The undefeated Liberty Flames (4-0) hope to remain perfect when they square off with the Navy Midshipmen (2-1) at Vines Center. The game starts at 7 p.m. ET on Tuesday, November 19, 2019.
Navy Midshipmen at Liberty Flames ATS Odds
Both teams had no trouble getting past their last opponent. The Flames defeated the East Carolina Pirates 77-57, while the Midshipmen beat the Washington College Shoremen 87-56.
Navy dominated every facet of the game. They had a free throw rate of 0.268 and an offensive rebounding percentage of 35.5. For those same stats, Washington College put up marks of 0.088 and 16.2, respectively. The Flames, meanwhile, had a superb effective field goal percentage of 0.573 (above their season average of 0.552) and had an offensive rebounding percentage of 36.4 (above their season average of 28.0). Liberty received a boost from Caleb Homesley, who had 25 points and nine rebounds. Meanwhile, John Carter Jr. played well for Navy, recording 17 points.
The Flames won the sole game between these two teams last year, 76-58. One of Liberty’s biggest advantages was their ability to convert at the free throw line. They were 15-18 (83.3 percent), while the Midshipmen were just 8-13 (61.5 percent).
Liberty could have their way on the offensive side of the ball as their high-octane offense faces off against one of the NCAA’s worst defenses. Since the 2018-19 season, the Flames rank 16th in offensive efficiency, while Navy ranks 265th in defensive efficiency. Also, the Midshipmen have been among the NCAA’s elite on the offensive backboards, ranking 55th in offensive rebounding percentage (32.5 percent). The Flames, however, rank 44th at corralling defensive rebounds with a defensive rebounding percentage of 75.0 percent.
Navy Midshipmen at Liberty Flames Pick
Basketball Prediction: SU Winner – Liberty, ATS Winner – Navy, O/U – Over
Betting Notes (2018-Present):
- Liberty ranks third in assists allowed per game (9.7) while Navy ranks 283rd (15.9).
- The Flames rank 33rd in blocks allowed per game (2.6) while the Midshipmen rank 239th (4.3).
- Liberty ranks 58th in steals allowed per game (5.5) while Navy ranks 262nd (7.4).
- The Flames rank 30th in three pointers allowed per game (19.4) while the Midshipmen rank 263rd (24.4).
- Navy ranks 71st in rebounds per game (37.6) while Liberty ranks 281st (33.1).
