Southern Utah Thunderbirds vs. Idaho Vandals ATS Prediction 02/04/19

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The Idaho Vandals (4-16, 1-8 BigSky) and the Southern Utah Thunderbirds (9-10, 4-6 BigSky) go head-to-head at Cowan Spectrum at the Kibbie Dome. The Vandals will try to put an end to their six-game losing streak. Action starts at 10 p.m. ET on Monday, February 4, 2019.

Southern Utah Thunderbirds vs. Idaho Vandals Betting Odds

Both teams fell in their last game. The Vandals were beaten by the Northern Arizona Lumberjacks, 86-73, while the Thunderbirds lost a close one to the Eastern Washington Eagles, 82-79.

Southern Utah made 11 of their 27 three pointers (40.7 percent) while Idaho had a better free throw rate (0.161 vs. 0.118). Idaho was lifted by Jared Rodriguez, who contributed 19 points. Meanwhile, Brandon Better led the way for Southern Utah, recording 35 points.

The Vandals captured this series last year, emerging victorious in two out of three games. In the most recent game, Southern Utah won 92-78. Southern Utah did a terrific job of getting to and converting from the charity stripe (27-32; 84.4 percent). Idaho, meanwhile, had a much better offensive rebounding percentage (36.1 vs. 19.0). This will be the first matchup of the year between these two teams.

Conflicting styles will be on display in this matchup. Southern Utah has preferred to play up-tempo (14th in possessions per game), while Idaho has been slower-paced (286th in possessions per game).

Southern Utah Thunderbirds vs. Idaho Vandals Odds Pick

Prediction: SU Winner – Southern Utah, ATS Winner – Southern Utah, O/U – Over

Betting Notes:

  • Southern Utah averages 24.0 three pointers per game, which ranks 103rd in the nation. Idaho ranks 247th in three pointers allowed per game (25.6).
  • The Thunderbirds rank 98th in rebounds per game (36.9) while the Vandals rank 208th in rebounds allowed per game (36.6).
  • The Thunderbirds rank 111th in assists allowed per game (12.7) while the Vandals rank 226th (15.2).
  • Southern Utah ranks 114th in steals per game (6.4) while Idaho ranks 225th (4.3).

Bettings Trends:

  • The Vandals’ average margin of defeat in their last five games has been 15.6, up from 4.9 for the season.
  • During their last five games, the Thunderbirds have scored an average of 76.6 points per game (1.1 below their season average) and allowed an average of 76.2 points per game (1.9 below their season average).