Fairleigh Dickinson Knights vs. Army West Point Black Knights ATS Prediction 11/18/19

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The Fairleigh Dickinson Knights (1-2) will travel to Christl Arena to take on the Army West Point Black Knights (1-2). Action starts at 7 p.m. ET on Monday, November 18, 2019.

Fairleigh Dickinson Knights at Army West Point Black Knights Betting Odds

Both teams were beaten in their last game. The Black Knights fell to the Air Force Falcons, 69-57, while the Knights lost a tough one against the Fordham Rams, 53-50.

Fairleigh Dickinson did a terrific job of converting from the charity stripe (13-17; 76.5 percent) while Army West Point had a better turnover percentage (18.3 vs. 18.0). Army West Point’s Matt Wilson played well, recording 12 points and 13 rebounds. Fairleigh Dickinson was lifted by Kaleb Bishop, who recorded 15 points and seven rebounds.

The Knights won the sole contest between these two teams last year, 93-84. One of Fairleigh Dickinson’s biggest advantages was getting to the free throw line. They had 29 free throw attempts, while Army West Point had just 14.

This contest should be a showdown of contrasting styles. Army West Point ranks 79th in possessions per game (71.3) while Fairleigh Dickinson is 220th (68.5) since last season. Additionally, the Knights’ 36th-ranked offense (effective field goal percentage of 0.543) will clash against the Black Knights’ 302nd-ranked defense (effective field goal percentage allowed of 0.525).

Fairleigh Dickinson vs. Army West Point Pick

College Basketball Pick: SU Winner – Army West Point, ATS Winner – Army West Point, O/U – Under

Betting Notes (2018-Present):

  • Army West Point ranks 23rd in three pointers attempted per game (27.2) while Fairleigh Dickinson ranks 288th (18.9).
  • The Knights rank 107th in rebounds allowed per game (33.8) while the Black Knights rank 260th (37.0).
  • Fairleigh Dickinson averages 7.4 steals per game, which ranks 60th in the country. Army West Point ranks 212th in steals allowed per game (6.8).
  • The Knights rank 104th in blocks per game (3.8) while the Black Knights rank 279th (1.6).
  • Army West Point ranks 25th in assists per game (15.7) while Fairleigh Dickinson ranks 180th in assists allowed per game (13.4).