The ninth-ranked Michigan Wolverines (5-0) look to remain perfect when they challenge the Chattanooga Mocs (2-4) at Crisler Center. The game starts at 4 p.m. ET on Friday, November 23, 2018.
Chattanooga Mocs vs. Michigan Wolverines ATS Odds
In their last outing, the Wolverines easily got past the Providence Friars, 66-47, while the Mocs lost to the Jacksonville Dolphins, 74-66.
Michigan dominated every stat category in the contest. They had an effective field goal percentage of 0.500 (matching their season average) and a free throw rate of 0.269 (above their season average of 0.216). Providence was 0.298 and 0.228, respectively, for those same stats. Chattanooga, meanwhile, held Jacksonville to an offensive rebounding percentage of 17.1 (below their season average of 27.5). Michigan was lifted by Ignas Brazdeikis, who put up 20 points and seven rebounds. Kevin Easley fueled Chattanooga with 10 points and eight rebounds.
Michigan could have their way on the offensive side of the ball as their sharp-shooting offense squares off against one of the worst defenses in the country. The Wolverines rank 57th in effective field goal percentage (0.540), while Chattanooga ranks 303rd in effective field goal percentage allowed (0.531) since the 2017-18 season. Additionally, the Mocs, who rank 259th in offensive rebounding percentage (26.7 percent), will square off against the Wolverines, who rank 41st in defensive rebounding percentage (75.0 percent).
Chattanooga Mocs vs. Michigan Wolverines Odds Pick
Free Basketball Tip: SU Winner – Michigan, ATS Winner – Michigan, O/U – Under
Betting Notes (2017-Present):
- Michigan ranks third in steals allowed per game (4.0) while Chattanooga ranks 222nd (6.8).
- The Wolverines rank third in three pointers allowed per game (16.3) while the Mocs rank 49th (19.8).
- Michigan ranks 235th in rebounds per game (34.1) while Chattanooga ranks 270th (33.4).
- The Wolverines rank 110th in assists per game (14.4) while the Mocs rank 252nd (12.3).
- Michigan ranks 152nd in blocks per game (3.3) while Chattanooga ranks 270th (2.2).
