Southeast Missouri State Redhawks at Eastern Kentucky Colonels Betting Prediction 02/01/20

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The Southeast Missouri State Redhawks (4-18, 0-9 OVC) and the Eastern Kentucky Colonels (10-12, 7-2 OVC) go head-to-head at McBrayer Arena. The Redhawks will attempt to put an end to their nine-game losing streak. The game starts at 4 p.m. ET on Saturday, February 1, 2020.

Southeast Missouri State Redhawks vs. Eastern Kentucky Colonels Betting Odds

In their last matchup, the Colonels were victorious over the UT Martin Skyhawks, 99-86, while the Redhawks fell to the Morehead State Eagles, 90-74.

The Colonels forced 21 turnovers and had an effective field goal percentage of 0.588 (above their season average of 0.470). Southeast Missouri State, on the other hand, did an excellent job of converting from the charity stripe (15-19; 78.9 percent). Eastern Kentucky rallied around Tre King, who put up 22 points, five rebounds and five steals. Alex Caldwell, meanwhile had a solid performance for Southeast Missouri State, putting up 29 points and five rebounds.

The Colonels won the lone game between these two teams last year, 85-83. The Colonels’ 22.6 offensive rebounding percentage was their biggest advantage over the Redhawks, who had a mark of 12.1. This is the first time these teams will battle this year.

Contrasting paces will be on display in this contest. Eastern Kentucky prefers to play fast (eighth in possessions per game), while Southeast Missouri State is more half-court-oriented (238th in possessions per game).

Southeast Missouri State Redhawks at Eastern Kentucky Colonels ATS Pick

Free Basketball Pick: SU Winner – Eastern Kentucky, ATS Winner – Eastern Kentucky, O/U – Under

Betting Notes:

  • Eastern Kentucky ranks 32nd in three pointers attempted per game (26.5) while Southeast Missouri State ranks 246th (18.3).
  • The Redhawks rank 201st in rebounds allowed per game (36.5) while the Colonels rank 282nd (40.7).
  • The Colonels rank 11th in steals per game (9.5) while the Redhawks rank 190th (5.5).
  • Eastern Kentucky ranks 164th in assists per game (12.7) while Southeast Missouri State ranks 258th (10.2).

Bettings Trends:

  • During their last five games, the Redhawks have scored an average of 69.6 points per game (4.0 above their season average) and allowed an average of 83.0 points per game (7.3 above their season average).
  • The Colonels’ average margin of defeat in their last five games has been 0.8, down from 1.6 for the season.