The Arkansas Razorbacks (0-1) open their home schedule at Bud Walton Arena against the UC Davis Aggies (0-2). Action gets underway at 8 p.m. ET on Monday, November 12, 2018.
UC Davis Aggies vs. Arkansas Razorbacks Betting Odds
Both teams lost in their last outing. The Razorbacks lost a winnable game to the Texas Longhorns, 73-71, while the Aggies were blown out by the San Diego Toreros, 76-57.
UC Davis did a fantastic job of converting from the free throw line (14-17; 82.4 percent) while Arkansas had a better effective field goal percentage (0.475 vs. 0.388). Daniel Gafford had a good game for Arkansas, putting up 20 points and 12 rebounds. TJ Shorts II played a pivotal role for UC Davis with 17 points.
Based on historical performance heading into this one, ball security could play an integral role in this battle. Dating back to the 2017-18 season, Arkansas has committed the 22nd-fewest miscues in the nation (turnover percentage of 15.5 percent), while the gambling defense of UC Davis has forced the 27th-most (opponents’ turnover percentage of 21.9 percent). Additionally, the Aggies, who rank 41st in free throw attempt (FTA) rate (0.280), will square off against the Razorbacks, who rank 331st in opponents’ FTA rate (0.297).
UC Davis vs. Arkansas ATS Pick
Prediction: SU Winner – Arkansas, ATS Winner – Arkansas, O/U – Under
Betting Notes (2017-Present):
- Arkansas ranks 34th in blocks per game (4.7) while UC Davis ranks 245th (2.3).
- The Razorbacks rank 124th in assists per game (14.1) while the Aggies rank 260th (12.1).
- Arkansas ranks 195th in rebounds per game (34.8) while UC Davis ranks 303rd (32.1).
- The Razorbacks rank 16th in steals allowed per game (4.9) while the Aggies rank 173rd (6.4).
- UC Davis ranks 116th in three pointers allowed per game (20.9) while Arkansas ranks 270th (24.3).
