The Chicago State Cougars (3-13, 0-1 WAC) and the California Baptist Lancers (9-7, 1-2 WAC) clash at Jones Convocation Center. The Cougars will attempt to snap their five-game losing streak. The game gets underway at 3:05 p.m. ET on Saturday, January 12, 2019.
California Baptist Lancers at Chicago State Cougars Betting Odds
Both teams fell in their last outing. The Cougars fell to the UMKC Kangaroos, 80-72, while the Lancers were defeated by the UMKC Kangaroos, 84-68.
California Baptist held UMKC to an offensive rebounding percentage of 15.6 (below their season average of 24.7) while Chicago State had an offensive rebounding percentage of 33.3 (above their season average of 24.8). Chicago State was led by Anthony Harris, who put up 17 points, seven rebounds and five assists. Jordan Heading, meanwhile was a key piece for California Baptist with 23 points and five rebounds.
Second-chance opportunities could be few and far between for Chicago State in this battle. The Cougars rank 296th in offensive rebounding percentage (25.3 percent), while California Baptist ranks ninth in defensive rebounding percentage (77.5 percent).
California Baptist Lancers vs. Chicago State Cougars ATS Pick
Pick: SU Winner – Chicago State, O/U – Under
Betting Notes:
- California Baptist ranks 29th in three pointers allowed per game (18.9) while Chicago State ranks 250th (27.8).
- The Lancers rank 14th in blocks allowed per game (2.2) while the Cougars rank 118th (3.9).
- The Lancers rank 21st in assists allowed per game (10.3) while the Cougars rank 229th (17.4).
- California Baptist ranks 51st in rebounds per game (38.8) while Chicago State ranks 225th in rebounds allowed per game (38.3).
Bettings Trends:
- During their last five games, the Cougars have scored an average of 59.8 points per game (5.6 below their season average) and allowed an average of 90.6 points per game (4.2 above their season average).
- The Lancers’ average margin of victory in their last five games has been 7.4, up from 6.8 for the season.
