Detroit Mercy vs Eastern Michigan Picks and Prediction – 12/1/2024

By: Garrett Beaverson |

Last Updated: 11/30/2024 at 1:14 AM ET

Detroit Mercy at Eastern Michigan 11/30/24 - NCAAB Picks & Predictions
Game Start: 12/1/2024, 12:00 AM UTC
Latest Odds: EMU -7 ; O/U 133

Detroit Mercy vs Eastern Michigan Prediction

The Detroit Mercy Titans will face the Eastern Michigan Eagles on November 30, 2024, at the George Gervin GameAbove Center in Ypsilanti, Michigan. Tip-off is scheduled for 7:00 PM ET and will be available for streaming on ESPN+. Both teams are looking for early-season momentum, with Detroit Mercy entering at 2-4 and Eastern Michigan at 5-2 following a string of close games. Get in on all the basketball action with our free NCAAB picks.

Eastern Michigan is led by Jalen Terry, who averages 15.9 points, 6.1 rebounds, and 3.1 assists per game, showcasing his versatility on both ends of the floor. The Eagles have been strong defensively, allowing 67 points per game, and are coming off a 72-68 victory over Northern Arizona. Their rebounding edge (37.4 RPG) could be pivotal against Detroit Mercy’s undersized lineup.

Detroit Mercy will rely on Orlando Lovejoy, who has been consistent, averaging 13.5 points, 4.8 rebounds, and 3.6 assists per contest. However, the Titans have struggled with offensive efficiency, scoring 69.1 points per game while committing 12.5 turnovers per game. They’ll need to improve ball security and find secondary scoring options to compete with the Eagles. Detroit Mercy is 1-1 this season in their games against MAC opponents.

Detroit Mercy vs Eastern Michigan Pick Analysis

Both EMU and Detroit Mercy are undersized squads, but this makes things easier for EMU, who have explosive guards who are great when there is not a mountain to evade in the post. Detroit struggles to score and EMU should have no issue securing the win. Prediction: We like EMU to win 74-65.

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