New Orleans Privateers vs. Memphis Tigers ATS Prediction 12/28/19

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Expect a high-scoring game when the New Orleans Privateers (4-7) meet the ninth-ranked Memphis Tigers (10-1) at FedExForum. The game starts at 1:30 p.m. ET on Saturday, December 28, 2019, and will air on ESPN2.

New Orleans Privateers at Memphis Tigers ATS Odds

In their last game, the Tigers won big over the Jackson State Tigers, 77-49, while the Privateers lost to the Sam Houston State Bearkats, 87-79.

Memphis played a nearly perfect game. They had a superb effective field goal percentage of 0.586 (above their season average of 0.509) and a free throw rate of 0.155 (below their season average of 0.294). For those same stats, Jackson State was 0.347 and 0.097, respectively. New Orleans, on the other hand, did a fantastic job of making free throws (20-22; 90.9 percent). Memphis’ Precious Achiuwa had a good outing, contributing 20 points and nine rebounds. Meanwhile, Bryson Robinson played a key role for New Orleans with 24 points.

There could be a fair amount of transition offense in this meeting that showcases a pair of the nation’s more up-and-down teams. Memphis currently ranks 27th in possessions per game (75.0) and New Orleans is 58th (73.3).

New Orleans at Memphis Betting Pick

Basketball Tip: SU Winner – Memphis, ATS Winner – Memphis, O/U – Under

Betting Notes:

  • Memphis ranks 12th in rebounds per game (42.1) while New Orleans ranks 215th (32.9).
  • The Privateers rank 34th in steals per game (8.8) while the Tigers rank 153rd in steals allowed per game (7.7).
  • Memphis ranks 233rd in three pointers attempted per game (17.8) while New Orleans ranks 258th (15.5).
  • The Tigers rank second in blocks per game (6.8) while the Privateers rank 147th (2.4).
  • Memphis averages 14.6 assists per game, which ranks 68th in the country. New Orleans ranks 204th in assists allowed per game (16.0).

Bettings Trends:

  • The Tigers’ average margin of victory in their last five games has been 12.0, down from 17.1 for the season.
  • During their last five games, the Privateers have scored an average of 77.2 points per game (2.1 below their season average) and allowed an average of 75.0 points per game (1.4 above their season average).