The Eastern Michigan Eagles (12-11, 2-8 MAC) visit McGuirk Arena to square off with the Central Michigan Chippewas (13-9, 6-3 MAC). The Eagles look to end a seven-game road losing streak. The game begins at 7 p.m. ET on Tuesday, February 11, 2020.
Eastern Michigan Eagles at Central Michigan Chippewas ATS Odds
Both teams fell in their last matchup. The Chippewas fell to the Buffalo Bulls, 65-60, while the Eagles lost a tough one against the Akron Zips, 59-58.
Eastern Michigan had a free throw rate of 0.474 (above their season average of 0.266) while Central Michigan forced Buffalo into a turnover percentage of 21.0 (above their season average of 16.0). Central Michigan received a boost from Kevin McKay, who put up 14 points and eight rebounds. Boubacar Toure had a good game for Eastern Michigan, contributing 14 points and 10 rebounds.
The Chippewas dominated this series last year, securing victories in both games. In the last contest, Central Michigan won 77-66. The Chippewas’ turnover percentage was their largest advantage over the Eagles. Central Michigan had a rate of 16.4, while Eastern Michigan posted a mark of 20.9. This will be the first matchup of the year between these two teams.
Based on each team’s statistical profile, ball security could play a significant role in this contest. Central Michigan commits the 25th-fewest miscues in the nation (turnover percentage of 16.4 percent), while the ball-hawking defense of Eastern Michigan forces the ninth-most (opponents’ turnover percentage of 25.6 percent). Also, the Eagles rank 45th in free throw attempt (FTA) rate (0.273), while the Chippewas rank 27th in opponents’ FTA rate (0.170).
Eastern Michigan Eagles at Central Michigan Chippewas ATS Pick
Basketball Tip: SU Winner – Central Michigan, ATS Winner – Central Michigan, O/U – Over
Betting Notes:
- Central Michigan averages 24.0 three pointers per game, which ranks 84th in the nation. Eastern Michigan ranks 252nd in three pointers allowed per game (25.4).
- The Eagles rank 39th in blocks allowed per game (2.6) while the Chippewas rank 118th (3.5).
- Central Michigan ranks 210th in assists per game (11.9) while Eastern Michigan ranks 264th (9.7).
- The Chippewas average 9.4 steals per game, which ranks 10th in the country. The Eagles rank 157th in steals allowed per game (7.0).
- Central Michigan ranks 80th in rebounds per game (37.5) while Eastern Michigan ranks 187th in rebounds allowed per game (36.0).
Bettings Trends:
- The Chippewas’ average margin of victory in their last five games has been 3.4, down from 5.7 for the season.
- During their last five games, the Eagles have scored an average of 62.4 points per game (2.2 below their season average) and allowed an average of 62.6 points per game (0.2 below their season average).
