The Western Michigan Broncos (8-18, 2-11 MAC) travel to Convocation Center to challenge the Eastern Michigan Eagles (12-14, 6-7 MAC). The Broncos look to put an end to an eight-game road losing streak. Action begins at 2 p.m. ET on Saturday, February 23, 2019.
Western Michigan Broncos at Eastern Michigan Eagles Betting Odds
Both teams defeated their last opponent. The Eagles defeated the Toledo Rockets 76-69, while the Broncos beat the Miami (OH) RedHawks 84-79.
Western Michigan played a nearly flawless game. They had a superb free throw rate of 0.300 (above their season average of 0.268) and an effective field goal percentage of 0.550 (above their season average of 0.497). Miami (OH) put up marks of 0.239 and 0.470, respectively, for those same stats. Eastern Michigan, on the other hand, dominated nearly every facet of their game. They had a fantastic free throw rate of 0.400 (above their season average of 0.189) and a turnover percentage of 14.9 (better than their season average of 17.5). For those same stats, Toledo was 0.140 and 20.9, respectively. Elijah Minnie put together a good performance for Eastern Michigan with 23 points and nine rebounds. Western Michigan rallied around Kawanise Wilkins, who put up 26 points and seven rebounds.
In their first matchup this year, Minnie led the Eagles to a 93-67 win. He put up 29 points and seven rebounds. The Eagles’ turnover percentage was their biggest strength over the Broncos. Eastern Michigan had a rate of 8.1, while Western Michigan posted a mark of 19.0.
Eastern Michigan figures to have an edge on the offensive glass in this battle. The Eagles currently rank 12th in offensive rebounding percentage (36.5 percent), while Western Michigan ranks 203rd in defensive rebounding percentage (71.5 percent). Moreover, the Broncos rank 56th in free throw attempt (FTA) rate (0.270), while the Eagles rank 47th in opponents’ FTA rate (0.193).
Western Michigan Broncos at Eastern Michigan Eagles Betting Pick
Prediction: SU Winner – Eastern Michigan, ATS Winner – Eastern Michigan, O/U – Over
Betting Notes:
- Eastern Michigan ranks 48th in steals per game (7.5) while Western Michigan ranks 215th (4.6).
- The Broncos rank 188th in assists allowed per game (14.0) while the Eagles rank 265th (16.9).
- Eastern Michigan averages 36.4 rebounds per game, which ranks 118th in the country. Western Michigan ranks 179th in rebounds allowed per game (35.4).
- The Eagles rank 27th in blocks per game (4.6) while the Broncos rank 186th (2.4).
- Western Michigan averages 22.7 three pointers per game, which ranks 142nd in the NCAA. Eastern Michigan ranks 245th in three pointers allowed per game (25.0).
Bettings Trends:
- The Eagles have scored an equal number of points as their opponents. On the season, Eastern Michigan has defeated opponents by an average of 0.4 points.
- During their last five games, the Broncos have scored an average of 70.8 points per game (4.8 above their season average) and allowed an average of 79.8 points per game (8.6 above their season average).
