The Central Connecticut State Blue Devils (2-20, 1-8 NEC) and the Saint Francis U Red Flash (12-8, 5-4 NEC) battle at DeGol Arena. The Blue Devils can snap an 11-game road losing streak. Action begins at 7 p.m. ET on Thursday, January 30, 2020.
Central Connecticut State Blue Devils at Saint Francis U Red Flash Betting Odds
In their last contest, the Red Flash were beaten by the St. Francis Brooklyn Terriers, 86-79, while the Blue Devils defeated the Wagner Seahawks, 86-76.
The Blue Devils had an effective field goal percentage of 0.522 (above their season average of 0.435) and had a turnover percentage of 8.3 (better than their season average of 19.2). Saint Francis U, on the other hand, had a turnover percentage of 9.9 (better than their season average of 16.1). Isaiah Blackmon played a pivotal role for Saint Francis U with 24 points and six rebounds. Meanwhile, Central Connecticut State was lifted by Jamir Reed, who recorded 17 points and eight rebounds.
In their first matchup this season, Blackmon led the Red Flash to a 93-69 victory. He was the game’s top overall scorer with 28 points. Saint Francis U had a much better offensive rebounding percentage (44.4 vs. 12.5). Central Connecticut State, meanwhile, had a much better turnover percentage (14.2 vs. 23.9).
The high-powered offense of Saint Francis U will face off against the porous defense of Central Connecticut State. The Red Flash currently rank 55th in offensive efficiency, while the Blue Devils are 345th in defensive efficiency. The Red Flash figure to have the advantage on that side of the ball.
Central Connecticut State Blue Devils at Saint Francis U Red Flash ATS Pick
Basketball Pick: SU Winner – Saint Francis U, ATS Winner – Saint Francis U, O/U – Over
Betting Notes:
- Saint Francis U ranks 90th in rebounds allowed per game (33.6) while Central Connecticut State ranks 271st (40.6).
- The Red Flash rank 162nd in three pointers allowed per game (22.4) while the Blue Devils rank 233rd (24.7).
- Central Connecticut State blocks 3.1 opponent shots per game, which is ranked 120th in the nation. Saint Francis U ranks 123rd in blocks allowed per game (3.6).
- The Red Flash rank 138th in assists allowed per game (12.8) while the Blue Devils rank 238th (16.2).
- Saint Francis U averages 6.8 steals per game, which ranks 107th in the nation. Central Connecticut State ranks 178th in steals allowed per game (7.5).
Bettings Trends:
- During their last five games, the Red Flash have scored an average of 77.4 points per game (0.1 below their season average) and allowed an average of 78.8 points per game (5.1 above their season average).
- The Blue Devils’ average margin of defeat in their last five games has been 15.8, down from 17.3 for the season.
