Little Rock Trojans at Arkansas State Red Wolves Free Prediction 02/23/19

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The Little Rock Trojans (10-16, 5-8 SBC) will be at the Convocation Center to meet the Arkansas State Red Wolves (11-15, 5-8 SBC) in a SBC matchup. The game is scheduled to start at 5 p.m. ET on Saturday, February 23, 2019.

Little Rock Trojans at Arkansas State Red Wolves Betting Odds

In their last game, the Red Wolves defeated the UT Arlington Mavericks, 83-79, while the Trojans lost to the Texas State Bobcats, 67-60.

The Red Wolves, who came into the game averaging an effective field goal percentage of 0.478, had an outstanding mark of 0.625 and had a free throw rate of 0.346 (above their season average of 0.281). Little Rock, meanwhile, had a better free throw rate (0.229 vs. 0.208). Marquis Eaton had a solid outing for Arkansas State with 26 points. Meanwhile, Little Rock rallied around Rayjon Tucker, who recorded 20 points and six rebounds.

In their first matchup this year, Ty Cockfield II led the Red Wolves to an 84-83 victory. He was the game’s leading scorer with 28 points. One of Arkansas State’s largest advantages was getting to the free throw line. They made 26 trips to the line, while Little Rock went 15 times.

The aggressive Arkansas State offense might be getting to the foul line a lot in this showdown. The Red Wolves rank 31st in the NCAA with a free throw attempt (FTA) rate of 0.283, while Little Rock ranks 288th in FTA rate allowed (0.264).

Little Rock Trojans at Arkansas State Red Wolves Odds Pick

Basketball Pick: SU Winner – Arkansas State, ATS Winner – Arkansas State, O/U – Under

Betting Notes:

  • Little Rock ranks 80th in assists per game (14.6) while Arkansas State ranks 232nd (11.5).
  • The Red Wolves rank 39th in blocks per game (4.4) while the Trojans rank 145th (2.9).
  • Little Rock ranks 36th in steals allowed per game (5.3) while Arkansas State ranks 117th (6.3).
  • The Red Wolves rank 47th in rebounds per game (38.2) while the Trojans rank 191st (34.7).
  • Arkansas State ranks 128th in three pointers allowed per game (21.8) while Little Rock ranks 251st (25.5).

Bettings Trends:

  • The Red Wolves’ average margin of defeat in their last five games has been 3.6, up from 3.3 for the season.
  • During their last five games, the Trojans have scored an average of 71.2 points per game (4.4 below their season average) and allowed an average of 68.2 points per game (7.2 below their season average).