The Indiana Hoosiers (11-1) and their outstanding offense welcome the Arkansas Razorbacks (10-1) and their tremendous defense. The game gets underway at 6 p.m. ET on Sunday, December 29, 2019.
Arkansas Razorbacks vs. Indiana Hoosiers Betting Odds
Both teams were victorious in their last game. The Hoosiers barely escaped the Notre Dame Fighting Irish 62-60, while the Razorbacks beat the Valparaiso Crusaders 72-68.
The Razorbacks had an extraordinary free throw rate of 0.385 (above their season average of 0.253) and held the Crusaders to an effective field goal percentage of 0.424 (below their season average of 0.525). The Hoosiers, meanwhile, had a phenomenal offensive rebounding percentage of 39.5 (above their season average of 36.6) and held the Fighting Irish to an effective field goal percentage of 0.429 (below their season average of 0.497). Indiana received a boost from Trayce Jackson-Davis, who put up 14 points and seven rebounds. Isaiah Joe, meanwhile was a key piece for Arkansas with 21 points and seven rebounds.
This was a highly competitive series last year, as the teams split their two games last season. The Hoosiers won the most recent game 63-60. The Hoosiers’ offensive rebounding percentage was their largest strength over the Razorbacks. Indiana had a rate of 25.7, while Arkansas posted a mark of 22.2. This will be the first game of the year between these two teams.
The game should be a matchup of strength against strength as the prolific offense of Indiana takes on the top-notch defense of Arkansas. The Hoosiers rank 15th in offensive efficiency, while the Razorbacks are third in defensive efficiency. Furthermore, the Razorbacks rank 321st in offensive rebounding percentage (22.0 percent), while the Hoosiers rank 31st in defensive rebounding percentage (76.8 percent).
Arkansas Razorbacks vs. Indiana Hoosiers Betting Pick
College Basketball Pick: SU Winner – Indiana, ATS Winner – Indiana, O/U – Over
Betting Notes:
- Indiana ranks 12th in rebounds allowed per game (29.5) while Arkansas ranks 200th (37.0).
- The Razorbacks rank 15th in assists allowed per game (9.3) while the Hoosiers rank 94th (12.1).
- Arkansas ranks 18th in blocks per game (5.4) while Indiana ranks 65th in blocks allowed per game (3.0).
- The Razorbacks rank 80th in three pointers attempted per game (24.2) while the Hoosiers rank 242nd (16.8).
- Arkansas ranks ninth in steals per game (10.1) while Indiana ranks 133rd (6.3).
Bettings Trends:
- The Hoosiers’ average margin of victory in their last five games has been 1.4, down from 13.9 for the season.
- During their last five games, the Razorbacks have scored an average of 76.8 points per game (1.7 above their season average) and allowed an average of 70.8 points per game (11.3 above their season average).
