The undefeated 21st-ranked VCU Rams (4-0) try to remain perfect when they take on the FGCU Eagles (1-4) at Stuart Siegel Center. Action begins at 7 p.m. ET on Saturday, November 23, 2019.
FGCU Eagles at VCU Rams Betting Odds
Both teams were victorious in their last game. The Rams had no trouble getting past the Jacksonville State Gamecocks 93-65, while the Eagles edged the Florida Atlantic Owls 72-70.
The Eagles forced 22 turnovers and had an effective field goal percentage of 0.516 (above their season average of 0.446). VCU, meanwhile, launched 26 three pointers, making 11 of them (42.3 percent), while Jacksonville State was 4-19 (21.1 percent). VCU was led by Nah’Shon Hyland, who recorded 12 points and five rebounds. Meanwhile, Jalen Warren had a solid performance for FGCU, contributing 21 points and five assists.
From an effective field goal percentage perspective, VCU figures to have a substantial edge. Since last season, the Rams defense ranks fourth in effective field goal percentage allowed (0.437), while the FGCU offense ranks 123rd in effective field goal percentage (0.519). It could also be a mistake-prone game for the offense of the Eagles, which ranks 326th in ball security (turnover percentage of 21.8 percent). They’ll be going up against the top-notch defense of the Rams, which has forced the ninth-most turnovers in the nation (24.1 percent).
FGCU Eagles at VCU Rams Odds Pick
Free Pick: SU Winner – VCU, ATS Winner – VCU, O/U – Over
Betting Notes (2018-Present):
- VCU ranks 13th in three pointers allowed per game (18.5) while FGCU ranks 253rd (24.1).
- The Rams rank 120th in rebounds per game (36.5) while the Eagles rank 274th (33.2).
- VCU ranks 20th in blocks per game (4.8) while FGCU ranks 132nd in blocks allowed per game (3.2).
- The Rams rank 23rd in assists allowed per game (10.6) while the Eagles rank 245th (14.6).
- VCU ranks 21st in steals per game (8.4) while FGCU ranks 230th in steals allowed per game (7.1).
