The Wichita State Shockers (7-5) will be at FedExForum to clash with the Memphis Tigers (8-5) in an AAC matchup. Action begins at 9:30 p.m. ET on Thursday, January 3, 2019, and can be seen on CBS Sports Network.
Wichita State Shockers at Memphis Tigers Betting Odds
In their last contest, the Tigers beat the Tennessee Tech Golden Eagles, 76-61, while the Shockers lost to the Louisiana Tech Bulldogs, 71-58.
The Tigers had a much better turnover percentage (15.1 vs. 28.6) and had a better effective field goal percentage (0.459 vs. 0.404). Wichita State, meanwhile, had a better turnover percentage (18.6 vs. 21.7). Kyvon Davenport had a good outing for Memphis with 30 points and 10 rebounds. Wichita State, meanwhile, was lifted by Erik Stevenson, who contributed 16 points.
The Shockers won the sole contest between these two teams last season, 85-65. The Shockers’ turnover percentage was their largest advantage over the Tigers. Wichita State had a rate of 9.6, while Memphis posted a mark of 23.5. This is the first time these teams will battle this year.
Jeremiah Martin has been playing at a high level as of late for Memphis, averaging 0 points over the last five games.
The physical Memphis offense might be getting to the charity stripe a lot in this showdown. The Tigers rank 60th in the country with a free throw attempt (FTA) rate of 0.278, while Wichita State ranks 286th in FTA rate allowed (0.266).
Wichita State Shockers vs. Memphis Tigers Odds Pick
Free Basketball Pick: SU Winner – Memphis, ATS Winner – Memphis, O/U – Under
Betting Notes:
- Memphis ranks 13th in steals per game (9.1) while Wichita State ranks 161st (5.4).
- The Tigers average 38.3 rebounds per game, which ranks 67th in the nation. The Shockers rank 129th in rebounds allowed per game (35.2).
- Wichita State ranks 103rd in three pointers attempted per game (23.7) while Memphis ranks 150th in three pointers allowed per game (23.1).
- The Tigers rank 25th in assists per game (16.7) while the Shockers rank 140th (13.3).
- Wichita State ranks 50th in blocks allowed per game (2.8) while Memphis ranks 148th (4.5).
Bettings Trends:
- During their last five games, the Shockers have scored an average of 72.4 points per game (2.3 above their season average) and allowed an average of 74.8 points per game (5.1 above their season average).
- The Tigers’ average margin of victory in their last five games has been 0.2, down from 7.8 for the season.
