The Pittsburgh Panthers (2-0) take on the Troy Trojans (1-1) at the Petersen Events Center. The game can be seen on ACC Network at 7 p.m. ET on Monday, November 12, 2018.
Troy Trojans vs. Pittsburgh Panthers ATS Prediction
The Trojans are hoping for a better outcome after their 62-58 loss to the Saint Louis Billikens in their last game. Saint Louis’ turnover percentage was their biggest advantage over Troy. The Billikens had a rate of 14.3, while the Trojans posted a mark of 19.8. Jordon Varnado was the top scorer from either team with 20 points on 7-for-19 shooting.
In the Panthers’ previous game, they dismantled the VMI Keydets, 94-55. The Panthers had a much better effective field goal percentage (0.760 vs. 0.381) and had a much better offensive rebounding percentage (35.0 vs. 18.6). With 14 points and 10 assists, Pittsburgh’s Xavier Johnson had a good performance.
Pittsburgh could have a difficult time creating turnovers. Since last season, Troy ranks 105th in the nation at avoiding errors (turnover percentage of 17.6 percent), while Pittsburgh has forced the 33rd-fewest turnovers (16.2 percent).
Troy Trojans at Pittsburgh Panthers ATS Pick
College Basketball Pick: SU Winner – Troy, ATS Winner – Troy, O/U – Over
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Notes
Betting Notes (2017-Present):
Troy ranks 30th in blocks allowed per game (2.5) while Pittsburgh ranks 227th (4.2).
The Trojans rank 76th in assists allowed per game (12.1) while the Panthers rank 259th (14.8).
Troy ranks 133rd in rebounds per game (36.1) while Pittsburgh ranks 294th (32.1).
The Trojans average 26.2 three pointers per game, which ranks 35th in the NCAA. The Panthers rank 193rd in three pointers allowed per game (22.6).
Troy ranks 239th in steals per game (5.2) while Pittsburgh ranks 271st (4.5).
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