Bowling Green vs Bellarmine Picks and Prediction – 11/23/2024

On Saturday, the Bowling Green Falcons (2-3) face off against the Bellarmine Knights (0-5) at Freedom Hall in Louisville, Kentucky. Get ready for the college basketball season with our college basketball picks.

Bellarmine comes into this matchup having lost their first five games of the season. In a challenging matchup against Louisville, the Knights faced a tough defeat, falling 100-68. Despite the loss, Ben Johnson put forth a standout performance, contributing a significant 29 points to the team’s total. As the season progresses, Jack Karasinski has emerged as the leading scorer for Bellarmine, boasting an impressive average of 18.3 points per game. Following closely is Ben Johnson, who serves as the team’s second-highest scorer with an average of 12.6 points per game. On the boards, Curt Hopf has been instrumental for the Knights, averaging 5.4 rebounds per game, which makes him the top rebounder on the squad. Additionally, Dylan Branson has taken the lead in assists, averaging 3.4 per game, further demonstrating his playmaking ability. As Bellarmine strives to break their current losing streak, the team is eager to secure their first victory of the season. Overall, the Knights have been struggling offensively, averaging only 67 points per game in their recent outings.

Bowling Green enters this game on a one-game winning streak, but has dropped three of their first five games of the season. In a thrilling matchup against Niagara, the Falcons secured a 76-68 victory, largely due to the impressive performance of Marcus Johnson, who netted 24 points for the team. This season, Johnson has emerged as a key player for Bellarmine, leading the squad with an impressive average of 19.8 points per game. Following closely in scoring is Javontae Campbell, who contributes significantly with an average of 15 points per game. In addition to their scoring prowess, the Falcons also have strong rebounding efforts. Sam Towns stands out as the team's leading rebounder, pulling down an average of 7.6 boards per game, which underscores his importance in the paint. Meanwhile, Campbell is not just a scorer; he also plays a vital role in playmaking, leading the team in assists with an average of 2.8 assists per game. As Bowling Green looks ahead, they are eager to continue their winning streak while simultaneously trying to prevent Bellarmine from achieving their first victory of the season. Overall, the Falcons have demonstrated an impressive offensive capability, averaging 85 points per game throughout the season, showcasing their ability to score and compete at a high level.

Bellarmine enters this matchup still seeking its first victory of the season, while Bowling Green aims to prevent the upset. Bowling Green has experienced a rocky start, having lost three out of their first five games, and they have yet to secure a win in away games. As they prepare for this contest, Bowling Green's defense is determined to enhance its performance, especially in the challenging environment of an opponent’s home court. Final Score Prediction, Bowling Green Falcons win 76-72.