The New Mexico State Aggies (24-4, 12-1 WAC) and the UMKC Kangaroos (10-18, 5-8 WAC) go head-to-head at Swinney Recreation Center. The Aggies will attempt to lengthen their 13-game winning streak. The game gets underway at 7 p.m. ET on Thursday, February 28, 2019.
New Mexico State Aggies vs. UMKC Kangaroos ATS Odds
In their last contest, the Kangaroos lost to the Utah Valley Wolverines, 79-67, while the Aggies defeated the UT Rio Grande Valley Vaqueros, 88-79.
The Aggies, who came into the game averaging an offensive rebounding percentage of 37.0, had an absurd mark of 45.5 and had an effective field goal percentage of 0.585 (above their season average of 0.522). UMKC, meanwhile, had a much better turnover percentage (12.3 vs. 18.3). Xavier Bishop put together a good performance for UMKC with 19 points and six assists. Meanwhile, Ivan Aurrecoechea played well for New Mexico State, contributing 20 points and seven rebounds.
In their first matchup this season, Terrell Brown led the Aggies to a 70-54 win. He put up 15 points. New Mexico State had a much better offensive rebounding percentage (57.1 vs. 15.6). UMKC, on the other hand, had a much better turnover percentage (9.7 vs. 20.1).
Second-chance points might be rare for UMKC in this showdown. The Kangaroos rank 310th in offensive rebounding percentage (24.1 percent), while New Mexico State ranks fourth in defensive rebounding percentage (77.8 percent). Additionally, the Aggies rank 31st in offensive efficiency (113.4), while the Kangaroos rank 273rd in defensive efficiency (106.8).
New Mexico State Aggies at UMKC Kangaroos Betting Pick
College Basketball Prediction: SU Winner – New Mexico State, ATS Winner – New Mexico State, O/U – Over
Betting Notes:
- New Mexico State ranks 53rd in rebounds per game (37.9) while UMKC ranks 290th (30.6).
- The Aggies rank second in blocks allowed per game (1.9) while the Kangaroos rank 112th (3.4).
- New Mexico State ranks fifth in steals allowed per game (4.5) while UMKC ranks 32nd (5.3).
- The Aggies rank second in assists allowed per game (8.9) while the Kangaroos rank 161st (13.5).
- New Mexico State ranks 22nd in three pointers attempted per game (27.4) while UMKC ranks 151st (22.5).
Bettings Trends:
- During their last five games, the Kangaroos have scored an average of 70.6 points per game (0.8 above their season average) and allowed an average of 72.0 points per game (1.5 below their season average).
- The Aggies’ average margin of victory in their last five games has been 12.6, up from 11.9 for the season.
