The Ohio Bobcats (11-13, 3-9 MAC) head to Alumni Arena to take on the 25th-ranked Buffalo Bulls (22-3, 10-2 MAC). The Bobcats will attempt to snap their five-game losing streak. Action starts at 7 p.m. ET on Tuesday, February 19, 2019.
Ohio Bobcats vs. Buffalo Bulls ATS Odds
In their last contest, the Bulls defeated the Toledo Rockets, 88-82, while the Bobcats lost to the Central Michigan Chippewas, 87-80.
The Bulls had a ridiculous offensive rebounding percentage of 100.0 (above their season average of 31.9) and had a free throw rate of 0.338 (above their season average of 0.222). Ohio, meanwhile, held Central Michigan to an effective field goal percentage of 0.454 (below their season average of 0.527). Buffalo was led by Nick Perkins, who recorded 26 points and 10 rebounds. Ben Vander Plas was a key piece for Ohio with 24 points and 13 rebounds.
The Bulls dominated this series last year, securing victories in both contests. In the most recent game, Buffalo won 108-82. Buffalo’s rebounding was their largest advantage. The Bulls had more offensive rebounds (16 vs. seven), defensive rebounds (32 vs. 25) and total rebounds (48 vs. 32). 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 Bulls rank 57th in offensive rebounding percentage (32.9 percent), while Ohio ranks 43rd in defensive rebounding percentage (75.0 percent). Moreover, the 318th-ranked offense of the Bobcats (offensive efficiency of 96.7) will face a difficult challenge against the 36th-ranked defense of the Bulls (defensive efficiency of 95.5).
Ohio Bobcats vs. Buffalo Bulls Free Pick
College Basketball Pick: SU Winner – Buffalo, ATS Winner – Ohio, O/U – Under
Betting Notes:
- Buffalo ranks 37th in steals allowed per game (5.4) while Ohio ranks 213th (8.2).
- The Bulls rank 11th in assists allowed per game (10.1) while the Bobcats rank 150th (13.4).
- Ohio ranks 36th in blocks allowed per game (2.6) while Buffalo ranks 85th (3.2).
- The Bulls rank 19th in three pointers attempted per game (28.0) while the Bobcats rank 195th (21.1).
- Ohio ranks 57th in rebounds per game (37.8) while Buffalo ranks 228th in rebounds allowed per game (37.1).
Bettings Trends:
- The Bobcats’ average margin of defeat in their last five games has been 11.8, up from 3.3 for the season.
- During their last five games, the Bulls have scored an average of 85.0 points per game (0.2 above their season average) and allowed an average of 75.8 points per game (4.2 above their season average).
