The UConn Huskies (5-2) will be at home in Harry A. Gampel Pavilion when they clash with the Iona Gaels (2-2). The game gets underway at 7 p.m. ET on Wednesday, December 4, 2019.
Iona Gaels at UConn Huskies Betting Odds
Both teams dismantled their last opponent. The Huskies defeated the Maine Black Bears 64-40, while the Gaels beat the Kennesaw State Owls 75-52.
Iona played a nearly perfect game. They had an absurd free throw rate of 0.358 (above their season average of 0.251) and an effective field goal percentage of 0.528 (above their season average of 0.434). Kennesaw State was 0.113 and 0.363, respectively, for those same stats. The Huskies, meanwhile, forced 28 turnovers and had a better free throw rate (0.241 vs. 0.200). UConn was led by James Bouknight, who contributed 15 points and five rebounds. Tajuan Agee had a good outing for Iona, finishing with 20 points and 10 rebounds.
The offensive glass should be a solid advantage for UConn in this battle. The Huskies rank 72nd in offensive rebounding percentage (31.9 percent), while Iona ranks 289th in defensive rebounding percentage (69.3 percent) dating back to the 2018-19 season. Additionally, the Gaels, who rank 29th in free throw attempt (FTA) rate (0.275), could earn plenty of trips to the line against the Huskies, who rank 314th in opponents’ FTA rate (0.273).
Iona Gaels vs. UConn Huskies Odds Pick
Pick: SU Winner – UConn, ATS Winner – UConn, O/U – Over
Betting Notes (2018-Present):
- UConn ranks 26th in three pointers allowed per game (19.3) while Iona ranks 288th (25.5).
- The Huskies rank 127th in rebounds per game (36.3) while the Gaels rank 264th in rebounds allowed per game (36.9).
- Iona averages 7.0 steals per game, which ranks 90th in the NCAA. UConn ranks 138th in steals allowed per game (6.2).
- The Huskies rank 23rd in blocks per game (4.7) while the Gaels rank 188th (3.0).
- UConn ranks 142nd in assists allowed per game (12.6) while Iona ranks 291st (15.1).
