Howard Bison vs. Maryland Eastern Shore Hawks Betting Prediction 01/04/20

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The Howard Bison (2-12) will be at the William P Hytche Athletic Center to take on the Maryland Eastern Shore Hawks (1-14) in a MEAC matchup. The game starts at 4 p.m. ET on Saturday, January 4, 2020.

Howard Bison vs. Maryland Eastern Shore Hawks Betting Odds

Both teams were blown out in their last matchup. The Hawks fell to the Virginia Tech Hokies, 92-37, while the Bison were defeated by the Penn Quakers, 81-62.

Howard did a terrific job of making free throws (12-16; 75.0 percent) while Maryland Eastern Shore had a better offensive rebounding percentage (26.1 vs. 46.3). Ty Gibson put together a solid performance for Maryland Eastern Shore with six points. Charles Williams, meanwhile had a good game for Howard, recording 16 points and 10 rebounds.

The Bison dominated this series last year, emerging victorious in both games. In the most recent contest, Howard won 72-57. Howard won the rebounding battle. The Bison had 13 offensive rebounds and 28 total rebounds, while the Hawks had four and 21, respectively. This will be the first matchup of the year between these two teams.

Howard Bison at Maryland Eastern Shore Hawks Betting Pick

Basketball Tip: SU Winner – Maryland Eastern Shore, ATS Winner – Maryland Eastern Shore, O/U – Under

Betting Notes:

  • Howard ranks 46th in steals allowed per game (5.6) while Maryland Eastern Shore ranks 168th (8.3).
  • The Bison rank 203rd in rebounds per game (34.1) while the Hawks rank 263rd (30.3).
  • Maryland Eastern Shore ranks 67th in blocks per game (3.9) while Howard ranks 117th in blocks allowed per game (3.9).
  • The Hawks rank 114th in three pointers attempted per game (23.2) while the Bison rank 191st in three pointers allowed per game (23.7).
  • Howard ranks 154th in assists per game (12.6) while Maryland Eastern Shore ranks 227th (9.3).

Bettings Trends:

  • During their last five games, the Bison have scored an average of 75.0 points per game (7.5 above their season average) and allowed an average of 72.0 points per game (8.9 below their season average).
  • The Hawks’ average margin of defeat in their last five games has been 13.8, down from 21.1 for the season.