The winless Holy Cross Crusaders (0-5) visit FAU Arena to clash against the Florida Atlantic Owls (2-3). The game is scheduled to start at 7 p.m. ET on Friday, November 29, 2019.
Holy Cross Crusaders vs. Florida Atlantic Owls Betting Odds
Both teams lost in their last contest. The Owls lost a close one to the FGCU Eagles, 72-70, while the Crusaders lost to the Harvard Crimson, 82-74.
Holy Cross made 11 of their 24 three pointers (45.8 percent) while Florida Atlantic had a free throw rate of 0.365 (above their season average of 0.169). Florida Atlantic received a boost from Michael Forrest, who finished with 16 points. Meanwhile, Marlon Hargis played a pivotal role for Holy Cross with 19 points and seven rebounds.
It will be a matchup of conflicting styles as the fast-paced Owls will look to push the slower-paced Crusaders. Since the 2018-19 season, the Owls rank 99th in possessions per game while the Crusaders are 322nd.
Holy Cross Crusaders at Florida Atlantic Owls Free Pick
Prediction: SU Winner – Florida Atlantic, ATS Winner – Florida Atlantic, O/U – Over
Betting Notes (2018-Present):
- Florida Atlantic ranks 23rd in rebounds per game (39.2) while Holy Cross ranks 324th (28.4).
- The Crusaders rank 102nd in steals per game (6.8) while the Owls rank 272nd in steals allowed per game (7.5).
- Florida Atlantic ranks 15th in blocks allowed per game (2.4) while Holy Cross ranks 98th (3.1).
- The Owls average 26.7 three pointers per game, which ranks 34th in the country. The Crusaders rank 243rd in three pointers allowed per game (23.9).
- Holy Cross ranks 41st in assists per game (15.2) while Florida Atlantic ranks 217th (12.6).
