The ninth-ranked Kentucky Wildcats (5-1) will be at home in Rupp Arena when they clash with the UAB Blazers (4-1). The game can be seen on SEC Network at 7 p.m. ET on Friday, November 29, 2019.
UAB Blazers vs. Kentucky Wildcats ATS Odds
Both teams were triumphant in their last game. The Wildcats had no trouble getting past the Lamar Cardinals 81-56, while the Blazers defeated the Lamar Cardinals 57-48.
UAB dominated nearly every stat category in the game. They had a ridiculous offensive rebounding percentage of 43.2 (above their season average of 41.8) and a free throw rate of 0.190 (matching their season average). For those same stats, Lamar put up marks of 31.3 and 0.145, respectively. The Wildcats, meanwhile, had a much better free throw rate (0.228 vs. 0.109) and had an effective field goal percentage of 0.596 (above their season average of 0.495). Kentucky was lifted by Nick Richards, who had 10 points, 13 rebounds and seven blocks. Tyreek Scott-Grayson, meanwhile played a pivotal role for UAB with 13 points.
Half-court execution will be at a premium when a pair of the nation’s slowest-paced teams clash. Kentucky ranks 286th in possessions per game (67.3) and UAB is 324th (65.8) dating back to the 2018-19 season. Moreover, the Blazers, who rank 58th in offensive rebounding percentage (32.2 percent), will face a difficult challenge against the Wildcats, who rank 42nd in defensive rebounding percentage (75.0 percent).
UAB Blazers vs. Kentucky Wildcats Betting Pick
Basketball Pick: SU Winner – Kentucky, ATS Winner – Kentucky, O/U – Under
Betting Notes (2018-Present):
- Kentucky ranks 20th in blocks per game (4.8) while UAB ranks 235th (2.4).
- The Wildcats rank 31st in rebounds per game (38.7) while the Blazers rank 77th (37.4).
- UAB ranks 46th in steals allowed per game (5.4) while Kentucky ranks 79th (5.7).
- The Wildcats rank 138th in assists per game (13.6) while the Blazers rank 283rd (11.2).
- Kentucky ranks 205th in three pointers allowed per game (22.9) while UAB ranks 275th (24.8).
