Delaware Fightin’ Blue Hens at Drexel Dragons Betting Prediction 01/03/20

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The Delaware Fightin’ Blue Hens (11-4, 1-1 CAA) will be at the John A Daskalakis Center to meet the Drexel Dragons (8-7, 1-1 CAA) in a CAA matchup. Action starts at 7 p.m. ET on Friday, January 3, 2020.

Delaware Fightin’ Blue Hens vs. Drexel Dragons ATS Odds

In their last outing, the Dragons were victorious over the UNCW Seahawks, 71-66, while the Fightin’ Blue Hens fell to the Charleston Cougars, 75-63.

Drexel was 8-18 on three pointers (44.4 percent). UNCW, meanwhile, was just 1-6 (16.7 percent). Delaware, meanwhile, did a terrific job of making free throws (16-21; 76.2 percent). Drexel’s Camren Wynter led the way, recording 30 points and five rebounds. Delaware was lifted by Nate Darling, who put up 17 points.

This series was highly competitive last year, as the teams split their two games last season. The Dragons won the most recent matchup 68-60. Drexel’s rebounding was their biggest advantage. The Dragons had more offensive rebounds (14 vs. 8), defensive rebounds (25 vs. 16) and total rebounds (39 vs. 24). This is the first time these teams will go head-to-head this year.

Delaware appears to have the advantage on the offensive side of the ball. The Fightin’ Blue Hens rank 86th in offensive efficiency, while Drexel ranks 223rd in defensive efficiency.

Delaware vs. Drexel Odds Pick

Basketball Prediction: SU Winner – Drexel, ATS Winner – Drexel, O/U – Under

Betting Notes:

  • Drexel ranks 24th in three pointers allowed per game (18.1) while Delaware ranks 192nd (23.8).
  • The Fightin’ Blue Hens rank 174th in steals per game (5.6) while the Dragons rank 183rd in steals allowed per game (8.5).
  • The Fightin’ Blue Hens rank 27th in blocks allowed per game (2.5) while the Dragons rank 95th (3.4).
  • Drexel averages 14.9 assists per game, which ranks 64th in the country. Delaware ranks 116th in assists allowed per game (12.5).

Bettings Trends:

  • During their last five games, the Dragons have scored an average of 64.4 points per game (5.0 below their season average) and allowed an average of 67.0 points per game (3.2 below their season average).
  • The Fightin’ Blue Hens have been outscored by an average of 1.0 point in their last five games. For the season, Delaware has defeated opponents by an average of 7.5 points.