Albany Great Danes at Binghamton Bearcats Betting Prediction 01/04/20

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The Albany Great Danes (7-8) will be at the Events Center to challenge the Binghamton Bearcats (6-7) in an AmEast matchup. The game starts at 4 p.m. ET on Saturday, January 4, 2020.

Albany Great Danes at Binghamton Bearcats ATS Odds

Both teams were victorious in their last game. The Bearcats had no trouble getting past the Hartwick Hawks 98-45, while the Great Danes edged the Columbia Lions 67-66.

Albany’s 0.543 effective field goal percentage was their largest advantage over Columbia, who had a rate of 0.446. The Great Danes’ mark was above their season average of 0.489. Meanwhile, Binghamton’s free throw rate was their biggest strength over Hartwick. The Bearcats had a rate of 0.367, while the Hawks posted a mark of 0.082. Dan Petcash had a good game for Binghamton, putting up 25 points and nine rebounds. Meanwhile, Malachi de Sousa played a pivotal role for Albany with 13 points and six rebounds.

The Great Danes dominated this series last year, taking both contests. In the most recent matchup, Albany won 73-58. Converting at the free throw line was one of Albany’s largest strengths. They were 13-14 (92.9 percent), while the Bearcats were just 7-10 (70.0 percent). This will be the first matchup of the year between these two teams.

Albany vs. Binghamton Odds Pick

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

Betting Notes:

  • Binghamton ranks 58th in three pointers attempted per game (29.2) while Albany ranks 174th in three pointers allowed per game (23.2).
  • The Bearcats average 3.5 blocks per game, which ranks 55th in the nation. The Great Danes rank 71st in blocks allowed per game (3.1).
  • The Great Danes rank 122nd in rebounds allowed per game (34.7) while the Bearcats rank 233rd (40.0).
  • Albany averages 13.7 assists per game, which ranks 108th in the nation. Binghamton ranks 215th in assists allowed per game (13.9).

Bettings Trends:

  • The Bearcats have outscored opponents by an average of 1.2 points in their last five games. For the season, Binghamton has been defeated by an average of 3.8 points.
  • During their last five games, the Great Danes have scored an average of 65.8 points per game (0.9 below their season average) and allowed an average of 75.0 points per game (7.3 above their season average).