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Tennessee State Tigers vs Western Illinois Leathernecks Betting Preview
The Tennessee State Tigers enter 9-5 and look to extend their strong offensive play, while the Western Illinois Leathernecks aim to defend their home court in this Ohio Valley Conference clash at Western Hall.
Line Movement and Odds
Tennessee State opened as the favorite, with the line reflecting confidence in their scoring ability. Current market:
- Tennessee State Spread: -6.5 (-110)
- Western Illinois Spread: +6.5 (-111)
- Tennessee State MoneyLine: -261
- Western Illinois MoneyLine: +212
- Total: 147.5 (-110)
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Matchup Breakdown
Tennessee State Outlook
Tennessee State averages 80.5 points per game, with Aaron Nkrumah, Travis Harper II, and Marcus Fitzgerald Jr. leading the offense. Their shooting efficiency (45.6% FG) and aggressive approach (65.2 field goal attempts per game) highlight balance. Their 9-5 overall record underscores competitiveness, with a 4-4 road mark showing resilience away from home.
Western Illinois Outlook
Western Illinois averages 69.2 points per game, with Lucas Lorenzen, Isaiah Griffin, and Karyiek Dixon providing scoring depth. Their free-throw efficiency (20.3 attempts per game) and 3-3 home record highlight offensive strength. Their 4-11 overall record underscores struggles, though they’ve shown flashes of competitiveness at Western Hall.
Key Matchup / Path to Victory
The game hinges on Tennessee State’s ability to maintain offensive rhythm, while Western Illinois must lean on Lorenzen and Griffin to pace the offense. If Tennessee State controls tempo and rebounding, their depth should create separation.
Injuries / Availability
Tennessee State: No injury updates provided.
Western Illinois: No injury updates provided.
Environment
Western Hall provides Western Illinois with a home-court edge, where they are 3-3 this season. Tennessee State’s balanced offense highlights their ability to compete in Macomb.
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Best Bets and Prediction
Projected Final Score: Tennessee State 78, Western Illinois 68
- Tennessee State -6.5 → Best Bet. Their offensive pace and rebounding make them the sharper side.
- Under 147.5 → Total play. Both teams’ slower pace points toward a combined score below the line.
Tennessee State’s depth and scoring should dictate the game, while Western Illinois’s offense keeps the spread in play. Expect a competitive contest trending under the total.
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