Dayton Flyers at Davidson Wildcats Betting Prediction 02/19/19

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Don’t expect a fast-paced game when the Dayton Flyers (16-9, 8-4 A10) visit Davidson to take on the Wildcats (19-6, 10-2 A10). The game starts at 6 p.m. ET on Tuesday, February 19, 2019, and will air on CBS Sports Network.

Dayton Flyers at Davidson Wildcats ATS Odds

In their last contest, the Wildcats were victorious over the Saint Joseph’s Hawks, 80-72, while the Flyers lost a tough one against the VCU Rams, 69-68.

The Wildcats, who came into the game averaging an effective field goal percentage of 0.530, had a phenomenal mark of 0.609 and had a free throw rate of 0.236 (above their season average of 0.204). Dayton, meanwhile, had a free throw rate of 0.220 (above their season average of 0.211). Davidson received a boost from Jon Axel Gudmundsson, who finished with 21 points, seven assists and six rebounds. Ryan Mikesell, meanwhile was a key piece for Dayton with 22 points.

The Flyers won the sole game between these two teams last year, 65-64. Making free throws was one of Dayton’s biggest advantages. They were 9-11 (81.8 percent), while the Wildcats were just 4-6 (66.7 percent). This is the first time these teams will battle this year.

Half-court execution will be at a premium when a pair of the nation’s slowest-paced teams battle. Davidson currently ranks 318th in possessions per game (66.4) and Dayton is 303rd (66.7). Furthermore, the Flyers’ 20th-ranked offense (effective field goal percentage of 0.560) will go head-to-head against the Wildcats’ 57th-ranked defense (effective field goal percentage allowed of 0.475).

Dayton Flyers vs. Davidson Wildcats Pick

Prediction: SU Winner – Dayton, ATS Winner – Dayton, O/U – Under

Betting Notes:

  • Davidson ranks 26th in three pointers attempted per game (27.1) while Dayton ranks 258th (19.0).
  • The Wildcats allow the 19th-fewest steals per game (5.0) while the Flyers rank 29th (5.2).
  • The Flyers rank 16th in assists per game (16.7) while the Wildcats rank 111th in assists allowed per game (12.7).
  • Davidson ranks third in blocks allowed per game (2.0) while Dayton ranks 69th (3.0).

Bettings Trends:

  • The Flyers’ average margin of victory in their last five games has been 6.0, down from 6.6 for the season.
  • During their last five games, the Wildcats have scored an average of 70.6 points per game (0.7 below their season average) and allowed an average of 62.8 points per game (2.3 below their season average).