The Oklahoma Sooners open their season on the road against the UT Rio Grande Valley Vaqueros (1-0) at UTRGV Fieldhouse. The game begins at 8:30 p.m. ET on Friday, November 9, 2018.
Oklahoma Sooners at UT Rio Grande Valley Vaqueros Betting Prediction
In the Vaqueros’ previous outing, they defeated the Texas A&M-Commerce Lions, 91-84. UT Rio Grande Valley’s turnover percentage was their biggest advantage over Texas A&M-Commerce. The Vaqueros had a rate of 6.5, while the Lions posted a mark of 21.6. With 18 points and six rebounds, Terry Winn III had a good performance for UT Rio Grande Valley.
Oklahoma went 18-13 in the regular season last season, which earned them a 10th seed in the tournament. They lost in the First Round to the Rhode Island Rams.
There could be a fair amount of transition action in this meeting that showcases a pair of the nation’s more up-tempo teams. UT Rio Grande Valley ranks 11th in possessions per game (75.7) and Oklahoma was sixth (76.5) dating back to the 2017-18 season.
Oklahoma vs. UT Rio Grande Valley Free Pick
Prediction: SU Winner – UT Rio Grande Valley, ATS Winner – UT Rio Grande Valley, O/U – Under
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Notes
Betting Notes (2017-Present):
Oklahoma ranks 27th in rebounds per game (38.9) while UT Rio Grande Valley ranks 322nd in rebounds allowed per game (40.8).
The Vaqueros rank 56th in three pointers allowed per game (19.7) while the Sooners rank 295th (25.3).
Oklahoma ranks 79th in assists per game (15.0) while UT Rio Grande Valley ranks 251st in assists allowed per game (14.9).
The Vaqueros average 7.7 steals per game, which ranks 24th in the country. The Sooners rank 193rd in steals allowed per game (6.7).
Oklahoma averages 4.7 blocks per game, which is ranked 32nd in the nation. UT Rio Grande Valley ranks 174th in blocks allowed per game (3.6).
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