A six-game home winning streak hangs in the balance for the Loyola Maryland Greyhounds (9-7, 1-2 Pat) when they welcome the Lafayette Leopards (9-5, 1-2 Pat) to Reitz Arena. The game begins at 1 p.m. ET on Saturday, January 11, 2020.
Lafayette Leopards vs. Loyola Maryland Greyhounds Betting Odds
In their last contest, the Greyhounds got blown out by the Colgate Raiders, 92-70, while the Leopards dismantled the Holy Cross Crusaders, 82-64.
The Leopards knocked down 19 of their 22 free throws (86.4 percent) and had an effective field goal percentage of 0.618 (above their season average of 0.562). Loyola Maryland, meanwhile, had a free throw rate of 0.360 (above their season average of 0.232). Loyola Maryland was lifted by KaVaughn Scott, who put up 17 points and five rebounds. Justin Jaworski had a good outing for Lafayette, contributing 19 points and five assists.
The Leopards dominated this series last year, taking both games. In the last contest, Lafayette won 69-64. The Leopards’ 26.9 offensive rebounding percentage was their largest advantage over the Greyhounds, who had a rate of 20.5. This is the first time these teams will battle this year.
Points at the line might be few and far between for Loyola Maryland in this contest. The Greyhounds rank 117th in the country with a free throw attempt (FTA) rate of 0.239, while Lafayette ranks 14th in FTA rate allowed (0.150).
Lafayette Leopards vs. Loyola Maryland Greyhounds ATS Pick
Free College Basketball Pick: SU Winner – Loyola Maryland, ATS Winner – Loyola Maryland, O/U – Over
Betting Notes:
- Lafayette ranks 28th in assists allowed per game (10.1) while Loyola Maryland ranks 183rd (14.2).
- The Leopards rank 192nd in rebounds per game (34.4) while the Greyhounds rank 225th (33.4).
- Loyola Maryland averages 6.8 steals per game, which ranks 109th in the country. Lafayette ranks 111th in steals allowed per game (6.6).
- The Leopards rank 38th in blocks per game (4.5) while the Greyhounds rank 108th (3.2).
- Lafayette averages 24.3 three pointers per game, which ranks 73rd in the nation. Loyola Maryland ranks 142nd in three pointers allowed per game (22.3).
Bettings Trends:
- The Leopards have been outscored by an average of 2.6 points in their last five games. For the season, Lafayette has defeated opponents by an average of 4.9 points.
- During their last five games, the Greyhounds have scored an average of 73.0 points per game (0.7 above their season average) and allowed an average of 81.2 points per game (8.6 above their season average).
