Texas State Bobcats vs. Arkansas State Red Wolves Free Prediction 01/04/20

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The Texas State Bobcats (7-7, 0-3 SBC) will be at First National Bank Arena to take on the Arkansas State Red Wolves (10-4, 2-1 SBC) in a SBC matchup. Action starts at 3 p.m. ET on Saturday, January 4, 2020.

Texas State Bobcats at Arkansas State Red Wolves Betting Odds

Both teams lost in their last outing. The Red Wolves lost big to the UT Arlington Mavericks, 73-52, while the Bobcats were beaten by the Little Rock Trojans, 72-68.

Texas State had a turnover percentage of 9.3 (better than their season average of 16.4) while Arkansas State had a free throw rate of 0.321 (above their season average of 0.289). Melo Eggleston played well for Arkansas State, finishing with 10 points and seven rebounds. Nijal Pearson, meanwhile fueled Texas State with 25 points.

The Bobcats dominated this series last year, winning both games. In the last game, Texas State won 84-74. The Bobcats’ turnover percentage was their largest strength over the Red Wolves. Texas State had a rate of 6.9, while Arkansas State posted a mark of 11.5. This will be the first matchup of the year between these two teams.

Half-court execution will be of utmost importance when two of the NCAA’s slowest-paced teams clash. Arkansas State currently ranks 294th in possessions per game (67.2) and Texas State is 265th (68.0).

Texas State vs. Arkansas State Free Pick

Pick: SU Winner – Arkansas State, ATS Winner – Arkansas State, O/U – Over

Betting Notes:

  • Texas State ranks 49th in assists allowed per game (10.8) while Arkansas State ranks 200th (14.7).
  • The Bobcats rank 222nd in rebounds per game (33.6) while the Red Wolves rank 248th (31.9).
  • The Red Wolves rank seventh in blocks allowed per game (2.0) while the Bobcats rank 117th (3.9).
  • Arkansas State ranks 32nd in three pointers allowed per game (18.1) while Texas State ranks 129th (21.9).

Bettings Trends:

  • The Red Wolves have been outscored by an average of 3.4 points in their last five games. For the season, Arkansas State has defeated opponents by an average of 0.3 points.
  • During their last five games, the Bobcats have scored an average of 77.8 points per game (4.4 above their season average) and allowed an average of 72.4 points per game (8.2 above their season average).