The Western Kentucky Hilltoppers (5-4) challenge the Troy Trojans (4-5) at E.A. Diddle Arena. The game starts at 3 p.m. ET on Sunday, December 16, 2018, and will air on ESPN 3.
Troy Trojans vs. Western Kentucky Hilltoppers ATS Prediction
The last time the Trojans played, they blew out the Fort Valley State Wildcats, 95-60. The Trojans had a much better turnover percentage (8.8 vs. 30.0) and had a much better offensive rebounding percentage (36.7 vs. 27.6). Troy was lifted by Alex Hicks, who was the top scorer from either team with 19 points on 8-for-11 shooting.
The Hilltoppers lost big to the No. 25 Washington Huskies in their last outing, 73-55. Washington’s turnover percentage was their biggest advantage over Western Kentucky. The Huskies had a rate of 9.8, while the Hilltoppers posted a mark of 21.0. With 11 points and 12 rebounds, Western Kentucky’s Charles Bassey had a good game.
The prolific offense of Western Kentucky will battle against the mid-tier defense of Troy. Dating back to the 2017-18 season, the Hilltoppers rank 80th in offensive efficiency, while the Trojans are 237th in defensive efficiency. The Hilltoppers figure to have the advantage on that side of the ball.
Troy Trojans vs. Western Kentucky Hilltoppers Pick
Basketball Prediction: SU Winner – Western Kentucky, ATS Winner – Troy, O/U – Under
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Notes
Betting Notes (2017-Present):
Troy ranks 52nd in three pointers attempted per game (25.6) while Western Kentucky ranks 284th (15.4).
The Trojans rank 24th in blocks allowed per game (2.4) while the Hilltoppers rank 120th (3.4).
Western Kentucky ranks 39th in steals allowed per game (5.3) while Troy ranks 106th (6.2).
The Hilltoppers rank 156th in rebounds per game (35.7) while the Trojans rank 185th in rebounds allowed per game (36.1).
Troy ranks 144th in assists per game (13.4) while Western Kentucky ranks 153rd in assists allowed per game (13.6).
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