Miami (OH) RedHawks vs. Ohio Bobcats Free Prediction 03/08/19

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The Ohio Bobcats (13-16, 5-12 MAC) welcome the Miami (OH) RedHawks (15-15, 7-10 MAC) to Convocation Center as the regular season wraps up. Action gets underway at 7 p.m. ET on Friday, March 8, 2019.

Miami (OH) RedHawks vs. Ohio Bobcats ATS Odds

Both teams were beaten in their last outing. The Bobcats lost a tough one against the 19th-ranked Buffalo Bulls, 82-79, while the RedHawks were beaten by the Kent State Golden Flashes, 75-66.

Miami (OH) did a fantastic job of making free throws (14-19; 73.7 percent) while Ohio forced Buffalo into a turnover percentage of 19.0 (above their season average of 13.9). Doug Taylor had a solid performance for Ohio, contributing 20 points and six rebounds. Meanwhile, Miami (OH) received a boost from Nike Sibande, who recorded 21 points and 10 rebounds.

In their first matchup this season, Bam Bowman led the RedHawks to a 79-59 victory. He notched a double-double with 23 points and 12 rebounds. One of Miami (OH)’s largest advantages was getting to the free throw line. They made 31 trips to the line, while Ohio went 21 times.

This contest should be a battle of opposite paces. Ohio has preferred to play fast (69th in possessions per game), while Miami (OH) has been slower-paced (239th in possessions per game).

Miami (OH) vs. Ohio Betting Pick

Prediction: SU Winner – Ohio, ATS Winner – Ohio, O/U – Under

Betting Notes:

  • Miami (OH) ranks 46th in three pointers attempted per game (25.8) while Ohio ranks 216th (20.5).
  • The RedHawks average 5.9 steals per game, which ranks 158th in the nation. The Bobcats rank 210th in steals allowed per game (7.8).
  • Ohio ranks 27th in blocks allowed per game (2.5) while Miami (OH) ranks 75th (3.0).
  • The Bobcats rank 71st in assists per game (14.8) while the RedHawks rank 241st (11.3).
  • Miami (OH) ranks 85th in rebounds per game (36.9) while Ohio ranks 204th in rebounds allowed per game (36.1).

Bettings Trends:

  • The RedHawks have been outscored by an average of 2.6 points in their last five games. On the season, Miami (OH) has defeated opponents by an average of 2.4 points.
  • During their last five games, the Bobcats have scored an average of 76.8 points per game (6.2 above their season average) and allowed an average of 82.0 points per game (7.8 above their season average).