The Evansville Aces (8-9, 2-2 MVC) will try to put an end to their seven-game road losing streak in a matchup against the Missouri State Bears (8-9, 2-2 MVC) at JQH Arena. The game begins at 8 p.m. ET on Wednesday, January 16, 2019.
Evansville Aces vs. Missouri State Bears Betting Prediction
The Aces are hoping for a better outcome after their 72-66 loss to the Indiana State Sycamores in their last contest. Indiana State’s turnover percentage was their biggest advantage over Evansville. The Sycamores had a rate of 13.7 (better than their season average of 18.0), while the Aces posted a mark of 21.5 (above their season average of 17.0). Shea Feehan led Evansville in scoring with 12 points on 3-for-9 shooting.
In the Bears’ last game, they beat the Bradley Braves, 69-64. Missouri State’s turnover percentage was their largest strength over Bradley. The Bears had a rate of 15.6 (better than their season average of 16.3), while the Braves posted a mark of 28.4 (above their season average of 18.0). Tulio Da Silva was the top scorer from either team with 24 points on 9-for-12 shooting from the field.
After splitting two games last season, this will be the first matchup of the year between these two teams. The Bears won the most recent game 72-55. Missouri State’s rebounding was their biggest strength. The Bears had 17 offensive rebounds and 45 total rebounds, while the Aces had three and 22, respectively.
It could be a tough game for Missouri State on the offensive glass. The Bears rank 271st in offensive rebounding percentage (26.2 percent), while Evansville ranks 87th in defensive rebounding percentage (73.9 percent).
Evansville vs. Missouri State Betting Pick
College Basketball Pick: SU Winner – Missouri State, ATS Winner – Missouri State, O/U – Over
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Notes
Betting Notes:
Missouri State ranks 82nd in rebounds allowed per game (33.6) while Evansville ranks 246th (40.1).
The Aces rank 128th in three pointers attempted per game (23.2) while the Bears rank 213th in three pointers allowed per game (24.9).
Missouri State averages 7.6 steals per game, which ranks 55th in the country. Evansville ranks 88th in steals allowed per game (6.1).
The Aces rank 153rd in assists per game (13.0) while the Bears rank 182nd in assists allowed per game (14.9).
Missouri State ranks 68th in blocks per game (3.9) while Evansville ranks 75th in blocks allowed per game (3.2).
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The Aces’ average margin of victory in their last five games has been 0.6, down from 0.8 for the season.
During their last five games, the Bears have scored an average of 77.4 points per game (1.6 above their season average) and allowed an average of 66.8 points per game (7.3 below their season average).
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