The Alabama State Hornets (0-5) battle against the Chattanooga Mocs (3-3) in the Emerald Coast Classic at The Arena at NW Florida St. The game is scheduled to start at 2:30 p.m. ET on Friday, November 29, 2019.
Alabama State Hornets vs. Chattanooga Mocs ATS Odds
Both teams fell in their last game. The Mocs fell to the 17th-ranked Tennessee Volunteers, 58-46, while the Hornets were defeated by the 20th-ranked VCU Rams, 78-62.
Alabama State had an offensive rebounding percentage of 30.6 (above their season average of 14.6) while Chattanooga had a better turnover percentage (13.5 vs. 14.1). A.J. Caldwell played well for Chattanooga, contributing seven points. Meanwhile, Tobi Ewuosho played a pivotal role for Alabama State with 17 points and six rebounds.
It could be an error-filled game for the Chattanooga offense. Dating back to the 2018-19 season, Chattanooga ranks 172nd in the country in ball protection (turnover percentage of 18.7 percent), while the pesky defense of Alabama State has forced the 49th-most turnovers in the nation (21.5 percent).
Alabama State vs. Chattanooga ATS Pick
Basketball Tip: SU Winner – Chattanooga, ATS Winner – Chattanooga, O/U – Over
Betting Notes (2018-Present):
- Alabama State ranks 147th in steals per game (6.4) while Chattanooga ranks 292nd (4.6).
- The Mocs average 34.4 rebounds per game, which ranks 229th in the country. The Hornets rank 270th in rebounds allowed per game (37.2).
- Chattanooga averages 24.7 three pointers per game, which ranks 71st in the NCAA. Alabama State ranks 78th in three pointers allowed per game (20.6).
- The Mocs rank 194th in assists per game (12.9) while the Hornets rank 315th (9.9).
- Alabama State ranks 177th in blocks per game (3.0) while Chattanooga ranks 242nd (2.3).
