Canisius Golden Griffins vs. Hofstra Pride ATS Prediction 12/02/19

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The Canisius Golden Griffins (4-2) go head-to-head against the Hofstra Pride (5-3) in the at FAU Arena. Action begins at 2 p.m. ET on Monday, December 2, 2019.

Canisius Golden Griffins vs. Hofstra Pride ATS Odds

Both teams were triumphant in their last game. The Pride easily got past the Holy Cross Crusaders 91-69, while the Golden Griffins beat the Mercer Bears 76-66.

Canisius dominated nearly every stat category in the game. They had a superb free throw rate of 0.263 (above their season average of 0.246) and an offensive rebounding percentage of 41.9 (above their season average of 31.5). Mercer was 0.220 and 35.1, respectively, for those same stats. Hofstra, on the other hand, played a nearly flawless game. They had a ridiculous free throw rate of 0.544 (above their season average of 0.250) and an offensive rebounding percentage of 37.5 (above their season average of 28.1). Holy Cross recorded marks of 0.130 and 24.1, respectively, for those same stats. Desure Buie had a solid performance for Hofstra, recording 21 points and five assists. Meanwhile, Majesty Brandon was a key piece for Canisius with 16 points.

Hofstra could have their way on the offensive side of the ball as their high-powered offense faces off against one of the country’s worst defenses. The Pride rank third in offensive efficiency, while Canisius ranks 304th in defensive efficiency since last season.

Canisius vs. Hofstra Odds Pick

Pick: SU Winner – Hofstra, ATS Winner – Hofstra, O/U – Under

Betting Notes (2018-Present):

  • Canisius averages 14.6 assists per game, which ranks 74th in the nation. Hofstra ranks 285th in assists allowed per game (14.9).
  • The Pride rank 234th in rebounds per game (34.1) while the Golden Griffins rank 296th (32.0).
  • Hofstra ranks 42nd in blocks allowed per game (2.7) while Canisius ranks 80th (3.0).
  • The Pride rank eighth in steals allowed per game (4.7) while the Golden Griffins rank 90th (5.8).
  • Canisius averages 23.9 three pointers per game, which ranks 103rd in the nation. Hofstra ranks 173rd in three pointers allowed per game (22.3).