The American University Eagles (10-9, 4-4 Pat) will be at Reitz Arena to take on the Loyola Maryland Greyhounds (8-13, 4-4 Pat) in a Pat matchup. Action gets underway at 7 p.m. ET on Wednesday, January 30, 2019.
American University Eagles at Loyola Maryland Greyhounds Betting Odds
Both teams defeated their last opponent. The Greyhounds defeated the Colgate Raiders 79-72, while the Eagles beat the Bucknell Bison 76-68.
The Eagles made 32 of their 45 free throws (71.1 percent) and held the Bison to an effective field goal percentage of 0.397 (below their season average of 0.536). Loyola Maryland, on the other hand, dominated nearly every facet of their game. They had a turnover percentage of 14.4 (better than their season average of 18.0) and a free throw rate of 0.210 (matching their season average). Colgate was 25.3 and 0.145, respectively, for those same stats. Chuck Champion fueled Loyola Maryland with 19 points and six rebounds. Stacy Beckton Jr., meanwhile played well for American University, contributing 12 points and 10 rebounds.
This was a highly competitive series last year. Each won one of the two games played against each other last season. The Greyhounds won the last contest 72-69. The Greyhounds’ offensive rebounding percentage was their largest advantage over the Eagles. Loyola Maryland had a rate of 44.0, while American University posted a mark of 28.1. This is the first time these teams will meet this year.
When considering effective field goal percentage, American University should have a considerable edge. The Eagles defense ranks 37th in effective field goal percentage allowed (0.465), while the Loyola Maryland offense is ranked 191st in effective field goal percentage (0.512).
American University Eagles vs. Loyola Maryland Greyhounds Betting Pick
Prediction: SU Winner – American University, ATS Winner – American University, O/U – Under
Betting Notes:
- American University ranks 98th in assists allowed per game (12.6) while Loyola Maryland ranks 232nd (15.7).
- The Eagles rank eighth in three pointers allowed per game (17.5) while the Greyhounds rank 95th (21.1).
- American University ranks 204th in rebounds per game (34.3) while Loyola Maryland ranks 250th (33.0).
- The Eagles rank 52nd in blocks per game (4.2) while the Greyhounds rank 174th in blocks allowed per game (5.0).
- American University ranks 65th in steals per game (7.3) while Loyola Maryland ranks 161st in steals allowed per game (7.2).
Bettings Trends:
- During their last five games, the Eagles have scored an average of 60.2 points per game (8.1 below their season average) and allowed an average of 60.2 points per game (4.7 below their season average).
- The Greyhounds have outscored opponents by an average of 3.2 points in their last five games. For the season, Loyola Maryland has lost by an average of 5.8 points.
