The South Dakota State Jackrabbits (10-4) welcome the Montana Grizzlies (6-4) to Frost Arena as they look to continue their seven-game home winning streak. The game is scheduled to start at 8 p.m. ET on Saturday, December 22, 2018.
Montana Grizzlies at South Dakota State Jackrabbits Free Prediction
The last time the Grizzlies played, they topped the Georgia State Panthers, 81-74. One of Montana’s largest strengths was getting to the free throw line. They had 43 free throw attempts, while Georgia State had just 24. Michael Oguine played a pivotal role for Montana with 15 points and 10 rebounds.
The Jackrabbits defeated the Grand Canyon Antelopes in their last matchup, 79-74. The Jackrabbits had a much better offensive rebounding percentage (38.9 vs. 27.7) and had a much better effective field goal percentage (0.543 vs. 0.407). With 20 points and 13 rebounds, Mike Daum had a solid game for South Dakota State.
Both teams have had a player take their game to the next level over their last five games. Ahmaad Rorie (0 points) has been stellar for the Grizzlies while Daum (0 points) has made solid contributions to the Jackrabbits.
The aggressive South Dakota State offense looks poised to dominate from the free throw line. The Jackrabbits rank 46th in the NCAA with a free throw attempt (FTA) rate of 0.285, while Montana ranks 309th in FTA rate allowed (0.286). Additionally, second chance points could be few and far between for the Grizzlies. They rank 257th in the NCAA in offensive rebounding percentage at 26.4 percent, while the Jackrabbits are 15th-best on the defensive glass (defensive rebounding percentage of 77.3 percent).
Montana Grizzlies at South Dakota State Jackrabbits Betting Pick
College Basketball Prediction: SU Winner – South Dakota State, ATS Winner – Montana, O/U – Under
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Notes
Betting Notes:
Montana ranks 22nd in three pointers allowed per game (18.4) while South Dakota State ranks 259th (31.3).
The Jackrabbits rank 38th in rebounds per game (39.8) while the Grizzlies rank 226th (30.6).
Montana ranks 17th in blocks allowed per game (2.2) while South Dakota State ranks 70th (3.1).
The Grizzlies rank 21st in assists allowed per game (10.0) while the Jackrabbits rank 49th (11.3).
Montana averages 6.8 steals per game, which ranks 86th in the nation. South Dakota State ranks 90th in steals allowed per game (6.3).
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The Grizzlies’ average margin of victory in their last five games has been 11.4, up from 3.8 for the season.
During their last five games, the Jackrabbits have scored an average of 80.2 points per game (5.3 below their season average) and allowed an average of 73.2 points per game (2.1 above their season average).
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