Morehead State Eagles at Murray State Racers Free Prediction 02/15/20

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A nine-game home winning streak is on the line for the Murray State Racers (18-7, 11-2 OVC) when they challenge the Morehead State Eagles (12-14, 6-7 OVC) at CFSB Center. The game starts at 5 p.m. ET on Saturday, February 15, 2020.

Morehead State Eagles at Murray State Racers Betting Odds

Both teams lost in their last outing. The Racers lost a winnable game to the Austin Peay Governors, 71-68, while the Eagles fell to the Eastern Kentucky Colonels, 78-71.

Morehead State had a much better turnover percentage (10.6 vs. 18.4) while Murray State held Austin Peay to an effective field goal percentage of 0.425 (below their season average of 0.525). Jaiveon Eaves was a key piece for Murray State with 21 points. Tyzhaun Claude, meanwhile had a solid performance for Morehead State, putting up 23 points and six rebounds.

The Racers dominated this series last year, winning both games. In the most recent game, Murray State won 71-52. Murray State’s effective field goal percentage was its biggest advantage over Morehead State. The Racers had a rate of 0.485 while the Eagles posted a mark of 0.284. This will be the first matchup of the year between these two teams.

From an effective field goal percentage perspective, Murray State figures to have a substantial advantage. The Racers defense ranks 57th in effective field goal percentage allowed (0.461), while the Morehead State offense is ranked 257th in effective field goal percentage (0.484).

Morehead State Eagles at Murray State Racers Pick

College Basketball Pick: SU Winner – Murray State, ATS Winner – Murray State, O/U – Under

Betting Notes:

  • Murray State ranks 16th in rebounds allowed per game (30.4) while Morehead State ranks 217th (36.8).
  • The Eagles rank 221st in three pointers attempted per game (19.5) while the Racers rank 257th (18.1).
  • The Eagles average 4.5 blocks per game, which ranks 34th in the country. The Racers rank 142nd in blocks allowed per game (3.8).
  • Murray State ranks 45th in assists allowed per game (10.9) while Morehead State ranks 87th (11.8).

Bettings Trends:

  • During their last five games, the Eagles have scored an average of 73.8 points per game (3.9 above their season average) and allowed an average of 69.8 points per game (0.9 above their season average).
  • The Racers’ average margin of victory in their last five games has been 4.0, down from 11.2 for the season.