It will be a battle between WAC opponents when the Bakersfield Roadrunners (15-8, 6-3 WAC) welcome the UT Rio Grande Valley Vaqueros (13-12, 5-4 WAC) to the Icardo Center. The game is scheduled to start at 10 p.m. ET on Saturday, February 9, 2019.
UT Rio Grande Valley Vaqueros vs. Bakersfield Roadrunners Free Prediction
In the Vaqueros’ last game, they topped the Grand Canyon Antelopes, 72-69. UT Rio Grande Valley’s 13.8 turnover percentage was their largest strength over Grand Canyon, who had a mark of 18.9. The Vaqueros’ mark was better than their season average of 16.0, while the Antelopes’ was above their season average of 15.7. UT Rio Grande Valley was lifted by Javon Levi, who finished with 12 points and five rebounds.
The Roadrunners lost a close one to the New Mexico State Aggies in their last contest, 71-70. One of New Mexico State’s largest strengths was getting to the free throw line. They made 33 trips to the line, while Bakersfield went just 16 times. With 25 points on 11-for-22 shooting, Jarkel Joiner was the top scorer from either team.
Look for Bakersfield to own the offensive glass in this contest. The Roadrunners are among the nation’s elite on the offensive glass, ranking third in offensive rebounding percentage at 38.6 percent. Meanwhile, UT Rio Grande Valley ranks 330th in the nation at corralling defensive rebounds with a defensive rebounding percentage of 66.7 percent. Furthermore, the Vaqueros, who rank 31st in free throw attempt (FTA) rate (0.285), could get to the line a ton against the Roadrunners, who rank 353rd in opponents’ FTA rate (0.378).
This is the second game of the season between these two teams. In the first, the Vaqueros lost 75-69. Levi had 15 points and seven assists. The Roadrunners had a much better offensive rebounding percentage (40.9 vs. 20.0) and had a better effective field goal percentage (0.458 vs. 0.431).
UT Rio Grande Valley Vaqueros at Bakersfield Roadrunners Betting Pick
Prediction: SU Winner – Bakersfield, ATS Winner – Bakersfield, O/U – Under
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Notes
Betting Notes:
Bakersfield ranks 44th in rebounds allowed per game (32.1) while UT Rio Grande Valley ranks 285th (40.0).
The Roadrunners rank 14th in blocks allowed per game (2.3) while the Vaqueros rank 141st (3.8).
Bakersfield ranks 169th in three pointers attempted per game (21.8) while UT Rio Grande Valley ranks 273rd (17.5).
The Roadrunners rank 30th in steals allowed per game (5.2) while the Vaqueros rank 118th (6.4).
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The Vaqueros have outscored opponents by an average of 9.8 points in their last five games. For the season, UT Rio Grande Valley has lost by an average of 0.6 points.
During their last five games, the Roadrunners have scored an average of 76.8 points per game (3.8 above their season average) and allowed an average of 70.8 points per game (0.3 above their season average).
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