The Missouri State Bears (3-3) go head-to-head with the Buffalo Bulls (3-2) in the Charleston Classic at TD Arena. The game can be seen on ESPNU at 3:30 p.m. ET on Sunday, November 24, 2019.
Missouri State Bears vs. Buffalo Bulls ATS Odds
Both teams edged out their last opponent. The Bulls defeated the Towson Tigers 76-73, while the Bears beat the Saint Joseph’s Hawks 71-69.
Missouri State played a nearly flawless game. They had a great free throw rate of 0.317 (above their season average of 0.250) and an offensive rebounding percentage of 39.5 (above their season average of 38.5). Saint Joseph’s had marks of 0.155 and 20.6, respectively, for those same stats. The Bulls, meanwhile, forced 22 turnovers and had an offensive rebounding percentage of 44.0 (above their season average of 35.4). Buffalo was led by Jayvon Graves, who contributed 25 points and eight rebounds. Keandre Cook played a key role for Missouri State with 18 points, eight rebounds and five steals.
This game should be a battle of opposite tempos. Buffalo ranks 24th in possessions per game (73.8) while Missouri State is 327th (65.8) dating back to last season.
Missouri State Bears vs. Buffalo Bulls Free Pick
Prediction: SU Winner – Buffalo, ATS Winner – Buffalo, O/U – Under
Betting Notes (2018-Present):
- Buffalo ranks fifth in rebounds per game (41.0) while Missouri State ranks 299th (32.3).
- The Bulls rank 44th in steals per game (7.6) while the Bears rank 115th in steals allowed per game (6.0).
- Missouri State ranks 102nd in blocks per game (3.8) while Buffalo ranks 164th in blocks allowed per game (3.4).
- The Bulls rank 14th in assists per game (16.6) while the Bears rank 282nd (10.9).
- Buffalo ranks ninth in three pointers attempted per game (28.5) while Missouri State ranks 253rd (20.0).
