The No. 1 Kansas Jayhawks (9-0) hope to remain undefeated when they challenge the South Dakota Coyotes (6-5) at Allen Fieldhouse. The game starts at 8 p.m. ET on Tuesday, December 18, 2018.
South Dakota Coyotes vs. Kansas Jayhawks Free Prediction
In the Coyotes’ last contest, they thoroughly outplayed the York (NE) Panthers, 83-58. The Coyotes had a much better free throw rate (0.266 vs. 0.055) and had a much better turnover percentage (9.8 vs. 24.4). South Dakota was lifted by Trey Burch-Manning, who put up 22 points and eight rebounds.
The Jayhawks were victorious over the No. 10 Michigan State Spartans in their last contest, 92-87. Kansas’ turnover percentage was their largest advantage over Michigan State. The Jayhawks had a rate of 11.6, while the Spartans posted a mark of 19.5. With 20 points, 14 rebounds and six assists, Dedric Lawson had a solid game for Kansas.
Based on historical performance heading into this one, ball security could play a key role in this battle. Dating back to the 2017-18 season, Kansas has committed the 56th-fewest miscues in the NCAA (turnover percentage of 16.8 percent), while the gambling defense of South Dakota has forced the 59th-most (opponents’ turnover percentage of 20.4 percent). Additionally, the Coyotes, who rank 59th in free throw attempt (FTA) rate (0.264), will square off against the Jayhawks, who rank 50th in opponents’ FTA rate (0.178).
South Dakota Coyotes vs. Kansas Jayhawks Pick
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Notes
Betting Notes (2017-Present):
South Dakota ranks 59th in three pointers allowed per game (22.1) while Kansas ranks 249th (25.1).
The Jayhawks rank 53rd in rebounds per game (36.2) while the Coyotes rank 228th (36.4).
South Dakota ranks 10th in assists allowed per game (10.9) while Kansas ranks 155th (13.1).
The Jayhawks average 4.0 blocks per game, which ranks 81st in the NCAA. The Coyotes rank 134th in blocks allowed per game (3.4).
Kansas is eighth in the country with 5.3 steals allowed per game while South Dakota is 21st with 4.8 steals allowed per game.
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