The North Florida Ospreys (11-9, 4-1 Asun) and their sensational offense welcome the Liberty Flames (19-1, 5-0 Asun) and their stifling defense. Action begins at 7 p.m. ET on Thursday, January 23, 2020.
Liberty Flames at North Florida Ospreys ATS Odds
Both teams defeated their last opponent. The Ospreys defeated the Jacksonville Dolphins 75-68, while the Flames beat the Lipscomb Bisons 67-60.
Liberty dominated nearly every facet of the game. They had a turnover percentage of 10.0 (better than their season average of 14.8) and a free throw rate of 0.264 (above their season average of 0.223). For those same stats, Lipscomb recorded marks of 23.5 and 0.217, respectively. North Florida, on the other hand, dominated nearly every stat category in their game. They had a solid free throw rate of 0.310 (above their season average of 0.198) and a turnover percentage of 11.8 (better than their season average of 17.0). Jacksonville was 0.136 and 13.4, respectively, for those same stats. North Florida’s Garrett Sams played well, contributing 24 points, seven rebounds and five assists. Scottie James played a pivotal role for Liberty with 16 points and 11 rebounds.
The Flames took this series last year, winning two out of three games. In the most recent contest, Liberty won 71-63. The Flames’ 8.8 turnover percentage was their largest strength over the Ospreys, who had a rate of 23.5. This will be the first matchup of the year between these two teams.
This battle pits one of the nation’s top offenses against one of its elite defenses. North Florida ranks 43rd in offensive efficiency and Liberty ranks second in defensive efficiency. Furthermore, the Flames rank 26th in turnover percentage (16.3 percent), while the Ospreys rank 308th in opponents’ turnover percentage (17.4 percent).
Liberty vs. North Florida Free Pick
Basketball Tip: SU Winner – Liberty, ATS Winner – Liberty, O/U – Under
Betting Notes:
- Liberty ranks second in assists allowed per game (8.2) while North Florida ranks 236th (16.0).
- The Flames rank 19th in steals allowed per game (5.0) while the Ospreys rank 113th (6.5).
- Liberty ranks first in blocks allowed per game (1.8) while North Florida ranks 79th (3.1).
- The Ospreys rank second in three pointers attempted per game (31.6) while the Flames rank 187th (21.0).
- Liberty ranks eighth in rebounds allowed per game (29.7) while North Florida ranks 176th (35.9).
Bettings Trends:
- During their last five games, the Flames have scored an average of 61.6 points per game (6.8 below their season average) and allowed an average of 46.6 points per game (4.9 below their season average).
- The Ospreys’ average margin of victory in their last five games has been 9.0, up from 3.1 for the season.
