SIUE Cougars at Tennessee Tech Golden Eagles Betting Prediction 01/10/19

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Expect a fast-paced game when the SIUE Cougars (5-9, 1-1 OVC) visit Tennessee Tech to play the Golden Eagles (5-10, 1-1 OVC). The game gets underway at 8:30 p.m. ET on Thursday, January 10, 2019.

SIUE Cougars vs. Tennessee Tech Golden Eagles Betting Odds

Both teams were beaten in their last contest. The Golden Eagles fell to the Memphis Tigers, 76-61, while the Cougars were defeated by the Pacific Tigers, 74-65.

SIUE had a much better turnover percentage (15.1 vs. 26.4) while Tennessee Tech had a much better free throw rate (0.365 vs. 0.108). Tennessee Tech’s Micaiah Henry had a good outing, finishing with 23 points and 13 rebounds. SIUE rallied around Brandon Jackson, who finished with 12 points and seven rebounds.

The Golden Eagles dominated this series last year, winning both games. In the most recent matchup, Tennessee Tech won 60-51. Getting to the free throw line was one of Tennessee Tech’s largest strengths. They made 27 trips to the line, while SIUE went just nine times. This will be the first matchup of the year between these two teams.

There could be plenty of transition offense in this matchup that features a pair of the NCAA’s more fast-paced teams. Tennessee Tech ranks 43rd in possessions per game (74.2) and SIUE is 55th (73.6).

SIUE at Tennessee Tech Betting Pick

College Basketball Prediction: SU Winner – Tennessee Tech, ATS Winner – SIUE, O/U – Over

Betting Notes:

  • Tennessee Tech ranks 41st in blocks per game (4.5) while SIUE ranks 155th (2.3).
  • The Cougars rank 165th in assists allowed per game (14.2) while the Golden Eagles rank 237th (18.3).
  • SIUE ranks 162nd in three pointers attempted per game (21.6) while Tennessee Tech ranks 225th (19.7).
  • The Cougars rank 73rd in steals per game (7.3) while the Golden Eagles rank 166th in steals allowed per game (8.5).
  • SIUE ranks 158th in rebounds allowed per game (35.9) while Tennessee Tech ranks 242nd (39.5).

Bettings Trends:

  • The Golden Eagles’ average margin of defeat in their last five games has been 32.4, up from 8.7 for the season.
  • During their last five games, the Cougars have scored an average of 71.0 points per game (4.9 below their season average) and allowed an average of 78.8 points per game (1.6 below their season average).