The South Dakota Coyotes (2-0) square off with the High Point Panthers (0-2) at Gateway Christian Academy. The game starts at 6 p.m. ET on Friday, November 16, 2018.
High Point Panthers vs. South Dakota Coyotes ATS Prediction
The Panthers are trying to rebound after their 68-60 loss to the Wofford Terriers in their last outing. Wofford out-rebounded High Point. The Terriers had more offensive rebounds (12 vs. six) and total rebounds (31 vs. 25). Denny Slay was High Point’s high scorer with 11 points on 4-for-6 shooting.
The last time the Coyotes were in action, they were victorious over the Northern Arizona Lumberjacks, 90-74. The Coyotes had a much better offensive rebounding percentage (24.0 vs. 16.7) and had a much better effective field goal percentage (0.636 vs. 0.491). Triston Simpson was the game’s leading scorer with 24 points on 6-for-8 shooting from the field.
Based on historical performance heading into this one, ball security could play a key role in this showdown. Dating back to the 2017-18 season, South Dakota has committed the 18th-fewest miscues in the NCAA (turnover percentage of 15.5 percent), while the disruptive defense of High Point has forced the 24th-most (opponents’ turnover percentage of 22.0 percent).
High Point Panthers vs. South Dakota Coyotes Free Pick
Prediction: SU Winner – High Point, ATS Winner – High Point, O/U – Over
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Notes
Betting Notes (2017-Present):
South Dakota ranks 14th in steals allowed per game (4.8) while High Point ranks 162nd (6.2).
The Coyotes rank 109th in blocks allowed per game (3.1) while the Panthers rank 252nd (4.5).
South Dakota ranks 170th in assists per game (13.4) while High Point ranks 274th (11.6).
The Coyotes rank 246th in three pointers attempted per game (19.8) while the Panthers rank 330th (15.0).
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