St. Bonaventure Bonnies vs. George Washington Colonials Free Prediction 01/05/20

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Don’t expect a fast-paced game when the St. Bonaventure Bonnies (8-5) travel to George Washington to play the Colonials (6-7). Action starts at 4 p.m. ET on Sunday, January 5, 2020.

St. Bonaventure Bonnies vs. George Washington Colonials ATS Odds

Both teams fell in their last game. The Colonials were blown out by the Vermont Catamounts, 76-51, while the Bonnies fell to the Buffalo Bulls, 84-79.

St. Bonaventure forced Buffalo into a turnover percentage of 20.6 (above their season average of 16.2) while George Washington had a better turnover percentage (12.0 vs. 13.4). George Washington received a boost from Amir Harris, who contributed 10 points, seven rebounds and five assists. Kyle Lofton fueled St. Bonaventure with 32 points, eight assists and five rebounds.

The Bonnies won the only game between these two teams last year, 64-58. St. Bonaventure had a much better offensive rebounding percentage (33.3 vs. 17.6). George Washington, on the other hand, did a terrific job of making free throws (14-17; 82.4 percent). This is the first time these teams will clash this year.

Half-court execution will be of utmost importance when a pair of the nation’s slowest-paced teams face off. George Washington ranks 297th in possessions per game (67.0) and St. Bonaventure is 311th (66.6).

St. Bonaventure Bonnies vs. George Washington Colonials Pick

Basketball Pick: SU Winner – George Washington, ATS Winner – George Washington, O/U – Under

Betting Notes:

  • George Washington ranks fourth in three pointers allowed per game (15.4) while St. Bonaventure ranks 124th (21.7).
  • The Bonnies rank 32nd in blocks allowed per game (2.5) while the Colonials rank 79th (3.2).
  • St. Bonaventure averages 36.2 rebounds per game, which ranks 135th in the NCAA. George Washington ranks 163rd in rebounds allowed per game (36.3).
  • The Colonials rank 38th in assists allowed per game (10.5) while the Bonnies rank 107th (12.3).
  • St. Bonaventure ranks 38th in steals allowed per game (5.5) while George Washington ranks 100th (6.5).

Bettings Trends:

  • During their last five games, the Colonials have scored an average of 66.8 points per game (0.4 below their season average) and allowed an average of 69.6 points per game (0.5 above their season average).
  • The Bonnies’ average margin of victory in their last five games has been 13.2, up from 4.8 for the season.