Harvard Crimson at Penn Quakers ATS Prediction 01/31/20

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The Harvard Crimson (13-4, 2-0 Ivy) and the Penn Quakers (8-7, 0-2 Ivy) battle at Palestra. The Crimson will attempt to continue their eight-game winning streak. Action begins at 5 p.m. ET on Friday, January 31, 2020, and can be seen on ESPNU.

Harvard Crimson vs. Penn Quakers Betting Odds

Both teams were victorious over their last opponent. The Quakers defeated the Temple Owls 66-59, while the Crimson beat the Dartmouth Big Green 70-66.

The Crimson, who came into the game averaging an offensive rebounding percentage of 30.1, had a ridiculous mark of 33.3 and held the Big Green to an effective field goal percentage of 0.429 (below their season average of 0.510). The Quakers, on the other hand, held the Owls to an effective field goal percentage of 0.313 (below their season average of 0.471) and had a free throw rate of 0.250 (above their season average of 0.156). AJ Brodeur fueled Penn with 19 points, 14 rebounds and six assists. Chris Lewis had a good outing for Harvard, finishing with 13 points and nine rebounds.

The Crimson dominated this series last year, emerging victorious in all three games. In the most recent contest, Harvard won 66-58. Harvard’s free throw rate was their largest strength over Penn. The Crimson had a rate of 0.288, while the Quakers posted a mark of 0.140. This will be the first matchup of the year between these two teams.

This game should be a showdown of conflicting tempos. Penn likes to play fast (43rd in possessions per game), while Harvard is methodical (164th in possessions per game).

Harvard Crimson at Penn Quakers Free Pick

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

Betting Notes:

  • Harvard ranks 65th in rebounds allowed per game (32.9) while Penn ranks 239th (38.0).
  • The Crimson rank 90th in steals per game (7.0) while the Quakers rank 182nd in steals allowed per game (7.8).
  • Harvard ranks 17th in blocks per game (5.4) while Penn ranks 100th (3.4).
  • The Quakers rank 33rd in assists per game (15.5) while the Crimson rank 195th (12.1).
  • Penn ranks 15th in three pointers attempted per game (28.1) while Harvard ranks 159th (21.5).

Bettings Trends:

  • The Crimson’s average margin of victory in their last five games has been 4.8, down from 8.1 for the season.
  • During their last five games, the Quakers have scored an average of 70.0 points per game (6.1 below their season average) and allowed an average of 69.8 points per game (3.8 below their season average).