Stetson Hatters vs. Kennesaw State Owls Betting Prediction 01/04/20

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The Kennesaw State Owls (1-13, 0-1 Asun) and the Stetson Hatters (6-10, 0-1 Asun) square off at KSU Convocation Center. The Owls look to snap their five-game losing streak. Action starts at 4:30 p.m. ET on Saturday, January 4, 2020.

Stetson Hatters vs. Kennesaw State Owls Betting Odds

Both teams lost in their last outing. The Owls were blown out by the North Florida Ospreys, 76-57, while the Hatters lost a close one to the Lipscomb Bisons, 66-63.

Stetson had a much better offensive rebounding percentage (36.7 vs. 25.0) while Kennesaw State did a terrific job of making free throws (11-15; 73.3 percent). Kennesaw State was lifted by Bryson Lockley, who put up 23 points and 11 rebounds. Rob Perry played well for Stetson, putting up 13 points, five rebounds and five assists.

This was a highly competitive series last year. Each won one of the two games played against each other last season. The Owls won the most recent game 83-82. Kennesaw State’s free throw rate was their largest advantage over Stetson. The Owls had a rate of 0.250, while the Hatters posted a mark of 0.101. This will be the first contest of the year between these two teams.

Stetson appears to have an edge on the offensive glass in this showdown. The Hatters rank 78th in offensive rebounding percentage (32.5 percent), while Kennesaw State ranks 180th in defensive rebounding percentage (72.1 percent).

Stetson Hatters at Kennesaw State Owls Odds Pick

Pick: SU Winner – Kennesaw State, ATS Winner – Kennesaw State, O/U – Over

Betting Notes:

  • Kennesaw State ranks 186th in three pointers allowed per game (23.6) while Stetson ranks 253rd (28.5).
  • The Hatters average 36.1 rebounds per game, which ranks 141st in the nation. The Owls rank 163rd in rebounds allowed per game (36.0).
  • The Hatters rank 204th in assists per game (11.0) while the Owls rank 234th (8.5).
  • Stetson averages 6.6 steals per game, which ranks 116th in the country. Kennesaw State ranks 138th in steals allowed per game (7.3).

Bettings Trends:

  • The Hatters’ average margin of defeat in their last five games has been 3.6, up from 3.4 for the season.
  • During their last five games, the Owls have scored an average of 52.0 points per game (0.7 below their season average) and allowed an average of 81.8 points per game (9.6 above their season average).