Florida Atlantic Owls vs Wichita St. Shockers Betting Picks & Predictions

Game outlook

On Sunday, Wichita State University will be hosting a clash between their basketball team, the Shockers, and the No. 20 ranked Florida Atlantic Owls. Florida Atlantic, with a record of 18-15, suffered a loss in overtime against UAB on Thursday despite being favored by 5.5 points. In contrast, the Shockers, with a record of 24-12, had a comfortable victory over UTSA, winning by 20 points as 9.5 point favorites. The game is scheduled to start at noon EST and Florida Atlantic is currently the favored team, with the opening line set at -8 and no movement since.

Betting Odds

Moneyline: Owls -360 | Shockers +280

Spread: Owls -8 (-110) | Shockers +8 (-110)

Total: Over/Under 149.5 (-110)

Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that Florida Atlantic will win straight-up is 78%.

Florida Atlantic Owls

Florida Atlantic University's men's basketball team recently suffered a loss, thus ending their impressive seven-game winning streak. As of now, they are tied for second place in the AAC (American Athletic Conference) and are ranked 28th in the NCAA NET Rankings. Their offense has been performing well, averaging 84.4 points per game over their last five matches. Despite two of these games going into overtime, they have managed to maintain an average of 83 points per game this season, which is the second-best in the AAC. Furthermore, the team has been shooting with great accuracy, boasting a 48% field goal percentage and a 36.8% success rate from three-point range. They also make an average of nine three-pointers per game, which is the second-highest in the AAC, along with 14.5 free throws. On the downside, they have been turning the ball over 11.2 times per game, although their assist-to-turnover ratio of 1.34 is still respectable. On the defensive end, FAU allows an average of 71.8 points per game, ranking sixth in the conference. Opponents have shot 43.2% from the field and only 11.3% from three-point range against them. Their defense gives up 7.4 three-pointers and 11.3 free throws per game. The team has shown strength in rebounding, averaging 38.6 rebounds per game and currently holding a +4.2 rebound differential. They also showcase strong defensive skills with an average of 7.6 steals and 2.8 blocks per game. In the most recent match, Johnell Davis stood out for the Owls with a double-double, scoring 17 points, grabbing 11 rebounds, and leading the team with five assists. Over the past five games, Davis has been exceptional, averaging 23.4 points on 57.8% shooting along with eight rebounds per game. Regarding their power ranking, Florida Atlantic is placed at 24 while ranking 21st in offense and 181st in defense. Offensively, they average 82.96 points per game and shoot 48% from the field, placing them 32nd in the NCAA. They also make 71.15% of their free throws and 36.83% of their three-pointers, ranking 205th and 42nd, respectively. In terms of rebounds, they average