The UNI Panthers (11-15, 6-7 MVC) and the Evansville Aces (10-16, 4-9 MVC) go head-to-head at Ford Center. The Panthers can end a five-game road losing streak. The game is scheduled to start at 4 p.m. ET on Sunday, February 17, 2019.
UNI Panthers vs. Evansville Aces ATS Odds
In their last matchup, the Aces lost to the Missouri State Bears, 68-56, while the Panthers beat the Illinois State Redbirds, 77-64.
UNI played a nearly perfect game. They had a solid free throw rate of 0.306 (above their season average of 0.219) and an effective field goal percentage of 0.633 (above their season average of 0.491). Illinois State had marks of 0.214 and 0.464, respectively, for those same stats. Evansville, on the other hand, had an offensive rebounding percentage of 31.0 (above their season average of 18.7). Marty Hill played a key role for Evansville with 15 points. Meanwhile, Trae Berhow had a good game for UNI, recording 20 points and six rebounds.
In their first matchup this season, Berhow led the Panthers to an 81-74 victory. He notched a double-double with 19 points and 10 rebounds. One of UNI’s largest strengths was getting to the free throw line. They made 28 trips to the line, while Evansville went 16 times.
It might be a tough matchup for Evansville on the offensive glass. The Aces are among the country’s elite on the offensive glass, ranking 349th in offensive rebounding percentage at 19.1 percent. Meanwhile, UNI ranks 24th in the country at corralling defensive rebounds with a defensive rebounding percentage of 75.8 percent.
UNI Panthers at Evansville Aces Pick
College Basketball Prediction: SU Winner – UNI, ATS Winner – UNI, O/U – Over
Betting Notes:
- UNI ranks 84th in rebounds allowed per game (33.3) while Evansville ranks 264th (38.6).
- The Aces average 24.1 three pointers per game, which ranks 96th in the NCAA. The Panthers rank 97th in three pointers allowed per game (21.2).
- The Aces rank 181st in assists per game (12.5) while the Panthers rank 228th (11.4).
- UNI ranks 30th in blocks allowed per game (2.5) while Evansville ranks 63rd (2.8).
Bettings Trends:
- During their last five games, the Aces have scored an average of 65.6 points per game (5.2 below their season average) and allowed an average of 73.0 points per game (0.5 above their season average).
- The Panthers have outscored opponents by an average of 0.6 points in their last five games. For the season, UNI has been defeated by an average of 1.7 points.
