The Western Illinois Leathernecks (3-4) will travel to the Show Me Center to meet the Southeast Missouri State Redhawks (4-3). The game is scheduled to start at 7:30 p.m. ET on Saturday, December 1, 2018.
Western Illinois Leathernecks vs. Southeast Missouri State Redhawks Betting Odds
Both teams were triumphant in their last game. The Redhawks won a close one over the Missouri Science & Technology Miners 72-69, while the Leathernecks had no trouble getting past the SIUE Cougars 83-58.
The Leathernecks, who came into the game averaging an effective field goal percentage of 0.497, had a fantastic mark of 0.700 and had a free throw rate of 0.260 (above their season average of 0.205). Meanwhile, Southeast Missouri State’s 33.3 offensive rebounding percentage was their biggest advantage over Missouri Science & Technology, who had a rate of 26.8. Ledarrius Brewer played a key role for Southeast Missouri State with 20 points and 11 rebounds. Kobe Webster had a good outing for Western Illinois, contributing 22 points, six rebounds and five assists.
It could be a tough game for Southeast Missouri State on the offensive glass. Dating back to the 2017-18 season, the Redhawks rank 245th in offensive rebounding percentage (27.2 percent), while Western Illinois ranks 46th in defensive rebounding percentage (74.7 percent).
Western Illinois Leathernecks at Southeast Missouri State Redhawks Free Pick
Basketball Tip: SU Winner – Southeast Missouri State, ATS Winner – Southeast Missouri State, O/U – Over
Betting Notes (2017-Present):
- Western Illinois ranks 61st in blocks per game (4.1) while Southeast Missouri State ranks 286th (1.8).
- The Redhawks rank 155th in assists per game (13.6) while the Leathernecks rank 298th (10.9).
- Western Illinois ranks 140th in rebounds per game (36.1) while Southeast Missouri State ranks 243rd (33.9).
- The Redhawks rank 97th in three pointers attempted per game (23.7) while the Leathernecks rank 269th (19.3).
- Southeast Missouri State ranks 34th in steals allowed per game (5.2) while Western Illinois ranks 179th (6.4).
