New Mexico vs. Clemson Prediction, Pick Against the Spread, and Latest Odds for Round of 64
The New Mexico Lobos and the Clemson Tigers battle it out in the Round of 64. Will the Lobos pull the upset? Matt McCuen answers.
Matt McCuen - March 22, 2024, 11:00 AM EDT
5 minNew Mexico vs. Clemson Prediction, Pick Against the Spread, and Latest Odds for Round of 64
The New Mexico Lobos and the Clemson Tigers will get together this afternoon for a highly anticipated first-round matchup.
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New Mexico vs. Clemson Date, Start Time, and Where to Watch
- Date: Friday, March 22, 2024
- Start Time: 3:10 pm ET
- Where to Watch: TruTV
New Mexico vs. Clemson Odds
- Spread: New Mexico -2.5 (-105), Clemson +2.5 (-108)
- Total Odds: O 151.5 (-106), U 151.5 (-108)
- Moneyline Odds: New Mexico (-135), Clemson (+124)
New Mexico vs. Clemson Prediction
The Lobos roll into the tournament feeling great about their recent play.
Richard Pitino's squad was crowned as Champions of the Mountian West on Saturday Night.
According to the committee, they would not have been in the tournament if the Lobos had not won the conference championship.
New Mexico represents a record of 26-9.
The Lobos rank 22nd in the NET with the 27th most difficult schedule in college basketball.
Senior Jalen House leads the Lobos with 16.1 points per game while adding 3.5 assists.
Florida native Jamal Mashburn Jr has added 14.4 points and 2.2 rebounds.
Sophomore Donavan Dent has enjoyed a breakout season, averaging 14.3 points and 5.6 assists.
The Lobos offense has scored 81.71 points per game while allowing the opposition 70.51.
Clemson begins this contest with a 21-11.
The Tigers finished in fifth place in the ACC.
Head Coach Brad Brownell has done a great job since taking over this Tigers program.
A big reason that Clemson earned a number six seed was due to their out-of-conference schedule.
The Tigers rank 35th in NET with the 24th most difficult schedule in basketball.
Senior PJ Hall leads the Tigers with 18.8 points and 6.7 rebounds per game.
Veteran Joseph Girad III has added 15.7 points and 2.8 assists. He brings a wealth of experience to the tournament at age 23.
Atlanta, Georgia, native Chase Hunter has averaged 12.3 points and a team-best 2.9 assists.
The Clemson offense has scored 77.41 points per game while giving up 71.31 points.
New Mexico vs. Clemson Pick
This line has continued to dash in the direction of the Lobos.
If you have followed me this year you know how high I am on this New Mexico team.
Clemson Is the most overseeded team in the tournament, while the Lobos are the most underserved team in the dance.
New Mexico's guard play will be the difference, and they have a big man in Jacob Toppin, who matches up well with Hall.
Pick: New Mexico ML -135 Click here to see which sportsbook has the best odds
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