The UC Irvine Anteaters (8-2) welcome the Montana Grizzlies (5-2) to Bren Events Center. The Anteaters will try to lengthen their six-game winning streak. Action begins at 10 p.m. ET on Saturday, December 8, 2018.
Montana Grizzlies vs. UC Irvine Anteaters Betting Odds
Both teams were victorious in their last game. The Anteaters won big over the Idaho Vandals 86-68, while the Grizzlies were victorious over the Georgia State Panthers 81-74.
The Grizzlies had a much better free throw rate (0.509 vs. 0.167) and had a better effective field goal percentage (0.482 vs. 0.431). The Anteaters, on the other hand, had a much better offensive rebounding percentage (48.4 vs. 18.2) and had a better effective field goal percentage (0.603 vs. 0.545). UC Irvine was led by Eyassu Worku, who recorded 18 points and six assists. Meanwhile, Michael Oguine played a pivotal role for Montana with 15 points and 10 rebounds.
The Grizzlies won the sole contest between these two teams last year, 86-68. The Grizzlies’ 13.3 turnover percentage was their biggest advantage over the Anteaters, who had a rate of 19.8.
From an effective field goal percentage perspective, Montana figures to have a substantial edge. Dating back to last season, the Grizzlies defense ranks 100th in effective field goal percentage allowed (0.488), while the UC Irvine offense ranks 253rd in effective field goal percentage (0.491).
Montana Grizzlies at UC Irvine Anteaters Betting Pick
Pick: SU Winner – UC Irvine, ATS Winner – Montana, O/U – Over
Betting Notes (2017-Present):
- UC Irvine ranks 19th in rebounds per game (40.9) while Montana ranks 157th (36.0).
- The Grizzlies rank 31st in steals per game (7.7) while the Anteaters rank 112th (5.4).
- Montana ranks 185th in assists per game (13.0) while UC Irvine ranks 245th (12.2).
- The Grizzlies rank 14th in three pointers allowed per game (17.7) while the Anteaters rank 141st (20.4).
- UC Irvine ranks 45th in blocks allowed per game (2.7) while Montana ranks 151st (3.4).
