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Cardinals vs Demons

Tightly Matched Teams Battle for Conference Position

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Lamar Cardinals vs Northwestern State Demons

February 17th 2025 | 7:00 PM EST | Prather Coliseum

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Northwestern State Demons

Can the Demons defend their home court in a close one?

Grade B: Northwestern State Demons Moneyline (-115)

Northwestern State’s ability to create turnovers and push the tempo makes them a tough opponent, especially at home, where they’ve shown resilience against stronger competition. The Demons rely on their athleticism and aggressive defensive schemes to disrupt opponents, which could challenge Lamar’s half-court execution. Meanwhile, the Cardinals’ rebounding strength and disciplined offense give them an edge in slowing the game down when needed. With Northwestern State slightly favored at -115, the best bet is Northwestern State to win outright, as their defensive intensity and home-court energy should give them the edge in a close battle. This pick earns a B rating, with a $70 potential return for bettors banking on the Demons’ ability to finish strong.

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Lamar’s balanced attack could be the difference in a tight game

Grade B+: Lamar Cardinals Spread +1

Lamar’s ability to execute in half-court sets and dominate the boards could give them the slight edge in what projects to be a back-and-forth battle. The Cardinals—who have been one of the more efficient rebounding teams in the conference—will need to control second-chance opportunities against a Northwestern State squad that thrives in transition. Meanwhile, the Demons rely heavily on forcing turnovers to generate easy buckets, but their inconsistency in shooting efficiency could leave them vulnerable if Lamar slows the pace. With the spread set at +1 for Lamar, the best bet is Lamar to cover, as their rebounding and shot selection should help them edge out a close win. This pick earns a B+ rating, with a $75 potential return for bettors expecting a hard-fought victory from the Cardinals.

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Both teams’ tempo could keep this one under the total

Grade B+: Under 133 Total Points

Lamar’s methodical offensive approach and rebounding advantage suggest a slower-paced game, which plays into Northwestern State’s defensive-oriented style. The Cardinals prefer to control possessions with efficient shot selection rather than push the tempo, while the Demons rely on their aggressive defense to limit opposing offenses. Additionally, both teams have had inconsistent three-point shooting, which could lead to extended scoring droughts. With the Over/Under set at 133, the best bet is Under, as both squads are likely to grind out possessions and focus on defensive stops rather than turning this into a shootout. This pick earns a B+ rating, with a $75 potential return for bettors expecting a low-scoring affair.

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