The North Florida Ospreys (11-16, 5-7 Asun) will be at the Wellness and Events Center to go head-to-head against the NJIT Highlanders (18-8, 6-5 Asun) in an Asun matchup. Action gets underway at 4 p.m. ET on Saturday, February 16, 2019.
North Florida Ospreys at NJIT Highlanders ATS Odds
In their last outing, the Highlanders lost a winnable game to the FGCU Eagles, 57-55, while the Ospreys dismantled the Kennesaw State Owls, 80-57.
North Florida dominated nearly every facet of the game. They had an extraordinary offensive rebounding percentage of 52.1 (above their season average of 30.2) and a turnover percentage of 12.6 (better than their season average of 20.1). Kennesaw State put up marks of 34.1 and 18.5, respectively, for those same stats. NJIT, on the other hand, had a much better turnover percentage (11.7 vs. 17.8). NJIT rallied around Abdul Lewis, who finished with 16 points and nine rebounds. Noah Horchler had a good outing for North Florida, contributing 16 points and 13 rebounds.
In their first matchup this season, Lewis led the Highlanders to a 76-72 win. He recorded a double-double with 24 points and 18 rebounds. NJIT’s free throw rate was their biggest advantage over North Florida. The Highlanders had a rate of 0.300, while the Ospreys posted a mark of 0.136.
North Florida might struggle to put up points as they clash against one of the nation’s best defenses. NJIT ranks 45th in defensive efficiency while the Ospreys rank 247th in offensive efficiency.
North Florida Ospreys at NJIT Highlanders Free Pick
College Basketball Pick: SU Winner – NJIT, ATS Winner – NJIT, O/U – Over
Betting Notes:
- North Florida ranks 29th in assists per game (16.0) while NJIT ranks 244th (10.9).
- The Ospreys rank 12th in blocks per game (5.1) while the Highlanders rank 148th (2.8).
- NJIT ranks 105th in steals per game (6.6) while North Florida ranks 207th in steals allowed per game (9.9).
- The Ospreys rank 24th in three pointers attempted per game (27.3) while the Highlanders rank 212th (20.7).
- North Florida averages 38.0 rebounds per game, which ranks 49th in the country. NJIT ranks 198th in rebounds allowed per game (36.2).
Bettings Trends:
- The Highlanders have been outscored by an average of 1.0 point in their last five games. On the season, NJIT has defeated opponents by an average of 3.5 points.
- During their last five games, the Ospreys have scored an average of 72.2 points per game (3.7 below their season average) and allowed an average of 78.2 points per game (0.4 below their season average).
