Lindenwood Lions vs Morehead State Eagles Picks and Predictions January 1st 2026

Lindenwood Lions vs Morehead State Eagles Betting Preview

Lindenwood returns home Thursday afternoon for Ohio Valley Conference play, hosting Morehead State at Hyland Arena. The Lions have been dominant in Saint Charles, opening the season 6-0 on their home floor, while Morehead State continues to search for consistency away from home. You can follow real-time market movement on the NCAA basketball odds page.

Morehead State enters at 6-7 and is coming off a massive offensive outing, scoring 115 points in its last game. Lindenwood, now 8-5, dropped a tight road game at Missouri State but remains one of the more efficient scoring teams in the conference.

This matchup pairs pace against rebounding, a key dynamic when projecting margin and total.

Line Movement and Odds

Lindenwood opened as a home favorite around −7.5, a number driven by its perfect home record and strong rebounding profile. Morehead State has attracted some early interest as a road dog due to its recent scoring surge and volume shooting.

The total sits at 148.5, reflecting both teams’ willingness to push possessions. For a broader slate view and conference context, visit the college basketball previews page.

Matchup Breakdown

Morehead State thrives on shot volume. The Eagles rank among the national leaders in field goal attempts and two-point tries, forcing defenses to defend the paint repeatedly. Davion Cunningham and Josiah LeGree headline the offense, while George Marshall and Jon Carroll provide steady minutes.

Lindenwood counters with balance and rebounding. The Lions average more than 83 points per game and rank top-25 nationally in rebounds per contest. Jadis Jones continues to anchor both ends, and Anias Futrell adds consistency inside. At home, Lindenwood controls tempo by limiting second chances and converting early offense.

If Morehead State converts efficiently inside, the underdog stays within range. If Lindenwood wins the glass decisively, the favorite creates separation. For comparisons against other projections, check the free college basketball picks page.

Injuries and Conditions

Morehead State

No major rotation changes reported.
Full details: Morehead State team page

Lindenwood

No significant absences reported entering conference play.
Full details: Lindenwood team page

Indoor matchup, no external conditions.

Best Bets and Prediction

Lindenwood’s home dominance and rebounding advantage give them the edge, but Morehead State’s offensive volume keeps this closer than the spread suggests. Expect sustained scoring from both sides.

Projected Score: Lindenwood 82, Morehead State 78
Best Bet: Morehead State +7.5
Secondary Lean: Over 148.5, with both teams comfortable pushing pace

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