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Tennessee St. Tigers vs Western Kentucky Hilltoppers Betting Picks & Predictions

Game time: December 10, 2024 at 8:00 PM ET

Venue: E.A. Diddle Arena — Bowling Green, KY

Article updated Dec 9, 10:15 PM EST

Published by SportsJaw Editorial Team

On Tuesday night, the Tennessee State Tigers, with a record of 23-9, will face off against the Western Kentucky Hilltoppers, who are 5-3. The Tigers will be looking to end

Game outlook

On Tuesday night, the Tennessee State Tigers, with a record of 23-9, will face off against the Western Kentucky Hilltoppers, who are 5-3. The Tigers will be looking to end their three-game losing streak, while the Hilltoppers aim to continue their winning ways. The game, scheduled to start at 8 PM ET at E.A. Diddle Arena, will be a tough matchup for the Tigers as Western Kentucky holds a perfect 5-0 record against them. Despite opening as the favorite with a -15 point spread that has not moved, it remains to be seen which team will come out on top. To learn more about this matchup, check out the full Tennessee State Tigers vs. Western Kentucky Hilltoppers prediction.

Betting Odds

Moneyline: Tigers +100 | Hilltoppers +100

Spread: Tigers +15 (-110) | Hilltoppers -15 (-110)

Total: Over/Under 160 (-110)

Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that Western Kentucky will win straight-up is 50%.

Tennessee St. Tigers

The Tennessee State Tigers have struggled so far this season, entering this game on a three-game losing streak, including three road game losses. With an average of 83.7 points per game, they will look to end their losing streak with a win on Tuesday. Despite their offensive capabilities, the team has struggled defensively, giving up an average of 77.8 points per game. Leading scorer Antoine Lorick III contributed 19 points and 10 rebounds in their last game, but the team will need a better defensive performance to secure a victory. Tennessee State is currently ranked 40th in offense and 316th in defense, with a record of 3-6 for the season. For those looking to predict the outcome of the game, NCAAB Predictions may be a helpful tool.

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Western Kentucky Hilltoppers Analysis

The Western Kentucky Hilltoppers have shown strong offensive performance, averaging 80.3 points per game and shooting well in their recent games. Babacar Faye, Don McHenry, and Julius Thedford have been key players in their recent wins. However, the team has struggled defensively, giving up an average of 74.8 points per game. They will need to improve on their defensive efforts to secure a win in their upcoming game. With a power ranking of 130, the Hilltoppers are ranked #85 for offense and #293 for defense. They have a record of 5-3 (4-1-2 ATS) overall. The team's statistics show solid performance in field goal percentage, free throws, and three-point shooting on offense, but room for improvement in defending against three-pointers and free throws on defense. Overall, the Hilltoppers will need a balanced performance on both ends of the court to continue their winning streak.

Western Kentucky Set to Dominate Tigers in Home Game

Western Kentucky has shown strong performance in their home games, winning four out of five, while their upcoming opponent, the Tigers, have faced challenges on the road with three consecutive losses. Despite both teams having comparable offensive capabilities, Western Kentucky holds an advantage in various aspects. They have demonstrated superior shooting skills and free-throw accuracy, with a success rate of over 73% in their recent games, compared to the Tigers' below 60% rate. Additionally, the Hilltoppers excel in rebounding, particularly in offensive rebounds, providing them with more scoring opportunities. By minimizing turnovers and capitalizing on their strengths, Western Kentucky is poised to outperform the Tigers, who have struggled defensively, allowing over 87 points per game on the road. Considering these factors, Western Kentucky is favored to cover the spread in this upcoming game.

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SportsJaw Tigers vs Hilltoppers archived game preview contains historical odds and availability that may no longer be current. View history of past Tigers vs Hilltoppers matchups or learn how our predictions work.

Current matchup data

Lines, trends and availability

Line movement since open

  • Moneyline · Tennessee St. Tigers+100 → +825Moved
  • Moneyline · Western Kentucky Hilltoppers+100 → -1,400Moved
  • Spread · Tennessee St. Tigers+15 (-110) → +14 (-110)Moved
  • Spread · Western Kentucky Hilltoppers-15 (-110) → -14 (-110)Moved
  • Total · Over160 (-110) → 161 (-110)Moved
  • Total · Under160 (-110) → 161 (-110)Moved

ATS and O/U trends

Tennessee St. Tigers
23-9 matchup record · 5-5-0 ATS · 6-3-1 O/U
Last 10 completed games on file
Western Kentucky Hilltoppers
18-14 matchup record · 7-2-1 ATS · 5-5-0 O/U
Last 10 completed games on file

Injuries and availability

From the published research (2024-12-10T03:15:49.434Z). Availability may have changed; review the cited sources.

No verified injury or availability note was included in the published matchup research.

Recent head-to-head

No completed head-to-head result is available in the current history window.

Final result

Matchup pick recap

Western Kentucky Hilltoppers defeated Tennessee St. Tigers 84-60

Western Kentucky Hilltoppers defeated Tennessee St. Tigers 84-60 on December 10, 2024, a 24-point decision in the series. Western Kentucky Hilltoppers' strongest period was the 1st half, when it outscored its opponent 44-31. Against SportsJaw's recorded Tennessee St. Tigers +14 (-110) spread, Western Kentucky Hilltoppers covered, while the 144 combined points finished under the recorded total of 161.

SportsJaw editorial picks

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Tipster picks

  • Randy54Spread · Western Kentucky Hilltoppers -15 (-110)Win
  • OddssharkTotal · Over 160.25 (-110)Loss
  • JtgarciaSpread · Tennessee St. Tigers +16 (-110)Loss
  • JohnTharpMoneyline · Western Kentucky Hilltoppers -1,500Win