UConn Huskies at Tulsa Golden Hurricane Free Prediction 02/06/20

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It will be a meeting between two stifling defenses when the Tulsa Golden Hurricane (15-6, 7-1 AAC) challenge the UConn Huskies (11-10, 2-6 AAC) at Donald Reynolds Center. Action begins at 7 p.m. ET on Thursday, February 6, 2020, and can be seen on ESPN2.

UConn Huskies at Tulsa Golden Hurricane ATS Odds

In their last matchup, the Golden Hurricane edged the 23rd-ranked Wichita State Shockers, 54-51, while the Huskies lost to the Memphis Tigers, 70-63.

The Golden Hurricane knocked down 15 of their 20 free throws (75.0 percent) and held the Shockers to an effective field goal percentage of 0.397 (below their season average of 0.469). UConn, meanwhile, held Memphis to an offensive rebounding percentage of 23.1 (below their season average of 32.5). Tulsa was led by Elijah Joiner, who put up 22 points, five rebounds and five assists. Christian Vital had a solid performance for UConn, finishing with 20 points.

In their first matchup this season, Martins Igbanu led the Golden Hurricane to a 79-75 win. He registered a double-double with 28 points and 10 rebounds. One of Tulsa’s largest advantages was getting to the free throw line. They had 32 free throw attempts, while UConn had just 15.

Points could be at a premium in this meeting between a pair of the NCAA’s premier defenses. Tulsa currently ranks 43rd in defensive efficiency (92.7) and UConn is 41st (92.6).

UConn Huskies vs. Tulsa Golden Hurricane Betting Pick

Free Pick: SU Winner – Tulsa, ATS Winner – Tulsa, O/U – Over

Betting Notes:

  • UConn ranks 12th in three pointers allowed per game (16.8) while Tulsa ranks 280th (26.6).
  • The Golden Hurricane rank 112th in rebounds per game (36.5) while the Huskies rank 188th in rebounds allowed per game (36.3).
  • The Huskies rank second in blocks per game (6.6) while the Golden Hurricane rank 162nd (2.5).
  • Tulsa averages 7.8 steals per game, which ranks 53rd in the country. UConn ranks 175th in steals allowed per game (7.2).

Bettings Trends:

  • The Golden Hurricane’s average margin of victory in their last five games has been 15.2, up from 6.8 for the season.
  • During their last five games, the Huskies have scored an average of 66.0 points per game (1.5 below their season average) and allowed an average of 67.2 points per game (4.8 above their season average).