The Duquesne Dukes (15-6, 6-2 A10) will be at University of Dayton Arena to go head-to-head with the Dayton Flyers (14-7, 6-2 A10) in an A10 matchup. Action begins at 2 p.m. ET on Saturday, February 2, 2019.
Duquesne Dukes vs. Dayton Flyers Betting Odds
Both teams were victorious in their last game. The Flyers were victorious over the Saint Joseph’s Hawks 75-64, while the Dukes barely escaped the Rhode Island Rams 75-72.
The Dukes, who came into the game averaging an offensive rebounding percentage of 31.1, had an absurd mark of 50.0, while the Rams had a free throw rate of 0.153 (below their season average of 0.265). The Flyers, on the other hand, held the Hawks to an offensive rebounding percentage of 14.3 (below their season average of 22.7). The Hawks had a free throw rate of 0.105 (below their season average of 0.229). Dayton’s Obi Toppin had a good game, contributing 25 points and 12 rebounds. Duquesne, meanwhile, rallied around Michael Hughes, who had 12 points and nine rebounds.
This series was highly competitive last year. Each won one of the two games played against each other last season. In the last matchup, the Flyers won 88-73. One of Dayton’s largest advantages was their ability to convert at the free throw line. They were 18-22 (81.8 percent), while the Dukes were just 7-9 (77.8 percent). This will be the first matchup of the year between these two teams.
Dayton should have the advantage on the offensive side of the ball. The Flyers rank 19th in effective field goal percentage (0.560), while Duquesne ranks 156th in effective field goal percentage allowed (0.498).
Duquesne vs. Dayton ATS Pick
College Basketball Pick: SU Winner – Dayton, ATS Winner – Duquesne, O/U – Over
Betting Notes:
- Duquesne ranks 39th in three pointers attempted per game (26.3) while Dayton ranks 237th in three pointers allowed per game (25.6).
- The Dukes rank 28th in steals per game (8.1) while the Flyers rank 195th (5.0).
- Duquesne ranks 23rd in blocks per game (4.9) while Dayton ranks 151st (2.6).
- The Flyers rank 16th in assists per game (17.3) while the Dukes rank 204th in assists allowed per game (14.7).
- Dayton ranks 46th in rebounds allowed per game (32.0) while Duquesne ranks 219th (37.0).
Bettings Trends:
- During their last five games, the Flyers have scored an average of 74.6 points per game (0.2 below their season average) and allowed an average of 69.0 points per game (1.1 above their season average).
- The Dukes’ average margin of victory in their last five games has been 2.6, down from 2.9 for the season.
