The South Dakota State Jackrabbits (4-2) and their outstanding offense visit Arizona to take on the 14th-ranked Wildcats (4-0) and their tremendous defense. Action begins at 9 p.m. ET on Thursday, November 21, 2019, and can be seen on Pac-12 Network.
South Dakota State Jackrabbits vs. Arizona Wildcats ATS Odds
Both teams were triumphant in their last game. The Wildcats had no trouble getting past the New Mexico State Aggies 83-53, while the Jackrabbits were victorious over the North Alabama Lions 78-73.
South Dakota State played a nearly flawless game. They had a ridiculous free throw rate of 0.532 (above their season average of 0.252) and an offensive rebounding percentage of 37.9 (above their season average of 31.5). North Alabama put up marks of 0.150 and 17.1, respectively, for those same stats. The Wildcats, meanwhile, made 13 of their 15 free throws (86.7 percent), while the Aggies had a turnover percentage of 24.8 (above their season average of 17.9). Arizona’s Zeke Nnaji had a good outing, putting up 19 points. Matt Dentlinger played a pivotal role for South Dakota State with 17 points and 11 rebounds.
Arizona should be expected to protect the ball well in this contest. Dating back to last season, Arizona ranks 47th in the nation at avoiding errors (turnover percentage of 16.8 percent), while South Dakota State has forced the 15th-fewest turnovers (15.9 percent). Additionally, the Jackrabbits’ 11th-ranked offense (offensive efficiency of 114.9) will go head-to-head against the Wildcats’ 51st-ranked defense (defensive efficiency of 97.2).
South Dakota State vs. Arizona Odds Pick
Free College Basketball Pick: SU Winner – Arizona, ATS Winner – South Dakota State, O/U – Under
Betting Notes (2018-Present):
- Arizona ranks 63rd in three pointers allowed per game (20.3) while South Dakota State ranks 322nd (29.1).
- The Wildcats rank 229th in blocks per game (2.5) while the Jackrabbits rank 266th (2.1).
- The Jackrabbits rank 27th in rebounds per game (39.1) while the Wildcats rank 178th (35.2).
- Arizona ranks 26th in steals allowed per game (5.1) while South Dakota State ranks 84th (5.8).
