Oakland Golden Grizzlies at Milwaukee Panthers Betting Prediction 02/16/19

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The Milwaukee Panthers (9-17, 4-9 Hor) and the Oakland Golden Grizzlies (11-16, 7-7 Hor) go head-to-head at UW-Milwaukee Panther Arena. The Panthers will attempt to put an end to their six-game losing streak. The game starts at 7 p.m. ET on Saturday, February 16, 2019, and will air on ESPN 3.

Oakland Golden Grizzlies vs. Milwaukee Panthers ATS Odds

Both teams lost in their last contest. The Panthers fell to the Detroit Titans, 90-84, while the Golden Grizzlies were defeated by the Green Bay Phoenix, 66-54.

Oakland had an offensive rebounding percentage of 31.7 (above their season average of 25.8) while Milwaukee had an offensive rebounding percentage of 43.6 (above their season average of 25.7). Milwaukee was led by DeAndre Abram, who put up 28 points and six rebounds. Brad Brechting fueled Oakland with 15 points and 15 rebounds.

In their first matchup this year, Abram led the Panthers to a 67-64 win. He produced 18 points and five rebounds. Milwaukee’s 0.557 effective field goal percentage was its largest strength over Oakland, who had a rate of 0.447.

Oakland may have a difficult time creating turnovers. Milwaukee ranks 92nd in the NCAA at avoiding errors (turnover percentage of 17.7 percent), while Oakland forces the 87th-fewest turnovers (17.7 percent).

Oakland Golden Grizzlies at Milwaukee Panthers Pick

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

Betting Notes:

  • Oakland ranks 67th in three pointers attempted per game (24.9) while Milwaukee ranks 281st in three pointers allowed per game (27.3).
  • The Panthers rank 45th in steals allowed per game (5.4) while the Golden Grizzlies rank 128th (6.5).
  • The Golden Grizzlies rank 17th in assists per game (16.8) while the Panthers rank 221st (11.6).
  • Milwaukee ranks 117th in rebounds per game (36.0) while Oakland ranks 276th (31.1).

Bettings Trends:

  • During their last five games, the Golden Grizzlies have scored an average of 67.4 points per game (8.1 below their season average) and allowed an average of 72.8 points per game (4.4 below their season average).
  • The Panthers’ average margin of defeat in their last five games has been 9.2, up from 4.5 for the season.