Delaware Fightin’ Blue Hens vs. Towson Tigers Betting Prediction 02/14/19

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Don’t expect a fast-paced game when the Delaware Fightin’ Blue Hens (15-11, 7-6 CAA) visit Towson to take on the Tigers (9-16, 5-7 CAA). The game gets underway at 7 p.m. ET on Thursday, February 14, 2019.

Delaware Fightin’ Blue Hens at Towson Tigers Betting Odds

Both teams were victorious over their last opponent. The Tigers defeated the James Madison Dukes 66-59, while the Fightin’ Blue Hens beat the UNCW Seahawks 70-66.

Delaware’s effective field goal percentage was their biggest strength over UNCW. The Fightin’ Blue Hens had a rate of 0.618 (above their season average of 0.534), while the Seahawks posted a mark of 0.452 (below their season average of 0.518). The Tigers, meanwhile, had a free throw rate of 0.234 (above their season average of 0.199) and had an effective field goal percentage of 0.585 (above their season average of 0.482). Towson’s Brian Fobbs had a good outing, putting up 29 points and five rebounds. Eric Carter played a pivotal role for Delaware with 12 points and 13 rebounds.

In their first matchup this season, Fobbs led the Tigers to a 64-63 victory. He put up 13 points and seven rebounds. Towson had a much better offensive rebounding percentage (28.1 vs. 22.2). Delaware, on the other hand, did a fantastic job of making free throws (15-20; 75.0 percent).

Half-court execution will be of utmost importance when a pair of the NCAA’s slowest-paced teams clash. Towson currently ranks 344th in possessions per game (64.3) and Delaware is 317th (66.2).

Delaware at Towson ATS Pick

Pick: SU Winner – Towson, ATS Winner – Towson, O/U – Over

Betting Notes:

  • Delaware ranks 154th in three pointers attempted per game (22.3) while Towson ranks 285th (16.9).
  • The Tigers are 12th in the NCAA with 2.2 blocks allowed per game while the Fightin’ Blue Hens are 45th with 2.7 blocks allowed per game.
  • Towson is 25th in the country with 5.1 steals allowed per game while Delaware is 48th with 5.5 steals allowed per game.
  • The Tigers rank 27th in rebounds allowed per game (31.6) while the Fightin’ Blue Hens rank 134th (34.6).
  • Delaware ranks 175th in assists per game (12.9) while Towson ranks 265th (10.0).

Bettings Trends:

  • During their last five games, the Tigers have scored an average of 66.4 points per game (0.1 below their season average) and allowed an average of 69.0 points per game (0.9 below their season average).
  • The Fightin’ Blue Hens have been outscored by an average of 5.0 points in their last five games. On the season, Delaware has defeated opponents by an average of 0.4 points.