Wichita State (4-0) vs Saint Louis (2-1)
November 22, 2024 at 10:30 PM EST
The Line: Betting Odds: Wichita State -2.5 / Saint Louis +2.5 — Over/Under: 156.5
The Saint Louis Billikens and Wichita State Shockers meet Friday in college basketball action at the T-Mobile Center. Here’s a Saint Louis vs Wichita State Prediction. This article will include a Saint Louis vs Wichita State Pick.
Saint Louis Billikens Betting Preview
The Saint Louis Billikens lost to Santa Clara, beat Loyola Maryland, and they play Quinnipiac, UMASS Lowell, and Jackson State next. The Saint Louis Billikens are averaging 83.3 points on 46.6 percent shooting and allowing 67 points on 38.1 percent shooting. Gibson Jimerson is averaging 22.3 points and 4.7 rebounds, while Isaiah Swope is averaging 18.3 points and 4.3 assists. Robbie Avila is the third double-digit scorer and Kellen Thames is grabbing 7.3 rebounds. The Saint Louis Billikens are shooting 35.6 percent from beyond the arc and 75 percent from the free throw line. The Saint Louis Billikens are allowing 29.3 percent shooting from deep and are grabbing 36.3 rebounds per game.
Wichita State Shockers Betting Preview
The Wichita State Shockers beat Northern Iowa and Monmouth, and they play Minnesota, Alcorn State, and East Tennessee State next. The Wichita State Shockers are averaging 82.3 points on 46 percent shooting and allowing 73 points on 42.5 percent shooting. Justin Hill is averaging 17.5 points and 5.5 rebounds, while Corey Washington is averaging 14.8 points and 5 rebounds. Xavier Bell is the third double-digit scorer and Harlond Beverly is dishing 2.8 assists. The Wichita State Shockers are shooting 31.9 percent from beyond the arc and 74.4 percent from the free throw line. The Wichita State Shockers are allowing 30.5 percent shooting from deep and are grabbing 39.8 rebounds per game.
Why the Wichita State Shockers will win
- Wichita State has won seven of its last eight night games.
- Saint Louis has lost eight of its last 10 night games against non-AP-ranked opponents.
- Saint Louis has lost the first half in six of its last seven games against non-AP-ranked opponents at a neutral venue.
Total Points Facts
- Each of Wichita State’s last five games against non-conference opponents at T-Mobile Center have produced a total of 153 or fewer points.
- Five of Saint Louis’ last six games against non-conference opponents have produced a total of 152 or fewer points.
Matchup/League Facts
- Wichita State ranks 22nd among Division 1 teams for opponent free throw percentage this season (61.3%).
- Wichita State ranks 38th among Division 1 teams for turnover percentage this season (11.8%).
- Saint Louis ranks 18th among Division 1 teams for opponent assists per game this season (8.3).
- Saint Louis ranks 19th among Division 1 teams for opponent assist-to-turnover ratio this season (0.56).
Saint Louis vs Wichita State Prediction
The Saint Louis Billikens are off to a decent start, but they haven’t played anybody, so we’re going to learn a lot in this matchup. I was excited about the addition of Avila, but that season-opening loss to Santa Clara has me questioning things. How long will it take for this group to come together? The Wichita State Shockers are undefeated on the season and their offense is rolling at the moment. I’d need more points to consider Saint Louis. Give me the Shockers in this late-night matchup.