The Texas Longhorns (7-3) put their five-game winning streak on the line when they take on the Providence Friars (9-3) at Frank Erwin Special Events Center. The game will air on ESPN2 at 9 p.m. ET on Friday, December 21, 2018.
Providence Friars vs. Texas Longhorns Free Prediction
The Friars come in on a high note after topping the Siena Saints in their last outing, 77-67. Providence’s 44.0 offensive rebounding percentage was their largest advantage over Siena, who had a rate of 31.0. Providence was led by Alpha Diallo, who contributed 16 points, 11 rebounds and five assists.
In the Longhorns’ last matchup, they beat the Eastern Illinois Panthers, 71-59. Texas’ effective field goal percentage was their largest strength over Eastern Illinois. The Longhorns had a rate of 0.577, while the Panthers posted a mark of 0.411. Matt Coleman III was the game’s high scorer with 13 points on 5-for-9 shooting from the field.
Diallo has averaged 0 points over the last five games for Providence.
When looking at effective field goal percentage, Texas should have a considerable advantage. The Longhorns defense ranks 50th in effective field goal percentage allowed (0.460), while the Providence offense is ranked 191st in effective field goal percentage (0.514).
Providence Friars vs. Texas Longhorns Free Pick
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Notes
Betting Notes:
Texas ranks 25th in three pointers attempted per game (28.0) while Providence ranks 227th (19.1).
The Longhorns rank 11th in steals allowed per game (4.7) while the Friars rank 109th (6.7).
Providence ranks 96th in rebounds per game (37.5) while Texas ranks 182nd in rebounds allowed per game (36.7).
The Friars rank 15th in blocks allowed per game (1.9) while the Longhorns rank 66th (3.1).
Texas is 13th in the nation with 9.2 assists allowed per game while Providence is 55th with 11.6 assists allowed per game.
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The Friars’ average margin of victory in their last five games has been 1.2, down from 7.9 for the season.
During their last five games, the Longhorns have scored an average of 79.6 points per game (4.8 above their season average) and allowed an average of 68.6 points per game (2.1 above their season average).
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