The American University Eagles (13-13, 7-8 Pat) will be at Christl Arena to meet the Army West Point Black Knights (12-16, 7-8 Pat) in a Pat matchup. Action starts at 1 p.m. ET on Sunday, February 24, 2019.
American University Eagles vs. Army West Point Black Knights Betting Odds
Both teams lost in their last contest. The Black Knights were beaten by the Lehigh Mountain Hawks, 91-81, while the Eagles lost a winnable game to the Lafayette Leopards, 70-68.
American University had a better effective field goal percentage (0.537 vs. 0.491) while Army West Point had a better turnover percentage (10.3 vs. 13.5). Army West Point was led by Tommy Funk, who finished with 26 points and eight assists. Meanwhile, Sa’eed Nelson led the way for American University, contributing 22 points and seven rebounds.
In their first matchup this year, Nelson led the Eagles to a 71-68 win. He recorded a double-double with 11 points and 11 assists. American University had a much better effective field goal percentage (0.537 vs. 0.426). Army West Point, meanwhile, had a much better turnover percentage (9.1 vs. 17.5).
Army West Point could put on a ball-control clinic in this matchup. Army West Point ranks 32nd in the NCAA at avoiding errors (turnover percentage of 16.3 percent), while American University forces the 79th-fewest turnovers (17.6 percent). Moreover, the Eagles rank 52nd in opponents’ effective field goal percentage (0.474), while the Black Knights rank 256th in effective field goal percentage (0.496).
American University Eagles at Army West Point Black Knights ATS Pick
Free Basketball Tip: SU Winner – Army West Point, ATS Winner – Army West Point, O/U – Over
Betting Notes:
- Army West Point ranks 21st in three pointers attempted per game (27.6) while American University ranks 270th (18.7).
- The Black Knights rank 24th in assists per game (16.1) while the Eagles rank 128th (13.7).
- American University averages 7.3 steals per game, which ranks 63rd in the country. Army West Point ranks 132nd in steals allowed per game (6.5).
- The Eagles rank 40th in blocks per game (4.4) while the Black Knights rank 230th (1.6).
- American University ranks 114th in rebounds allowed per game (34.0) while Army West Point ranks 241st (36.8).
Bettings Trends:
- During their last five games, the Black Knights have scored an average of 66.0 points per game (5.1 below their season average) and allowed an average of 71.6 points per game (0.6 below their season average).
- The Eagles have been outscored by an average of 2.6 points in their last five games. On the season, American University has defeated opponents by an average of 2.9 points.
