Sacramento State Hornets at Idaho State Bengals ATS Prediction 02/08/20

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The Idaho State Bengals (6-15, 3-9 BigSky) welcome the Sacramento State Hornets (11-10, 4-8 BigSky) to Holt Arena. The Bengals will attempt to snap their seven-game losing streak. The game gets underway at 9 p.m. ET on Saturday, February 8, 2020.

Sacramento State Hornets vs. Idaho State Bengals ATS Odds

Both teams fell in their last game. The Bengals lost a tough one against the Northern Arizona Lumberjacks, 88-87, while the Hornets lost to the Weber State Wildcats, 70-66.

Sacramento State had an offensive rebounding percentage of 40.6 (above their season average of 32.9) while Idaho State did a terrific job of getting to and converting from the free throw line (21-27; 77.8 percent). Malik Porter put together a solid performance for Idaho State with 21 points and five rebounds. Meanwhile, Sacramento State was lifted by Joshua Patton, who had 16 points and nine rebounds.

In their first matchup this season, Brandon Davis led the Hornets to a 68-49 victory. He recorded 16 points, seven rebounds and six assists. The Hornets’ offensive rebounding percentage was their largest strength over the Bengals. Sacramento State had a rate of 36.7, while Idaho State posted a mark of 21.9.

Half-court execution will be at a premium when two of the nation’s slowest-paced teams clash. Idaho State currently ranks 263rd in possessions per game (67.7) and Sacramento State is 347th (63.5).

Sacramento State Hornets at Idaho State Bengals Betting Pick

Prediction: SU Winner – Idaho State, ATS Winner – Idaho State, O/U – Over

Betting Notes:

  • Sacramento State ranks 103rd in steals per game (6.8) while Idaho State ranks 230th (4.7).
  • The Hornets rank 11th in assists allowed per game (9.8) while the Bengals rank 63rd (11.3).
  • Sacramento State averages 4.0 blocks per game, which ranks 60th in the nation. Idaho State ranks 85th in blocks allowed per game (3.1).
  • The Bengals rank 227th in three pointers attempted per game (19.4) while the Hornets rank 298th (15.2).
  • Sacramento State ranks 154th in rebounds per game (35.7) while Idaho State ranks 225th (33.8).

Bettings Trends:

  • During their last five games, the Bengals have scored an average of 73.4 points per game (3.9 above their season average) and allowed an average of 80.6 points per game (9.3 above their season average).
  • The Hornets have been outscored by an average of 5.4 points in their last five games. On the season, Sacramento State has defeated opponents by an average of 2.5 points.