The Kent State Golden Flashes (2-0) will travel to the Ervin J. Nutter Center to go head-to-head against the Wright State Raiders (3-0). Action begins at 7 p.m. ET on Saturday, November 16, 2019.
Kent State Golden Flashes at Wright State Raiders Betting Odds
Both teams were victorious over their last opponent. The Raiders defeated the Tennessee Tech Golden Eagles 85-80, while the Golden Flashes beat the Towson Tigers 84-80.
Kent State played a nearly perfect game. They had an effective field goal percentage of 0.492 and an offensive rebounding percentage of 28.1. For those same stats, Towson had marks of 0.412 and 25.6, respectively. The Raiders, meanwhile, had a much better offensive rebounding percentage (45.5 vs. 21.1) and had a better free throw rate (0.189 vs. 0.169). Wright State was lifted by Tanner Holden, who contributed 18 points and 14 rebounds. Anthony Roberts played a key role for Kent State with 21 points and seven rebounds.
The prolific offense of Wright State will square off against the mid-tier defense of Kent State. Dating back to the 2018-19 season, the Raiders rank 71st in offensive efficiency, while the Golden Flashes are 233rd in defensive efficiency. The Raiders figure to have the advantage on that side of the ball. Moreover, the Golden Flashes rank 31st in offensive rebounding percentage (34.1 percent), while the Raiders rank 49th in defensive rebounding percentage (75.0 percent).
Kent State Golden Flashes vs. Wright State Raiders Betting Pick
Pick: SU Winner – Wright State, ATS Winner – Wright State, O/U – Over
Betting Notes (2018-Present):
- Kent State ranks 100th in blocks per game (3.8) while Wright State ranks 257th (2.1).
- The Raiders average 23.6 three pointers per game, which ranks 113th in the nation. The Golden Flashes rank 134th in three pointers allowed per game (21.8).
- The Raiders rank 32nd in assists allowed per game (10.9) while the Golden Flashes rank 170th (13.2).
- Wright State ranks 43rd in rebounds allowed per game (32.2) while Kent State ranks 145th (34.6).
