Portland State Vikings at Idaho State Bengals ATS Prediction 02/02/19

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The Idaho State Bengals (7-12, 3-7 BigSky) welcome the Portland State Vikings (9-11, 4-5 BigSky) to Holt Arena. The Bengals will attempt to put an end to their five-game losing streak. Action gets underway at 9:05 p.m. ET on Saturday, February 2, 2019.

Portland State Vikings at Idaho State Bengals ATS Odds

In their last contest, the Bengals lost to the Sacramento State Hornets, 74-58, while the Vikings edged the Weber State Wildcats, 76-75.

Portland State’s rebounding was their largest advantage. The Vikings had 19 offensive rebounds and 44 total rebounds, while the Wildcats had six and 27, respectively. Idaho State, on the other hand, did a great job of making free throws (12-17; 70.6 percent). Idaho State’s Brandon Boyd had a good game, putting up 17 points. Portland State was led by Jamie Orme, who contributed 18 points.

The Vikings dominated this series last year, securing victories in both contests. In the most recent game, Portland State won 91-77. The Vikings’ 6.0 turnover percentage was their largest strength over the Bengals, who had a mark of 15.6. This is the first time these teams will clash this year.

This has potential to be a sloppy game for the offense of Idaho State. Idaho State ranks 148th in the country in ball protection (turnover percentage of 18.5 percent), while the pesky defense of Portland State forces the 30th-most turnovers in the nation (22.8 percent).

Portland State vs. Idaho State Betting Pick

College Basketball Pick: SU Winner – Portland State, ATS Winner – Portland State, O/U – Under

Betting Notes:

  • Portland State ranks eighth in rebounds per game (41.8) while Idaho State ranks 240th (33.7).
  • The Bengals rank 50th in three pointers attempted per game (25.9) while the Vikings rank 101st (24.0).
  • Idaho State averages 3.3 blocks per game, which is ranked 100th in the NCAA. Portland State ranks 128th in blocks allowed per game (3.7).
  • The Vikings rank eighth in steals per game (9.3) while the Bengals rank 195th (5.1).
  • Portland State ranks 128th in assists per game (13.7) while Idaho State ranks 200th in assists allowed per game (14.7).

Bettings Trends:

  • During their last five games, the Bengals have scored an average of 64.6 points per game (8.4 below their season average) and allowed an average of 82.2 points per game (4.1 above their season average).
  • The Vikings’ average margin of victory in their last five games has been 1.8, down from 3.2 for the season.