The Ohio Bobcats (11-12, 3-8 MAC) will be at McGuirk Arena to meet the Central Michigan Chippewas (16-8, 5-6 MAC) in a MAC matchup. The game gets underway at 4:30 p.m. ET on Saturday, February 16, 2019.
Ohio Bobcats at Central Michigan Chippewas Betting Odds
Both teams fell in their last outing. The Chippewas fell to the Bowling Green Falcons, 79-72, while the Bobcats were defeated by the Eastern Michigan Eagles, 66-57.
Ohio held Eastern Michigan to an offensive rebounding percentage of 28.6 (below their season average of 37.8) while Central Michigan held Bowling Green to an offensive rebounding percentage of 21.9 (below their season average of 32.8). Central Michigan received a boost from Kevin McKay, who had 12 points and 10 rebounds. Jason Carter, meanwhile had a good outing for Ohio, putting up 18 points.
The Chippewas dominated this series last year, securing victories in both games. In the last contest, Central Michigan won 101-98. Central Michigan was effective at getting to and converting from the charity stripe. The Chippewas made 31 of their 36 free throws (86.1 percent), while the Bobcats were just 16-31 (51.6 percent). This will be the first matchup of the year between these two teams.
The battle on the backboards could prove decisive, pitting strength against strength. The Chippewas rank 55th in offensive rebounding percentage (33.0 percent), while Ohio ranks 31st in defensive rebounding percentage (75.5 percent).
Ohio Bobcats vs. Central Michigan Chippewas Betting Pick
Free Pick: SU Winner – Central Michigan, ATS Winner – Central Michigan, O/U – Over
Betting Notes:
- Central Michigan ranks 29th in steals per game (8.0) while Ohio ranks 201st in steals allowed per game (8.3).
- The Chippewas rank 105th in three pointers attempted per game (23.8) while the Bobcats rank 174th in three pointers allowed per game (22.8).
- Central Michigan ranks 121st in assists per game (13.8) while Ohio ranks 154th in assists allowed per game (13.7).
- The Bobcats average 37.6 rebounds per game, which ranks 66th in the nation. The Chippewas rank 238th in rebounds allowed per game (37.4).
- Ohio ranks 42nd in blocks allowed per game (2.7) while Central Michigan ranks 172nd (4.4).
Bettings Trends:
- The Chippewas have scored an equal number of points as their opponents. On the season, Central Michigan has defeated opponents by an average of 7.3 points.
- During their last five games, the Bobcats have scored an average of 61.4 points per game (7.4 below their season average) and allowed an average of 71.0 points per game (0.9 below their season average).
