Expect a high-scoring game when the FIU Golden Panthers (14-9, 5-5 CUSA) meet the UTSA Roadrunners (13-10, 7-3 CUSA) at UTSA Convocation Center. Action starts at 8 p.m. ET on Thursday, February 7, 2019.
FIU Golden Panthers vs. UTSA Roadrunners ATS Odds
Both teams beat their last opponent. The Roadrunners defeated the Marshall Thundering Herd 116-106, while the Golden Panthers beat the Louisiana Tech Bulldogs 75-69.
The Golden Panthers had a solid turnover percentage of 9.7 (better than their season average of 15.5) and held the Bulldogs to an effective field goal percentage of 0.457 (below their season average of 0.509). The Roadrunners, meanwhile, knocked down 28 of their 35 free throws (80.0 percent) and held the Thundering Herd to an offensive rebounding percentage of 13.0 (below their season average of 24.2). Keaton Wallace had a good game for UTSA with 45 points and seven rebounds. FIU was lifted by Trejon Jacob, who finished with 24 points and six rebounds.
The Golden Panthers won the sole game between these two teams last season, 79-76. The Golden Panthers’ turnover percentage was their largest strength over the Roadrunners. FIU had a rate of 13.2, while UTSA posted a mark of 16.2. This is the first time these teams will clash this year.
There should be a fair amount of transition offense in this showdown that features two of the NCAA’s more up-tempo teams. UTSA ranks 14th in possessions per game (75.6) and FIU is second (82.2).
FIU Golden Panthers vs. UTSA Roadrunners Free Pick
Free College Basketball Pick: SU Winner – UTSA, ATS Winner – UTSA, O/U – Under
Betting Notes:
- UTSA averages 38.9 rebounds per game, which ranks 37th in the nation. FIU ranks 277th in rebounds allowed per game (43.5).
- The Roadrunners rank 47th in steals allowed per game (5.4) while the Golden Panthers rank 175th (7.4).
- FIU ranks 40th in blocks per game (4.3) while UTSA ranks 154th (2.7).
- The Golden Panthers average 29.1 three pointers per game, which ranks eighth in the NCAA. The Roadrunners rank 211th in three pointers allowed per game (24.3).
- FIU ranks 38th in assists per game (15.7) while UTSA ranks 171st (12.7).
Bettings Trends:
- During their last five games, the Golden Panthers have scored an average of 79.0 points per game (6.9 below their season average) and allowed an average of 85.2 points per game (3.9 above their season average).
- The Roadrunners’ average margin of victory in their last five games has been 7.6, up from 3.2 for the season.