The Louisiana-Monroe Warhawks (2-1) will travel to the Jack Breslin Student Events Center to square off against the 11th-ranked Michigan State Spartans (1-1). Action starts at 7 p.m. ET on Wednesday, November 14, 2018.
Louisiana-Monroe Warhawks at Michigan State Spartans Betting Odds
In their last matchup, the Spartans won big over the FGCU Eagles, 106-82, while the Warhawks were beaten by the Texas Longhorns, 65-55.
Michigan State dominated nearly every facet of the contest. They had a phenomenal offensive rebounding percentage of 52.6 and an effective field goal percentage of 0.584. For those same stats, FGCU recorded marks of 19.4 and 0.516, respectively. Louisiana-Monroe, on the other hand, had a better free throw rate (0.123 vs. 0.113). Nick Ward had a good outing for Michigan State with 25 points and 10 rebounds. Michael Ertel led the way for Louisiana-Monroe, finishing with 16 points.
Michigan State appears to have the advantage on the offensive side of the ball. The Spartans rank seventh in offensive efficiency, while the Warhawks rank 112th in defensive efficiency dating back to last season.
Louisiana-Monroe Warhawks at Michigan State Spartans Pick
College Basketball Prediction: SU Winner – Michigan State, ATS Winner – Michigan State, O/U – Under
Betting Notes (2017-Present):
- Michigan State ranks first in blocks per game (7.1) while Louisiana-Monroe ranks 272nd (1.7).
- The Warhawks rank 130th in steals per game (6.4) while the Spartans rank 287th (4.3).
- Michigan State ranks 143rd in three pointers allowed per game (21.4) while Louisiana-Monroe ranks 254th (23.9).
- The Spartans rank seventh in rebounds per game (41.3) while the Warhawks rank 238th (34.0).
- Michigan State ranks second in assists per game (19.5) while Louisiana-Monroe ranks 222nd in assists allowed per game (14.3).
