Central Michigan Chippewas at Minnesota Golden Gophers ATS Prediction 11/21/19

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The undefeated Central Michigan Chippewas (4-0) try to remain unbeaten when they square off against the Minnesota Golden Gophers (1-3) at Williams Arena. The game starts at 8 p.m. ET on Thursday, November 21, 2019.

Central Michigan Chippewas at Minnesota Golden Gophers Betting Odds

In their last game, the Golden Gophers fell to the Utah Runnin’ Utes, 73-69, while the Chippewas won big over the Siena Heights Saints, 115-58.

Central Michigan played a flawless game. They had a turnover percentage of 8.8 (worse than their season average of 8.6) and an offensive rebounding percentage of 31.4 (below their season average of 33.1). For those same stats, Siena Heights was 27.8 and 16.2, respectively. Minnesota, on the other hand, had a turnover percentage of 5.9 (better than their season average of 20.0). Minnesota rallied around Daniel Oturu, who recorded 21 points and 18 rebounds. Dallas Morgan, meanwhile played a key role for Central Michigan with 27 points.

Since the 2018-19 season, a focal point for the Minnesota offense has been to get to and convert from the free throw line. The Golden Gophers rank 49th in free throw attempt (FTA) rate (0.268), but Central Michigan has been among the best in the NCAA at keeping opponents away from the charity stripe (ranking 35th by yielding a FTA rate of 0.187). It will also be a matchup of conflicting tempos as the up-and-down Chippewas rank 14th in possessions per game, while the slower-paced Golden Gophers rank 270th.

Central Michigan Chippewas vs. Minnesota Golden Gophers Betting Pick

College Basketball Prediction: SU Winner – Minnesota, ATS Winner – Minnesota, O/U – Under

Betting Notes (2018-Present):

  • Central Michigan ranks 22nd in steals per game (8.3) while Minnesota ranks 266th (5.0).
  • The Golden Gophers average 4.0 blocks per game, which ranks 83rd in the NCAA. The Chippewas rank 241st in blocks allowed per game (4.6).
  • Minnesota ranks 67th in assists per game (14.6) while Central Michigan ranks 87th in assists allowed per game (12.1).
  • The Chippewas rank 88th in three pointers attempted per game (24.2) while the Golden Gophers rank 303rd (18.0).
  • Minnesota averages 36.6 rebounds per game, which ranks 113th in the nation. Central Michigan ranks 277th in rebounds allowed per game (37.9).