Evansville Aces vs. Valparaiso Crusaders Free Prediction 01/26/20

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The Evansville Aces (9-11, 0-7 MVC) and the Valparaiso Crusaders (10-10, 3-4 MVC) clash at Athletics-Recreation Center. The Aces will try to put an end to their seven-game losing streak. Action begins at 5 p.m. ET on Sunday, January 26, 2020.

Evansville Aces vs. Valparaiso Crusaders Betting Odds

Both teams lost in their last game. The Crusaders lost to the Missouri State Bears, 67-60, while the Aces got blown out by the Drake Bulldogs, 73-50.

Evansville had a better free throw rate (0.208 vs. 0.153) while Valparaiso had a better turnover percentage (13.3 vs. 18.3). Mileek McMillan led the way for Valparaiso, putting up 12 points and five rebounds. John Hall, meanwhile fueled Evansville with seven points and seven rebounds.

In their first matchup this season, Javon Freeman-Liberty led the Crusaders to an 81-79 win. He put up 25 points. Valparaiso had a much better turnover percentage (12.3 vs. 17.6). Evansville, on the other hand, did an excellent job of converting from the free throw line (18-24; 75.0 percent).

Second-chance points might be few and far between for Evansville in this meeting. The Aces rank 347th in offensive rebounding percentage (20.8 percent), while Valparaiso ranks 67th in defensive rebounding percentage (74.7 percent).

Evansville at Valparaiso Betting Pick

College Basketball Pick: SU Winner – Valparaiso, ATS Winner – Evansville, O/U – Under

Betting Notes:

  • Valparaiso ranks 29th in steals per game (8.4) while Evansville ranks 213th (4.8).
  • The Aces rank 26th in three pointers allowed per game (18.1) while the Crusaders rank 48th (19.1).
  • Evansville is 30th in the nation with 2.5 blocks allowed per game while Valparaiso is 51st with 2.8 blocks allowed per game.
  • The Crusaders rank 36th in assists per game (15.6) while the Aces rank 189th (12.1).
  • Valparaiso ranks 193rd in rebounds per game (34.5) while Evansville ranks 241st (32.8).

Bettings Trends:

  • During their last five games, the Crusaders have scored an average of 68.0 points per game (5.8 below their season average) and allowed an average of 71.2 points per game (1.6 below their season average).
  • The Aces’ average margin of defeat in their last five games has been 22.0, up from 5.7 for the season.