The NJIT Highlanders (2-2) will be at home in the Wellness and Events Center when they square off against the Binghamton Bearcats (1-3). Action begins at 7 p.m. ET on Wednesday, November 20, 2019.
Binghamton Bearcats at NJIT Highlanders Betting Odds
Both teams were triumphant in their last game. The Highlanders dismantled the Wagner Seahawks 88-69, while the Bearcats beat the Sacred Heart Pioneers 76-72.
Binghamton’s turnover percentage was their biggest advantage over Sacred Heart. The Bearcats had a rate of 6.8 (better than their season average of 19.9), while the Pioneers posted a mark of 15.8 (above the 9.2 mark opponents have averaged against Binghamton this season). The Highlanders, meanwhile, had a ridiculously low turnover percentage of 5.5 (better than their season average of 18.3) and had a free throw rate of 0.400 (above their season average of 0.155). NJIT rallied around Zach Cooks, who finished with 21 points and seven rebounds. Sam Sessoms, meanwhile had a solid performance for Binghamton, recording 27 points, 12 rebounds and six assists.
The Highlanders won the lone contest between these two teams last year, 74-57. NJIT’s 0.492 effective field goal percentage was its biggest strength over Binghamton, who had a rate of 0.360.
Since the 2018-19 season, NJIT has done a great job of getting to the free throw line. They rank 46th in free throw attempt (FTA) rate (0.269), but Binghamton has been among the best in the NCAA at keeping opponents off the line (ranking eighth by allowing a FTA rate of 0.166).
Binghamton Bearcats vs. NJIT Highlanders Odds Pick
Free Basketball Pick: SU Winner – NJIT, ATS Winner – NJIT, O/U – Over
Betting Notes (2018-Present):
- Binghamton ranks 37th in blocks per game (4.5) while NJIT ranks 209th (2.6).
- The Highlanders rank 205th in rebounds allowed per game (35.7) while the Bearcats rank 303rd (38.9).
- NJIT ranks 172nd in steals per game (6.1) while Binghamton ranks 238th (5.4).
- The Bearcats rank 83rd in three pointers attempted per game (24.3) while the Highlanders rank 243rd (20.5).
- NJIT ranks 134th in assists allowed per game (12.7) while Binghamton ranks 293rd (16.5).
