The California Baptist Lancers (2-2) will be in the 2K Classic – Subregional at CBU Events Center when they meet the Central Arkansas Bears (1-4). Action begins at 10 p.m. ET on Friday, November 22, 2019.
Central Arkansas Bears at California Baptist Lancers Betting Odds
Both teams lost big in their last game. The Lancers fell to the California Golden Bears, 82-62, while the Bears were defeated by the Little Rock Trojans, 76-56.
Central Arkansas did a great job of getting to and converting from the charity stripe (22-30; 73.3 percent) while California Baptist forced California into a turnover percentage of 19.4 (above their season average of 14.7). California Baptist’s Ferron Flavors Jr. had a solid performance, recording 11 points and seven rebounds. Meanwhile, Hayden Koval played a key role for Central Arkansas with 10 points and seven rebounds.
California Baptist could dominate on the offensive side of the ball as their high-octane offense faces off against one of the country’s worst defenses. Since last season, the Lancers rank 53rd in offensive efficiency, while Central Arkansas ranks 284th in defensive efficiency.
Central Arkansas at California Baptist ATS Pick
Prediction: SU Winner – California Baptist, ATS Winner – California Baptist, O/U – Over
Betting Notes (2018-Present):
- California Baptist ranks 61st in rebounds per game (37.8) while Central Arkansas ranks 304th in rebounds allowed per game (39.2).
- The Bears rank 172nd in steals per game (6.1) while the Lancers rank 277th (4.8).
- California Baptist is 20th in the country with 2.5 blocks allowed per game while Central Arkansas is 50th with 2.7 blocks allowed per game.
- The Lancers rank 48th in assists allowed per game (11.2) while the Bears rank 269th (15.2).
- California Baptist ranks 41st in three pointers attempted per game (26.1) while Central Arkansas ranks 257th in three pointers allowed per game (24.3).
