Sacramento State Hornets vs. Idaho State Bengals Betting Prediction 01/31/19

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The Sacramento State Hornets (8-9, 2-6 BigSky) will be at Holt Arena to take on the Idaho State Bengals (7-11, 3-6 BigSky) in a BigSky matchup. Action begins at 9:05 p.m. ET on Thursday, January 31, 2019.

Sacramento State Hornets at Idaho State Bengals Betting Odds

Both teams fell in their last matchup. The Bengals lost big to the Montana State Bobcats, 104-84, while the Hornets lost a tough one against the Eastern Washington Eagles, 94-92.

Sacramento State had a turnover percentage of 10.2 (better than their season average of 17.2) while Idaho State had a better free throw rate (0.196 vs. 0.141). Chier Maker played a key role for Idaho State with 10 points and 10 rebounds. Sacramento State, meanwhile, received a boost from Marcus Graves, who put up 29 points, nine assists and seven rebounds.

In their first matchup this season, Kelvin Jones led the Bengals to a 72-70 victory. He recorded 12 points and eight rebounds. One of Idaho State’s biggest advantages was their ability to convert at the free throw line. They were 13-14 (92.9 percent), while the Hornets were just 7-14 (50.0 percent).

It could be an error-filled game for the Idaho State offense. Idaho State ranks 127th in the NCAA in ball protection (turnover percentage of 18.3 percent), while the disruptive defense of Sacramento State forces the 16th-most turnovers in the nation (23.8 percent).

Sacramento State Hornets vs. Idaho State Bengals Pick

Pick: SU Winner – Idaho State, ATS Winner – Idaho State, O/U – Under

Betting Notes:

  • Idaho State ranks 51st in three pointers attempted per game (25.9) while Sacramento State ranks 277th (17.1).
  • The Bengals rank 45th in blocks allowed per game (2.7) while the Hornets rank 140th (3.9).
  • The Hornets rank 33rd in steals per game (8.0) while the Bengals rank 195th (4.9).
  • Sacramento State averages 14.3 assists per game, which ranks 94th in the country. Idaho State ranks 212th in assists allowed per game (14.8).

Bettings Trends:

  • During their last five games, the Bengals have scored an average of 67.4 points per game (6.4 below their season average) and allowed an average of 81.4 points per game (3.1 above their season average).
  • The Hornets’ average margin of victory in their last five games has been 2.8, up from 2.7 for the season.