The Northern Colorado Bears (3-1) will travel to Magness Arena to meet the Denver Pioneers (2-4). The game starts at 9 p.m. ET on Wednesday, November 28, 2018.
Northern Colorado Bears vs. Denver Pioneers Betting Odds
Both teams lost in their last contest. The Pioneers lost a close one to the Fairfield Stags, 86-85, while the Bears lost big to the Texas Tech Red Raiders, 93-62.
Northern Colorado had a much better free throw rate (0.364 vs. 0.148) while Denver did an excellent job of getting to and converting from the charity stripe (26-31; 83.9 percent). Ade Murkey had a good game for Denver, putting up 13 points and eight rebounds. Meanwhile, Jordan Davis played a pivotal role for Northern Colorado with 26 points and five assists.
The Bears won the lone game between these two teams last season, 83-63. The Bears’ 12.6 turnover percentage was their largest advantage over the Pioneers, who had a mark of 22.3.
The offense of Denver will battle against the elite defense of Northern Colorado. Dating back to last season, the Pioneers rank 207th in offensive efficiency, while the Bears are 64th in defensive efficiency. The Bears should have the advantage on that side of the ball. Furthermore, the Bears rank 60th in turnover percentage (17.0 percent), while the Pioneers rank 323rd in opponents’ turnover percentage (16.2 percent).
Northern Colorado vs. Denver Pick
Basketball Prediction: SU Winner – Denver, ATS Winner – Northern Colorado, O/U – Over
Betting Notes (2017-Present):
- Northern Colorado ranks first in three pointers allowed per game (15.0) while Denver ranks 302nd (25.0).
- The Bears rank 122nd in blocks per game (3.6) while the Pioneers rank 227th (2.6).
- Northern Colorado ranks 261st in steals per game (5.2) while Denver ranks 296th (4.3).
- The Pioneers rank 115th in assists per game (14.4) while the Bears rank 263rd (12.2).
- Denver ranks 17th in rebounds allowed per game (31.2) while Northern Colorado ranks 154th (34.8).
