The UTSA Roadrunners (1-5) and the Houston Baptist Huskies (2-2), who both like to play fast, will go head-to-head at Sharp Gymnasium. The game starts at 8 p.m. ET on Monday, November 26, 2018.
UTSA Roadrunners vs. Houston Baptist Huskies ATS Prediction
The Roadrunners come in on a high note after beating the FGCU Eagles in their last outing, 76-65. UTSA’s offensive rebounding percentage was their largest strength over FGCU. The Roadrunners had a rate of 31.4 (above their season average of 29.7), while the Eagles posted a mark of 18.9 (below their season average of 25.0). With 21 points on 7-for-15 shooting, Jhivvan Jackson was the game’s high scorer.
The last time the Huskies were in action, they won a close one over the Wake Forest Demon Deacons, 93-91. Houston Baptist had a turnover percentage of 10.4 (better than their season average of 17.2). Wake Forest, on the other hand, had a free throw rate of 0.382 (above their season average of 0.367). With 18 points, Ian DuBose played well for Houston Baptist.
The Roadrunners won the only contest against the Huskies last season, 87-71. The Roadrunners made 25 of their 32 free throws (78.1 percent) and had a better turnover percentage (12.3 vs. 15.0).
There should be plenty of transition offense in this battle that features two of the nation’s more fast-paced teams. Houston Baptist ranks 13th in possessions per game (75.0) and UTSA is 28th (73.8) since the 2017-18 season.
UTSA at Houston Baptist Free Pick
Prediction: SU Winner – Houston Baptist, O/U – Under
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Notes
Betting Notes (2017-Present):
UTSA ranks 14th in rebounds per game (39.8) while Houston Baptist ranks 297th in rebounds allowed per game (38.3).
The Roadrunners rank 119th in assists allowed per game (12.8) while the Huskies rank 296th (16.3).
UTSA ranks 15th in three pointers attempted per game (27.6) while Houston Baptist ranks 177th (21.8).
The Roadrunners rank 49th in steals allowed per game (5.3) while the Huskies rank 195th (6.5).
UTSA ranks 177th in blocks allowed per game (3.5) while Houston Baptist ranks 273rd (5.2).
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