George Washington Colonials at Fordham Rams ATS Prediction 03/06/19

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The Fordham Rams (11-18, 2-14 A10) close out their home schedule at Rose Hill Gym against the George Washington Colonials (8-21, 4-12 A10). Action starts at 7 p.m. ET on Wednesday, March 6, 2019.

George Washington Colonials at Fordham Rams Betting Odds

Both teams were beaten in their last contest. The Rams got blown out by the Davidson Wildcats, 77-52, while the Colonials were beaten by the St. Bonaventure Bonnies, 64-58.

George Washington did an excellent job of converting from the charity stripe (14-17; 82.4 percent) while Fordham did a fantastic job of making free throws (12-16; 75.0 percent). Chuba Ohams had a good performance for Fordham with 12 points and nine rebounds. Maceo Jack had a solid performance for George Washington, finishing with 28 points.

In their first matchup this season, DJ Williams led the Colonials to a 79-61 win. He was the game’s leading scorer with 30 points. Converting at the free throw line was one of George Washington’s largest strengths. They were 12-14 (85.7 percent), while the Rams were just 6-8 (75.0 percent).

Fordham could put on a ball-control clinic in this meeting. Fordham ranks 39th in the nation at avoiding errors (turnover percentage of 16.5 percent), while George Washington forces the 81st-fewest turnovers (17.5 percent).

George Washington Colonials vs. Fordham Rams Pick

College Basketball Pick: SU Winner – George Washington, ATS Winner – George Washington, O/U – Under

Betting Notes:

  • Fordham ranks 43rd in three pointers attempted per game (26.2) while George Washington ranks 260th (19.2).
  • The Rams rank 216th in rebounds allowed per game (36.7) while the Colonials rank 234th (37.3).
  • George Washington ranks 233rd in assists per game (11.3) while Fordham ranks 238th (11.2).
  • The Rams rank 29th in blocks allowed per game (2.6) while the Colonials rank 86th (3.1).
  • Fordham averages 6.0 steals per game, which ranks 153rd in the nation. George Washington ranks 176th in steals allowed per game (7.0).

Bettings Trends:

  • The Rams’ average margin of defeat in their last five games has been 12.0, up from 0.9 for the season.
  • During their last five games, the Colonials have scored an average of 63.2 points per game (0.6 below their season average) and allowed an average of 76.2 points per game (4.4 above their season average).