The UTEP Miners (2-4) will be at home in the Don Haskins Center when they take on the Northwestern State Demons (2-5). Action begins at 9 p.m. ET on Saturday, December 1, 2018.
Northwestern State Demons vs. UTEP Miners ATS Odds
Both teams fell in their last outing. The Miners lost to the New Mexico State Aggies, 62-58, while the Demons lost big to the Louisiana-Monroe Warhawks, 80-52.
Northwestern State had an offensive rebounding percentage of 42.6 (above their season average of 29.0) while UTEP held New Mexico State to an offensive rebounding percentage of 26.7 (below their season average of 36.0). Evan Gilyard played a key role for UTEP with 18 points and nine rebounds. Northwestern State was lifted by DeAndre Love, who put up 10 points.
Contrasting styles will be on display in this battle. Northwestern State ranks 82nd in possessions per game (71.6) while UTEP is 196th (69.4) dating back to last season.
Northwestern State Demons at UTEP Miners Odds Pick
Free College Basketball Pick: SU Winner – UTEP, O/U – Under
Betting Notes (2017-Present):
- UTEP ranks first in blocks allowed per game (2.0) while Northwestern State ranks 208th (3.8).
- The Demons average 36.1 rebounds per game, which ranks 146th in the NCAA. The Miners rank 281st in rebounds allowed per game (37.8).
- UTEP ranks 212th in three pointers attempted per game (20.9) while Northwestern State ranks 319th (17.0).
- The Miners rank 100th in assists allowed per game (12.5) while the Demons rank 290th (15.5).
- UTEP ranks 93rd in steals allowed per game (5.7) while Northwestern State ranks 274th (8.5).
