UT Arlington Mavericks vs. Troy Trojans Betting Prediction 03/02/19

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The Troy Trojans (11-16, 4-11 SBC) close out their home schedule at Trojan Arena against the UT Arlington Mavericks (14-15, 10-6 SBC). Action begins at 3 p.m. ET on Saturday, March 2, 2019.

UT Arlington Mavericks at Troy Trojans Betting Odds

In their last outing, the Trojans lost to the Texas State Bobcats, 58-44, while the Mavericks easily got past the South Alabama Jaguars, 75-57.

The Mavericks had an absurd effective field goal percentage of 0.710 (above their season average of 0.457) and had an offensive rebounding percentage of 39.1 (above their season average of 31.2). Troy, meanwhile, forced Texas State into a turnover percentage of 19.3 (above the 15.4 mark opponents have averaged against Troy this season). Troy rallied around Alex Hicks, who put up 13 points and eight rebounds. Meanwhile, Edric Dennis had a good game for UT Arlington, contributing 15 points and six rebounds.

The Mavericks won the only contest between these two teams last year, 86-76. UT Arlington had a better effective field goal percentage (0.590 vs. 0.500). Troy, on the other hand, had a much better free throw rate (0.226 vs. 0.104). This is the first time these teams will battle this year.

UT Arlington should have an advantage on the offensive glass in this matchup. The Mavericks rank 91st in offensive rebounding percentage (31.4 percent), while Troy ranks 277th in defensive rebounding percentage (69.5 percent).

UT Arlington Mavericks vs. Troy Trojans Betting Pick

Basketball Tip: SU Winner – UT Arlington, ATS Winner – UT Arlington, O/U – Over

Betting Notes:

  • Troy ranks sixth in blocks allowed per game (2.0) while UT Arlington ranks 156th (3.9).
  • The Mavericks average 6.5 steals per game, which ranks 110th in the NCAA. The Trojans rank 113th in steals allowed per game (6.2).
  • The Mavericks average 37.7 rebounds per game, which ranks 62nd in the nation. The Trojans rank 182nd in rebounds allowed per game (35.5).
  • UT Arlington ranks 114th in three pointers attempted per game (23.3) while Troy ranks 154th in three pointers allowed per game (22.7).

Bettings Trends:

  • The Mavericks have outscored opponents by an average of 0.6 points in their last five games. On the season, UT Arlington has been defeated by an average of 1.4 points.
  • During their last five games, the Trojans have scored an average of 58.8 points per game (14.3 below their season average) and allowed an average of 71.6 points per game (3.4 below their season average).