It will be a clash between two outstanding offenses when the Georgia Bulldogs (8-3) challenge the Austin Peay Governors (6-6) at Stegeman Coliseum. Action begins at 7 p.m. ET on Monday, December 30, 2019.
Austin Peay Governors vs. Georgia Bulldogs ATS Odds
Both teams were victorious over their last opponent. The Bulldogs defeated the Georgia Southern Eagles 73-64, while the Governors beat the Alabama State Hornets 80-69.
Austin Peay played a nearly flawless game. They had a fantastic free throw rate of 0.417 (above their season average of 0.282) and an offensive rebounding percentage of 34.8 (above their season average of 33.9). Alabama State was 0.226 and 19.4, respectively, for those same stats. Meanwhile, Georgia’s 0.556 effective field goal percentage was their biggest strength over Georgia Southern, who had a rate of 0.461. The Bulldogs’ mark was above their season average of 0.518. Anthony Edwards played well for Georgia with 23 points. Austin Peay, meanwhile, received a boost from Jordyn Adams, who contributed 30 points, seven rebounds and five assists.
The offensive glass should be a huge advantage for Georgia in this contest. The Bulldogs currently rank 26th in offensive rebounding percentage (35.6 percent), while Austin Peay ranks 292nd in defensive rebounding percentage (68.9 percent). Also, the Governors rank 20th in free throw attempt (FTA) rate (0.291), while the Bulldogs rank 28th in opponents’ FTA rate (0.153).
Austin Peay Governors vs. Georgia Bulldogs ATS Pick
Prediction: SU Winner – Georgia, ATS Winner – Austin Peay, O/U – Over
Betting Notes:
- Georgia ranks 13th in rebounds per game (41.6) while Austin Peay ranks 193rd (34.2).
- The Bulldogs average 8.8 steals per game, which ranks 35th in the NCAA. The Governors rank 138th in steals allowed per game (7.1).
- Austin Peay ranks seventh in blocks allowed per game (1.9) while Georgia ranks 88th (3.3).
- The Governors rank 44th in three pointers allowed per game (19.3) while the Bulldogs rank 203rd (24.5).
- Georgia ranks 40th in assists per game (15.6) while Austin Peay ranks 169th in assists allowed per game (14.0).
Bettings Trends:
- The Governors have been outscored by an average of 0.6 points in their last five games. On the season, Austin Peay has defeated opponents by an average of 2.7 points.
- During their last five games, the Bulldogs have scored an average of 78.8 points per game (3.7 below their season average) and allowed an average of 72.8 points per game (3.5 below their season average).