Can the Cornhuskers Cover Against the Bluejays? ATS Betting Pick

Nebraska Cornhuskers (3-1 SU, 1-3 ATS) vs. Creighton Bluejays (4-0 SU, 1-2-1 ATS)

When: Friday, November 22nd, 8:00 PM (ET)

Where: CHI Health Center Omaha, NE, Omaha

TV: FS1

Point Spread: NEBR +10.5/CREIGH -10.5

Total: 152

Money Line: Nebraska Cornhuskers +477/-693

Notable Injuries

Cornhuskers

• Rienk Mast (Out) Redshirt

Bluejays

• Mason Miller (Questionable) Undisclosed
• Larry Johnson (Questionable) Knee
• Fedor Zugic (Out) Eligibility

Recent Form

Nebraska Cornhuskers Recent Game/Games

Nebraska fell 77-74 to Saint Mary’s on Sunday, November 17th. The Cornhuskers were +4 point underdogs but managed to cover the spread. The game was played at home, and the total points of 151 exceeded the over/under line of 139.5.

Nebraska trailed 46-43 at halftime, and both teams scored 31 points in the 2nd half.

Creighton improved to 3-0 on the season with a 79-56 win over Kansas City on Saturday. The Bluejays, playing at home, were -21.5 point favorites and covered the spread. The game’s total points of 135 fell short of the O/U line of 147.5.

Creighton took control early, leading 48-31 at halftime. In the 2nd half, they outscored the Roos 31-25, slowing the pace and locking down defensively to seal the win.

Analysis

In their last game, Nebraska put up 74 points, shooting 44.9% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 49%. They connected on 53.1% of their two-point attempts, but struggled from beyond the arc, hitting just 29.4% (5/17) of their threes. At the free-throw line, the Cornhuskers were impressive, making 25 of 29 attempts for an 86.2% success rate.

Brice Williams led the way with 28 points, shooting 66.7% from the field. Mikey Lewis added 23 points, knocking down 5 of 7 threes (71.4%). Nebraska also grabbed 13 offensive rebounds and dished out 8 assists in the win.

Nebraska’s defense gave up 77 points in their last game, with the opposing team shooting 44% from the field on 22 of 49 attempts. Inside the arc, Nebraska allowed 17 two-point baskets on 32 attempts, a 53% shooting rate.

From three-point range, the opposing team hit 5 of 17 shots, good for 29%. Nebraska also sent them to the free-throw line 29 times, where they converted 25 free throws, an 86% success rate. Nebraska allowed 13 offensive rebounds.

Creighton’s offense put up 79 points in their latest game, shooting 47.6% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 57.1%. They were dominant inside, hitting 65.5% of their two-point attempts, while connecting on 32.4% from beyond the arc, making 11 threes. At the free-throw line, they were perfect, going 8-for-8.

The Bluejays dished out 20 assists and grabbed 11 offensive rebounds. Jackson McAndrew was a standout, scoring 15 points in 16 minutes, shooting 80% overall and 75% from three. Ryan Kalkbrenner added 14 points and 12 rebounds, while Jamar Brown contributed 12 points and 16 boards.

Creighton gave up 56 points, with the opposing team shooting 47% from the field on 30/63 attempts. Inside the arc, they allowed 65% shooting, as the opponent went 19/29 on two-point shots.

From three-point range, Creighton’s defense held the opponent to 32%, with 11 made threes on 34 attempts. They also sent the other team to the line 8 times, where they converted all their free throws.

Betting Trends

• Across the Cornhuskers last three road games, the team averaged 80 points per game while allowing 82. Their record vs the spread in these contests was 1-2, while going 1-2 straight-up.
• Creighton has played well in their previous five home games, going 3-2 straight up. In this stretch, they averaged 73 points per game while allowing 71. The team also performed well vs the spread at 3-2.
• As the betting underdog, the Cornhuskers have an ATS mark of just 2-3 in their last five games. Nebraska posted a straight up mark of 1-4 in these matchups.
• In their last five games as the betting favorite, the Bluejays have a straight up record of 5-0, while going 2-2-1 against the spread.

Rich’s Pick To Cover The Spread

Back on the Big Ten tonight, grabbing the double digits with Nebraska. They just battled Saint Mary’s tough in a 77-74 loss. Have a common opponent angle that favors them. Plus, this is a heated in-state rivalry game. Take Nebraska +10.5.