It figures to be a low-scoring affair as the Merrimack Warriors (5-4) visit Brown to take on the Bears (4-3). The game is scheduled to start at 7 p.m. ET on Wednesday, December 4, 2019.
Merrimack Warriors at Brown Bears Betting Odds
Both teams were beaten in their last contest. The Bears got blown out by the Navy Midshipmen, 76-56, while the Warriors fell to the Akron Zips, 64-47.
Merrimack forced Akron into a turnover percentage of 22.6 (above their season average of 15.6) while Brown held Navy to an offensive rebounding percentage of 32.5 (below their season average of 38.4). Brandon Anderson played a key role for Brown with 19 points and five rebounds. Juvaris Hayes had a good game for Merrimack, finishing with 10 points and five rebounds.
Points could be at a premium as two of the country’s best defenses clash. Dating back to the 2018-19 season, Brown ranks 54th in defensive efficiency (96.6) and Merrimack is ninth (90.7).
Merrimack Warriors vs. Brown Bears Free Pick
Basketball Prediction: SU Winner – Merrimack, ATS Winner – Merrimack, O/U – Under
Betting Notes (2018-Present):
- Merrimack ranks first in steals per game (11.0) while Brown ranks 244th in steals allowed per game (7.1).
- The Bears rank 88th in assists allowed per game (12.0) while the Warriors rank 236th (13.9).
- Brown ranks 82nd in blocks per game (4.0) while Merrimack ranks 123rd in blocks allowed per game (3.2).
- The Warriors rank second in three pointers allowed per game (16.2) while the Bears rank 233rd (23.5).
- Brown ranks 104th in rebounds per game (36.9) while Merrimack ranks 315th (29.9).
