Milwaukee Panthers at Cleveland State Vikings ATS Prediction 02/09/19

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The Cleveland State Vikings (6-19, 1-11 Hor) welcome the Milwaukee Panthers (9-15, 4-7 Hor) to Wolstein Center. The Panthers look to put an end to a five-game road losing streak. Action starts at 3 p.m. ET on Saturday, February 9, 2019.

Milwaukee Panthers at Cleveland State Vikings ATS Odds

Both teams fell in their last game. The Vikings were beaten by the Green Bay Phoenix, 82-65, while the Panthers lost a winnable game to the Youngstown State Penguins, 72-71.

Milwaukee had a better free throw rate (0.141 vs. 0.118) while Cleveland State had a much better free throw rate (0.215 vs. 0.075). Tyree Appleby was a key piece for Cleveland State with 24 points and five assists. Meanwhile, Darius Roy led the way for Milwaukee, contributing 20 points, 10 rebounds and seven assists.

In their first matchup this season, Roy led the Panthers to an 83-76 victory. He produced 24 points and five assists. One of Milwaukee’s largest strengths was getting to the free throw line. They had 29 free throw attempts, while Cleveland State had 16.

Milwaukee Panthers vs. Cleveland State Vikings Odds Pick

Basketball Tip: SU Winner – Cleveland State, ATS Winner – Cleveland State, O/U – Over

Betting Notes:

  • Cleveland State ranks 38th in three pointers attempted per game (26.4) while Milwaukee ranks 275th in three pointers allowed per game (26.9).
  • The Panthers rank 161st in rebounds per game (35.3) while the Vikings rank 276th in rebounds allowed per game (39.3).
  • The Vikings rank 96th in assists per game (14.3) while the Panthers rank 237th (11.2).
  • Milwaukee ranks 43rd in steals allowed per game (5.4) while Cleveland State ranks 163rd (7.0).

Bettings Trends:

  • During their last five games, the Panthers have scored an average of 64.6 points per game (5.6 below their season average) and allowed an average of 69.6 points per game (4.9 below their season average).
  • The Vikings’ average margin of defeat in their last five games has been 11.8, up from 5.4 for the season.