Western Kentucky Hilltoppers Look to Extend Winning Streak against Buffalo Bulls in Exciting Non-Conference Matchup
The Western Kentucky Hilltoppers will be competing against the Buffalo Bulls on Saturday in an exciting non-conference matchup. With a strong 6-3 record and a two-game
Game outlook
The Western Kentucky Hilltoppers will be competing against the Buffalo Bulls on Saturday in an exciting non-conference matchup. With a strong 6-3 record and a two-game winning streak from their recent 79-69 home win over the Eastern Kentucky Colonels, the Hilltoppers are the bookmaker's favorites at -7, spelling bad news for the Bulls who are currently 1-8 and on a six-game losing streak.
Betting Odds
Moneyline: Hilltoppers -303 | Bulls +238
Spread: Hilltoppers -7 (-110) | Bulls +7 (-110)
Total: Over/Under 149.5 (-110)
Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that Western Kentucky will win straight-up is 75%.
Western Kentucky Hilltoppers
Western Kentucky Hilltoppers are currently 6-3 (3-3 ATS) for the season. With a power ranking of 106, the Hilltoppers have found success in offense, scoring an average of 80.89 points per game (67th in the country). Their defense however is struggling, ranked 239th in the country with 73.78 points per game allowed. In their most recent game, the Hilltoppers beat Eastern Kentucky Colonels 79-69, in part to shooting 40.6% overall, 44.0% from beyond the arc and 16 trips to the charity stripe. Senior guard Brandon Newman led the way, finishing with 19 points, nine rebounds, five assists and two steals. The Hilltoppers average 41.44 rebounds per game (ranked 32). Offensive and defensive assists and turnovers are notably lower than the average ranked teams.