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Mountaineers and Red Wolves Set to Clash in Battle of Winning Streaks for Thursday Night Showdown

Thursday night's game between Appalachian State and Arkansas State will feature two teams riding winning streaks. The Mountaineers come into the game with five consecutive victories, while the Red Wolves are looking for their fourth straight win. Last season, App State won the regular season matchup, but Arkansas State emerged victorious in the conference tournament. Arkansas State is currently the betting favorite at -7, with the line remaining steady. To learn more about the upcoming game and our prediction, continue reading.

Betting Odds

• Moneyline: Mountaineers +225 | Red Wolves -283
• Spread: Mountaineers +7 (-110) | Red Wolves -7 (-110)
• Total: Over/Under 137.5 (-110)
• Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that Arkansas St. will win straight-up is 74%.

Appalachian St. vs Arkansas St. Stats

Appalachian St. Mountaineers

The Appalachian State Mountaineers recently secured a win against James Madison, bringing their record to 5-2 in the Sun Belt conference. Despite a slow-paced playing style, the team's strong defense has been a key factor in their success this season. They hold opponents to an average of 62.2 points per game, with impressive percentages of 38.0% from the floor and 28.2% on three-pointers. Offensively, the Mountaineers are averaging 69.6 points per game, shooting 45.4% from the field and 37.1% from three-point range. With a power ranking of 75, they are currently ranked 283rd in offense and 17th in defense. App State will look to continue their winning streak as they face off against Arkansas State.

Arkansas St. Red Wolves Analysis

The Arkansas State Red Wolves have been performing well, winning three consecutive games and staying competitive in the conference. They have a strong defense, allowing only 70.1 points per game with opponents converting on 39.0% of their field goal attempts. Offensively, they lead the Sun Belt in scoring and are shooting well from the field. Despite weaknesses in surrendering free throws and offensive rebounds, the team is ranked 94th in KenPom's ratings and 95th in NET rankings. Their upcoming matchup against Appalachian State will test their abilities on both ends of the floor.

Mountaineers' Strong Performance and Defensive Prowess Set to Dominate Arkansas State

The Mountaineers have demonstrated a strong performance in their recent games, achieving victories both in terms of straight up wins and against the spread in five successive matchups. Additionally, they have secured a three-game winning streak against the spread on the road. Particularly noteworthy is the defensive prowess of App State, which is unparalleled within their conference. Conversely, Arkansas State has shown vulnerabilities on defense, allowing excessive offensive rebounds and free throw attempts. This weakness may hinder their ability to gain a significant advantage in the upcoming game. Given these factors, it is advisable to consider backing the visiting Mountaineers to cover the spread in the scheduled Thursday matchup.

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