Liberty Flames at FGCU Eagles Free Prediction 01/02/20

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The Liberty Flames (14-1) will be at Alico Arena to go head-to-head against the FGCU Eagles (3-12) in an Asun matchup. The game starts at 5 p.m. ET on Thursday, January 2, 2020, and will air on ESPNU.

Liberty Flames vs. FGCU Eagles ATS Odds

Both teams were beaten in their last game. The Eagles fell to the USC Trojans, 71-58, while the Flames were defeated by the LSU Tigers, 74-57.

Liberty did an excellent job of making free throws (9-9; 100.0 percent) while FGCU forced USC into a turnover percentage of 22.5 (above their season average of 17.0). FGCU received a boost from Caleb Catto, who had nine points, seven assists and five steals. Caleb Homesley, meanwhile fueled Liberty with 10 points and six rebounds.

The Flames dominated this series last year, securing victories in both contests. In the most recent contest, Liberty won 74-67. Liberty had a much better offensive rebounding percentage (41.2 vs. 25.9). FGCU, meanwhile, did a fantastic job of converting from the charity stripe (15-21; 71.4 percent). This will be the first matchup of the year between these two teams.

The inefficient offense of FGCU will square off against the stingy defense of Liberty. The Eagles rank 346th in offensive efficiency, while the Flames are ninth in defensive efficiency. The Flames should have the edge on that side of the ball.

Liberty Flames vs. FGCU Eagles Free Pick

Basketball Prediction: SU Winner – FGCU, ATS Winner – FGCU, O/U – Under

Betting Notes:

  • Liberty ranks 13th in rebounds allowed per game (29.6) while FGCU ranks 244th (38.9).
  • The Flames rank seventh in blocks allowed per game (2.0) while the Eagles rank 95th (3.4).
  • FGCU averages 25.4 three pointers per game, which ranks 60th in the country. Liberty ranks 67th in three pointers allowed per game (20.0).
  • The Flames rank 24th in steals allowed per game (5.3) while the Eagles rank 173rd (8.3).
  • Liberty ranks third in assists allowed per game (8.0) while FGCU ranks 118th (12.5).

Bettings Trends:

  • The Flames’ average margin of victory in their last five games has been 4.4, down from 17.5 for the season.
  • During their last five games, the Eagles have scored an average of 62.0 points per game (1.1 above their season average) and allowed an average of 68.6 points per game (1.0 below their season average).