The Texas A&M-Corpus Christi Islanders (9-11, 4-3 SthLnd) will be at Sharp Gymnasium to go head-to-head against the Houston Baptist Huskies (6-13, 2-6 SthLnd) in a SthLnd matchup. Action starts at 8 p.m. ET on Saturday, February 2, 2019.
Texas A&M-Corpus Christi Islanders at Houston Baptist Huskies ATS Odds
In their last outing, the Huskies defeated the UIW Cardinals, 96-92, while the Islanders fell to the Abilene Christian Wildcats, 78-71.
The Huskies had a fantastic offensive rebounding percentage of 42.9 (above their season average of 36.7) and had a better turnover percentage (18.0 vs. 20.3). Texas A&M-Corpus Christi, meanwhile, did a great job of converting from the charity stripe (19-24; 79.2 percent). Braxton Bonds had a good outing for Houston Baptist with 27 points. Meanwhile, Irshaad Hunte had a solid performance for Texas A&M-Corpus Christi, contributing 15 points and six rebounds.
The Islanders dominated this series last year, securing victories in both games. In the last matchup, Texas A&M-Corpus Christi won 92-87. The Islanders’ turnover percentage was their largest advantage over the Huskies. Texas A&M-Corpus Christi had a rate of 14.5, while Houston Baptist posted a mark of 15.2. This is the first time these teams will clash this year.
The battle on the backboards could prove decisive, pitting strength against strength. The Huskies rank 13th in offensive rebounding percentage (37.0 percent), while Texas A&M-Corpus Christi ranks 40th in defensive rebounding percentage (75.6 percent).
Texas A&M-Corpus Christi Islanders vs. Houston Baptist Huskies Free Pick
Prediction: SU Winner – Houston Baptist, ATS Winner – Houston Baptist, O/U – Over
Betting Notes:
- Texas A&M-Corpus Christi ranks 124th in assists allowed per game (13.0) while Houston Baptist ranks 229th (15.3).
- The Islanders rank 210th in three pointers attempted per game (20.5) while the Huskies rank 248th (19.3).
- Texas A&M-Corpus Christi ranks 108th in blocks per game (3.3) while Houston Baptist ranks 144th in blocks allowed per game (4.0).
- The Huskies average 7.6 steals per game, which ranks 50th in the country. The Islanders rank 129th in steals allowed per game (6.7).
- Texas A&M-Corpus Christi averages 38.0 rebounds per game, which ranks 64th in the NCAA. Houston Baptist ranks 111th in rebounds allowed per game (33.9).
Bettings Trends:
- The Islanders have been outscored by an average of 2.2 points in their last five games. On the season, Texas A&M-Corpus Christi has defeated opponents by an average of 0.8 points.
- During their last five games, the Huskies have scored an average of 73.8 points per game (6.2 below their season average) and allowed an average of 77.4 points per game (4.9 below their season average).
