The Davidson Wildcats (2-3) take on the Marquette Golden Eagles (3-1) in the at HP Field House. Action begins at 6:30 p.m. ET on Thursday, November 28, 2019.
Davidson Wildcats vs. Marquette Golden Eagles Betting Odds
In their last outing, the Golden Eagles were victorious over the Robert Morris Colonials, 66-62, while the Wildcats fell to the Wake Forest Demon Deacons, 82-70.
Marquette dominated nearly every facet of the game. They had an absurd free throw rate of 0.468 (above their season average of 0.286) and an offensive rebounding percentage of 32.3 (above their season average of 25.8). Robert Morris was 0.161 and 25.6, respectively, for those same stats. Davidson, on the other hand, had a better turnover percentage (10.6 vs. 14.8). Marquette received a boost from Brendan Bailey, who had 10 points and five rebounds. Meanwhile, Kellan Grady played a key role for Davidson with 20 points.
Second-chance opportunities might be hard to find for Marquette in this matchup. The Golden Eagles rank 156th in offensive rebounding percentage (29.2 percent), while Davidson ranks 39th in defensive rebounding percentage (75.2 percent) since last season. Additionally, the Wildcats’ 58th-ranked offense (effective field goal percentage of 0.535) will go head-to-head against the Golden Eagles’ 20th-ranked defense (effective field goal percentage allowed of 0.458).
Davidson Wildcats vs. Marquette Golden Eagles Pick
College Basketball Prediction: SU Winner – Marquette, ATS Winner – Davidson, O/U – Over
Betting Notes (2018-Present):
- Marquette ranks 39th in blocks per game (4.5) while Davidson ranks 248th (2.3).
- The Golden Eagles rank 104th in three pointers attempted per game (23.8) while the Wildcats rank 250th in three pointers allowed per game (23.9).
- Davidson averages 14.4 assists per game, which ranks 79th in the country. Marquette ranks 109th in assists allowed per game (12.3).
- The Wildcats rank 22nd in steals allowed per game (5.1) while the Golden Eagles rank 230th (7.0).
- Marquette ranks 36th in rebounds per game (38.4) while Davidson ranks 234th (34.2).
