The Chicago State Cougars (3-20, 0-8 WAC) and the California Baptist Lancers (11-10, 3-5 WAC) go head-to-head at CBU Events Center. The Cougars look to snap their 12-game losing streak. The game gets underway at 10 p.m. ET on Thursday, February 7, 2019.
Chicago State Cougars vs. California Baptist Lancers Betting Odds
In their last game, the Lancers beat the Seattle Redhawks, 75-64, while the Cougars were blown out by the New Mexico State Aggies, 83-39.
California Baptist played a nearly flawless game. They had a fantastically low turnover percentage of 5.7 (better than their season average of 16.9) and a free throw rate of 0.233 (matching their season average). For those same stats, Seattle recorded marks of 13.9 and 0.182, respectively. Chicago State, on the other hand, had a better effective field goal percentage (0.345 vs. 0.586). Jordan Heading had a solid performance for California Baptist, contributing 22 points and six rebounds. Chicago State rallied around Anthony Harris, who contributed 11 points.
In their first matchup this year, Heading led the Lancers to a 77-75 win. He produced 24 points and seven rebounds. One of California Baptist’s largest advantages was their ability to convert at the free throw line. They were 8-9 (88.9 percent), while the Cougars were just 3-5 (60.0 percent).
California Baptist appears to have the advantage on the offensive side of the ball. The Lancers rank 84th in offensive efficiency, while the Cougars rank 351st in defensive efficiency.
Chicago State vs. California Baptist Pick
College Basketball Prediction: SU Winner – California Baptist, ATS Winner – California Baptist, O/U – Over
Betting Notes:
- California Baptist ranks 21st in three pointers allowed per game (18.8) while Chicago State ranks 272nd (27.3).
- The Lancers rank 20th in blocks allowed per game (2.4) while the Cougars rank 129th (3.7).
- The Lancers rank 28th in assists allowed per game (10.9) while the Cougars rank 249th (16.8).
- California Baptist ranks 91st in rebounds per game (37.1) while Chicago State ranks 263rd (32.4).
Bettings Trends:
- During their last five games, the Lancers have scored an average of 74.2 points per game (5.1 below their season average) and allowed an average of 79.2 points per game (3.9 above their season average).
- The Cougars’ average margin of defeat in their last five games has been 26.0, up from 21.9 for the season.
