The 22nd-ranked Penn State Nittany Lions (17-5, 7-4 Big 10) and the Minnesota Golden Gophers (12-10, 6-6 Big 10) clash at Bryce Jordan Center. The Nittany Lions will try to extend their five-game winning streak. The game begins at 4 p.m. ET on Saturday, February 8, 2020.
Minnesota Golden Gophers vs. Penn State Nittany Lions ATS Odds
Both teams were triumphant in their last game. The Nittany Lions were victorious over the 16th-ranked Michigan State Spartans 75-70, while the Golden Gophers dismantled the Wisconsin Badgers 70-52.
Minnesota dominated nearly every facet of the game. They had a free throw rate of 0.180 (matching their season average) and an effective field goal percentage of 0.484 (below their season average of 0.486). For those same stats, Wisconsin put up marks of 0.104 and 0.336, respectively. The Nittany Lions, on the other hand, forced 15 turnovers and held the Spartans to an offensive rebounding percentage of 23.3 (below their season average of 34.1). Penn State received a boost from Lamar Stevens, who put up 24 points and seven rebounds. Daniel Oturu played well for Minnesota, contributing 17 points and 14 rebounds.
In their first matchup this season, Oturu led the Golden Gophers to a 75-69 victory. He notched a double-double with 26 points and 14 rebounds. One of Minnesota’s largest advantages was getting to the charity stripe. They made 29 trips to the line, while Penn State went 20 times.
Penn State should be expected to protect the ball well in this contest. Penn State ranks 34th in the nation at avoiding errors (turnover percentage of 16.6 percent), while Minnesota forces the 36th-fewest turnovers (17.0 percent).
Minnesota Golden Gophers at Penn State Nittany Lions Pick
Basketball Tip: SU Winner – Penn State, ATS Winner – Penn State, O/U – Under
Betting Notes:
- Minnesota averages 39.1 rebounds per game, which ranks 39th in the nation. Penn State ranks 247th in rebounds allowed per game (37.9).
- The Nittany Lions rank 63rd in assists per game (14.5) while the Golden Gophers rank 128th in assists allowed per game (12.5).
- Minnesota ranks 34th in three pointers allowed per game (18.5) while Penn State ranks 89th (20.7).
- The Nittany Lions rank 22nd in steals per game (8.5) while the Golden Gophers rank 212th (5.1).
- Penn State averages 5.4 blocks per game, which ranks 12th in the NCAA. Minnesota ranks 104th in blocks allowed per game (3.4).
Bettings Trends:
- During their last five games, the Golden Gophers have scored an average of 58.2 points per game (12.0 below their season average) and allowed an average of 60.8 points per game (4.7 below their season average).
- The Nittany Lions’ average margin of victory in their last five games has been 11.0, up from 10.0 for the season.
