The Valparaiso Crusaders (5-4) will be at home in the Athletics-Recreation Center when they challenge the Central Michigan Chippewas (7-2). The game gets underway at 2 p.m. ET on Sunday, December 8, 2019.
Central Michigan Chippewas vs. Valparaiso Crusaders Betting Odds
In their last contest, the Crusaders fell to the Eastern Michigan Eagles, 85-79, while the Chippewas defeated the UT Martin Skyhawks, 84-75.
Central Michigan played a flawless game. They had an extraordinary free throw rate of 0.500 (above their season average of 0.260) and a turnover percentage of 11.2 (worse than their season average of 11.0). UT Martin was 0.136 and 13.6, respectively, for those same stats. Valparaiso, on the other hand, held Eastern Michigan to an offensive rebounding percentage of 19.0 (below their season average of 35.8). Valparaiso was led by Javon Freeman-Liberty, who recorded 28 points, five rebounds and five steals. Devontae Lane, meanwhile had a good outing for Central Michigan, finishing with 17 points.
Valparaiso could have trouble getting to the charity stripe in this showdown. The Crusaders rank 152nd in the country with a free throw attempt (FTA) rate of 0.233, while Central Michigan ranks 43rd in FTA rate allowed (0.179) dating back to the 2018-19 season. Opposite styles will be on display in this contest. The fast-breaking Chippewas rank 20th in possessions per game, while the slower-paced Crusaders rank 257th.
Central Michigan Chippewas at Valparaiso Crusaders Free Pick
Free Basketball Pick: SU Winner – Central Michigan, ATS Winner – Central Michigan, O/U – Under
Betting Notes (2018-Present):
- Valparaiso ranks 73rd in rebounds allowed per game (33.2) while Central Michigan ranks 271st (37.9).
- The Chippewas rank 33rd in steals allowed per game (5.3) while the Crusaders rank 179th (6.8).
- Central Michigan averages 13.8 assists per game, which ranks 115th in the NCAA. Valparaiso ranks 141st in assists allowed per game (12.6).
- The Chippewas rank 86th in three pointers attempted per game (24.1) while the Crusaders rank 276th (18.8).
- Valparaiso ranks 71st in blocks allowed per game (2.9) while Central Michigan ranks 225th (4.5).
