The Saint Louis Billikens (14-5, 5-1 A10) look to lengthen an eight-game home winning streak when they go head-to-head with the Davidson Wildcats (14-5, 5-1 A10) at Chaifetz Arena. The game will air on CBS Sports Network at 2 p.m. ET on Saturday, January 26, 2019.
Davidson Wildcats at Saint Louis Billikens Betting Prediction
In the Wildcats’ last matchup, they beat the George Washington Colonials, 73-62. Davidson’s turnover percentage was their biggest advantage over George Washington. The Wildcats had a rate of 10.0 (better than their season average of 15.0), while the Colonials posted a mark of 20.6 (above their season average of 16.0). Jon Axel Gudmundsson played well for Davidson, contributing 10 points and eight rebounds.
The Billikens were beaten by the Duquesne Dukes in their last game, 77-73. Duquesne’s 13.4 turnover percentage was their largest strength over Saint Louis, who had a rate of 23.1. The Dukes’ mark was better than their season average of 18.1, while the Billikens’ was above their season average of 16.7. Saint Louis’ Javon Bess had a solid performance, leading both teams in scoring with 24 points on 7-for-18 shooting.
The battle on the backboards could prove decisive, pitting strength against strength. The Billikens currently rank 35th in offensive rebounding percentage (34.4 percent), while Davidson ranks ninth in defensive rebounding percentage (77.7 percent).
After the Wildcats won both contests against the Billikens last season, this will be the first matchup of the year between these two teams. In the most recent game, Davidson won 78-60. The Wildcats had a much better turnover percentage (8.0 vs. 17.9) and had a much better effective field goal percentage (0.657 vs. 0.543).
Davidson Wildcats vs. Saint Louis Billikens Odds Pick
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Notes
Betting Notes:
Davidson ranks 22nd in three pointers attempted per game (28.0) while Saint Louis ranks 262nd (18.7).
The Billikens rank 32nd in steals per game (8.1) while the Wildcats rank 182nd (5.2).
Saint Louis ranks 19th in rebounds per game (40.4) while Davidson ranks 146th (35.6).
The Billikens rank 50th in blocks per game (4.3) while the Wildcats rank 165th (2.3).
Saint Louis ranks 45th in assists allowed per game (11.2) while Davidson ranks 121st (12.9).
Bettings Trends:
The Wildcats’ average margin of victory in their last five games has been 7.0, up from 6.1 for the season.
During their last five games, the Billikens have scored an average of 68.0 points per game (0.5 above their season average) and allowed an average of 64.0 points per game (1.0 above their season average).
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