The Wright State Raiders (24-9, 16-4 Hor) go head-to-head with the Cleveland State Vikings (12-22, 9-12 Hor) in the Horizon Conference Tourney at Little Caesars Arena. The game is scheduled to start at 7 p.m. ET on Tuesday, March 6, 2018.
Cleveland State Vikings vs. Wright State Raiders Free Prediction
The last time the Vikings played, they topped the Oakland Golden Grizzlies, 44-43. Cleveland State’s 0.402 effective field goal percentage was their biggest strength over Oakland, who had a mark of 0.295. The Vikings’ mark was below their season average of 0.513, while the Golden Grizzlies’ was below their season average of 0.526. Cleveland State was lifted by Anthony Wright, who recorded 12 points and 11 rebounds.
The Raiders beat the Milwaukee Panthers in their last outing, 59-53. The Raiders made 17 of their 20 free throws (85.0 percent) and had a better offensive rebounding percentage (28.9 vs. 25.6). Loudon Love was Wright State’s high scorer with 18 points on 8-for-13 shooting.
Looking at effective field goal percentage, Wright State figures to have a considerable advantage. The Raiders defense ranks 65th in effective field goal percentage allowed (0.484), while the Cleveland State offense is ranked 185th in effective field goal percentage (0.510). Moreover, the Vikings rank 328th in offensive rebounding percentage (22.7 percent), while the Raiders rank 41st in defensive rebounding percentage (75.0 percent).
Grant Benzinger has averaged 15.2 points and 5.8 rebounds over the last five games for Wright State.
Both teams have won a game in the season series. The Raiders won the most recent matchup 72-63. The Raiders knocked down 18 of their 24 free throws (75.0 percent) and had a better effective field goal percentage (0.587 vs. 0.520). Benzinger was the game’s top overall scorer with 20 points.
Cleveland State Vikings vs. Wright State Raiders Odds Pick
Prediction: SU Winner – Wright State, ATS Winner – Wright State, O/U – Under
Notes
Betting Notes:
Wright State ranks 108th in rebounds per game (36.2) while Cleveland State ranks 285th (30.4).
The Raiders rank 69th in assists allowed per game (12.0) while the Vikings rank 238th (15.1).
Cleveland State averages 24.6 three pointers per game, which ranks 57th in the NCAA. Wright State ranks 163rd in three pointers allowed per game (22.2).
The Vikings rank 37th in steals allowed per game (5.3) while the Raiders rank 93rd (5.9).
Bettings Trends:
The Vikings have outscored opponents by an average of 1.4 points in their last five games. On the season, Cleveland State has been defeated by an average of 5.7 points.
During their last five games, the Raiders have scored an average of 72.4 points per game (0.3 above their season average) and allowed an average of 67.0 points per game (1.0 above their season average).
