Evansville Aces vs
Middle Tenn. St. Blue RaidersPredictions & Preview

Middle Tennessee Basketball Team Favored to Dominate Evansville in upcoming Game

The upcoming game between the Evansville Purple Aces and Middle Tennessee Blue Raiders will take place in Murfreesboro, Tennessee. This will be the 4th meeting between the two schools, with Middle Tennessee currently holding a 2-1 series record. The last matchup occurred in 2016. The game is set to tip-off at 5:30 PM CST at the Murphy Center on Wednesday, November 13. Middle Tennessee is the favored team with a betting line of -10.5. Stay tuned as we analyze both teams in this Evansville vs. Middle Tennessee prediction.

Betting Odds

• Moneyline: Aces +430 | Blue Raiders -560
• Spread: Aces +10.5 (-110) | Blue Raiders -10.5 (-110)
• Total: Over/Under 143 (-110)
• Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that Middle Tenn. St. will win straight-up is 85%.

Evansville vs Middle Tenn. St. Stats

Evansville Aces

The 2023 season was a successful one for the Evansville Purple Aces, with 17 wins and their first postseason appearance since 2015. After defeating Quinnipiac in the first round of the CBI, they were unfortunately eliminated by Seattle. The team faced significant losses through the transfer portal and will have no returning starters for the 2024 season. The squad will rely on newcomers, including standout performances from Gabriel Pozzato, Tayshawn Comer, Cam Haffner, and Tanner Cuff. In their most recent game against North Texas, the team struggled with shooting percentages and turnovers, ultimately falling 80-63. Despite this, Pozzato and Cuff had notable performances. Currently ranked 346th in power rankings, the team boasts strong defensive statistics but struggles offensively.

Middle Tenn. St. Blue Raiders Analysis

Middle Tennessee State has started their season strong with wins over Oglethorpe and Abilene Christian. The team has a veteran roster, including star guard Camryn Weston who returned from injury and is making the team more formidable. Senior guard Jestin Porter leads the team in scoring with an average of 22 points per game, while senior forward Essam Mostafa is a force in the paint. The team is averaging 88 points per game and shooting well from the field, three-point line, and free throw line. Defensively, they have been strong with steals, blocks, and holding opponents to a low shooting percentage. The Blue Raiders have a power ranking of 280 and are ranked #48 for offense and #31 for defense. They have been efficient on both ends of the floor, ranking highly in field goal percentage, rebounds, assists, and turnovers. Overall, Middle Tennessee State looks poised to challenge in their conference with their experienced and skilled lineup.

Middle Tennessee Basketball Team Poised for Dominant Victory Against Evansville

Middle Tennessee's basketball team has shown significant strength in the Conference USA, with the return of guard Camryn Weston being a crucial factor. The team's impressive offensive performance this season suggests that the current spread of 8 points may underestimate their capabilities. With dominant presence in the paint and efficient shooting, the Blue Raiders are likely to outperform Evansville, who face the challenge of playing away in a potentially hostile environment. Though Evansville may provide a tougher competition, Middle Tennessee's proven track record of winning by an average margin of 34.5 points in their two previous games indicates their readiness for a double-digit victory. It is advisable to take advantage of the current spread of 8 points early, as it is likely to shift in favor of Middle Tennessee.

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