Bryant Bulldogs vs. Wagner Seahawks Free Prediction 01/31/19

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The Bryant Bulldogs (7-12, 4-4 NEC) will be at the Spiro Sports Center to challenge the Wagner Seahawks (9-10, 4-4 NEC) in a NEC matchup. The game gets underway at 7 p.m. ET on Thursday, January 31, 2019.

Bryant Bulldogs at Wagner Seahawks Betting Odds

Both teams fell in their last game. The Seahawks fell to the Robert Morris Colonials, 57-51, while the Bulldogs were defeated by the Fairleigh Dickinson Knights, 78-63.

Bryant had a better turnover percentage (13.7 vs. 11.9) while Wagner did an excellent job of making free throws (15-16; 93.8 percent). Romone Saunders was a key piece for Wagner with 16 points and nine rebounds. Bryant rallied around Joe Kasperzyk, who recorded 15 points and eight rebounds.

The Seahawks dominated this series last year, taking both contests. In the most recent contest, Wagner won 96-76. The Seahawks’ turnover percentage was their largest strength over the Bulldogs. Wagner had a rate of 11.9, while Bryant posted a mark of 21.6. This will be the first matchup of the year between these two teams.

Wagner should have an edge on the offensive glass in this battle. The Seahawks are among the country’s elite on the offensive glass, ranking 43rd in offensive rebounding percentage at 33.9 percent. Meanwhile, Bryant ranks 235th in the nation at corralling defensive rebounds with a defensive rebounding percentage of 70.7 percent.

Bryant Bulldogs vs. Wagner Seahawks Pick

Pick: SU Winner – Wagner, ATS Winner – Wagner, O/U – Under

Betting Notes:

  • Wagner ranks 97th in rebounds per game (36.9) while Bryant ranks 264th (31.5).
  • The Seahawks average 26.3 three pointers per game, which ranks 40th in the nation. The Bulldogs rank 100th in three pointers allowed per game (21.2).
  • The Seahawks rank 87th in assists allowed per game (12.4) while the Bulldogs rank 232nd (15.5).
  • Wagner averages 3.6 blocks per game, which ranks 90th in the country. Bryant ranks 151st in blocks allowed per game (4.1).

Bettings Trends:

  • During their last five games, the Bulldogs have scored an average of 67.4 points per game (0.7 below their season average) and allowed an average of 76.4 points per game (1.7 below their season average).
  • The Seahawks’ average margin of defeat in their last five games has been 6.8, up from 0.6 for the season.