Expect a fast-paced game when the Weber State Wildcats (14-8, 8-3 BigSky) visit Southern Utah to play the Thunderbirds (10-10, 5-6 BigSky). The game gets underway at 8:30 p.m. ET on Thursday, February 7, 2019.
Weber State Wildcats vs. Southern Utah Thunderbirds Betting Odds
Both teams were victorious over their last opponent. The Thunderbirds defeated the Idaho Vandals 75-64, while the Wildcats beat the Sacramento State Hornets 75-65.
Weber State dominated every stat category in the game. They had an offensive rebounding percentage of 25.8 (above their season average of 23.4) and a free throw rate of 0.224 (matching their season average). Sacramento State had marks of 15.6 and 0.153, respectively, for those same stats. The Thunderbirds, meanwhile, made 17 of their 20 free throws (85.0 percent) and had a turnover percentage of 8.5 (better than their season average of 17.0). Andre Adams put together a good game for Southern Utah with 23 points and 14 rebounds. Meanwhile, Jerrick Harding led the way for Weber State, finishing with 25 points and seven rebounds.
In their first matchup this year, Adams led the Thunderbirds to a 90-82 victory. He notched a double-double with 18 points and 11 rebounds. The Thunderbirds’ 9.9 turnover percentage was their largest strength over the Wildcats, who had a mark of 11.9.
There should be plenty of transition offense in this meeting that features a pair of the NCAA’s more fast-breaking teams. Southern Utah ranks 18th in possessions per game (75.3) and Weber State is 33rd (73.9). Moreover, the Wildcats rank 35th in free throw attempt (FTA) rate (0.283), while the Thunderbirds rank 291st in opponents’ FTA rate (0.270).
Weber State Wildcats vs. Southern Utah Thunderbirds Betting Pick
Free Pick: SU Winner – Southern Utah, ATS Winner – Southern Utah, O/U – Over
Betting Notes:
- Weber State averages 37.9 rebounds per game, which ranks 61st in the country. Southern Utah ranks 253rd in rebounds allowed per game (38.8).
- The Wildcats rank 41st in three pointers allowed per game (19.6) while the Thunderbirds rank 179th (23.6).
- Weber State ranks 30th in blocks per game (4.6) while Southern Utah ranks 130th in blocks allowed per game (3.7).
Bettings Trends:
- During their last five games, the Wildcats have scored an average of 77.8 points per game (3.7 below their season average) and allowed an average of 72.8 points per game (1.0 below their season average).
- The Thunderbirds have been outscored by an average of 0.2 points in their last five games. For the season, Southern Utah has defeated opponents by an average of 0.3 points.
