Ohio Bobcats vs. Western Michigan Broncos Betting Prediction 01/04/20

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The Ohio Bobcats (8-5) will be at University Arena in Read Fieldhouse to square off against the Western Michigan Broncos (7-6) in a MAC matchup. The game gets underway at 4 p.m. ET on Saturday, January 4, 2020.

Ohio Bobcats vs. Western Michigan Broncos Betting Odds

Both teams were beaten in their last outing. The Broncos lost big to the 14th-ranked Michigan State Spartans, 95-62, while the Bobcats were beaten by the Campbell Fighting Camels, 63-55.

Ohio had a much better offensive rebounding percentage (30.8 vs. 25.0) while Western Michigan had a better effective field goal percentage (0.476 vs. 0.569). Western Michigan was led by B. Artis White, who put up 12 points and six assists. Jason Preston, meanwhile fueled Ohio with 19 points and six rebounds.

The Bobcats won the only contest between these two teams last season, 81-76. Ohio’s free throw rate was their biggest strength over Western Michigan. The Bobcats had a rate of 0.273, while the Broncos posted a mark of 0.217. This will be the first matchup of the year between these two teams.

The aggressive Western Michigan offense could be getting to the foul line a lot in this meeting. The Broncos currently rank 19th in the nation with a free throw attempt (FTA) rate of 0.290, while Ohio ranks 267th in FTA rate allowed (0.248).

Ohio Bobcats at Western Michigan Broncos ATS Pick

College Basketball Pick: SU Winner – Western Michigan, ATS Winner – Western Michigan, O/U – Over

Betting Notes:

  • Ohio ranks 47th in rebounds allowed per game (32.3) while Western Michigan ranks 224th (38.4).
  • The Bobcats rank ninth in blocks allowed per game (2.1) while the Broncos rank 64th (3.0).
  • Western Michigan ranks 35th in steals allowed per game (5.5) while Ohio ranks 73rd (6.1).
  • The Bobcats rank 37th in assists per game (15.8) while the Broncos rank 187th (11.6).
  • Ohio ranks 89th in three pointers attempted per game (24.2) while Western Michigan ranks 151st in three pointers allowed per game (22.4).

Bettings Trends:

  • The Bobcats’ average margin of victory in their last five games has been 9.2, up from 5.1 for the season.
  • During their last five games, the Broncos have scored an average of 66.6 points per game (5.9 below their season average) and allowed an average of 70.0 points per game (3.0 below their season average).