The Wisconsin Badgers (2-1) clash against the Marquette Golden Eagles (2-0) at the Kohl Center. The game is scheduled to get underway at 1 p.m. ET on Sunday, November 17, 2019.
Marquette Golden Eagles vs. Wisconsin Badgers ATS Prediction
The last time the Golden Eagles played, they defeated the Purdue Boilermakers, 65-55. Marquette’s free throw rate was their largest strength over Purdue. The Golden Eagles had a rate of 0.346, while the Boilermakers posted a mark of 0.153. With 23 points on 6-for-12 shooting, Koby McEwen was the top scorer from either team.
The Badgers dismantled the McNeese State Cowboys in their last game, 83-63. The Badgers had a much better turnover percentage (12.5 vs. 25.5) and had a much better offensive rebounding percentage (26.9 vs. 19.2). Brad Davison was the top scorer from either team with 24 points on 7-for-8 shooting from the field.
Points could be at a premium as two of the country’s premier defenses battle. Wisconsin ranks 13th in defensive efficiency (93.8) and Marquette is 53rd (97.4) since the 2018-19 season. Furthermore, the Golden Eagles rank 55th in free throw attempt (FTA) rate (0.267), while the Badgers rank ninth in opponents’ FTA rate (0.170).
Marquette vs. Wisconsin Free Pick
Pick: O/U – Under
Betting Trends
Wisconsin ranks 35th in steals allowed per game (5.2) while Marquette ranks 227th (7.0).
The Golden Eagles average 4.5 blocks per game, which ranks 38th in the NCAA. The Badgers rank 218th in blocks allowed per game (3.9).
Marquette ranks 87th in three pointers attempted per game (24.2) while Wisconsin ranks 254th (19.9).
The Golden Eagles rank 36th in rebounds per game (38.7) while the Badgers rank 187th (35.1).
Wisconsin ranks 18th in assists allowed per game (10.4) while Marquette ranks 99th (12.3).
