Idaho Vandals vs. Southern Utah Thunderbirds ATS Prediction 02/23/19

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The Idaho Vandals (4-22, 1-14 BigSky) and the Southern Utah Thunderbirds (13-12, 8-8 BigSky) face off at Centrum Arena. The Vandals will attempt to put an end to their 12-game losing streak. The game is scheduled to start at 4 p.m. ET on Saturday, February 23, 2019.

Idaho Vandals vs. Southern Utah Thunderbirds Betting Odds

In their last contest, the Thunderbirds were victorious over the Eastern Washington Eagles, 76-62, while the Vandals lost big to the Northern Arizona Lumberjacks, 75-54.

The Thunderbirds, who came into the game averaging an offensive rebounding percentage of 24.2, had a solid mark of 30.0 and had an effective field goal percentage of 0.573 (above their season average of 0.508). Idaho, meanwhile, did a terrific job of making free throws (7-8; 87.5 percent). Southern Utah was lifted by Dre Marin, who put up 20 points and seven rebounds. Meanwhile, Jared Rodriguez played a key role for Idaho with 11 points and 10 rebounds.

In their first matchup this season, Andre Adams led the Thunderbirds to a 75-64 win. He notched a double-double with 23 points and 14 rebounds. Southern Utah’s 0.304 free throw rate was their largest advantage over Idaho, who had a mark of 0.111.

It will be a showdown of conflicting styles as the fast-breaking Thunderbirds will look to push the more half-court-oriented Vandals. The Thunderbirds rank 26th in possessions per game while the Vandals are 290th.

Idaho Vandals at Southern Utah Thunderbirds Odds Pick

Basketball Pick: SU Winner – Southern Utah, ATS Winner – Southern Utah, O/U – Over

Betting Notes:

  • Southern Utah ranks 105th in three pointers attempted per game (23.7) while Idaho ranks 263rd in three pointers allowed per game (25.9).
  • The Thunderbirds rank 141st in steals per game (6.0) while the Vandals rank 230th (4.1).
  • The Thunderbirds rank 87th in rebounds per game (37.1) while the Vandals rank 242nd (33.0).
  • Southern Utah ranks 108th in assists allowed per game (12.6) while Idaho ranks 255th (16.0).

Bettings Trends:

  • During their last five games, the Vandals have scored an average of 57.8 points per game (9.2 below their season average) and allowed an average of 83.6 points per game (7.4 above their season average).
  • The Thunderbirds’ average margin of victory in their last five games has been 2.4, up from 0.7 for the season.