The Rutgers Scarlet Knights (3-1) will be at home in the Louis Brown Athletic Center when they square off against the Boston University Terriers (3-3). The game is scheduled to start at 2 p.m. ET on Friday, November 23, 2018.
Boston University Terriers vs. Rutgers Scarlet Knights ATS Odds
In their last contest, the Scarlet Knights had no trouble getting past the Eastern Michigan Eagles, 63-36, while the Terriers lost big to the Drexel Dragons, 86-67.
The Scarlet Knights held the Eagles to an effective field goal percentage of 0.306 (below their season average of 0.519). The Eagles had a free throw rate of 0.056 (below their season average of 0.146). Boston University, on the other hand, forced Drexel into a turnover percentage of 20.2 (above their season average of 16.7). Rutgers was led by Geo Baker, who put up 20 points and five assists. Max Mahoney, meanwhile fueled Boston University with 20 points.
Half-court execution will be of utmost importance when a pair of the NCAA’s slowest-paced teams battle. Rutgers ranks 294th in possessions per game (67.4) and Boston University is 269th (67.9) dating back to the 2017-18 season. It could also be a sloppy game for the Terriers’ offense, which ranks 274th in ball security (turnover percentage of 20.0 percent). They’ll be going up against the top-notch defense of the Scarlet Knights, which has forced the 52nd-most turnovers in the nation (21.2 percent).
Boston University Terriers at Rutgers Scarlet Knights Pick
College Basketball Pick: SU Winner – Rutgers, O/U – Under
Betting Notes (2017-Present):
- Rutgers ranks 29th in rebounds per game (39.0) while Boston University ranks 245th (33.9).
- The Scarlet Knights rank 74th in steals per game (7.0) while the Terriers rank 185th in steals allowed per game (6.4).
- Boston University ranks 263rd in three pointers attempted per game (19.6) while Rutgers ranks 332nd (15.7).
- The Terriers rank 147th in assists per game (13.8) while the Scarlet Knights rank 310th (10.7).
- Boston University ranks 102nd in blocks allowed per game (3.1) while Rutgers ranks 250th (4.2).
