Kentucky Wildcats vs. Ole Miss Rebels Free Prediction 03/05/19

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The Ole Miss Rebels (19-10, 9-7 SEC) wrap up their home schedule at The Pavilion at Ole Miss against the sixth-ranked Kentucky Wildcats (24-5, 13-3 SEC). Action begins at 9 p.m. ET on Tuesday, March 5, 2019, and can be seen on ESPN.

Kentucky Wildcats at Ole Miss Rebels Betting Odds

Both teams were beaten in their last outing. The Rebels lost a tough one against the Arkansas Razorbacks, 74-73, while the Wildcats lost big to the seventh-ranked Tennessee Volunteers, 71-52.

Kentucky had a free throw rate of 0.432 (above their season average of 0.314) while Ole Miss held Arkansas to an offensive rebounding percentage of 15.4 (below their season average of 28.5). Ole Miss was lifted by Breein Tyree, who contributed 20 points and five assists. PJ Washington led the way for Kentucky, recording 13 points.

The Wildcats won the sole contest between these two teams last season, 96-78. One of Kentucky’s largest advantages was getting to the free throw line. They had 35 free throw attempts, while Ole Miss had just 15. This is the first time these teams will battle this year.

Kentucky figures to have the advantage on the offensive side of the ball. The Wildcats rank 18th in offensive efficiency, while Ole Miss ranks 132nd in defensive efficiency.

Kentucky Wildcats vs. Ole Miss Rebels Odds Pick

Free Pick: SU Winner – Ole Miss, ATS Winner – Ole Miss, O/U – Over

Betting Notes:

  • Kentucky ranks 36th in assists allowed per game (11.1) while Ole Miss ranks 197th (14.0).
  • The Rebels rank 42nd in steals per game (7.6) while the Wildcats rank 138th (6.2).
  • Kentucky ranks 13th in blocks per game (5.0) while Ole Miss ranks 107th in blocks allowed per game (3.3).
  • The Wildcats rank 31st in rebounds per game (38.8) while the Rebels rank 191st (34.7).
  • Ole Miss ranks 146th in three pointers attempted per game (22.6) while Kentucky ranks 293rd (17.4).

Bettings Trends:

  • The Rebels have been outscored by an average of 1.4 points in their last five games. For the season, Ole Miss has defeated opponents by an average of 5.7 points.
  • During their last five games, the Wildcats have scored an average of 70.8 points per game (6.3 below their season average) and allowed an average of 63.4 points per game (1.7 below their season average).