The UConn Huskies (2-1) will be in the Charleston Classic at TD Arena when they take on the Buffalo Bulls (2-1). The game can be seen on ESPNU at 9 p.m. ET on Thursday, November 21, 2019.
Buffalo Bulls vs. UConn Huskies Betting Odds
Both teams were triumphant in their last game. The Huskies edged the 15th-ranked Florida Gators 62-59, while the Bulls were victorious over the Harvard Crimson 88-76.
The Bulls had a much better effective field goal percentage (0.543 vs. 0.415) and had a better turnover percentage (14.7 vs. 17.9). The Huskies, on the other hand, had a much better turnover percentage (11.6 vs. 17.6) and had a better free throw rate (0.271 vs. 0.182). UConn’s Christian Vital had a solid performance, recording 15 points and five assists. Ronaldo Segu, meanwhile was a key piece for Buffalo with 21 points, six assists and five rebounds.
The offense of UConn will go head-to-head against the top-notch defense of Buffalo. Dating back to last season, the Huskies rank 141st in offensive efficiency, while the Bulls are 34th in defensive efficiency. The Bulls figure to have the edge on that side of the ball. Moreover, the Bulls rank 49th in offensive rebounding percentage (32.8 percent), while the Huskies rank 269th in defensive rebounding percentage (69.7 percent).
Buffalo vs. UConn Odds Pick
Free Basketball Pick: SU Winner – UConn, ATS Winner – UConn, O/U – Under
Betting Notes (2018-Present):
- Buffalo ranks eighth in assists per game (16.9) while UConn ranks 201st (12.7).
- The Huskies rank 30th in blocks per game (4.6) while the Bulls rank 129th in blocks allowed per game (3.2).
- Buffalo ranks 48th in steals allowed per game (5.4) while UConn ranks 124th (6.1).
- The Bulls average 40.9 rebounds per game, which ranks fifth in the NCAA. The Huskies rank 187th in rebounds allowed per game (35.4).
- Buffalo ranks eighth in three pointers attempted per game (28.6) while UConn ranks 166th (22.3).
