The New Mexico Lobos (6-2) will be at home in Dreamstyle Arena when they square off against the Montana Grizzlies (3-4). The game gets underway at 3 p.m. ET on Sunday, December 1, 2019.
Montana Grizzlies vs. New Mexico Lobos Betting Odds
Both teams defeated their last opponent. The Lobos defeated the Wisconsin Badgers 59-50, while the Grizzlies beat the Coppin State Eagles 69-62.
Montana played a nearly flawless game. They had an offensive rebounding percentage of 23.7 (below their season average of 25.4) and an effective field goal percentage of 0.508 (above their season average of 0.471). Coppin State was 13.5 and 0.449, respectively, for those same stats. New Mexico, on the other hand, dominated nearly every facet of their game. They had an effective field goal percentage of 0.470 (below their season average of 0.551) and a free throw rate of 0.240 (matching their season average). Wisconsin was 0.358 and 0.226, respectively, for those same stats. New Mexico was lifted by JaQuan Lyle, who put up 14 points and nine rebounds. Meanwhile, Sayeed Pridgett fueled Montana with 19 points and 12 rebounds.
The physical New Mexico offense might be getting to the free throw line a lot in this showdown. Since last season, the Lobos rank 20th in the nation with a free throw attempt (FTA) rate of 0.279, while Montana ranks 303rd in FTA rate allowed (0.267).
Montana Grizzlies at New Mexico Lobos Betting Pick
Pick: SU Winner – New Mexico, ATS Winner – Montana, O/U – Under
Betting Notes (2018-Present):
- Montana ranks 29th in assists allowed per game (10.8) while New Mexico ranks 306th (15.5).
- The Grizzlies rank 20th in rebounds allowed per game (31.5) while the Lobos rank 261st (36.8).
- Montana ranks 115th in steals allowed per game (6.0) while New Mexico ranks 242nd (7.1).