The Central Connecticut State Blue Devils (2-22, 1-10 NEC) visit Chace Athletic Center to take on the Bryant Bulldogs (11-12, 3-7 NEC). The Blue Devils will attempt to snap a 13-game road losing streak. Action begins at 4 p.m. ET on Saturday, February 8, 2020.
Central Connecticut State Blue Devils at Bryant Bulldogs ATS Odds
In their last contest, the Bulldogs were victorious over the St. Francis Brooklyn Terriers, 73-60, while the Blue Devils were beaten by the Robert Morris Colonials, 64-57.
Bryant dominated nearly every facet of the game. They had a phenomenal free throw rate of 0.510 (above their season average of 0.181) and an offensive rebounding percentage of 34.5 (above their season average of 29.4). St. Francis Brooklyn recorded marks of 0.127 and 19.1, respectively, for those same stats. Central Connecticut State, on the other hand, had a better turnover percentage (14.7 vs. 16.2). Bryant received a boost from Patrick Harding, who put up 14 points and 15 rebounds. Jamir Reed, meanwhile had a solid performance for Central Connecticut State, recording 19 points and nine rebounds.
This series was highly contested last year, as the teams split their two games last season. In the most recent contest, the Blue Devils won 64-59. One of Central Connecticut State’s biggest advantages was their ability to convert at the free throw line. They were 17-21 (81.0 percent), while the Bulldogs were just 9-13 (69.2 percent). This will be the first meeting of the year between these two teams.
Bryant could have their way on the defensive side of the ball as they go head-to-head against one of the country’s worst offenses. The Bulldogs rank 54th in effective field goal percentage allowed (0.460), while Central Connecticut State is 342nd in effective field goal percentage (0.446).
Central Connecticut State Blue Devils vs. Bryant Bulldogs Odds Pick
College Basketball Pick: SU Winner – Bryant, ATS Winner – Central Connecticut State, O/U – Under
Betting Notes:
- Bryant ranks 15th in three pointers attempted per game (28.0) while Central Connecticut State ranks 261st (18.2).
- The Bulldogs rank 64th in steals per game (7.5) while the Blue Devils rank 178th in steals allowed per game (7.4).
- Bryant ranks 36th in blocks per game (4.5) while Central Connecticut State ranks 150th in blocks allowed per game (4.2).
- The Bulldogs average 38.7 rebounds per game, which ranks 45th in the nation. The Blue Devils rank 289th in rebounds allowed per game (40.7).
- Bryant ranks 86th in assists per game (14.0) while Central Connecticut State ranks 257th (10.1).
Bettings Trends:
- The Blue Devils’ average margin of defeat in their last five games has been 11.0, down from 16.4 for the season.
- During their last five games, the Bulldogs have scored an average of 69.2 points per game (2.1 below their season average) and allowed an average of 69.0 points per game (0.1 above their season average).
