The Creighton Bluejays (1-0) and their sensational offense travel to Michigan as 4.5-point underdogs to take on the Wolverines (1-0) and their exceptional defense. The game’s Over/Under (O/U) has been set at 145 points and action begins at 6:30 p.m. ET on Tuesday, November 12, 2019.
Creighton Bluejays vs. Michigan Wolverines Betting Odds
Both teams were victorious in their last game. The Wolverines beat the Appalachian State Mountaineers 79-71, while the Bluejays dismantled the Kennesaw State Owls 81-55.
Creighton dominated nearly every facet of the game. They had an effective field goal percentage of 0.619 and an offensive rebounding percentage of 22.9. For those same stats, Kennesaw State had marks of 0.398 and 17.5, respectively. Meanwhile, Michigan dominated nearly every facet of their game. They had an offensive rebounding percentage of 30.6 and a turnover percentage of 19.7. For those same stats, Appalachian State was 25.8 and 22.2, respectively. Jon Teske had a solid game for Michigan with 17 points and 13 rebounds. Meanwhile, Marcus Zegarowski had a good game for Creighton, recording 18 points and five assists.
Michigan could have difficulty getting to the charity stripe in this matchup. The Wolverines rank 307th in the nation with a free throw attempt (FTA) rate of 0.193, while Creighton ranks 28th in FTA rate allowed (0.185) dating back to last season. Additionally, the Bluejays’ 59th-ranked offense (offensive efficiency of 110.3) will face off against the Wolverines’ third-ranked defense (defensive efficiency of 90.1).
Creighton Bluejays at Michigan Wolverines ATS Pick
College Basketball Pick: SU Winner – Michigan, ATS Winner – Michigan, O/U – Over
Betting Notes (2018-Present):
- Michigan ranks first in three pointers allowed per game (16.7) while Creighton ranks 200th (23.4).
- The Wolverines rank 72nd in blocks per game (4.1) while the Bluejays rank 135th in blocks allowed per game (3.3).
- The Wolverines rank 12th in assists allowed per game (10.2) while the Bluejays rank 206th (13.9).
- Michigan ranks third in steals allowed per game (4.1) while Creighton ranks 162nd (6.3).
