The Stetson Hatters (11-11, 5-2 Asun) will be at UNF Arena to go head-to-head against the North Florida Ospreys (12-10, 5-2 Asun) in an Asun matchup. Action starts at 7 p.m. ET on Thursday, January 30, 2020.
Stetson Hatters at North Florida Ospreys Betting Odds
In their last contest, the Ospreys were beaten by the Lipscomb Bisons, 85-73, while the Hatters beat the Liberty Flames, 48-43.
The Hatters knocked down 12 of their 14 free throws (85.7 percent) and held the Flames to an effective field goal percentage of 0.406 (below their season average of 0.552). North Florida, meanwhile, had a turnover percentage of 10.3 (better than their season average of 16.6). North Florida’s Ivan Gandia-Rosa led the way, contributing 30 points and five rebounds. Stetson was lifted by Rob Perry, who put up 22 points and seven rebounds.
The Ospreys dominated this series last year, winning both games. In the most recent game, North Florida won 77-67. North Florida’s effective field goal percentage was its biggest strength over Stetson. The Ospreys had a rate of 0.522 while the Hatters posted a mark of 0.417. This will be the first matchup of the year between these two teams.
The high-powered offense of North Florida will face off against the mid-tier defense of Stetson. The Ospreys rank 45th in offensive efficiency, while the Hatters are 204th in defensive efficiency. The Ospreys figure to have the edge on that side of the ball.
Stetson at North Florida Odds Pick
Basketball Tip: SU Winner – North Florida, ATS Winner – North Florida, O/U – Under
Betting Notes:
- North Florida ranks second in three pointers attempted per game (31.6) while Stetson ranks 267th in three pointers allowed per game (27.0).
- The Ospreys rank 47th in assists per game (15.0) while the Hatters rank 251st (10.1).
- Stetson ranks 41st in rebounds allowed per game (32.0) while North Florida ranks 176th (36.0).
Bettings Trends:
- During their last five games, the Hatters have scored an average of 58.6 points per game (4.9 below their season average) and allowed an average of 56.2 points per game (9.1 below their season average).
- The Ospreys have been outscored by an average of 0.2 points in their last five games. For the season, North Florida has defeated opponents by an average of 2.4 points.