The Boston University Terriers (7-6) will be at Bender Arena to go head-to-head against the American University Eagles (6-5) in a Pat matchup. Action begins at 7 p.m. ET on Wednesday, January 2, 2019.
Boston University Terriers at American University Eagles Betting Odds
Both teams narrowly defeated their last opponent. The Eagles defeated the George Mason Patriots 78-75, while the Terriers beat the Northeastern Huskies 77-74.
The Terriers had a much better offensive rebounding percentage (37.1 vs. 24.2) and had a better effective field goal percentage (0.542 vs. 0.500). The Eagles, meanwhile, had a better turnover percentage (14.0 vs. 16.6) and had a better effective field goal percentage (0.515 vs. 0.469). Sam Iorio had a solid performance for American University, contributing 17 points and 13 rebounds. Tyler Scanlon, meanwhile fueled Boston University with 16 points and eight rebounds.
The Eagles dominated this series last year, taking both contests. In the most recent matchup, American University won 60-56. American University had a better effective field goal percentage (0.531 vs. 0.440). Boston University, meanwhile, had a much better turnover percentage (16.8 vs. 22.9). This will be the first matchup of the year between these two teams.
Sa’eed Nelson has really been playing well as of late for American University, averaging 0 points over the last five games.
Looking at effective field goal percentage, American University figures to have a noteworthy edge. The Eagles defense ranks 13th in effective field goal percentage allowed (0.436), while the Boston University offense is ranked 130th in effective field goal percentage (0.527).
Boston University vs. American University ATS Pick
Basketball Tip: SU Winner – American University, O/U – Under
Betting Notes:
- American University ranks 11th in three pointers allowed per game (17.8) while Boston University ranks 112th (21.9).
- The Eagles rank 56th in blocks per game (4.2) while the Terriers rank 62nd in blocks allowed per game (3.0).
- The Terriers rank 142nd in rebounds per game (36.0) while the Eagles rank 175th in rebounds allowed per game (36.7).
- American University is 42nd in the country with 11.3 assists allowed per game while Boston University is 54th with 11.7 assists allowed per game.
Bettings Trends:
- During their last five games, the Eagles have scored an average of 68.8 points per game (2.5 below their season average) and allowed an average of 63.0 points per game (3.5 below their season average).
- The Terriers’ average margin of victory in their last five games has been 5.2, up from 3.5 for the season.
