The Toledo Rockets (4-1) clash against the UC Irvine Anteaters (6-0) in the Gulf Coast Showcase at Germain Arena. The game is scheduled to start at 7:30 p.m. ET on Wednesday, November 21, 2018.
UC Irvine Anteaters vs. Toledo Rockets ATS Prediction
The Anteaters come in on a high note after topping the Tulane Green Wave in their last matchup, 67-55. The Anteaters had a much better offensive rebounding percentage (36.6 vs. 26.2) and held the Green Wave to an effective field goal percentage of 0.373 (below their season average of 0.526). Elston Jones played well for UC Irvine, putting up 10 points and nine rebounds.
The last time the Rockets played, they were victorious over the Louisiana Ragin’ Cajuns, 77-64. The Rockets held the Ragin’ Cajuns to an effective field goal percentage of 0.389 (below their season average of 0.593). The Ragin’ Cajuns had a free throw rate of 0.111 (below their season average of 0.214). With 13 points and 16 rebounds, Willie Jackson played well for Toledo.
This battle pits one of the country’s top offenses against one of its elite defenses. Toledo ranks 19th in offensive efficiency and UC Irvine is 22nd in defensive efficiency dating back to last season. Also, the Anteaters, who rank 282nd in free throw attempt (FTA) rate (0.208), could have a difficult time getting to the line against the Rockets, who rank 26th in opponents’ FTA rate (0.186).
UC Irvine Anteaters vs. Toledo Rockets Free Pick
Prediction: SU Winner – UC Irvine, O/U – Under
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Notes
Betting Notes (2017-Present):
UC Irvine ranks fifth in rebounds per game (41.7) while Toledo ranks 161st in rebounds allowed per game (34.9).
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