Michigan at Penn St: Box Score Simulation

Tuesday Feb 12, 2019 8:30 pm - University Park, PA
Odds: Michigan by 7.5, Total Points: 128.5

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 MICH PSU
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Shooting MICH PSU
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Field Goals Attempted 54.6 59.8
Field Goal % 44.9% 45.9%
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2 Pointers Attempted 35.9 38.7
2 Point Shooting % 52.0% 51.7%
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3 Pointers Attempted 18.8 21.1
3 Point Shooting % 31.2% 35.3%
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Free Throws Attempted 21.8 20.2
Free Throw % 70.8% 74.9%
Ball Control MICH PSU
Rebounds 36.7 32.0
Rebounds - Defensive 26.5 23.3
Rebounds - Offensive 10.3 8.6
Turnovers 14.0 8.8
Blocked Shots 2.8 3.8
Steals 3.9 8.6
Fouls 15.7 16.3

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Expected Effect: +0.1 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 MICH PSU
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% of Possessions with MICH PSU
2 Point Attempt 42.7% 47.3%
3 Point Attempt 22.4% 25.8%
Player Fouled 22.7% 21.7%
Turnover 19.4% 12.2%
Opponent Steal 11.9% 5.4%
Odds Per Shot Taken MICH PSU
Shot Blocked 6.5% 5.3%
Offensive Rebound 30.6% 24.6%