The Kent State Golden Flashes (19-8, 8-6 MAC) welcome the Ohio Bobcats (12-14, 4-10 MAC) to Memorial A & C Center. The Bobcats can put an end to a five-game road losing streak. The game gets underway at 7 p.m. ET on Tuesday, February 26, 2019.
Ohio Bobcats vs. Kent State Golden Flashes Betting Odds
In their last matchup, the Golden Flashes were blown out by the 25th-ranked Buffalo Bulls, 80-57, while the Bobcats beat the Bowling Green Falcons, 92-87.
The Bobcats, who came into the game averaging an effective field goal percentage of 0.480, had a ridiculous mark of 0.640 and had a free throw rate of 0.333 (above their season average of 0.193). Kent State, on the other hand, had an offensive rebounding percentage of 40.5 (above their season average of 32.2). Kent State rallied around Antonio Williams, who had 17 points and five rebounds. Meanwhile, Jason Carter fueled Ohio with 23 points and eight rebounds.
In their first matchup this year, Philip Whittington led the Golden Flashes to a 66-52 win. He registered a double-double with 10 points and 10 rebounds. Kent State’s free throw rate was their largest strength over Ohio. The Golden Flashes had a rate of 0.226, while the Bobcats posted a mark of 0.127.
There’s a decent chance that Ohio struggles to create turnovers. Kent State ranks 62nd in the NCAA at avoiding errors (turnover percentage of 16.9 percent), while Ohio forces the 183rd-most turnovers (19.0 percent).
Ohio Bobcats vs. Kent State Golden Flashes Odds Pick
Free College Basketball Pick: SU Winner – Kent State, ATS Winner – Kent State, O/U – Under
Betting Notes:
- Kent State averages 6.9 steals per game, which ranks 82nd in the NCAA. Ohio ranks 212th in steals allowed per game (8.2).
- The Golden Flashes rank 135th in three pointers attempted per game (22.8) while the Bobcats rank 186th in three pointers allowed per game (23.2).
- Ohio averages 14.2 assists per game, which ranks 100th in the nation. Kent State ranks 151st in assists allowed per game (13.4).
- The Bobcats rank 67th in rebounds per game (37.4) while the Golden Flashes rank 149th in rebounds allowed per game (34.8).
- Ohio ranks 36th in blocks allowed per game (2.6) while Kent State ranks 115th (3.4).
Bettings Trends:
- During their last five games, the Bobcats have scored an average of 71.0 points per game (0.9 above their season average) and allowed an average of 86.6 points per game (11.9 above their season average).
- The Golden Flashes have been outscored by an average of 4.0 points in their last five games. On the season, Kent State has defeated opponents by an average of 2.4 points.
