The Loyola Maryland Greyhounds (9-12, 1-7 Pat) and the Boston University Terriers (11-10, 5-3 Pat) face off at Case Gym. The Greyhounds will try to put an end to their seven-game losing streak. Action begins at 7 p.m. ET on Wednesday, January 29, 2020.
Loyola Maryland Greyhounds at Boston University Terriers Betting Odds
In their last matchup, the Terriers were victorious over the Holy Cross Crusaders, 79-64, while the Greyhounds lost to the Bucknell Bison, 98-83.
Boston University dominated nearly every facet of the game. They had an extraordinary offensive rebounding percentage of 34.3 (above their season average of 27.8) and a free throw rate of 0.177 (above their season average of 0.167). Holy Cross put up marks of 15.8 and 0.082, respectively, for those same stats. Loyola Maryland, on the other hand, had a free throw rate of 0.620 (above their season average of 0.236). Max Mahoney led the way for Boston University, putting up 18 points, six rebounds and six assists. Andrew Kostecka, meanwhile was a key piece for Loyola Maryland with 18 points.
In their first matchup this season, Whyte led the Terriers to an 85-53 victory. He put up 12 points and eight rebounds. The Terriers’ 32.3 offensive rebounding percentage was their biggest strength over the Greyhounds, who had a rate of 17.9.
Loyola Maryland may struggle to create turnovers. Boston University ranks 48th in the country at avoiding errors (turnover percentage of 17.1 percent), while Loyola Maryland forces the 221st-most turnovers (18.9 percent). Also, the Greyhounds, who rank 271st in offensive rebounding percentage (25.3 percent), could have a tough time getting put-back points against the Terriers, who rank 49th in defensive rebounding percentage (75.5 percent).
Loyola Maryland at Boston University Odds Pick
College Basketball Pick: SU Winner – Boston University, ATS Winner – Boston University, O/U – Under
Betting Notes:
- Loyola Maryland ranks 22nd in assists per game (16.0) while Boston University ranks 168th (12.7).
- The Terriers rank 136th in rebounds per game (36.1) while the Greyhounds rank 184th in rebounds allowed per game (36.2).
- Boston University averages 21.0 three pointers per game, which ranks 179th in the country. Loyola Maryland ranks 190th in three pointers allowed per game (23.3).
Bettings Trends:
- The Terriers’ average margin of victory in their last five games has been 11.6, up from 2.9 for the season.
- During their last five games, the Greyhounds have scored an average of 73.8 points per game (1.1 above their season average) and allowed an average of 84.4 points per game (9.0 above their season average).
