The Drake Bulldogs (9-3) will travel to Clune Arena to go head-to-head against the Air Force Falcons (6-6). Action starts at 2 p.m. ET on Saturday, December 21, 2019.
Drake Bulldogs at Air Force Falcons Betting Odds
Both teams thoroughly outplayed their last opponent. The Falcons defeated the Johnson & Wales (CO) Wildcats 99-42, while the Bulldogs beat the Mount Marty Lancers 92-74.
Drake dominated nearly every facet of the game. They had a great offensive rebounding percentage of 28.6 (above their season average of 25.3) and a free throw rate of 0.297 (above their season average of 0.205). For those same stats, Mount Marty had marks of 7.3 and 0.231, respectively. Meanwhile, Air Force played a flawless game. They had a fantastic free throw rate of 0.510 (above their season average of 0.318) and an effective field goal percentage of 0.716 (above their season average of 0.546). For those same stats, Johnson & Wales (CO) was 0.034 and 0.345, respectively. Air Force rallied around Isaac Monson, who put up 10 points and six rebounds. Liam Robbins played a key role for Drake with 25 points and 10 rebounds.
It could be a difficult game for Air Force on the offensive glass. The Falcons rank 314th in offensive rebounding percentage (20.2 percent), while Drake ranks 63rd in defensive rebounding percentage (78.7 percent).
Drake Bulldogs at Air Force Falcons ATS Pick
Pick: SU Winner – Drake, ATS Winner – Drake, O/U – Under
Betting Notes:
- Drake ranks 41st in assists allowed per game (10.2) while Air Force ranks 162nd (14.2).
- The Bulldogs rank 123rd in three pointers allowed per game (22.1) while the Falcons rank 231st (25.8).
- Air Force ranks 48th in blocks allowed per game (2.4) while Drake ranks 72nd (2.8).
Bettings Trends:
- During their last five games, the Falcons have scored an average of 85.0 points per game (9.5 above their season average) and allowed an average of 69.2 points per game (2.4 below their season average).
- The Bulldogs’ average margin of victory in their last five games has been 1.0, down from 7.3 for the season.
