Montana State Bobcats at Montana Grizzlies Free Prediction 02/01/20

Posts AdminArticles, Basketball, College Basketball

A seven-game home winning streak is on the line for the Montana Grizzlies (11-10, 7-3 BigSky) when they take on the Montana State Bobcats (11-9, 5-4 BigSky) at Dahlberg Arena. The game is scheduled to start at 9 p.m. ET on Saturday, February 1, 2020.

Montana State Bobcats at Montana Grizzlies ATS Odds

In their last outing, the Grizzlies lost to the Portland State Vikings, 88-81, while the Bobcats were victorious over the Idaho State Bengals, 75-64.

Montana State played a perfect game. They had a great free throw rate of 0.316 (above their season average of 0.254) and a turnover percentage of 15.2 (better than their season average of 18.6). Idaho State was 0.228 and 18.8, respectively, for those same stats. Montana, on the other hand, had an effective field goal percentage of 0.614 (above their season average of 0.495). Kendal Manuel played a key role for Montana with 19 points and six rebounds. Montana State, meanwhile, was lifted by Devin Kirby, who recorded 14 points and 10 rebounds.

The Grizzlies dominated this series last year, winning both games. In the most recent matchup, Montana won 89-83. The Grizzlies’ offensive rebounding percentage was their biggest strength over the Bobcats. Montana had a rate of 39.3, while Montana State posted a mark of 32.0. This is the first time these teams will clash this year.

Second-chance points could be few and far between for Montana in this matchup. The Grizzlies currently rank 334th in offensive rebounding percentage (21.9 percent), while Montana State ranks 46th in defensive rebounding percentage (75.7 percent).

Montana State Bobcats vs. Montana Grizzlies Odds Pick

Basketball Pick: SU Winner – Montana State, ATS Winner – Montana State, O/U – Under

Betting Notes:

  • Montana ranks 17th in three pointers allowed per game (17.2) while Montana State ranks 200th (23.6).
  • The Grizzlies rank 76th in blocks per game (3.8) while the Bobcats rank 99th in blocks allowed per game (3.3).
  • The Bobcats rank 163rd in rebounds per game (35.3) while the Grizzlies rank 256th (32.1).
  • Montana ranks 206th in assists per game (12.0) while Montana State ranks 234th (11.2).

Bettings Trends:

  • The Bobcats’ average margin of victory in their last five games has been 0.2, down from 1.6 for the season.
  • During their last five games, the Grizzlies have scored an average of 79.0 points per game (9.7 above their season average) and allowed an average of 76.4 points per game (6.5 above their season average).