The Elon Phoenix (8-17, 4-8 CAA) will be at Matthews Arena to go head-to-head against the Northeastern Huskies (14-9, 8-3 CAA) in a CAA matchup. The game starts at 4 p.m. ET on Saturday, February 9, 2019.
Elon Phoenix vs. Northeastern Huskies ATS Odds
In their last outing, the Huskies beat the William & Mary Tribe, 72-60, while the Phoenix got blown out by the Hofstra Pride, 102-61.
Northeastern dominated nearly every facet of the game. They had a great free throw rate of 0.315 (above their season average of 0.276) and a turnover percentage of 14.9 (better than their season average of 15.9). William & Mary recorded marks of 0.118 and 26.8, respectively, for those same stats. Elon, on the other hand, held Hofstra to an offensive rebounding percentage of 7.4 (below their season average of 28.6). Northeastern was lifted by Vasa Pusica, who had 19 points, seven rebounds and seven assists. Meanwhile, Kris Wooten had a good outing for Elon, recording 18 points.
In their first matchup this season, Donnell Gresham Jr. led the Huskies to an 81-70 victory. He recorded a double-double with 11 points and 10 rebounds. The Huskies’ turnover percentage was their largest advantage over the Phoenix. Northeastern had a rate of 11.2, while Elon posted a mark of 18.8.
Northeastern could have their way on the offensive side of the ball as their productive offense goes up against one of the worst defenses in the nation. The Huskies currently rank 51st in offensive efficiency, while Elon ranks 332nd in defensive efficiency. Also, the Phoenix, who rank 319th in offensive rebounding percentage (23.7 percent), could have a tough time getting put-back points against the Huskies, who rank 60th in defensive rebounding percentage (74.8 percent).
Elon Phoenix vs. Northeastern Huskies Betting Pick
Prediction: SU Winner – Northeastern, ATS Winner – Elon, O/U – Over
Betting Notes:
- Northeastern ranks 36th in rebounds allowed per game (31.8) while Elon ranks 215th (36.5).
- The Huskies rank 110th in steals per game (6.4) while the Phoenix rank 173rd in steals allowed per game (7.2).
- Elon allows the second-fewest blocks per game (1.8) while Northeastern ranks 15th (2.3).
- The Huskies rank 87th in three pointers allowed per game (21.0) while the Phoenix rank 229th (24.7).
- Northeastern ranks 98th in assists per game (14.3) while Elon ranks 192nd in assists allowed per game (14.3).
Bettings Trends:
- The Huskies’ average margin of victory in their last five games has been 10.0, up from 3.8 for the season.
- During their last five games, the Phoenix have scored an average of 64.6 points per game (4.6 below their season average) and allowed an average of 75.8 points per game (0.6 below their season average).
