The Bethune-Cookman Wildcats (14-16, 9-7 MEAC) challenge the Howard Bison (16-15, 10-6 MEAC) in the Mid-Eastern Conference Tourney at Norfolk Scope Arena. Action begins at 8 p.m. ET on Thursday, March 14, 2019.
Bethune-Cookman Wildcats vs. Howard Bison Betting Odds
In their last game, the Bison won a close one over the Norfolk State Spartans, 98-95, while the Wildcats were beaten by the Florida A&M Rattlers, 64-56.
The Bison had a turnover percentage of 12.2 (better than their season average of 14.4) and had an effective field goal percentage of 0.558 (above their season average of 0.485). Bethune-Cookman, on the other hand, forced Florida A&M into a turnover percentage of 24.7 (above their season average of 21.0). Howard was led by RJ Cole, who contributed 36 points and seven assists. Cletrell Pope, meanwhile had a good outing for Bethune-Cookman, finishing with 17 points and 13 rebounds.
There could be plenty of transition action in this battle that features a pair of the NCAA’s more up-tempo teams. Howard ranks 15th in possessions per game (74.6) and Bethune-Cookman is 31st (73.4). Furthermore, the Wildcats’ 27th-ranked defense (effective field goal percentage allowed of 0.466) will square off against the Bison’s 277th-ranked offense (effective field goal percentage of 0.488).
Bethune-Cookman Wildcats vs. Howard Bison Free Pick
Free Basketball Tip: SU Winner – Howard, ATS Winner – Howard, O/U – Under
Betting Notes:
- Bethune-Cookman ranks seventh in rebounds per game (40.9) while Howard ranks 275th in rebounds allowed per game (39.0).
- The Wildcats rank 238th in three pointers attempted per game (20.3) while the Bison rank 259th (19.6).
- Howard averages 5.7 steals per game, which ranks 174th in the NCAA. Bethune-Cookman ranks 183rd in steals allowed per game (7.0).
- The Wildcats rank 88th in assists per game (14.3) while the Bison rank 225th in assists allowed per game (14.4).
- Howard averages 4.0 blocks per game, which ranks 60th in the country. Bethune-Cookman ranks 171st in blocks allowed per game (3.9).
Bettings Trends:
- During their last five games, the Wildcats have scored an average of 77.8 points per game (3.8 above their season average) and allowed an average of 73.0 points per game (0.8 above their season average).
- The Bison’s average margin of victory in their last five games has been 1.4, up from 0.9 for the season.
