Middle Tennessee vs Cal Baptist Prediction 12-16-24 College Basketball Picks

In this article, we will formulate a Middle Tennessee vs Cal Baptist prediction for this college basketball game on Monday,  December 16th, at the Moody Center. 

Can Middle Tennessee Bounce Back?

Middle Tennessee in the last game faced off against Belmont and they scored 79 points while the defense gave up 82 points and that led to the three-point defeat. Jestin Porter was the top player putting up 13 points, 11 rebounds, and one assist. Jylnn Counter also put up 22 points, five rebounds, and three assists. Middle Tennessee on the season is averaging 82.8 points while their defense is giving up 71.3 points per game. The offense is ranked 49th in the league while the defense is ranked 185th. Guard Jestin Porter is averaging 16.9 points while their defense is giving up 47.2 points per game. 

Cal Baptist Has Played a Tough Schedule

Cal Baptist has played a tough schedule as of late but they have been competitive. Earlier in the season against SMU, they lost 79-77 and in the last game against San Diego State, they lost 81-75. Cal Baptist shot 45.3 percent from the field and 36.4 percent from behind the three-point line. They allowed San Diego State to shoot 54.9 percent from the field and they are going to need to be better here. Cal Baptist on the season is averaging 77.4 points while their defense is giving up 77.1 points per game. The offense is ranked 145th in the league while the defense is ranked 304th. Dominque Davis Jr has been the top player for the Lacers averaging 21.7 points while shooting 38.6 percent from the field. 

Total Point Facts

• Seven of Middle Tennessee’s last eight home night games against non-conference opponents have produced a total of 143 or fewer points.
• Each of California Baptist’s last five night games has produced a total of 147+ points.

Middle Tennessee vs Cal Baptist Prediction

Cal Baptist has been competitive heading into this game, and they are going to find success again here. Cal Baptist’s offense has been strong all season, averaging 77.4 points, and they are going to have no issue running up the score here. Middle Tennessee’s defense is giving up 71.3 points per game and they are going to really struggle to defend in this game. This is going to be a comfortable cover. Back Cal Baptist against the spread.