The Merrimack Warriors (1-2) will travel to the Costello Athletic Center to take on the UMass Lowell River Hawks (2-3). The game starts at 4 p.m. ET on Saturday, November 16, 2019.
Merrimack Warriors at UMass Lowell River Hawks ATS Odds
Both teams were beaten in their last matchup. The River Hawks lost a close one to the Jacksonville Dolphins, 80-78, while the Warriors fell to the Dartmouth Big Green, 55-46.
Merrimack had a much better turnover percentage (14.0 vs. 22.5) while UMass Lowell did a fantastic job of making free throws (12-17; 70.6 percent). UMass Lowell was led by Christian Lutete, who contributed 24 points and nine rebounds. Juvaris Hayes, meanwhile played well for Merrimack, recording 10 points and eight rebounds.
This game should be a showdown of contrasting tempos. UMass Lowell ranks 88th in possessions per game (71.2) while Merrimack is 348th (63.6) dating back to the 2018-19 season.
Merrimack Warriors at UMass Lowell River Hawks ATS Pick
Prediction: SU Winner – UMass Lowell, ATS Winner – UMass Lowell, O/U – Over
Betting Notes (2018-Present):
- UMass Lowell ranks 29th in assists per game (15.7) while Merrimack ranks 305th (10.3).
- The Warriors rank sixth in three pointers allowed per game (17.7) while the River Hawks rank 160th (22.3).
- UMass Lowell ranks 216th in blocks per game (2.6) while Merrimack ranks 274th (2.0).
- The Warriors rank first in steals allowed per game (2.3) while the River Hawks rank 230th (7.0).
- UMass Lowell ranks 159th in rebounds per game (35.7) while Merrimack ranks 328th (28.3).
