The Harvard Crimson (4-3) will travel to the Times Union Center to clash with the Siena Saints (2-5). Action gets underway at 3 p.m. ET on Saturday, December 1, 2018.
Harvard Crimson at Siena Saints Betting Odds
In their last game, the Saints were beaten by the Hofstra Pride, 94-86, while the Crimson beat the Holy Cross Crusaders, 73-62.
The Crimson had an absurd offensive rebounding percentage of 34.5 (above their season average of 24.7) and had an effective field goal percentage of 0.613 (above their season average of 0.557). Siena, meanwhile, had an effective field goal percentage of 0.619 (above their season average of 0.517). Jalen Pickett put together a solid game for Siena with 27 points, 13 assists and five rebounds. Meanwhile, Robert Baker had a solid performance for Harvard, contributing 13 points and eight rebounds.
Half-court execution will be of utmost importance when a pair of the NCAA’s slowest-paced teams battle. Siena ranks 288th in possessions per game (67.6) and Harvard is 281st (67.8) since last season.
Harvard Crimson vs. Siena Saints ATS Pick
College Basketball Pick: SU Winner – Siena, ATS Winner – Harvard, O/U – Under
Betting Notes (2017-Present):
- Harvard ranks 142nd in three pointers attempted per game (22.6) while Siena ranks 228th (20.4).
- The Saints rank 173rd in steals allowed per game (6.3) while the Crimson rank 240th (7.0).
- Harvard ranks 40th in rebounds allowed per game (32.1) while Siena ranks 97th (33.7).
- The Crimson rank 21st in blocks allowed per game (2.4) while the Saints rank 106th (3.1).
- Harvard ranks 211th in assists per game (12.9) while Siena ranks 289th (11.5).
