The Fordham Rams (4-1) square off with the Western Kentucky Hilltoppers (5-1) in the U.S. Virgin Islands Paradise Jam at Virgin Islands Sport & Fitness Center. Action starts at 3:15 p.m. ET on Monday, November 25, 2019.
Fordham Rams vs. Western Kentucky Hilltoppers Betting Odds
Both teams were victorious over their last opponent. The Hilltoppers defeated the Illinois State Redbirds 83-69, while the Rams beat the Grand Canyon Antelopes 70-58.
Fordham dominated nearly every facet of the game. They had a turnover percentage of 13.0 (better than their season average of 17.8) and an offensive rebounding percentage of 30.6 (below their season average of 31.8). For those same stats, Grand Canyon recorded marks of 22.6 and 18.5, respectively. Meanwhile, Western Kentucky’s free throw rate was their biggest strength over Illinois State. The Hilltoppers had a rate of 0.360 (above their season average of 0.351), while the Redbirds posted a mark of 0.119. Western Kentucky’s Camron Justice led the way, putting up 19 points. Chuba Ohams played a pivotal role for Fordham with 15 points and eight rebounds.
The physical Western Kentucky offense could be getting to the foul line a lot in this showdown. The Hilltoppers rank 13th in the nation with a free throw attempt (FTA) rate of 0.286, while Fordham ranks 258th in FTA rate allowed (0.247) since last season.
Fordham vs. Western Kentucky ATS Pick
Basketball Tip: SU Winner – Western Kentucky, ATS Winner – Western Kentucky, O/U – Under
Betting Notes (2018-Present):
- Fordham ranks 56th in three pointers attempted per game (25.2) while Western Kentucky ranks 309th (18.2).
- The Hilltoppers rank 197th in assists per game (12.8) while the Rams rank 270th (11.4).
- The Hilltoppers rank ninth in blocks per game (5.2) while the Rams rank 164th (3.1).
- Western Kentucky averages 36.7 rebounds per game, which ranks 117th in the country. Fordham ranks 249th in rebounds allowed per game (36.8).
