Lehigh Mountain Hawks vs West Virginia Mountaineers Prediction

The West Virginia Mountaineers will beat the Lehigh Mountain Hawks. The West Virginia Mountaineers will cover the spread, and the total will go under.

In analyzing the matchup, the Mountaineers present a clear advantage in offensive production, averaging 71.5 points per game compared to Lehigh’s mere 57. The disparity in shooting efficiency also stands out. West Virginia shoots 42.1 percent from the field, while Lehigh struggles at 37.3 percent. The Mountaineers’ ability to get into double digits assists at 11 per game highlights their cohesive offensive unit, which outperforms Lehigh’s 5 assists per game significantly.

Defensively, the Mountaineers can apply pressure effectively, allowing for a contrasting game pace that favors their scoring capabilities. With Lehigh’s 26.7 percent three-point shooting, they will find it challenging to exploit gaps in West Virginia’s defense. Furthermore, Lehigh’s tendency to struggle scoring will likely keep the total points under the combined average of both teams. Overall, West Virginia’s superior scoring ability and effective defense combined with Lehigh’s offensive woes inherently point toward a victory for the Mountaineers, while also reinforcing the expectation of covering the spread.