The Idaho Vandals (5-14, 1-7 BigSky) and the Northern Arizona Lumberjacks (11-7, 5-4 BigSky) go head-to-head at Walkup Skydome. The Vandals will attempt to snap their five-game losing streak. The game starts at 4 p.m. ET on Saturday, February 1, 2020.
Idaho Vandals at Northern Arizona Lumberjacks ATS Odds
In their last contest, the Lumberjacks were victorious over the Sacramento State Hornets, 69-54, while the Vandals got blown out by the Southern Utah Thunderbirds, 73-45.
The Lumberjacks knocked down 20 of their 26 free throws (76.9 percent) and had an effective field goal percentage of 0.598 (above their season average of 0.518). Idaho, on the other hand, had a better free throw rate (0.180 vs. 0.088). Brooks DeBisschop was a key piece for Northern Arizona with 15 points, six rebounds and six assists. Idaho was led by Trevon Allen, who contributed 12 points.
The Lumberjacks dominated this series last year, securing victories in both contests. In the most recent game, Northern Arizona won 75-54. Northern Arizona out-rebounded Idaho. The Lumberjacks had more offensive rebounds (13 vs. 7), defensive rebounds (30 vs. 23) and total rebounds (43 vs. 30). This is the first time these teams will battle this year.
Looking at effective field goal percentage, Northern Arizona figures to have a noteworthy edge. The elite Lumberjacks offense ranks 85th in the nation in that metric at 0.521, while the Idaho defense is ranked 212th in effective field goal percentage allowed (0.496).
Idaho Vandals vs. Northern Arizona Lumberjacks Betting Pick
Free Basketball Tip: SU Winner – Northern Arizona, ATS Winner – Northern Arizona, O/U – Under
Betting Notes:
- Northern Arizona ranks 60th in three pointers allowed per game (19.7) while Idaho ranks 225th (24.5).
- The Lumberjacks rank 101st in assists per game (13.8) while the Vandals rank 175th in assists allowed per game (13.6).
- Northern Arizona averages 7.0 steals per game, which ranks 93rd in the country. Idaho ranks 157th in steals allowed per game (7.0).
Bettings Trends:
- The Lumberjacks’ average margin of victory in their last five games has been 4.4, down from 4.9 for the season.
- During their last five games, the Vandals have scored an average of 60.8 points per game (4.9 below their season average) and allowed an average of 72.6 points per game (2.3 above their season average).
