American University Eagles at Navy Midshipmen ATS Prediction 02/05/20

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The American University Eagles (10-11, 6-4 Pat) will be at Alumni Hall to square off against the Navy Midshipmen (12-9, 6-4 Pat) in a Pat matchup. Action begins at 7 p.m. ET on Wednesday, February 5, 2020.

American University Eagles vs. Navy Midshipmen ATS Odds

Both teams fell in their last contest. The Midshipmen fell to the Loyola Maryland Greyhounds, 79-73, while the Eagles were defeated by the Lafayette Leopards, 82-70.

American University had a better turnover percentage (17.2 vs. 16.3) while Navy had a turnover percentage of 9.3 (better than their season average of 17.0). Navy was lifted by Cam Davis, who put up 25 points. Sa’eed Nelson, meanwhile played a pivotal role for American University with 18 points, six assists and five rebounds.

The Midshipmen edged out the Eagles in this series last year, taking two out of three contests. In the most recent game, Navy won 60-56. Navy’s free throw rate was their biggest advantage over American University. The Midshipmen had a rate of 0.357, while the Eagles posted a mark of 0.115. This is the first time these teams will meet this year.

The offensive glass should be a major advantage for Navy in this matchup. The Midshipmen rank 34th in offensive rebounding percentage (34.0 percent), while American University ranks 244th in defensive rebounding percentage (70.9 percent).

American University Eagles vs. Navy Midshipmen Betting Pick

Prediction: SU Winner – Navy, ATS Winner – American University, O/U – Under

Betting Notes:

  • American University ranks 15th in three pointers allowed per game (17.1) while Navy ranks 163rd (22.0).
  • The Midshipmen rank 21st in rebounds allowed per game (30.7) while the Eagles rank 140th (35.2).
  • American University ranks 105th in blocks per game (3.3) while Navy ranks 151st in blocks allowed per game (4.0).

Bettings Trends:

  • The Midshipmen’s average margin of victory in their last five games has been 1.2, down from 2.1 for the season.
  • During their last five games, the Eagles have scored an average of 78.0 points per game (6.2 above their season average) and allowed an average of 75.4 points per game (2.8 above their season average).