The Marquette Golden Eagles (6-2) will travel to Fred Bramlage Coliseum to meet the Kansas State Wildcats (5-2). The game starts at 9 p.m. ET on Saturday, December 7, 2019, and will air on ESPN2.
Marquette Golden Eagles vs. Kansas State Wildcats ATS Odds
Both teams easily got past their last opponent. The Wildcats defeated the Florida A&M Rattlers 76-58, while the Golden Eagles beat the Jacksonville Dolphins 75-56.
Marquette dominated every stat category in the game. They had an effective field goal percentage of 0.483 (below their season average of 0.510) and an offensive rebounding percentage of 38.9 (above their season average of 25.0). For those same stats, Jacksonville was 0.336 and 28.6, respectively. Meanwhile, Kansas State played a nearly flawless game. They had an absurd offensive rebounding percentage of 44.4 (above their season average of 28.1) and an effective field goal percentage of 0.620 (above their season average of 0.460). Florida A&M was 30.3 and 0.455, respectively, for those same stats. Kansas State received a boost from Xavier Sneed, who recorded 18 points. Sacar Anim, meanwhile fueled Marquette with 19 points.
The Golden Eagles won the lone contest between these two teams last season, 83-71. Marquette did a great job of getting to and converting from the free throw line (27-36; 75.0 percent). Kansas State, on the other hand, had a much better turnover percentage (15.9 vs. 25.1).
The offense of Kansas State will go head-to-head against the elite defense of Marquette. Since last season, the Wildcats rank 259th in offensive efficiency, while the Golden Eagles are 92nd in defensive efficiency. The Golden Eagles should have the edge on that side of the ball.
Marquette Golden Eagles vs. Kansas State Wildcats Betting Pick
College Basketball Pick: SU Winner – Kansas State, ATS Winner – Kansas State, O/U – Over
Betting Notes (2018-Present):
- Kansas State ranks 37th in steals per game (8.0) while Marquette ranks 268th (5.0).
- The Golden Eagles average 23.9 three pointers per game, which ranks 97th in the NCAA. The Wildcats rank 124th in three pointers allowed per game (21.4).
- The Golden Eagles rank 51st in rebounds per game (38.4) while the Wildcats rank 259th (33.4).
- Marquette ranks 38th in blocks per game (4.4) while Kansas State ranks 241st (2.2).