The UMBC Retrievers (4-3) will be at home in the UMBC Event Center when they challenge the Drexel Dragons (4-3). Action starts at 1 p.m. ET on Saturday, November 30, 2019.
Drexel Dragons at UMBC Retrievers ATS Odds
In their last game, the Retrievers fell to the Nicholls Colonels, 82-72, while the Dragons had no trouble getting past the Rosemont College Ravens, 84-51.
Drexel dominated nearly every facet of the game. They had a turnover percentage of 14.3 (better than their season average of 22.2) and an offensive rebounding percentage of 45.2 (above their season average of 29.2). Rosemont College was 24.7 and 28.9, respectively, for those same stats. UMBC, meanwhile, had an offensive rebounding percentage of 36.6 (above their season average of 29.6). UMBC received a boost from K.J. Jackson, who recorded 19 points and nine assists. Meanwhile, James Butler had a good outing for Drexel, putting up 20 points and 10 rebounds.
The Retrievers won the lone game between these two teams last year, 91-76. Converting at the free throw line was one of UMBC’s biggest strengths. They were 11-13 (84.6 percent), while the Dragons were 8-11 (72.7 percent).
It could be a difficult game for UMBC on the offensive glass. Dating back to last season, the Retrievers rank 246th in offensive rebounding percentage (26.6 percent), while Drexel ranks 71st in defensive rebounding percentage (74.3 percent).
Drexel Dragons vs. UMBC Retrievers ATS Pick
College Basketball Prediction: SU Winner – UMBC, ATS Winner – UMBC, O/U – Over
Betting Notes (2018-Present):
- Drexel ranks 45th in three pointers allowed per game (19.7) while UMBC ranks 278th (25.2).
- The Dragons rank 50th in assists per game (14.9) while the Retrievers rank 137th (13.6).
- The Retrievers rank 48th in steals per game (7.5) while the Dragons rank 270th (4.9).
- UMBC ranks 31st in blocks allowed per game (2.6) while Drexel ranks 190th (3.6).
