The Illinois Fighting Illini (4-1) will be at home in the State Farm Center when they meet the Hampton Pirates (3-1). Action begins at 8 p.m. ET on Saturday, November 23, 2019.
Hampton Pirates at Illinois Fighting Illini Betting Odds
Both teams dismantled their last opponent. The Fighting Illini defeated the Citadel Bulldogs 85-57, while the Pirates beat the Regent Royals 93-50.
Hampton played a nearly flawless game. They had a free throw rate of 0.239 (above their season average of 0.231) and an effective field goal percentage of 0.575 (above their season average of 0.514). For those same stats, Regent had marks of 0.114 and 0.300, respectively. Illinois, on the other hand, played a nearly flawless game. They had a free throw rate of 0.235 (matching their season average) and an offensive rebounding percentage of 59.5 (above their season average of 42.1). Citadel had marks of 0.068 and 37.7, respectively, for those same stats. Kofi Cockburn led the way for Illinois, recording 18 points and 17 rebounds. Hampton received a boost from Benjamin Stanley, who contributed 20 points and 11 rebounds.
Based on each team’s statistical profile, ball security could play a key role in this contest. Dating back to the 2018-19 season, Hampton has committed the 10th-fewest miscues in the nation (turnover percentage of 15.0 percent), while the pesky defense of Illinois has forced the 52nd-most (opponents’ turnover percentage of 21.3 percent).
Hampton vs. Illinois Betting Pick
Prediction: SU Winner – Illinois, ATS Winner – Illinois, O/U – Under
Betting Notes (2018-Present):
- Illinois ranks 60th in three pointers allowed per game (20.1) while Hampton ranks 264th (24.4).
- The Pirates rank 19th in steals allowed per game (5.0) while the Fighting Illini rank 139th (6.2).
- Hampton averages 14.5 assists per game, which ranks 73rd in the NCAA. Illinois ranks 193rd in assists allowed per game (13.6).
- The Pirates rank 11th in rebounds per game (40.4) while the Fighting Illini rank 203rd (34.7).
- Hampton ranks 92nd in blocks per game (3.8) while Illinois ranks 226th (2.6).
