Expect a fast-paced game when the Little Rock Trojans (3-1) travel to 16th-ranked Memphis to play the Tigers (3-1). The game begins at 8 p.m. ET on Wednesday, November 20, 2019.
Little Rock Trojans at Memphis Tigers ATS Odds
Both teams blew out their last opponent. The Tigers defeated the Alcorn State Braves 102-56, while the Trojans beat the Central Arkansas Bears 76-56.
Little Rock dominated nearly every stat category in the game. They had an effective field goal percentage of 0.475 (below their season average of 0.533) and an offensive rebounding percentage of 42.1 (above their season average of 38.5). For those same stats, Central Arkansas was 0.333 and 31.0, respectively. The Tigers, on the other hand, had a fantastic free throw rate of 0.375 (above their season average of 0.270) and held the Braves to an effective field goal percentage of 0.341 (below their season average of 0.474). Lester Quinones was a key piece for Memphis with 21 points and 10 rebounds. Markquis Nowell, meanwhile had a good outing for Little Rock, putting up 25 points, eight rebounds and seven assists.
The Tigers won the sole contest between these two teams last year, 99-89. Memphis’ rebounding was their biggest strength. The Tigers had more offensive rebounds (18 vs. five), defensive rebounds (31 vs. 18) and total rebounds (49 vs. 23).
There could be plenty of transition action in this meeting that showcases two of the NCAA’s more up-and-down teams. Memphis ranks 10th in possessions per game (75.3) and Little Rock is 58th (72.0) dating back to last season. Furthermore, the Trojans rank 334th in turnover percentage (22.3 percent), while the Tigers rank 36th in opponents’ turnover percentage (22.0 percent).
Little Rock Trojans vs. Memphis Tigers Free Pick
Basketball Tip: SU Winner – Memphis, ATS Winner – Little Rock, O/U – Over
Betting Notes (2018-Present):
- Little Rock ranks 68th in steals allowed per game (5.6) while Memphis ranks 264th (7.7).
- The Tigers rank 45th in rebounds per game (38.4) while the Trojans rank 208th (34.6).
- Memphis ranks 167th in three pointers attempted per game (22.3) while Little Rock ranks 297th (18.5).
- The Trojans rank 57th in blocks allowed per game (2.8) while the Tigers rank 239th (4.3).
- Memphis averages 15.8 assists per game, which ranks 26th in the NCAA. Little Rock ranks 203rd in assists allowed per game (13.7).
