Drexel Dragons vs. UNCW Seahawks Betting Prediction 01/12/19

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The Drexel Dragons (8-10, 2-3 CAA) will be at Raiford G. Trask Coliseum to take on the UNCW Seahawks (6-11, 2-2 CAA) in a CAA matchup. Action gets underway at 2 p.m. ET on Saturday, January 12, 2019.

Drexel Dragons vs. UNCW Seahawks Betting Odds

In their last contest, the Seahawks fell to the Delaware Fightin’ Blue Hens, 82-69, while the Dragons won a close one over the Charleston Cougars, 79-78.

The Dragons made 15 of their 20 free throws (75.0 percent) and had a much better offensive rebounding percentage (30.3 vs. 23.3). UNCW, meanwhile, had a turnover percentage of 8.0 (better than their season average of 18.5). UNCW was led by Devontae Cacok, who put up 12 points and 12 rebounds. Trevor John, meanwhile was a key piece for Drexel with 22 points and five rebounds.

The Seahawks dominated this series last year, securing victories in both games. In the last matchup, UNCW won 83-82. UNCW’s effective field goal percentage was its largest strength over Drexel. The Seahawks had a rate of 0.474 while the Dragons posted a mark of 0.442. This is the first time these teams will go head-to-head this year.

Cacok has taken his game to another level as of late for UNCW, averaging 15 points,12.8 rebounds over the last five games.

The battle on the backboards could prove decisive, pitting strength against strength. The Seahawks rank 46th in offensive rebounding percentage (34.1 percent), while Drexel ranks 55th in defensive rebounding percentage (75.3 percent).

Drexel Dragons at UNCW Seahawks Betting Pick

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

Betting Notes:

  • Drexel ranks 79th in three pointers allowed per game (20.8) while UNCW ranks 229th (26.3).
  • The Dragons rank 39th in rebounds allowed per game (31.9) while the Seahawks rank 80th (33.5).
  • The Seahawks average 15.4 assists per game, which ranks 62nd in the country. The Dragons rank 158th in assists allowed per game (14.0).
  • UNCW ranks 28th in blocks allowed per game (2.5) while Drexel ranks 103rd (3.6).

Bettings Trends:

  • The Dragons’ average margin of defeat in their last five games has been 5.4, up from 0.3 for the season.
  • During their last five games, the Seahawks have scored an average of 72.2 points per game (3.6 below their season average) and allowed an average of 75.2 points per game (5.0 below their season average).