Norfolk State vs Baylor Prediction, Picks & Odds | 10 Dec 2025

College Basketball Betting Preview: Norfolk State vs Baylor

The Norfolk State Spartans battle the Baylor Bears, with tip-off scheduled for 12:00 on Wednesday, December 10.

We’ve got a strong opinion when it comes to the totals when Norfolk State go up against Baylor. Our prediction is that there will be Over 145.5 points and that is available at -115.

Norfolk State Spartans were beaten in their previous game and this was on the road. James Madison Dukes claimed a 68-67 win.

Baylor Bears were beaten last game and this was on the road. Memphis Tigers claimed a 78-71 win.

Head-to-Head Statistics

Baylor beat Norfolk State in their last head-to-head matchup. It was a 94-69 scoreline. It’s been a succession of Baylor wins in the past 3 H2H meetings.

NCAAB	Overall	PF	PA	N. Pts	Home	Away	Strk
Baylor	15-14	2398	2234	164	11-8	4-6	1W
Norfolk State	15-14	2203	2100	103	9-4	6-10	5W

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Norfolk State vs Baylor Prediction & Picks

Head into Norfolk State vs Baylor with expert betting insights, including our main match prediction, best correct score pick and a value-driven bet builder. Dive into each section below for more.

Game Prediction

We’ll take a chance on a total wager after finding that the line is set at a generous 145.5. Expect this number to be surpassed at -115 for this college matchup.

We use the latest team news and injury updates to help shape the best possible basketball predictions. You’ll also notice we take a stats-led approach by factoring in the key college hoops numbers that truly make a difference.

Key Norfolk State vs Baylor stats:

• The 145.5 line has been covered in 11 of the last 20 Norfolk State games.
• The 145.5 line has been covered in the last 11 Baylor games.
• The 145.5 line has been covered in 12 of the last 20 Baylor games.
• The 145.5 line has been covered in the last 2 games between these teams.

Over 145.5 Probability

Looking at the latest betting odds, our pick has a 53.5% chance of winning. However, we have this number closer to 60% based on our in-depth research. This college basketball wager can therefore be backed with confidence.

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Our Game Prediction

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Correct Score Prediction

Norfolk State 64 - 88 Baylor

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Norfolk State vs Baylor Odds

The odds and lines below are updated regularly and may differ from the prices shown in our picks, which are captured at the time of publication.

Norfolk State are such big underdogs for this college game that some sportsbooks aren’t even offering the Moneyline. However, the spread is an attractive option for bettors as it presents a more level playing field.

27.5 is the spread and 148.5 is the total points line. The advantage of the Totals is that you only have to choose from one of two options. The Over 148.5 selection is available to back at -115.

Consider every angle when placing your college basketball wagers. The best sportsbooks have a huge selection of game lines and team props and it’s all about finding a bet which matches your prediction of the game.

Moneyline

Norfolk State

-

Baylor

-

Point Spread

Norfolk State +27.5

-110

Baylor -27.5

-110

Total Points

Under 148.5

-105

Over 148.5

-115

We’re fond of player props as an alternative to betting on the game result. The gambling sites will have Points, Assists, Three-Pointers, Rebounds and Steals among the choices and you can take a particular view.

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Norfolk State Stats

Baylor Stats

Moneyline

• 4 wins and 6 defeats in the last 10 games
• 2 wins and 8 defeats in the last 10 games on the road

Moneyline

• 7 wins and 3 defeats in the last 10 games
• 7 wins and 3 defeats in the last 10 home games

Point Spread

• +26.5 Betting Line: Have covered the spread in 9 of the last 10 games
• +26.5 Betting Line on the Road: Have covered the spread in 9 of the last 10 games on the road

Point Spread

• -26.5 Betting Line: Have not covered the spread in any of the last 10 games
• -26.5 Betting Line at Home: Have not covered the spread in any of the last 10 home games

Total Points

• Game Totals: An average of 148.90 pts in the previous 10 games
• Game Totals on the Road: An average of 145.80 pts in the previous 10 games on the road
• Over 145.5: Covered in 5 of the previous 10 games
• Over 145.5 on the Road: Covered in 5 of the previous 10 games on the road
• Team Totals: Have scored an average of 78.60 pts and allowed 70.30 pts in the last 10 games
• Team Totals on the Road: Have scored an average of 69.70 pts and allowed 76.10 pts in the last 10 games on the road

Total Points

• Game Totals: An average of 165.20 pts in the previous 10 games
• Game Totals at Home: An average of 155.40 pts in the previous 10 home games
• Over 145.5: Covered in the previous 10 games
• Over 145.5 at Home: Covered in 6 of the previous 10 home games
• Team Totals: Have scored an average of 84.30 pts and allowed 80.90 pts in the last 10 games
• Team Totals at Home: Have scored an average of 80.90 pts and allowed 74.50 pts in the last 10 home games

NCAAB Table Select Season 2025/20262024/20252023/20242022/20232021/20222020/20212019/2020

Big 12	Overall	PF	PA	N. Pts	Home	Away	Strk
Arizona	27-2	2525	1990	535	17-1	10-1	4W
Houston	24-5	2248	1806	442	17-2	7-3	1W
Iowa State	24-5	2392	1900	492	17-1	7-4	1L
Texas Tech	22-7	2379	2094	285	16-2	6-5	3W
Kansas	21-8	2207	1993	214	15-2	6-6	1L
UCF	20-8	2300	2177	123	14-4	6-4	1L
BYU	20-9	2464	2183	281	15-4	5-5	2L
TCU	19-10	2270	2084	186	14-5	5-5	3W
West Virginia	17-12	2026	1877	149	14-5	3-7	1W
Oklahoma State	17-12	2415	2372	43	14-4	3-8	1L
Cincinnati	16-13	2122	1957	165	14-4	2-9	1W
Colorado	16-13	2305	2283	22	15-5	1-8	1L
Arizona State	15-14	2259	2269	-10	11-6	4-8	1W
Baylor	15-14	2398	2234	164	11-8	4-6	1W
Kansas State	11-18	2305	2347	-42	10-8	1-10	3L
Utah	10-19	2160	2265	-105	9-8	1-11	3L

Mid-Eastern Athletic	Overall	PF	PA	N. Pts	Home	Away	Strk
Howard	19-10	2234	1966	268	13-4	6-6	4W
Norfolk State	15-14	2203	2100	103	9-4	6-10	5W
Morgan State	12-15	2028	2122	-94	7-6	5-9	1L
NC Central	11-16	1953	2063	-110	8-4	3-12	1W
UMES	9-20	1855	2048	-193	6-2	3-18	1W
South Carolina St.	7-21	1857	2239	-382	6-5	1-16	3L
Coppin State	7-22	1896	2333	-437	3-8	4-14	1L
Delaware State	6-21	1652	1939	-287	5-7	1-14	6L

• Overall = Overall Wins-Losses
• PF = Total Points For
• PA = Total Points Against
• N. Pts = Point Differential
• Home = Home Record
• Away = Away Record
• Strk = Current Streak

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