The fifth-ranked Maryland Terrapins (6-0) take on the Harvard Crimson (5-2) in the at HP Field House. The game is scheduled to start at 11:30 a.m. ET on Friday, November 29, 2019.
Maryland Terrapins vs. Harvard Crimson ATS Odds
Both teams defeated their last opponent. The Crimson defeated the Texas A&M Aggies 62-51, while the Terrapins beat the Temple Owls 76-69.
The Terrapins knocked down 18 of their 23 free throws (78.3 percent) and had a better effective field goal percentage (0.518 vs. 0.430). The Crimson, meanwhile, held the Aggies to an offensive rebounding percentage of 16.2 (below their season average of 27.1) and had a free throw rate of 0.415 (above their season average of 0.210). Justin Bassey led the way for Harvard, finishing with 16 points. Anthony Cowan Jr., meanwhile was a key piece for Maryland with 30 points.
Harvard might have difficulty finding the bottom of the net as they square off against one of the nation’s best defenses. Maryland ranks 66th in defensive efficiency, while the Crimson rank 194th in offensive efficiency since the 2018-19 season. Additionally, the Terrapins, who rank 24th in offensive rebounding percentage (34.5 percent), will face a difficult test against the Crimson, who rank 23rd in defensive rebounding percentage (75.8 percent).
Maryland vs. Harvard Betting Pick
Free Pick: SU Winner – Maryland, ATS Winner – Maryland, O/U – Over
Betting Notes (2018-Present):
- Harvard ranks 164th in steals per game (6.2) while Maryland ranks 286th (4.6).
- The Crimson average 4.3 blocks per game, which ranks 48th in the country. The Terrapins rank 140th in blocks allowed per game (3.3).
- Maryland ranks 164th in assists per game (13.3) while Harvard ranks 248th (12.0).
- The Crimson rank 109th in three pointers allowed per game (21.3) while the Terrapins rank 225th (23.5).
- Maryland ranks 15th in rebounds per game (39.7) while Harvard ranks 129th (36.4).
