The Arkansas State Red Wolves (3-6) clash against the Florida Atlantic Owls (7-2) at the Convocation Center. The game is scheduled to get underway at 8 p.m. ET on Friday, December 14, 2018.
Florida Atlantic Owls vs. Arkansas State Red Wolves ATS Prediction
The Owls come in on a high note after dismantling the Florida Tech Panthers in their last outing, 98-52. The Owls had a much better effective field goal percentage (0.596 vs. 0.356) and had a much better offensive rebounding percentage (52.8 vs. 32.6). Florida Atlantic rallied around Jailyn Ingram, who was the team’s leading scorer with 21 points on 10-for-14 shooting.
In the Red Wolves’ previous matchup, they got blown out by the Abilene Christian Wildcats, 94-73. Getting to the free throw line was one of Abilene Christian’s biggest strengths. They had 31 free throw attempts, while Arkansas State had 24. With 24 points on 9-for-15 shooting, Ty Cockfield II was Arkansas State’s leading scorer.
The Red Wolves won the sole contest against the Owls last season, 64-63. The Red Wolves had a much better turnover percentage (17.2 vs. 22.3) and had a much better offensive rebounding percentage (30.0 vs. 23.3).
The offense of Arkansas State will battle against the top-notch defense of Florida Atlantic. Since last season, the Red Wolves rank 216th in offensive efficiency, while the Owls are 79th in defensive efficiency. The Owls should have the edge on that side of the ball. Also, the Owls have been among the NCAA’s best on the offensive backboards, ranking 14th in offensive rebounding percentage (31.0 percent). The Red Wolves, meanwhile, rank 253rd in defensive rebounding percentage (69.1 percent).
Florida Atlantic Owls vs. Arkansas State Red Wolves Odds Pick
College Basketball Prediction: SU Winner – Florida Atlantic, ATS Winner – Florida Atlantic, O/U – Over
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Notes
Betting Notes (2017-Present):
Florida Atlantic averages 38.7 rebounds per game, which ranks 45th in the nation. Arkansas State ranks 212th in rebounds allowed per game (35.7).
The Owls rank 13th in three pointers attempted per game (20.2) while the Red Wolves rank 175th (21.7).
Florida Atlantic ranks 106th in assists per game (12.7) while Arkansas State ranks 239th (10.9).
The Red Wolves rank 98th in steals per game (6.7) while the Owls rank 203rd in steals allowed per game (6.8).
Arkansas State ranks 28th in blocks per game (3.3) while Florida Atlantic ranks 118th (3.8).
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