who plays
Abilene Christian @ Utah Valley
Current records: Abilene Christian 9-9; Utah Valley 14-5
What you should know
The Utah Valley Wolverines lost both games to the Abilene Christian Wildcats last season, 76-80 and 74-82, so they’re hoping to turn the tables this season. The Wolverines and Abilene Christian will face off in a WAC bout on Wednesday at 8:00 p.m. ET at the UCCU Events Center. Both teams lost in their last game, so they have enough motivation to get the “W”.
Utah Valley entered the contest against the Seattle Redhawks last Saturday with no home losses — but there’s a first time for everything. Utah Valley was within striking distance but couldn’t close the gap as they lost 85-80 to Seattle.
Meanwhile, Abilene Christian came up short against the Tarleton State Texans last Saturday, losing 72-63.
The Wolverines are the favorites in this game, with an expected 9-point lead to win. Those burned by picking them against the spread last Saturday should consider that the team has yet to lose consecutive games against the spread this season.
The losses put Utah Valley at 14-5 and the Wildcats at 9-9. A few defensive stats to remember before you tip: Utah Valley keeps their opponents at a 39.30% field goal percentage, which ranks them 22nd in college basketball. At the other end of the spectrum, Abilene Christian has allowed her opponents to shoot an average of 45.70% from the floor, which is the 41st highest shot percentage allowed in college basketball. So the cards are definitely against Abilene Christian.
how to see
- When: Wednesday at 8 p.m. ET
- Where from: UCCU Convention Center – Orem, Utah
- Consequences: CBS Sports App
opportunities
The Wolverines are a huge 9-point favorite against the Wildcats according to the latest College Basketball Odds.
The odds makers were right in line with the betting community in this instance as the game opened with a 9 point spread and stayed right there.
Over/Under: -110
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series history
Abilene Christian has won both games against Utah Valley in the last nine years.
- March 09, 2022 – Abilene Christian 82 vs. Utah Valley 74
- December 30, 2021 – Abilene Christian 80 vs. Utah Valley 76