The Drake Bulldogs (16-9, 6-6 MVC) will be at JQH Arena to meet the Missouri State Bears (11-14, 5-7 MVC) in a MVC matchup. The game starts at 8 p.m. ET on Wednesday, February 12, 2020.
Drake Bulldogs vs. Missouri State Bears Betting Odds
Both teams fell in their last contest. The Bears lost a close one to the Southern Illinois Salukis, 68-66, while the Bulldogs were beaten by the UNI Panthers, 83-73.
Drake had a turnover percentage of 8.8 (better than their season average of 17.0) while Missouri State had a much better offensive rebounding percentage (34.4 vs. 23.5). Tulio Da Silva had a solid outing for Missouri State with 12 points and 12 rebounds. Meanwhile, Drake was led by Liam Robbins, who contributed 17 points and six rebounds.
In their first matchup this season, Roman Penn led the Bulldogs to a 71-69 victory. He put up 17 points, eight rebounds and eight assists. Drake’s 0.179 free throw rate was their largest strength over Missouri State, who had a mark of 0.114.
Half-court execution will be of utmost importance when two of the country’s slowest-paced teams go head-to-head. Missouri State currently ranks 272nd in possessions per game (67.3) and Drake is 261st (67.6). Furthermore, the Bulldogs rank 293rd in offensive rebounding percentage (24.5 percent), while the Bears rank 42nd in defensive rebounding percentage (75.9 percent).
Drake Bulldogs at Missouri State Bears Pick
Pick: SU Winner – Missouri State, ATS Winner – Missouri State, O/U – Under
Betting Notes:
- Drake ranks 24th in assists per game (15.8) while Missouri State ranks 218th (11.8).
- The Bulldogs rank 49th in blocks allowed per game (2.7) while the Bears rank 83rd (3.1).
- Missouri State allows the 32nd-fewest rebounds per game (31.4) while Drake ranks 42nd (31.8).
Bettings Trends:
- During their last five games, the Bulldogs have scored an average of 69.0 points per game (1.4 below their season average) and allowed an average of 69.8 points per game (3.3 above their season average).
- The Bears have been outscored by an average of 4.6 points in their last five games. For the season, Missouri State has defeated opponents by an average of 0.2 points.
