Youngstown State Penguins vs. Akron Zips ATS Prediction 11/21/19

Posts AdminArticles, Basketball, College Basketball

The Akron Zips (3-1) will be at home in James A. Rhodes Arena when they meet the Youngstown State Penguins (2-2). Action starts at 7 p.m. ET on Thursday, November 21, 2019.

Youngstown State Penguins vs. Akron Zips Betting Odds

Both teams were victorious in their last game. The Zips won big over the USC Upstate Spartans 76-45, while the Penguins defeated the North Carolina Central Eagles 66-60.

The Penguins had a phenomenal offensive rebounding percentage of 47.4 (above their season average of 36.7) and had a better turnover percentage (13.8 vs. 17.4). Akron, on the other hand, played a nearly perfect game. They had a ridiculous free throw rate of 0.444 (above their season average of 0.332) and an effective field goal percentage of 0.481 (above their season average of 0.438). USC Upstate recorded marks of 0.060 and 0.306, respectively, for those same stats. Akron was led by Loren Cristian Jackson, who had 18 points and five rebounds. Meanwhile, Naz Bohannon played well for Youngstown State, finishing with 19 points and 11 rebounds.

The Zips won the sole contest between these two teams last year, 98-69. Getting to the charity stripe was one of Akron’s biggest advantages. They made 26 trips to the line, while Youngstown State went just 10 times.

Looking at effective field goal percentage, Akron should have a substantial advantage. Dating back to last season, the Zips defense ranks 10th in effective field goal percentage allowed (0.445), while the Youngstown State offense ranks 251st in effective field goal percentage (0.494).

Youngstown State Penguins vs. Akron Zips Betting Pick

College Basketball Pick: SU Winner – Youngstown State, ATS Winner – Youngstown State, O/U – Over

Betting Notes (2018-Present):

  • Youngstown State ranks 46th in rebounds per game (38.3) while Akron ranks 297th in rebounds allowed per game (39.1).
  • The Penguins rank 122nd in steals per game (6.7) while the Zips rank 235th (5.5).
  • Akron ranks 50th in blocks allowed per game (2.8) while Youngstown State ranks 158th (3.4).
  • The Zips rank 10th in assists allowed per game (10.1) while the Penguins rank 219th (13.9).
  • Akron ranks 14th in three pointers attempted per game (28.1) while Youngstown State ranks 143rd in three pointers allowed per game (21.9).