Boston University Terriers vs. West Virginia Mountaineers ATS Prediction 11/22/19

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The West Virginia Mountaineers (3-0) try to remain perfect when they meet the Boston University Terriers (3-2) at WVU Coliseum. Action starts at 7 p.m. ET on Friday, November 22, 2019.

Boston University Terriers vs. West Virginia Mountaineers Betting Odds

Both teams defeated their last opponent. The Mountaineers defeated the Northern Colorado Bears 69-61, while the Terriers beat the South Carolina Gamecocks 78-70.

Boston University dominated nearly every facet of the game. They had a free throw rate of 0.234 (above their season average of 0.168) and an effective field goal percentage of 0.492 (below their season average of 0.523). For those same stats, South Carolina had marks of 0.179 and 0.433, respectively. The Mountaineers, on the other hand, had a much better offensive rebounding percentage (46.9 vs. 20.6) and had a better effective field goal percentage (0.519 vs. 0.453). West Virginia was lifted by Jermaine Haley, who put up 18 points and 12 rebounds. Javante McCoy led the way for Boston University, putting up 17 points, seven rebounds and five assists.

Expect this one to be a clinic on boxing out as two of the NCAA’s top rebounding teams square off. Dating back to the 2018-19 season, the Mountaineers rank eighth in offensive rebounding percentage (37.1 percent), while Boston University ranks 41st in defensive rebounding percentage (75.1 percent).

Boston University Terriers vs. West Virginia Mountaineers Odds Pick

College Basketball Pick: SU Winner – West Virginia, ATS Winner – West Virginia, O/U – Over

Betting Notes (2018-Present):

  • West Virginia ranks 14th in rebounds per game (39.9) while Boston University ranks 266th (33.4).
  • The Mountaineers rank 129th in three pointers attempted per game (23.0) while the Terriers rank 259th (19.8).
  • West Virginia ranks 140th in assists per game (13.6) while Boston University ranks 178th in assists allowed per game (13.4).
  • The Terriers rank 117th in steals allowed per game (6.1) while the Mountaineers rank 274th (8.2).
  • West Virginia ranks 123rd in blocks per game (3.5) while Boston University ranks 261st (2.2).