The Siena Saints (2-5) will be at home in the Times Union Center when they clash against the Bucknell Bison (4-7). The game starts at 6 p.m. ET on Saturday, December 21, 2019.
Bucknell Bison at Siena Saints ATS Odds
In their last contest, the Saints lost to the Cal Poly Mustangs, 70-66, while the Bison edged the Albany Great Danes, 65-64.
Bucknell’s 19.1 turnover percentage was their biggest strength over Albany, who had a mark of 27.8. The Bison’s mark was worse than their season average of 17.8, while the Great Danes’ was above their season average of 15.9. Siena, on the other hand, had an offensive rebounding percentage of 38.6 (above their season average of 30.4). Gary Harris, Jr. played a key role for Siena with 16 points and six rebounds. Meanwhile, Bucknell received a boost from Jimmy Sotos, who had 23 points.
Siena should be expected to protect the ball well in this contest. Dating back to the 2018-19 season, Siena ranks 23rd in the country at avoiding errors (turnover percentage of 16.4 percent), while Bucknell has forced the 42nd-fewest turnovers (17.0 percent).
Bucknell Bison vs. Siena Saints Free Pick
Basketball Prediction: SU Winner – Bucknell, ATS Winner – Bucknell, O/U – Over
Betting Notes (2018-Present):
- Siena ranks 17th in steals allowed per game (4.8) while Bucknell ranks 124th (6.9).
- The Bison are 39th in the country with 20.5 three pointers allowed per game while the Saints are 55th with 19.7 three pointers allowed per game.
- The Saints rank 50th in assists allowed per game (11.0) while the Bison rank 138th (13.2).
- Bucknell ranks 217th in rebounds per game (34.4) while Siena ranks 240th (31.3).
