Nebraska at Minnesota: Box Score Simulation

Saturday Mar 3, 2012 12:30 pm - Minneapolis, MN
Odds: Minnesota by 8.5, Total Points: 120.5

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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 NEB MINN
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Shooting NEB MINN
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Field Goals Attempted 59.6 59.9
Field Goal % 46.3% 42.8%
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2 Pointers Attempted 36.4 32.0
2 Point Shooting % 50.1% 50.6%
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3 Pointers Attempted 23.2 27.9
3 Point Shooting % 40.2% 33.8%
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Free Throws Attempted 17.8 17.9
Free Throw % 75.3% 68.4%
Ball Control NEB MINN
Rebounds 35.7 35.8
Rebounds - Defensive 26.9 25.3
Rebounds - Offensive 8.8 10.5
Turnovers 9.7 10.1
Blocked Shots 2.3 4.4
Steals 6.1 5.8
Fouls 13.2 13.3

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Expected Effect: +0.4 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 NEB MINN
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% of Possessions with NEB MINN
2 Point Attempt 44.8% 38.9%
3 Point Attempt 28.5% 33.9%
Player Fouled 18.8% 18.6%
Turnover 13.7% 14.3%
Opponent Steal 8.2% 8.6%
Odds Per Shot Taken NEB MINN
Shot Blocked 7.4% 4.0%
Offensive Rebound 25.8% 28.1%