ECU Pirates Favored in Rematch against Wichita State Shockers at Home
In January, the East Carolina (ECU) Pirates defeated the Wichita State Shockers in a close game. Now, the Pirates have the home advantage in Williams Arena at Minges Coliseum
Game outlook
In January, the East Carolina (ECU) Pirates defeated the Wichita State Shockers in a close game. Now, the Pirates have the home advantage in Williams Arena at Minges Coliseum for their upcoming matchup on Thursday at 7:00 p.m. EDT. It remains to be seen if this game will be similar to their previous encounter or if the Shockers will seek revenge on the road. Currently, East Carolina is favored by sports bettors, opening at -1, and the betting line has not changed.
Betting Odds
Moneyline: Shockers +100 | Pirates -119
Spread: Shockers +1 (-110) | Pirates -1 (-110)
Total: Over/Under 138 (-110)
Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that East Carolina will win straight-up is 54%.
Wichita St. Shockers
Wichita State, with a conference record of 2-9, faced a tough FAU team last weekend, resulting in a 13-point loss in overtime. As per the NCAA net rankings, the Shockers are currently rated 151st nationally, making it unlikely for them to qualify for the dance unless they have a remarkable performance in the AAC Tournament. The team's struggles primarily stem from their offensive performance, where they only average 73.3 points per game. Their shooting percentages stand at 44.8% from the floor, 31.9% from beyond the arc, and 69.5% at the free throw line. Additionally, the Shockers only manage 16.5 free throw attempts per game. They average 12.5 turnovers and 11.8 offensive boards per game. Defensively, the team allows an average of 73.9 points per game. Their opponents shoot 41.8% from the field and 32.9% from three-point range. Wichita State sends opponents to the free throw line an average of 16.0 times per contest. The team has a +4.0 rebounding margin but a -2.1 turnover margin. With a power ranking of 214, Wichita State is ranked 212th in offense, averaging 72.91 points per game, and 222nd in defense, allowing 73.00 points against them per game. Offensively, their shooting percentages include 44.49% from the field, 69.29% from the free throw line, and 31.66% from three-point range. The team averages 40.22 rebounds per game and has 11.74 offensive assists and 12.35 turnovers per game. Defensively, they allow opponents to shoot 41.52% from the field, 72.38% from the free throw line, and 33.00% from three-point range. They average 35.96 defensive rebounds per game and have 13.65 defensive assists and 10.43 turnovers per game.