The Idaho State Bengals (1-1) welcome the Pacific Tigers (2-1) to Holt Arena for their home opener. The game begins at 9 p.m. ET on Thursday, November 15, 2018.
Pacific Tigers vs. Idaho State Bengals ATS Prediction
In the Tigers’ last matchup, they thoroughly outplayed the Cal State-Stanislaus Warriors, 91-66. The Tigers had a much better offensive rebounding percentage (42.9 vs. 20.6) and had a much better free throw rate (0.444 vs. 0.308). Anthony Townes was a key piece for Pacific with 15 points and eight rebounds.
The Bengals won a close one over the Boise State Broncos in their last game, 72-70. One of Idaho State’s biggest strengths was their ability to convert at the free throw line. They were 16-19 (84.2 percent), while the Broncos were just 12-23 (52.2 percent). Jared Stutzman was the top scorer from either team with 16 points on 5-for-12 shooting from the field.
Idaho State could dominate on the offensive side of the ball as their sharp-shooting offense squares off against one of the NCAA’s worst defenses. The Bengals rank 40th in effective field goal percentage (0.547), while Pacific ranks 283rd in effective field goal percentage allowed (0.525) since the 2017-18 season.
Pacific Tigers at Idaho State Bengals Pick
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Notes
Betting Notes (2017-Present):
Idaho State ranks 78th in assists allowed per game (12.3) while Pacific ranks 227th (14.3).
The Bengals rank 190th in three pointers attempted per game (21.3) while the Tigers rank 330th (15.0).
Pacific ranks 101st in blocks per game (3.8) while Idaho State ranks 237th (2.4).
The Tigers rank 35th in steals allowed per game (5.1) while the Bengals rank 119th (5.9).
Pacific ranks 218th in rebounds per game (34.4) while Idaho State ranks 297th (32.1).
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