Expect a fast-paced game when the Mississippi Valley State Delta Devils (2-17, 1-5 SWAC) visit Prairie View A&M to play the Panthers (9-10, 5-1 SWAC). The game gets underway at 8:30 p.m. ET on Monday, January 27, 2020.
Mississippi Valley State Delta Devils vs. Prairie View A&M Panthers Betting Odds
In their last game, the Panthers beat the UAPB Golden Lions, 67-54, while the Delta Devils lost to the Texas Southern Tigers, 80-67.
The Panthers, who came into the game averaging an offensive rebounding percentage of 27.8, had a ridiculous mark of 39.3, while the Golden Lions had a turnover percentage of 30.9 (above their season average of 24.8). Mississippi Valley State, on the other hand, had a better turnover percentage (12.0 vs. 14.1). Prairie View A&M was lifted by Devonte Patterson, who had 17 points and eight rebounds. Meanwhile, Torico Simmons played a pivotal role for Mississippi Valley State with 27 points and eight rebounds.
The Panthers dominated this series last year, securing victories in both games. In the last contest, Prairie View A&M won 69-63. One of Prairie View A&M’s largest strengths was getting to the charity stripe. They had 29 free throw attempts, while Mississippi Valley State had just 12. This is the first time these teams will meet this year.
There could be a fair amount of transition offense in this matchup that features a pair of the NCAA’s more up-and-down teams. Prairie View A&M currently ranks 37th in possessions per game (73.3) and Mississippi Valley State is second (78.7).
Mississippi Valley State Delta Devils at Prairie View A&M Panthers Free Pick
Free Prediction: SU Winner – Prairie View A&m, ATS Winner – Mississippi Valley State, O/U – Over
Betting Notes:
- Mississippi Valley State ranks 16th in three pointers attempted per game (28.3) while Prairie View A&M ranks 282nd (13.8).
- The Panthers average 8.8 steals per game, which ranks 21st in the nation. The Delta Devils rank 110th in steals allowed per game (6.4).
- Mississippi Valley State ranks 130th in blocks per game (3.0) while Prairie View A&M ranks 134th in blocks allowed per game (3.7).
- The Panthers rank 101st in rebounds allowed per game (33.9) while the Delta Devils rank 283rd (49.5).
- Prairie View A&M ranks 91st in assists allowed per game (11.8) while Mississippi Valley State ranks 257th (19.9).
Bettings Trends:
- During their last five games, the Panthers have scored an average of 67.2 points per game (3.3 below their season average) and allowed an average of 59.2 points per game (10.7 below their season average).
- The Delta Devils’ average margin of defeat in their last five games has been 9.8, down from 22.4 for the season.
