive free-throw percentage of 87.4% which makes him an invaluable asset in close games with high pressure situations; yet his overall field goal percentage of 35.4% indicates potential vulnerabilities when it comes to shot selection; something Northeastern defense would surely keep an eye out for.
Doherty and Rice will meet in an epic frontcourt vs. backcourt battle that promises to make an impactful difference in the game’s outcome. Doherty’s inside presence and rebounding ability will test Rice’s defensive skills around the rim while Rice’s agility, scoring from various spots on the floor, and ability to create plays may prove challenging to Doherty’s defensive acumen. Their abilities to exploit each other’s weaknesses could provide crucial momentum shifts for one team over the other.
NCAAB Odds/Point Spread: TBD, Total Odds: TBD
Betting odds for this match-up remain unknown, providing bettors with an intriguing opportunity to assess each team’s relative strengths and weaknesses through spread betting or money lines.
Northeastern Huskies Betting Trends
Recent form for Northeastern has been less than stellar; going 1-4 over their last 5 matches. Yet their 5-4-5 against-the-spread road record suggests they may prove competitive when playing away matches; bettors should keep this trend in mind when assessing Northeastern’s chances.
Monmouth Hawks Betting Trends
The Hawks have an impressive recent record, going 3-2 over their last 5 games while also posting impressive stats against the spread (4-1 in those same five), suggesting they often outshone expectations and should be taken into consideration when placing bets on close encounters.
Northeastern Huskies vs. Monmouth Hawks 1/8/24 Betting Picks
As per analysis and betting trends, this game appears to be closely contested. Northeastern’s ability to strengthen its defense against Monmouth’s balanced attack will be critical; additionally, their slightly improved overall performance gives Northeastern an edge.
Betting Picks in favor of Monmouth are generally safer due to their track record against the spread, though prop bets on individual player performances such as points scored by Rice may offer additional value. As per usual, total scoring could impact over/under totals; given both teams’ scoring abilities though, an over bet might be worthy of consideration. If looking for premium expert advice then watching line movement as the game approaches will be paramount.
Free Pick and Prediction: Northeastern Huskies 68, Monmouth Hawks 72