The undefeated 21st-ranked Xavier Musketeers (3-0) try to stay unbeaten when they meet the Missouri State Bears (2-1) at Cintas Center. Action starts at 7 p.m. ET on Friday, November 15, 2019.
Missouri State Bears at Xavier Musketeers Betting Odds
Both teams were victorious in their last game. The Musketeers beat the Missouri Tigers 63-58, while the Bears had no trouble getting past the Cleveland State Vikings 73-53.
Missouri State dominated every facet of the game. They had an extraordinary free throw rate of 0.528 and an offensive rebounding percentage of 43.2. Cleveland State had marks of 0.228 and 29.8, respectively, for those same stats. Xavier, meanwhile, dominated nearly every stat category in their game. They had an absurd free throw rate of 0.328 and a turnover percentage of 18.0. Missouri put up marks of 0.200 and 23.1, respectively, for those same stats. Xavier was lifted by Jason Carter, who had 12 points and 11 rebounds. Keandre Cook played a pivotal role for Missouri State with 19 points and nine rebounds.
Half-court execution will be at a premium when a pair of the nation’s slowest-paced teams square off. Xavier ranks 259th in possessions per game (67.8) and Missouri State is 327th (65.7) since last season.
Missouri State Bears vs. Xavier Musketeers Odds Pick
Prediction: SU Winner – Xavier, ATS Winner – Xavier, O/U – Over
Betting Notes (2018-Present):
- Missouri State ranks 20th in three pointers allowed per game (19.0) while Xavier ranks 271st (24.8).
- The Bears average 7.0 steals per game, which ranks 81st in the nation. The Musketeers rank 209th in steals allowed per game (6.8).
- Missouri State ranks 84th in blocks per game (3.9) while Xavier ranks 101st in blocks allowed per game (3.1).
- The Musketeers rank 78th in assists per game (14.5) while the Bears rank 293rd (10.9).
- Xavier ranks 91st in rebounds per game (37.1) while Missouri State ranks 301st (31.9).
