Kennesaw State Owls Set to Face Georgia State Panthers in Atlanta Showdown
The Kennesaw State Owls (6-3) are gearing up for a crucial matchup against the Georgia State Panthers (4-4) on Friday, December 6, 2024, at 7:00 PM ET at the Georgia State Convocation Center. This contest comes after a rough stretch for the Owls, who have lost three consecutive road games and are narrowly favored by 1.5 points.
In terms of betting odds, Kennesaw State is listed at -125 to win, while Georgia State is at +105. This matchup has an over/under set at 155 points, with Kennesaw State averaging slightly higher total points at 155.6 in their games this season.
Kennesaw State boasts a strong offensive presence, ranking 94th in NCAA basketball with an average of 80.2 points scored per game, with a notable 9.5-point scoring differential. They also lead the nation with 40.4 rebounds per game. Key players include Simeon Cottle, the top scorer with an average of 15.9 points, and Braedan Lue, who excels in rebounding.
On the other hand, Georgia State faces challenges with a scoring differential of -19, averaging 75.4 points while allowing 77.8 per game. Zarigue Nutter leads the Panthers in scoring with 17.4 points per game. The Panthers are competitive on the boards, securing 36.5 rebounds per game.
Experts predict a tightly contested game with Georgia State potentially edging out Kennesaw State based on current trends. The forecasted score? Georgia State 75, Kennesaw State 74. Basketball fans can catch the action live on ESPN+.
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