The Cincinnati Bearcats (4-1) clash against the Ole Miss Rebels (3-1) in the Emerald Coast Classic at The Arena at NW Florida St. The game starts at 7 p.m. ET on Saturday, November 24, 2018, and will air on CBS Sports Network.
Cincinnati Bearcats vs. Ole Miss Rebels Betting Odds
Both teams beat their last opponent. The Rebels defeated the Baylor Bears 78-70, while the Bearcats beat the George Mason Patriots 71-55.
Cincinnati played a perfect game. They had a solid free throw rate of 0.283 (above their season average of 0.198) and an offensive rebounding percentage of 41.7 (above their season average of 40.3). For those same stats, George Mason recorded marks of 0.080 and 20.7, respectively. Meanwhile, Ole Miss dominated nearly every facet of their game. They had an absurd free throw rate of 0.518 (above their season average of 0.257) and a turnover percentage of 15.3 (better than their season average of 17.8). For those same stats, Baylor was 0.333 and 22.0, respectively. Ole Miss was lifted by Breein Tyree, who recorded 28 points. Tre Scott, meanwhile had a good game for Cincinnati, finishing with 14 points and eight rebounds.
Based on each team’s statistical profile, ball security could play an integral role in this showdown. Since last season, Ole Miss has committed the 39th-fewest miscues in the nation (turnover percentage of 16.5 percent), while the gambling defense of Cincinnati has forced the 28th-most (opponents’ turnover percentage of 22.0 percent). Moreover, the Bearcats rank 39th in offensive efficiency (112.9), while the Rebels rank 287th in defensive efficiency (107.9).
Cincinnati Bearcats vs. Ole Miss Rebels Free Pick
Pick: SU Winner – Ole Miss, O/U – Under
Betting Notes (2017-Present):
- Cincinnati ranks 13th in assists allowed per game (10.0) while Ole Miss ranks 294th (16.1).
- The Bearcats rank 10th in blocks per game (5.3) while the Rebels rank 179th in blocks allowed per game (3.5).
- Cincinnati ranks 14th in steals allowed per game (4.9) while Ole Miss ranks 86th (5.7).
- The Bearcats rank 13th in rebounds allowed per game (30.8) while the Rebels rank 276th (37.4).
- Ole Miss ranks 78th in three pointers attempted per game (24.3) while Cincinnati ranks 250th (20.0).
