The Bradley Braves (4-1) go head-to-head against the Northwestern Wildcats (2-2) in the Fort Myers Tip-Off at Suncoast Credit Union Arena. The game starts at 8:30 p.m. ET on Monday, November 25, 2019.
Bradley Braves vs. Northwestern Wildcats Betting Odds
Both teams defeated their last opponent. The Wildcats defeated the Norfolk State Spartans 70-59, while the Braves beat the Radford Highlanders 70-61.
Bradley played a nearly flawless game. They had an absurd offensive rebounding percentage of 53.3 (above their season average of 38.7) and an effective field goal percentage of 0.561 (above their season average of 0.467). Radford was 33.3 and 0.460, respectively, for those same stats. The Wildcats, meanwhile, knocked down 27 of their 30 free throws (90.0 percent) and had an offensive rebounding percentage of 41.0 (above their season average of 25.3). Northwestern was lifted by Ryan Young, who had 19 points and 12 rebounds. Nate Kennell played a pivotal role for Bradley with 20 points.
Half-court execution will be of utmost importance when two of the country’s slowest-paced teams go head-to-head. Northwestern ranks 292nd in possessions per game (67.0) and Bradley is 330th (65.7) dating back to the 2018-19 season. Furthermore, the Braves’ 51st-ranked defense (opponents’ effective field goal percentage of 0.474) will square off against the Wildcats’ 339th-ranked offense (effective field goal percentage of 0.461).
Bradley Braves vs. Northwestern Wildcats Free Pick
Prediction: SU Winner – Bradley, ATS Winner – Bradley, O/U – Under
Betting Notes (2018-Present):
- Bradley ranks 74th in rebounds allowed per game (33.2) while Northwestern ranks 227th (36.2).
- The Wildcats rank 240th in steals per game (5.4) while the Braves rank 246th (5.3).
- The Wildcats rank 142nd in three pointers attempted per game (22.8) while the Braves rank 293rd (18.9).
- Bradley ranks 32nd in blocks allowed per game (2.6) while Northwestern ranks 119th (3.2).
