The Iowa Hawkeyes get their season going against the UMKC Kangaroos (0-1) at Carver-Hawkeye Arena. The game starts at 8:05 p.m. ET on Thursday, November 8, 2018.
UMKC Kangaroos at Iowa Hawkeyes ATS Prediction
The last time the Kangaroos played, they were dismantled by the Loyola Chicago Ramblers, 76-45. Loyola Chicago’s free throw rate was their largest 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 leading scorer with 15 points on 6-for-11 shooting.
Last season, Iowa was unable reach the tournament following a 14-19 regular season campaign.
The offensive glass should be a huge edge for Iowa in this meeting. The Hawkeyes rank 32nd in offensive rebounding percentage (34.1 percent), while UMKC ranks 310th in defensive rebounding percentage (68.1 percent) since the 2017-18 season.
UMKC Kangaroos at Iowa Hawkeyes Pick
College Basketball Prediction: SU Winner – Iowa, ATS Winner – Iowa, O/U – Under
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Notes
Betting Notes (2017-Present):
Iowa ranks fifth in assists per game (18.2) while UMKC ranks 284th (10.9).
The Hawkeyes rank 54th in rebounds per game (38.1) while the Kangaroos rank 320th in rebounds allowed per game (40.7).
UMKC ranks 34th in three pointers attempted per game (26.2) while Iowa ranks 218th (20.4).
The Hawkeyes rank 67th in blocks per game (4.1) while the Kangaroos rank 229th (2.5).
UMKC ranks 116th in steals per game (6.5) while Iowa ranks 235th (5.2).
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