Appalachian State vs Georgia State – Prediction College Basketball Picks 2/1/24

The Appalachian State Mountaineers and Georiga State Panthers face off on Thursday in a college basketball showdown at Georgia State Convocation Center. Let’s look at the betting matchup and give a free Appalachian State vs Georgia State prediction.

Appalachian State Has Won Six Games in a Row

Appalachian State has won six games in a row and they should have confidence heading into this game. In the last game against James Madison, the offense scored 82 points and they ended up winning by six points. Tre’Von Spiller had a strong game putting up 21 points and seven rebounds. Appalachian State on the season is averaging 77.8 points while their defense is giving up 64.3 points per game. The defense is ranked 26th and the offense is going to need to step up here. Spillers has been averaging 14 points while shooting 63.9 percent from the field. 

Georgia State’s Defense has been an Issue

Georgia State has really struggled heading into this game, especially with the defense. Georgia State faced off against Coastal Carolina in the last game and they scored 83 points, but the defense gave up 85 points. Dwon Odom had a strong game putting up 30 points, three rebounds, and three assists. Georgia State is averaging 78.9 while their defense is giving up 75.1 points per game. At times the defense has really let them down, and they need to try and change that here if they want to come away with a victory. Georgia State will meet Troy after this one.

Georgia State Panthers Team Facts

• The home team has won 14 of Georgia State’s last 15 games.
• Each of Georgia State’s last six home games have produced a total of 146+ points.
• Georgia State has lost the first half in each of its last 10 Thursday games against the Sun Belt Conference.

Appalachian State Mountaineers Team Facts

• Appalachian State has won each of its last six games.
• Eleven of Appalachian State’s last 13 road night games against Conference opponents have produced a total of 144 or fewer points.
• Appalachian State has won the first half in each of its last 10 games against the Sun Belt Conference.

Appalachian State vs Georgia State Betting Prediction

Georgia State’s defense has been an issue, and it’s not going to get any easier against the Appalachian State offense. The Mountaineers are averaging 77.8 points and they are going to put on a show here with the offense. Georgia State is going to struggle to keep up and that is going to be the difference as Appalachian State will find success. Back Appalachian State against the spread. 

Shane Mickle's Pick: App State -6