The Northern Kentucky Norse (5-2) and their sensational offense visit Arkansas to take on the Razorbacks (6-0) and their exceptional defense. The game is scheduled to start at 5 p.m. ET on Saturday, November 30, 2019.
Northern Kentucky Norse vs. Arkansas Razorbacks Betting Odds
Both teams were triumphant in their last game. The Razorbacks won a close one over the Georgia Tech Yellow Jackets 62-61, while the Norse easily got past the Midway Eagles 86-56.
Northern Kentucky dominated every stat category in the game. They had a free throw rate of 0.230 (above their season average of 0.190) and an offensive rebounding percentage of 30.3 (above their season average of 30.1). For those same stats, Midway was 0.069 and 17.5, respectively. Meanwhile, Arkansas’ 17.9 turnover percentage was their biggest strength over Georgia Tech, who had a mark of 26.8. The Razorbacks’ mark was worse than their season average of 15.3, while the Yellow Jackets’ was above their season average of 19.5. Arkansas’ Mason Jones had a good game, finishing with 24 points and six rebounds. Meanwhile, Karl Harris played a pivotal role for Northern Kentucky with 21 points and 10 rebounds.
Arkansas might struggle to find the bottom of the net as they square off against one of the country’s best defenses. Dating back to last season, Northern Kentucky ranks 62nd in defensive efficiency while the Razorbacks rank 183rd in offensive efficiency.
Northern Kentucky at Arkansas Free Pick
Prediction: SU Winner – Arkansas, ATS Winner – Northern Kentucky, O/U – Over
Betting Notes (2018-Present):
- Northern Kentucky averages 37.5 rebounds per game, which ranks 73rd in the country. Arkansas ranks 291st in rebounds allowed per game (37.9).
- The Razorbacks average 8.7 steals per game, which ranks 17th in the NCAA. The Norse rank 131st in steals allowed per game (6.1).
- Northern Kentucky ranks ninth in assists per game (16.8) while Arkansas ranks 109th in assists allowed per game (12.3).
- The Razorbacks rank 10th in blocks per game (5.1) while the Norse rank 169th in blocks allowed per game (3.4).
- Northern Kentucky averages 25.1 three pointers per game, which ranks 60th in the nation. Arkansas ranks 182nd in three pointers allowed per game (22.6).
