The undefeated DePaul Blue Demons (4-0) look to remain perfect when they go head-to-head with the Cornell Big Red (1-2) at Wintrust Arena. The game gets underway at 1 p.m. ET on Saturday, November 16, 2019.
Cornell Big Red at DePaul Blue Demons ATS Odds
In their last contest, the Blue Demons beat the Iowa Hawkeyes, 93-78, while the Big Red lost a close one to the NJIT Highlanders, 59-58.
DePaul’s effective field goal percentage was their largest strength over Iowa. The Blue Demons had a rate of 0.711 (above their season average of 0.571), while the Hawkeyes posted a mark of 0.482 (below their season average of 0.536). Cornell, on the other hand, had a better effective field goal percentage (0.464 vs. 0.412). Paul Reed played well for DePaul with 25 points and 12 rebounds. Terrance McBride led the way for Cornell, contributing 17 points.
The high-powered offense of DePaul will square off against the mid-tier defense of Cornell. Dating back to the 2018-19 season, the Blue Demons rank 66th in offensive efficiency, while the Big Red are 170th in defensive efficiency. The Blue Demons should have the advantage on that side of the ball.
Cornell Big Red at DePaul Blue Demons ATS Pick
Free Pick: SU Winner – Cornell, ATS Winner – Cornell, O/U – Over
Betting Notes (2018-Present):
- DePaul ranks 52nd in rebounds allowed per game (32.5) while Cornell ranks 260th (37.2).
- The Blue Demons average 6.7 steals per game, which ranks 101st in the nation. The Big Red rank 148th in steals allowed per game (6.3).
- DePaul ranks 126th in blocks per game (3.5) while Cornell ranks 164th in blocks allowed per game (3.5).
- The Big Red rank 80th in three pointers allowed per game (20.8) while the Blue Demons rank 275th (25.3).
- Cornell ranks 68th in assists per game (14.7) while DePaul ranks 192nd in assists allowed per game (13.6).
