
Kingpin.pro's Expert Picks: Prediction for Texas A&M vs Tennessee Game
- Kingpin
- Feb 21, 2023, 4:36:42 PM
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In this article, we will be providing our analysis and prediction for the upcoming game between the Texas A&M Aggies and the Tennessee Volunteers. We will be using our expertise to determine which team is expected to cover the spread, as well as providing insight into the matchup and betting trends.
Texas A&M:
The Texas A&M Aggies have been on a hot streak lately, winning 8 of their last 10 games. They are currently 20-7 overall and 12-2 in conference play, which has helped them secure a spot in the top 25 rankings. The Aggies are known for their strong defense, which has allowed them to hold opponents to an average of 66.3 points per game.
Offensively, the Aggies have been led by Wade Taylor IV, who is averaging 15.6 points per game while shooting 41.0% from the field. Tyrece Radford has also been a key contributor, averaging 14.0 points per game over the last 10 games.
At home, the Aggies have been nearly unbeatable, with a 13-1 record on their home court. They average 74.3 points per game while outscoring opponents by 8.4 points per game. The Aggies' strong defense and home court advantage make them a formidable opponent for any team.
Tennessee:
The Tennessee Volunteers have also had a strong season, currently sitting at 20-7 overall and 9-5 in conference play. They are ranked No. 11 in the country and have been a consistent presence in the top 25 rankings all season.
The Volunteers are led by Santiago Vescovi, who averages 12.5 points per game while shooting 35.8% from beyond the arc. Zakai Zeigler has also been a key contributor, averaging 11.3 points per game over the past 10 games.
Defensively, the Volunteers have been strong on the boards, averaging 24.9 defensive rebounds per game. They are third in the SEC in this category, with Josiah-Jordan James leading the team with an average of 4.1 defensive rebounds per game.
Matchup:
This will be the first meeting between the two teams in conference play this season. The Texas A&M Aggies have been strong at home, with a 13-1 record on their home court, while the Tennessee Volunteers have been solid on the road, with a 6-3 record away from home.
The key matchup to watch will be between the Aggies' strong defense and the Volunteers' solid offense. The Aggies have been able to hold opponents to an average of 66.3 points per game, while the Volunteers have been averaging 67.1 points per game over their last 10 games. If the Aggies' defense can continue to stifle the Volunteers' offense, they will have a good chance of covering the spread.
Betting Trends:
The Texas A&M Aggies have been a solid betting option this season, with a record of 16-10 against the spread. They have also covered thespread in 5 of their last 6 games. On the other hand, the Tennessee Volunteers have not been as strong against the spread, with a record of 12-15-0. However, they have covered the spread in 3 of their last 5 games.
The over/under for this game is set at 128.5, and both teams have been trending towards the under in their recent games. The under has hit in 8 of the Aggies' last 10 games, while it has hit in 7 of the Volunteers' last 10 games.
Prediction:
This should be a tightly contested game between two strong teams. The Texas A&M Aggies have been playing very well lately, especially at home, where they have only lost once all season. Their strong defense and home court advantage should give them the edge in this game.
The Tennessee Volunteers have been solid on the road this season, but they have not been as strong against the spread. They will need to find a way to break through the Aggies' defense if they want to cover the spread in this game.
In the end, we predict that the Texas A&M Aggies will cover the spread in this game. Their strong defense and home court advantage should be enough to hold off the Tennessee Volunteers and secure the win.
Pick: Texas A&M to cover the spread (-1)