The Davidson Wildcats (17-5, 8-1 A10) travel to William D. Mullins Center to meet the Massachusetts Minutemen (8-15, 1-9 A10). The Wildcats look to prolong their five-game winning streak. Action begins at 1 p.m. ET on Saturday, February 9, 2019.
Davidson Wildcats at Massachusetts Minutemen Betting Odds
In their last contest, the Minutemen lost big to the Fordham Rams, 85-67, while the Wildcats were victorious over the Rhode Island Rams, 68-53.
The Wildcats made 17 of their 24 free throws (70.8 percent) and had an effective field goal percentage of 0.593 (above their season average of 0.528). Massachusetts, meanwhile, did a fantastic job of making free throws (19-22; 86.4 percent). Unique McLean had a solid performance for Massachusetts, recording 10 points, six rebounds and six assists. Davidson rallied around Jon Axel Gudmundsson, who finished with 20 points, 12 rebounds and five assists.
The Wildcats won the lone game between these two teams last year, 83-78. One of Davidson’s largest strengths was getting to the free throw line. They made 28 trips to the line, while Massachusetts went just 11 times. This is the first time these teams will battle this year.
Massachusetts might struggle to score as they go head-to-head against one of the NCAA’s best defenses. Davidson currently ranks 83rd in defensive efficiency, while the Minutemen rank 200th in offensive efficiency.
Davidson vs. Massachusetts Odds Pick
Pick: SU Winner – Davidson, ATS Winner – Massachusetts, O/U – Under
Betting Notes:
- Massachusetts ranks 65th in three pointers allowed per game (20.4) while Davidson ranks 237th (25.1).
- The Wildcats rank 24th in steals allowed per game (5.1) while the Minutemen rank 112th (6.4).
- The Wildcats average 14.4 assists per game, which ranks 94th in the nation. The Minutemen rank 219th in assists allowed per game (15.1).
- Davidson ranks seventh in blocks allowed per game (2.0) while Massachusetts ranks 114th (3.5).
Bettings Trends:
- The Wildcats’ average margin of victory in their last five games has been 9.8, up from 6.4 for the season.
- During their last five games, the Minutemen have scored an average of 61.6 points per game (9.7 below their season average) and allowed an average of 68.8 points per game (3.9 below their season average).
