The Iowa State Cyclones (5-1) challenge the Omaha Mavericks (3-3) at James H. Hilton Coliseum. The game is scheduled to get underway at 8 p.m. ET on Monday, November 26, 2018.
Omaha Mavericks at Iowa State Cyclones Betting Prediction
The Mavericks will be hoping for similar success after blowing out the Montana State Bobcats in their last outing, 89-65. Omaha made 14 of their 29 three pointers (48.3 percent), while Montana State was 7-26 (26.9 percent). Omaha rallied around Zach Jackson, who was the top scorer from either team with 33 points on 10-for-14 shooting.
The last time the Cyclones played, they dismantled the San Diego State Aztecs, 87-57. The Cyclones had a phenomenally low turnover percentage of 8.1 (better than their season average of 15.8) and had an offensive rebounding percentage of 40.6 (above their season average of 30.6). With 19 points and eight rebounds, Michael Jacobson had a good performance for Iowa State.
Omaha might have a tough time creating turnovers. Dating back to last season, Iowa State ranks 71st in the nation at avoiding errors (turnover percentage of 17.2 percent), while Omaha has forced the 77th-fewest turnovers (17.3 percent). Moreover, the Mavericks rank 335th in free throw attempt (FTA) rate (0.189), while the Cyclones rank 34th in opponents’ FTA rate (0.191).
Omaha Mavericks at Iowa State Cyclones Free Pick
Basketball Prediction: SU Winner – Iowa State, ATS Winner – Omaha, O/U – Under
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Notes
Betting Notes (2017-Present):
Omaha averages 22.5 three pointers per game, which ranks 146th in the country. Iowa State ranks 307th in three pointers allowed per game (25.2).
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