The Delaware State Hornets (5-22, 2-12 MEAC) close out their home schedule at Memorial Hall against the Norfolk State Spartans (18-11, 13-1 MEAC). Action begins at 7:30 p.m. ET on Monday, March 4, 2019.
Norfolk State Spartans vs. Delaware State Hornets ATS Odds
In their last matchup, the Hornets got blown out by the Morgan State Bears, 76-58, while the Spartans dismantled the Coppin State Eagles, 72-38.
Norfolk State played a perfect game. They had a free throw rate of 0.194 (below their season average of 0.275) and an effective field goal percentage of 0.484 (below their season average of 0.514). Coppin State was 0.102 and 0.271, respectively, for those same stats. Delaware State, meanwhile, had an offensive rebounding percentage of 39.4 (above their season average of 28.1). Kevin Larkin had a good game for Delaware State, contributing 12 points and eight rebounds. Steven Whitley, meanwhile was a key piece for Norfolk State with 11 points, seven rebounds and six assists.
In their first matchup this year, Derrik Jamerson Jr. led the Spartans to a 77-63 victory. He recorded 21 points and six rebounds. Norfolk State’s 0.327 free throw rate was their largest strength over Delaware State, who had a mark of 0.085.
The ineffective offense of Delaware State (352nd in the nation with an offensive efficiency of 87.4) will face off against the top-notch defense of Norfolk State (37th in the nation with a defensive efficiency of 95.7). The Spartans figure to have the advantage on that end of the court. Additionally, the Spartans are among the nation’s best at getting to the line, ranking 51st in free throw attempt (FTA) rate (0.272). The Hornets, meanhwile, rank 283rd in opponents’ FTA rate (0.260).
Norfolk State at Delaware State Betting Pick
Prediction: SU Winner – Norfolk State, ATS Winner – Norfolk State, O/U – Under
Betting Notes:
- Norfolk State ranks 13th in steals allowed per game (4.9) while Delaware State ranks 179th (7.0).
- The Hornets average 25.7 three pointers per game, which ranks 52nd in the NCAA. The Spartans rank 204th in three pointers allowed per game (23.7).
- Norfolk State ranks 132nd in assists allowed per game (12.9) while Delaware State ranks 259th (15.6).
- The Spartans rank 36th in blocks per game (4.4) while the Hornets rank 201st (2.1).
- Norfolk State averages 35.8 rebounds per game, which ranks 135th in the NCAA. Delaware State ranks 296th in rebounds allowed per game (41.6).
Bettings Trends:
- During their last five games, the Spartans have scored an average of 72.8 points per game (1.1 below their season average) and allowed an average of 59.0 points per game (9.7 below their season average).
- The Hornets’ average margin of defeat in their last five games has been 15.8, up from 14.3 for the season.
