Loyola Maryland Greyhounds vs. Navy Midshipmen Free Prediction 02/02/19

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The Loyola Maryland Greyhounds (8-14, 4-5 Pat) will be at Alumni Hall to challenge the Navy Midshipmen (6-14, 3-6 Pat) in a Pat matchup. The game begins at 2 p.m. ET on Saturday, February 2, 2019.

Loyola Maryland Greyhounds at Navy Midshipmen Betting Odds

Both teams lost in their last contest. The Midshipmen fell to the Bucknell Bison, 69-57, while the Greyhounds were defeated by the American University Eagles, 74-68.

Loyola Maryland had a much better offensive rebounding percentage (32.1 vs. 25.9) while Navy had a turnover percentage of 13.0 (better than their season average of 18.2). Navy was lifted by Evan Wieck, who put up 12 points. KaVaughn Scott played a pivotal role for Loyola Maryland with 13 points and 11 rebounds.

This series was highly competitive last year. Each won one of the two games played against each other last season. The Midshipmen won the last contest 62-56. Navy’s free throw rate was their largest strength over Loyola Maryland. The Midshipmen had a rate of 0.211, while the Greyhounds posted a mark of 0.068. This is the first time these teams will battle this year.

Navy figures to have an advantage on the offensive glass in this matchup. The Midshipmen currently rank 63rd in offensive rebounding percentage (32.8 percent), while Loyola Maryland ranks 217th in defensive rebounding percentage (71.2 percent).

Loyola Maryland Greyhounds vs. Navy Midshipmen Free Pick

Free College Basketball Pick: SU Winner – Navy, ATS Winner – Navy, O/U – Over

Betting Notes:

  • Navy ranks 73rd in rebounds per game (37.7) while Loyola Maryland ranks 256th (32.8).
  • The Midshipmen rank 186th in three pointers attempted per game (21.3) while the Greyhounds rank 256th (19.0).
  • The Greyhounds rank 29th in steals per game (8.1) while the Midshipmen rank 195th (5.0).
  • Loyola Maryland ranks 132nd in assists per game (13.7) while Navy ranks 238th in assists allowed per game (15.8).

Bettings Trends:

  • The Greyhounds have outscored opponents by an average of 1.6 points in their last five games. On the season, Loyola Maryland has lost by an average of 5.8 points.
  • During their last five games, the Midshipmen have scored an average of 68.2 points per game (3.8 above their season average) and allowed an average of 74.4 points per game (1.9 above their season average).