Evansville Purple Aces Expected to Cover as Underdogs Against Bradley
The Evansville Purple Aces will be facing off against the Bradley Braves at Carver Arena on Wednesday with a tip-off time of 8:00 p.m. ET. Evansville, who currently holds a
Game outlook
The Evansville Purple Aces will be facing off against the Bradley Braves at Carver Arena on Wednesday with a tip-off time of 8:00 p.m. ET. Evansville, who currently holds a record of 8-5, suffered a loss of 81-59 to Murray State in their most recent game. In Missouri Valley Conference competition, they have a record of 1-3 this season. On the other hand, Bradley, with a record of 8-5, defeated Missouri State 86-60 in their last outing and have a 2-2 record in MVC play. As for injuries, a forward from the Purple Aces is questionable with a foot injury, while the Braves have no reported injuries. The betting odds currently place Bradley as the favorite with an opening line of -11, and there have been no changes to the line.
Betting Odds
Moneyline: Aces +489 | Braves -701
Spread: Aces +11 (-110) | Braves -11 (-110)
Total: Over/Under 144 (-110)
Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that Bradley will win straight-up is 88%.
Evansville Aces
Evansville's basketball team has been performing consistently in various statistical categories this season. Offensively, they average 78.7 points per game, ranking 86th in the country. Their shooting percentage stands at 47.0%, being 79th in the nation, while their three-point shooting percentage is 33.4%, ranking 196th. In terms of free throws, they make 71.1% of their attempts, placing them 177th. Evansville also performs well in rebounding, averaging 34.8 rebounds per game, which is 105th national ranking. Their assist average is 15.0 per game, ranking 39th, and they commit 11.2 turnovers per game, which is 88th in the country. On the defensive end, Evansville allows an average of 72.7 points per game, ranking 222nd. Their opponents shoot 42.0% from the field, ranking 130th, and 34.0% from beyond the arc, ranking 249th. Their opponents grab an average of 32.9 rebounds per game, placing Evansville 249th in defensive rebounding. The team blocks an average of 3.9 shots per game, which is 109th, and steals the ball 7.1 times per game, ranking 125th. Evansville commits an average of 15.0 fouls per game, putting them in 39th place nationally. KenPom, a well-known basketball rating system, rates Evansville as the 196th best team in the country. They are ranked 242nd in offensive efficiency, 159th in defensive efficiency, and 76th in tempo, considering their schedule adjustments. Looking at power rankings, Evansville ranks 62nd in offense, scoring an average of 80.07 points per game, while their defense ranks 200th, allowing an average of 72.07 points against them per game. Their current season record stands at 10-5, with a 10-4 against-the-spread (ATS) record. Specifically focusing on their offensive performance, Evansville shoots 47.37% from the field, ranking 64th in the country. They make 71.37% of their free throws, which puts them at 170th place. Their three-point shooting percentage is 32.63%, ranking 230th in the NCAAB.