The George Washington Colonials (10-11, 4-4 A10) will be at the Robins Center to clash with the Richmond Spiders (15-6, 5-3 A10) in an A10 matchup. Action starts at 6 p.m. ET on Saturday, February 1, 2020.
George Washington Colonials at Richmond Spiders Betting Odds
In their last matchup, the Spiders were blown out by the VCU Rams, 87-68, while the Colonials edged the Davidson Wildcats, 107-104.
George Washington played a nearly perfect game. They had an extraordinary free throw rate of 0.342 (above their season average of 0.228) and an offensive rebounding percentage of 38.3 (above their season average of 23.5). For those same stats, Davidson put up marks of 0.193 and 28.0, respectively. Richmond, on the other hand, did a great job of getting to and converting from the charity stripe (21-25; 84.0 percent). Richmond was led by Grant Golden, who had 24 points and eight rebounds. Maceo Jack was a key piece for George Washington with 35 points and seven rebounds.
The Spiders dominated this series last year, securing victories in both games. In the most recent contest, Richmond won 89-63. Richmond’s rebounding was their largest advantage. The Spiders had five offensive rebounds and 32 total rebounds, while the Colonials had zero and 18, respectively. This is the first time these teams will battle this year.
Richmond could put on a ball-control clinic in this meeting. Richmond ranks 19th in the country at avoiding errors (turnover percentage of 16.2 percent), while George Washington forces the 18th-fewest turnovers (16.3 percent).
George Washington Colonials vs. Richmond Spiders Odds Pick
Basketball Prediction: SU Winner – Richmond, ATS Winner – Richmond, O/U – Over
Betting Notes:
- George Washington ranks 15th in three pointers allowed per game (17.1) while Richmond ranks 198th (23.5).
- The Colonials rank 37th in blocks per game (4.6) while the Spiders rank 151st (2.6).
- George Washington ranks 196th in rebounds per game (34.3) while Richmond ranks 230th (33.3).
- The Spiders rank 45th in steals per game (8.0) while the Colonials rank 194th (5.4).
- Richmond ranks 37th in assists per game (15.3) while George Washington ranks 179th (12.5).
Bettings Trends:
- During their last five games, the Colonials have scored an average of 78.8 points per game (9.6 above their season average) and allowed an average of 70.0 points per game (1.0 above their season average).
- The Spiders’ average margin of victory in their last five games has been 1.4, down from 6.0 for the season.
