The Western Michigan Broncos (3-0) try to remain undefeated when they go head-to-head with the Ole Miss Rebels (2-0) at The Pavilion at Ole Miss. The game begins at 7 p.m. ET on Friday, November 15, 2019.
Western Michigan Broncos vs. Ole Miss Rebels ATS Odds
Both teams beat their last opponent. The Rebels defeated the Norfolk State Spartans 68-55, while the Broncos beat the Mississippi Valley State Delta Devils 91-81.
Western Michigan played a nearly perfect game. They had a free throw rate of 0.474 and an offensive rebounding percentage of 31.3. Mississippi Valley State had marks of 0.254 and 26.5, respectively, for those same stats. Meanwhile, Ole Miss’ 0.559 effective field goal percentage was their biggest advantage over Norfolk State, who had a mark of 0.375. KJ Buffen had a good game for Ole Miss, finishing with 23 points and nine rebounds. Western Michigan, meanwhile, was led by Brandon Johnson, who contributed 20 points and nine rebounds.
The Rebels won the sole game between these two teams last year, 90-64. The Rebels’ turnover percentage was their largest strength over the Broncos. Ole Miss had a rate of 14.8, while Western Michigan posted a mark of 29.2.
Ole Miss appears to have the edge on the offensive side of the ball. The Rebels rank 74th in offensive efficiency, while the Broncos rank 302nd in defensive efficiency dating back to last season. It could also be a mistake-prone game for the offense of the Broncos, which ranks 312th in ball protection (turnover percentage of 21.1 percent). They’ll be going up against the stingy defense of the Rebels, which has forced the 59th-most turnovers in the country (21.1 percent).
Western Michigan vs. Ole Miss ATS Pick
Basketball Pick: SU Winner – Ole Miss, ATS Winner – Western Michigan, O/U – Over
Betting Notes (2018-Present):
- Ole Miss ranks 56th in steals per game (7.5) while Western Michigan ranks 273rd (4.7).
- The Rebels rank 115th in blocks per game (3.5) while the Broncos rank 132nd in blocks allowed per game (3.3).
- The Rebels rank 33rd in three pointers allowed per game (19.5) while the Broncos rank 226th (23.6).
- Ole Miss ranks 83rd in assists per game (14.4) while Western Michigan ranks 257th (11.7).
