Saint Louis Billikens at Dayton Flyers Free Prediction 02/23/19

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The Saint Louis Billikens (17-9, 8-5 A10) will be at University of Dayton Arena to challenge the Dayton Flyers (17-9, 9-4 A10) in an A10 matchup. Action begins at 4 p.m. ET on Saturday, February 23, 2019, and can be seen on CBS Sports Network.

Saint Louis Billikens vs. Dayton Flyers ATS Odds

Both teams were victorious in their last game. The Flyers edged the Davidson Wildcats 74-73, while the Billikens defeated the La Salle Explorers 62-49.

Saint Louis dominated nearly every facet of the game. They had a superb free throw rate of 0.260 (above their season average of 0.253) and an effective field goal percentage of 0.490 (above their season average of 0.464). For those same stats, La Salle put up marks of 0.095 and 0.341, respectively. The Flyers, on the other hand, made 19 of their 26 free throws (73.1 percent) and had a better effective field goal percentage (0.550 vs. 0.491). Dayton was led by Obi Toppin, who put up 18 points and 12 rebounds. Meanwhile, Tramaine Isabell was a key piece for Saint Louis with 23 points and 10 rebounds.

In their first matchup this season, D.J. Foreman led the Billikens to a 73-60 victory. He was the game’s leading scorer with 18 points. One of Saint Louis’ biggest advantages was getting to the charity stripe. They had 32 free throw attempts, while Dayton had just 15.

Half-court execution will be at a premium when two of the nation’s slowest-paced teams battle. Dayton currently ranks 294th in possessions per game (66.7) and Saint Louis is 286th (66.9).

Saint Louis Billikens vs. Dayton Flyers Free Pick

Pick: SU Winner – Dayton, ATS Winner – Saint Louis, O/U – Over

Betting Notes:

  • Saint Louis ranks 65th in three pointers allowed per game (20.4) while Dayton ranks 245th (25.0).
  • The Billikens rank 48th in steals per game (7.5) while the Flyers rank 199th (5.0).
  • Saint Louis averages 4.1 blocks per game, which ranks 53rd in the NCAA. Dayton ranks 68th in blocks allowed per game (3.0).
  • The Flyers rank 17th in assists per game (16.5) while the Billikens rank 175th (12.8).
  • Saint Louis ranks 23rd in rebounds per game (39.6) while Dayton ranks 180th (35.0).

Bettings Trends:

  • During their last five games, the Billikens have scored an average of 64.6 points per game (2.3 below their season average) and allowed an average of 64.6 points per game (0.8 above their season average).
  • The Flyers’ average margin of victory in their last five games has been 4.0, down from 6.3 for the season.