Georgetown Hoyas vs. Duke Blue Devils Free Prediction 11/22/19

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The Georgetown Hoyas (4-1) go head-to-head against the top-ranked Duke Blue Devils (5-0) in the 2k Empire Classic at Madison Square Garden. Action begins at 7 p.m. ET on Friday, November 22, 2019.

Georgetown Hoyas vs. Duke Blue Devils Betting Odds

Both teams were victorious in their last game. The Blue Devils had no trouble getting past the California Golden Bears 87-52, while the Hoyas were victorious over the 22nd-ranked Texas Longhorns 82-66.

Georgetown dominated every stat category in the game. They had an extraordinary free throw rate of 0.382 (above their season average of 0.358) and an offensive rebounding percentage of 39.3 (above their season average of 37.8). Texas had marks of 0.148 and 32.4, respectively, for those same stats. Duke, meanwhile, dominated every stat category in their game. They had a fantastic offensive rebounding percentage of 53.5 (above their season average of 37.4) and a turnover percentage of 10.3 (better than their season average of 14.6). California was 22.9 and 20.5, respectively, for those same stats. Vernon Carey Jr. played a key role for Duke with 31 points and 12 rebounds. Meanwhile, James Akinjo had a good game for Georgetown, recording 14 points, six assists and five rebounds.

There could be a fair amount of transition offense in this showdown that features two of the nation’s more up-and-down teams. Duke ranks 37th in possessions per game (73.0) and Georgetown is 20th (74.1) dating back to last season. Furthermore, the Hoyas have been among the NCAA’s best at getting to the line, ranking 10th in free throw attempt (FTA) rate (0.292). The Blue Devils, however, rank 16th in opponents’ FTA rate (0.174).

Georgetown Hoyas vs. Duke Blue Devils Pick

Pick: SU Winner – Duke, ATS Winner – Duke, O/U – Over

Betting Notes (2018-Present):

  • Duke ranks third in steals per game (9.3) while Georgetown ranks 269th in steals allowed per game (7.8).
  • The Blue Devils average 41.7 rebounds per game, which ranks second in the NCAA. The Hoyas rank 200th in rebounds allowed per game (35.7).
  • Duke blocks 6.6 opponent shots per game, which ranks first in the country. Georgetown ranks 160th in blocks allowed per game (3.4).
  • The Blue Devils average 15.8 assists per game, which ranks 24th in the NCAA. The Hoyas rank 265th in assists allowed per game (15.1).
  • Duke ranks 102nd in three pointers allowed per game (21.2) while Georgetown ranks 310th (25.9).