The Michigan Wolverines (3-0) look to extend their hot start when they take on the winless Houston Baptist Huskies (0-3) at Crisler Center. The game begins at 7 p.m. ET on Friday, November 22, 2019.
Houston Baptist Huskies vs. Michigan Wolverines ATS Odds
In their last contest, the Wolverines had no trouble getting past the Elon Phoenix, 70-50, while the Huskies got blown out by the 11th-ranked Texas Tech Red Raiders, 103-74.
Michigan dominated nearly every facet of the game. They had an effective field goal percentage of 0.543 and an offensive rebounding percentage of 22.6. Elon was 0.364 and 18.4, respectively, for those same stats. Houston Baptist, on the other hand, had a better turnover percentage (19.6 vs. 22.1). Jon Teske played well for Michigan, recording 16 points and seven rebounds. Houston Baptist, meanwhile, was lifted by Ian DuBose, who contributed 20 points and five rebounds.
Michigan figures to have the advantage on the offensive side of the ball. Dating back to the 2018-19 season, the Wolverines rank 94th in offensive efficiency, while the Huskies rank 333rd in defensive efficiency. It will also be a matchup of conflicting tempos as the aggressively-paced Huskies rank seventh in possessions per game, while the slower-paced Wolverines rank 343rd.
Houston Baptist vs. Michigan Betting Pick
Prediction: SU Winner – Michigan, ATS Winner – Michigan, O/U – Over
Betting Notes (2018-Present):
- Michigan ranks 11th in assists allowed per game (10.1) while Houston Baptist ranks 291st (16.2).
- The Wolverines rank 140th in three pointers attempted per game (22.8) while the Huskies rank 244th (20.3).
- Houston Baptist averages 37.9 rebounds per game, which ranks 58th in the country. Michigan ranks 129th in rebounds allowed per game (34.3).
- The Wolverines rank second in steals allowed per game (4.2) while the Huskies rank 270th (7.8).
- Michigan ranks 64th in blocks per game (4.2) while Houston Baptist ranks 279th (1.9).
