Tigers' Strength Set to Overpower Mocs This Saturday in Chattanooga

Game outlook

The Chattanooga Mocs (8-4) take on a formidable opponent in the Auburn Tigers (9-2) this Saturday night at Neville Arena. Both teams enter the match-up playing good basketball, and this is the final chance for each side to end the year with a statement. St. Bonaventure is favored to win at -2.5, however the line has shifted to -1.5. It will be a tight game to watch as the Mocs try to pull off the upset.

Betting Odds

Moneyline: Zips +104 | Bonnies -127

Spread: Zips +1.5 (-110) | Bonnies -1.5 (-110)

Total: Over/Under 138.25 (-110)

Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that St. Bonaventure will win straight-up is 56%.

Akron Zips

Chattanooga had an opportunity to make a 16-point comeback victory, but ultimately fell short to Milwaukee 85-83. The Mocs have a strong offense, as they are putting up 79.9 points per game on 46.1% shooting. Offensively, they average 31.1 three-pointers per game and make 34.6% of them, along with 74.3% free throws. Defensively, Chattanooga holds opponents to 40.6% shooting and 31.4% on three-pointers, and has averaged 68.8 points per game this season. Despite their strong rebounding presence, opponents have managed to score more than 70 points when the Mocs play on the road.

St. Bonaventure Bonnies Analysis

Auburn has achieved four straight wins by 15 or more points, showcasing their dominance both in offense and defense. With an average of 83.1 points per game, they shoot 46.1% of their shots and 73.7% of their free throws. Offensively, opponents average 66.6 points per game with 38.9% field goals and 28.6% of their three pointers. Auburn is fierce with excellent ball security, controlling the turnovers and reboundings battles. Additionally, they allow 22.5 free throw attempts but don't get burned by them, proving to be one of the top 11 teams in the nation according to KenPom ratings.