The Austin Peay Governors (2-4) will travel to Trojan Arena to square off against the Troy Trojans (3-3). Action starts at 8:15 p.m. ET on Thursday, November 29, 2018.
Austin Peay Governors vs. Troy Trojans ATS Odds
In their last matchup, the Trojans won big over the North Alabama Lions, 77-58, while the Governors lost a close one to the Ohio Bobcats, 85-82.
The Trojans had a ridiculous effective field goal percentage of 0.614 (above their season average of 0.498) and had a better turnover percentage (14.7 vs. 17.3). Austin Peay, meanwhile, had a better turnover percentage (14.8 vs. 16.2). Troy’s Jordon Varnado had a solid performance, contributing 20 points, six rebounds and five assists. Austin Peay, meanwhile, was lifted by Chris Porter-Bunton, who recorded 16 points and five rebounds.
The Governors won the lone game between these two teams last year, 75-73. Austin Peay won the rebounding battle. The Governors had more offensive rebounds (13 vs. three) and total rebounds (32 vs. 25).
The offensive glass should be a huge advantage for Austin Peay in this contest. Dating back to the 2017-18 season, the Governors rank 12th in offensive rebounding percentage (35.2 percent), while Troy ranks 204th in defensive rebounding percentage (71.0 percent).
Austin Peay at Troy Pick
Prediction: SU Winner – Austin Peay, ATS Winner – Troy, O/U – Under
Betting Notes (2017-Present):
- Troy ranks 39th in three pointers attempted per game (25.9) while Austin Peay ranks 305th (17.9).
- The Governors rank 111th in steals per game (6.6) while the Trojans rank 267th (5.1).
- The Trojans rank 22nd in blocks allowed per game (2.5) while the Governors rank 217th (3.9).
- Austin Peay ranks 73rd in rebounds allowed per game (33.1) while Troy ranks 230th (36.2).
