Northeastern Huskies vs. Hofstra Pride Betting Prediction 02/08/20

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It figures to be a high-scoring affair as the Northeastern Huskies (11-12, 5-6 CAA) travel to Hofstra to take on the Pride (17-7, 8-3 CAA). The game is scheduled to start at 4 p.m. ET on Saturday, February 8, 2020.

Northeastern Huskies vs. Hofstra Pride ATS Odds

In their last contest, the Pride dismantled the William & Mary Tribe, 83-60, while the Huskies lost to the Elon Phoenix, 74-69.

The Pride had a turnover percentage of 9.8 (better than their season average of 14.5) and had an effective field goal percentage of 0.636 (above their season average of 0.510). Northeastern, on the other hand, forced Elon into a turnover percentage of 28.7 (above their season average of 15.6). Hofstra received a boost from Desure Buie, who had 22 points and seven assists. Maxime Boursiquot, meanwhile played a key role for Northeastern with 10 points and eight rebounds.

In their first matchup this year, Buie led the Pride to a 74-72 victory. He put up 23 points. Hofstra’s 0.185 free throw rate was their largest advantage over Northeastern, who had a mark of 0.123.

It might turn into a shootout as two of the country’s best offenses clash. Hofstra currently ranks 37th with 110.2 points per 100 possessions and Northeastern is 56th (109.0).

Northeastern Huskies vs. Hofstra Pride Odds Pick

College Basketball Pick: SU Winner – Hofstra, ATS Winner – Hofstra, O/U – Over

Betting Notes:

  • Northeastern ranks 14th in assists allowed per game (9.9) while Hofstra ranks 191st (14.1).
  • The Huskies rank 15th in blocks allowed per game (2.3) while the Pride rank 37th (2.6).
  • The Huskies rank 11th in rebounds allowed per game (30.1) while the Pride rank 133rd (34.8).
  • Northeastern ranks 39th in steals per game (8.1) while Hofstra ranks 91st (7.0).

Bettings Trends:

  • During their last five games, the Pride have scored an average of 75.8 points per game (0.9 below their season average) and allowed an average of 64.8 points per game (4.8 below their season average).
  • The Huskies’ average margin of victory in their last five games has been 4.6, down from 5.4 for the season.