Buffalo Bulls vs. Miami (OH) RedHawks ATS Prediction 01/10/20

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The Buffalo Bulls (9-6, 0-2 MAC) will be at John D. Millett Hall to challenge the Miami (OH) RedHawks (7-8, 0-2 MAC) in a MAC matchup. The game will air on CBS Sports Network at 7 p.m. ET on Friday, January 10, 2020.

Buffalo Bulls at Miami (OH) RedHawks Betting Odds

Both teams lost in their last contest. The RedHawks lost a close one to the Bowling Green Falcons, 78-76, while the Bulls lost big to the Ball State Cardinals, 88-68.

Buffalo held Ball State to an offensive rebounding percentage of 21.6 (below their season average of 28.3) while Miami (OH) had a turnover percentage of 6.8 (better than their season average of 14.7). Miami (OH)’s Dalonte Brown played well, recording 20 points and 11 rebounds. Jayvon Graves, meanwhile fueled Buffalo with 13 points and five rebounds.

The Bulls dominated this series last year, winning both games. In the last game, Buffalo won 77-69. The Bulls’ 33.3 offensive rebounding percentage was their largest advantage over the RedHawks, who had a mark of 25.0. This is the first time these teams will go head-to-head this year.

There’s a decent chance that Buffalo struggles to create turnovers. Miami (OH) ranks 19th in the NCAA at avoiding errors (turnover percentage of 16.3 percent), while Buffalo forces the 153rd-most turnovers (20.5 percent).

Buffalo at Miami (OH) Odds Pick

Free Prediction: SU Winner – Miami (OH), ATS Winner – Miami (OH), O/U – Over

Betting Notes:

  • Buffalo ranks 14th in rebounds per game (41.4) while Miami (OH) ranks 210th in rebounds allowed per game (38.0).
  • The Bulls rank 33rd in three pointers attempted per game (26.9) while the RedHawks rank 139th in three pointers allowed per game (22.1).
  • Miami (OH) blocks 3.1 opponent shots per game, which is ranked 120th in the nation. Buffalo ranks 133rd in blocks allowed per game (4.3).
  • The Bulls rank 28th in steals per game (8.9) while the RedHawks rank 191st (5.1).
  • Miami (OH) ranks 39th in assists allowed per game (10.4) while Buffalo ranks 190th (14.7).

Bettings Trends:

  • During their last five games, the Bulls have scored an average of 79.6 points per game (0.2 above their season average) and allowed an average of 77.0 points per game (0.2 above their season average).
  • The RedHawks’ average margin of victory in their last five games has been 9.2, up from 4.1 for the season.