The Arkansas Razorbacks (3-1) meet the UT Arlington Mavericks (3-2) at Bud Walton Arena. The game will air on SEC Network at 8 p.m. ET on Friday, November 23, 2018.
UT Arlington Mavericks vs. Arkansas Razorbacks Free Prediction
The Mavericks are hoping for a better outcome after their 78-64 loss to the Indiana Hoosiers in their last matchup. Indiana’s free throw rate was their biggest advantage over UT Arlington. The Hoosiers had a rate of 0.291 (above their season average of 0.234), while the Mavericks posted a mark of 0.143 (below their season average of 0.361). Edric Dennis led UT Arlington in scoring with 19 points on 6-for-15 shooting.
In the Razorbacks’ last game, they won big over the Montana State Bobcats, 90-68. Arkansas’ turnover percentage was their largest strength over Montana State. The Razorbacks had a rate of 15.8 (better than their season average of 17.6), while the Bobcats posted a mark of 25.7 (above their season average of 19.7). With 11 points and 11 assists, Arkansas’ Jalen Harris played well.
This has potential to be an error-filled game for the offense of UT Arlington. Dating back to last season, UT Arlington ranks 283rd in the nation in ball protection (turnover percentage of 20.2 percent), while the disruptive defense of Arkansas has forced the 82nd-most turnovers in the country (20.4 percent).
UT Arlington Mavericks vs. Arkansas Razorbacks Pick
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Notes
Betting Notes (2017-Present):
Arkansas ranks 13th in steals allowed per game (4.8) while UT Arlington ranks 236th (6.9).
The Mavericks rank 70th in three pointers attempted per game (24.4) while the Razorbacks rank 278th in three pointers allowed per game (24.6).
UT Arlington ranks 41st in rebounds per game (38.5) while Arkansas ranks 241st in rebounds allowed per game (36.6).
The Mavericks average 15.4 assists per game, which ranks 55th in the nation. The Razorbacks rank 171st in assists allowed per game (13.4).
UT Arlington ranks 47th in blocks allowed per game (2.7) while Arkansas ranks 151st (3.4).
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