Expect a fast-paced game when the Chicago State Cougars (4-6) travel to Tennessee State to play the Tigers (5-3). The game gets underway at 1 p.m. ET on Friday, December 6, 2019.
Chicago State Cougars at Tennessee State Tigers Betting Odds
Both teams were victorious over their last opponent. The Tigers defeated the North Florida Ospreys 81-73, while the Cougars beat the SIUE Cougars 89-81.
Chicago State made 25 of their 27 free throws (92.6 percent) and had an effective field goal percentage of 0.667 (above their season average of 0.476). The Tigers, on the other hand, had a great free throw rate of 0.268 (above their season average of 0.175) and had an effective field goal percentage of 0.589 (above their season average of 0.564). Tennessee State received a boost from Wesley Harris, who had 13 points and eight rebounds. Meanwhile, Xavier Johnson fueled Chicago State with 23 points and five assists.
There should be plenty of transition action in this contest that features two of the country’s more up-tempo teams. Tennessee State ranks 37th in possessions per game (73.1) and Chicago State is 20th (71.7) since last season. Furthermore, the Cougars, who rank 16th in free throw attempt (FTA) rate (0.239), could earn plenty of trips to the line against the Tigers, who rank 353rd in opponents’ FTA rate (0.363).
Chicago State Cougars vs. Tennessee State Tigers Pick
Basketball Pick: SU Winner – Tennessee State, ATS Winner – Tennessee State, O/U – Over
Betting Notes (2018-Present):
- Tennessee State ranks 46th in assists allowed per game (11.1) while Chicago State ranks 305th (17.3).
- The Tigers rank 192nd in rebounds per game (35.1) while the Cougars rank 293rd (31.3).
- Chicago State ranks 19th in blocks allowed per game (3.0) while Tennessee State ranks 114th (3.2).
- The Tigers rank 55th in three pointers allowed per game (19.8) while the Cougars rank 275th (26.6).
- Tennessee State averages 6.9 steals per game, which ranks 109th in the country. Chicago State ranks 269th in steals allowed per game (7.8).