Arizona Wildcats at Utah Runnin’ Utes ATS Prediction 02/14/19

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The Arizona Wildcats (14-10, 5-6 Pac-12) and the Utah Runnin’ Utes (13-10, 7-4 Pac-12) go head-to-head at Jon M. Huntsman Center. The Wildcats look to snap their five-game losing streak. The game will air on ESPNU at 9 p.m. ET on Thursday, February 14, 2019.

Arizona Wildcats vs. Utah Runnin’ Utes ATS Odds

In their last game, the Runnin’ Utes won a close one over the UCLA Bruins, 93-92, while the Wildcats were beaten by the Washington State Cougars, 69-55.

The Runnin’ Utes held the Bruins to an offensive rebounding percentage of 11.5 (below their season average of 31.9) and had a turnover percentage of 14.6 (better than their season average of 17.7). Arizona, on the other hand, held Washington State to an offensive rebounding percentage of 18.8 (below their season average of 24.9). Riley Battin put together a good performance for Utah with 18 points and eight rebounds. Devonaire Doutrive, meanwhile had a good game for Arizona, finishing with 10 points and 11 rebounds.

In their first matchup this season, Chase Jeter led the Wildcats to an 84-81 win. He notched a double-double with 21 points and 13 rebounds. One of Arizona’s biggest advantages was getting to the free throw line. They made 30 trips to the line, while Utah went just 14 times.

This could end up being an error-filled game for the Utah offense. Utah ranks 270th in the nation in ball protection (turnover percentage of 20.3 percent), while the ball-hawking defense of Arizona forces the 55th-most turnovers in the nation (21.7 percent).

Arizona Wildcats vs. Utah Runnin’ Utes Odds Pick

Basketball Prediction: SU Winner – Utah, ATS Winner – Arizona, O/U – Under

Betting Notes:

  • Utah ranks 28th in rebounds allowed per game (31.6) while Arizona ranks 167th (35.3).
  • The Wildcats rank 22nd in steals allowed per game (5.0) while the Runnin’ Utes rank 89th (6.0).
  • Utah averages 25.5 three pointers per game, which ranks 59th in the country. Arizona ranks 61st in three pointers allowed per game (20.3).

Bettings Trends:

  • The Runnin’ Utes’ average margin of victory in their last five games has been 2.2, up from 1.7 for the season.
  • During their last five games, the Wildcats have scored an average of 65.8 points per game (6.6 below their season average) and allowed an average of 80.2 points per game (11.2 above their season average).