The Vanderbilt Commodores (7-2) and their sensational offense travel to Kansas State to take on the Wildcats (8-2) and their stifling defense. Action begins at 7 p.m. ET on Saturday, December 22, 2018, and can be seen on ESPN2.
Vanderbilt Commodores vs. Kansas State Wildcats ATS Odds
Both teams were victorious over their last opponent. The Wildcats defeated the Kennesaw State Owls 56-41, while the Commodores beat the Winthrop Eagles 92-79.
The Commodores had a much better effective field goal percentage (0.619 vs. 0.463) and had a better turnover percentage (13.3 vs. 14.2). The Wildcats, meanwhile, had a much better offensive rebounding percentage (41.2 vs. 24.3) and had a better free throw rate (0.083 vs. 0.058). Kansas State’s Barry Brown Jr. had a solid performance, finishing with 15 points and six rebounds. Simi Shittu played a pivotal role for Vanderbilt with 18 points and 10 rebounds.
The Wildcats won the lone game between these two teams last year, 84-79. The Wildcats’ 10.4 turnover percentage was their largest strength over the Commodores, who had a rate of 17.8.
Dean Wade has been playing at a high level as of late for Kansas State, averaging 0 points over the last five games.
Kansas State may have difficulty getting to the charity stripe in this battle. Since last season, the Wildcats rank 262nd in the country with a free throw attempt (FTA) rate of 0.239, while Vanderbilt ranks 37th in FTA rate allowed (0.242). Furthermore, the Commodores rank 52nd in offensive efficiency (110.1), while the Wildcats rank third in defensive efficiency (97.6).
Vanderbilt at Kansas State ATS Pick
Pick: SU Winner – Kansas State, ATS Winner – Kansas State, O/U – Under
Betting Notes (2017-Present):
- Vanderbilt ranks 19th in blocks per game (3.8) while Kansas State ranks 160th (2.8).
- The Commodores average 25.3 three pointers per game, which ranks 88th in the nation. The Wildcats rank 154th in three pointers allowed per game (21.8).
- Kansas State ranks 34th in assists allowed per game (12.0) while Vanderbilt ranks 42nd (12.0).
- The Wildcats rank 28th in rebounds allowed per game (33.5) while the Commodores rank 165th (34.0).
- Kansas State ranks 35th in steals per game (8.0) while Vanderbilt ranks 161st (4.9).
