The Wagner Seahawks (2-4) will travel to Bender Arena to clash against the American University Eagles (4-1). Action begins at 7 p.m. ET on Friday, November 30, 2018.
Wagner Seahawks at American University Eagles ATS Odds
In their last contest, the Eagles were victorious over the VMI Keydets, 74-64, while the Seahawks lost big to the Rider Broncs, 89-65.
American University played a nearly flawless game. They had a superb offensive rebounding percentage of 31.3 (above their season average of 22.9) and a free throw rate of 0.412 (above their season average of 0.183). For those same stats, VMI was 11.4 and 0.310, respectively. Wagner, meanwhile, had an effective field goal percentage of 0.538 (above their season average of 0.467). Sam Iorio had a good performance for American University with 18 points and 14 rebounds. Meanwhile, Wagner was lifted by Nigel Jackson, who contributed 14 points.
The Seahawks won the lone contest between these two teams last season, 71-70. Wagner was effective at getting to and converting from the free throw line. The Seahawks made 24 of their 28 free throws (85.7 percent), while the Eagles were just 17-28 (60.7 percent).
The offense of American University will go head-to-head against the top-notch defense of Wagner. Since last season, the Eagles rank 322nd in offensive efficiency, while the Seahawks are 100th in defensive efficiency. The Seahawks should have the advantage on that end of the court. Furthermore, the Seahawks have been among the nation’s best on the offensive backboards, ranking seventh in offensive rebounding percentage (36.4 percent). The Eagles, meanwhile, rank 268th at grabbing defensive rebounds with a defensive rebounding percentage of 69.7 percent.
Wagner Seahawks at American University Eagles Pick
Free Prediction: SU Winner – American University, O/U – Over
Betting Notes (2017-Present):
- Wagner ranks 22nd in rebounds per game (39.3) while American University ranks 312th (30.5).
- The Seahawks rank 193rd in assists per game (13.2) while the Eagles rank 273rd (11.9).
- American University ranks 14th in three pointers allowed per game (17.9) while Wagner ranks 80th (20.5).
- The Seahawks average 6.6 steals per game, which ranks 115th in the NCAA. The Eagles rank 232nd in steals allowed per game (7.0).
- Wagner averages 4.0 blocks per game, which ranks 75th in the nation. American University ranks 174th in blocks allowed per game (3.5).
