Bradley Braves vs. Drake Bulldogs ATS Prediction 02/19/19

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The Bradley Braves (15-12, 7-7 MVC) will be at the Knapp Center to go head-to-head against the Drake Bulldogs (20-7, 9-5 MVC) in a MVC matchup. The game gets underway at 8 p.m. ET on Tuesday, February 19, 2019.

Bradley Braves vs. Drake Bulldogs Betting Odds

Both teams beat their last opponent. The Bulldogs defeated the Valparaiso Crusaders 84-79, while the Braves beat the Illinois State Redbirds 65-59.

The Braves had a much better free throw rate (0.231 vs. 0.108) and held the Redbirds to an effective field goal percentage of 0.400 (below their season average of 0.512). The Bulldogs, meanwhile, knocked down 19 of their 22 free throws (86.4 percent) and had a turnover percentage of 14.5 (better than their season average of 17.3). Nick McGlynn put together a good performance for Drake with 16 points and nine rebounds. Nate Kennell had a good outing for Bradley, putting up 15 points.

In their first matchup this year, McGlynn led the Bulldogs to a 69-52 victory. He recorded a double-double with 19 points and 11 rebounds. Drake had a much better effective field goal percentage (0.610 vs. 0.336). Bradley, meanwhile, had a much better turnover percentage (13.8 vs. 25.6).

The Braves’ Darrell Brown has been playing well over his last five games, averaging 20 points,1.2 steals per game. Meanwhile, Brady Ellingson has averaged 14 points during that same time frame for the Bulldogs.

Bradley Braves at Drake Bulldogs Free Pick

Free Basketball Pick: SU Winner – Drake, ATS Winner – Drake, O/U – Under

Betting Notes:

  • Drake ranks 31st in assists per game (15.8) while Bradley ranks 217th (12.0).
  • The Braves rank 29th in blocks allowed per game (2.6) while the Bulldogs rank 68th (3.0).
  • The Bulldogs rank 90th in three pointers attempted per game (24.2) while the Braves rank 268th (18.7).
  • Bradley ranks 157th in steals per game (5.9) while Drake ranks 198th in steals allowed per game (7.6).

Bettings Trends:

  • During their last five games, the Braves have scored an average of 73.8 points per game (6.1 above their season average) and allowed an average of 64.6 points per game (1.5 below their season average).
  • The Bulldogs have been outscored by an average of 0.4 points in their last five games. For the season, Drake has defeated opponents by an average of 5.3 points.