Expect a fast-paced game when the North Carolina A&T Aggies (12-12, 8-1 MEAC) travel to Bethune-Cookman to take on the Wildcats (10-12, 4-4 MEAC). Action starts at 4 p.m. ET on Saturday, February 8, 2020.
North Carolina A&T Aggies at Bethune-Cookman Wildcats Betting Odds
In their last game, the Wildcats fell to the Florida A&M Rattlers, 73-67, while the Aggies were victorious over the South Carolina State Bulldogs, 78-63.
The Aggies had an extraordinary free throw rate of 0.365 (above their season average of 0.243) and had a turnover percentage of 11.4 (better than their season average of 17.9). Bethune-Cookman, on the other hand, had a better turnover percentage (14.0 vs. 16.9). Bethune-Cookman was led by Isaiah Bailey, who had 14 points and eight rebounds. Ronald Jackson played well for North Carolina A&T, contributing 16 points and 13 rebounds.
In their first matchup this season, Langley led the Aggies to a 98-95 win. He registered a double-double with 16 points and 12 assists. The Aggies’ 17.0 turnover percentage was their largest strength over the Wildcats, who had a mark of 22.7.
There should be plenty of transition offense in this contest that features a pair of the country’s more up-and-down teams. Bethune-Cookman currently ranks 14th in possessions per game (75.0) and North Carolina A&T is 17th (74.5).
North Carolina A&T Aggies at Bethune-Cookman Wildcats ATS Pick
Free Pick: SU Winner – North Carolina A&T, ATS Winner – North Carolina A&T, O/U – Under
Betting Notes:
- Bethune-Cookman averages 38.1 rebounds per game, which ranks 73rd in the NCAA. North Carolina A&T ranks 291st in rebounds allowed per game (41.3).
- The Aggies rank 100th in assists per game (13.7) while the Wildcats rank 148th in assists allowed per game (12.9).
- North Carolina A&T ranks 75th in blocks per game (3.7) while Bethune-Cookman ranks 79th in blocks allowed per game (3.1).
- The Wildcats rank 72nd in three pointers allowed per game (20.0) while the Aggies rank 229th (24.5).
- North Carolina A&T averages 8.4 steals per game, which ranks 27th in the nation. Bethune-Cookman ranks 119th in steals allowed per game (6.5).
Bettings Trends:
- During their last five games, the Wildcats have scored an average of 76.8 points per game (1.4 above their season average) and allowed an average of 81.8 points per game (7.8 above their season average).
- The Aggies have outscored opponents by an average of 9.0 points in their last five games. On the season, North Carolina A&T has been defeated by an average of 1.1 points.
