Don’t expect a fast-paced game when the George Washington Colonials (0-2) visit fifth-ranked Virginia to take on the Cavaliers (1-0). The game starts at 2 p.m. ET on Sunday, November 11, 2018, and will air on ACC Network.
George Washington Colonials vs. Virginia Cavaliers ATS Odds
In their last outing, the Cavaliers won big over the Towson Tigers, 73-42, while the Colonials were beaten by the Siena Saints, 69-61.
Virginia played a nearly perfect game. They had a turnover percentage of 7.5 and an effective field goal percentage of 0.574. Towson had marks of 20.9 and 0.366, respectively, for those same stats. George Washington, meanwhile, had a better free throw rate (0.130 vs. 0.095). Virginia was led by De’Andre Hunter, who finished with 13 points and 10 rebounds. Justin Mazzulla, meanwhile had a good outing for George Washington, recording 18 points and eight rebounds.
Virginia could have their way on the offensive side of the ball as their high-octane offense goes up against one of the NCAA’s worst defenses. Since the 2017-18 season, the Cavaliers rank 56th in offensive efficiency, while George Washington ranks 259th in defensive efficiency. Moreover, the Colonials, who rank 289th in free throw attempt (FTA) rate (0.205), could have a tough time getting to the line against the Cavaliers, who rank 41st in opponents’ FTA rate (0.194).
George Washington Colonials at Virginia Cavaliers ATS Pick
Prediction: SU Winner – George Washington, ATS Winner – George Washington, O/U – Under
Betting Notes (2017-Present):
- Virginia ranks second in steals allowed per game (3.8) while George Washington ranks 181st (6.5).
- The Cavaliers rank 14th in rebounds allowed per game (30.7) while the Colonials rank 94th (33.5).
- Virginia ranks 261st in three pointers attempted per game (19.2) while George Washington ranks 303rd (17.1).
- The Cavaliers rank first in assists allowed per game (8.8) while the Colonials rank 156th (13.3).
- George Washington ranks 22nd in blocks per game (4.9) while Virginia ranks 112th (3.6).
