Kansas State Wildcats vs. Baylor Bears Free Prediction 02/09/19

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It will be a battle between two stifling defenses when the Baylor Bears (15-7, 6-3 Big 12) take on the Kansas State Wildcats (17-5, 7-2 Big 12) at Ferrell Center. The game can be seen on ESPN2 at 6 p.m. ET on Saturday, February 9, 2019.

Kansas State Wildcats vs. Baylor Bears Betting Odds

In their last matchup, the Bears were beaten by the Texas Longhorns, 84-72, while the Wildcats beat the 13th-ranked Kansas Jayhawks, 74-67.

The Wildcats forced 23 turnovers and had a free throw rate of 0.241 (above their season average of 0.205). Baylor, on the other hand, had a better offensive rebounding percentage (32.3 vs. 29.6). Baylor was led by Jared Butler, who put up 13 points and six assists. Meanwhile, Barry Brown Jr. played a pivotal role for Kansas State with 18 points and five assists.

The Wildcats dominated this series last year, securing victories in both contests. In the last matchup, Kansas State won 77-67. The Wildcats’ turnover percentage was their largest strength over the Bears. Kansas State had a rate of 14.2, while Baylor posted a mark of 19.4. This is the first time these teams will go head-to-head this year.

Half-court execution will be critical when a pair of the NCAA’s slowest-paced teams face off. Baylor ranks 311th in possessions per game (66.7) and Kansas State is 333rd (65.7).

Kansas State Wildcats vs. Baylor Bears Free Pick

College Basketball Pick: SU Winner – Baylor, ATS Winner – Baylor, O/U – Under

Betting Notes:

  • Baylor ranks 14th in blocks per game (5.1) while Kansas State ranks 190th (2.1).
  • The Wildcats rank 42nd in steals per game (7.7) while the Bears rank 87th (6.8).
  • Baylor allows the 24th-fewest rebounds per game (31.4) while Kansas State ranks 30th (31.6).
  • The Bears rank 48th in three pointers allowed per game (19.8) while the Wildcats rank 141st (22.4).
  • Kansas State ranks 38th in assists allowed per game (11.3) while Baylor ranks 92nd (12.3).

Bettings Trends:

  • The Wildcats’ average margin of victory in their last five games has been 7.2, up from 6.4 for the season.
  • During their last five games, the Bears have scored an average of 79.4 points per game (6.2 above their season average) and allowed an average of 67.2 points per game (2.7 above their season average).