Alcorn State Braves at Memphis Tigers ATS Prediction 11/16/19

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The 13th-ranked Memphis Tigers (2-1) will be at home in FedExForum when they clash against the Alcorn State Braves (1-2). Action starts at 2 p.m. ET on Saturday, November 16, 2019.

Alcorn State Braves at Memphis Tigers ATS Odds

In their last contest, the Tigers fell to the 14th-ranked Oregon Ducks, 82-74, while the Braves had no trouble getting past the Paul Quinn Tigers, 111-59.

Alcorn State played a nearly flawless game. They had a superb turnover percentage of 10.0 and an offensive rebounding percentage of 34.3. For those same stats, Paul Quinn put up marks of 26.8 and 17.1, respectively. Memphis, meanwhile, had a much better turnover percentage (14.2 vs. 20.0). Memphis’ James Wiseman had a good game, finishing with 14 points and 12 rebounds. Alcorn State, meanwhile, rallied around Kobe Wilson, who finished with 14 points and 12 rebounds.

Contrasting styles will be on display in this matchup. Since last season, Memphis has preferred a fast-breaking style of play (11th in possessions per game), while Alcorn State has been more methodical (212th in possessions per game). It could also be a sloppy game for the offense of the Braves, which ranks 339th in ball protection (turnover percentage of 22.7 percent). They’ll be going up against the top-notch defense of the Tigers, which has forced the 38th-most turnovers in the country (21.8 percent).

Alcorn State at Memphis Betting Pick

Basketball Pick: SU Winner – Memphis, ATS Winner – Memphis, O/U – Over

Betting Notes (2018-Present):

  • Memphis ranks 28th in assists per game (15.7) while Alcorn State ranks 277th in assists allowed per game (15.4).
  • The Braves rank 85th in three pointers allowed per game (20.8) while the Tigers rank 235th (23.9).
  • Memphis ranks 54th in rebounds per game (38.1) while Alcorn State ranks 164th in rebounds allowed per game (34.9).
  • The Tigers average 7.9 steals per game, which ranks 31st in the NCAA. The Braves rank 269th in steals allowed per game (7.8).
  • Alcorn State ranks 46th in blocks allowed per game (2.7) while Memphis ranks 233rd (4.3).