The sixth-ranked Dayton Flyers (20-2, 9-0 A10) welcome the Saint Louis Billikens (17-6, 6-4 A10) to University of Dayton Arena. The Flyers will attempt to continue their 11-game winning streak. The game can be seen on CBS Sports Network at 2 p.m. ET on Saturday, February 8, 2020.
Saint Louis Billikens vs. Dayton Flyers ATS Odds
In their last matchup, the Flyers defeated the Fordham Rams, 70-56, while the Billikens lost to the Duquesne Dukes, 82-68.
Dayton dominated every facet of the contest. They had a great free throw rate of 0.294 (above their season average of 0.221) and an offensive rebounding percentage of 29.0 (above their season average of 27.9). Fordham recorded marks of 0.038 and 13.3, respectively, for those same stats. Saint Louis, meanwhile, had a better turnover percentage (15.0 vs. 18.3). Trey Landers had a solid performance for Dayton, putting up 18 points and eight rebounds. Meanwhile, Hasahn French played a key role for Saint Louis with 12 points and 12 rebounds.
In their first matchup this season, Obi Toppin led the Flyers to a 78-76 victory. He registered a double-double with 20 points and 10 rebounds. The Flyers’ 14.6 turnover percentage was their largest advantage over the Billikens, who had a mark of 18.2.
The offensive glass could be a huge edge for Saint Louis in this battle. The Billikens rank 25th in offensive rebounding percentage (34.7 percent), while Dayton ranks 129th in defensive rebounding percentage (73.2 percent).
Saint Louis vs. Dayton ATS Pick
College Basketball Pick: SU Winner – Dayton, ATS Winner – Saint Louis, O/U – Over
Betting Notes:
- Dayton ranks 108th in three pointers attempted per game (23.2) while Saint Louis ranks 281st (17.2).
- The Billikens rank 47th in steals per game (7.9) while the Flyers rank 128th (6.4).
- Dayton ranks 78th in blocks per game (3.7) while Saint Louis ranks 116th in blocks allowed per game (3.5).
- The Billikens rank 17th in rebounds per game (40.3) while the Flyers rank 178th (35.1).
- Dayton ranks second in assists per game (18.8) while Saint Louis ranks 88th (14.0).
Bettings Trends:
- The Billikens have been outscored by an average of 0.8 points in their last five games. For the season, Saint Louis has defeated opponents by an average of 5.3 points.
- During their last five games, the Flyers have scored an average of 78.8 points per game (3.3 below their season average) and allowed an average of 68.0 points per game (2.4 above their season average).
