The Wichita State Shockers (2-2) challenge the Alabama Crimson Tide (3-1) in the Charleston Classic at TD Arena. The game starts at 1:30 p.m. ET on Sunday, November 18, 2018, and will air on ESPNU.
Alabama Crimson Tide vs. Wichita State Shockers Free Prediction
The last time the Crimson Tide played, they blew out the Ball State Cardinals, 79-61. The Crimson Tide held the Cardinals to an offensive rebounding percentage of 19.4 (below their season average of 36.5) and had a better turnover percentage (16.9 vs. 20.4). Alabama was lifted by Donta Hall, who contributed 12 points and 12 rebounds.
The Shockers were victorious over the Appalachian State Mountaineers in their last outing, 82-76. The Shockers held the Mountaineers to an offensive rebounding percentage of 27.3 (below their season average of 33.3) and had a turnover percentage of 14.2 (better than their season average of 18.2). With 12 points and 11 rebounds, Wichita State’s Jaime Echenique had a good game.
This showdown pits one of the nation’s top offenses against one of its elite defensesSince the 2017-18 season, Wichita State ranks 45th in effective field goal percentage (0.545), while Alabama is 57th in effective field goal percentage allowed (0.481).
Alabama vs. Wichita State Free Pick
Prediction: SU Winner – Wichita State, ATS Winner – Wichita State, O/U – Under
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Notes
Betting Notes (2017-Present):
Wichita State ranks fourth in assists per game (18.0) while Alabama ranks 207th (12.8).
The Shockers rank 92nd in three pointers attempted per game (23.9) while the Crimson Tide rank 267th (19.5).
Wichita State averages 40.1 rebounds per game, which ranks 13th in the nation. Alabama ranks 179th in rebounds allowed per game (35.2).
The Crimson Tide rank 15th in blocks per game (5.2) while the Shockers rank 146th in blocks allowed per game (3.3).
Alabama ranks 145th in steals per game (6.2) while Wichita State ranks 254th (4.9).
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