Boston University Terriers at Merrimack Warriors Free Prediction 12/29/19

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The Boston University Terriers (5-7) will travel to Hammel Court to square off against the Merrimack Warriors (6-6). The game starts at 6 p.m. ET on Sunday, December 29, 2019.

Boston University Terriers vs. Merrimack Warriors ATS Odds

In their last game, the Warriors got blown out by the UC Santa Barbara Gauchos, 68-50, while the Terriers defeated the UMass Lowell River Hawks, 74-62.

The Terriers held the River Hawks to an effective field goal percentage of 0.351 (below their season average of 0.516) and an offensive rebounding percentage of 25.0 (below their season average of 32.1). Merrimack, on the other hand, forced UC Santa Barbara into a turnover percentage of 21.5 (above their season average of 15.4). Merrimack was led by Jaleel Lord, who recorded 10 points and five rebounds. Meanwhile, Max Mahoney fueled Boston University with 23 points and seven rebounds.

Boston University might have a tough time creating turnovers. Merrimack ranks 71st in the country at avoiding errors (turnover percentage of 17.6 percent), while Boston University forces the 46th-fewest turnovers (17.6 percent).

Boston University Terriers vs. Merrimack Warriors Betting Pick

Free Basketball Pick: SU Winner – Boston University, ATS Winner – Boston University, O/U – Under

Betting Notes:

  • Merrimack ranks seventh in steals per game (10.3) while Boston University ranks 168th (5.6).
  • The Terriers rank 152nd in rebounds per game (35.3) while the Warriors rank 251st (28.8).
  • The Terriers rank 46th in assists allowed per game (10.8) while the Warriors rank 182nd (14.8).
  • Merrimack ranks 36th in three pointers attempted per game (26.8) while Boston University ranks 148th (21.3).

Bettings Trends:

  • The Warriors have been outscored by an average of 9.8 points in their last five games. For the season, Merrimack has defeated opponents by an average of 0.1 points.
  • During their last five games, the Terriers have scored an average of 73.4 points per game (4.0 above their season average) and allowed an average of 72.4 points per game (1.9 above their season average).