The William & Mary Tribe (8-5) will be at the Schar Center to challenge the Elon Phoenix (4-9) in a CAA matchup. The game starts at 7 p.m. ET on Monday, December 30, 2019, and will air on CBS Sports Network.
William & Mary Tribe vs. Elon Phoenix Betting Odds
Both teams were beaten in their last matchup. The Phoenix fell to the Winthrop Eagles, 85-80, while the Tribe were defeated by the Saint Francis U Red Flash, 78-72.
William & Mary had an offensive rebounding percentage of 33.3 (above their season average of 24.8) while Elon had an effective field goal percentage of 0.566 (above their season average of 0.480). Marcus Sheffield II had a solid performance for Elon, recording 27 points. Andy Van Vliet was a key piece for William & Mary with 16 points and 11 rebounds.
This series was highly competitive last year. Each won one of the two games played against each other last season. In the last game, the Tribe won 84-74. William & Mary’s 0.281 free throw rate was their largest strength over Elon, who had a mark of 0.104. This will be the first matchup of the year between these two teams.
It might be a tough game for Elon on the offensive glass. The Phoenix rank 331st in offensive rebounding percentage (21.5 percent), while William & Mary ranks 11th in defensive rebounding percentage (78.3 percent).
William & Mary at Elon Free Pick
Free Basketball Pick: SU Winner – Elon, ATS Winner – Elon, O/U – Under
Betting Notes:
- William & Mary ranks 73rd in rebounds per game (38.2) while Elon ranks 215th in rebounds allowed per game (37.4).
- The Tribe rank 49th in assists allowed per game (11.0) while the Phoenix rank 97th (12.2).
- The Phoenix rank 28th in three pointers attempted per game (27.5) while the Tribe rank 121st (22.8).
- William & Mary averages 4.1 blocks per game, which ranks 59th in the country. Elon ranks 116th in blocks allowed per game (3.8).
Bettings Trends:
- The Phoenix have outscored opponents by an average of 6.4 points in their last five games. On the season, Elon has lost by an average of 2.2 points.
- During their last five games, the Tribe have scored an average of 71.2 points per game (2.3 below their season average) and allowed an average of 59.2 points per game (9.6 below their season average).
