Kent State Golden Flashes vs. Mississippi State Bulldogs ATS Prediction 12/30/19

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The Mississippi State Bulldogs (8-3) and their outstanding offense host the Kent State Golden Flashes (10-2) and their tremendous defense. The game can be seen on SEC Network at 8 p.m. ET on Monday, December 30, 2019.

Kent State Golden Flashes vs. Mississippi State Bulldogs ATS Odds

In their last contest, the Bulldogs were beaten by the New Mexico State Aggies, 58-52, while the Golden Flashes won big over the Hampton Pirates, 103-64.

Kent State dominated every facet of the game. They had a phenomenal offensive rebounding percentage of 36.7 (above their season average of 31.4) and a turnover percentage of 7.7 (better than their season average of 14.2). Hampton put up marks of 11.4 and 16.2, respectively, for those same stats. Mississippi State, on the other hand, had a better offensive rebounding percentage (36.4 vs. 37.5). Mississippi State rallied around Reggie Perry, who recorded 17 points and 10 rebounds. Anthony Roberts played a key role for Kent State with 19 points.

The game should be a showdown of strength against strength as the prolific offense of Mississippi State takes on the stingy defense of Kent State. The Bulldogs rank 52nd in offensive efficiency, while the Golden Flashes are 55th in defensive efficiency.

Kent State Golden Flashes vs. Mississippi State Bulldogs Odds Pick

College Basketball Prediction: SU Winner – Kent State, ATS Winner – Kent State, O/U – Over

Betting Notes:

  • Kent State ranks 29th in three pointers attempted per game (27.4) while Mississippi State ranks 249th (17.9).
  • The Golden Flashes rank 46th in assists per game (15.4) while the Bulldogs rank 84th in assists allowed per game (11.9).
  • Kent State blocks 5.3 opponent shots per game, which is ranked 20th in the nation. Mississippi State ranks 30th in blocks allowed per game (2.5).
  • The Bulldogs rank 11th in rebounds allowed per game (29.5) while the Golden Flashes rank 157th (35.4).
  • Kent State ranks 18th in steals allowed per game (4.9) while Mississippi State ranks 139th (7.1).

Bettings Trends:

  • The Bulldogs’ average margin of victory in their last five games has been 5.4, down from 8.3 for the season.
  • During their last five games, the Golden Flashes have scored an average of 85.8 points per game (4.5 above their season average) and allowed an average of 65.0 points per game (0.4 below their season average).