The Mississippi Valley State Delta Devils (2-7) meet the Southeast Missouri State Redhawks (4-4) at Harrison Complex. The game is scheduled to start at 7 p.m. ET on Tuesday, December 4, 2018.
Southeast Missouri State Redhawks vs. Mississippi Valley State Delta Devils ATS Prediction
In the Redhawks’ last game, they were topped by the Western Illinois Leathernecks, 70-63. One of Western Illinois’ biggest strengths was their ability to convert at the free throw line. They were 14-17 (82.4 percent), while the Redhawks were just 8-10 (80.0 percent). Sage Tolbert played well for Southeast Missouri State, contributing 11 points and 10 rebounds.
The Delta Devils lost big to the California Baptist Lancers in their last contest, 107-71. California Baptist’s 0.658 effective field goal percentage was their largest strength over Mississippi Valley State, who had a rate of 0.352. The Lancers’ mark was above their season average of 0.506, while the Delta Devils’ was below their season average of 0.408. Mississippi Valley State’s Tereke Eckwood put up 13 points in the game.
Contrasting paces will be on display in this meeting. Dating back to the 2017-18 season, Mississippi Valley State has preferred a fast-breaking style of play (100th in possessions per game), while Southeast Missouri State has been slower-paced (217th in possessions per game).
Southeast Missouri State Redhawks at Mississippi Valley State Delta Devils Odds Pick
Prediction: SU Winner – Mississippi Valley State, O/U – Under
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Notes
Betting Notes (2017-Present):
Southeast Missouri State ranks 90th in three pointers attempted per game (23.9) while Mississippi Valley State ranks 300th (17.7).
The Redhawks rank 142nd in rebounds allowed per game (34.5) while the Delta Devils rank 316th (40.2).
Southeast Missouri State averages 13.6 assists per game, which ranks 154th in the nation. Mississippi Valley State ranks 308th in assists allowed per game (16.4).
The Redhawks rank 32nd in steals allowed per game (5.2) while the Delta Devils rank 137th (6.0).
Southeast Missouri State ranks 200th in blocks allowed per game (3.8) while Mississippi Valley State ranks 248th (5.0).
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