The No. 2 Kansas Jayhawks (3-0) square off against the Marquette Golden Eagles (3-1) in the Preseason NIT at Barclays Center. The game starts at 7 p.m. ET on Wednesday, November 21, 2018, and will air on ESPN2.
Marquette Golden Eagles vs. Kansas Jayhawks ATS Prediction
The Golden Eagles will be hoping for a similar outcome after blowing out the Presbyterian Blue Hose in their last matchup, 74-55. The Golden Eagles knocked down 15 of their 18 free throws (83.3 percent) and had an offensive rebounding percentage of 40.7 (above their season average of 29.0). With 19 points on 7-for-13 shooting, Sam Hauser led Marquette in scoring.
The last time the Jayhawks took the court, they beat the Louisiana Ragin’ Cajuns, 89-76. The Jayhawks had a much better offensive rebounding percentage (40.0 vs. 21.6) and had a much better free throw rate (0.262 vs. 0.159). Lagerald Vick was the game’s top scorer with 33 points on 11-for-18 shooting from the field.
The productive offense of Kansas will face off against the porous defense of Marquette. Dating back to last season, the Jayhawks rank 14th in offensive efficiency, while the Golden Eagles are 302nd in defensive efficiency. The Jayhawks should have the advantage on that side of the ball.
Marquette Golden Eagles vs. Kansas Jayhawks Pick
College Basketball Prediction: SU Winner – Kansas, ATS Winner – Kansas, O/U – Over
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Notes
Betting Notes (2017-Present):
Kansas ranks 143rd in rebounds per game (36.0) while Marquette ranks 289th (32.9).
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