Iowa Hawkeyes vs. Nebraska Cornhuskers Free Prediction 03/10/19

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The Nebraska Cornhuskers (15-15, 5-14 Big 10) welcome the 22nd-ranked Iowa Hawkeyes (21-9, 10-9 Big 10) to Pinnacle Bank Arena as the regular season comes to an end. Action begins at 2 p.m. ET on Sunday, March 10, 2019.

Iowa Hawkeyes at Nebraska Cornhuskers ATS Odds

Both teams lost in their last matchup. The Cornhuskers fell to the ninth-ranked Michigan State Spartans, 91-76, while the Hawkeyes lost big to the 21st-ranked Wisconsin Badgers, 65-45.

Iowa forced Wisconsin into a turnover percentage of 20.5 (above their season average of 12.6) while Nebraska had a better turnover percentage (11.0 vs. 12.9). James Palmer Jr. was a key piece for Nebraska with 30 points. Iowa, meanwhile, was lifted by Nicholas Baer, who recorded six points and five rebounds.

In their first matchup this year, Isaiah Moss led the Hawkeyes to a 93-84 victory. He recorded a double-double with 12 points and 10 rebounds. Iowa was effective at getting and making free throws. The Hawkeyes made 29 of their 32 free throws (90.6 percent), while the Cornhuskers were 20-26 (76.9 percent).

Iowa may struggle to create turnovers. Nebraska ranks 10th in the NCAA at avoiding errors (turnover percentage of 14.5 percent), while Iowa forces the 186th-most turnovers (18.8 percent). Moreover, the Hawkeyes rank first in free throw attempt (FTA) rate (0.324), while the Cornhuskers rank 53rd in opponents’ FTA rate (0.196).

Iowa Hawkeyes vs. Nebraska Cornhuskers Odds Pick

Prediction: SU Winner – Nebraska, ATS Winner – Nebraska, O/U – Over

Betting Notes:

  • Nebraska ranks 29th in assists allowed per game (10.8) while Iowa ranks 258th (15.5).
  • The Cornhuskers rank 16th in steals allowed per game (5.0) while the Hawkeyes rank 140th (6.6).
  • Iowa ranks 28th in blocks allowed per game (2.5) while Nebraska ranks 143rd (3.7).
  • The Cornhuskers rank 28th in three pointers allowed per game (19.2) while the Hawkeyes rank 239th (24.6).
  • Iowa ranks 135th in rebounds allowed per game (34.5) while Nebraska ranks 272nd (38.3).

Bettings Trends:

  • The Cornhuskers have been outscored by an average of 12.4 points in their last five games. On the season, Nebraska has defeated opponents by an average of 5.5 points.
  • During their last five games, the Hawkeyes have scored an average of 65.6 points per game (13.0 below their season average) and allowed an average of 75.4 points per game (2.0 above their season average).