Bryant Bulldogs vs. Columbia Lions Betting Prediction

Victor TrejosBasketball, College Basketball

The Bryant Bulldogs (2-5) will travel to Francis S. Levien Gymnasium to go head-to-head with the Columbia Lions (1-6). Action gets underway at 7 p.m. ET on Friday, December 7, 2018.

Bryant Bulldogs at Columbia Lions Betting Odds

Both teams fell in their last matchup. The Lions lost to the Marist Red Foxes, 82-76, while the Bulldogs got blown out by the Rhode Island Rams, 97-63.

Bryant had a better free throw rate (0.162 vs. 0.194) while Columbia did an excellent job of converting from the free throw line (17-24; 70.8 percent). Columbia’s Mike Smith had a solid performance, contributing 23 points and eight assists. Meanwhile, Bryant received a boost from Patrick Harding, who put up six points and 10 rebounds.

Bryant at Columbia Pick

Pick: SU Winner – Columbia, O/U – Over

Betting Notes (2017-Present):

  • Bryant ranks 51st in three pointers attempted per game (25.4) while Columbia ranks 288th in three pointers allowed per game (26.3).
  • The Lions rank 148th in rebounds per game (36.2) while the Bulldogs rank 298th in rebounds allowed per game (40.3).
  • Columbia ranks 95th in steals per game (6.8) while Bryant ranks 159th in steals allowed per game (6.3).
  • The Lions average 15.0 assists per game, which ranks 73rd in the nation. The Bulldogs rank 278th in assists allowed per game (16.3).
  • Columbia ranks 49th in blocks allowed per game (2.7) while Bryant ranks 221st (4.3).