Akron Zips vs. Toledo Rockets Betting Preview: Handicapper Analysis and Prediction
Betting Odds
<p>The Akron Zips (18-8) will take on the Toledo Rockets (21-6) on February 21, 2023, at 7:00 pm EDT. The game will be televised on ESPN+ with the current line showing Toledo Rockets as 4-point favorites and an over/under of 150.5.</p>
<h2>Team Last 5 Games</h2>
<h3>Akron Zips</h3>
<p>The Akron Zips have won three out of their last five games, including their recent 86-66 victory against Buffalo. They had an impressive shooting percentage of 47.54% and made eight three-pointers. They have also shown consistency with their assists and turnovers, with a ratio of 1.19. However, they struggled in their previous game against Toledo with a shooting percentage of 40.91% and 11 turnovers. </p>
<h3>Toledo Rockets</h3>
<p>The Toledo Rockets have won four out of their last five games, with their latest victory against Bowling Green with a final score of 91-86. They had a high shooting percentage of 50.91% and made 11 three-pointers. They have a strong assist-to-turnover ratio of 1.45, indicating a well-coordinated team. However, they struggled in their last game against Eastern Michigan with only 5 three-pointers and a low shooting percentage of 39.34%.</p>
<h2>Power Stats</h2>
<h3>Assists Turnovers</h3>
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<div class="advantage">Toledo Rockets</div>
<p> have a higher assists-to-turnovers ratio of 1.45 compared to Akron Zips' 1.19. This indicates a better ball-handling ability and more efficient team play.</p>
<h3>Rebounding</h3>
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<div class="advantage">Akron Zips</div>
<p> have a slight advantage in total rebounding with 36.23, while Toledo Rockets have a total rebounding of 34.96. However, this may not be a significant factor in determining the winner of the game.</p>
<h3>Shooting Percentage</h3>
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<div class="advantage">Toledo Rockets</div>
<p> have a higher shooting percentage differential of 2.58 compared to Akron Zips' 0.93. This indicates a better ability to score efficiently, which may be a crucial factor in deciding the outcome of the game.</p>
<h2>Betting Trends</h2>
<h3>Toledo Rockets</h3>
<p>Toledo Rockets have been dominant at home, as they have won their last five games in a row at home, with a 5-0 record against the spread (ATS). Moreover, the total has gone over in five of their last seven games at home. Toledo has also had success against Akron Zips, winning 11 out of the last 14 games both straight up (SU) and ATS when playing against them. Additionally, the total has gone over in five of their last six games when playing against Akron. When playing at home against Akron, Toledo is 5-2 ATS and 6-1 SU, and the total has gone under in four of their last six games.</p>
<h3>Akron Zips</h3>
<p>Akron Zips have had mixed results when playing on the road, with a 5-1 SU record in their last six games on the road, but only a 3-6-1 record ATS in their last ten games. The total has gone under in four of their last five games on the road. Against Toledo, Akron has struggled, losing 11 out of the last 14 games both SU and ATS. Additionally, the total has gone over in five of their last six games when playing against Toledo. When playing on the road against Toledo, Akron is 2-5 ATS and 1-6 SU, and the total has gone under in four of their last six games.</p>
<h2>Injuries</h2>
<h3>Akron Zips</h3>
<p>M. Dawson, a guard, is out for the season due to an Achilles injury, which is a significant loss for Akron Zips.</p>
<h3>Toledo Rockets</h3>
<p>There are no reported injuries for Toledo Rockets.</p>
Akron Zips at Toledo Rockers Pick ATS 2/21/23
Tastically, the Toledo Rockets seem to have an edge over Akron Zips in various categories, including shooting percentage, assists-to-turnovers ratio, and a better overall record. However, the Akron Zips have a slight advantage in total rebounding. I'll back the home side here and lay the points. Take Toledo -4