Johnson and Bradley Braves to Visit Evansville Purple Aces
The Bradley Braves are set to face off against the Evansville Purple Aces in an exciting Missouri Valley Conference (MVC) matchup on Tuesday in Evansville, Indiana. The game is scheduled to tip off at 8 p.m. EST.
Game Overview
- Teams: Bradley Braves vs. Evansville Purple Aces
- Date: Tuesday
- Location: Evansville, Indiana
- Time: 8 p.m. EST
Current Records
- Bradley Braves: 12 wins, 6 losses (5-2 MVC)
- Evansville Purple Aces: 5 wins, 13 losses (1-6 MVC)
Betting Information
- Point Spread: Braves -6.5
- Over/Under: 143.5
Team Performance
Evansville struggles at home with a record of 3-6 this season. The team ranks ninth in the MVC, averaging 13.2 assists per game. Leif Moeller leads the Purple Aces in assists, averaging 3.9 per game.
The Braves, on the other hand, are performing well against MVC teams, standing at 5-2 in conference play. They rank sixth in the MVC for three-point shooting, hitting 34.9% of their attempts.
Scoring Analysis
Evansville averages 67.0 points per game, while Bradley allows an average of 71.2 points. Conversely, Bradley scores 78.2 points per game, which is 5.6 points higher than the 72.6 points that Evansville’s opponents typically score.
Top Players
- Evansville Purple Aces:
- Leif Moeller: 7.8 points, 3.9 assists per game
- Bradley Braves:
- AJ Casey: 13.6 points, 5.3 rebounds, shooting 58.2% in the last 10 games
- Alex Huibregtse: 11.7 points, shooting 41.0% from three
- Jaquan Johnson: 15.4 points, shooting 43.4% in the last 10 games
Recent Performance
Last 10 Games
| Team | Record | Points Per Game | Field Goal Percentage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Purple Aces | 2-8 | 64.8 | 41.9% |
| Braves | 8-2 | 80.3 | 42.9% |
This matchup marks the first meeting of the season between Bradley and Evansville in conference play. The Braves will look to continue their strong performance while the Purple Aces aim to improve their standing within the MVC.
