The SIUE Cougars (2-7) and the Northwestern Wildcats (4-4) battle at Welsh-Ryan Arena. The Cougars will attempt to put an end to their five-game losing streak. Action gets underway at 4 p.m. ET on Sunday, December 15, 2019, and can be seen on ESPNU.
SIUE Cougars at Northwestern Wildcats Betting Odds
Both teams were beaten in their last matchup. The Wildcats fell to the Purdue Boilermakers, 58-44, while the Cougars were defeated by the Chicago State Cougars, 89-81.
SIUE had an offensive rebounding percentage of 35.7 (above their season average of 23.6) while Northwestern held Purdue to an effective field goal percentage of 0.432 (below their season average of 0.505). Pete Nance played well for Northwestern with 14 points and six rebounds. Meanwhile, SIUE was led by Zeke Moore, who contributed 28 points and six rebounds.
Ball security could play a significant role in this contest. Dating back to the 2018-19 season, Northwestern has committed the 47th-fewest miscues in the nation (turnover percentage of 16.8 percent), while the ball-hawking defense of SIUE has forced the 55th-most (opponents’ turnover percentage of 20.1 percent).
SIUE Cougars vs. Northwestern Wildcats Odds Pick
Basketball Pick: SU Winner – Northwestern, ATS Winner – SIUE, O/U – Under
Betting Notes (2018-Present):
- Northwestern averages 13.8 assists per game, which ranks 97th in the country. SIUE ranks 230th in assists allowed per game (15.3).
- The Wildcats rank 74th in blocks per game (3.9) while the Cougars rank 77th in blocks allowed per game (3.0).
- The Wildcats rank 125th in three pointers attempted per game (22.4) while the Cougars rank 251st (20.6).
- Northwestern ranks 186th in rebounds per game (34.4) while SIUE ranks 264th (33.9).
