Drexel Dragons vs. Towson Tigers Free Prediction 02/16/19

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The Drexel Dragons (12-15, 6-8 CAA) will be at SECU Arena to clash against the Towson Tigers (9-17, 5-8 CAA) in a CAA matchup. Action begins at 2 p.m. ET on Saturday, February 16, 2019.

Drexel Dragons at Towson Tigers ATS Odds

Both teams were beaten in their last matchup. The Tigers lost to the Delaware Fightin’ Blue Hens, 78-71, while the Dragons lost a tough one against the James Madison Dukes, 71-69.

Drexel had a turnover percentage of 9.6 (better than their season average of 15.2) while Towson held Delaware to an offensive rebounding percentage of 21.7 (below the 27.8 mark opponents have averaged against Towson this season). Towson’s Brian Fobbs led the way, contributing 29 points and nine rebounds. Meanwhile, James Butler played a pivotal role for Drexel with 14 points and 12 rebounds.

In their first matchup this season, Alihan Demir led the Dragons to a 72-66 victory. He recorded a double-double with 22 points and 16 rebounds. Drexel did a terrific job of converting from the charity stripe (16-20; 80.0 percent). Towson, meanwhile, had a better turnover percentage (6.0 vs. 9.4).

Towson could have difficulty getting to the free throw line in this battle. The Tigers rank 292nd in the NCAA with a free throw attempt (FTA) rate of 0.199, while Drexel ranks 45th in FTA rate allowed (0.189).

Drexel vs. Towson Betting Pick

Pick: SU Winner – Towson, ATS Winner – Towson, O/U – Over

Betting Notes:

  • Drexel ranks 74th in assists per game (14.7) while Towson ranks 259th (9.8).
  • The Tigers rank 23rd in steals allowed per game (5.1) while the Dragons rank 94th (6.1).
  • Towson ranks 44th in rebounds allowed per game (32.1) while Drexel ranks 66th (32.9).
  • The Dragons rank 78th in three pointers allowed per game (20.6) while the Tigers rank 242nd (25.0).
  • Towson ranks 11th in blocks allowed per game (2.2) while Drexel ranks 141st (3.7).

Bettings Trends:

  • The Dragons have outscored opponents by an average of 1.2 points in their last five games. For the season, Drexel has lost by an average of 0.1 points.
  • During their last five games, the Tigers have scored an average of 65.6 points per game (1.1 below their season average) and allowed an average of 70.2 points per game (0.0 below their season average).