The Chicago State Cougars (0-3) are looking for their first victory when they square off against the Illinois State Redbirds (1-1) at Redbird Arena. The game is scheduled to start at 8 p.m. ET on Tuesday, November 13, 2018.
Chicago State Cougars vs. Illinois State Redbirds Betting Prediction
In the Cougars’ last contest, they were blown out by the Central Michigan Chippewas, 101-60. Central Michigan’s turnover percentage was their biggest strength over Chicago State. The Chippewas had a rate of 9.5, while the Cougars posted a mark of 24.0. Christian Jacob was the top scorer from either team with 19 points on 8-for-13 shooting.
The Redbirds fell to the Belmont Bruins in their last game, 100-89. Belmont’s free throw rate was their biggest strength over Illinois State. The Bruins had a rate of 0.169, while the Redbirds posted a mark of 0.083. With 23 points on 10-for-16 shooting, Phil Fayne was the top scorer from either team.
Chicago State vs. Illinois State ATS Pick
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Notes
Betting Notes (2017-Present):
Illinois State ranks 23rd in three pointers attempted per game (26.8) while Chicago State ranks 309th (17.1).
The Redbirds rank 112th in assists per game (14.3) while the Cougars rank 309th in assists allowed per game (18.3).
Illinois State ranks 72nd in blocks per game (4.0) while Chicago State ranks 244th in blocks allowed per game (4.5).
The Redbirds average 35.3 rebounds per game, which ranks 169th in the NCAA. The Cougars rank 314th in rebounds allowed per game (39.9).
Chicago State ranks 65th in steals per game (7.1) while Illinois State ranks 171st in steals allowed per game (6.3).
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