The UNI Panthers (16-17, 11-9 MVC) go head-to-head against the Bradley Braves (19-14, 11-9 MVC) in the Missouri Valley Conference Tourney at Enterprise Center. Action gets underway at 2 p.m. ET on Sunday, March 10, 2019.
UNI Panthers vs. Bradley Braves Betting Odds
Both teams won a close one over their last opponent. The Braves defeated the Loyola Chicago Ramblers 53-51, while the Panthers beat the Drake Bulldogs 60-58.
The Panthers held the Bulldogs to an offensive rebounding percentage of 9.7 (below their season average of 25.9) and an effective field goal percentage of 0.471 (below their season average of 0.546). The Braves, meanwhile, were 5-7 from the foul line (71.4 percent) and had an offensive rebounding percentage of 34.2 (above their season average of 27.9). Elijah Childs played a key role for Bradley with 10 points, 11 rebounds and five assists. Meanwhile, UNI was led by Wyatt Lohaus, who recorded 27 points.
Half-court execution will be at a premium when two of the nation’s slowest-paced teams face off. Bradley ranks 325th in possessions per game (65.6) and UNI is 337th (65.1).
UNI Panthers vs. Bradley Braves Betting Pick
Free Basketball Pick: SU Winner – Bradley, ATS Winner – Bradley, O/U – Over
Betting Notes:
- UNI ranks 114th in three pointers attempted per game (23.4) while Bradley ranks 274th (18.6).
- The Panthers are 18th in the NCAA with 2.4 blocks allowed per game while the Braves are 25th with 2.5 blocks allowed per game.
- The Braves rank 187th in rebounds per game (34.4) while the Panthers rank 252nd (32.7).
- Bradley ranks 202nd in assists per game (12.2) while UNI ranks 248th (11.0).
Bettings Trends:
- During their last five games, the Panthers have scored an average of 58.8 points per game (6.7 below their season average) and allowed an average of 59.2 points per game (6.6 below their season average).
- The Braves’ average margin of victory in their last five games has been 3.8, up from 1.6 for the season.
