The Western Kentucky Hilltoppers (0-1) welcome the UT Martin Skyhawks (1-0) to E.A. Diddle Arena for their home opener. The game is scheduled to get underway at 7 p.m. ET on Saturday, November 10, 2018.
UT Martin Skyhawks at Western Kentucky Hilltoppers Betting Prediction
The last time the Skyhawks played, they thoroughly outplayed the Cumberland University Phoenix, 91-58. The Skyhawks had a much better effective field goal percentage (0.593 vs. 0.379) and had a much better turnover percentage (16.2 vs. 24.8). UT Martin was lifted by Derek Hawthorne, Jr., who contributed 14 points, six rebounds and five assists.
The Hilltoppers got blown out by the No. 25 Washington Huskies in their last game, 73-55. Washington’s 9.8 turnover percentage was their biggest strength over Western Kentucky, who had a rate of 21.0. With 11 points and 12 rebounds, Western Kentucky’s Charles Bassey had a solid performance.
The productive offense of Western Kentucky will clash against the mid-tier defense of UT Martin. Since the 2017-18 season, the Hilltoppers rank 49th in offensive efficiency, while the Skyhawks are 213th in defensive efficiency. The Hilltoppers figure to have the advantage on that end of the court. Additionally, the Skyhawks rank 342nd in free throw attempt (FTA) rate (0.177), while the Hilltoppers rank ninth in opponents’ FTA rate (0.173).
UT Martin Skyhawks vs. Western Kentucky Hilltoppers Betting Pick
Basketball Pick: SU Winner – UT Martin, ATS Winner – UT Martin, O/U – Under
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Notes
Betting Notes (2017-Present):
Western Kentucky ranks 183rd in three pointers allowed per game (22.3) while UT Martin ranks 310th (27.7).
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