Northern Kentucky Norse vs. UCF Knights Free Prediction

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Expect a defensive battle when the Northern Kentucky Norse (6-0) square off with the UCF Knights (4-1) at CFE Federal Credit Union Arena. The game starts at 6 p.m. ET on Saturday, November 24, 2018, and will air on ESPN 3.

Northern Kentucky Norse vs. UCF Knights ATS Odds

Both teams were victorious over their last opponent. The Knights defeated the Western Kentucky Hilltoppers 78-62, while the Norse beat the Coastal Carolina Chanticleers 89-83.

Northern Kentucky played a nearly perfect game. They had a phenomenally low turnover percentage of 7.6 (better than their season average of 17.3) and an offensive rebounding percentage of 30.3 (below their season average of 33.5). For those same stats, Coastal Carolina was 19.6 and 23.1, respectively. Meanwhile, UCF played a nearly perfect game. They had a fantastic effective field goal percentage of 0.600 (above their season average of 0.539) and a turnover percentage of 14.4 (better than their season average of 14.9). For those same stats, Western Kentucky was 0.436 and 18.9, respectively. UCF’s Aubrey Dawkins had a solid performance, finishing with 21 points. Drew McDonald, meanwhile was a key piece for Northern Kentucky with 31 points and 12 rebounds.

UCF might have difficulty scoring as they clash against one of the nation’s best defenses. Northern Kentucky ranks third in defensive efficiency, while the Knights rank 304th in offensive efficiency dating back to the 2017-18 season.

Northern Kentucky vs. UCF Free Pick

Basketball Tip: SU Winner – Ucf, ATS Winner – Northern Kentucky, O/U – Over

Betting Notes (2017-Present):

  • Northern Kentucky ranks 22nd in assists per game (16.4) while UCF ranks 295th (11.2).
  • The Norse rank 125th in blocks per game (3.5) while the Knights rank 201st in blocks allowed per game (3.6).
  • Northern Kentucky averages 37.3 rebounds per game, which ranks 83rd in the NCAA. UCF ranks 124th in rebounds allowed per game (34.2).
  • The Norse rank 83rd in three pointers attempted per game (24.1) while the Knights rank 317th (17.2).
  • Northern Kentucky ranks 24th in steals per game (7.7) while UCF ranks 231st (5.4).