The 20th-ranked Iowa Hawkeyes (5-0) welcome the Pittsburgh Panthers (6-0) to Carver-Hawkeye Arena, where only one team will remain undefeated. Action begins at 9 p.m. ET on Tuesday, November 27, 2018, and can be seen on ESPNU.
Pittsburgh Panthers vs. Iowa Hawkeyes Betting Odds
Both teams were triumphant in their last game. The Hawkeyes won big over the Alabama State Hornets 105-78, while the Panthers edged the Saint Louis Billikens 75-73.
Pittsburgh dominated nearly every facet of the game. They had an absurd free throw rate of 0.418 (above their season average of 0.352) and a turnover percentage of 11.4 (better than their season average of 15.0). For those same stats, Saint Louis recorded marks of 0.147 and 13.8, respectively. Meanwhile, Iowa played a nearly flawless game. They had a free throw rate of 0.393 (matching their season average) and a turnover percentage of 9.8 (better than their season average of 19.0). For those same stats, Alabama State had marks of 0.027 and 19.9, respectively. Luka Garza was a key piece for Iowa with 22 points. Meanwhile, Xavier Johnson led the way for Pittsburgh, contributing 20 points.
Iowa could dominate on the offensive side of the ball as their prolific offense goes up against one of the worst defenses in the country. Dating back to the 2017-18 season, the Hawkeyes rank 34th in offensive efficiency, while Pittsburgh ranks 277th in defensive efficiency.
Pittsburgh Panthers at Iowa Hawkeyes Pick
College Basketball Prediction: SU Winner – Iowa, ATS Winner – Iowa, O/U – Under
Betting Notes (2017-Present):
- Iowa ranks fourth in assists per game (17.9) while Pittsburgh ranks 260th in assists allowed per game (14.7).
- The Panthers average 23.7 three pointers per game, which ranks 99th in the nation. The Hawkeyes rank 231st in three pointers allowed per game (23.2).
- Pittsburgh ranks 202nd in steals allowed per game (6.6) while Iowa ranks 260th (7.2).
- The Hawkeyes rank 50th in rebounds per game (38.2) while the Panthers rank 297th (32.6).
- Iowa ranks 59th in blocks allowed per game (2.8) while Pittsburgh ranks 253rd (4.3).
