Kansas City at New Mexico: Box Score Simulation

Thursday Dec 22, 2011 9:00 pm - Albuquerque, NM
Odds: New Mexico by 22, Total Points: 132

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NOTE: This model has not been backtested for historical accuracy (which is why we do not include it on other prediction pages throughout the site). We publish it in large part to give an idea of stylistic trends that can be expected (fast/slow, one team dominating the boards and the other shooting a lot of threes, etc). To see our best prediction for the winner and final score of the game, please see the matchup overview page.

Box Score Projection

Scoring KC UNM
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Shooting KC UNM
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Field Goals Attempted 58.5 57.2
Field Goal % 35.9% 47.9%
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2 Pointers Attempted 33.1 40.8
2 Point Shooting % 41.8% 54.6%
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3 Pointers Attempted 25.5 16.4
3 Point Shooting % 28.1% 31.3%
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Free Throws Attempted 17.3 27.6
Free Throw % 72.1% 72.6%
Ball Control KC UNM
Rebounds 34.6 39.0
Rebounds - Defensive 24.4 29.5
Rebounds - Offensive 10.2 9.5
Turnovers 13.7 8.9
Blocked Shots 4.0 4.8
Steals 4.6 7.9
Fouls 18.8 14.7

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Expected Effect: +0.5 points
Our simulation model uses tempo-free statistics to project a detailed box score for this game. This analysis also indicates which team (if any) is expected to gain a relative advantage based on the specific matchup of paces and playing styles.

NOTE: Our simulation model assumes a neutral court setting.

Tempo-Free Projection

Possession Stats KC UNM
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% of Possessions with KC UNM
2 Point Attempt 39.0% 48.7%
3 Point Attempt 30.0% 19.5%
Player Fouled 20.2% 25.8%
Turnover 18.8% 12.2%
Opponent Steal 10.8% 6.3%
Odds Per Shot Taken KC UNM
Shot Blocked 8.6% 7.0%
Offensive Rebound 25.6% 28.0%