The Murray State Racers (16-5, 9-0 OVC) and the SIUE Cougars (5-17, 2-7 OVC) go head-to-head at CFSB Center. The Racers look to extend their 10-game winning streak. Action begins at 8 p.m. ET on Saturday, February 1, 2020.
SIUE Cougars vs. Murray State Racers ATS Odds
In their last matchup, the Racers won a close one over the Eastern Illinois Panthers, 73-70, while the Cougars lost big to the Austin Peay Governors, 82-58.
The Racers made 18 of their 23 free throws (78.3 percent) and held the Panthers to an effective field goal percentage of 0.423 (below their season average of 0.517). SIUE, on the other hand, held Austin Peay to an offensive rebounding percentage of 22.6 (below their season average of 33.9). Murray State’s Tevin Brown had a good game, contributing 24 points. SIUE, meanwhile, was lifted by Cam Williams, who contributed 14 points.
The Racers dominated this series last year, emerging victorious in both contests. In the most recent game, Murray State won 86-55. The Racers’ turnover percentage was their largest advantage over the Cougars. Murray State had a rate of 12.8, while SIUE posted a mark of 23.3. This is the first time these teams will meet this year.
The high-powered offense of Murray State will go head-to-head against the bottom-tier defense of SIUE. The Racers rank 22nd in offensive efficiency, while the Cougars are 314th in defensive efficiency. The Racers should have the advantage on that end of the court. Also, the Cougars, who rank 282nd in offensive rebounding percentage (25.0 percent), will clash against the Racers, who rank 18th in defensive rebounding percentage (77.1 percent).
SIUE vs. Murray State Odds Pick
Pick: SU Winner – Murray State, ATS Winner – Murray State, O/U – Under
Betting Notes:
- Murray State averages 15.2 assists per game, which ranks 40th in the NCAA. SIUE ranks 240th in assists allowed per game (15.8).
- The Racers rank 248th in three pointers attempted per game (18.2) while the Cougars rank 260th (17.7).
- The Racers rank 72nd in rebounds per game (38.0) while the Cougars rank 253rd (32.4).
- SIUE ranks 45th in blocks allowed per game (2.7) while Murray State ranks 142nd (3.8).
Bettings Trends:
- The Racers’ average margin of victory in their last five games has been 10.4, down from 12.5 for the season.
- During their last five games, the Cougars have scored an average of 68.6 points per game (1.4 above their season average) and allowed an average of 72.4 points per game (1.4 below their season average).
