The Belmont Bruins get their season going against the Illinois State Redbirds (1-0) at Curb Event Center. The game begins at 8 p.m. ET on Saturday, November 10, 2018.
Illinois State Redbirds vs. Belmont Bruins Betting Prediction
In the Redbirds’ last contest, they topped the FGCU Eagles, 74-66. Illinois State’s free throw rate was their biggest advantage over FGCU. The Redbirds had a rate of 0.298, while the Eagles posted a mark of 0.111. Phil Fayne fueled Illinois State with 17 points and 11 rebounds.
Belmont failed to make the tournament following a 24-9 regular season last season.
The Bruins, on the other hand, owned records of 24-9 SU and 15-12 ATS last season. The Bruins’ games went under the O/U total 51.9 percent of the time.
The high-powered offense of Belmont will clash against the mid-tier defense of Illinois State. Dating back to last season, the Bruins rank 21st in offensive efficiency, while the Redbirds were 202nd in defensive efficiency. The Bruins figure to have the edge on that side of the ball. Moreover, the Redbirds, who rank 270th in offensive rebounding percentage (26.1 percent), could have a tough time getting second chance points against the Bruins, who rank 56th in defensive rebounding percentage (74.3 percent).
Illinois State at Belmont ATS Pick
Prediction: SU Winner – Belmont, ATS Winner – Belmont, O/U – Under
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Notes
Betting Notes (2017-Present):
Belmont ranks 50th in rebounds allowed per game (32.4) while Illinois State ranks 300th (38.9).
The Bruins average 30.5 three pointers per game, which ranks fourth in the NCAA. The Redbirds rank 240th in three pointers allowed per game (23.5).
Belmont averages 16.0 assists per game, which ranks 30th in the nation. Illinois State ranks 221st in assists allowed per game (14.3).
The Redbirds rank 105th in steals per game (6.6) while the Bruins rank 260th (4.9).
Belmont ranks 50th in blocks allowed per game (2.7) while Illinois State ranks 91st (3.1).
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