Harvard Crimson at Holy Cross Crusaders Betting Prediction 11/22/19

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The winless Holy Cross Crusaders (0-4) welcome the Harvard Crimson (3-2) to Hart Recreation Center. The game gets underway at 7:05 p.m. ET on Friday, November 22, 2019.

Harvard Crimson vs. Holy Cross Crusaders ATS Odds

Both teams lost in their last matchup. The Crusaders got blown out by the Northeastern Huskies, 101-44, while the Crimson lost to the Buffalo Bulls, 88-76.

Harvard did a fantastic job of getting to and converting from the charity stripe (22-29; 75.9 percent) while Holy Cross had a better free throw rate (0.140 vs. 0.108). Holy Cross rallied around Kyle Copeland, who put up nine points. Chris Lewis had a solid performance for Harvard, putting up 11 points and eight rebounds.

The Crimson won the lone contest between these two teams last year, 73-62. Harvard had a much better offensive rebounding percentage (34.5 vs. 6.3). Holy Cross, on the other hand, had a better turnover percentage (19.8 vs. 24.3).

It could be a tough game for Holy Cross on the offensive glass. The Crusaders rank 346th in offensive rebounding percentage (21.1 percent), while Harvard ranks 29th in defensive rebounding percentage (75.5 percent) dating back to last season. Ball security could be troublesome for the Crimson. They rank 342nd at avoiding errors (turnover percentage of 22.8 percent), while the Crusaders have forced the 50th-most turnovers in the NCAA (opponents’ turnover percentage of 21.4 percent).

Harvard Crimson at Holy Cross Crusaders Pick

Basketball Prediction: SU Winner – Harvard, ATS Winner – Harvard, O/U – Under

Betting Notes (2018-Present):

  • Harvard ranks 22nd in rebounds allowed per game (31.6) while Holy Cross ranks 232nd (36.5).
  • The Crimson rank 107th in three pointers allowed per game (21.3) while the Crusaders rank 245th (23.9).
  • Harvard ranks 46th in blocks per game (4.4) while Holy Cross ranks 106th (3.8).
  • The Crusaders rank 40th in assists per game (15.2) while the Crimson rank 239th (11.9).
  • Holy Cross averages 7.0 steals per game, which ranks 90th in the nation. Harvard ranks 261st in steals allowed per game (7.5).