The Grand Canyon Antelopes (2-5) meet the Illinois State Redbirds (2-3) in the U.S. Virgin Islands Paradise Jam at Virgin Islands Sport & Fitness Center. Action starts at 1 p.m. ET on Monday, November 25, 2019.
Grand Canyon Antelopes vs. Illinois State Redbirds ATS Odds
Both teams were beaten in their last contest. The Redbirds fell to the Western Kentucky Hilltoppers, 83-69, while the Antelopes were defeated by the Fordham Rams, 70-58.
Grand Canyon did an excellent job of converting from the free throw line (11-13; 84.6 percent) while Illinois State had an offensive rebounding percentage of 44.1 (above their season average of 32.6). Illinois State rallied around Keith Fisher III, who recorded 13 points and eight rebounds. Meanwhile, Alessandro Lever played well for Grand Canyon, contributing 19 points and 10 rebounds.
It could be a tough game for Illinois State on the offensive glass. Since the 2018-19 season, the Redbirds rank 238th in offensive rebounding percentage (26.8 percent), while Grand Canyon ranks 88th in defensive rebounding percentage (73.9 percent).
Grand Canyon Antelopes vs. Illinois State Redbirds Betting Pick
Free Pick: SU Winner – Illinois State, ATS Winner – Illinois State, O/U – Over
Betting Notes (2018-Present):
- Grand Canyon ranks 45th in assists allowed per game (11.2) while Illinois State ranks 196th (13.6).
- The Antelopes rank 175th in rebounds per game (35.5) while the Redbirds rank 228th (34.4).
- Grand Canyon averages 22.3 three pointers per game, which ranks 166th in the country. Illinois State ranks 182nd in three pointers allowed per game (22.5).
- The Redbirds rank 148th in blocks per game (3.2) while the Antelopes rank 267th (2.0).
- Grand Canyon ranks 197th in steals per game (5.9) while Illinois State ranks 269th (4.9).
