The South Dakota State Jackrabbits (3-0) head to FGCU to take on the Eagles (1-2) in a matchup that pits outstanding offense against stifling defense. The game starts at 8 p.m. ET on Friday, November 16, 2018.
South Dakota State Jackrabbits vs. FGCU Eagles Betting Prediction
The Jackrabbits will be hoping for similar success after dismantling the Bemidji State Beavers in their last outing, 86-63. The Jackrabbits had a much better turnover percentage (12.7 vs. 22.8) and had a much better free throw rate (0.421 vs. 0.264). South Dakota State was lifted by Mike Daum, who was the top scorer from either team with 26 points on 8-for-16 shooting.
The last time the Eagles played, they lost big to the No. 10 Michigan State Spartans, 106-82. Michigan State won the rebounding battle. The Spartans had 20 offensive rebounds and 49 total rebounds, while the Eagles had seven and 25, respectively. With 20 points on 9-for-17 shooting, Troy Baxter Jr. led FGCU in scoring.
FGCU may have trouble getting to the foul line in this contest. Dating back to last season, the Eagles rank 187th in the NCAA with a free throw attempt (FTA) rate of 0.235, while South Dakota State ranks 18th in FTA rate allowed (0.181). Also, the Jackrabbits rank 10th in offensive efficiency (117.2), while the Eagles rank 55th in defensive efficiency (99.0).
South Dakota State at FGCU Betting Pick
Prediction: SU Winner – FGCU, ATS Winner – FGCU, O/U – Over
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Notes
Betting Notes (2017-Present):
FGCU ranks 38th in steals per game (7.5) while South Dakota State ranks 263rd (5.0).
The Jackrabbits rank 40th in three pointers attempted per game (25.8) while the Eagles rank 227th (20.3).
South Dakota State ranks 34th in assists allowed per game (11.3) while FGCU ranks 156th (13.4).
The Eagles average 37.8 rebounds per game, which ranks 68th in the country. The Jackrabbits rank 177th in rebounds allowed per game (35.2).
FGCU ranks 210th in blocks per game (2.7) while South Dakota State ranks 247th (2.3).
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