Expect a low-scoring game when the New Mexico State Aggies (18-6, 9-0 WAC) clash with the Kansas City Roos (12-12, 4-5 WAC) at Swinney Recreation Center. The game starts at 8 p.m. ET on Saturday, February 8, 2020.
New Mexico State Aggies at Kansas City Roos ATS Odds
In their last outing, the Roos lost to the UT Rio Grande Valley Vaqueros, 73-60, while the Aggies had no trouble getting past the Chicago State Cougars, 71-49.
New Mexico State played a perfect game. They had a fantastic offensive rebounding percentage of 35.7 (above their season average of 33.4) and a turnover percentage of 15.8 (better than their season average of 18.2). Chicago State had marks of 4.2 and 26.2, respectively, for those same stats. Kansas City, on the other hand, had an offensive rebounding percentage of 40.6 (above their season average of 25.8). Javan White was a key piece for Kansas City with 10 points and seven rebounds. New Mexico State was led by Jabari Rice, who contributed 12 points and six rebounds.
In their first matchup this year, Rice led the Aggies to a 74-71 victory. He recorded a double-double with 13 points and 10 rebounds. New Mexico State had a better free throw rate (0.170 vs. 0.105). Kansas City, meanwhile, had a much better turnover percentage (14.8 vs. 25.3).
Kansas City might have difficulty scoring as they battle against one of the nation’s best defenses. New Mexico State currently ranks 29th in defensive efficiency while the Roos rank 178th in offensive efficiency. It could also be a mistake-prone game for the Aggies’ offense, which ranks 295th in ball protection (turnover percentage of 21.1 percent). They’ll be going up against the stingy defense of the Roos, which forces the 44th-most turnovers in the nation (22.6 percent).
New Mexico State Aggies at Kansas City Roos ATS Pick
College Basketball Prediction: SU Winner – New Mexico State, ATS Winner – New Mexico State, O/U – Over
Betting Notes:
- New Mexico State ranks 40th in three pointers attempted per game (26.0) while Kansas City ranks 219th (19.9).
- The Roos rank 35th in steals per game (8.2) while the Aggies rank 129th (6.3).
- New Mexico State ranks 17th in assists allowed per game (10.0) while Kansas City ranks 54th (11.1).
- The Aggies rank fourth in blocks allowed per game (2.0) while the Roos rank 160th (4.6).
- New Mexico State ranks first in rebounds allowed per game (27.8) while Kansas City ranks 106th (34.1).
Bettings Trends:
- The Roos’ average margin of victory in their last five games has been 14.0, up from 3.4 for the season.
- During their last five games, the Aggies have scored an average of 69.2 points per game (1.7 below their season average) and allowed an average of 57.4 points per game (2.4 below their season average).
