The James Madison Dukes (14-18, 7-12 CAA) go head-to-head against the Hofstra Pride (25-6, 15-3 CAA) in the Colonial Conference Tourney at North Charleston Coliseum. The game is scheduled to start at 12 p.m. ET on Sunday, March 10, 2019.
James Madison Dukes vs. Hofstra Pride Betting Odds
Both teams were triumphant in their last game. The Pride won big over the Delaware Fightin’ Blue Hens 92-70, while the Dukes edged the Towson Tigers 74-73.
The Dukes forced 17 turnovers and had a free throw rate of 0.396 (above their season average of 0.236). The Pride, meanwhile, made 18 of their 20 free throws (90.0 percent) and had an offensive rebounding percentage of 41.7 (above their season average of 27.4). Hofstra’s Jacquil Taylor played well, finishing with 10 points and 13 rebounds. Meanwhile, Dwight Wilson played a key role for James Madison with 26 points and seven rebounds.
Hofstra could dominate on the offensive side of the ball as their productive offense faces off against one of the NCAA’s worst defenses. The Pride rank second in offensive efficiency, while James Madison ranks 304th in defensive efficiency.
James Madison vs. Hofstra Pick
Basketball Tip: SU Winner – Hofstra, ATS Winner – Hofstra, O/U – Over
Betting Notes:
- Hofstra averages 14.4 assists per game, which ranks 83rd in the nation. James Madison ranks 189th in assists allowed per game (14.0).
- The Pride are eighth in the NCAA with 4.6 steals allowed per game while the Dukes are 58th with 5.7 steals allowed per game.
- Hofstra ranks 36th in blocks allowed per game (2.6) while James Madison ranks 71st (3.0).
Bettings Trends:
- The Dukes’ average margin of defeat in their last five games has been 5.8, up from 2.4 for the season.
- During their last five games, the Pride have scored an average of 88.2 points per game (3.9 above their season average) and allowed an average of 84.0 points per game (11.5 above their season average).
