The UIC Flames (1-2) will travel to Carver Arena to go head-to-head with the Bradley Braves (1-1). Action begins at 8 p.m. ET on Saturday, November 16, 2019.
UIC Flames at Bradley Braves ATS Odds
In their last contest, the Braves had no trouble getting past the IUPUI Jaguars, 90-56, while the Flames got blown out by the Ball State Cardinals, 67-48.
Bradley dominated every facet of the contest. They had a phenomenally low turnover percentage of 8.4 and an offensive rebounding percentage of 39.5. IUPUI was 19.6 and 18.4, respectively, for those same stats. UIC, on the other hand, did a terrific job of converting from the free throw line (10-14; 71.4 percent). Bradley’s Elijah Childs had a solid performance, putting up 22 points and 15 rebounds. Meanwhile, UIC rallied around Deon Ejim, who had 12 points and seven rebounds.
The Flames won the lone game between these two teams last year, 71-70. UIC’s effective field goal percentage was its largest strength over Bradley. The Flames had a rate of 0.548 while the Braves posted a mark of 0.491.
The offense of UIC will face off against the elite defense of Bradley. Since the 2018-19 season, the Flames rank 236th in offensive efficiency, while the Braves are 87th in defensive efficiency. The Braves should have the edge on that side of the ball.
UIC vs. Bradley Pick
Basketball Pick: SU Winner – Bradley, ATS Winner – Bradley, O/U – Over
Betting Notes (2018-Present):
- UIC ranks 37th in three pointers attempted per game (26.4) while Bradley ranks 287th (18.9).
- The Braves rank 33rd in blocks allowed per game (2.6) while the Flames rank 129th (3.3).
- UIC ranks 142nd in steals per game (6.3) while Bradley ranks 236th (5.3).
- The Braves rank 81st in rebounds allowed per game (33.3) while the Flames rank 262nd (37.3).
- UIC ranks 67th in assists per game (14.7) while Bradley ranks 231st (12.4).
