The Little Rock Trojans (7-11, 2-3 SBC) will attempt to end their eight-game road losing streak in a matchup against the UT Arlington Mavericks (7-11, 3-2 SBC) at College Park Center. The game is scheduled to begin at 3 p.m. ET on Saturday, January 19, 2019.
Little Rock Trojans at UT Arlington Mavericks Betting Prediction
In the Trojans’ last contest, they were thoroughly outplayed by the Texas State Bobcats, 80-62. Texas State’s offensive rebounding percentage was their largest advantage over Little Rock. The Bobcats had a rate of 19.2 (below their season average of 33.2), while the Trojans posted a mark of 7.4 (below their season average of 24.8). Rayjon Tucker led Little Rock in scoring with 18 points on 5-for-9 shooting.
The Mavericks were victorious over the Arkansas State Red Wolves in their last matchup, 68-59. Getting to the free throw line was one of UT Arlington’s largest advantages. They had 30 free throw attempts, while Arkansas State had just 14. Edric Dennis was the top scorer from either team with 25 points on 7-for-17 shooting from the field.
After the Trojans won the only contest against the Mavericks last season, 77-65, this will be the first matchup of the year between these two teams. Little Rock had a much better free throw rate (0.392 vs. 0.141). UT Arlington, meanwhile, had a much better offensive rebounding percentage (32.6 vs. 21.4).
The physical UT Arlington offense might be living from the charity stripe in this matchup. The Mavericks currently rank 76th in the NCAA with a free throw attempt (FTA) rate of 0.271, while Little Rock ranks 249th in FTA rate allowed (0.249).
Little Rock Trojans at UT Arlington Mavericks Free Pick
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Notes
Betting Notes:
UT Arlington ranks 84th in three pointers allowed per game (21.2) while Little Rock ranks 251st (26.8).
The Trojans rank 43rd in steals allowed per game (5.5) while the Mavericks rank 102nd (6.5).
Little Rock averages 15.3 assists per game, which ranks 59th in the nation. UT Arlington ranks 104th in assists allowed per game (12.7).
The Mavericks average 35.8 rebounds per game, which ranks 142nd in the country. The Trojans rank 149th in rebounds allowed per game (35.2).
Bettings Trends:
The Trojans have been outscored by an average of 0.4 points in their last five games. On the season, Little Rock has defeated opponents by an average of 0.2 points.
During their last five games, the Mavericks have scored an average of 66.6 points per game (1.5 above their season average) and allowed an average of 65.8 points per game (4.1 below their season average).
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