It will be a battle between CUSA opponents when the UTEP Miners (7-14, 2-8 CUSA) welcome the Florida Atlantic Owls (13-10, 4-6 CUSA) to the Don Haskins Center. The game is scheduled to begin at 9 p.m. ET on Thursday, February 7, 2019.
Florida Atlantic Owls vs. UTEP Miners Free Prediction
The last time the Owls played, they were topped by the Southern Miss Golden Eagles, 74-72. Southern Miss’ free throw rate was their biggest strength over Florida Atlantic. The Golden Eagles had a rate of 0.135 (below their season average of 0.153), while the Owls posted a mark of 0.068 (below their season average of 0.210). Anthony Adger led Florida Atlantic in scoring with 19 points on 6-for-14 shooting.
The Miners lost to the Western Kentucky Hilltoppers in their last contest, 76-59. Getting to the free throw line was one of Western Kentucky’s biggest strengths. They made 29 trips to the line, while UTEP went just 11 times. With 17 points on 5-for-13 shooting, Nigel Hawkins was UTEP’s leading scorer.
After the Owls won the lone game against the Miners last season, 73-66, these teams will clash for the first time this year. The Owls had a much better offensive rebounding percentage (33.3 vs. 8.1) and had a better free throw rate (0.258 vs. 0.196).
UTEP might struggle to put up points as they go head-to-head against one of the nation’s best defenses. Florida Atlantic ranks 96th in defensive efficiency, while the Miners rank 334th in offensive efficiency.
Florida Atlantic Owls at UTEP Miners ATS Pick
Prediction: SU Winner – UTEP, ATS Winner – UTEP, O/U – Under
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Notes
Betting Notes:
Florida Atlantic ranks 24th in three pointers attempted per game (27.8) while UTEP ranks 222nd (20.2).
The Owls rank 16th in rebounds per game (40.3) while the Miners rank 167th in rebounds allowed per game (35.5).
Florida Atlantic ranks 33rd in blocks allowed per game (2.6) while UTEP ranks 105th (3.4).
The Miners rank 33rd in assists allowed per game (11.1) while the Owls rank 103rd (12.6).
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The Owls’ average margin of victory in their last five games has been 2.6, down from 2.9 for the season.
During their last five games, the Miners have scored an average of 64.4 points per game (1.5 below their season average) and allowed an average of 69.0 points per game (0.1 above their season average).
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