A 12-game home winning streak hangs in the balance for the Hofstra Pride (19-4, 9-1 CAA) when they go head-to-head with the Elon Phoenix (8-16, 4-7 CAA) at Mack Sports Complex. Action starts at 7 p.m. ET on Thursday, February 7, 2019.
Elon Phoenix vs. Hofstra Pride ATS Odds
Both teams lost in their last contest. The Pride fell to the Northeastern Huskies, 75-61, while the Phoenix were defeated by the Drexel Dragons, 67-63.
Elon had a turnover percentage of 12.1 (better than their season average of 18.4) while Hofstra had a better turnover percentage (13.4 vs. 17.0). Hofstra was led by Desure Buie, who finished with 22 points. Meanwhile, Sheldon Eberhardt played a pivotal role for Elon with 13 points.
In their first matchup this year, Justin Wright-Foreman led the Pride to a 74-71 victory. He produced 21 points and five rebounds. Converting at the free throw line was one of Hofstra’s biggest strengths. They were 20-23 (87.0 percent), while the Phoenix were 13-16 (81.3 percent).
Hofstra could dominate on the offensive side of the ball as their high-powered offense goes up against one of the worst defenses in the nation. The Pride currently rank sixth in offensive efficiency, while Elon ranks 319th in defensive efficiency. Moreover, the Phoenix, who rank 317th in free throw attempt (FTA) rate (0.186), will square off against the Pride, who rank 20th in opponents’ FTA rate (0.174).
Elon Phoenix vs. Hofstra Pride Betting Pick
Free Basketball Tip: SU Winner – Hofstra, ATS Winner – Hofstra, O/U – Over
Betting Notes:
- Hofstra ranks 26th in rebounds allowed per game (31.4) while Elon ranks 206th (36.6).
- The Phoenix rank second in blocks allowed per game (1.8) while the Pride rank 67th (2.9).
- Elon averages 13.7 assists per game, which ranks 122nd in the country. Hofstra ranks 175th in assists allowed per game (14.0).
- The Pride rank 19th in steals allowed per game (5.0) while the Phoenix rank 162nd (7.2).
- Elon ranks 16th in three pointers attempted per game (28.2) while Hofstra ranks 154th (22.3).
Bettings Trends:
- The Phoenix’s average margin of defeat in their last five games has been 2.0, down from 5.9 for the season.
- During their last five games, the Pride have scored an average of 80.6 points per game (1.1 below their season average) and allowed an average of 69.6 points per game (0.8 above their season average).
