Norfolk State Spartans
Basketball NCAAB Sun 21 Dec 21:00
Texas El Paso Miners (UTEP)
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College Basketball Betting Preview: Norfolk State vs UTEP

The Norfolk State Spartans face the UTEP Miners, with tip-off scheduled for 21:00 on Sunday, December 21.

Expect Points Between Norfolk State and UTEP

We’re expecting Over 135.5 points to be scored by Norfolk State and UTEP combined. There’s a juicy -110 for our prediction and we’re anticipating that the scoreboard will tick over.

67-65 Win for UTEP in Last H2H Battle

Norfolk State Spartans got the win in their previous game. A 82-72 triumph occurred on the road when playing Jackson State Tigers.

UTEP Miners were defeated in their last game. On the road, they suffered a 66-61 reverse against Hawaii Rainbow Warriors.

Head-to-Head Statistics

The last matchup between UTEP and Norfolk State saw the former win. It was a 67-65 scoreline.

NCAAB Overall PF PA N. Pts Home Away Strk
Norfolk State 15-17 2445 2362 83 9-6 6-11 3L
UTEP 11-20 2149 2244 -95 9-8 2-12 1L
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Norfolk State vs UTEP Prediction & Picks

This Norfolk State vs UTEP betting breakdown features a main match prediction, a correct score insight and a sharply constructed bet builder to guide your wagers.

Game Prediction

Over 135.5 points are expected be scored during this college showdown, with this pick available at odds of -110 and this looks like a bet worth taking.

Our college basketball handicappers start by reviewing the latest team news for each team, followed by a close look at recent form. That information is then applied to the most relevant stats to reach a well-informed verdict.

Key Norfolk State vs UTEP stats:

  • The 135.5 line has been covered in 4 of the last 5 Norfolk State games.
  • The 135.5 line has been covered in 15 of the last 20 Norfolk State games on the road.
  • The 135.5 line has been covered in the last 3 Norfolk State games.
  • The 135.5 line has been covered in 9 of the last 10 UTEP games at home.
  • The 135.5 line has been covered in 16 of the last 20 UTEP games at home.
  • The 135.5 line has been covered in the last 2 UTEP games at home.

Over 135.5 Probability

According to the top betting apps, there’s a 52.4% likelihood of our pick delivering a return. After careful examination, our cappers calculate this probability to be closer to 60%. It’s the reason why we are recommending this college basketball bet.

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Same Game Parlay Picks

Totals Over 135.5
Spread UTEP -6.5
Result & BTTS 60 UTEP / Yes

We’ve loaded up a same game parlay with the combined picks of Over 135.5, UTEP -6.5 and both teams to score 60 points and UTEP to win on the Result & BTTS lines.

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Correct Score Prediction

Norfolk State Norfolk State logo 66 - 75 UTEP logo UTEP

We’re going for the Miners to win by a 75-66 scoreline, something which is available at huge odds. This speculative wager can provide a big return for a small stake.

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Norfolk State vs UTEP 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.

UTEP Heavy Favorites to Win

UTEP Miners are regarded as having a 79% chance of winning this college game according to the latest betting odds. The sportsbooks have priced them up at -370. Norfolk State are trading at bigger odds than their opponents and they can be backed at +290.

The spread is currently 7.5, with the total points line at 135.5. There is no denying the popularity of betting on the Totals. If you’re wanting to back Over 135.5, the odds are -110.

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Player Props & Micro Betting

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Team Stats

Latest regular season and playoff games stats.

Norfolk State logo Norfolk State Stats
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Moneyline
  • 3 wins and 7 defeats in the last 10 games
  • 2 wins and 8 defeats in the last 10 games on the road
Moneyline
  • 3 wins and 7 defeats in the last 10 games
  • 5 wins and 5 defeats in the last 10 home games
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Total Points
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NCAAB Table Select Season

Conference USA Overall PF PA N. Pts Home Away Strk
Liberty 25-7 2501 2253 248 14-4 11-3 1L
Sam Houston 22-11 2714 2447 267 14-2 8-9 1L
Kennesaw State 21-13 2834 2587 247 14-3 7-10 3W
Louisiana Tech 20-14 2375 2210 165 16-4 4-10 1L
Western Kentucky 18-14 2537 2436 101 13-6 5-8 3L
Middle Tennessee 17-15 2414 2329 85 12-5 5-10 1L
New Mexico State 16-16 2403 2303 100 11-6 5-10 1L
Missouri State 16-18 2551 2502 49 11-7 5-11 1L
Jacksonville State 15-17 2325 2188 137 10-9 5-8 1L
FIU 15-17 2580 2492 88 12-7 3-10 1L
UTEP 11-20 2149 2244 -95 9-8 2-12 1L
Delaware 10-21 2098 2293 -195 6-11 4-10 1L
Mid-Eastern Athletic Overall PF PA N. Pts Home Away Strk
Howard 23-10 2556 2236 320 16-4 7-6 8W
Norfolk State 15-17 2445 2362 83 9-6 6-11 3L
Morgan State 14-16 2258 2347 -89 9-7 5-9 1L
NC Central 14-18 2299 2415 -116 10-5 4-13 1L
South Carolina St. 10-22 2147 2522 -375 6-5 4-17 1L
UMES 9-23 2060 2265 -205 6-4 3-19 3L
Delaware State 8-23 1896 2185 -289 5-8 3-15 1L
Coppin State 7-24 2032 2493 -461 3-8 4-16 3L
  • 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