Weber State Wildcats vs. Montana Grizzlies Betting Prediction 03/15/19

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The Weber State Wildcats (18-14, 12-9 BigSky) go head-to-head against the Montana Grizzlies (24-8, 17-4 BigSky) in the Big Sky Conference Tourney at CenturyLink Arena. Action starts at 7:30 p.m. ET on Friday, March 15, 2019.

Weber State Wildcats vs. Montana Grizzlies ATS Odds

Both teams were victorious over their last opponent. The Grizzlies defeated the Sacramento State Hornets 79-73, while the Wildcats beat the Portland State Vikings 81-71.

Weber State dominated nearly every facet of the game. They had a fantastic free throw rate of 0.411 (above their season average of 0.271) and an effective field goal percentage of 0.518 (below their season average of 0.546). For those same stats, Portland State was 0.271 and 0.371, respectively. The Grizzlies, meanwhile, forced 15 turnovers and had an effective field goal percentage of 0.593 (above their season average of 0.569). Montana was led by Ahmaad Rorie, who put up 17 points and five rebounds. Michal Kozak, meanwhile led the way for Weber State, recording 10 points and 10 rebounds.

From an effective field goal percentage perspective, this will be a matchup of two heavyweights. The sharp-shooting Montana offense ranks eighth in the country in that metric at 0.569, while the top-notch Weber State defense is ranked 53rd in effective field goal percentage allowed (0.477). Moreover, the Wildcats, who rank 42nd in free throw attempt (FTA) rate (0.276), will go head-to-head against the Grizzlies, who rank 312th in opponents’ FTA rate (0.274).

Weber State Wildcats vs. Montana Grizzlies Free Pick

Prediction: SU Winner – Montana, ATS Winner – Montana, O/U – Over

Betting Notes:

  • Montana ranks 14th in rebounds allowed per game (31.0) while Weber State ranks 234th (37.0).
  • The Grizzlies rank 48th in steals allowed per game (5.5) while the Wildcats rank 72nd (5.8).
  • The Wildcats rank 50th in blocks per game (4.2) while the Grizzlies rank 138th (2.9).
  • Montana ranks 24th in assists allowed per game (10.6) while Weber State ranks 88th (12.2).

Bettings Trends:

  • The Grizzlies’ average margin of victory in their last five games has been 6.0, down from 7.9 for the season.
  • During their last five games, the Wildcats have scored an average of 77.2 points per game (3.0 below their season average) and allowed an average of 74.6 points per game (0.3 above their season average).