The Northern Kentucky Norse and the Robert Morris Colonials meet Thursday in college basketball action from UPMC Events Center. Northern Kentucky is 14-9 so far this year. The Norse lost to Milwaukee in their last game. As for Robert Morris, they’re 11-12 after a win over Oakland on Sunday. Check back all season long for free college basketball picks at Sports Chat Place.
Northern Kentucky Norse
The Norse lost to Kent State, FGCU, TX-Arlington, Toledo, Washington State, FAU and Oakland during their first 16 games. Northern Kentucky has gone 5-2 since then however, with losses to only Milwaukee (twice).
In the Saturday rematch game versus Milwaukee, the Norse posted a 47-27 edge by halftime. Northern Kentucky was outscored 48-27 in the second half however, and lost 75-74. Chris Brandon doubled up with 18 points and 17 rebounds in the defeat.
Robert Morris Colonials
Over on the Colonials’ side, they beat Pitt-Greensburg, WV Wesleyan, Wright State, Central Michigan, Mount St. Mary’s, St. Francis PA and Fort Wayne in their first 16 outings. Robert Morris is 4-3 in their last seven and coming off a win over Oakland.
Matched up against Oakland on Sunday, the Colonials nursed a two-point lead coming into the second half. Robert Morris hit a 39-36 run from there and won it 68-63. Kahliel Spear was tops with 30 points and 11 rebounds.
ANDREW’S FREE PICK
I’ll probably stick with Northern Kentucky here. The Norse really need to rebound after their dismal second half in the disappointing loss to Milwaukee on Saturday, though. Northern Kentucky has scored fairly well lately with 68 or more points in three straight. The Norse also took a win 60-56 the last time these teams met up back on December 3. The Colonials are playing pretty well over this three-game win streak themselves, but if Northern Kentucky plays to their capabilities I think they’ll be okay cover/win-wise. Should be a competitive game if nothing else.