The North Dakota State Bison (9-11, 3-3 Summit) and the South Dakota State Jackrabbits (15-6, 5-1 Summit) battle at Frost Arena. The Bison can snap a six-game road losing streak. The game gets underway at 8 p.m. ET on Thursday, January 24, 2019.
North Dakota State Bison vs. South Dakota State Jackrabbits Betting Odds
Both teams were triumphant in their last game. The Jackrabbits beat the North Dakota Fighting Hawks 78-74, while the Bison edged the North Dakota Fighting Hawks 67-65.
The Bison made 14 of their 19 free throws (73.7 percent) and held the Fighting Hawks to an effective field goal percentage of 0.433 (below their season average of 0.543). The Jackrabbits, meanwhile, had a much better free throw rate (0.217 vs. 0.000) and held the Fighting Hawks to an offensive rebounding percentage of 13.9 (below their season average of 24.3). Mike Daum had a solid game for South Dakota State with 34 points and 21 rebounds. North Dakota State received a boost from Deng Geu, who contributed 15 points and eight rebounds.
The Jackrabbits dominated this series last year, taking all three contests. In the most recent contest, South Dakota State won 78-57. The Jackrabbits’ offensive rebounding percentage was their largest strength over the Bison. South Dakota State had a rate of 14.3, while North Dakota State posted a mark of 8.1. This is the first time these teams will clash this year.
South Dakota State could have their way on the offensive side of the ball as their high-powered offense squares off against one of the NCAA’s worst defenses. The Jackrabbits currently rank 11th in offensive efficiency, while North Dakota State ranks 303rd in defensive efficiency. Additionally, the Bison rank 41st in turnover percentage (16.6 percent), while the Jackrabbits rank 324th in opponents’ turnover percentage (16.1 percent).
North Dakota State Bison at South Dakota State Jackrabbits Free Pick
Basketball Tip: SU Winner – South Dakota State, ATS Winner – North Dakota State, O/U – Under
Betting Notes:
- North Dakota State ranks 60th in three pointers attempted per game (25.5) while South Dakota State ranks 274th in three pointers allowed per game (30.8).
- The Bison rank 45th in blocks allowed per game (2.8) while the Jackrabbits rank 74th (3.1).
- North Dakota State ranks 46th in steals allowed per game (5.5) while South Dakota State ranks 68th (5.8).
- The Jackrabbits rank 44th in rebounds per game (39.0) while the Bison rank 246th (32.2).
- South Dakota State ranks 86th in assists per game (14.5) while North Dakota State ranks 127th in assists allowed per game (13.1).
Bettings Trends:
- The Jackrabbits’ average margin of victory in their last five games has been 7.4, down from 12.9 for the season.
- During their last five games, the Bison have scored an average of 75.8 points per game (6.0 above their season average) and allowed an average of 71.4 points per game (1.8 above their season average).
