Bowling Green Falcons vs. Akron Zips Free Prediction 03/05/19

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The Akron Zips (15-14, 7-9 MAC) wrap up their home schedule at James A. Rhodes Arena against the Bowling Green Falcons (20-9, 12-4 MAC). Action begins at 7 p.m. ET on Tuesday, March 5, 2019.

Bowling Green Falcons vs. Akron Zips ATS Odds

In their last outing, the Zips lost big to the Ohio Bobcats, 73-49, while the Falcons beat the Kent State Golden Flashes, 77-72.

The Falcons had an extraordinary free throw rate of 0.347 (above their season average of 0.237) and had an effective field goal percentage of 0.612 (above their season average of 0.507). Akron, on the other hand, had a better offensive rebounding percentage (30.2 vs. 30.0). Deng Riak played well for Akron, recording 11 points and eight rebounds. Meanwhile, Bowling Green rallied around Justin Turner, who finished with 18 points.

In their first matchup this season, Turner led the Falcons to a 73-69 win. He scored a game-high 23 points. Bowling Green’s 0.167 free throw rate was their biggest advantage over Akron, who had a rate of 0.100.

The offense of Akron will face off against the top-notch defense of Bowling Green. The Zips rank 286th in offensive efficiency, while the Falcons are 92nd in defensive efficiency. The Falcons should have the advantage on that end of the court.

Bowling Green vs. Akron ATS Pick

College Basketball Pick: SU Winner – Akron, ATS Winner – Akron, O/U – Under

Betting Notes:

  • Bowling Green averages 41.4 rebounds per game, which ranks third in the country. Akron ranks 268th in rebounds allowed per game (38.7).
  • The Falcons are 50th in the country with 2.8 blocks allowed per game while the Zips are 55th with 2.8 blocks allowed per game.
  • The Zips rank 16th in three pointers attempted per game (28.0) while the Falcons rank 263rd in three pointers allowed per game (26.2).
  • Akron allows the 24th-fewest assists per game (10.7) while Bowling Green ranks 52nd (11.5).

Bettings Trends:

  • During their last five games, the Zips have scored an average of 61.6 points per game (7.0 below their season average) and allowed an average of 67.6 points per game (4.2 above their season average).
  • The Falcons’ average margin of victory in their last five games has been 2.2, down from 7.0 for the season.