The Murray State Racers (16-4, 7-2 OVC) will be at Hooper Eblen Arena to go head-to-head with the Tennessee Tech Golden Eagles (7-15, 3-6 OVC) in an OVC matchup. Action begins at 8:30 p.m. ET on Saturday, February 2, 2019.
Murray State Racers vs. Tennessee Tech Golden Eagles ATS Odds
Both teams lost in their last contest. The Golden Eagles were beaten by the Austin Peay Governors, 77-66, while the Racers got blown out by the Jacksonville State Gamecocks, 88-68.
Murray State had a better free throw rate (0.217 vs. 0.177) while Tennessee Tech did a terrific job of converting from the charity stripe (19-24; 79.2 percent). Tennessee Tech received a boost from Jr Clay, who finished with 14 points and seven assists. Ja Morant, meanwhile was a key piece for Murray State with 22 points, 11 assists and six rebounds.
The Racers dominated this series last year, winning both contests. In the last game, Murray State won 75-65. Murray State’s free throw rate was their biggest advantage over Tennessee Tech. The Racers had a rate of 0.352, while the Golden Eagles posted a mark of 0.250. This will be the first matchup of the year between these two teams.
Tennessee Tech might struggle to score as they clash against one of the country’s best defenses. Murray State currently ranks 47th in defensive efficiency while the Golden Eagles rank 327th in offensive efficiency. Also, the Racers could control the offensive glass in this contest as they rank 57th in the nation in offensive rebounding percentage at 33.1 percent. The Golden Eagles, meanwhile, rank 309th in defensive rebounding percentage (68.1 percent).
Murray State Racers vs. Tennessee Tech Golden Eagles Pick
College Basketball Pick: SU Winner – Tennessee Tech, ATS Winner – Tennessee Tech, O/U – Over
Betting Notes:
- Murray State ranks seventh in assists per game (18.4) while Tennessee Tech ranks 245th in assists allowed per game (17.0).
- The Racers rank 46th in three pointers allowed per game (20.1) while the Golden Eagles rank 161st (23.3).
- Tennessee Tech blocks 4.4 opponent shots per game, which is ranked 36th in the nation. Murray State ranks 112th in blocks allowed per game (3.5).
- The Racers rank 71st in rebounds per game (37.8) while the Golden Eagles rank 256th in rebounds allowed per game (38.5).
- Murray State averages 8.2 steals per game, which ranks 26th in the NCAA. Tennessee Tech ranks 198th in steals allowed per game (8.9).
Bettings Trends:
- During their last five games, the Golden Eagles have scored an average of 65.6 points per game (4.2 below their season average) and allowed an average of 74.6 points per game (3.1 below their season average).
- The Racers’ average margin of victory in their last five games has been 7.4, down from 15.6 for the season.
