Hartford Hawks at UMBC Retrievers ATS Prediction 03/12/19

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The UMBC Retrievers (20-12, 12-5 AmEast) will be in the America East Conference Tourney at UMBC Event Center when they clash with the Hartford Hawks (18-14, 11-6 AmEast). The game starts at 7 p.m. ET on Tuesday, March 12, 2019.

Hartford Hawks vs. UMBC Retrievers Betting Odds

Both teams were victorious over their last opponent. The Retrievers defeated the Albany Great Danes 62-54, while the Hawks beat the UMass Lowell River Hawks 78-70.

Hartford played a flawless game. They had a phenomenal offensive rebounding percentage of 38.2 (above their season average of 25.5) and a free throw rate of 0.232 (matching their season average). UMass Lowell put up marks of 30.0 and 0.208, respectively, for those same stats. Meanwhile, UMBC dominated nearly every stat category in their game. They had an offensive rebounding percentage of 21.4 (below their season average of 25.8) and a free throw rate of 0.271 (above their season average of 0.202). Albany had marks of 13.0 and 0.178, respectively, for those same stats. UMBC received a boost from KJ Jackson, who finished with 11 points. John Carroll played a pivotal role for Hartford with 17 points and 13 rebounds.

It could be a tough game for Hartford on the offensive glass. The Hawks are among the nation’s elite on the offensive glass, ranking 265th in offensive rebounding percentage at 25.9 percent. Meanwhile, UMBC ranks 30th in the country at corralling defensive rebounds with a defensive rebounding percentage of 75.6 percent.

Hartford Hawks vs. UMBC Retrievers Pick

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

Betting Notes:

  • Hartford averages 25.5 three pointers per game, which ranks 55th in the nation. UMBC ranks 257th in three pointers allowed per game (25.7).
  • The Retrievers rank 215th in rebounds per game (33.5) while the Hawks rank 258th (31.8).
  • The Retrievers rank 29th in blocks allowed per game (2.5) while the Hawks rank 118th (3.5).
  • UMBC ranks 26th in steals per game (7.9) while Hartford ranks 80th (6.8).

Bettings Trends:

  • The Hawks’ average margin of victory in their last five games has been 5.4, up from 2.3 for the season.
  • During their last five games, the Retrievers have scored an average of 64.2 points per game (3.2 below their season average) and allowed an average of 65.0 points per game (1.7 above their season average).