The Texas State Bobcats begin their season against the Air Force Falcons (1-0) at Strahan Coliseum. The game is scheduled to begin at 8 p.m. ET on Friday, November 9, 2018.
Air Force Falcons vs. Texas State Bobcats Free Prediction
The Falcons will be hoping for a similar outcome after thoroughly outplaying the Johnson & Wales (CO) Wildcats in their last matchup, 90-65. The Falcons had a much better offensive rebounding percentage (43.3 vs. 17.9) and had a much better effective field goal percentage (0.648 vs. 0.466). Air Force received a boost from Ryan Swan, who had 10 points and eight rebounds.
Texas State was unable make the tournament following a 15-18 regular season campaign last season.
The Falcons won the lone contest against the Bobcats last season, 65-57. The Falcons’ turnover percentage was their largest strength over the Bobcats. Air Force had a rate of 14.7, while Texas State posted a mark of 28.0.
Meanwhile, the Bobcats owned records of 15-18 SU and 17-12-1 ATS last season. Games featuring the Bobcats had a tendency to go under the O/U total (53.3 percent).
Half-court execution will be at a premium when a pair of the NCAA’s slowest-paced teams face off. Texas State ranks 337th in possessions per game (65.1) and Air Force was 288th (67.3) since last season.
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Notes
Betting Notes (2017-Present):
Air Force ranks 81st in three pointers attempted per game (24.1) while Texas State ranks 245th (19.6).
The Bobcats rank 28th in rebounds allowed per game (31.5) while the Falcons rank 127th (34.2).
Texas State averages 13.6 assists per game, which ranks 155th in the country. Air Force ranks 213th in assists allowed per game (14.2).
The Falcons rank 120th in steals per game (6.4) while the Bobcats rank 152nd in steals allowed per game (6.3).
Texas State ranks 198th in blocks per game (2.8) while Air Force ranks 228th (2.5).
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