A five-game home winning streak hangs in the balance for the Robert Morris Colonials (12-9, 7-1 NEC) when they welcome the Saint Francis U Red Flash (8-11, 4-4 NEC) to UPMC Events Center. Action starts at 7 p.m. ET on Thursday, January 31, 2019.
Saint Francis U Red Flash at Robert Morris Colonials Betting Odds
Both teams were victorious in their last game. The Colonials defeated the Wagner Seahawks 57-51, while the Red Flash edged the Sacred Heart Pioneers 79-78.
The Red Flash had an absurdly low turnover percentage of 8.4 (better than their season average of 16.0) and had a better offensive rebounding percentage (33.3 vs. 28.6). The Colonials, on the other hand, had an extraordinary offensive rebounding percentage of 47.4 (above their season average of 28.8) and had a turnover percentage of 18.0 (better than their season average of 19.2). Matty McConnell was a key piece for Robert Morris with eight points and 12 rebounds. Keith Braxton had a good outing for Saint Francis U, putting up 15 points, eight rebounds and eight assists.
The Red Flash dominated this series last year, winning both games. In the most recent matchup, Saint Francis U won 80-60. The Red Flash’s 10.8 turnover percentage was their biggest advantage over the Colonials, who had a rate of 20.6. This will be the first matchup of the year between these two teams.
Saint Francis U might have trouble scoring as they clash against one of the nation’s best defenses. Robert Morris currently ranks 71st in defensive efficiency, while the Red Flash rank 173rd in offensive efficiency.
Saint Francis U Red Flash at Robert Morris Colonials Pick
Pick: SU Winner – Robert Morris, ATS Winner – Robert Morris, O/U – Over
Betting Notes:
- Saint Francis U ranks 47th in rebounds per game (38.5) while Robert Morris ranks 242nd (33.3).
- The Colonials rank 36th in steals per game (7.9) while the Red Flash rank 79th (7.0).
- Robert Morris ranks 125th in blocks per game (3.0) while Saint Francis U ranks 157th in blocks allowed per game (4.3).
- The Colonials rank 51st in assists allowed per game (11.5) while the Red Flash rank 227th (15.2).
- Robert Morris ranks 38th in three pointers allowed per game (19.2) while Saint Francis U ranks 203rd (23.9).
Bettings Trends:
- During their last five games, the Colonials have scored an average of 70.2 points per game (1.2 above their season average) and allowed an average of 63.8 points per game (2.4 below their season average).
- The Red Flash’s average margin of defeat in their last five games has been 1.0, down from 2.2 for the season.
