The Bradley Braves (3-1) go head-to-head against the SMU Mustangs (2-2) in the Cancun Challenge – Riviera Division at Hard Rock Hotel Riviera Maya. The game will air on CBS Sports Network at 6 p.m. ET on Tuesday, November 20, 2018.
Bradley Braves vs. SMU Mustangs ATS Odds
Both teams were beaten in their last matchup. The Mustangs fell to the Lipscomb Bisons, 79-73, while the Braves lost a winnable game to the UIC Flames, 71-70.
Bradley had a much better turnover percentage (14.3 vs. 19.6) while SMU had a much better offensive rebounding percentage (30.2 vs. 21.9). Ethan Chargois played well for SMU, recording 22 points and 11 rebounds. Meanwhile, Bradley received a boost from Darrell Brown, who recorded 19 points.
Half-court execution will be of utmost importance when a pair of the nation’s slowest-paced teams square off. SMU ranks 348th in possessions per game (64.1) and Bradley is 334th (65.8) dating back to last season. It could also be a sloppy game for the offense of the Braves, which ranks 295th in ball security (turnover percentage of 20.4 percent). They’ll be going up against the top-notch defense of the Mustangs, which has forced the 22nd-most turnovers in the country (22.2 percent).
Bradley vs. SMU Odds Pick
Pick: SU Winner – Bradley, ATS Winner – Bradley, O/U – Over
Betting Notes (2017-Present):
- SMU ranks 120th in three pointers attempted per game (23.1) while Bradley ranks 282nd (18.4).
- The Braves rank 78th in blocks per game (4.0) while the Mustangs rank 152nd in blocks allowed per game (3.3).
- Bradley ranks 161st in rebounds per game (35.6) while SMU ranks 234th (34.2).
- The Mustangs rank 16th in steals allowed per game (4.8) while the Braves rank 159th (6.2).
- Bradley ranks 154th in assists allowed per game (13.3) while SMU ranks 247th (14.6).
