Liberty Flames at NJIT Highlanders Betting Prediction 03/01/19

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The NJIT Highlanders (20-10, 8-7 Asun) welcome the Liberty Flames (24-6, 13-2 Asun) to Wellness and Events Center as the regular season comes to an end. The game is scheduled to start at 7 p.m. ET on Friday, March 1, 2019.

Liberty Flames at NJIT Highlanders ATS Odds

In their last game, the Highlanders lost to the Lipscomb Bisons, 81-77, while the Flames defeated the Kennesaw State Owls, 76-59.

The Flames made 11 of their 13 free throws (84.6 percent) and had an effective field goal percentage of 0.613 (above their season average of 0.572). NJIT, on the other hand, did a great job of converting from the free throw line (16-20; 80.0 percent). NJIT was led by Abdul Lewis, who had 18 points and 11 rebounds. Meanwhile, Caleb Homesley was a key piece for Liberty with 15 points and nine rebounds.

In their first matchup this year, James led the Flames to a 77-57 win. He registered a double-double with 16 points and 10 rebounds. Converting at the free throw line was one of Liberty’s biggest advantages. They were 10-11 (90.9 percent), while the Highlanders were just 4-6 (66.7 percent).

The offense of NJIT (233rd in the NCAA with an offensive efficiency of 102.8) will go head-to-head against the top-notch defense of Liberty (12th in the NCAA with a defensive efficiency of 93.2). The Flames figure to have the edge on that side of the ball.

Liberty Flames at NJIT Highlanders Free Pick

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

Betting Notes:

  • Liberty ranks 48th in assists per game (15.2) while NJIT ranks 244th (11.0).
  • The Flames rank 50th in blocks allowed per game (2.7) while the Highlanders rank 126th (3.5).
  • Liberty ranks 46th in steals allowed per game (5.4) while NJIT ranks 63rd (5.7).
  • The Flames rank 13th in rebounds allowed per game (30.7) while the Highlanders rank 179th (35.6).
  • Liberty ranks 69th in three pointers attempted per game (25.0) while NJIT ranks 228th (20.3).

Bettings Trends:

  • During their last five games, the Highlanders have scored an average of 70.8 points per game (0.1 above their season average) and allowed an average of 70.4 points per game (2.9 above their season average).
  • The Flames’ average margin of victory in their last five games has been 7.4, down from 13.9 for the season.