The Illinois State Redbirds and FGCU Eagles begin the new season at Redbird Arena. The game is scheduled to begin at 7 p.m. ET on Tuesday, November 6, 2018.
FGCU Eagles vs. Illinois State Redbirds ATS Prediction
FGCU did not make the tournament following a 23-11 regular season campaign last season. Illinois State also did not make the tournament after an 18-15 regular season.
Illinois State might have difficulty scoring as they go head-to-head against one of the nation’s best defenses. FGCU ranked 48th in defensive efficiency, while the Redbirds ranked 265th in offensive efficiency last season.
The Eagles won the only game against the Redbirds last season, 98-87. The Eagles made 27 of their 37 free throws (73.0 percent) and had a much better offensive rebounding percentage (47.2 vs. 13.9).
FGCU Eagles at Illinois State Redbirds Betting Pick
Prediction: SU Winner – FGCU, ATS Winner – FGCU, O/U – Under
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Notes
Betting Notes (2017-Present):
FGCU ranks 49th in rebounds per game (38.2) while Illinois State ranks 298th in rebounds allowed per game (39.0).
The Redbirds rank 21st in three pointers attempted per game (26.8) while the Eagles rank 227th in three pointers allowed per game (23.4).
FGCU ranks 62nd in assists per game (15.3) while Illinois State ranks 217th in assists allowed per game (14.2).
The Eagles rank 47th in steals per game (7.3) while the Redbirds rank 176th in steals allowed per game (6.5).
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