The Central Arkansas Bears (1-6) and the Wichita State Shockers (6-1) battle at Charles Koch Arena. The Bears look to put an end to their five-game losing streak. The game is scheduled to start at 8 p.m. ET on Thursday, December 5, 2019.
Central Arkansas Bears vs. Wichita State Shockers ATS Odds
Both teams lost in their last contest. The Shockers fell to the West Virginia Mountaineers, 75-63, while the Bears were defeated by the Prairie View A&M Panthers, 78-72.
Central Arkansas had a free throw rate of 0.481 (above their season average of 0.289) while Wichita State had a better turnover percentage (10.8 vs. 14.9). Wichita State received a boost from Erik Stevenson, who finished with 22 points and five rebounds. Meanwhile, Hayden Koval played a pivotal role for Central Arkansas with 20 points and 11 rebounds.
From an effective field goal percentage perspective, Wichita State should have a considerable advantage. Since last season, the Shockers defense ranks 44th in effective field goal percentage allowed (0.468), while the Central Arkansas offense ranks 265th in effective field goal percentage (0.488). Also, the Bears have been among the NCAA’s elite at getting to the line, ranking 55th in free throw attempt (FTA) rate (0.266). The Shockers, meanhwile, rank 283rd at keeping opponents off the charity stripe with an opponents’ FTA rate of 0.257.
Central Arkansas Bears at Wichita State Shockers Pick
College Basketball Prediction: SU Winner – Wichita State, ATS Winner – Wichita State, O/U – Over
Betting Notes (2018-Present):
- Wichita State ranks 40th in rebounds per game (38.6) while Central Arkansas ranks 318th in rebounds allowed per game (39.4).
- The Bears average 4.2 blocks per game, which ranks 59th in the country. The Shockers rank 217th in blocks allowed per game (3.9).
- Wichita State ranks 33rd in steals allowed per game (5.3) while Central Arkansas ranks 183rd (6.6).
- The Shockers rank 52nd in assists allowed per game (11.3) while the Bears rank 294th (15.3).
- Wichita State ranks 88th in three pointers allowed per game (20.7) while Central Arkansas ranks 265th (24.3).