Iowa at Nebraska: Box Score Simulation

Wednesday Feb 29, 2012 9:00 pm - Lincoln, NE
Odds: Nebraska by 2, Total Points: 134

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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 IOWA NEB
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Shooting IOWA NEB
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Field Goals Attempted 64.0 61.3
Field Goal % 44.7% 47.2%
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2 Pointers Attempted 40.7 34.9
2 Point Shooting % 50.5% 53.5%
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3 Pointers Attempted 23.3 26.4
3 Point Shooting % 34.5% 38.8%
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Free Throws Attempted 19.1 20.8
Free Throw % 77.4% 76.0%
Ball Control IOWA NEB
Rebounds 35.7 36.9
Rebounds - Defensive 25.6 27.6
Rebounds - Offensive 10.2 9.3
Turnovers 8.6 10.0
Blocked Shots 4.3 2.3
Steals 5.7 5.3
Fouls 13.9 13.9

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Expected Effect: +0.3 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 IOWA NEB
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% of Possessions with IOWA NEB
2 Point Attempt 47.8% 41.0%
3 Point Attempt 27.3% 31.1%
Player Fouled 18.8% 18.8%
Turnover 11.5% 13.4%
Opponent Steal 7.2% 7.6%
Odds Per Shot Taken IOWA NEB
Shot Blocked 3.8% 6.7%
Offensive Rebound 26.9% 26.7%