The 15th-ranked Michigan State Spartans (8-3) and their outstanding offense host the Eastern Michigan Eagles (9-1) and their stifling defense. The game begins at 7 p.m. ET on Saturday, December 21, 2019.
Eastern Michigan Eagles at Michigan State Spartans Betting Odds
Both teams were victorious over their last opponent. The Spartans defeated the Northwestern Wildcats 77-72, while the Eagles beat the Northeastern Huskies 60-55.
Eastern Michigan dominated nearly every stat category in the game. They had a free throw rate of 0.271 (below their season average of 0.328) and an effective field goal percentage of 0.490 (below their season average of 0.524). Northeastern was 0.145 and 0.427, respectively, for those same stats. Michigan State, meanwhile, dominated nearly every stat category in their game. They had an absurd offensive rebounding percentage of 41.2 (above their season average of 34.5) and a free throw rate of 0.197 (below their season average of 0.264). Northwestern was 10.5 and 0.180, respectively, for those same stats. Xavier Tillman had a good outing for Michigan State, recording 15 points and 10 rebounds. Noah Morgan played a key role for Eastern Michigan with 19 points.
The game should be a showdown of strength against strength as the high-powered offense of Michigan State takes on the top-notch defense of Eastern Michigan. The Spartans rank 35th in offensive efficiency, while the Eagles are 12th in defensive efficiency.
Eastern Michigan at Michigan State ATS Pick
College Basketball Prediction: SU Winner – Michigan State, ATS Winner – Michigan State, O/U – Over
Betting Notes:
- Michigan State ranks fourth in assists per game (18.6) while Eastern Michigan ranks 196th (10.9).
- The Spartans rank 125th in three pointers attempted per game (22.3) while the Eagles rank 222nd in three pointers allowed per game (25.5).
- Michigan State ranks 40th in blocks per game (4.5) while Eastern Michigan ranks 97th (3.2).
- The Spartans rank 14th in rebounds per game (41.8) while the Eagles rank 173rd (34.7).
- Eastern Michigan ranks second in steals per game (11.3) while Michigan State ranks 159th (5.5).
Bettings Trends:
- During their last five games, the Eagles have scored an average of 62.8 points per game (7.0 below their season average) and allowed an average of 63.2 points per game (6.1 above their season average).
- The Spartans’ average margin of victory in their last five games has been 8.2, down from 12.8 for the season.
