The Akron Zips (12-8, 4-3 MAC) will try to put an end to their five-game road losing streak in a matchup against the Ohio Bobcats (11-9, 3-5 MAC) at Convocation Center. The game is scheduled to begin at 3:30 p.m. ET on Saturday, February 2, 2019.
Akron Zips at Ohio Bobcats Free Prediction
In the Zips’ last contest, they topped the Northern Illinois Huskies, 67-65. Akron forced the Huskies into a turnover percentage of 22.4 (above their season average of 16.2). Northern Illinois, on the other hand, did a great job of converting from the charity stripe (15-20; 75.0 percent). Akron received a boost from Jimond Ivey, who recorded 11 points and eight rebounds.
The Bobcats fell to the Northern Illinois Huskies in their last game, 71-60. One of Northern Illinois’ biggest advantages was their ability to convert at the free throw line. They were 19-22 (86.4 percent), while the Bobcats were just 15-22 (68.2 percent). With 15 points on 6-for-15 shooting, Jason Carter led Ohio in scoring.
After splitting two games last season, this will be the first matchup of the year between these two teams. In the last game, the Bobcats won 99-75. Ohio was lights out from beyond the arc (16-27; 59.3 percent). Akron, meanwhile, had a better offensive rebounding percentage (26.2 vs. 23.3).
Ohio might struggle to score as they battle against one of the NCAA’s best defenses. Akron ranks 30th in defensive efficiency, while the Bobcats rank 307th in offensive efficiency.
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Prediction: SU Winner – Akron, ATS Winner – Akron, O/U – Under
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Notes
Betting Notes:
Akron ranks sixth in three pointers attempted per game (29.4) while Ohio ranks 201st (20.8).
The Bobcats rank 42nd in rebounds per game (38.7) while the Zips rank 237th in rebounds allowed per game (37.6).
Akron ranks 34th in steals allowed per game (5.3) while Ohio ranks 200th (8.4).
The Zips rank 17th in assists allowed per game (10.3) while the Bobcats rank 169th (13.8).
Akron allows the 16th-fewest blocks per game (2.3) while Ohio ranks 19th (2.4).
Bettings Trends:
The Zips have been outscored by an average of 3.4 points in their last five games. For the season, Akron has defeated opponents by an average of 8.3 points.
During their last five games, the Bobcats have scored an average of 64.6 points per game (6.1 below their season average) and allowed an average of 72.4 points per game (0.2 above their season average).
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