The undefeated Penn State Nittany Lions (3-0) try to remain unbeaten when they square off with the Bucknell Bison (2-2) at Bryce Jordan Center. Action gets underway at 6:30 p.m. ET on Tuesday, November 19, 2019.
Bucknell Bison vs. Penn State Nittany Lions ATS Odds
In their last contest, the Nittany Lions beat the Georgetown Hoyas, 81-66, while the Bison lost a tough one against the Canisius Golden Griffins, 83-81.
The Nittany Lions had a much better effective field goal percentage (0.548 vs. 0.410) and had a better turnover percentage (22.1 vs. 23.0). Bucknell, on the other hand, had an offensive rebounding percentage of 56.7 (above their season average of 25.0). Lamar Stevens had a good outing for Penn State with 14 points and nine rebounds. Bucknell, meanwhile, received a boost from Andrew Funk, who finished with 15 points and seven rebounds.
Penn State figures to have an advantage on the offensive glass in this contest. Dating back to the 2018-19 season, the Nittany Lions rank 69th in offensive rebounding percentage (31.9 percent), while Bucknell ranks 177th in defensive rebounding percentage (72.2 percent).
Bucknell Bison at Penn State Nittany Lions Odds Pick
Free Basketball Pick: SU Winner – Penn State, ATS Winner – Penn State, O/U – Over
Betting Notes (2018-Present):
- Penn State ranks 29th in steals per game (8.0) while Bucknell ranks 251st (5.2).
- The Nittany Lions average 37.1 rebounds per game, which ranks 94th in the country. The Bison rank 180th in rebounds allowed per game (35.1).
- Bucknell blocks 3.6 opponent shots per game, which ranks 114th in the nation. Penn State ranks 147th in blocks allowed per game (3.3).
- The Bison rank 33rd in assists per game (15.5) while the Nittany Lions rank 205th (12.7).
- Bucknell ranks 34th in three pointers attempted per game (26.7) while Penn State ranks 162nd (22.4).
