The Purdue Boilermakers (2-2) and their sensational offense host the Jacksonville State Gamecocks (1-2) and their exceptional defense. Action starts at 8 p.m. ET on Saturday, November 23, 2019.
Jacksonville State Gamecocks at Purdue Boilermakers Betting Odds
In their last outing, the Boilermakers had no trouble getting past the Chicago State Cougars, 93-49, while the Gamecocks were blown out by the VCU Rams, 93-65.
Purdue played a flawless game. They had an extraordinary offensive rebounding percentage of 60.5 (above their season average of 37.7) and a turnover percentage of 9.4 (better than their season average of 14.7). For those same stats, Chicago State was 21.9 and 24.0, respectively. Jacksonville State, on the other hand, had a much better free throw rate (0.206 vs. 0.091). Aaron Wheeler played well for Purdue, contributing 10 points and 10 rebounds. Jacksonville State received a boost from De’Torrion Ware, who recorded 16 points and nine rebounds.
This matchup pits one of the country’s top offenses against one of its elite defenses. Since the 2018-19 season, Purdue ranks seventh in offensive efficiency and Jacksonville State ranks 45th in defensive efficiency. Conflicting styles will be on display in this matchup. The up-and-down Gamecocks rank 47th in possessions per game, while the more half-court oriented Boilermakers rank 325th.
Jacksonville State vs. Purdue Betting Pick
Free College Basketball Pick: SU Winner – Purdue, ATS Winner – Jacksonville State, O/U – Over
Betting Notes (2018-Present):
- Purdue ranks 31st in three pointers attempted per game (26.8) while Jacksonville State ranks 274th (19.5).
- The Boilermakers rank 31st in rebounds allowed per game (31.8) while the Gamecocks rank 88th (33.5).
- Purdue ranks 68th in assists per game (14.6) while Jacksonville State ranks 76th in assists allowed per game (12.0).
- The Boilermakers rank 10th in steals allowed per game (4.8) while the Gamecocks rank 187th (6.6).
- Jacksonville State averages 4.0 blocks per game, which ranks 77th in the nation. Purdue ranks 207th in blocks allowed per game (3.7).
