The Boston University Terriers (11-16, 4-10 Pat) will be at the Hart Recreation Center to clash with the Holy Cross Crusaders (14-13, 5-9 Pat) in a Pat matchup. Action begins at 7:05 p.m. ET on Monday, February 18, 2019, and can be seen on CBS Sports Network.
Boston University Terriers vs. Holy Cross Crusaders Betting Odds
In their last outing, the Crusaders barely escaped the Bucknell Bison, 72-71, while the Terriers lost to the Lehigh Mountain Hawks, 84-79.
The Crusaders forced 23 turnovers and had a free throw rate of 0.322 (above their season average of 0.152). Boston University, meanwhile, forced Lehigh into a turnover percentage of 20.4 (above their season average of 16.9). Jehyve Floyd fueled Holy Cross with 19 points and eight rebounds. Meanwhile, Boston University was lifted by Tyler Scanlon, who finished with 19 points, six assists and five steals.
In their first matchup this season, Scanlon led the Terriers to a 68-54 victory. He registered a double-double with 17 points and 10 rebounds. Boston University had a much better offensive rebounding percentage (44.4 vs. 9.1). Holy Cross, on the other hand, did a great job of making free throws (8-10; 80.0 percent).
There’s a decent chance that Boston University struggles to create turnovers. Holy Cross ranks 44th in the country at avoiding errors (turnover percentage of 16.6 percent), while Boston University forces the 222nd-most turnovers (18.5 percent).
Boston University Terriers at Holy Cross Crusaders Free Pick
Basketball Tip: SU Winner – Holy Cross, ATS Winner – Holy Cross, O/U – Under
Betting Notes:
- Boston University ranks 42nd in rebounds allowed per game (32.1) while Holy Cross ranks 196th (36.1).
- The Crusaders rank 87th in blocks per game (3.7) while the Terriers rank 95th in blocks allowed per game (3.3).
- Holy Cross ranks 231st in three pointers attempted per game (20.0) while Boston University ranks 237th (19.9).
- The Crusaders rank 27th in assists per game (15.9) while the Terriers rank 138th in assists allowed per game (13.2).
- Holy Cross averages 7.6 steals per game, which ranks 55th in the country. Boston University ranks 83rd in steals allowed per game (5.9).
Bettings Trends:
- The Crusaders’ average margin of defeat in their last five games has been 1.6, up from 0.9 for the season.
- During their last five games, the Terriers have scored an average of 72.8 points per game (3.3 above their season average) and allowed an average of 76.8 points per game (6.9 above their season average).
