Northern Illinois Huskies vs. Toledo Rockets Free Prediction 02/23/19

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The Northern Illinois Huskies (12-14, 5-8 MAC) head to Savage Arena to go head-to-head with the Toledo Rockets (20-6, 8-5 MAC). The Huskies will attempt to snap their five-game losing streak. Action gets underway at 6 p.m. ET on Saturday, February 23, 2019, and can be seen on CBS Sports Network.

Northern Illinois Huskies vs. Toledo Rockets Betting Odds

Both teams were beaten in their last game. The Rockets lost to the Eastern Michigan Eagles, 76-69, while the Huskies lost big to the Bowling Green Falcons, 87-67.

Northern Illinois forced Bowling Green into a turnover percentage of 18.9 (above their season average of 14.3) while Toledo had an offensive rebounding percentage of 34.4 (above their season average of 29.2). Toledo was led by Nate Navigato, who put up 13 points. Levi Bradley played well for Northern Illinois, recording 18 points and six rebounds.

In their first matchup this year, Marreon Jackson led the Rockets to a 69-55 victory. He put up 16 points. Toledo’s free throw rate was their largest strength over Northern Illinois. The Rockets had a rate of 0.175, while the Huskies posted a mark of 0.113.

Toledo appears to have the advantage on the offensive side of the ball. The Rockets rank 57th in offensive efficiency, while Northern Illinois ranks 241st in defensive efficiency. Furthermore, the Huskies rank 268th in free throw attempt (FTA) rate (0.207), while the Rockets rank 19th in opponents’ FTA rate (0.174).

Northern Illinois Huskies at Toledo Rockets ATS Pick

Pick: SU Winner – Toledo, ATS Winner – Toledo, O/U – Under

Betting Notes:

  • Toledo ranks 40th in three pointers attempted per game (26.2) while Northern Illinois ranks 266th in three pointers allowed per game (26.0).
  • The Rockets rank 13th in rebounds per game (40.6) while the Huskies rank 180th (35.0).
  • Northern Illinois ranks 33rd in steals allowed per game (5.3) while Toledo ranks 106th (6.2).
  • The Rockets rank 16th in assists per game (16.8) while the Huskies rank 229th (11.6).
  • Toledo ranks 42nd in blocks per game (4.3) while Northern Illinois ranks 215th (1.8).

Bettings Trends:

  • During their last five games, the Huskies have scored an average of 63.2 points per game (11.1 below their season average) and allowed an average of 72.2 points per game (0.5 above their season average).
  • The Rockets’ average margin of victory in their last five games has been 3.8, down from 9.7 for the season.