The UNI Panthers (9-12, 4-4 MVC) travel to Loyola Chicago to play the Ramblers (13-8, 6-2 MVC) in what should be a low-scoring game. The game begins at 7 p.m. ET on Wednesday, January 30, 2019.
UNI Panthers vs. Loyola Chicago Ramblers Betting Prediction
The Panthers come in on a high note after topping the Evansville Aces in their last contest, 81-74. The Panthers had a great free throw rate of 0.300 (above their season average of 0.227) and had an offensive rebounding percentage of 32.5 (above their season average of 25.5). UNI rallied around Trae Berhow, who put up 19 points and 10 rebounds.
In the Ramblers’ last game, they won big over the Southern Illinois Salukis, 75-50. The Ramblers, who came into the game averaging an effective field goal percentage of 0.558, had an absurd mark of 0.660, while the Salukis had a turnover percentage of 27.6 (above their season average of 20.1). Cameron Krutwig was the top scorer from either team with 22 points on 8-for-11 shooting from the field.
Half-court execution will be of utmost importance when two of the country’s slowest-paced teams go head-to-head. Loyola Chicago ranks 345th in possessions per game (65.0) and UNI is 323rd (66.2). Additionally, the Panthers rank 286th in offensive efficiency (99.4), while the Ramblers rank 26th in defensive efficiency (93.5).
After the Ramblers won all three games against the Panthers last season, this will be the first matchup of the year between these two teams. In the most recent contest, Loyola Chicago won 54-50. Loyola Chicago had a better turnover percentage (11.3 vs. 15.6). UNI, on the other hand, did a fantastic job of converting from the charity stripe (6-7; 85.7 percent).
UNI Panthers at Loyola Chicago Ramblers ATS Pick
Basketball Tip: SU Winner – Loyola Chicago, ATS Winner – Loyola Chicago, O/U – Over
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Notes
Betting Notes:
UNI ranks 62nd in three pointers attempted per game (25.2) while Loyola Chicago ranks 272nd (17.3).
The Panthers rank 13th in blocks allowed per game (2.2) while the Ramblers rank 143rd (3.9).
Loyola Chicago ranks sixth in rebounds allowed per game (29.3) while UNI ranks 109th (34.0).
The Ramblers rank 46th in assists allowed per game (11.4) while the Panthers rank 92nd (12.5).
Loyola Chicago ranks 103rd in steals per game (6.6) while UNI ranks 131st in steals allowed per game (6.7).
Bettings Trends:
The Panthers’ average margin of defeat in their last five games has been 0.4, down from 2.3 for the season.
During their last five games, the Ramblers have scored an average of 64.6 points per game (2.9 below their season average) and allowed an average of 61.0 points per game (0.1 above their season average).
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