The UT Martin Skyhawks (1-2) go head-to-head with the Western Illinois Leathernecks (2-2) at Skyhawk Arena. The game is scheduled to start at 4:30 p.m. ET on Wednesday, November 21, 2018.
Western Illinois Leathernecks vs. UT Martin Skyhawks Betting Prediction
The Leathernecks are hoping for a better outcome after their 68-66 loss to the Eastern Illinois Panthers in their last contest. Eastern Illinois’ turnover percentage was their largest strength over Western Illinois. The Panthers had a rate of 11.2 (better than their season average of 22.4), while the Leathernecks posted a mark of 18.2 (above their season average of 14.4). Western Illinois’ Brandon Gilbeck played well, finishing with nine points, 19 rebounds and nine blocks.
In the Skyhawks’ previous matchup, they fell to the Mercer Bears, 77-60. Mercer’s 14.0 turnover percentage was their largest advantage over UT Martin, who had a mark of 20.8. UT Martin’s Derek Hawthorne, Jr. contributed 13 points, seven rebounds and five assists in the contest.
UT Martin may have trouble getting to the foul line in this battle. Since last season, the Skyhawks rank 345th in the NCAA with a free throw attempt (FTA) rate of 0.176, while Western Illinois ranks 19th in FTA rate allowed (0.183).
Western Illinois Leathernecks at UT Martin Skyhawks Betting Pick
College Basketball Prediction: SU Winner – UT Martin, ATS Winner – Western Illinois, O/U – Over
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Notes
Betting Notes (2017-Present):
Western Illinois ranks 91st in assists allowed per game (12.4) while UT Martin ranks 311th (16.6).
The Skyhawks rank 91st in steals per game (6.7) while the Leathernecks rank 232nd (5.3).
UT Martin ranks 201st in three pointers attempted per game (21.2) while Western Illinois ranks 274th in three pointers allowed per game (24.2).
The Leathernecks average 35.9 rebounds per game, which ranks 150th in the nation. The Skyhawks rank 215th in rebounds allowed per game (35.9).
Western Illinois allows the seventh-fewest blocks per game (2.3) while UT Martin ranks 48th (2.7).
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