The UMKC Kangaroos (2-7) will attempt to put an end to their six-game losing streak when they go head-to-head with the South Dakota Coyotes (4-4) at Sanford Coyote Sports Center. The game is scheduled to start at 2 p.m. ET on Saturday, December 8, 2018.
UMKC Kangaroos at South Dakota Coyotes ATS Prediction
In the Kangaroos’ last game, they were dismantled by the Loyola Chicago Ramblers, 76-45. Loyola Chicago’s free throw rate was their biggest advantage over UMKC. The Ramblers had a rate of 0.189, while the Kangaroos posted a mark of 0.088. Brandon McKissic was UMKC’s high scorer with 15 points on 6-for-11 shooting.
The Coyotes won big over the York (NE) Panthers in their last game, 83-58. The Coyotes had a much better free throw rate (0.266 vs. 0.055) and had a much better turnover percentage (9.8 vs. 24.4). With 22 points and eight rebounds, Trey Burch-Manning put together a good performance for South Dakota.
Looking at effective field goal percentage, South Dakota should have a substantial advantage. Dating back to the 2017-18 season, the Coyotes defense ranks 53rd in effective field goal percentage allowed (0.474), while the UMKC offense ranks 290th in effective field goal percentage (0.484).
The Coyotes won the lone game against the Kangaroos last season, 82-63. The Coyotes had a much better offensive rebounding percentage (33.3 vs. 8.1) and had a better free throw rate (0.323 vs. 0.268).
UMKC Kangaroos at South Dakota Coyotes Free Pick
Prediction: SU Winner – South Dakota, O/U – Over
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Notes
Betting Notes (2017-Present):
South Dakota ranks 30th in assists allowed per game (10.9) while UMKC ranks 245th (14.0).
The Kangaroos rank 64th in three pointers attempted per game (26.1) while the Coyotes rank 244th (19.7).
South Dakota ranks 119th in rebounds allowed per game (34.1) while UMKC ranks 271st (40.0).
The Coyotes rank 21st in steals allowed per game (4.9) while the Kangaroos rank 133rd (5.5).
UMKC ranks 197th in blocks per game (2.6) while South Dakota ranks 251st (2.0).
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