Omaha Mavericks vs. South Dakota Coyotes Free Prediction 02/07/19

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The Omaha Mavericks (13-9, 7-2 Summit) will be at Sanford Pentagon to clash with the South Dakota Coyotes (9-13, 3-6 Summit) in a Summit matchup. The game is scheduled to start at 8 p.m. ET on Thursday, February 7, 2019.

Omaha Mavericks at South Dakota Coyotes ATS Odds

In their last contest, the Coyotes got blown out by the Purdue Fort Wayne Mastodons, 102-71, while the Mavericks dismantled the North Dakota Fighting Hawks, 90-72.

Omaha dominated nearly every facet of the game. They had a ridiculously low turnover percentage of 7.6 (better than their season average of 13.6) and an offensive rebounding percentage of 26.7 (above their season average of 23.8). For those same stats, North Dakota had marks of 20.7 and 23.3, respectively. South Dakota, on the other hand, did a fantastic job of getting to and converting from the free throw line (22-25; 88.0 percent). Stanley Umude fueled South Dakota with 32 points and six rebounds. Meanwhile, Zach Jackson led the way for Omaha, putting up 22 points and five rebounds.

In their first matchup this season, Matt Pile led the Mavericks to a 75-68 win. He recorded a double-double with 12 points and 14 rebounds. The Mavericks’ 40.0 offensive rebounding percentage was their largest strength over the Coyotes, who had a mark of 22.6.

Omaha may have a difficult time creating turnovers. South Dakota ranks 56th in the nation at avoiding errors (turnover percentage of 17.0 percent), while Omaha forces the 196th-most turnovers (19.0 percent).

Omaha Mavericks vs. South Dakota Coyotes Free Pick

Prediction: SU Winner – Omaha, ATS Winner – Omaha, O/U – Under

Betting Notes:

  • South Dakota ranks 57th in three pointers allowed per game (20.4) while Omaha ranks 249th (25.8).
  • The Coyotes rank 270th in rebounds per game (31.8) while the Mavericks rank 274th (31.5).
  • The Coyotes rank 35th in assists allowed per game (11.2) while the Mavericks rank 187th (14.3).
  • Omaha allows the 30th-fewest steals per game (5.2) while South Dakota ranks 44th (5.4).

Bettings Trends:

  • During their last five games, the Mavericks have scored an average of 80.6 points per game (1.0 above their season average) and allowed an average of 74.6 points per game (3.4 below their season average).
  • The Coyotes’ average margin of defeat in their last five games has been 6.6, up from 1.4 for the season.