Looking to win big? The Titans and Bobcats face off at 2:00 ET on ESPN+. The Bobcats are hosting the game at Convocation Center (OH) in Athens, OH. This non-conference matchup has an over/under of 155 points, and the Bobcats are favored to win at home vs. the Titans.

DETROIT TITANS VS OHIO BOBCATS BETTING PICK

The Pick: Detroit Titans +16.5

This game will be played at Convocation Center (OH) at 2:00 ET on Saturday, November 18th.

WHY BET THE DETROIT TITANS:

  • We have this one finishing with a projected score of 74-69 in favor of the Bobcats.
  • Even though we have Ohio winning straight-up, we like Detroit at +16.5.
  • The over/under is currently sitting at 155 points, and we like the under with a projected 143 points.

Will the Titans Make it Happen in Athens?

The Titans are 0-3 this season, coming off a narrow defeat to Ole Miss (70-69). Looking back to last year, Detroit has a 1-4 record in their previous five road games. As of now, Detroit has a 0-3 record against the spread for this season leading up to today’s game. When factoring in the previous season, Detroit is 4-6 vs. the spread in their last ten games.

After three games, Detroit has an over/under record of 2-1-0, with their games averaging a combined 149 points per game so far. In the Titans’ last five games, the combined scoring average stands at 67 points per game, accompanied by an over/under record of 2-3.

In their latest game, Detroit offense put up 69 points against Ole Miss. They recorded an overall field goal percentage of 48.1% and made 6 threes. The team’s scoring leader is Jayden Stone, who holds an average of 20.7 as they head into today’s matchup. Additionally, Edoardo Del Cadia is averaging 12 points per game this season.

Coming into the game, Detroit will be looking to improve their defense, as they are currently giving up 85.7 points per game (159th). On average, opposing teams are hitting 12.3 threes per game vs. Ohio. This has come on three-point shooting percentage of 52.4%.

Are Ohio Ready for a Home Win?

Ohio has a 1-1 overall record after two games. In the most recent three games where Ohio was favored, they have a 2-1 record. Entering today’s game, Ohio has a 1-1 ATS record. In their previous ten games, including last season, Ohio has gone 7-2-1 vs. the spread.

Ohio’s games have, on average, featured 159 points per game leading to an over/under record of 2-0-0. Their average over/under line is currently 150.8 points so far. The Bobcats’ last five games have finished with a combined 86 points per game and an over/under record of 2-3.

In their latest game, Ohio’s offense looked good, scoring 78 points against Cleveland State. They recorded an overall field goal percentage of 50% and made 14/24 free throws. Leading the team in scoring was Shereef Mitchell with 15 points. Elmore James also added 14 points for the Bobcats.

Coming into today’s game, the Ohio defense is giving up an average of 76.0 points per contest. In terms of field goal percentage allowed, Ohio’s defense has allowed opponents to shoot 40.4% from the field, including a three-point shooting percentage allowed of 33.1% this season.