Chattanooga Mocs will meet the Penn State Nittany Lions at the Bryce Jordan Center in University Park, PA. This non-conference game pits a Southern Conference team against a Big Ten contender. Penn State is favored, having started the season with a win, while Chattanooga is looking to rebound from a loss.
The Mocs, with a 0-1 record, fell short against the Louisville Cardinals in their opener. Lenny Anigbata and Zach Bleshoy were among the key contributors in that game. Chattanooga aims to improve on their road performance after a challenging start.
Penn State, boasting a 1-0 record, dominated their opening game against the Canisius Golden Griffins. Roko Prkačin stood out with 28 points, helping the Nittany Lions secure a comfortable win. Playing at home, Penn State looks to maintain their strong start to the season.
Penn State vs Chattanooga At a Glance
- Matchup: Chattanooga Mocs vs Penn State Nittany Lions
- Venue: Bryce Jordan Center, University Park PA
- Date & Time: Thursday, November 5, 2026 at 6:00 PM ET
- TV: BTN
- Penn State Record: 1-0 (Home 1-0)
- Chattanooga Record: 0-1 (Away 0-1)
Penn State Nittany Lions: A Look at the Season Ahead
Offensive Performance
The Penn State Nittany Lions average 97.0 points per game, ranking them 62nd nationally. Their field goal shooting is effective, with a percentage of 55.4, placing them 44th. Inside the arc, they convert 69.6% of their shots, which is among the top 30 in the nation.
Beyond the arc, however, the team struggles, making only 21.1% of their three-point attempts. This places them near the bottom of the rankings. Despite this, they maintain strong numbers at the free-throw line, making 72.4% of their attempts.
Defensive Insights
Penn State's defense records 10.0 steals per game, a figure that ranks them 314th. They also average 4.0 blocks per game. The team has managed to keep turnovers to 10.0 per game, showing discipline in ball handling.
Fouls are an area of concern, with the team committing 18.0 per game. This can potentially give opponents more opportunities at the free-throw line. Keeping fouls in check will be key for their defensive strategy.
Key Players
Roko Prkačin leads the team with an impressive 28.0 points per game. He also contributes with 6.0 rebounds and shoots an outstanding 85.7% from the field. Ivan Jurić is another player to watch, averaging 14.0 points and leading the team with 15.0 rebounds per game.
Josh Reed and François Wibaut also provide valuable contributions. Reed averages 12.0 points per game, while Wibaut adds 10.0 points and 3.0 assists per game. These players will be essential in maintaining the team's offensive rhythm.
Recent Game Recap
The Nittany Lions recently secured a significant win over the Canisius Golden Griffins, scoring 97 points. Prkačin was a standout performer, scoring 28 points in just 20 minutes of play. Jurić dominated the boards with 15 rebounds, complementing his 14 points.
Wibaut and Reed added depth to the scoring, contributing 10 and 12 points respectively. This balanced attack highlights the team's potential when all players are contributing effectively.
Team Betting Trends
- SU Last 3: 1-0 (100.0%)
- SU Last 5: 1-0 (100.0%)
- SU Last 10: 1-0 (100.0%)
- SU All Games: 1-0 (100.0%)
- SU as Favorite: 1-0 (100.0%)
- ATS Last 3: 1-0 (100.0%)
- ATS Last 5: 1-0 (100.0%)
- ATS Last 10: 1-0 (100.0%)
- ATS All Games: 1-0 (100.0%)
- ATS as Favorite: 1-0 (100.0%)
- O/U Last 3: 0-1 (0.0%)
- O/U Last 5: 0-1 (0.0%)
- O/U Last 10: 0-1 (0.0%)
- O/U All Games: 0-1 (0.0%)
Chattanooga Mocs: A Preview of Their Upcoming Game
Offensive Performance Overview
The Chattanooga Mocs score 70 points per game, ranking them 262nd. They take 57 field goal attempts each game, placing them 299th. Their effective field goal percentage is 54.4%, which ranks them 160th.
From beyond the arc, the team averages 12 three-pointers per game, ranking 45th. They attempt 33 threes per game, sitting at 53rd in attempts. Their three-point shooting percentage is 36.4%, placing them 131st.
Inside the Paint and Free Throw Shooting
Chattanooga takes 24 two-point attempts per game, ranking 416th. They make 54.2% of these shots, which ranks 194th. Free throws are a weak point, with only 8 made per game, ranking 364th.
The team attempts 14 free throws each game, placing them 342nd. Their free throw percentage is 57.1%, which ranks them last at 364th. Rebounding is average with 38 boards per game, placing them 189th.
Defensive Statistics
Chattanooga averages 8 steals per game, ranking them 237th. They block 1 shot per game, placing them at 19th. Turnovers are an issue, with 18 per game, which ranks them 355th.
The team commits 19 fouls per game, ranking them 236th. These statistics suggest a need for improvement in ball control and defensive discipline. Despite this, their blocking ability stands out as a strength.
Key Players to Watch
Yonatan Levy leads the team with 14 points per game, also contributing 6 rebounds. Zach Bleshoy matches Levy in scoring with 14 points, adding 7 rebounds. Lenny Anigbata provides versatility with 12 points and 5 rebounds per game.
Kobe McDowell-White is notable for his playmaking, averaging 7 assists. Christian Matos contributes 10 points per game with an impressive shooting percentage of 80%. These players are essential for Chattanooga's success.
Chattanooga Mocs Betting Trends
- SU Last 3: 0-1 (0.0%)
- SU Last 5: 0-1 (0.0%)
- SU Last 10: 0-1 (0.0%)
- SU All Games: 0-1 (0.0%)
- SU as Underdog: 0-1 (0.0%)
- ATS Last 3: 1-0 (100.0%)
- ATS Last 5: 1-0 (100.0%)
- ATS Last 10: 1-0 (100.0%)
- ATS All Games: 1-0 (100.0%)
- ATS as Underdog: 1-0 (100.0%)
- O/U Last 3: 0-1 (0.0%)
- O/U Last 5: 0-1 (0.0%)
- O/U Last 10: 0-1 (0.0%)
- O/U All Games: 0-1 (0.0%)
Penn State vs Chattanooga Prediction: Chattanooga +15.5
Chattanooga is a significant underdog with a spread of +15.5. Despite their loss, they performed well against the spread in their previous game. This suggests they can keep the game closer than expected.
On the other hand, Penn State scored 97 points in their last game, but their 3PT shooting is low at 21.1%. This might limit their scoring against a team that will try to defend the perimeter more. Chattanooga's ability to hit 3s and force turnovers could be key.
Chattanooga averages 12 made 3-pointers per game, which could help them stay in the game. Penn State allows 10 turnovers per game, which Chattanooga might capitalize on. This gives Chattanooga a chance to cover the spread.
A projected final score could be Penn State 83, Chattanooga 70. This supports picking Chattanooga +15.5.
- Penn State vs Chattanooga Prediction: Chattanooga +15.5
- Penn State vs Chattanooga Score: Penn State 83 - Chattanooga 70
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