The Albany Great Danes (0-1) get their home schedule started at SEFCU Arena against the Boston University Terriers (2-1). Action starts at 7:30 p.m. ET on Wednesday, November 14, 2018.
Boston University Terriers vs. Albany Great Danes Betting Odds
In their last outing, the Great Danes were beaten by the Iona Gaels, 72-68, while the Terriers dismantled the Emerson Lions, 94-57.
Boston University played a nearly perfect game. They had an extraordinary offensive rebounding percentage of 38.2 and an effective field goal percentage of 0.620. For those same stats, Emerson was 21.3 and 0.360, respectively. Albany, meanwhile, had a much better offensive rebounding percentage (35.1 vs. 27.8). Albany received a boost from Devonte Campbell, who recorded 17 points and 10 rebounds. Jack Hemphill, meanwhile had a good outing for Boston University, recording 14 points and 12 rebounds.
The Great Danes won the lone contest between these two teams last year, 88-74. Getting to the charity stripe was one of Albany’s largest strengths. They made 29 trips to the line, while Boston University went just 11 times.
The high-octane offense of Albany will face off against the mid-tier defense of Boston University. Since last season, the Great Danes rank 70th in offensive efficiency, while the Terriers are 201st in defensive efficiency. The Great Danes figure to have the edge on that side of the ball. Also, the Terriers rank 298th in free throw attempt (FTA) rate (0.202), while the Great Danes rank 48th in opponents’ FTA rate (0.198).
Boston University Terriers vs. Albany Great Danes Free Pick
College Basketball Pick: SU Winner – Boston University, ATS Winner – Boston University, O/U – Under
Betting Notes (2017-Present):
- Boston University ranks 61st in steals per game (7.1) while Albany ranks 274th (4.5).
- The Terriers rank 246th in three pointers attempted per game (19.8) while the Great Danes rank 319th (15.9).
- Boston University averages 13.6 assists per game, which ranks 156th in the nation. Albany ranks 164th in assists allowed per game (13.6).
- The Terriers rank 97th in blocks allowed per game (3.0) while the Great Danes rank 236th (4.2).
- Albany ranks eighth in rebounds allowed per game (30.2) while Boston University ranks 92nd (33.5).
