Army West Point Black Knights at American University Eagles Free Prediction 02/09/19

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The Army West Point Black Knights (11-13, 6-5 Pat) will be at Bender Arena to square off against the American University Eagles (12-10, 6-5 Pat) in a Pat matchup. Action gets underway at 2 p.m. ET on Saturday, February 9, 2019.

Army West Point Black Knights at American University Eagles ATS Odds

Both teams were beaten in their last contest. The Eagles fell to the Navy Midshipmen, 77-67, while the Black Knights were defeated by the Holy Cross Crusaders, 56-42.

Army West Point had an offensive rebounding percentage of 30.8 (above their season average of 22.1) while American University had a better effective field goal percentage (0.517 vs. 0.508). American University was lifted by Sa’eed Nelson, who had 24 points, nine rebounds and six assists. Jordan Fox, meanwhile fueled Army West Point with 18 points and six rebounds.

The Black Knights dominated this series last year, taking both contests. In the last contest, Army West Point won 82-70. The Black Knights’ 29.4 offensive rebounding percentage was their biggest strength over the Eagles, who had a mark of 18.8. This is the first time these teams will clash this year.

Second-chance points could be hard to find for American University in this meeting. The Eagles rank 279th in offensive rebounding percentage (25.4 percent), while Army West Point ranks seventh in defensive rebounding percentage (77.8 percent).

Army West Point Black Knights vs. American University Eagles ATS Pick

Pick: SU Winner – American University, ATS Winner – American University, O/U – Over

Betting Notes:

  • Army West Point ranks 19th in three pointers attempted per game (28.0) while American University ranks 251st (19.2).
  • The Eagles rank 52nd in steals per game (7.5) while the Black Knights rank 142nd in steals allowed per game (6.8).
  • American University averages 34.2 rebounds per game, which ranks 204th in the NCAA. Army West Point ranks 217th in rebounds allowed per game (36.9).
  • The Black Knights rank 29th in assists per game (16.2) while the Eagles rank 154th (13.3).
  • American University averages 4.1 blocks per game, which ranks 55th in the nation. Army West Point ranks 153rd in blocks allowed per game (4.0).

Bettings Trends:

  • The Eagles’ average margin of victory in their last five games has been 5.0, up from 3.5 for the season.
  • During their last five games, the Black Knights have scored an average of 62.6 points per game (8.4 below their season average) and allowed an average of 65.4 points per game (6.3 below their season average).