The Arkansas Razorbacks (2-1) challenge the Montana State Bobcats (1-4) at Bud Walton Arena. The game can be seen on SEC Network at 8 p.m. ET on Wednesday, November 21, 2018.
Montana State Bobcats vs. Arkansas Razorbacks ATS Prediction
The Bobcats are trying to rebound after their 88-69 loss to the UC Santa Barbara Gauchos in their last game. UC Santa Barbara’s turnover percentage was their largest advantage over Montana State. The Gauchos had a rate of 10.7 (better than their season average of 17.7), while the Bobcats posted a mark of 13.9. Tyler Hall was Montana State’s leading scorer with 21 points on 6-for-16 shooting.
In the Razorbacks’ previous matchup, they won a close one over the Indiana Hoosiers, 73-72. Arkansas had a much better turnover percentage (14.2 vs. 21.8). Indiana, on the other hand, had a better offensive rebounding percentage (25.8 vs. 22.0). Daniel Gafford was the game’s top scorer with 27 points on 12-for-15 shooting from the field.
Arkansas could have their way on the offensive side of the ball as their high-octane offense squares off against one of the worst defenses in the country. Since the 2017-18 season, the Razorbacks rank 57th in offensive efficiency, while Montana State ranks 323rd in defensive efficiency.
Montana State Bobcats at Arkansas Razorbacks Pick
Basketball Pick: SU Winner – Arkansas, ATS Winner – Arkansas, O/U – Over
Notes
Betting Notes (2017-Present):
Arkansas ranks 28th in blocks per game (4.8) while Montana State ranks 279th (2.1).
The Bobcats average 23.3 three pointers per game, which ranks 115th in the NCAA. The Razorbacks rank 279th in three pointers allowed per game (24.3).
Arkansas ranks 127th in steals per game (6.4) while Montana State ranks 235th (5.3).
The Razorbacks rank 118th in assists per game (14.3) while the Bobcats rank 226th (12.8).
Montana State ranks 141st in rebounds per game (36.1) while Arkansas ranks 237th in rebounds allowed per game (36.5).
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