The Loyola Chicago Ramblers and UMKC Kangaroos commence the new season at Joseph J. Gentile Center. The game begins at 9 p.m. ET on Tuesday, November 6, 2018.
UMKC Kangaroos vs. Loyola Chicago Ramblers Betting Prediction
Last season, Loyola Chicago went 28-5 in the regular season, which earned them an 11 seed in the tournament. They reached the Final Four, where the Michigan Wolverines defeated them. Meanwhile, UMKC was unable make the tournament following a 10-22 regular season.
Looking at effective field goal percentage, Loyola Chicago figures to have a substantial advantage. Last season, the Ramblers defense ranked 39th in effective field goal percentage allowed (0.474), while the UMKC offense ranked 298th in effective field goal percentage (0.483). Also, the Kangaroos ranked 339th in offensive rebounding percentage (21.8 percent), while the Ramblers ranked 56th in defensive rebounding percentage (74.4 percent).
The Ramblers won the sole game against the Kangaroos last season, 66-56. Loyola Chicago had a much better effective field goal percentage (0.544 vs. 0.373). UMKC, on the other hand, had a much better offensive rebounding percentage (28.9 vs. 21.4).
UMKC Kangaroos at Loyola Chicago Ramblers Pick
College Basketball Prediction: SU Winner – Loyola Chicago, ATS Winner – Loyola Chicago, O/U – Under
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Notes
Betting Notes (2017-Present):
Loyola Chicago ranks 12th in rebounds allowed per game (30.5) while UMKC ranks 312th (40.5).
The Kangaroos rank 29th in three pointers attempted per game (26.4) while the Ramblers rank 272nd (18.4).
Loyola Chicago ranks 49th in assists per game (15.6) while UMKC ranks 285th (11.1).
The Kangaroos average 6.3 steals per game, which ranks 133rd in the country. The Ramblers rank 189th in steals allowed per game (6.6).
UMKC ranks 220th in blocks per game (2.5) while Loyola Chicago ranks 232nd (2.4).
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