The Murray State Racers (22-4, 13-2 OVC) welcome the Southeast Missouri State Redhawks (9-19, 4-11 OVC) to CFSB Center. The Racers will attempt to prolong their six-game winning streak. Action starts at 8 p.m. ET on Saturday, February 23, 2019.
Southeast Missouri State Redhawks at Murray State Racers ATS Odds
In their last matchup, the Racers were victorious over the UT Martin Skyhawks, 85-75, while the Redhawks were beaten by the Austin Peay Governors, 83-70.
Murray State played a nearly flawless game. They had a fantastic free throw rate of 0.339 (above their season average of 0.246) and a turnover percentage of 6.6 (better than their season average of 15.2). UT Martin recorded marks of 0.190 and 11.5, respectively, for those same stats. Southeast Missouri State, on the other hand, had an effective field goal percentage of 0.592 (above their season average of 0.507). Murray State’s Darnell Cowart had a solid performance, contributing 22 points and 13 rebounds. Meanwhile, Southeast Missouri State was led by Nygal Russell, who contributed 11 points.
In their first matchup this year, Ja Morant led the Racers to an 85-67 victory. He notched a double-double with 17 points and 14 assists. Murray State’s rebounding was their biggest advantage. The Racers had more offensive rebounds (14 vs. seven), defensive rebounds (27 vs. 18) and total rebounds (41 vs. 25).
Murray State could have their way on the offensive side of the ball as their prolific offense faces off against one of the worst defenses in the nation. The Racers rank fifth in offensive efficiency, while Southeast Missouri State ranks 268th in defensive efficiency.
Southeast Missouri State at Murray State ATS Pick
Pick: SU Winner – Murray State, ATS Winner – Murray State, O/U – Over
Betting Notes:
- Murray State averages 17.9 assists per game, which ranks sixth in the NCAA. Southeast Missouri State ranks 203rd in assists allowed per game (14.4).
- The Racers rank 26th in blocks per game (4.7) while the Redhawks rank 181st (2.5).
- Murray State ranks 24th in steals per game (8.0) while Southeast Missouri State ranks 137th (6.1).
- The Racers rank 69th in three pointers allowed per game (20.5) while the Redhawks rank 243rd (24.9).
- Murray State ranks 72nd in rebounds per game (37.4) while Southeast Missouri State ranks 230th in rebounds allowed per game (36.6).
Bettings Trends:
- During their last five games, the Redhawks have scored an average of 73.0 points per game (1.8 above their season average) and allowed an average of 78.0 points per game (2.4 above their season average).
- The Racers’ average margin of victory in their last five games has been 17.2, up from 15.4 for the season.
