The Holy Cross Crusaders (1-9) will travel to the Koessler Athletic Center to take on the Canisius Golden Griffins (4-4). Action begins at 2 p.m. ET on Saturday, December 14, 2019.
Holy Cross Crusaders vs. Canisius Golden Griffins Betting Odds
Both teams lost a close one in their last contest. The Golden Griffins fell to the Florida Atlantic Owls, 62-59, while the Crusaders were defeated by the Massachusetts-Boston Beacons, 69-66.
Holy Cross held Massachusetts-Boston to an offensive rebounding percentage of 12.5 (below their season average of 35.2) while Canisius had a free throw rate of 0.291 (above their season average of 0.240). Malik Johnson played well for Canisius with 12 points. Joe Pridgen, meanwhile had a solid performance for Holy Cross, finishing with 32 points and eight rebounds.
The Crusaders won the only game between these two teams last season, 65-63. The Crusaders’ 16.7 turnover percentage was their biggest strength over the Golden Griffins, who had a rate of 20.6.
Holy Cross Crusaders at Canisius Golden Griffins Betting Pick
Free Basketball Tip: SU Winner – Canisius, ATS Winner – Holy Cross, O/U – Under
Betting Notes (2018-Present):
- Canisius averages 14.4 assists per game, which ranks 76th in the NCAA. Holy Cross ranks 176th in assists allowed per game (14.0).
- The Golden Griffins average 23.6 three pointers per game, which ranks 102nd in the NCAA. The Crusaders rank 191st in three pointers allowed per game (23.5).
- Canisius ranks 238th in rebounds per game (32.1) while Holy Cross ranks 266th (29.1).
