The Drake Bulldogs (3-1) challenge the Boise State Broncos (2-3) at the Knapp Center. The game is scheduled to get underway at 8 p.m. ET on Tuesday, November 27, 2018.
Boise State Broncos vs. Drake Bulldogs Free Prediction
In the Broncos’ last outing, they were topped by the Illinois State Redbirds, 73-70. Illinois State’s turnover percentage was their biggest advantage over Boise State. The Redbirds had a rate of 11.7 (better than their season average of 14.2), while the Broncos posted a mark of 21.1 (above their season average of 17.7). Boise State’s Justinian Jessup played well, recording 13 points, seven rebounds and five assists.
The Bulldogs edged the UMKC Kangaroos in their last contest, 66-63. Drake’s free throw rate was their biggest strength over UMKC. The Bulldogs had a rate of 0.352 (above their season average of 0.182), while the Kangaroos posted a mark of 0.293. Brady Ellingson led Drake in scoring with 13 points on 5-for-10 shooting from the field.
It could be a tough matchup for Drake on the offensive glass. Dating back to the 2017-18 season, the Bulldogs rank 318th in offensive rebounding percentage (23.8 percent), while Boise State ranks first in defensive rebounding percentage (81.4 percent).
Boise State at Drake ATS Pick
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Notes
Betting Notes (2017-Present):
Boise State ranks seventh in rebounds allowed per game (30.4) while Drake ranks 236th (36.4).
The Broncos average 24.8 three pointers per game, which ranks 60th in the NCAA. The Bulldogs rank 229th in three pointers allowed per game (23.1).
Boise State ranks 115th in assists allowed per game (12.7) while Drake ranks 246th (14.5).
The Bulldogs rank 200th in blocks per game (2.9) while the Broncos rank 258th (2.3).
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