Bethune-Cookman vs North Dakota Picks and Prediction – 11/26/2024

On Tuesday, the Bethune-Cookman Wildcats (1-4) face off against the North Dakota Fighting Hawks (3-2) at the Hard Rock Hotel Riviera Maya in Cancun, Mexico in the Cancun Challenge. Get ready for the college basketball season with our college basketball picks.

North Dakota comes into this matchup on a one-game winning streak and has won three of their first five games of the season. In a closely contested match, the Fighting Hawks triumphed over Loyola Marymount with a final score of 77-73, thanks in large part to the impressive performance of Treysen Eaglestaff, who contributed 23 points to the team's effort. Eaglestaff has been a standout player for North Dakota this season, currently leading the team in scoring with an impressive average of 19.2 points per game. Following him in scoring is Mier Panoam, who has also made significant contributions, averaging 10.8 points per game. In addition to his scoring prowess, Panoam excels on the boards, leading North Dakota in rebounds with an average of 6.4 per game. Meanwhile, Eaglestaff also stands out in playmaking, averaging 2.4 assists per game, reinforcing his vital role on the team. As the Fighting Hawks prepare to extend their current winning streak, they will face the struggling Bethune-Cookman Wildcats in Cancun. Overall, the team's offensive output this season averages 70.6 points per game, showcasing their capabilities on the court.

Bethune-Cookman enters this game on a one-game losing streak and has dropped four of their first five games of the season. In their most recent game, the Wildcats faced off against Tulane, ultimately suffering a 72-57 defeat. Brayon Freeman stood out as the top performer for Bethune-Cookman, contributing 22 points to the team's efforts. Throughout the season, Freeman has established himself as the leading scorer for the Wildcats, averaging 15 points per game, showcasing his ability to consistently put points on the board. Following him in scoring is Reggie Ward Jr., who is currently the team's second-leading scorer with an average of 10.8 points per game. In addition to his scoring ability, Ward Jr. is a crucial asset on the boards; he leads the team in rebounding with an impressive average of 7.4 rebounds per game. Another key player for the Wildcats is Gianni Hunt, who has taken on the role of playmaker. He leads the squad in assists, averaging 3.8 assists per game and facilitating the team's offensive plays. Despite these individual contributions, the Wildcats have struggled as a team, managing only one victory out of five games so far this season. They are looking to ignite their offensive performance, as the team currently averages 64 points per game. With a focus on improving their scoring and cohesion, Bethune-Cookman hopes to turn their season around starting with a win in Cancun.

Bethune-Cookman has faced significant challenges on the offensive front this season, managing to secure just one victory out of their five games played thus far. In contrast, North Dakota performed admirably in the previous season, achieving two wins in three matchups held at neutral sites. Final Score Prediction, North Dakota Fighting Hawks win and cover, 74-69.