The Austin Peay Governors (9-5, 1-0 OVC) will try to extend their six-game home winning streak in a matchup against the Morehead State Eagles (4-10, 0-1 OVC) at Winfield Dunn Center. The game gets underway at 5 p.m. ET on Saturday, January 5, 2019.
Morehead State Eagles at Austin Peay Governors Betting Prediction
The last time the Eagles played, they blew out the Kentucky Christian Knights, 102-82. The Eagles had a much better offensive rebounding percentage (58.3 vs. 25.0) and had a much better turnover percentage (13.1 vs. 19.6). With 18 points on 9-for-14 shooting, Malek Green was Morehead State’s leading scorer.
The Governors dismantled the Oakland City Mighty Oaks in their last contest, 114-53. The Governors had a much better turnover percentage (10.7 vs. 25.8) and had a much better offensive rebounding percentage (48.5 vs. 21.4). With 11 points and 10 assists, Austin Peay’s Dayton Gumm had a good game.
Austin Peay could have their way on the offensive side of the ball as their high-powered offense goes up against one of the worst defenses in the nation. The Governors rank 58th in offensive efficiency, while Morehead State ranks 307th in defensive efficiency.
Both teams have had a player step their game up over their last five games. Jordan Walker (0 points) has been stellar for the Eagles while Terry Taylor (0 points) has made solid contributions to the Governors.
After the Governors won the lone contest against the Eagles last season, 92-76, these teams will clash for the first time this year. The Governors had a much better effective field goal percentage (0.644 vs. 0.464) and had a better offensive rebounding percentage (35.3 vs. 30.6).
Morehead State Eagles vs. Austin Peay Governors ATS Pick
Basketball Tip: SU Winner – Austin Peay, ATS Winner – Morehead State, O/U – Over
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Notes
Betting Notes:
Austin Peay ranks 127th in assists per game (13.9) while Morehead State ranks 195th in assists allowed per game (15.2).
Bettings Trends:
The Eagles’ average margin of defeat in their last five games has been 2.2, down from 5.1 for the season.
During their last five games, the Governors have scored an average of 80.6 points per game (2.9 below their season average) and allowed an average of 75.6 points per game (4.8 above their season average).
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