The No. 19 Michigan Wolverines and Norfolk State Spartans kick off their seasons at Crisler Center. The game is scheduled to begin at 8:30 p.m. ET on Tuesday, November 6, 2018.
Norfolk State Spartans at Michigan Wolverines Free Prediction
Last season, Michigan finished the regular season with a record of 28-7, which earned them a three seed in the tournament. They made it to the National Championship, where they were defeated by the Villanova Wildcats. Meanwhile, Norfolk State did not reach the tournament following a 14-19 regular season.
When considering effective field goal percentage, Michigan should have a significant edge. In the 2017-18 season, the Wolverines defense ranked 42nd in effective field goal percentage allowed (0.476), while the Norfolk State offense ranked 256th in effective field goal percentage (0.494). Moreover, the Spartans, who ranked 55th in offensive rebounding percentage (33.1 percent), will go head-to-head against the Wolverines, who ranked 46th in defensive rebounding percentage (74.7 percent).
Norfolk State Spartans at Michigan Wolverines Free Pick
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Notes
Betting Notes (2017-Present):
Michigan ranks seventh in three pointers allowed per game (16.5) while Norfolk State ranks 282nd (25.1).
The Wolverines rank 10th in assists allowed per game (10.0) while the Spartans rank 230th (14.4).
Norfolk State ranks 40th in rebounds per game (38.5) while Michigan ranks 259th (33.3).
The Wolverines rank fourth in steals allowed per game (4.2) while the Spartans rank 62nd (5.5).
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