The second-ranked Kansas Jayhawks (8-1) welcome the Kansas City Roos (5-6) to Sprint Center. The Jayhawks will attempt to continue their eight-game winning streak. The game starts at 5 p.m. ET on Saturday, December 14, 2019.
Kansas City Roos at Kansas Jayhawks ATS Odds
In their last matchup, the Jayhawks won big over the Milwaukee Panthers, 95-68, while the Roos were beaten by the McNeese State Cowboys, 82-73.
Kansas played a nearly flawless game. They had a ridiculous offensive rebounding percentage of 46.7 (above their season average of 29.5) and a free throw rate of 0.322 (above their season average of 0.235). Milwaukee was 26.2 and 0.197, respectively, for those same stats. Kansas City, on the other hand, forced McNeese State into a turnover percentage of 24.4 (above their season average of 20.3). Udoka Azubuike had a good outing for Kansas, putting up 15 points and 17 rebounds. Meanwhile, Kansas City was led by Jahshire Hardnett, who finished with 16 points.
Opposite paces will be on display in this battle. Dating back to last season, Kansas has preferred to play fast (64th in possessions per game), while Kansas City has been slower-paced (189th in possessions per game).
Kansas City vs. Kansas Odds Pick
Prediction: SU Winner – Kansas, ATS Winner – Kansas, O/U – Under
Betting Notes (2018-Present):
- Kansas City ranks sixth in three pointers allowed per game (19.3) while Kansas ranks 268th (26.3).
- The Jayhawks rank 14th in assists per game (14.0) while the Roos rank 120th (11.6).
- Kansas ranks 39th in rebounds allowed per game (34.4) while Kansas City ranks 68th (35.6).
- The Jayhawks rank 26th in blocks allowed per game (3.2) while the Roos rank 171st (3.7).
- Kansas City averages 7.8 steals per game, which ranks 14th in the nation. Kansas ranks 153rd in steals allowed per game (6.7).