UNCW Seahawks vs. James Madison Dukes ATS Prediction 02/01/20

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The James Madison Dukes (8-13, 1-9 CAA) welcome the UNCW Seahawks (7-16, 2-8 CAA) to JMU Convocation Center. The Dukes will attempt to put an end to their seven-game losing streak. Action begins at 4 p.m. ET on Saturday, February 1, 2020.

UNCW Seahawks at James Madison Dukes Betting Odds

Both teams fell in their last contest. The Dukes got blown out by the Charleston Cougars, 87-68, while the Seahawks fell to the Towson Tigers, 77-66.

UNCW had a better turnover percentage (15.5 vs. 16.2) while James Madison had a much better offensive rebounding percentage (30.8 vs. 21.2). Dwight Wilson was a key piece for James Madison with 17 points and 15 rebounds. Jaylen Sims had a good game for UNCW, putting up 16 points.

In their first matchup this year, Wilson led the Dukes to a 64-60 win. He registered a double-double with 11 points and 15 rebounds. James Madison’s free throw rate was their largest advantage over UNCW. The Dukes had a rate of 0.294, while the Seahawks posted a mark of 0.136.

It will be a battle of contrasting paces as the up-tempo Dukes will look to push the slower-paced Seahawks. The Dukes rank 30th in possessions per game while the Seahawks are 172nd.

UNCW Seahawks vs. James Madison Dukes Betting Pick

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

Betting Notes:

  • James Madison ranks 32nd in rebounds per game (39.7) while UNCW ranks 223rd in rebounds allowed per game (37.1).
  • The Seahawks rank 181st in assists per game (12.5) while the Dukes rank 209th in assists allowed per game (14.4).
  • The Dukes rank 57th in three pointers attempted per game (25.2) while the Seahawks rank 176th in three pointers allowed per game (22.8).
  • UNCW ranks 36th in blocks allowed per game (2.6) while James Madison ranks 94th (3.2).

Bettings Trends:

  • During their last five games, the Dukes have scored an average of 69.6 points per game (4.0 below their season average) and allowed an average of 80.8 points per game (3.5 above their season average).
  • The Seahawks’ average margin of defeat in their last five games has been 5.2, up from 2.8 for the season.