The winless Kennesaw State Owls (0-5) visit Schar Center to square off against the Elon Phoenix (2-6). The game starts at 7 p.m. ET on Monday, December 2, 2019.
Kennesaw State Owls at Elon Phoenix Betting Odds
Both teams were beaten in their last matchup. The Phoenix lost to the UT Arlington Mavericks, 77-67, while the Owls were blown out by the Iona Gaels, 75-52.
Kennesaw State had an offensive rebounding percentage of 46.9 (above their season average of 22.9) while Elon had a better turnover percentage (16.0 vs. 16.1). Elon received a boost from Marcus Sheffield II, who had 25 points and six rebounds. Armani Harris, meanwhile had a good game for Kennesaw State, putting up 10 points and nine rebounds.
The Phoenix won the only contest between these two teams last year, 76-67. The Phoenix’s turnover percentage was their biggest strength over the Owls. Elon had a rate of 11.7, while Kennesaw State posted a mark of 14.1.
Elon could have difficulty getting to the charity stripe in this showdown. Since last season, the Phoenix rank 340th in the country with a free throw attempt (FTA) rate of 0.170, while Kennesaw State ranks 70th in FTA rate allowed (0.199).
Kennesaw State Owls at Elon Phoenix Free Pick
Prediction: SU Winner – Elon, ATS Winner – Kennesaw State, O/U – Over
Betting Notes (2018-Present):
- Elon ranks seventh in three pointers attempted per game (28.8) while Kennesaw State ranks 335th (14.0).
- The Owls average 36.2 rebounds per game, which ranks 128th in the nation. The Phoenix rank 276th in rebounds allowed per game (37.2).
- Kennesaw State ranks 223rd in steals per game (5.7) while Elon ranks 295th (4.4).
- The Phoenix average 14.1 assists per game, which ranks 106th in the nation. The Owls rank 316th in assists allowed per game (16.1).
- Elon ranks 25th in blocks allowed per game (2.5) while Kennesaw State ranks 231st (4.0).
