The Houston Baptist Huskies (3-18, 3-9 SthLnd) will be at Moody Coliseum to challenge the Abilene Christian Wildcats (13-10, 8-4 SthLnd) in a SthLnd matchup. Action gets underway at 8:30 p.m. ET on Wednesday, February 12, 2020.
Houston Baptist Huskies vs. Abilene Christian Wildcats ATS Odds
In their last contest, the Wildcats had no trouble getting past the Lamar Cardinals, 84-49, while the Huskies were beaten by the Northwestern State Demons, 93-79.
The Wildcats had a phenomenal effective field goal percentage of 0.642 (above their season average of 0.494) and held the Cardinals to an offensive rebounding percentage of 22.9 (below their season average of 31.5). Houston Baptist, meanwhile, did a terrific job of getting and making free throws (23-31; 74.2 percent). Abilene Christian was lifted by Payten Ricks, who put up 21 points and six rebounds. Ian DuBose, meanwhile had a solid performance for Houston Baptist, contributing 22 points and eight rebounds.
The Wildcats won the sole game between these two teams last year, 75-68. The Wildcats’ 15.1 turnover percentage was their largest advantage over the Huskies, who had a rate of 25.8. This is the first time these teams will clash this year.
The aggressive Abilene Christian offense could be living from the foul line in this battle. The Wildcats rank 53rd in the NCAA with a free throw attempt (FTA) rate of 0.268, while Houston Baptist ranks 320th in FTA rate allowed (0.288). Furthermore, the Huskies rank 303rd in turnover percentage (21.1 percent), while the Wildcats rank second in opponents’ turnover percentage (28.5 percent).
Houston Baptist Huskies vs. Abilene Christian Wildcats Free Pick
Free College Basketball Pick: SU Winner – Abilene Christian, ATS Winner – Houston Baptist, O/U – Over
Betting Notes:
- Abilene Christian ranks fifth in assists allowed per game (9.3) while Houston Baptist ranks 272nd (19.4).
- The Wildcats rank 10th in three pointers allowed per game (16.9) while the Huskies rank 136th (21.6).
- The Wildcats rank 13th in steals per game (9.2) while the Huskies rank 214th (5.4).
- Abilene Christian ranks 99th in rebounds allowed per game (33.7) while Houston Baptist ranks 255th (38.3).
Bettings Trends:
- The Wildcats’ average margin of victory in their last five games has been 7.2, down from 11.3 for the season.
- During their last five games, the Huskies have scored an average of 82.2 points per game (0.5 above their season average) and allowed an average of 86.4 points per game (11.3 below their season average).
