The Miami (OH) RedHawks (2-2) face off against the Pepperdine Waves (2-2) in the Islands of the Bahamas Showcase at Kendall G.L. Isaacs National Gymnasium. The game starts at 5 p.m. ET on Sunday, November 18, 2018.
Miami (OH) RedHawks vs. Pepperdine Waves Free Prediction
The last time the RedHawks played, they were beaten by the Montana Grizzlies, 73-71. Montana’s effective field goal percentage was their largest strength over Miami (OH). The Grizzlies had a rate of 0.598 (below their season average of 0.605), while the RedHawks posted a mark of 0.448 (below their season average of 0.591). Nike Sibande was Miami (OH)’s leading scorer with 15 points on 3-for-13 shooting.
The Waves fell to the Georgia Southern Eagles in their last outing, 88-78. One of Georgia Southern’s largest strengths was getting to the charity stripe. They made 31 trips to the line, while Pepperdine went 17 times. With 15 points and nine rebounds, Pepperdine’s Kameron Edwards put together a good game.
Miami (OH) could struggle to create turnovers. Since last season, Pepperdine ranks 99th in the NCAA at avoiding errors (turnover percentage of 17.5 percent), while Miami (OH) has forced the 207th-most turnovers (18.5 percent).
Miami (OH) RedHawks vs. Pepperdine Waves Pick
Free Prediction: SU Winner – Miami (OH), ATS Winner – Miami (OH), O/U – Over
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Notes
Betting Notes (2017-Present):
Miami (OH) ranks 42nd in three pointers attempted per game (25.7) while Pepperdine ranks 298th (17.6).
The RedHawks rank 66th in assists allowed per game (11.9) while the Waves rank 308th (16.5).
Miami (OH) ranks 45th in steals per game (7.4) while Pepperdine ranks 233rd (5.2).
The RedHawks rank 152nd in rebounds per game (35.9) while the Waves rank 258th (33.5).
Miami (OH) ranks 136th in blocks allowed per game (3.2) while Pepperdine ranks 233rd (4.0).
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