Kansas vs. Kentucky: Box Score Simulation

Tuesday Nov 15, 2011 9:30 pm - New York, NY (Neutral Site)
Odds: Kentucky by 6, Total Points: 146

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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 KU UK
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Shooting KU UK
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Field Goals Attempted 62.7 63.2
Field Goal % 46.0% 44.7%
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2 Pointers Attempted 43.9 37.5
2 Point Shooting % 51.3% 47.5%
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3 Pointers Attempted 18.9 25.6
3 Point Shooting % 33.6% 40.6%
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Free Throws Attempted 20.8 18.1
Free Throw % 72.6% 78.4%
Ball Control KU UK
Rebounds 37.9 35.7
Rebounds - Defensive 28.9 27.8
Rebounds - Offensive 9.0 7.9
Turnovers 10.2 10.1
Blocked Shots 3.4 4.6
Steals 6.4 7.0
Fouls 13.4 14.5

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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 KU UK
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% of Possessions with KU UK
2 Point Attempt 50.5% 44.0%
3 Point Attempt 21.7% 30.1%
Player Fouled 19.1% 17.6%
Turnover 13.5% 13.3%
Opponent Steal 9.2% 8.4%
Odds Per Shot Taken KU UK
Shot Blocked 7.5% 5.6%
Offensive Rebound 24.4% 21.5%