The Texas A&M Aggies and Savannah State Tigers kick off their seasons at Reed Arena. The game is scheduled to start at 9:30 p.m. ET on Wednesday, November 7, 2018.
Savannah State Tigers at Texas A&M Aggies ATS Prediction
Last season, Texas A&M went 20-12 in the regular season, which earned them a seven seed in the tournament. They reached the Sweet 16, where they fell to the Michigan Wolverines. Savannah State, meanwhile, did not make the tournament following a 15-17 regular season.
From an effective field goal percentage perspective, Texas A&M figures to have a significant edge. Last season, the Aggies defense ranked 23rd in effective field goal percentage allowed (0.469), while the Savannah State offense ranked 296th in effective field goal percentage (0.483). Moreover, the Tigers ranked 55th in turnover percentage (16.7 percent), while the Aggies ranked 332nd in opponents’ turnover percentage (15.4 percent).
The Aggies won the only game against the Tigers last season, 113-66. The Aggies had a much better offensive rebounding percentage (52.0 vs. 22.0) and had a better free throw rate (0.078 vs. 0.054).
Savannah State Tigers vs. Texas A&M Aggies Pick
Pick: SU Winner – Savannah State, ATS Winner – Savannah State, O/U – Over
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Notes
Betting Notes (2017-Present):
Texas A&M averages 41.4 rebounds per game, which ranks third in the country. Savannah State ranks 317th in rebounds allowed per game (47.7).
The Aggies rank 58th in assists per game (15.4) while the Tigers rank 310th in assists allowed per game (20.3).
Savannah State averages 40.8 three pointers per game, which ranks first in the country. Texas A&M ranks 233rd in three pointers allowed per game (23.5).
The Tigers rank fourth in steals per game (9.4) while the Aggies rank 200th (5.4).
Texas A&M ranks fifth in blocks per game (6.0) while Savannah State ranks 198th (2.8).
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