Akron Zips vs. Buffalo Bulls ATS Prediction 02/26/19

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The 21st-ranked Buffalo Bulls (24-3, 12-2 MAC) and their phenomenal offense host the Akron Zips (15-12, 7-7 MAC) and their exceptional defense. Action starts at 7 p.m. ET on Tuesday, February 26, 2019.

Akron Zips vs. Buffalo Bulls Betting Odds

Both teams were victorious in their last game. The Bulls won big over the Kent State Golden Flashes 80-57, while the Zips beat the Miami (OH) RedHawks 70-58.

Akron’s effective field goal percentage was their largest advantage over Miami (OH). The Zips had a rate of 0.578 (above their season average of 0.482), while the RedHawks posted a mark of 0.361 (below their season average of 0.512). The Bulls, meanwhile, forced 24 turnovers, while the Golden Flashes had a free throw rate of 0.158 (below their season average of 0.254). Buffalo was lifted by Nick Perkins, who recorded 27 points and six rebounds. Tyler Cheese had a good outing for Akron, contributing 27 points and five rebounds.

In their first matchup this season, CJ Massinburg led the Bulls to a 76-70 victory. He scored a game-high 21 points. Buffalo made good use of their 26 trips to the charity stripe, converting on 21 of them (80.8 percent). Akron, on the other hand, was just 4-7 (57.1 percent).

This battle pits one of the country’s top offenses against one of its elite defenses. Buffalo currently ranks 15th in offensive efficiency and Akron ranks 10th in defensive efficiency. Moreover, the Zips rank 56th in turnover percentage (16.8 percent), while the Bulls rank 50th in opponents’ turnover percentage (21.7 percent).

Akron Zips vs. Buffalo Bulls Odds Pick

Basketball Tip: SU Winner – Buffalo, ATS Winner – Akron, O/U – Under

Betting Notes:

  • Buffalo ranks 11th in rebounds per game (40.7) while Akron ranks 270th in rebounds allowed per game (38.6).
  • The Zips rank 34th in blocks allowed per game (2.6) while the Bulls rank 83rd (3.1).
  • Buffalo is 30th in the nation with 5.2 steals allowed per game while Akron is 35th with 5.3 steals allowed per game.
  • The Bulls rank 14th in assists per game (17.0) while the Zips rank 207th (12.1).
  • Akron averages 28.4 three pointers per game, which ranks 13th in the nation. Buffalo ranks 138th in three pointers allowed per game (22.0).

Bettings Trends:

  • The Bulls’ average margin of victory in their last five games has been 19.2, up from 14.9 for the season.
  • During their last five games, the Zips have scored an average of 67.4 points per game (2.1 below their season average) and allowed an average of 63.4 points per game (0.8 above their season average).