The Ohio Bobcats (2-2) will be at home in the Convocation Center when they go head-to-head against the Austin Peay Governors (2-3). Action gets underway at 2 p.m. ET on Saturday, November 24, 2018.
Austin Peay Governors vs. Ohio Bobcats Betting Odds
Both teams lost in their last contest. The Bobcats fell to the Loyola Marymount Lions, 65-56, while the Governors were defeated by the Campbell Fighting Camels, 78-72.
Austin Peay had a much better offensive rebounding percentage (35.7 vs. 24.1) while Ohio held Loyola Marymount to an offensive rebounding percentage of 21.7 (below their season average of 39.7). Jason Carter was a key piece for Ohio with 18 points and five rebounds. Meanwhile, Terry Taylor had a good outing for Austin Peay, finishing with 17 points and 10 rebounds.
Conflicting tempos will be on display in this matchup. Dating back to the 2017-18 season, Ohio has preferred a fast-paced style of play (24th in possessions per game), while Austin Peay has been slower-paced (155th in possessions per game). Also, the Governors, who rank 10th in offensive rebounding percentage (35.7 percent), will go head-to-head against the Bobcats, who rank 53rd in defensive rebounding percentage (74.5 percent).
Austin Peay Governors vs. Ohio Bobcats ATS Pick
Prediction: SU Winner – Ohio, ATS Winner – Austin Peay, O/U – Under
Betting Notes (2017-Present):
- Austin Peay ranks 54th in three pointers allowed per game (19.9) while Ohio ranks 279th (24.6).
- The Governors rank 119th in steals per game (6.5) while the Bobcats rank 169th in steals allowed per game (6.3).
- The Governors rank 58th in rebounds allowed per game (32.7) while the Bobcats rank 283rd (37.9).
- Ohio averages 3.5 blocks per game, which ranks 136th in the NCAA. Austin Peay ranks 219th in blocks allowed per game (3.9).
