American University Eagles at Colgate Raiders Betting Prediction 01/06/19

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The American University Eagles (7-5, 1-0 Pat) will be at Cotterell Court to meet the Colgate Raiders (8-6, 0-1 Pat) in a Pat matchup. Action starts at 2 p.m. ET on Sunday, January 6, 2019.

American University Eagles at Colgate Raiders ATS Odds

In their last game, the Raiders lost a winnable game to the NJIT Highlanders, 81-78, while the Eagles edged the George Mason Patriots, 78-75.

The Eagles had a better turnover percentage (14.0 vs. 16.6) and had a better effective field goal percentage (0.515 vs. 0.469). Colgate, meanwhile, had a much better offensive rebounding percentage (41.9 vs. 26.5). Colgate received a boost from Rapolas Ivanauskas, who finished with 16 points and 13 rebounds. Meanwhile, Sam Iorio was a key piece for American University with 17 points and 13 rebounds.

The Raiders dominated this series last year, winning both games. In the last contest, Colgate won 83-69. Making free throws was one of Colgate’s largest strengths. They were 16-18 (88.9 percent), while the Eagles were just 8-10 (80.0 percent). This is the first time these teams will battle this year.

The Eagles’ Sa’eed Nelson has been playing well over his last five games, averaging 0 points per game. Meanwhile, Ivanauskas has averaged 0 points during that same time frame for the Raiders.

Half-court execution will be critical when two of the country’s slowest-paced teams clash. Colgate ranks 269th in possessions per game (68.2) and American University is 271st (68.2).

American University Eagles at Colgate Raiders Betting Pick

Basketball Prediction: SU Winner – Colgate, O/U – Over

Betting Notes:

  • American University ranks eighth in three pointers allowed per game (17.5) while Colgate ranks 145th (23.1).
  • The Eagles rank 96th in steals per game (6.8) while the Raiders rank 162nd in steals allowed per game (7.9).
  • The Raiders rank 78th in rebounds per game (37.9) while the Eagles rank 160th in rebounds allowed per game (35.8).
  • American University ranks 57th in blocks per game (4.1) while Colgate ranks 126th in blocks allowed per game (4.1).

Bettings Trends:

  • During their last five games, the Eagles have scored an average of 68.8 points per game (3.7 below their season average) and allowed an average of 63.0 points per game (4.1 below their season average).
  • The Raiders’ average margin of victory in their last five games has been 10.4, up from 2.2 for the season.