The UIC Flames (9-13, 4-5 Hor) will be at the Beeghly Physical Education Center to take on the Youngstown State Penguins (12-10, 5-4 Hor) in a Hor matchup. Action gets underway at 7 p.m. ET on Thursday, January 30, 2020.
UIC Flames vs. Youngstown State Penguins ATS Odds
In their last game, the Penguins were victorious over the Green Bay Phoenix, 98-94, while the Flames lost a close one to the Detroit Titans, 70-69.
The Penguins had a solid turnover percentage of 8.9 (better than their season average of 15.0) and had an offensive rebounding percentage of 46.9 (above their season average of 34.9). UIC, on the other hand, held Detroit to an offensive rebounding percentage of 20.0 (below their season average of 29.8). Devin Morgan led the way for Youngstown State, putting up 26 points. Meanwhile, Braelen Bridges was a key piece for UIC with 18 points and nine rebounds.
In their first matchup this year, Naz Bohannon led the Penguins to a 70-64 victory. He registered a double-double with 12 points and 12 rebounds. The Penguins’ 15.1 turnover percentage was their largest strength over the Flames, who had a rate of 19.5.
Youngstown State could own the offensive glass in this matchup. The Penguins rank 18th in offensive rebounding percentage (35.5 percent), while UIC ranks 283rd in defensive rebounding percentage (69.9 percent).
UIC vs. Youngstown State Odds Pick
Free Prediction: SU Winner – Youngstown State, ATS Winner – Youngstown State, O/U – Under
Betting Notes:
- Youngstown State averages 39.9 rebounds per game, which ranks 26th in the NCAA. UIC ranks 196th in rebounds allowed per game (36.5).
- The Penguins rank 120th in three pointers attempted per game (22.6) while the Flames rank 151st in three pointers allowed per game (22.0).
- UIC blocks 4.1 opponent shots per game, which is ranked 61st in the NCAA. Youngstown State ranks 91st in blocks allowed per game (3.3).
- The Penguins rank 47th in steals allowed per game (5.6) while the Flames rank 141st (6.9).
- UIC averages 14.4 assists per game, which ranks 73rd in the NCAA. Youngstown State ranks 142nd in assists allowed per game (12.9).
Bettings Trends:
- The Penguins have been outscored by an average of 5.6 points in their last five games. On the season, Youngstown State has defeated opponents by an average of 1.1 points.
- During their last five games, the Flames have scored an average of 70.4 points per game (3.3 above their season average) and allowed an average of 65.2 points per game (5.6 below their season average).
