The No. 15 Ohio State Buckeyes (8-1) put their six-game winning streak on the line when they clash with the Bucknell Bison (4-3) at Value City Arena. The game is scheduled to begin at 12 p.m. ET on Saturday, December 15, 2018.
Bucknell Bison vs. Ohio State Buckeyes Free Prediction
The last time the Bison played, they defeated the St. Bonaventure Bonnies, 88-85. The Bison had a much better offensive rebounding percentage (29.0 vs. 22.6) and had a better effective field goal percentage (0.560 vs. 0.517). Bucknell was led by Nate Sestina, who had 15 points and 16 rebounds.
The Buckeyes were victorious over the Cincinnati Bearcats in their last matchup, 64-56. Ohio State’s 0.511 effective field goal percentage was their biggest strength over Cincinnati, who had a mark of 0.323. Kaleb Wesson led Ohio State in scoring with 15 points on 5-for-9 shooting from the field.
Ohio State appears to have the advantage on the offensive side of the ball. Since last season, the Buckeyes rank 39th in offensive efficiency, while the Bison rank 154th in defensive efficiency.
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Notes
Betting Notes (2017-Present):
Ohio State ranks fifth in steals allowed per game (4.9) while Bucknell ranks 152nd (6.7).
The Bison rank 42nd in blocks per game (4.3) while the Buckeyes rank 143rd (3.7).
Ohio State ranks third in assists allowed per game (11.3) while Bucknell ranks 103rd (12.7).
The Buckeyes rank 106th in rebounds per game (36.7) while the Bison rank 165th in rebounds allowed per game (35.4).
Bucknell ranks 39th in three pointers allowed per game (19.4) while Ohio State ranks 88th (22.4).
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