The Iowa State Cyclones (6-1) challenge the North Dakota State Bison (2-6) at James H. Hilton Coliseum. The game starts at 8 p.m. ET on Monday, December 3, 2018.
North Dakota State Bison vs. Iowa State Cyclones ATS Prediction
The Bison are trying to rebound after their 95-88 loss to the Drake Bulldogs in their last contest. Drake’s 0.333 free throw rate was their biggest strength over North Dakota State, who had a mark of 0.191. The Bulldogs’ mark was above their season average of 0.273, while the Bison’s was below the 0.248 mark opponents have averaged against Drake this season. Vinnie Shahid was the top scorer from either team with 29 points on 10-for-19 shooting.
The last time the Cyclones took the court, they won big over the Omaha Mavericks, 82-55. The Cyclones had a much better free throw rate (0.215 vs. 0.068) and had an offensive rebounding percentage of 35.9 (above their season average of 32.2). With 13 points and 10 rebounds, Michael Jacobson put together a solid outing for Iowa State.
North Dakota State might struggle to create turnovers. Dating back to last season, Iowa State ranks 76th in the country at avoiding errors (turnover percentage of 17.2 percent), while North Dakota State has forced the 13th-fewest turnovers (15.5 percent).
North Dakota State vs. Iowa State Odds Pick
Basketball Tip: SU Winner – Iowa State, ATS Winner – North Dakota State, O/U – Under
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Notes
Betting Notes (2017-Present):
North Dakota State ranks 46th in three pointers attempted per game (25.4) while Iowa State ranks 301st in three pointers allowed per game (25.3).
The Cyclones rank 84th in rebounds per game (37.4) while the Bison rank 289th (33.2).
Iowa State ranks 62nd in blocks per game (4.1) while North Dakota State ranks 244th (2.4).
The Bison rank 38th in assists allowed per game (11.3) while the Cyclones rank 193rd (13.7).
Iowa State ranks 226th in steals per game (5.5) while North Dakota State ranks 288th (4.6).
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