The Southern Illinois Salukis (2-2) go head-to-head against the Massachusetts Minutemen (3-2) in the Las Vegas Classic at Orleans Arena. The game starts at 1:30 p.m. ET on Thursday, November 22, 2018.
Southern Illinois Salukis vs. Massachusetts Minutemen ATS Prediction
In the Salukis’ last contest, they topped the Howard Bison, 83-69. The Salukis knocked down 11 of their 14 free throws (78.6 percent) and had an offensive rebounding percentage of 43.8 (above their season average of 26.7). Southern Illinois rallied around Sean Lloyd Jr., who recorded 17 points, seven rebounds and five assists.
The Minutemen had no trouble getting past the UAPB Golden Lions in their last game, 92-60. The Minutemen had a great offensive rebounding percentage of 32.3 (above their season average of 23.8), while the Golden Lions had a turnover percentage of 22.3 (above their season average of 17.2). With five points, 11 assists and 10 rebounds, Massachusetts’ Luwane Pipkins had a solid performance.
Southern Illinois Salukis vs. Massachusetts Minutemen Betting Pick
College Basketball Pick: SU Winner – Massachusetts, ATS Winner – Massachusetts, O/U – Over
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Notes
Betting Notes (2017-Present):
Southern Illinois ranks 46th in steals per game (7.4) while Massachusetts ranks 266th (4.9).
The Salukis rank 87th in assists allowed per game (12.3) while the Minutemen rank 297th (16.0).
Massachusetts ranks 164th in three pointers attempted per game (22.1) while Southern Illinois ranks 297th (18.3).
The Minutemen rank 282nd in rebounds per game (33.2) while the Salukis rank 289th (33.0).
Southern Illinois ranks 123rd in blocks per game (3.6) while Massachusetts ranks 125th in blocks allowed per game (3.2).
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