The Boston University Terriers (4-7) will travel to the Tsongas Center to meet the UMass Lowell River Hawks (6-6). Action begins at 1 p.m. ET on Saturday, December 21, 2019.
Boston University Terriers vs. UMass Lowell River Hawks ATS Odds
Both teams were triumphant in their last game. The River Hawks defeated the NJIT Highlanders 72-66, while the Terriers barely escaped the Dartmouth Big Green 78-76.
The Terriers had an absurd free throw rate of 0.370 (above their season average of 0.158) and had an effective field goal percentage of 0.663 (above their season average of 0.483). The River Hawks, on the other hand, had an absurd free throw rate of 0.346 (above their season average of 0.234) and held the Highlanders to an effective field goal percentage of 0.413 (below the 0.491 mark opponents have averaged against UMass Lowell this season). UMass Lowell’s Obadiah Noel had a good outing, recording 16 points and five rebounds. Meanwhile, Boston University rallied around Max Mahoney, who recorded 16 points and six rebounds.
The Terriers won the sole contest between these two teams last season, 79-60. Boston University’s 0.224 free throw rate was their largest strength over UMass Lowell, who had a mark of 0.138. This will be the first matchup of the year between these two teams.
UMass Lowell appears to have the edge on the offensive side of the ball. The River Hawks rank 92nd in offensive efficiency, while Boston University ranks 274th in defensive efficiency. Also, the Terriers rank 301st in free throw attempt (FTA) rate (0.173), while the River Hawks rank 23rd in opponents’ FTA rate (0.148).
Boston University vs. UMass Lowell Pick
Free Basketball Tip: SU Winner – UMass Lowell, ATS Winner – UMass Lowell, O/U – Over
Betting Notes:
- UMass Lowell ranks 45th in assists per game (15.3) while Boston University ranks 180th (11.6).
- The River Hawks average 38.7 rebounds per game, which ranks 62nd in the nation. The Terriers rank 145th in rebounds allowed per game (35.5).
Bettings Trends:
- The Terriers’ average margin of defeat in their last five games has been 6.0, up from 2.3 for the season.
- During their last five games, the River Hawks have scored an average of 80.0 points per game (4.5 above their season average) and allowed an average of 70.4 points per game (0.1 below their season average).
