The Omaha Mavericks (5-5) will square off against the Northern Arizona Lumberjacks (3-2) at Findlay Toyota Center. The game gets underway at 5 p.m. ET on Sunday, December 8, 2019.
Omaha Mavericks vs. Northern Arizona Lumberjacks ATS Odds
Both teams lost in their last matchup. The Lumberjacks were blown out by the UC Davis Aggies, 85-66, while the Mavericks lost to the Arkansas State Red Wolves, 78-73.
Omaha had an offensive rebounding percentage of 34.4 (above their season average of 26.9) while Northern Arizona had a better turnover percentage (18.3 vs. 20.8). Northern Arizona’s Luke Avdalovic had a good game, putting up 17 points. Meanwhile, Omaha received a boost from Zach Thornhill, who finished with 11 points and seven rebounds.
The Lumberjacks won the sole game between these two teams last season, 76-66. One of Northern Arizona’s biggest advantages was their ability to convert at the free throw line. They were 16-20 (80.0 percent), while the Mavericks were just 5-10 (50.0 percent).
Omaha could have a tough time creating turnovers. Dating back to the 2018-19 season, Northern Arizona ranks 72nd in the country at avoiding errors (turnover percentage of 17.2 percent), while Omaha has forced the 48th-fewest turnovers (17.1 percent). Also, the 53rd-ranked offense of the Mavericks (offensive efficiency of 110.6) will battle against the 326th-ranked defense of the Lumberjacks (defensive efficiency of 108.9).
Omaha vs. Northern Arizona Betting Pick
Prediction: SU Winner – Northern Arizona, ATS Winner – Northern Arizona, O/U – Under
Betting Notes (2018-Present):
- Northern Arizona ranks 78th in three pointers attempted per game (24.3) while Omaha ranks 290th in three pointers allowed per game (25.9).
- The Lumberjacks rank 213th in rebounds per game (34.5) while the Mavericks rank 243rd (33.8).
- Northern Arizona ranks 237th in blocks per game (2.2) while Omaha ranks 240th (2.1).
- The Lumberjacks rank 152nd in steals per game (6.3) while the Mavericks rank 230th (5.4).
- Omaha averages 13.0 assists per game, which ranks 172nd in the NCAA. Northern Arizona ranks 248th in assists allowed per game (14.5).