The Omaha Mavericks (1-3) and the Bethune-Cookman Wildcats (2-3), who both like to play up-tempo, will go head-to-head at Moore Gym. The game is scheduled to get underway at 7 p.m. ET on Tuesday, November 20, 2018.
Omaha Mavericks at Bethune-Cookman Wildcats Free Prediction
The last time the Mavericks played, they were topped by the Colorado Buffaloes, 79-75. One of Colorado’s largest advantages was their ability to convert at the free throw line. They were 19-23 (82.6 percent), while the Mavericks were just 8-12 (66.7 percent). JT Gibson was the top scorer from either team with 18 points on 7-for-11 shooting.
The Wildcats fell to the Miami (FL) Hurricanes in their last game, 78-70. Miami (FL)’s free throw rate was their biggest advantage over Bethune-Cookman. The Hurricanes had a rate of 0.277 (above their season average of 0.262), while the Wildcats posted a mark of 0.169. Malik Maitland put together a solid game for Bethune-Cookman, leading both teams in scoring with 29 points on 11-for-16 shooting.
There could be a fair amount of transition offense in this contest that showcases two of the country’s more fast-paced teams. Bethune-Cookman ranks fourth in possessions per game (77.2) and Omaha is 35th (73.2) since last season.
Omaha Mavericks at Bethune-Cookman Wildcats Pick
Prediction: SU Winner – Bethune-Cookman, ATS Winner – Bethune-Cookman, O/U – Under
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Notes
Betting Notes (2017-Present):
Bethune-Cookman ranks second in rebounds per game (42.5) while Omaha ranks 278th (33.2).
The Wildcats average 15.5 assists per game, which ranks 53rd in the NCAA. The Mavericks rank 275th in assists allowed per game (15.2).
Bethune-Cookman ranks 93rd in three pointers attempted per game (23.9) while Omaha ranks 263rd in three pointers allowed per game (24.1).
The Wildcats rank 85th in blocks per game (3.9) while the Mavericks rank 227th (2.6).
Bethune-Cookman ranks 76th in steals per game (6.9) while Omaha ranks 134th in steals allowed per game (6.0).
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