The USC Trojans (4-0) try to remain undefeated when they clash with the Pepperdine Waves (3-1) at Galen Center. The game can be seen on Pac-12 Network at 9 p.m. ET on Tuesday, November 19, 2019.
Pepperdine Waves vs. USC Trojans ATS Odds
Both teams were victorious over their last opponent. The Trojans defeated the Nevada Wolf Pack 76-66, while the Waves beat the Abilene Christian Wildcats 73-69.
Pepperdine’s 0.520 effective field goal percentage was their biggest strength over Abilene Christian, who had a rate of 0.450. The Waves’ mark was above their season average of 0.513, while the Wildcats’ was below their season average of 0.525. The Trojans, on the other hand, had a great turnover percentage of 9.8 (better than their season average of 17.7) and held the Wolf Pack to an offensive rebounding percentage of 22.5 (below the 28.0 mark opponents have averaged against USC this season). USC received a boost from Nick Rakocevic, who finished with 24 points and 11 rebounds. Colbey Ross, meanwhile played well for Pepperdine, contributing 22 points and six assists.
USC figures to have the advantage on the offensive side of the ball. Since last season, the Trojans rank 99th in effective field goal percentage (0.525), while Pepperdine ranks 320th in effective field goal percentage allowed (0.536).
Pepperdine Waves at USC Trojans Odds Pick
Basketball Tip: SU Winner – Pepperdine, ATS Winner – Pepperdine, O/U – Over
Betting Notes (2018-Present):
- USC averages 16.2 assists per game, which ranks 18th in the nation. Pepperdine ranks 236th in assists allowed per game (14.4).
- The Trojans average 6.4 steals per game, which ranks 136th in the nation. The Waves rank 142nd in steals allowed per game (6.3).
- The Trojans rank 108th in rebounds per game (36.8) while the Waves rank 304th (31.9).
- Pepperdine ranks 88th in three pointers attempted per game (24.2) while USC ranks 251st in three pointers allowed per game (24.1).
