The Manhattan Jaspers (2-1) will travel to the Schar Center to take on the Elon Phoenix (2-3). Action begins at 4 p.m. ET on Saturday, November 23, 2019.
Manhattan Jaspers vs. Elon Phoenix Betting Odds
Both teams were beaten in their last matchup. The Phoenix fell to the fifth-ranked North Carolina Tar Heels, 75-61, while the Jaspers were defeated by the Samford Bulldogs, 70-57.
Manhattan had a much better offensive rebounding percentage (36.6 vs. 31.0) while Elon had a better effective field goal percentage (0.413 vs. 0.449). Elon was led by Hunter Woods, who finished with 18 points and seven rebounds. Christian Hinckson led the way for Manhattan, finishing with 12 points and eight rebounds.
The Phoenix won the sole game between these two teams last year, 62-56. Elon’s free throw rate was their biggest strength over Manhattan. The Phoenix had a rate of 0.267, while the Jaspers posted a mark of 0.077.
This has potential to be a mistake-prone game for the offense of Elon. Since the 2018-19 season, Elon ranks 139th in the NCAA in ball protection (turnover percentage of 18.2 percent), while the gambling defense of Manhattan has forced the 11th-most turnovers in the NCAA (24.0 percent).
Manhattan Jaspers at Elon Phoenix Pick
Free Prediction: SU Winner – Elon, ATS Winner – Elon, O/U – Over
Betting Notes (2018-Present):
- Manhattan ranks 55th in rebounds allowed per game (32.5) while Elon ranks 275th (37.5).
- The Phoenix rank 83rd in assists per game (14.4) while the Jaspers rank 264th (11.4).
- Elon ranks 36th in blocks allowed per game (2.6) while Manhattan ranks 196th (3.6).
- The Jaspers rank 74th in steals per game (7.1) while the Phoenix rank 287th (4.4).
- Elon ranks seventh in three pointers attempted per game (29.2) while Manhattan ranks 219th (21.0).
