The Tennessee Tech Golden Eagles (5-18, 2-8 OVC) will be at Skyhawk Arena to go head-to-head against the UT Martin Skyhawks (6-15, 2-8 OVC) in an OVC matchup. Action gets underway at 8:30 p.m. ET on Thursday, February 6, 2020.
Tennessee Tech Golden Eagles vs. UT Martin Skyhawks Betting Odds
Both teams were beaten in their last outing. The Skyhawks fell to the Morehead State Eagles, 85-77, while the Golden Eagles were defeated by the Tennessee State Tigers, 72-67.
Tennessee Tech forced Tennessee State into a turnover percentage of 23.4 (above their season average of 20.2) while UT Martin had a better turnover percentage (12.5 vs. 13.6). UT Martin was lifted by Parker Stewart, who recorded 33 points and eight rebounds. Jr. Clay, meanwhile played a key role for Tennessee Tech with 21 points, five rebounds and five assists.
The Skyhawks won the sole contest between these two teams last season, 77-58. One of UT Martin’s largest strengths was their ability to convert at the free throw line. They were 17-21 (81.0 percent), while the Golden Eagles were just 6-13 (46.2 percent). This will be the first matchup of the year between these two teams.
UT Martin could dominate on the offensive side of the ball as their high-powered offense squares off against one of the worst defenses in the country. The Skyhawks rank 44th in offensive efficiency, while Tennessee Tech ranks 304th in defensive efficiency.
Tennessee Tech Golden Eagles vs. UT Martin Skyhawks Betting Pick
Free Pick: SU Winner – UT Martin, ATS Winner – UT Martin, O/U – Over
Betting Notes:
- Tennessee Tech ranks 76th in three pointers attempted per game (24.2) while UT Martin ranks 257th in three pointers allowed per game (25.0).
- The Golden Eagles average 6.4 steals per game, which ranks 126th in the nation. The Skyhawks rank 138th in steals allowed per game (6.7).
- The Golden Eagles average 13.6 assists per game, which ranks 115th in the nation. The Skyhawks rank 263rd in assists allowed per game (18.2).
- Tennessee Tech ranks 165th in rebounds per game (35.3) while UT Martin ranks 231st (33.2).
Bettings Trends:
- The Golden Eagles’ average margin of defeat in their last five games has been 6.4, down from 8.7 for the season.
- During their last five games, the Skyhawks have scored an average of 81.2 points per game (4.0 above their season average) and allowed an average of 89.4 points per game (4.9 above their season average).
