The Utah State Aggies (8-2) look to prolong their five-game winning streak against the Alabama State Hornets (2-5) at Dee Glen Smith Spectrum. The game is scheduled to start at 9 p.m. ET on Saturday, December 15, 2018.
Alabama State Hornets vs. Utah State Aggies Betting Prediction
The last time the Hornets played, they were thoroughly outplayed by the Iowa State Cyclones, 79-53. Iowa State’s offensive rebounding percentage was their largest strength over Alabama State. The Cyclones had a rate of 36.1, while the Hornets posted a mark of 23.7. Reginald Gee was Alabama State’s leading scorer with 15 points on 5-for-10 shooting.
The Aggies easily got past the Montana State Bobcats in their last matchup, 101-71. The Aggies had a much better offensive rebounding percentage (44.4 vs. 12.5) and had a better turnover percentage (13.0 vs. 16.1). Sam Merrill was the game’s top scorer with 37 points on 12-for-18 shooting from the field.
Utah State could dominate on the offensive side of the ball as their productive offense faces off against one of the worst defenses in the nation. The Aggies rank 30th in offensive efficiency, while Alabama State ranks 324th in defensive efficiency since last season.
Merrill has averaged 0 points over the last five games for Utah State.
Alabama State Hornets at Utah State Aggies Betting Pick
Prediction: SU Winner – Utah State, O/U – Over
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Notes
Betting Notes (2017-Present):
Utah State averages 2.5 blocks per game, which ranks 53rd in the country. Alabama State ranks 143rd in blocks allowed per game (3.7).
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