Mississippi Valley State Delta Devils vs. UAPB Golden Lions Free Prediction 01/05/19

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The Mississippi Valley State Delta Devils (2-12) head to H.O. Clemmons Arena to go head-to-head against the UAPB Golden Lions (3-10). The Delta Devils will try to snap their five-game losing streak. Action begins at 8:30 p.m. ET on Saturday, January 5, 2019.

Mississippi Valley State Delta Devils vs. UAPB Golden Lions Betting Odds

Both teams fell in their last matchup. The Golden Lions fell to the San Diego State Aztecs, 76-60, while the Delta Devils were blown out by the Nebraska Cornhuskers, 106-37.

Mississippi Valley State had a better offensive rebounding percentage (29.3 vs. 38.9) while UAPB had a better offensive rebounding percentage (28.6 vs. 27.0). Martaveous McKnight fueled UAPB with 29 points and eight rebounds. Meanwhile, Mississippi Valley State received a boost from Dante Scott, who contributed 10 points and 10 rebounds.

The Golden Lions dominated this series last year, winning all three games. In the last contest, UAPB won 77-73. UAPB had a much better turnover percentage (14.2 vs. 28.2). Mississippi Valley State, meanwhile, had a much better offensive rebounding percentage (50.0 vs. 10.3). This will be the first matchup of the year between these two teams.

McKnight has been playing at a high level as of late for UAPB, averaging 0 points over the last five games.

Mississippi Valley State Delta Devils at UAPB Golden Lions Pick

Free Pick: SU Winner – UAPB, O/U – Under

Betting Notes:

  • UAPB ranks 63rd in three pointers allowed per game (20.5) while Mississippi Valley State ranks 235th (26.7).
  • The Golden Lions rank 172nd in rebounds allowed per game (36.5) while the Delta Devils rank 251st (40.8).
  • UAPB ranks 223rd in assists allowed per game (16.5) while Mississippi Valley State ranks 239th (19.6).

Bettings Trends:

  • The Golden Lions’ average margin of defeat in their last five games has been 19.0, up from 13.6 for the season.
  • During their last five games, the Delta Devils have scored an average of 54.0 points per game (9.2 below their season average) and allowed an average of 90.0 points per game (5.7 above their season average).