The Bowling Green Falcons (11-5, 2-1 MAC) will be at University Arena in Read Fieldhouse to take on the Western Michigan Broncos (8-8, 1-2 MAC) in a MAC matchup. Action begins at 7 p.m. ET on Tuesday, January 14, 2020.
Bowling Green Falcons vs. Western Michigan Broncos Betting Odds
In their last matchup, the Broncos lost to the Toledo Rockets, 67-59, while the Falcons were victorious over the Ohio Bobcats, 83-74.
The Falcons had a turnover percentage of 8.7 (better than their season average of 12.9) and had an offensive rebounding percentage of 42.9 (above their season average of 28.1). Western Michigan, meanwhile, had a turnover percentage of 9.4 (better than their season average of 15.2). Western Michigan rallied around Brandon Johnson, who put up 23 points and six rebounds. Justin Turner, meanwhile played a key role for Bowling Green with 29 points and five rebounds.
The Falcons dominated this series last year, winning both contests. In the most recent game, Bowling Green won 85-72. The Falcons’ turnover percentage was their biggest advantage over the Broncos. Bowling Green had a rate of 12.8, while Western Michigan posted a mark of 26.7. This will be the first matchup of the year between these two teams.
Western Michigan could put on a ball-control clinic in this showdown. Western Michigan ranks 36th in the country at avoiding errors (turnover percentage of 16.7 percent), while Bowling Green forces the 76th-fewest turnovers (18.2 percent).
Bowling Green Falcons at Western Michigan Broncos Free Pick
Pick: SU Winner – Bowling Green, ATS Winner – Bowling Green, O/U – Over
Betting Notes:
- Bowling Green ranks 22nd in rebounds per game (40.8) while Western Michigan ranks 245th in rebounds allowed per game (38.7).
- The Broncos rank 104th in three pointers attempted per game (23.2) while the Falcons rank 216th in three pointers allowed per game (24.1).
- Bowling Green ranks 22nd in steals allowed per game (5.2) while Western Michigan ranks 29th (5.4).
Bettings Trends:
- The Broncos’ average margin of defeat in their last five games has been 4.2, up from 1.1 for the season.
- During their last five games, the Falcons have scored an average of 73.4 points per game (2.6 below their season average) and allowed an average of 73.2 points per game (1.2 above their season average).
