A six-game home winning streak is on the line for the Pittsburgh Panthers (9-3) when they take on the Canisius Golden Griffins (5-6) at Petersen Events Center. The game starts at 12 p.m. ET on Monday, December 30, 2019.
Canisius Golden Griffins at Pittsburgh Panthers Betting Odds
In their last matchup, the Panthers dismantled the Binghamton Bearcats, 79-53, while the Golden Griffins lost a close one to the Siena Saints, 73-72.
Pittsburgh dominated every facet of the game. They had a free throw rate of 0.176 (matching their season average) and a turnover percentage of 12.6 (better than their season average of 16.6). Binghamton put up marks of 0.018 and 31.7, respectively, for those same stats. Canisius, meanwhile, had a better turnover percentage (15.4 vs. 18.5). Justin Champagnie played a key role for Pittsburgh with 14 points and 10 rebounds. Majesty Brandon, meanwhile played well for Canisius, putting up 30 points.
Pittsburgh could dominate the offensive glass in this meeting. The Panthers currently rank 36th in offensive rebounding percentage (34.6 percent), while Canisius ranks 335th in defensive rebounding percentage (65.7 percent). Moreover, the Golden Griffins’ 261st-ranked offense (offensive efficiency of 98.9) will face a difficult test against the Panthers’ 50th-ranked defense (defensive efficiency of 90.4).
Canisius Golden Griffins at Pittsburgh Panthers Betting Pick
Pick: SU Winner – Pittsburgh, ATS Winner – Pittsburgh, O/U – Under
Betting Notes:
- Pittsburgh ranks 31st in steals allowed per game (5.3) while Canisius ranks 158th (7.5).
- The Golden Griffins rank 222nd in three pointers attempted per game (19.1) while the Panthers rank 257th (17.5).
- The Panthers rank 121st in rebounds per game (36.4) while the Golden Griffins rank 207th in rebounds allowed per game (37.1).
- Canisius ranks 41st in blocks allowed per game (2.6) while Pittsburgh ranks 97th (3.4).
Bettings Trends:
- During their last five games, the Panthers have scored an average of 65.4 points per game (0.7 above their season average) and allowed an average of 57.2 points per game (0.9 below their season average).
- The Golden Griffins have been outscored by an average of 2.4 points in their last five games. On the season, Canisius has defeated opponents by an average of 0.1 points.
