The Delaware Fightin’ Blue Hens (16-11, 8-6 CAA) will be at the JMU Convocation Center to clash against the James Madison Dukes (11-15, 4-9 CAA) in a CAA matchup. Action gets underway at 8 p.m. ET on Saturday, February 16, 2019.
Delaware Fightin’ Blue Hens vs. James Madison Dukes Betting Odds
Both teams were triumphant in their last game. The Dukes won a close one over the Drexel Dragons 71-69, while the Fightin’ Blue Hens beat the Towson Tigers 78-71.
The Fightin’ Blue Hens knocked down 23 of their 29 free throws (79.3 percent) and held the Tigers to an effective field goal percentage of 0.375 (below their season average of 0.486). Meanwhile, James Madison’s effective field goal percentage was their biggest strength over Drexel. The Dukes had a rate of 0.604 (above their season average of 0.500), while the Dragons posted a mark of 0.419 (below their season average of 0.531). James Madison’s Dwight Wilson had a good outing, contributing 20 points and 18 rebounds. Delaware rallied around Ryan Allen, who contributed 30 points and six rebounds.
In their first matchup this season, Allen led the Fightin’ Blue Hens to a 76-69 victory. He scored a game-high 29 points. Delaware did an excellent job of converting from the free throw line (12-14; 85.7 percent). James Madison, meanwhile, had a much better turnover percentage (5.7 vs. 13.8).
Half-court execution will be of utmost importance when a pair of the country’s slowest-paced teams clash. James Madison ranks 290th in possessions per game (67.0) and Delaware is 303rd (66.7).
Delaware at James Madison Free Pick
Basketball Pick: SU Winner – James Madison, ATS Winner – Delaware, O/U – Over
Betting Notes:
- James Madison ranks 116th in steals per game (6.5) while Delaware ranks 234th (4.5).
- The Fightin’ Blue Hens rank 164th in assists per game (13.0) while the Dukes rank 169th in assists allowed per game (13.7).
Bettings Trends:
- During their last five games, the Dukes have scored an average of 71.0 points per game (0.8 above their season average) and allowed an average of 75.6 points per game (3.3 above their season average).
- The Fightin’ Blue Hens have been outscored by an average of 3.8 points in their last five games. On the season, Delaware has defeated opponents by an average of 0.7 points.
