The Boston University Terriers (7-8, 1-1 Pat) welcome the Lehigh Mountain Hawks (4-10, 1-1 Pat) to Case Gym. The Mountain Hawks will attempt to snap an eight-game road losing streak. The game begins at 7 p.m. ET on Wednesday, January 8, 2020.
Lehigh Mountain Hawks vs. Boston University Terriers ATS Odds
In their last game, the Terriers were beaten by the American University Eagles, 67-63, while the Mountain Hawks were victorious over the Loyola Maryland Greyhounds, 78-71.
The Mountain Hawks had a turnover percentage of 14.2 (better than their season average of 20.1) and had an effective field goal percentage of 0.557 (above their season average of 0.485). Boston University, meanwhile, had a free throw rate of 0.315 (above their season average of 0.165). Javante McCoy was a key piece for Boston University with 17 points. Lehigh, meanwhile, received a boost from Jordan Cohen, who contributed 14 points and six assists.
The Mountain Hawks dominated this series last year, taking both contests. In the most recent contest, Lehigh won 84-79. Lehigh did a fantastic job of getting and making free throws (20-26; 76.9 percent). Boston University, meanwhile, had a much better turnover percentage (12.0 vs. 20.4). This will be the first matchup of the year between these two teams.
Lehigh may have a tough time creating turnovers. Boston University ranks 75th in the country at avoiding errors (turnover percentage of 17.8 percent), while Lehigh forces the 96th-fewest turnovers (18.6 percent).
Lehigh Mountain Hawks at Boston University Terriers ATS Pick
College Basketball Pick: SU Winner – Boston University, ATS Winner – Boston University, O/U – Over
Betting Notes:
- Boston University ranks 90th in three pointers allowed per game (20.5) while Lehigh ranks 242nd (25.8).
Bettings Trends:
- The Terriers have outscored opponents by an average of 2.6 points in their last five games. On the season, Boston University has lost by an average of 0.9 points.
- During their last five games, the Mountain Hawks have scored an average of 62.8 points per game (3.4 below their season average) and allowed an average of 71.6 points per game (1.6 above their season average).
