Wyoming Cowboys vs. Air Force Falcons Free Prediction 02/06/19

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The Air Force Falcons (9-13, 4-6 MWC) welcome the Wyoming Cowboys (5-16, 1-7 MWC) to Clune Arena. The Cowboys can end a seven-game road losing streak. Action starts at 9 p.m. ET on Wednesday, February 6, 2019.

Wyoming Cowboys at Air Force Falcons Betting Odds

Both teams fell in their last outing. The Falcons were blown out by the Colorado State Rams, 85-53, while the Cowboys fell to the Fresno State Bulldogs, 75-62.

Wyoming did a terrific job of making free throws (12-15; 80.0 percent) while Air Force had a free throw rate of 0.265 (above their season average of 0.197). A.J. Walker had a good outing for Air Force, recording 14 points. Meanwhile, Wyoming was lifted by Justin James, who had 21 points, 12 rebounds and six assists.

The Cowboys won the lone game between these two teams last season, 66-54. Wyoming’s free throw rate was their biggest strength over Air Force. The Cowboys had a rate of 0.189, while the Falcons posted a mark of 0.051. This is the first time these teams will battle this year.

It could be a tough game for Wyoming on the offensive glass. The Cowboys rank 349th in offensive rebounding percentage (17.7 percent), while Air Force ranks 59th in defensive rebounding percentage (74.7 percent).

Wyoming at Air Force Pick

Pick: SU Winner – Wyoming, ATS Winner – Wyoming, O/U – Under

Betting Notes:

  • Air Force ranks 79th in rebounds allowed per game (33.4) while Wyoming ranks 236th (37.8).
  • The Cowboys rank 141st in steals per game (6.0) while the Falcons rank 192nd in steals allowed per game (7.7).
  • Air Force ranks 178th in three pointers attempted per game (21.6) while Wyoming ranks 190th in three pointers allowed per game (23.8).
  • The Falcons rank 149th in assists per game (13.3) while the Cowboys rank 253rd (9.6).
  • Air Force ranks 38th in blocks allowed per game (2.6) while Wyoming ranks 91st (3.2).

Bettings Trends:

  • During their last five games, the Falcons have scored an average of 60.6 points per game (6.2 below their season average) and allowed an average of 69.8 points per game (1.2 below their season average).
  • The Cowboys’ average margin of defeat in their last five games has been 14.2, up from 9.6 for the season.