The American University Eagles (12-9, 6-4 Pat) will be at Alumni Hall to challenge the Navy Midshipmen (7-14, 4-6 Pat) in a Pat matchup. The game is scheduled to start at 7 p.m. ET on Wednesday, February 6, 2019.
American University Eagles at Navy Midshipmen ATS Odds
Both teams were victorious in their last game. The Midshipmen edged the Loyola Maryland Greyhounds 71-68, while the Eagles beat the Holy Cross Crusaders 66-49.
American University dominated nearly every facet of the game. They had an effective field goal percentage of 0.528 (above their season average of 0.527) and a free throw rate of 0.167 (below their season average of 0.280). Holy Cross was 0.375 and 0.125, respectively, for those same stats. Navy, on the other hand, dominated nearly every facet of their game. They had a free throw rate of 0.179 (below their season average of 0.215) and an offensive rebounding percentage of 34.3 (above their season average of 32.8). Loyola Maryland put up marks of 0.079 and 22.5, respectively, for those same stats. George Kiernan put together a solid game for Navy with 10 points and nine rebounds. Sa’eed Nelson, meanwhile had a good game for American University, contributing 15 points, nine assists and seven rebounds.
In their first matchup this season, Nelson led the Eagles to a 71-63 victory. He was the game’s top overall scorer with 25 points. Making free throws was one of American University’s biggest advantages. They were 16-19 (84.2 percent), while the Midshipmen were just 9-14 (64.3 percent).
Navy might have a tough time putting up points as they battle against one of the NCAA’s best defenses. American University ranks 92nd in defensive efficiency, while the Midshipmen rank 322nd in offensive efficiency.
American University Eagles vs. Navy Midshipmen Odds Pick
Pick: SU Winner – American University, ATS Winner – American University, O/U – Under
Betting Notes:
- American University ranks fifth in three pointers allowed per game (17.2) while Navy ranks 223rd (24.7).
- The Eagles rank 52nd in blocks per game (4.1) while the Midshipmen rank 167th in blocks allowed per game (4.3).
- Navy ranks 60th in rebounds per game (38.0) while American University ranks 131st in rebounds allowed per game (34.8).
- The Eagles rank 84th in assists allowed per game (12.2) while the Midshipmen rank 240th (16.0).
- American University averages 7.7 steals per game, which ranks 45th in the country. Navy ranks 188th in steals allowed per game (7.6).
Bettings Trends:
- The Midshipmen’s average margin of defeat in their last five games has been 7.2, down from 7.5 for the season.
- During their last five games, the Eagles have scored an average of 57.2 points per game (11.2 below their season average) and allowed an average of 50.2 points per game (14.1 below their season average).
