The Akron Zips (1-0) challenge the Youngstown State Penguins (0-1) at Wolstein Center. The game is scheduled to start at 4:30 p.m. ET on Saturday, November 10, 2018.
Youngstown State Penguins vs. Akron Zips Betting Prediction
In the Penguins’ last matchup, they were topped by the Pittsburgh Panthers, 69-53. Pittsburgh’s free throw rate was their biggest strength over Youngstown State. The Panthers had a rate of 0.236, while the Penguins posted a mark of 0.134. Kendale Hampton led Youngstown State in scoring with 15 points on 4-for-11 shooting.
The Zips had no trouble getting past the Cedarville Yellow Jackets in their last outing, 70-50. The Zips had a much better free throw rate (0.183 vs. 0.016) and had a much better effective field goal percentage (0.492 vs. 0.389). With 12 points and 11 rebounds, Akron’s Jimond Ivey had a good outing.
It could be a mistake-prone game for the Akron offense. Dating back to last season, Akron ranks 265th in the nation in ball protection (turnover percentage of 19.8 percent), while the ball-hawking defense of Youngstown State has forced the 54th-most turnovers in the country (21.1 percent).
Youngstown State Penguins vs. Akron Zips ATS Pick
Basketball Prediction: SU Winner – Youngstown State, ATS Winner – Youngstown State, O/U – Over
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Notes
Betting Notes (2017-Present):
Youngstown State ranks 11th in steals per game (8.3) while Akron ranks 173rd (5.9).
The Zips rank 144th in assists allowed per game (13.2) while the Penguins rank 289th (16.2).
Youngstown State ranks 103rd in rebounds per game (36.6) while Akron ranks 238th (33.9).
The Zips rank 24th in three pointers attempted per game (26.7) while the Penguins rank 126th (22.7).
Youngstown State ranks 75th in blocks per game (4.0) while Akron ranks 162nd in blocks allowed per game (3.6).
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