The Central Michigan Chippewas (14-5, 3-3 MAC) head to Toledo to take on the Rockets (15-4, 3-3 MAC) in what should be a high-scoring game. The game starts at 7 p.m. ET on Saturday, January 26, 2019, and will air on ESPN 3.
Central Michigan Chippewas vs. Toledo Rockets ATS Prediction
The last time the Chippewas played, they were defeated by the Akron Zips, 70-67. Akron’s free throw rate was their largest advantage over Central Michigan. The Zips had a rate of 0.262 (above their season average of 0.215), while the Chippewas posted a mark of 0.161 (below their season average of 0.300). Rob Montgomery played well for Central Michigan, putting up 11 points and 10 rebounds.
The Rockets lost a tough one against the Kent State Golden Flashes in their last game, 87-85. Kent State’s free throw rate was their biggest strength over Toledo. The Golden Flashes had a rate of 0.176 (below their season average of 0.253), while the Rockets posted a mark of 0.090 (below their season average of 0.220). Luke Knapke put together a good performance for Toledo, leading the team in scoring with 22 points on 9-for-18 shooting.
It might turn into a shootout as a pair of the country’s top offenses face off. Toledo ranks 30th with 113.9 points per 100 possessions and Central Michigan is 34th (113.6). Moreover, the Chippewas rank 23rd in free throw attempt (FTA) rate (0.293), while the Rockets rank sixth in opponents’ FTA rate (0.154).
After the Rockets won both games against the Chippewas last season, this will be the first matchup of the year between these two teams. In the most recent contest, Toledo won 89-76. The Rockets had a much better offensive rebounding percentage (34.6 vs. 21.9) and had a better free throw rate (0.268 vs. 0.183).
Central Michigan Chippewas vs. Toledo Rockets Betting Pick
Pick: SU Winner – Central Michigan, ATS Winner – Toledo, O/U – Over
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Notes
Betting Notes:
Toledo ranks 46th in three pointers attempted per game (26.2) while Central Michigan ranks 165th in three pointers allowed per game (23.3).
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The Chippewas have been outscored by an average of 2.6 points in their last five games. On the season, Central Michigan has defeated opponents by an average of 9.2 points.
During their last five games, the Rockets have scored an average of 79.2 points per game (1.7 below their season average) and allowed an average of 77.0 points per game (7.9 above their season average).
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