The Tennessee Tech Golden Eagles (5-19, 2-9 OVC) will be at the Show Me Center to take on the Southeast Missouri State Redhawks (5-19, 1-10 OVC) in an OVC matchup. The game is scheduled to start at 5 p.m. ET on Saturday, February 8, 2020.
Tennessee Tech Golden Eagles at Southeast Missouri State Redhawks ATS Odds
In their last outing, the Redhawks beat the Jacksonville State Gamecocks, 76-72, while the Golden Eagles fell to the UT Martin Skyhawks, 74-62.
The Redhawks had a better free throw rate (0.196 vs. 0.132) and had an effective field goal percentage of 0.647 (above their season average of 0.465). Tennessee Tech, meanwhile, forced UT Martin into a turnover percentage of 19.7 (above their season average of 15.6). Southeast Missouri State rallied around Alex Caldwell, who finished with 17 points, eight assists and five rebounds. Meanwhile, Jr. Clay played a key role for Tennessee Tech with 17 points and six assists.
The Redhawks won the only contest between these two teams last year, 71-66. The Redhawks’ offensive rebounding percentage was their biggest advantage over the Golden Eagles. Southeast Missouri State had a rate of 30.6, while Tennessee Tech posted a mark of 24.2. This is the first time these teams will clash this year.
Tennessee Tech Golden Eagles vs. Southeast Missouri State Redhawks Betting Pick
Free Basketball Tip: SU Winner – Southeast Missouri State, ATS Winner – Southeast Missouri State, O/U – Over
Betting Notes:
- Tennessee Tech ranks 63rd in three pointers attempted per game (24.7) while Southeast Missouri State ranks 259th (18.3).
- The Golden Eagles rank 173rd in rebounds per game (35.2) while the Redhawks rank 251st (33.0).
- Tennessee Tech averages 3.3 blocks per game, which is ranked 108th in the country. Southeast Missouri State ranks 119th in blocks allowed per game (3.5).
- The Golden Eagles rank 102nd in assists per game (13.7) while the Redhawks rank 249th (10.6).
- Southeast Missouri State ranks 45th in steals allowed per game (5.5) while Tennessee Tech ranks 185th (7.5).
Bettings Trends:
- During their last five games, the Golden Eagles have scored an average of 71.6 points per game (6.6 above their season average) and allowed an average of 75.4 points per game (1.6 above their season average).
- The Redhawks’ average margin of defeat in their last five games has been 9.2, down from 9.6 for the season.
