Expect a fast-paced game when the Bethune-Cookman Wildcats (5-5) head to California Baptist to take on the Lancers (5-4). Action begins at 10 p.m. ET on Saturday, December 14, 2019.
Bethune-Cookman Wildcats vs. California Baptist Lancers ATS Odds
In their last contest, the Lancers defeated the UC Irvine Anteaters, 68-60, while the Wildcats got blown out by the Jacksonville Dolphins, 82-60.
California Baptist played a nearly flawless contest. They had a great free throw rate of 0.291 (above their season average of 0.286) and an effective field goal percentage of 0.473 (below their season average of 0.517). UC Irvine had marks of 0.169 and 0.377, respectively, for those same stats. Bethune-Cookman, on the other hand, had a turnover percentage of 9.7 (better than their season average of 18.9). California Baptist’s Milan Acquaah had a good outing, finishing with 26 points and seven rebounds. Meanwhile, Bethune-Cookman received a boost from Isaiah Bailey, who contributed 15 points.
There should be a fair amount of transition action in this battle that features two of the country’s more up-and-down teams. California Baptist ranks 57th in possessions per game (70.8) and Bethune-Cookman is 27th (73.9) dating back to last season.
Bethune-Cookman vs. California Baptist Pick
Prediction: SU Winner – California Baptist, ATS Winner – California Baptist, O/U – Under
Betting Notes (2018-Present):
- California Baptist ranks 34th in three pointers attempted per game (26.0) while Bethune-Cookman ranks 235th (20.0).
- The Wildcats average 3.6 blocks per game, which ranks 64th in the nation. The Lancers rank 139th in blocks allowed per game (2.7).
- California Baptist averages 11.7 assists per game, which ranks 115th in the nation. Bethune-Cookman ranks 146th in assists allowed per game (13.9).
- The Lancers rank 23rd in rebounds per game (38.3) while the Wildcats rank 203rd in rebounds allowed per game (37.6).
- Bethune-Cookman ranks 40th in steals per game (7.7) while California Baptist ranks 219th (4.5).
