The Villanova Wildcats (3-2) battle against the Oklahoma State Cowboys (3-1) in the AdvoCare Invitational at HP Field House. The game starts at 11:30 a.m. ET on Friday, November 23, 2018.
Villanova Wildcats vs. Oklahoma State Cowboys ATS Odds
Both teams thoroughly outplayed their last opponent. The Cowboys defeated the Memphis Tigers 84-64, while the Wildcats beat the Canisius Golden Griffins 83-56.
The Wildcats, who came into the game averaging an offensive rebounding percentage of 37.5, had a ridiculous mark of 51.4 and had an effective field goal percentage of 0.567 (above their season average of 0.498). The Cowboys, meanwhile, made 20 of their 26 free throws (76.9 percent) and had an effective field goal percentage of 0.653 (above their season average of 0.552). Cameron McGriff fueled Oklahoma State with 11 points and 12 rebounds. Villanova was led by Dhamir Cosby-Roundtree, who contributed 15 points and 13 rebounds.
The Wildcats have had records of 33-6 straight up (SU) and 18-20-1 against the spread (ATS) since last season. Villanova games have had a tendency to finish under the projected point total since last season (64.1 percent).
On the other hand, the Cowboys, are 22-15 SU and 19-12 ATS since last season. Vegas has been fairly accurate when setting the O/U total of Oklahoma State games over that same stretch with 16 overs compared to 15 unders.
Villanova should have the edge on the offensive side of the ball. The Wildcats rank first in offensive efficiency, while Oklahoma State ranks 144th in defensive efficiency since last season.
Villanova Wildcats vs. Oklahoma State Cowboys Odds Pick
Prediction: SU Winner – Villanova, ATS Winner – Villanova, O/U – Over
Betting Notes (2017-Present):
- Villanova ranks 37th in steals allowed per game (5.2) while Oklahoma State ranks 171st (6.3).
- The Wildcats rank 99th in rebounds per game (36.8) while the Cowboys rank 165th in rebounds allowed per game (34.9).
- Villanova ranks 46th in blocks per game (4.3) while Oklahoma State ranks 66th (4.0).
- The Wildcats rank 25th in assists per game (16.2) while the Cowboys rank 136th (14.0).
- Villanova ranks seventh in three pointers attempted per game (29.3) while Oklahoma State ranks 112th (23.4).
