New Hampshire Wildcats vs. Hartford Hawks Free Prediction 01/04/20

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The New Hampshire Wildcats (7-6) will be at Chase Family Arena to challenge the Hartford Hawks (7-8) in an AmEast matchup. The game begins at 2 p.m. ET on Saturday, January 4, 2020.

New Hampshire Wildcats at Hartford Hawks Betting Odds

In their last matchup, the Hawks lost to the Bowling Green Falcons, 81-68, while the Wildcats were victorious over the Dartmouth Big Green, 70-56.

The Wildcats held the Big Green to an effective field goal percentage of 0.350 (below their season average of 0.520) and had a free throw rate of 0.246 (above their season average of 0.169). Hartford, on the other hand, had an offensive rebounding percentage of 40.4 (above their season average of 19.8). Malik Ellison led the way for Hartford, putting up 21 points and 14 rebounds. Meanwhile, Sean Sutherlin played a pivotal role for New Hampshire with 22 points.

The Hawks dominated this series last year, taking both contests. In the last game, Hartford won 70-50. Hartford made 10 of their 21 three pointers (47.6 percent), while New Hampshire was 6-25 (24.0 percent). This is the first time these teams will battle this year.

It could be a tough game for Hartford on the offensive glass. The Hawks currently rank 332nd in offensive rebounding percentage (21.6 percent), while New Hampshire ranks sixth in defensive rebounding percentage (79.4 percent).

New Hampshire at Hartford Odds Pick

Pick: SU Winner – New Hampshire, ATS Winner – New Hampshire, O/U – Under

Betting Notes:

  • New Hampshire averages 42.8 rebounds per game, which ranks sixth in the NCAA. Hartford ranks 237th in rebounds allowed per game (39.1).
  • The Hawks allow the 15th-fewest blocks per game (2.2) while the Wildcats rank 47th (2.8).
  • Hartford averages 7.2 steals per game, which ranks 87th in the country. New Hampshire ranks 98th in steals allowed per game (6.5).
  • The Wildcats rank 40th in assists allowed per game (10.5) while the Hawks rank 165th (13.7).
  • New Hampshire ranks 40th in three pointers attempted per game (26.5) while Hartford ranks 100th (23.8).

Bettings Trends:

  • The Wildcats’ average margin of victory in their last five games has been 8.4, up from 7.7 for the season.
  • During their last five games, the Hawks have scored an average of 69.6 points per game (2.7 above their season average) and allowed an average of 73.0 points per game (3.1 above their season average).