The Bryant Bulldogs (8-13, 5-5 NEC) will be at the UPMC Events Center to take on the Robert Morris Colonials (12-11, 7-3 NEC) in a NEC matchup. The game begins at 7 p.m. ET on Thursday, February 7, 2019.
Bryant Bulldogs vs. Robert Morris Colonials Betting Odds
Both teams fell in their last game. The Colonials lost a tough one against the Fairleigh Dickinson Knights, 97-94, while the Bulldogs lost to the Central Connecticut State Blue Devils, 64-59.
Bryant forced Central Connecticut State into a turnover percentage of 19.7 (above their season average of 16.7) while Robert Morris had a turnover percentage of 10.3 (better than their season average of 19.1). Robert Morris’ Josh Williams had a good outing, putting up 34 points. Meanwhile, Juan Cardenas played a pivotal role for Bryant with 12 points, eight rebounds and five steals.
In their first matchup this season, Malik Petteway led the Colonials to a 79-65 victory. He put up 14 points and nine rebounds. Getting to the charity stripe was one of Robert Morris’ biggest advantages. They had 27 free throw attempts, while Bryant had 16.
The offense of Bryant will face off against the top-notch defense of Robert Morris. The Bulldogs rank 302nd in offensive efficiency, while the Colonials are 98th in defensive efficiency. The Colonials figure to have the advantage on that end of the court.
Bryant vs. Robert Morris ATS Pick
Free Pick: SU Winner – Robert Morris, ATS Winner – Robert Morris, O/U – Over
Betting Notes:
- Robert Morris ranks 102nd in assists per game (14.2) while Bryant ranks 241st (10.7).
- The Colonials rank 246th in rebounds per game (33.3) while the Bulldogs rank 268th (31.9).
- Robert Morris blocks 2.9 opponent shots per game, which is ranked 132nd in the NCAA. Bryant ranks 149th in blocks allowed per game (4.0).
- The Colonials rank 49th in steals per game (7.6) while the Bulldogs rank 178th (5.5).
- Robert Morris ranks 27th in three pointers allowed per game (19.0) while Bryant ranks 99th (21.5).
Bettings Trends:
- During their last five games, the Bulldogs have scored an average of 66.4 points per game (1.4 below their season average) and allowed an average of 66.6 points per game (10.1 below their season average).
- The Colonials’ average margin of victory in their last five games has been 3.8, up from 2.3 for the season.
