The Belmont Bruins and Lipscomb Bisons meet in a college basketball game at Allen Arena. Belmont enters the game with a 2-0 record, having won both games at home. Lipscomb stands at 1-2, earning a win at home but struggling on the road.
Belmont's Jack Smiley has been a standout performer, scoring 24 points against Southern Indiana. Aleksa Ristic and Ethan Sage also contribute with solid performances in recent games. The Bruins hold the favorite status with a spread of -3.5.
Lipscomb's Devyn Martin has shown strong rebounding skills, grabbing 10 boards against SIUE. TK Simpkins is also notable, leading the scoring with 22 points against Southeast Missouri State. With a spread of +3.5, Lipscomb looks to defend their home court.
Lipscomb vs Belmont At a Glance
- Matchup: Belmont Bruins vs Lipscomb Bisons
- Venue: Allen Arena, Nashville TN
- Date & Time: Tuesday, November 10, 2026 at 8:00 PM ET
- TV Channel: ESPN+
- Belmont Record: 2-0
- Lipscomb Record: 1-2
Lipscomb Bisons: Analyzing the Home Team's Season So Far
Offensive Performance
The Lipscomb Bisons have struggled offensively this season. They score an average of 70.3 points per game, ranking them 291st nationally. Their field goal percentage is at 41.0, placing them at 302nd.
Despite attempting 23.3 three-pointers per game, their success rate stands at 25.7 percent, which is 390th. Their free throw percentage is a bright spot, with an impressive 81.3 percent, ranking 44th.
Defensive Strengths
Defensively, the Bisons manage to grab 4.7 steals per game, ranking them 71st. They average 1.7 blocks per game, placing them at 83rd. However, they need to address their turnover rate, which is 15.0 per game.
Fouling is another area of concern, with 17.7 fouls per game. This has led to giving opponents easy scoring opportunities from the line.
Key Players to Watch
TK Simpkins leads the team with 18 points per game. He also contributes 3.7 rebounds and 1.3 steals per contest. Devyn Martin is another standout, averaging 13.7 points and 9.3 rebounds per game.
Titas Sargiunas provides support with 10 points and 2.3 assists per game. He adds an average of 3.3 rebounds to his performance on the court.
Recent Game Performances
The Bisons had a close win against SIUE Cougars, securing a 78-77 victory. In this game, Devyn Martin scored 17 points and grabbed 10 rebounds.
In a recent loss to Iowa Hawkeyes, the team scored 54 points. TK Simpkins was the top scorer with 18 points in that game.
Betting Trends
- SU Last 3: 1-2 (33.3%)
- SU as Favorite: 1-1 (50.0%)
- ATS Last 3: 1-2 (33.3%)
- ATS as Underdog: 1-0 (100.0%)
- O/U Last 3: 2-1 (66.7%)
Belmont Bruins Prepare for Another Intense Game
Team Overview
The Belmont Bruins are stepping into the new season with enthusiasm. They have shown a strong start, winning their first two games. This sets the stage for their next challenge.
With an average of 73.5 points per game, Belmont aims to improve their offensive efficiency. They have some room for improvement in their shooting percentages. Their 3-point shooting, at 30.6%, could use some work.
Key Players
Jack Smiley stands out with an average of 20 points per game. His shooting accuracy is currently at 45.5%. This makes him a key player for Belmont.
Vincent Neugebauer also plays a crucial role, especially in the paint. He averages 8.5 points and 5.5 rebounds per game. His shooting percentage of 87.5% is impressive.
Recent Performance
In their last game against Centre College, Belmont secured a win with a 30-point lead. Smiley contributed significantly with 16 points. This performance demonstrates their potential to dominate games.
Their previous game against Southern Indiana also resulted in a victory. Smiley's 24 points were pivotal. Belmont's ability to maintain a solid defense was evident.
Betting Trends
- SU Last 3: 2-0 (100.0%)
- SU Last 5: 2-0 (100.0%)
- SU Last 10: 2-0 (100.0%)
- SU All Games: 2-0 (100.0%)
- SU as Favorite: 1-0 (100.0%)
Belmont's betting trends reflect their current form. They have been strong straight up, with no losses yet. Against the spread, they show potential but have room to improve.
Lipscomb vs Belmont Prediction: Under 159.5
Belmont and Lipscomb are preparing for a game at Allen Arena. Belmont's offensive stats show they average 73.5 points per game. Meanwhile, Lipscomb is scoring 70.3 points per game.
Both teams are not very fast-paced, with Belmont at 69.3 possessions per game and Lipscomb at 70.6. Their shooting percentages are not high, which might keep the scores lower. Belmont's effective field goal percentage is 54.4, and Lipscomb's is 46.6.
Belmont is allowing an average of 73 points in their past meetings with Lipscomb. Lipscomb has struggled in their past games this season, which might impact their scoring.
Their head-to-head history suggests lower scoring outputs. The average scores in their last meetings align with a prediction under the set total. A projected score of 76-70 in favor of Belmont is reasonable.
- Lipscomb vs Belmont Prediction: Under 159.5
- Lipscomb vs Belmont Score: Belmont 76 - Lipscomb 70
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