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Bowling Green Favored to Win in Matchup Against Buffalo in Empire State Showdown, Stats and Analysis Here!

In this upcoming matchup on the hardwood in the Empire State, Bowling Green will face off against Buffalo. Recent performances show Bowling Green falling to Ohio in their last game, while Buffalo managed to secure a win against Northern Illinois. Despite Buffalo holding a slight lead in the all-time series, Bowling Green has emerged victorious in their last two meetings. As the current betting favorite, Bowling Green is favored to win with a line of -1.5. Stay tuned for an exciting contest between these two teams.

Betting Odds

• Moneyline: Falcons -118 | Bulls -102
• Spread: Falcons -1.5 (-110) | Bulls +1.5 (-110)
• Total: Over/Under 155.5 (-110)
• Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that Bowling Green will win straight-up is 54%.

Bowling Green vs Buffalo Stats

Bowling Green Falcons

Bowling Green recently suffered a loss to Ohio, ending their two-game win streak. The Falcons now have a 9-15 overall record and are tied for 10th in the MAC with a 3-8 conference record. In their previous game, Bowling Green held leads but ultimately fell short, with Marcus Johnson leading the team in points. On the season, the Falcons average 75.4 points per game and are ranked 151st in the nation in scoring offense. Johnson is the team's leading scorer, with three other players averaging in double figures. Bowling Green shoots 43.9% from the floor as a team. Defensively, they struggle, allowing an average of 75.8 points per game. In terms of rankings, they are 157th in offense and 283rd in defense. The Falcons have a 9-15 record and have a power ranking of 134, with rankings in field goal percentage, free throw percentage, rebounding, and turnovers.

Buffalo Bulls Analysis

Buffalo Bulls recently secured a victory over Northern Illinois, ending a streak of losses and improving their record to 8-16 overall. Their offense averages 72.57 points per game, ranking them 229th in the nation, while their defense allows an average of 81.83 points per game, placing them 353rd. The team shoots 42.13% from the field and 29.23% from three-point range. Buffalo also averages 35.13 rebounds and 14.17 assists per game. On defense, they allow 46.42% shooting from the field and 35.97% from beyond the arc. They have a power ranking of 271 and a record of 10-12 against the spread. Their leading scorer is Ryan Sabol, with Tyson Dunn also providing strong contributions. Other key players include Anquan Boldin Jr., Bryson Wilson, and Lloyd McVeigh. The Bulls have room to improve on both ends of the floor, as they strive for further success in their upcoming matchups.

Buffalo Struggles Defensively as Bowling Green Expected to Secure Road Victory

Buffalo has shown slight improvement under the leadership of George Halcovage III compared to their performance in the previous year, where they only won four games. However, their defensive performance remains a major weakness that hampers their ability to secure victories, particularly in conference matchups. On the other hand, Bowling Green, despite facing challenges this season, excels in offensive capabilities. Despite being considered mediocre in various metrics, Bowling Green is significantly outperforming Buffalo at this stage. Consequently, Bowling Green is predicted to secure their second road victory of the season in this matchup.

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