Howard Bison at Florida A&M Rattlers Betting Prediction 02/08/20

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The Howard Bison (2-22, 0-9 MEAC) and the Florida A&M Rattlers (7-13, 5-4 MEAC) go head-to-head at Al Lawson Center. The Bison look to put an end to their 12-game losing streak. Action starts at 4 p.m. ET on Saturday, February 8, 2020.

Howard Bison at Florida A&M Rattlers Betting Odds

In their last game, the Rattlers defeated the Bethune-Cookman Wildcats, 73-67, while the Bison lost to the Coppin State Eagles, 64-56.

Florida A&M’s 0.538 effective field goal percentage was their biggest strength over Bethune-Cookman, who had a mark of 0.377. The Rattlers’ mark was above their season average of 0.444, while the Wildcats’ was below their season average of 0.486. Howard, meanwhile, forced Coppin State into a turnover percentage of 23.1 (above their season average of 16.8). Nasir Core played well for Florida A&M, recording 14 points. Meanwhile, Howard received a boost from Charles Williams, who put up 23 points and five rebounds.

In their first matchup this season, Rod Melton Jr. led the Rattlers to an 87-83 win. He scored a game-high 27 points. The Rattlers’ turnover percentage was their biggest strength over the Bison. Florida A&M had a rate of 14.2, while Howard posted a mark of 21.3.

Howard at Florida A&M Free Pick

Free College Basketball Pick: SU Winner – Florida A&m, ATS Winner – Howard, O/U – Under

Betting Notes:

  • Howard ranks 151st in three pointers attempted per game (22.0) while Florida A&M ranks 303rd (13.1).
  • The Bison rank 152nd in steals per game (6.0) while the Rattlers rank 174th in steals allowed per game (7.3).
  • Howard averages 3.2 blocks per game, which is ranked 115th in the country. Florida A&M ranks 126th in blocks allowed per game (3.6).
  • The Bison rank 144th in assists per game (13.1) while the Rattlers rank 263rd (9.7).
  • Florida A&M averages 34.0 rebounds per game, which ranks 218th in the country. Howard ranks 287th in rebounds allowed per game (40.4).

Bettings Trends:

  • During their last five games, the Rattlers have scored an average of 71.6 points per game (6.8 above their season average) and allowed an average of 76.6 points per game (2.6 above their season average).
  • The Bison’s average margin of defeat in their last five games has been 7.8, down from 12.2 for the season.