The Delaware State Hornets (3-18, 2-5 MEAC) head to Echols Hall to square off against the Norfolk State Spartans (10-13, 6-2 MEAC). The Hornets will attempt to snap an eight-game road losing streak. The game is scheduled to start at 6:30 p.m. ET on Saturday, February 8, 2020.
Delaware State Hornets at Norfolk State Spartans ATS Odds
Both teams were beaten in their last game. The Spartans were beaten by the North Carolina Central Eagles, 69-63, while the Hornets lost a close one to the Maryland Eastern Shore Hawks, 68-66.
Delaware State had a free throw rate of 0.278 (above their season average of 0.218) while Norfolk State held North Carolina Central to an offensive rebounding percentage of 14.3 (below their season average of 29.4). Norfolk State rallied around Jermaine Bishop, who had 10 points, seven rebounds and seven assists. John Crosby, meanwhile led the way for Delaware State, recording 19 points and five rebounds.
The Spartans dominated this series last year, securing victories in both contests. In the last game, Norfolk State won 74-66. Norfolk State’s rebounding was their largest strength. The Spartans had 16 offensive rebounds and 52 total rebounds, while the Hornets had 10 and 31, respectively. This will be the first matchup of the year between these two teams.
From an effective field goal percentage perspective, Norfolk State should have a noteworthy advantage. The Spartans defense ranks 77th in effective field goal percentage allowed (0.466), while the Delaware State offense is ranked 325th in effective field goal percentage (0.460). Moreover, the Hornets rank 293rd in turnover percentage (21.0 percent), while the Spartans rank 32nd in opponents’ turnover percentage (23.0 percent).
Delaware State Hornets at Norfolk State Spartans Betting Pick
Basketball Tip: SU Winner – Norfolk State, ATS Winner – Norfolk State, O/U – Over
Betting Notes:
- Norfolk State ranks 109th in rebounds allowed per game (34.1) while Delaware State ranks 286th (40.0).
- The Spartans average 22.5 three pointers per game, which ranks 130th in the country. The Hornets rank 233rd in three pointers allowed per game (24.6).
- The Spartans rank 64th in steals per game (7.5) while the Hornets rank 203rd in steals allowed per game (8.6).
- Norfolk State averages 13.1 assists per game, which ranks 141st in the NCAA. Delaware State ranks 247th in assists allowed per game (16.5).
Bettings Trends:
- During their last five games, the Hornets have scored an average of 66.4 points per game (3.9 below their season average) and allowed an average of 77.6 points per game (4.7 below their season average).
- The Spartans’ average margin of victory in their last five games has been 7.4, up from 4.6 for the season.
