Milwaukee Panthers vs. IUPUI Jaguars Free Prediction 02/08/20

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The Milwaukee Panthers (11-13, 6-6 Hor) travel to Indiana Farmers Coliseum to clash against the IUPUI Jaguars (6-19, 2-10 Hor). The Jaguars look to end a six-game home losing streak. The game is scheduled to start at 12 p.m. ET on Saturday, February 8, 2020.

Milwaukee Panthers vs. IUPUI Jaguars Betting Odds

In their last matchup, the Jaguars were beaten by the Green Bay Phoenix, 91-85, while the Panthers were victorious over the UIC Flames, 74-57.

Milwaukee’s effective field goal percentage was their largest advantage over UIC. The Panthers had a rate of 0.611 (above their season average of 0.462), while the Flames posted a mark of 0.405 (below their season average of 0.509). IUPUI, meanwhile, had a turnover percentage of 10.1 (better than their season average of 17.4). Marcus Burk had a solid performance for IUPUI, recording 33 points and five rebounds. Darius Roy fueled Milwaukee with 18 points and seven assists.

In their first matchup this season, Te’Jon Lucas led the Panthers to a 78-74 win. He recorded 11 points, six rebounds and six assists. The Panthers’ turnover percentage was their biggest strength over the Jaguars. Milwaukee had a rate of 14.9, while IUPUI posted a mark of 17.6.

It could be a sloppy game for the IUPUI offense. IUPUI ranks 231st in the country in ball protection (turnover percentage of 19.9 percent), while the pesky defense of Milwaukee forces the 62nd-most turnovers in the NCAA (21.9 percent).

Milwaukee vs. IUPUI Free Pick

Pick: SU Winner – Milwaukee, ATS Winner – Milwaukee, O/U – Under

Betting Notes:

  • Milwaukee ranks 59th in three pointers allowed per game (19.5) while IUPUI ranks 234th (24.6).
  • The Panthers rank 104th in blocks per game (3.3) while the Jaguars rank 153rd in blocks allowed per game (4.2).
  • The Panthers rank 102nd in rebounds per game (36.9) while the Jaguars rank 275th in rebounds allowed per game (39.0).
  • Milwaukee ranks 133rd in assists allowed per game (12.6) while IUPUI ranks 246th (16.4).

Bettings Trends:

  • During their last five games, the Jaguars have scored an average of 75.2 points per game (7.9 above their season average) and allowed an average of 83.0 points per game (7.4 above their season average).
  • The Panthers’ average margin of defeat in their last five games has been 2.2, up from 0.3 for the season.