The Rutgers Scarlet Knights (1-0) will be at home in the Louis Brown Athletic Center when they meet the Niagara Purple Eagles (0-1). The game gets underway at 1 p.m. ET on Sunday, November 10, 2019.
Niagara Purple Eagles at Rutgers Scarlet Knights Betting Odds
In their last contest, the Scarlet Knights edged the Bryant Bulldogs, 73-71, while the Purple Eagles fell to the Drexel Dragons, 72-64.
Rutgers dominated nearly every facet of the game. They had a free throw rate of 0.261 and an offensive rebounding percentage of 35.4. Bryant recorded marks of 0.091 and 22.0, respectively, for those same stats. Niagara, on the other hand, had a much better turnover percentage (15.8 vs. 24.9). Ron Harper Jr. played well for Rutgers with 11 points and six rebounds. Marcus Hammond played well for Niagara, recording 12 points and seven rebounds.
Rutgers could have difficulty getting to the charity stripe in this contest. Dating back to last season, the Scarlet Knights rank 288th in the NCAA with a free throw attempt (FTA) rate of 0.204, while Niagara ranks 26th in FTA rate allowed (0.181).
Niagara Purple Eagles at Rutgers Scarlet Knights Odds Pick
Pick: SU Winner – Rutgers, ATS Winner – Rutgers, O/U – Under
Betting Notes (2018-Present):
- Rutgers averages 39.3 rebounds per game, which ranks 23rd in the NCAA. Niagara ranks 220th in rebounds allowed per game (36.0).
- The Scarlet Knights rank 122nd in assists allowed per game (12.6) while the Purple Eagles rank 239th (14.5).
- Niagara blocks 3.8 opponent shots per game, which ranks 94th in the nation. Rutgers ranks 200th in blocks allowed per game (3.7).
- The Scarlet Knights rank 117th in steals per game (6.6) while the Purple Eagles rank 300th (4.0).
- Niagara ranks 145th in three pointers attempted per game (22.8) while Rutgers ranks 265th (19.8).
