The American University Eagles (3-5) will travel to Knott Arena to square off against the Mount St. Mary’s Mountaineers (3-7). The game starts at 7 p.m. ET on Tuesday, December 17, 2019.
American University Eagles at Mount St. Mary’s Mountaineers ATS Odds
Both teams fell in their last matchup. The Mountaineers fell to the Loyola Maryland Greyhounds, 64-48, while the Eagles were defeated by the George Mason Patriots, 68-53.
American University had an offensive rebounding percentage of 31.6 (above their season average of 24.7) while Mount St. Mary’s held Loyola Maryland to an offensive rebounding percentage of 20.6 (below the 27.3 mark opponents have averaged against Mount St. Mary’s this season). Damian Chong Qui played a pivotal role for Mount St. Mary’s with 16 points and seven rebounds. American University rallied around Mark Gasperini, who recorded 13 points and nine rebounds.
The Mountaineers won the sole contest between these two teams last season, 56-55. Mount St. Mary’s had a much better offensive rebounding percentage (46.3 vs. 19.4). American University, on the other hand, had a better turnover percentage (10.9 vs. 13.3).
Mount St. Mary’s could have a difficult time creating turnovers. Since the 2018-19 season, American University ranks 131st in the country at avoiding errors (turnover percentage of 18.7 percent), while Mount St. Mary’s has forced the 77th-fewest turnovers (18.4 percent).
American University Eagles vs. Mount St. Mary’s Mountaineers Free Pick
College Basketball Pick: SU Winner – Mount St. Mary’s, ATS Winner – Mount St. Mary’s, O/U – Under
Betting Notes (2018-Present):
- American University ranks 130th in assists per game (13.2) while Mount St. Mary’s ranks 232nd (11.0).
- The Eagles rank 49th in blocks per game (4.3) while the Mountaineers rank 136th (3.3).
- American University ranks 11th in three pointers allowed per game (17.2) while Mount St. Mary’s ranks 44th (21.8).
