Chicago State Cougars vs. New Mexico State Aggies Betting Prediction 03/14/19

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The Chicago State Cougars (3-28, 0-16 WAC) square off with the New Mexico State Aggies (27-4, 15-1 WAC) in the Western Athletic Conference Tourney at Orleans Arena. Action starts at 3 p.m. ET on Thursday, March 14, 2019.

Chicago State Cougars vs. New Mexico State Aggies Betting Odds

In their last outing, the Aggies defeated the California Baptist Lancers, 75-63, while the Cougars lost to the UMKC Kangaroos, 76-61.

The Aggies held the Lancers to an effective field goal percentage of 0.394 (below their season average of 0.533) and had a better offensive rebounding percentage (28.9 vs. 27.0). Chicago State, meanwhile, did a great job of making free throws (17-20; 85.0 percent). Trevelin Queen had a good outing for New Mexico State, contributing 19 points. Meanwhile, Chicago State was led by Cameron Bowles, who finished with 13 points and six rebounds.

New Mexico State could have their way on the offensive side of the ball as their productive offense squares off against one of the NCAA’s worst defenses. The Aggies currently rank 20th in offensive efficiency, while Chicago State ranks 352nd in defensive efficiency. Additionally, the Cougars, who rank 336th in offensive rebounding percentage (22.7 percent), could have a tough time getting second chance points against the Aggies, who rank third in defensive rebounding percentage (78.0 percent).

Chicago State vs. New Mexico State Odds Pick

Prediction: SU Winner – New Mexico State, ATS Winner – New Mexico State, O/U – Over

Betting Notes:

  • New Mexico State ranks 23rd in three pointers attempted per game (27.4) while Chicago State ranks 317th (14.7).
  • The Aggies rank 10th in steals allowed per game (4.7) while the Cougars rank 211th (7.6).
  • New Mexico State ranks first in blocks allowed per game (1.8) while Chicago State ranks 99th (3.2).
  • The Aggies rank second in assists allowed per game (8.9) while the Cougars rank 276th (16.9).
  • New Mexico State ranks third in rebounds allowed per game (29.1) while Chicago State ranks 266th (38.6).

Bettings Trends:

  • During their last five games, the Aggies have scored an average of 82.0 points per game (4.5 above their season average) and allowed an average of 59.4 points per game (5.2 below their season average).
  • The Cougars’ average margin of defeat in their last five games has been 21.2, down from 22.7 for the season.