The FIU Golden Panthers (20-13), 3.5-point underdogs, challenge the Green Bay Phoenix (18-16) in the CollegeInsider.com Postseason Tournament at Resch Center. The game’s Over/Under (O/U) opened at 176.5 points and it starts at 8 p.m. ET on Tuesday, March 26, 2019.
FIU Golden Panthers at Green Bay Phoenix Betting Odds
Both teams were victorious over their last opponent. The Phoenix defeated the East Tennessee State Buccaneers 102-94, while the Golden Panthers beat the Texas State Bobcats 87-81.
FIU played a nearly perfect game. They had a phenomenal free throw rate of 0.362 (above their season average of 0.240) and a turnover percentage of 12.1 (better than their season average of 15.4). Texas State had marks of 0.227 and 16.6, respectively, for those same stats. The Phoenix, meanwhile, made 21 of their 27 free throws (77.8 percent) and had an effective field goal percentage of 0.675 (above their season average of 0.515). Green Bay was led by Sandy Cohen III, who finished with 29 points and six assists. Devon Andrews played well for FIU, finishing with 29 points.
Of the Golden Panthers’ 29 games with betting action, 15 have finished under the projected point total. FIU holds records of 20-13 straight up (SU) and 17-12 against the spread (ATS).
Of the Phoenix’s 32 games that accepted bets, 18 have finished over the total. Additionally, Green Bay is 18-16 SU and 17-15 ATS.
There could be plenty of transition action in this matchup that features two of the nation’s more fast-paced teams. Green Bay ranks seventh in possessions per game (75.8) and FIU is second (79.9).
FIU Golden Panthers vs. Green Bay Phoenix Odds Pick
Free College Basketball Pick: SU Winner – Green Bay, ATS Winner – Green Bay, O/U – Under
Betting Notes:
- FIU averages 27.1 three pointers per game, which ranks 26th in the nation. Green Bay ranks 276th in three pointers allowed per game (25.7).
- The Phoenix average 14.8 assists per game, which ranks 60th in the NCAA. The Golden Panthers rank 234th in assists allowed per game (14.5).
- Green Bay ranks 72nd in blocks per game (4.0) while FIU ranks 222nd in blocks allowed per game (4.4).
- The Golden Panthers rank first in steals per game (10.7) while the Phoenix rank 200th in steals allowed per game (6.9).
- Green Bay averages 36.1 rebounds per game, which ranks 124th in the NCAA. FIU ranks 311th in rebounds allowed per game (43.0).
Bettings Trends:
- The Golden Panthers have been outscored by an average of 0.4 points in their last five games. For the season, FIU has defeated opponents by an average of 2.8 points.
- During their last five games, the Phoenix have scored an average of 78.0 points per game (3.0 below their season average) and allowed an average of 78.0 points per game (2.2 below their season average).
